📌 Overview

The Philippine 9G Work Visa is a non-immigrant visa issued to foreign nationals who are employed by a Philippine-based company. It is the most common type of work visa in the country and is required for legally working and conducting business in the Philippines.

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) issues the 9G Work Visa, which allows foreign employees to stay and work in the country for a specific period, with multiple entry and exit privileges.

📌 Eligibility Requirements

To apply for a 9G Work Visa, the applicant must:

• Be legally employed by a company registered in the Philippines.

• Have a job position that cannot be easily filled by a local worker.

• Comply with Philippine labor laws and immigration regulations.

📌 Types of 9G Work Visa

The 9G Work Visa is granted for different durations based on the applicant’s employment contract:

• One-Year Work Visa – Renewable annually.

• Two-Year Work Visa – Renewable after two years.

• Three-Year Work Visa – Maximum validity before renewal.

📌 Processing Time

• The processing time typically takes around 2 months, but it may vary depending on the completeness of the documents and the workload of the Bureau of Immigration (BI).

📌 Required Documents

To apply for a 9G Work Visa, the applicant must submit:

• Tax Identification Number (TIN) Card – Issued by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR).

• Original Passport – Must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended period of stay.

• Valid Visa – If the applicant is already in the Philippines under a different visa type.

• Employment Contract & Company Documents – Signed by both employer and employee, proving legitimate employment.

• Alien Employment Permit (AEP) – Issued by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), confirming that no local worker is available for the position.

• Personal Information Form – Filled out by the applicant.

• Clear White Background Digital Photo – Recent passport-size photo.

📌 Application Process

1. Secure an Alien Employment Permit (AEP)

• The employer must first apply for an AEP with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE).

• This process confirms that the position cannot be filled by a local Filipino worker.

2. File the 9G Work Visa Application

• Once the AEP is secured, the company must file the 9G Work Visa application with the Bureau of Immigration (BI).

3. Submission of Requirements

• The applicant must submit all required documents for processing.

4. BI Approval & Visa Issuance

• Once the Bureau of Immigration (BI) approves the application, the 9G Work Visa will be stamped in the applicant’s passport.

📌 Renewal & Extension

• 9G Work Visas are renewable depending on the employment contract.

• The employer must apply for renewal before the visa expires to avoid penalties.

📌 Important Reminders

• If an employee resigns or is terminated, the employer must notify the Bureau of Immigration (BI) and cancel the 9G Visa.

• Working without a valid 9G Visa is illegal and may result in deportation and fines.

• The company sponsoring the visa is responsible for ensuring compliance with Philippine labor and immigration laws.