Philippines Quota Visa

PERMANENT RESIDENT VISA (SECTION 13)

Program Overview

Learn more below about the basics of the Philippines Quota visa, when you're ready to speak with an expert, you can reach out to our team and we'll walk you through the details.

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The Quota Visa, issued under Section 13 of the Philippine Immigration Act of 1940, is one of the most prestigious and sought-after immigrant visas in the Philippines. Unlike non-immigrant options, this provides immediate and unconditional Permanent Residency to foreign nationals whose countries have diplomatic relations with the Philippines.

Administered by the Bureau of Immigration (BI), the Quota Visa allows holders to live, work, and study in the Philippines permanently with minimal restriction.

With only 50 slots available per year, timing is the most critical factor in a successful Quota Visa application. Metropolis Global provides expert navigation throughout the process to ensure your application is prioritized.

Philippines Quota Visa Overview
Program Highlights & Benefits
  • Permanent Residency: Grants the holder permanent resident status from day one.

  • Work & Business: Holders are fully authorized to engage in business, seek employment, or enroll in educational institutions.

  • Permanent Stay: Provides the right to live in the Philippines permanently with no expiry on the residency itself.

  • Travel Freedom: Multiple entry and exit privileges without the need for frequent re-entry permit applications.

  • Tax Benefits: Foreign-sourced income is not taxed in the Philippines.

Ask our team about a special discounted rate for citizens from: USA | EUROPE | AUSTRALIA | CANADA

Frequently asked questions

Are all nationalities eligible?

Some nationalities are not eligible to apply, please contact our team for more information.

Who can apply?
  • Principal Applicants: Foreign nationals age 30 and above of a country with a reciprocal immigration agreement with the Philippines.

  • Dependent Spouse: Legally married to the Principal applicant.

  • Dependent Children: Unmarried children under 21 years of age.

What's Included in the Metropolis package for Quota Visa?
  • Consultation and application support

  • Medical Check

  • Biometrics & NBI Clearance

  • Bureau of Immigration Clearance

  • Assistance with bank account opening in the Philippines

  • ACR-I Resident Card

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Talk to an Expert

Ready to secure your future in the Philippines? Contact our immigration specialists today to check availability and to see whether you’re eligible.

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