🇵🇭 Philippines · Skilled independent
Special Work Permit (SWP — Commercial) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €93 |
| Minimum annual salary | €93 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 10–11 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €104 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 3 months.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://immigration.gov.ph/services/special-work-permit-commercial/.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €93.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://immigration.gov.ph/services/special-work-permit-commercial/ · verified 2026-06-09
Minimum annual salary
https://immigration.gov.ph/services/special-work-permit-commercial/ · verified 2026-06-09
Job offer
https://immigration.gov.ph/services/special-work-permit-commercial/ · verified 2026-06-09
Employer sponsor
https://immigration.gov.ph/services/special-work-permit-commercial/ · verified 2026-06-09
Age range
https://immigration.gov.ph/services/special-work-permit-commercial/ · verified 2026-06-09
Application fee
https://immigration.gov.ph/services/special-work-permit-commercial/ · verified 2026-06-09
Open to all nationalities
https://immigration.gov.ph/services/special-work-permit-commercial/ · verified 2026-06-09
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-09.