How long can a U.S. citizen Balikbayan stay in the Philippines?

Visitors who are admitted as balikbayan are given an initial stay of one (1) year. Their stay may be extended for an additional one (1), two (2) or six (6) months at the Visa Extension Section of a Bureau of immigration office.
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How long can I stay in the Philippines if I'm a US citizen?

Do US citizens need visas to enter the Philippines? No. US citizens do not need a visa to enter the Philippines. US citizens can enter the Philippines Visa on Arrival and stay in the Philippines visa-free for up to 59-days.
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Can you live in the Philippines as a US citizen?

If you wish to settle in The Philippines and you are at least 35 years old, you may apply for a Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV). The SRRV is granted by the Philippines Retirement Authority (PRA), and you may reside indefinitely in the Philippines with free entry and exit.
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How do you extend stay in Philippines as a US citizen?

To extend your permit you must visit an office of the Immigration Bureau in the Philippines and submit an application for an extension at least 7 days before your current visa expires.
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How long can a dual citizen stay in the Philippines?

You can stay in the Philippines indefinitely provided that upon your arrival in the Philippines you present before the Philippine Immigration Officer your valid US/Foreign passport and your Dual Citizenship Documents. EXCEPTION: when you travel with your Foreign Husband/Wife/Child.
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VISA-FREE ALLOWABLE PERIOD OF STAY IN THE PHILIPINES



How long can a Canadian stay in the Philippines?

If you need to extend your stay above the 30-day visa-free period, you must require the proper authorization from local authorities before this period ends.
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What is the disadvantage of dual citizenship Philippines?

Some of the drawbacks of having dual citizenship include, among other things, the possibility of being subject to double taxation, the lengthy and expensive process required to obtain dual citizenship, the responsibilities and obligations that you are required to complete, and the fact that you become bound by the laws ...
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Can a US citizen stay in the Philippines for more than a month?

9(a) or Temporary Visitor's Visa in the Philippines

Most foreign nationals are given a 30-day period to stay in the country upon arrival, but that initial stay can be as few as 7 days and as many as 59 days, depending on the visitor's country of origin. This initial stay can be extended to a maximum stay of 16 months.
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How long can a US citizen stay in the Philippines without a visa 2022?

TOURIST VISA REQUIRED: No (for tourist travel under 30 days).
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How long can a Filipino naturalized US citizen stay in the Philippines?

The Philippines' BALIKBAYAN PROGRAM allows a one-year visa-free stay for Filipinos working overseas and for former Filipinos who have acquired citizenship in certain countries (refer to list of countries below).
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What does a US citizen need to live in the Philippines?

Aside from an employment visa, the Philippine government requires non-resident foreign nationals to apply for an Alien Employment Permit (AEP) if they plan on working in the Philippines. The department responsible for this permit is the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE).
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Can a US citizen retire in the Philippines?

You are free to apply for a Philippines retirement visa through the SRRV program if: You are at least 35 years old and make a deposit of at least $50,000 in a bank account in the Philippines; or. You are at least 50 years old and have a pension.
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How can I stay in the Philippines longer than 30 days?

If the intended stay in the Philippines is beyond 30 days, an application for a temporary visa must be filed at the Consulate. There are nationals of other countries who are classified as Restricted Nationals by the Philippine Government.
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How long can you be out of the country as a US citizen?

Absences of more than 365 consecutive days

You must apply for a re-entry permit (Form I-131) before you leave the United States, or your permanent residence status will be considered abandoned. A re-entry permit enables you to be abroad for up to two years. Apply for a re-entry permit.
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What is the penalty for US citizen overstaying in the Philippines?

Financial Penalties for Visa Overstay in the Philippines:

The minimum penalties appear to be: All Visa Extension Fees not previously paid. Fine for Overstaying – (additional) Php 500.00 per month. Motion for Reconsideration for Overstaying – (additional) Php 500.00.
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Do Balikbayans need return ticket?

MANILA, Philippines—the Bureau of Immigration (BI) announced that arriving balikbayan and their spouse and children who are traveling with them are exempted from presenting an outbound ticket.
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How can I stay in the Philippines for 6 months?

You can apply for a Philippines Long-Stay Visa in one of two ways:
  1. At an Embassy or Consulate of the Philippines abroad; or.
  2. At the Bureau of Immigration in the Philippines, in which case you have to enter with a regular Tourist Visa and then convert it at the BI into the type of visa you need.
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Who is considered a Balikbayan?

Answer: Balikbayan privileges cover both married and unmarried foreign children of Filipinos or former Filipinos.
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How long can a US citizen stay in Canada?

Most visitors can stay for up to 6 months in Canada. If you're allowed to enter Canada, the border services officer may allow you to stay for less or more than 6 months. If so, they'll put the date you need to leave by in your passport.
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What happens if I stay more than 6 months outside US with citizenship?

Absence of 1 Year or More

An absence from the United States for a continuous period of 1 year or more (365 days or more) during the period for which continuous residence is required will automatically break the continuity of residence.
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What is the longest I can stay in the Philippines?

NOTE: The authorized maximum period of stay granted by the Philippine Consulate to all temporary visitor's visa applicants is fifty-nine (59) days.
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Is Balikbayan visa multiple entry?

Is Balikbayan Visa multiple entry? Yes, The Balikbayan Visa is a multiple entry type of visa.
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Is there a downside to dual citizenship with Canada?

While there are many benefits to dual and multiple citizenship, some disadvantages may occur. In addition to possibly having a previous citizenship revoked, it is also possible to be caught between two countries' legalities, taxation, compulsory military service, and other seemingly unexpected problems.
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Does Canada allow dual citizenship with Philippines?

Philippines: The Philippines allows dual citizenship with Canada. Filippino nationals who had been naturalized to other countries may apply to retain or regain their status; if they were born before 1973 and had at least one Filipino parent at the time of their birth.
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Does US allow dual citizenship with Canada?

U.S. law does not mention dual nationality or require a person to choose one nationality or another. A U.S. citizen may naturalize in a foreign state without any risk to his or her U.S. citizenship.
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