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Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV Classic)

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✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-21 · Our methodology

3.5/10 diff

Moderate

SRRV 50+ pensioner: pensão US$800/mês + depósito US$15.000 (não-pensionado US$30.000). Expanded SRRV (Set 2025).

Min income

€699/mo

Processing

—

Path to PR

Yes

Difficulty

3/10 — Moderate

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Direct answer

SRRV 50+ pensioner: pensão US$800/mês + depósito US$15.000 (não-pensionado US$30.000). Expanded SRRV (Set 2025).

At a Glance

Visa Duration

—

Processing Time

—

Min Income

€699/mo

Path to PR

Yes

Difficulty

3/10 — Moderate

Eligibility Requirements

Requirement	Details
Sponsorship Required	No
Health Insurance Required	No

Financial Requirements

Item	Amount
Minimum Income	€699/mo
Minimum Savings	€13,077

Family & Rights

Right	Details
Path to Permanent Residency	Yes

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Manila

Single (monthly)€1,200

Family (monthly)€3,000

Rent 1BR (center)€550

Groceries€350

Transport pass€80

Cebu

Single (monthly)€1,050

Family (monthly)€2,625

Rent 1BR (center)€480

Groceries€320

Transport pass€70

Davao

Single (monthly)€950

Family (monthly)€2,375

Rent 1BR (center)€400

Groceries€300

Transport pass€60

Quezon City

Single (monthly)€1,100

Family (monthly)€2,750

Rent 1BR (center)€500

Groceries€330

Transport pass€75

Makati

Single (monthly)€1,400

Family (monthly)€3,500

Rent 1BR (center)€700

Groceries€380

Transport pass€90

Manila (Metro Manila)

Single (monthly)€850

Family (monthly)€2,100

Rent 1BR (center)€450

Groceries€212

Transport pass€51

Cebu City

Single (monthly)€650

Family (monthly)€1,600

Rent 1BR (center)€320

Groceries€162

Transport pass€39

Davao City

Single (monthly)€580

Family (monthly)€1,400

Rent 1BR (center)€280

Groceries€145

Transport pass€35

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV Classic)?

SRRV 50+ pensioner: pensão US$800/mês + depósito US$15.000 (não-pensionado US$30.000). Expanded SRRV (Set 2025).

What are the financial requirements for the Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV Classic)?

Applicants need minimum income of €699/mo, minimum savings of €13,077. Additional costs may include relocation expenses, insurance, and document attestation.

Can the Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV Classic) lead to permanent residency?

Yes — this pathway can lead to permanent residence, subject to meeting the residence and other conditions. We do not publish a qualifying timeline for this route because we have no official source stating one; check with the relevant authority for the current residence requirement.

Are there alternative pathways to Philippines?

Yes. Philippines offers 6 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Philippines country page.

What is the cost of living in Philippines?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Manila: €1,200/mo; Cebu: €1,050/mo; Davao: €950/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Official source

Requirements on this page are based on this official/primary source:

pra.gov.ph

Data last verified: 2026-06-21 · See our methodology

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