Immigration's New Policies on Tourist Visa Extensions, eVisas, Annual Reporting and More

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  • @JenniferTerri
    @JenniferTerri  22 години тому +8

    Friends, what do you think the new immigration law should have? 💁‍♀
    📍Philippine Retirement Visa (SRRV): www.srrvguide.com/ - fast and free. Start by answering "Are you 50 years old or over?" 😃

    • @julioiraurgui4630
      @julioiraurgui4630 19 годин тому +1

      @@JenniferTerri im 67 retired last year i give over 8k meriendas on the streets i have over 10 usa k in rcbc I think the Philippines should cut the burocracia and make it easy to people that bring money to the economy and legalize divorce

    • @johnlacey3857
      @johnlacey3857 18 годин тому

      SRRV is ridiculously expensive. It’s a blatant money grab.

    • @globomanni8407
      @globomanni8407 13 годин тому +1

      Hi Jennifer, it's really good to see you again on youtube !!!

    • @TheExpatCajun
      @TheExpatCajun 11 годин тому

      Noone gets the ssrv because of the crazy cost. If they cut the cost more would get it. So we have no choice but to stay on tvv

    • @philparrott4424
      @philparrott4424 6 годин тому

      ​@@TheExpatCajun are you a military veteran? I understand if you are it cost under $2k.

  • @Iceman-me8dz
    @Iceman-me8dz 20 годин тому +7

    So glad to see you are doing well. Thank you for sharing the information ❤

  • @gerrymcnally9344
    @gerrymcnally9344 12 годин тому +4

    Good to see you back with all the information we need.

  • @Jay-jay5987
    @Jay-jay5987 20 годин тому +9

    Every time I’m about to visit Philippines I check your channel for updates 😊thank you 👍

    • @JenniferTerri
      @JenniferTerri  7 годин тому

      Salamat po! I hope to continue doing that and more.

  • @John-tb2st
    @John-tb2st 18 годин тому +7

    Wow I was thinking about you last week. Good to see you again

  • @GarrettSAlston
    @GarrettSAlston 14 годин тому +3

    Thanks, gracias, grazie,danke,merci, salamat po( Tagalog Filipino for thanks) for the updated, timely and needed information. Much appreciated!! Real talk&nuff said!! Much love and happy New&through (out) year to all, especially to my fellow VETS and those still serving in theatres worldwide and in space currently!! Hooyah and Hua!

  • @juancarlosvaldes4538
    @juancarlosvaldes4538 17 годин тому +4

    Hello Jennifer and glad you are doing well! Thank you for sharing all of your up to date videos and hope your continued success! Have a blessed day! JC

  • @michaeltakayama8415
    @michaeltakayama8415 20 годин тому +3

    This is very clear and useful information. Thank you! :)

  • @GeorgeSchumpf
    @GeorgeSchumpf 9 годин тому +1

    Please don't worry about how long your videos are. They are always full of good information, and that's what matters if it takes a long time to tell us a lot of things then, by all means, take your time.

  • @ccorti
    @ccorti 17 годин тому +4

    We depend on your excellent explanations on updates, Jennifer. I would be interested in a video about the meaning of real estate pricing that is posted when condos or houses are put up for sale. I just don't understand the terms. Thank you, Jennifer.

  • @Alander8
    @Alander8 Годину тому

    Well done Terri
    Good to see you again ...😀

  • @eisaalsaihati875
    @eisaalsaihati875 4 години тому

    Happy to see you again
    Welcome back 🌹
    Thanks for your updates and keeping on 👍

  • @brucesmith9206
    @brucesmith9206 7 годин тому

    Glad to see you are back Jennifer.

  • @ianlewis2813
    @ianlewis2813 11 годин тому +2

    Just go to an immigration office ,it’s easy ,it’s in English, immigration officers are friendly, and it takes less than an hour.👍

  • @brianbaxter3913
    @brianbaxter3913 6 годин тому +2

    I chose to stay with the tourist visa rather than a retirement visa. The reason being that the retirement visa requires you to put 10 K USD (appoximately 15 K Cdn) in a Philippine bank and the only thing you can use it for is a down payment on a condo. That money is locked unless you change or visa or you are leaving the country and not returning. That is a large part of my saving and it is better left in my bank account in case of an emergency. In my late 60's I have no desire to buy a condo that I would have to make monthly payments to the bank and condo fees. I have no idea the exact amount that would be per month but I know it would be much higher than the rent I am paying here. One never knows when your time is up on this planet so I intend to keep my money for things I want to do and not leave it to a Philippine bank in the event of my untimely demise

  • @newtonlee10
    @newtonlee10 19 годин тому +1

    Jeniffer, any topics you do, we would like to watch...may be a 24 hours live cam...i bet you will get record high views😊

  • @yogimaster1
    @yogimaster1 11 годин тому

    Good to see you again Jennifer!

  • @blandabauer4420
    @blandabauer4420 2 години тому

    Hallo Jen. Nice to See you and Take care always❤

  • @guillermogalapin2905
    @guillermogalapin2905 21 годину тому +1

    Outstanding info
    Thanks jen

  • @ianscott8725
    @ianscott8725 18 годин тому +1

    Happy new year jane i be returning back July 2025 i don't have no problems as i extends its very quick as i am on the sistum it all goes smooth

  • @SteveLopez-q4o
    @SteveLopez-q4o 12 годин тому

    Well done 👍✅
    Thankyou
    Opo more information is welcome

  • @colinmoon8097
    @colinmoon8097 17 годин тому +1

    I have been waiting since September for my 13A amendment order to be implemented, fortunately my local BI office was able to get the ACR card number so I could do the annual report.

  • @donmonroe5642
    @donmonroe5642 18 годин тому +2

    Thank you ❤

  • @uBenji1234
    @uBenji1234 21 годину тому +4

    It is probably one of their simplest and biggest revenue makers to just 'scrutinize', call in and harass tourists...

    • @dave8204
      @dave8204 18 годин тому +1

      If you don't like it don't go there.

    • @PeaceAndLove303
      @PeaceAndLove303 2 години тому

      Is it any wonder why the philippines' economy is so bad. This is why so many foreigners are leaving the philippines. It's all about paying more money to stay longer. So many foreigners are packing up and going to Thailand and Cambodia Mexico, etc, where it works out overall better on costs. Also better healthier food and hospitals in thailand. The Philippines government won't boost their economy by making it more difficult for foriegners to stay there long term. It will only distract foreigners from visiting and staying there that boost there economy.

  • @davidsun3464
    @davidsun3464 19 годин тому +1

    Hi Jennifer, thank you for your always helpful and enjoyable videos! 👍😊
    One note though. You mentioned the annual reporting period is from Jan 1 to March 1, and you said that’s 3 months. If I’m not mistaken, that’s only 2 months…🤔

  • @MadMike1963
    @MadMike1963 21 годину тому +1

    Again an excellent upoload Jennifer...hoping we (UK) can extend a 30 day tourist stay with an extra 30 days online visa to stay 60 days without visiting the B I.

  • @stevebearsley2308
    @stevebearsley2308 7 годин тому

    Excellent update. Thank you for your informative videos. God bless.

  • @ksport59
    @ksport59 11 годин тому +1

    What about is there still a one year Visa where you could fly in and out as many times as you want? Please do video

  • @christofklicmann6073
    @christofklicmann6073 5 годин тому +1

    Awesome Information, Thank you so much, as a soon holder of 13A I was very worried about the Annual Report, because I may or not may be in the Philippines as I am travelling between my Country and the Philippines. what will happen if I am not able to show up to the Annual Report at time when I am working and stay in my Country at that time.

  • @ksport59
    @ksport59 11 годин тому

    Yes please make video about staying longer

  • @LoveyourLife-1970
    @LoveyourLife-1970 22 години тому +3

    I had an ACR-I card, but then we went on a trip to New York for a couple of weeks. Of course coming back I was once again on Balikbayan status. My wife says that once I left the country, my ACR-I card was no longer valid. Is this true or should I be going to report?

  • @CarigisX
    @CarigisX 22 години тому +6

    still 3 years worth of extensions?

    • @davewright9313
      @davewright9313 9 годин тому

      No

    • @brianbaxter3913
      @brianbaxter3913 6 годин тому

      @@davewright9313 Yes on a tourist visa it is still 3 years

    • @davewright9313
      @davewright9313 27 хвилин тому

      @@brianbaxter3913 my friend was denied after 2 years and they also stopped 6 months visas.

  • @RetiredSEAsiaDream
    @RetiredSEAsiaDream 9 годин тому

    My second time to do my annual reporting online as a foreign resident it went as smooth as silk.

  • @edwardaustin9046
    @edwardaustin9046 8 годин тому

    Very informative

  • @miguelc.819
    @miguelc.819 13 годин тому

    Great info...Thank you 🙏

  • @rockinchucker4941
    @rockinchucker4941 5 годин тому

    The online reporting has 1 potential personal security flaw "I heard". While waiting online in the "green room" you are with 30 other people and they can see your full name.

  • @makin-it
    @makin-it 12 годин тому +1

    Could one come to country for college degree if so what visa would be needed

  • @rodneybrown1924
    @rodneybrown1924 6 годин тому

    Make SRRV fair accross the board and most would be happy to apply. Until then the tourist visa works out well...

  • @julioiraurgui4630
    @julioiraurgui4630 22 години тому +2

    I'm retired from USA I live here for 3 years I use to get my visa in like 30 minutes now I have to pay an extra 1 k to get the visa the same day I live in batangas city there r like 15 employee at the office I never see more than 6 costumes at the time

    • @vwhales
      @vwhales 18 годин тому

      I think Duterte’s admin authorized those additional fees, but each office decides whether to collect it or not. I heard not all offices do, just something to check out.

  • @wojciechgrzesiak861
    @wojciechgrzesiak861 11 годин тому

    Hi Jenifer there is no 6 month extension visa now. The maximum is 2 months. 2 years ago it was 6 months. I'm from Poland maybe people from others countries still have 6months extension

    • @slowjames6904
      @slowjames6904 8 годин тому

      This is true I can't get 6 months here in Tacloban

  • @GeorgeSchumpf
    @GeorgeSchumpf 9 годин тому

    Thanks!

  • @armtdawg99
    @armtdawg99 19 годин тому +10

    Some people stay on tourist visa for 10 years because there is no other visa they can get. I still have 7 more years before I'm old enough to get SRRV. So until then it's consecutive 3 year 9A visas. If the BI wants me to get a different visa, they need to offer one.

    • @Parabola007
      @Parabola007 15 годин тому +1

      Want a medal?

    • @CarlWithACamera
      @CarlWithACamera 12 годин тому

      They do offer one, you just need to deposit $20k USD into an approved Philippines bank account. You could then use that amount in the purchase of a condo here. If you’re under 50 years of age there’s an even more expensive option; the investment visa.
      So there are options for those not yet at retirement age. They are just not the most attractive options.

    • @JenniferTerri
      @JenniferTerri  7 годин тому +3

      I do feel for you on that. The SRRV is only for individuals aged 50 and above. Other types of long-term visas require you to establish a business here, invest $75,000, or work locally. A foreign national with a remote job or consistent income from overseas is pretty much stuck on a tourist visa. We really should expand our visa options.

  • @willpowers4280
    @willpowers4280 5 годин тому

    Strange my comment is gone but he said his passport was sent to Manila headquarters..

  • @JMgmkh
    @JMgmkh 10 годин тому

    Here 5 years and still on tourist and married. Getting a 13a is a PITA and not that cheap either.

  • @ByronWatts
    @ByronWatts 8 годин тому

    Every time I tried to extend online, it declined and forwarded me to their office. It didn't matter which extension.

    • @ytcano
      @ytcano 7 годин тому +1

      If it's your first extension you need to select "Visa Waiver" **not** tourist visa extension.

  • @dubinatub1
    @dubinatub1 17 годин тому +1

    I'm told 30 days to process my retirement srrv in manila and they keep my passport as part of agency process.my question is if it takes longer how can I apply for my tourist extension to allow process with out my passport,can I use online to get extension.im from ireland

    • @ytcano
      @ytcano 15 годин тому +1

      Your first extension is called a Visa waiver and it can be done online. You'll just need to know the details on your passport.

    • @stevepoynter186
      @stevepoynter186 15 годин тому +1

      Because i was coming to get my srrv in 2018 i was allowed to get the 29 day extension before I left Australia so i had a 59 day visa before i came here and everything went smoothly.
      Good luck with your visa

    • @dubinatub1
      @dubinatub1 15 годин тому

      @@ytcano many thanks.🌹

    • @nicoana7206
      @nicoana7206 12 годин тому +2

      When I applied in 2022 my facilitator submitted the extension to Immigration. I paid him the visa extension fee and he did the leg work. That’s why you pay them the $1400 fee. To facilitate…

    • @dubinatub1
      @dubinatub1 12 годин тому +1

      @@nicoana7206 thanks I have a meeting with them march.ill express my concerns on time.

  • @51654m
    @51654m 10 годин тому

    No more 6 month Tourist extensions. Why?

  • @andrewbrennan4311
    @andrewbrennan4311 8 годин тому

    Thank you so much as always for your updates Ma'am.
    One thing you can always count on is things will change.
    Do you have any info on how a foreigner with visa are able to renew their passport without returning to the USA?

  • @jim4448
    @jim4448 11 годин тому

    I have a. 13 A visa..
    I tried to do my annual report online.. BI . They did send back an email.. All I can say never worked.. Try this everyday for a week.. Finally did a walking for annual report.. And online in your report.. You
    Will be paying 810 PhP... If you do a walking , it will cost 310 PhP..

  • @jacemay5197
    @jacemay5197 6 годин тому

    I am here 13 years on a tourist VISA because it is easy. the other visa's are complicated for me. I like easy. No complaints

  • @johnfothergill9379
    @johnfothergill9379 9 годин тому

    Does this apply to hospital admissions?😅

  • @donaldcollins7866
    @donaldcollins7866 11 годин тому

    Fortunately I qualify for the ex-military srrv. The others would be too expensive for me.

  • @m.t4826
    @m.t4826 3 години тому

    If I can stay in Philippine on tourist visa for 3 years, why do I have to have a return ticket to enter.

  • @coconut.-
    @coconut.- 22 години тому +1

    Does this have anything to do with my ACR-I card ? I am now in the USA and will come back in June. Where do I do this to file my report if I in the USA ?

    • @1951Ford
      @1951Ford 19 годин тому

      When you get back to the Philippines, you will have to go to the BI office to do the annual check in, with your ACR card and passport, and pay the fee plus a fine. The fine is 200 peso/month, but no more the 2000 peso in a year, I'm also going to be late filing.

    • @jim4448
      @jim4448 11 годин тому

      ​@@1951Ford I can only speak from myself..l do 13 A visa. About 6 years ago.. I did leave the . Just before christmas..To the USA.. I did get back to the philippines.. First week in August.. I did go to the main office of Bureau Immigration.. in Manila.. Within two weeks.. Yes , I had a paved my annual report.. With no extra fees.. Because of the stamps in my USA passport.. Remember this was about 5 years ago.. Who knows If the philippine laws change sense then 😅😂😅

  • @ianwillmer8644
    @ianwillmer8644 13 годин тому

    can you get a 3 month visa extension at the one stop at naia t3 on arrival ?

    • @ytcano
      @ytcano 7 годин тому

      Watch the video.

  • @blackdave8525
    @blackdave8525 22 години тому +2

    Extentions are the same nothing has changed

  • @ragadao2539
    @ragadao2539 15 годин тому

    Do you have to be away from Philippines for one year to avail of the balikbayan visa upon arrival? Or you can get it every time you come regardless of length time away from Philippines. THANKS

    • @ytcano
      @ytcano 10 годин тому

      You can get it every time you arrive if you are a former filipino. If you are not you must arrive with your Filipino spouse. There is no time limit. You can come and go freely.

  • @rounder400
    @rounder400 22 години тому +4

    My end of year Tourist Visa extension, required 300 pesos for the Annual Report. I was confused as I was on a Tourist Visa, and I was told I had to just pay the 300 pesos because my stay has been over 1 year. I think the BI is just trying to pocket another 300 pesos from tourists. Getting sick of the BI consistent getting into our short with additional fees.

    • @JenniferTerri
      @JenniferTerri  20 годин тому +1

      Annual report? or some made up fee? hmm..

    • @scottscott5827
      @scottscott5827 20 годин тому +4

      That's only $5 per year. It could easily be $95

  • @drsiding939
    @drsiding939 9 годин тому

    I will just have to stay on tourist visa, don’t have 10,000 to put in a bank. Wish it was another way. I’m 73 and will just continue my tourist visa. This is my 3 year, so I need to leave before October.

  • @lyndraps7070
    @lyndraps7070 19 годин тому +1

    Hi Jennifer,I’m former Pilipino citizen how to apply balikbayan privilege?foreign passport hindi pa ako nag apply ng dual citizen gusto magbakasyon ng 2months.
    Salamat sa sagot

    • @ytcano
      @ytcano 18 годин тому +2

      You need an expired passport, or an original birth certificate. Just arrive and present your proof of former Filipino citizenship and ask for balikbayan privilege.

    • @lyndraps7070
      @lyndraps7070 18 годин тому +2

      @ thank you

  • @acw2237
    @acw2237 8 годин тому

    How can somebody stay 10 years on tourist visa? 3 years, must leave for 24 hours and then come back to start over

  • @birdbirdsong6088
    @birdbirdsong6088 12 годин тому

    I can tell you 1 thing they will never ever making it cheaper or giving you more freedom you will have to fight for it.

  • @driftwoodsmittyasia1286
    @driftwoodsmittyasia1286 14 годин тому

    Hey Jennifer..I just returned to Philippines on December 15.
    Went to bi on 5 Jan...
    Only 29 days sir....I have to return to bi. Again before 8 Feb....
    The reviews of why you extend is stressful....
    Trying to find out what is going to pass reviews..lol
    I just put my dream plans.like going to Palawan or Bohol...I just get test anxiety...
    I don't know the answer!!
    Sweating the whole process..
    Best Regards Smitty Metro Cebu Philippines

    • @ytcano
      @ytcano 6 годин тому

      No need to stress. You need to go in person for the next extension so you can also get the ACR/I card (needed if you are staying longer than 59 days). If your plan and intent is to enjoy more tourism you will have zero issues with the next extension.

  • @timothylong3339
    @timothylong3339 14 годин тому

    Jennifer,
    Being a US foreigner, If I use the balikbayan privilege upon entrance to the Philippines with my wife, in which we plan she will have her dual citizenship by that time of entry, could a new balikbayan visa be issued or a previous one be renewed or extendid if we plan to go back and forth a few years before applying for a military srrv. Does that make sense? At some point I'd probably just get the srv, but starting out, if the baliknayan visa can just start over a second or multiple times like a tourist visa, that might be an advantage to a family trying to start out in the Philippines. What do you say, Jennifer?

    • @ytcano
      @ytcano 7 годин тому

      It doesn't matter if she is a dual citizen or not. As long as you arrive together you can get the balikbayan privilege as often as you like. Come and go as you please!

  • @guspagoulato859
    @guspagoulato859 12 годин тому

    hi jenni

  • @bobbywest485
    @bobbywest485 3 години тому

    in other words , if you say the wrong thing, your done for

  • @user-bv2kv8hx5d
    @user-bv2kv8hx5d 18 годин тому

    How do you call indian citizens? :)

    • @ytcano
      @ytcano 18 годин тому

      Indians can be called on their phones.

  • @juliusdomingo1376
    @juliusdomingo1376 10 годин тому

    Question:
    I am going to Philippines for a longer stay
    Should I tell the immigration upon arrival that I am staying for more than 30 days and get the extension visa up front ?
    Or
    Should I go to BI one week before my 30 days run out?

    • @ytcano
      @ytcano 7 годин тому

      You need to meet the requirements of a tourist when you arrive, including an onward or return ticket within 30 days or they can deny entry to the country.
      Enter as a tourist, then do your first 29 day extension (that one is called a Visa Waiver) online.

  • @mariapigg444
    @mariapigg444 16 годин тому

    Hiya Jennifer im filipina British citizen I'm planning to go home in 5 years time to retire do i need a visa
    .

    • @ytcano
      @ytcano 6 годин тому

      If you are a dual citizen you can just go home. If you want to remain British only you can go home for a year as a balikbayan but to stay as a permanent resident you'll want something like the SRRV... See srrvguide.com to explore that option.

  • @paulgonzalez6676
    @paulgonzalez6676 11 годин тому

    What if my daughter is a Filipino? Do I get a special
    Visa?
    I am a US citizen

  • @tracyj26
    @tracyj26 13 годин тому

    Only 2 months

  • @thevenustravelservices8148
    @thevenustravelservices8148 2 години тому

    Hi Jenni, Here Indian and please advice if I would like to invest money?

  • @MichaelAnthony-r2h
    @MichaelAnthony-r2h 13 годин тому +2

    Why don't they make it more affordable or we can't become permanent residents it's not everybody's rich

  • @internetdude-sw5mv
    @internetdude-sw5mv 13 годин тому

    Im 27 and a content creator i make a good amount of money over 300k php a month.
    Im coming in june to stay with my girlfriend who also does stuff online. How does extensions work? I dont want to buy a 1400usd return ticket every month 😂

  • @jimw7916
    @jimw7916 17 годин тому +1

    another Hollywood acting scene? so in other words NO CHANGES

  • @jonathanport5002
    @jonathanport5002 21 годину тому +1

    Hi girl. You look fine 😅

    • @MadMike1963
      @MadMike1963 21 годину тому

      She is beautiful but she wants to marry Harry Cavell (Actor,british and 20 years younger) I am british,english,londoner but not got harry's looks lol.

  • @philipjanek3864
    @philipjanek3864 21 годину тому +3

    I never stay in the Philippines for more than 28 days. I'm not getting shook down 😆 besides who the heck wants to stay in the Philippines full time except old loser's 😆

    • @davidsun3464
      @davidsun3464 19 годин тому +1

      I’m so glad you never stay in the Philippines for more than 28 days. That means less chance of running into you! 🙄

    • @ytcano
      @ytcano 19 годин тому +15

      Correct. Opinionated loudmouths don't survive long in the Philippines. You're wise to keep your trips short.

    • @philipjanek3864
      @philipjanek3864 18 годин тому

      @ytcano ok Bobo Kano Lolo babaero 😆

    • @JenniferTerri
      @JenniferTerri  18 годин тому +4

      @@philipjanek3864aww did ytcano hurt your feelings? 🙁🤣

    • @philipjanek3864
      @philipjanek3864 18 годин тому

      @@JenniferTerri nope 😆 he can't even speak Tagalog and spelled Kano wrong 😆 nakababatang kapatid na babae 👍 tamsak tapos na 👍

  • @dancooper5741
    @dancooper5741 12 годин тому

    I’m considering the SRRV as a good option. Given I have a good Retirement Income , over 50 yrs age ….is the PRA accredited bank deposit $10,000- and when does that have to be set-up ?? The website I looked at indicates $1400 application fee & annual $360- fee. Also, it states that the $10k needs to be transferred “in” prior to application. So I’m assuming you open a transaction account & then lodge the Bank “bond” if approved. Ask that how it works, and is it simple to open an account if you arrive as a tourist, as you would. ??

    • @ytcano
      @ytcano 10 годин тому

      The SRRV Classic with Pension requires a 10k US visa deposit. It must be sent from a bank outside the Philippines to the PRA bank. You include a note saying it's to be held in trust for your SRRV (and your name and passport number). If you cancel they return it.

  • @Original_fat_cat
    @Original_fat_cat 10 годин тому

    Regarding the 1st Visa Extension, Do i need to make an appointment to the Immigration office or is it just walk in first come first serve ?

    • @mafoozela7435
      @mafoozela7435 10 годин тому

      It's walk in. First come first serve

    • @ytcano
      @ytcano 10 годин тому +1

      Before your first 30 days is up you can get the first 29 day extension (called a Visa waiver) online. The one after that is in-person because you'll need to get the ACR/I card