Philippines visitor visa training

Course Description

The Philippines is one of Southeast Asia's most welcoming and diverse destinations with over 7,600 islands, world class diving in Tubbataha Reef, centuries old colonial architecture in Vigan, and some of the warmest hospitality in Asia. Most nationalities arrive in the Philippines on a generous visa free entry of up to 30 days, extendable at any Bureau of Immigration office. For those that require a 9(a) visitor visa in advance, the application is straightforward but has specific requirements. This course covers every Philippines visitor entry scenario and gives consultants everything needed to handle Filipino visa cases professionally.

What You'll Learn?

• Modules
  Module 1: Philippines Visa Free Entry and the 9(a) Visitor Visa Visa free entry for eligible nationalities (typically 30 days for most passports), nationalities that require a prior issued 9(a) temporary visitor visa, distinction between a tourist and transit visitor in Philippines immigration law, Manila, Cebu, and Davao as main entry points, and an updated list of visa free versus visa required nationalities.
  
  Module 2: 9(a) Visitor Visa Application and Required Documents Philippine embassy or consulate application for visa required nationalities, required documents covering passport, application form, photographs, round trip or onward flight booking, hotel or accommodation confirmation, bank statements showing financial capacity for the visit, employment or enrollment letter, and invitation letter from a Philippine host for family visit applications. Processing timeline and fee structure are also covered.
  
  Module 3: Entry, Extension of Stay and Long Stay Options Immigration clearance at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) or other entry points, initial 30 day stamp and the process for extending stay at the Bureau of Immigration in Intramuros Manila or regional offices, fee structure for extensions (extendable up to 36 months in total for most visitors), Balikbayan privilege for foreign nationals married to Filipinos and returning Overseas Filipino Workers, and activities not permitted on a visitor visa.