Best Retirement Visa 😍(American in the Philippines 🇵🇭)

Best retirement visa in Southeast Asia, PRA (Philippine Retirement Authority) NBI (National Bureau of investigation) #american #youtube #youtuber #youtubeshorts #provincelife #youtubevideo #fypシ゚ #youtubeshort #simplelifeintheprovince #funny #philippines #retiredlife #explore #london #uk

[@notme-vg5bd]

Very informative video. I am coming over to the Philippines in a couple weeks and will apply for an SRRV visa using the same nice people who helped you. I told them you referred me and they seemed happy about that. One new SRRV visa change is the criminal background check can no longer be done in the Philippines by Interpol. They were adamant that it had to be done in my home country (America) BEFORE I flew over there. I did it through the FBI and then used an online apostille service. Thank you so much.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

Always changing here lol. Yeah Miss Thelma is the best...held my hand through everything and always sooo happy. Thanks for sharing new information for SRRV...great to get most current out there for others.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

I believe you gave us a super thanks...for some reason I can't see it but it was applied to our revenue. We are amazed by your gift to us!!!! Beyond grateful...thank you from bottom of our hearts!!!!!

[@cliffpearce9043]

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@Americaninthephilippines]

Thank you…rating videos 5 stars?

[@tonykarina8980]

Very good video, I just subscribed to your channel.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

Thank you so much for comment and subscribing. We will do our best for you

[@josephwalker2355]

I'm a 20 year Navy Veteran. I was a welder, pipefitter, and plumber in the navy and after i got out. I hope to visit Philippines this year.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

Thank you for your service!! If you enjoy the Philippines; they offer a great retirement visa for us service members. Check out my video

[@Americaninthephilippines]

Sorry just noticed your comment on SRRV video lol

[@ThumperX9]

Good information, thanks

[@Americaninthephilippines]

@@ThumperX9 thank you for your comment. Much appreciated

[@phukradung7383]

Thanks for the information and it was clearly presented. Quick question, how does this compare to a spousal visa and the benefits/pros-cons? Thanks!

[@Americaninthephilippines]

Wow that could probably be its own video. Let’s see if I can make it short but sweet. Spousal visa cons: Annual reporting to bureau of immigration, long process with probationary visa followed by another application process for real visa. Spousal visa also has to follow the exit clearance rules anytime you want to leave with bureau of immigration. Spousal visa is also controlled by the Filipina and can be removed by them. The only real pro I can think of is the costs…spousal visa is cheaper to receive and renew

[@phukradung7383]

@ How long is the probation before getting real one and does it still have the same cons? Interesting the spouse can remove it when divorce isn’t an option so that surprised me. Thank you very much for the quick response and the nice concise reply summary. I look forward to your transformer video and continued content. Ingat.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

@@phukradung7383 I believe first probationary spousal visa is for one year then you must go through all of the steps/process again to apply for permanent visa. As always the steps can be quite lengthy and full of requirements. Best of luck on your choice

[@myjourneyinthephilippines]

Thank you for sharing 😊

[@Americaninthephilippines]

My pleasure 😊

[@bilw1960]

One big plus is the Philippines does not tax resident retired foreigners on overseas income.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

@@bilw1960 thanks for your comment. Another great point I didn’t mention; thanks for letting everyone know!

[@KingRat71]

……yet.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

@@KingRat71 lol always the optimist...hopefully👍

[@bilw1960]

@@KingRat71 Yes, there's always the possibility they could change the legislation. In that case I'd rather pay tax in Thailand with similar living costs but way better infrastructure. Remaining flexible is the key.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

Flexibility is great and good options in Southeast Asia

[@patriciatritz6800]

thanks for sharing👍👍👍

[@Americaninthephilippines]

Thank you for the comment ❤

[@jk-zm2fs]

Thanks! I been thinking about moving to the Philippines from Thailand. Thai immigration for a retirement visa has lots room for improvement, to be polite.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

@@jk-zm2fs thanks for your comment. I agree …the retirement visas in Southeast Asia could all be improved with streamlined processes.

[@alanjohnson6369]

Thanks for sharing.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

@@alanjohnson6369 my pleasure, thanks for watching 😊

[@chrisdillon2073]

I have the srrv and one problem with it is some companies here don't except it as a form of ID . Like Gcash and many others want to see the ACR ID card instead

[@Americaninthephilippines]

@@chrisdillon2073 I haven’t ran into that but think I may have used my Philippine driver license for Gcash lol. Thanks for sharing information and commenting.

[@KingRat71]

To “trial” the PH. As long as I come in with my wife, we can do balakbayan for a year. Then we just fly to Guam, Aust, or Japan for a weekend trip and to shop. Then return to PH for another year. No SRRV fee this way unless and until declide to relocate perm.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

That is correct sir. Make sure you bring marriage certificate with you upon arrival Philippines...heard sometimes they can ask to see it before giving balakbayan privilege. Best of luck finding the right spot in the Philippines for your retirement

[@KingRat71]

@ yes and we bring her old PH passport too. We have a home near Tacloban. But still work in US, so we just visit for now. But retirement is close and plan to do longer truips then. Work my way up to longer and longer trips over time.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

That is a great way to setup your retirement...use your US dollars to build here with great exchange rates. Have your house ready when you retire. Best wishes for that retired day sooner rather than later.

[@Dave-ze8vd]

Good video. Did you get your drivers license converted to a Philippines license? If so, how was the procedure.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

@@Dave-ze8vd thanks for your comment. Yes I did convert my drivers license. Please check our KZbin for the video kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHyVqat8rJV8l5Isi=_f_wgCI6d1TJlekg

[@DrivingPhilippines]

But they now require you to visit the PRA office or satellite office to renew your SRRV card annually. I was hoping that they wouldn't require that, just do it online like before, but it is what it is. EDIT... Online is an option. See replies below.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

Thanks for your comment. Yes it was available for two years also but now only year. But still much better than every two months going to bureau of immigration for tourist visa. I use the annual trip to Makati to get my annual medical exam and new SRRV ID renewal.

[@DrivingPhilippines]

@Americaninthephilippines Where do you recommend going for the annual medical in Makati? I've used Bumrungrad in BKK in the past (excellent hospital), but not yet in Makati.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

@ my preferred hospital is Asian hospital and medical center in Muntinlupa or St Luke’s in BGC.

[@isnoo1]

What do you think will happen with your pension now with all the differences happening with goverment in the USA? I sincerely hope you are not going to be hurt.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

I honestly don't think about it...don't want to stress about something that may or may not happen in future. I feel pretty protected with a military pension but never say never lol. Thanks for your kind words

[@jacintacicchine568]

New subscriber here..😊 Hoping i can start my chanel sooner.. 😊

[@Americaninthephilippines]

Thank you so much for subscribing!! Best of luck with your channel

[@noveltyrobot]

Thanks for the content. Does the visa allow you to own a business?

[@Americaninthephilippines]

@@noveltyrobot thanks for the comment. I know PRA will assist with working but honestly owning business is much more tricky here. I know it is possible…check out the California expat on KZbin. He lives here and runs business

[@edwinwerdna7061]

It shows in the screen that you have 439 subs so if not updated I guess I am the 440th.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

Thanks for your comment and welcome 440...hope you enjoy!!

[@jk-zm2fs]

Your recommended agent doesn't accept email because the mail box is full. Apparently she is using some kind of mail forwarding service.

[@Americaninthephilippines]

I’m sorry for that…has been over a year since I emailed. If I can find another contact I will post it

[@Americaninthephilippines]

Sorry it took me a little while to get permissions. Ms. Thelma Uy email for questions or to start your SRRV: [e-mail]

[@benevita8562]

Référencement, de France 🇲🇫

[@Americaninthephilippines]

Thank you for your comment

[@biform13]

If I understand correctly, you did not pay the agency directly except for a tip afterwards. Is that correct? The $500 they get back is usually sufficient for their services? "All" it cost total was $3K?

[@Americaninthephilippines]

That is correct...the agency was paid by the PRA out of my 1,400 application fee. I tipped about 40 because of the great service Thelma gave me. All in costs for my retirement visa was 2,950 for me!! And 10 dollars a year to renew my ID card

[@mikecool3378]

What if you don’t have military service

[@Americaninthephilippines]

Thanks for your comment. You can check the Philippine Retirement Authority website for other SRRV categories. They do have other requirements…more money in Philippine bank, etc. Please check out the website for information…too much to type here

[@phillipsmall284]

Does social security count for the pension?

[@Americaninthephilippines]

Thanks for the comment. Yes I believe social security qualifies as pension for PRA

[@timledbetter1781]

Yes, I have one, and I'm on Social Security

[@Americaninthephilippines]

@ thank you for commenting and sharing information

[@PaulLewis-g8x]

Please give me the info again on SRRV help

[@Americaninthephilippines]

I had another reply that said the email box is full? [e-mail] I sent a message to Ms Thelma letting her know its full and she said to give her phone number...but I need to clarify putting it on KZbin before I do that lol. I believe the PRA website also has other "marketer agencies" listed. Keep in mind any of them you contact are being paid by PRA and you do not need to pay them

[@Americaninthephilippines]

Sorry it took me a little while to get permission to give out on KZbin. Here is Ms. Thelma Uy e-mail for your questions or to start your SRRV: [e-mail]

[@Americaninthephilippines]

Ms. Thelma Uy's email if you have questions or are ready to start your SRRV: [e-mail]