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PEZA Visa (47(a)(2))

work · Philippines

Special non-immigrant visa under Sec. 47(a)(2) of CA 613, issued to foreign nationals (investors, executives, technical staff) employed by PEZA-registered export enterprises. Foreign employees cap < 5% of total workforce at the employing company. DOJ Circular 48 supplies the uniform guidelines; PEZA endorses, BI issues.

Minimum stay / validity: 2 yrs renewable
Processing time: ~10 working days
Official source: https://www.peza.gov.ph/press-releases/peza-issue-2-years-visa-foreign-investors-and-workers
Last verified: May 2026

Requirements & criteria

[Mandatory] Sponsoring employer in the country
[Mandatory] Concrete job offer / employment contract
[Mandatory] No criminal record
[Mandatory] Investor / executive / technical / advisory role

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