PHILIPPINE VISA, SRRV OR DRIVER LICENSE

[@homebasebelgium359]

I have a question for her, Mike. If you go for a permanent visa in the Philippines, are you still OK with everything (social security, medical assistance, etc) in your country of origin?

[@audielowe2700]

Excellent information and content Mike ..thank you

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

in the USA other countries I do not know

[@Skwarek-wp8dc]

What other military / retired countries are accepted?

[@lindawilson795]

You and Janet are really helping others moving to the Philippines.❤

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

that is what i want to do

[@bigmikessenioradventures]

I guess I'm lucky. My gal does all my visa stuff and here in Baguio I was the only one at the immigration office and 8:30am and the people there were very friendly and helpful

[@jammyb90]

You can "Authenticate" your documents at the U.S. Embassy.

[@TexasT-Bone1970]

Helpful video. I used RJAgency in Cebu and they were very helpful also.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

sometimes better to have someone help you with some of the different visas here in the Philippines

[@charlesanderson6986]

Great info Mike you’re a hard working person. I would be to lazy to do all the videos and work you do . But I’m glad you do it and the information is greatly appreciated.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Wow, thank you

[@charlesbronson5235]

A wealth of information. Extremely knowledgeable to say the least. 👍🏻💪🏻✌🏻👋🏻

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Glad you think so!

[@naldsarmas8584]

Mike A good way to showcase Filipina beauty and brains !

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

lucky me i get to meet so many smart and beautiful ladies

[@tedlaurvik3765]

Heidi has great english skills... very very understandable.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Thank you! 😃

[@johnnyballard664]

Thanks❤ Mike & Janet for Helping Monta Crews during their misfortune !!

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

thank you Monty is a good guy

[@billyakin3301]

Thanks Mike 😊 Thanks Janet 😊 Thanks beautiful 😍

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

You are so welcome

[@brent2438]

Heidi sounds like s great person to work with on any of those visa needs.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Definitely!

[@troymoses8405]

Very informative, thank you Mike & Janet for sharing.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

thanks Troy

[@Chickenlegs836]

HI U2 👋. Great video & questions 👍🙏. Definitely 👍 will reach out to Heidi if & when I visit or retire. Very nice young lady 😍. Very informative. Blessings 🙏🌺🌼🌸

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@KB-dm7nt]

Mike, thank you. What an interesting and informative initial interview with Heidi. Great vlog and I am very interested in hearing more - especially what other visas are available to those non military interested persons wanting to move to the Philippines.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

yes we will talk about all the different visas one can get here in the Philippines

[@Davidtaylor-yc8hc]

Mike she is very beatiful and she speaks prefect english well am comeing there soon hopefully she can help

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

send her a message telling her what you need

[@garyjohn]

Nice video Mike. Thank you for sharing this. Looking forward to the livestream. Take care.🤙

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Thanks! You too!

[@mikefisc9989]

I am a younger retiree and this video series will be very helpful. I am looking forward to an expanded discussion on the other categories of SRRV. Thank you so much for this video.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Glad it was helpful!

[@M.Bodark1608]

Thank you mike and heidi,very good informations,now i know heidi and his services .

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

thank you

[@jamesnichols2511]

wow, thanks Mike for this video. you're making my move to the philippines much easier with each video you do. I like the idea of having 1 person (company) that will handle all your needs in order to live in the philippines. I will contact this young lady shortly as I am aiming for january 22 to hit the ground running.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Great to hear!

[@gman00traveler]

Great video. The SRRV Expanded Courtesy offers more benefits compared to the 13A. She only elaborated on the Expanded Courtesy. It would've been helpful if she touched on the other SRRV categories, for those that don't have military service: SRRV Classic, SRRV Human Touch & SRRV Courtesy.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

we will in future videos

[@ronwalker7945]

Thanks Mike!! This is a very timely video for me.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Glad it was helpful!

[@WatchCaliforniaExpat]

Great video guys. Heidi and her company do a great job.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

thank you

[@TheDrifterrider]

thanks Mike, more good info

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Any time!

[@judekidder]

Thanks Mike an Janet an Hedi good info 👍

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Our pleasure!

[@floribertosousa2251]

9:01 Hi Mike. Thanks to you and Heidi for a great 👍 video with important information. I definitely will need to consult with her some day when that time comes. Take care and keep up the great work.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lorandmagyar]

Heidi is very impressive. Wow!

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

yes she is

[@Ty-dt8xv]

Wow fantastic Mr mike and miss Janet 👍👍👍 I definitely want to know about the srrv visa

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

thank you

[@denismoreau3646]

Good info for the 😊future

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Glad you think so!

[@donaldandmijung]

mike great info! having the documents authenticated is important info to know. wondering about other family members if doing srrv and they are accompanying the retiree. hopefully I catch the live stream when you all have her on.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

good question. I will ask her when we do a video again

[@colinburt6447]

Heidi and Abby did a great job of sorting out a misunderstanding with the PRA regarding my SRRV remittance. They were very helpful and friendly. I highly recommend them!

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Great to hear!

[@danielhay184]

Fantastic video Mike thanks alot been there 3 times and plan to retire there myself very helpful to get an agent to help out Il be back early Jan to look for that suitable place

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

sounds good

[@charlesstanfa3969]

Thank you very much mike great information

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Very welcome

[@jayhawkins4045]

Thanks Mike...recorded thier number. Sounds like a valuable contact

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

thank you I think it is

[@jaybee1597]

This is excellent information!

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Glad it was helpful!

[@patrickmchargue7122]

Thank you. I've saved her webpage for future reference.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

thanks Patrick

[@richardkorejwo6398]

Another wonderful informative video,What a great service. Thank you Mike and Heidi. I will be requiring info for a Canadian . Do you do pension assistance Heidi for Canadians? Thanks again

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Our pleasure!

[@ssgtchad]

Soooo happy i came across your channel. Im a retired vet and police officer from Texas. I'll be moving to the PH as soon as I can get my passport. I have no intention of coming back. It's very intimidating moving out of the country and not knowing a soul where you're going. I'm actually starting over at 57. And I'm terrified lol. Anyway great channel. How much is the service she was offering,?

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

I do not know the fees tell her you saw her video on this channel..good luck and enjoy your retirement

[@teds8928]

That is absolutely awesome that Heidi is going to be working with you on everything. But Heidi mentioned annulment or divorce, no such thing as divorce in the Philippines the last I was told, unless it’s changed

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

I think so too!

[@teds8928]

@@mikesphilippineretirement Sorry, had to edit my comment a tad about divorce and annulment

[@FilipinaAndTheForeigner]

There is a divorce option via a Muslim law allowable in the Philippines. ... I would like to know the process of her company getting a foreigner a motorcycle license when it is not on the original driver's license. Does one still have to do the motorcycle test/training etc?

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

i had to take a class and do a written test...not a driving test..as for divorce as a Muslim I know nothing about that but will ask someone

[@mmchannel8056]

There is no divorce if both are filipinos. Mike can divorce her wife in the US. The law is ONLY applicable in the Philippines. It means that Mike can re-marry in Thailand or anywhere except the Philippines.

[@Maintenance63]

Nice information!! This will help a lot of people.

[@Culleyscrazyjourney]

I really cannot wait to meet her. I have so many questions and I need to get started as well.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

thanks Culley see you soon

[@barrypress3704]

Greatest information

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Glad you think so!

[@napoleonmdusa8877]

Good resource contact for a lot of expat concerns. One thing I'd like to hear about regarding the SRRV is the income requirement when someone doesn't have a pension or social security and will be living on their IRAs for retirement. Some people could have a million dollars (or more) in their IRA accounts which should last a lifetime in the Philippines, so is that enough? This also affects the deposit amount required for the SRRV ($10k or $20k).

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

great questions will answers them in follow up videos or contact her and ask them

[@PJ33333]

Rarely is it mentioned on videos concerning SRRV that there is NO police clearance required if you are 70+

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

that is true

[@ozzhass5683]

Excellent 👍

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@BlutoBlutarski-z3v]

13a spouse visa works fine for me. Cheaper fees, easier requirements, and best of all it does not tie up a big chunk of my money.

[@RCFSULAW]

Goid addition to your team. If you retire in the Philipinnes and get an SRRV are you considered a resident alien and subject to Philipinnes taxation on US generated income. I have heard that it is safer to be under 6 months a year in the Philipinnes on Tourist VISAs. Many USA citizens have misdemeanor charges. I would like to see her address these issues on the livestream.

[@JerryKime]

No, you are not subject to Philippine tax unless you get income from the PI. SRRV allows you to work in the PI but subject to taxes. Any pensions, SS or income from the US is not subject to PI taxes.

[@brianorella6086]

where u gety quarenteen papers from , before u go over there or in usa

[@kevink1214]

I am looking forward to future videos. I had heard with the marriage visa (13A) if she should pass away, that voids your 13A visa.

[@marriedtoafilipinachannel]

We are doing our 13a here in the USA, easy and very little cost

[@JerryKime]

I plan on doing the same only problem I see so far is I have to travel to Washington DC to get it done if I'm reading everything correctly.

[@marriedtoafilipinachannel]

@@JerryKime , no sir you do not

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Hi Roy thanks for watching I see your channel is up and running

[@marriedtoafilipinachannel]

@@mikesphilippineretirement, thanks Mike, now just need to find the time to ad more videos, lol

[@Puertoricanmarriedtofilipina]

The award letter from the your local VA hospital from the states . Pension letter in civilian terms .

[@goman69]

Hi Mike, are You and Janet relocating to Cebu form Dumaguete? Seems that way

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

we will be in both cities for the next few months. Keeping our home in Dumaguete..

[@BrokeAmerican]

Cool😎 Visa, hand holding ❤, one stop shop 😂

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Yes 😁

[@charlesstanfa3969]

Great video mike,mike i have a question, what is the best building in the best location to rent near Ayala mall

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

hard to say the best Solinea is one i like

[@larrywashington5455]

Hi Mike, I am 64 , disabled living in the Philippines.my third year here.i have a question for you ,have you heard of a expat who uses the direct express card? I've been to two banks and no luck.

[@andrzej4282]

Hello Janet and Mike. Ive a question about the military service. I know you are from US but what about the military service in a different country?This SRRV Expanded Courtesy is for people who served in the army in any countries? Thank you Best regards🙂😉

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

yes UK and Canada plus a few others

[@johnsaunders781]

More like this! 👍

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

noted

[@smoke1830]

Can the US Consulate apostile the documents?

[@desipage9862]

My DD 214 has a shorter version of my first name than what is on my birth certificate. Will this be an issue for the SSRV visa?

[@just_another_bot0110]

I have my flight for September 21. Would like some more information

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

website: cgconsulting.ph email: [e-mail] facebook fb.com/cgconsultingph

[@just_another_bot0110]

@mikesphilippineretirement Sent email I'm curious to see if you also, by any chance, know services that hire chefs to do meal preps. Would like to lose weight and exercise while doing some medical stuff in the philippines. I'm probably the most boring person, but I like the idea of leaving my time here in better condition than I came in.

[@joylnlon2567]

Mike you didn't asked her how much they really charge, usually they charge u by $. U know in philippines its all about money. U guys Take care. From vegas.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

who works for free. All my years in the States everyone works for money

[@bchrismonks8760]

@@mikesphilippineretirementsome retirement agents get paid from the retirement authority fees. (So no out of pocket for the applicant.) But obviously there’s a market for both. This lady you interviewed seem very knowledgeable and helpful :-)

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

she is

[@0Sidecar]

Getting SRRV done through "Filipinovisa"

[@tedrobertson1344]

Hello Michael, Thank you so much, could you add my question for the C&G Consulting, Mrs Heidi Cajes: 1. Is it possible to ship one's personal belongings 20ft container to the Philippines before one gets 13A visa, but is already married to a Philipina and has applied for 13A ? Thanks again

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

I will

[@tedrobertson1344]

@@mikesphilippineretirement Thank you so much, maayong gabii

[@DShizzel]

I have engaged C & G Consulting for my SRRV as a veteran of the US military. The charge for the service is php 55k, with half due up front. I have been pre-screened regarding my DD214 and have paid the first half (php27.5k). They have been a little slow communicating, but things do seem to be progressing. I'm sure they're very busy with the business your vlog has brought them. I will keep you informed via replies to this comment.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

thanks for the update Don

[@heidicajes8188]

Hi Don, thank you so much for voicing out this concern. We apologise for the delays in responding, we have been getting an influx of messages/emails over the last couple of months. I’ve hired more staff to deal with this issue and have instructed them to keep you updated in a timely manner. Rest assured, we are on top of your application and are very open to feedback and suggestions to improve our services. Thanks again :)

[@DShizzel]

I'm happy to report that C & G Consulting has begun a weekly update process for those of us who have engaged them for their services. In my case, the SRRV. I have received the first of the comprehensive updates which I am promised every Friday. Of course, if you're in the US, you will probably see it Thursday evening (if Friday is your day). I received an email yesterday that informed me of what has been done and what is yet to be done. I did follow up with another question, but I may see that answer next week. I am now satisfied with their communications, and continue to recommend their services.

[@DShizzel]

Another update on my SRRV application and C & G Consulting. They were late for their 2nd weekly update but did send me an update a couple of days later. Remember, they'd promised updates on Friday. However, it is understandable that they are going through growing pains due to the publicity this vlog has brought them. I have not yet received the third update, but I wrote them with the status of my apostille documents and some questions about how to fund the SRRV deposit and fee. Since my time in Manila will be limited before I proceed to Dumaguete, we are planning to fly to Cebu City the last week of January 2024 to do the NBI and Bureau of Quarantine paperwork, as well as to take photos for the ID card(s). Since they require photos with a white background as opposed to the US passport photos which are of a blue background, I've decided to take separate pictures, and I'll do that in Cebu. So far, I am still satisfied with the progress and guidance provided by C & G Consulting in Cebu.

[@TheFotoop]

Are you available on the Island of Luzon?

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

i believe so just send them a message and ask they will reply to your questions

[@ovlov245]

Hej Mike I would appreciate if Heidi can tell me about Australian resident visa holder ( British subject) at over 60 years old living in Philippines.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

she can help you get a Philippine Visa

[@derekadams729]

Hey Mike. Now you and Janet are married. You can leave the Philippines and when you return you will be given a 1 year visa. As long as you have you marriage certificate.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

yes i think so

[@FilAmSerlCoupleVlog]

Janet must be out of the country, too, and return with him to get the one year visa.

[@derekadams729]

I left the country alone.and when I returned alone they gave me a 1 year visa on entry.

[@dumaguetedreaming]

If you're wife's passport is in your married name that is all you need.

[@KB-dm7nt]

Mike, one question please, did you have to give up your USA driving license in order to get your Philippine one, or have you now got both?

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

i have both

[@KB-dm7nt]

​@@mikesphilippineretirement😊

[@jonrend]

It's a bloody expensive visa outside the military. Renewal fee $365 a year and at leat a $20,000 deposit to $10,000 with a pension.

[@marvinthemartin5560]

If you go through her for the SRRV, do you still need to go to PRA in Manila or is the deposit and everything taken care of in Cebu?

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

in Cebu but will double check that

[@philippinefandango2859]

I will contact this agency. I will apply for the Military Courtesy Visa. I have all the documents, notorized but not apostilized. I hope they can get it accomplished without me having to travel back to the states.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

lets hope

[@brewerfam5223]

Thank you I am looking to get a 13A visa

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

contact Heidi she can held you

[@anthonygreene4938]

My girl friend lives in mindanou. I want to help her get here, in the usa. I have anxiety about flying in airplane. Can she come to america? I have limited amount of money. How many times does she have to fly back and forth? That can get expensive, can't it? Is there any gaurante that they will not take my money, and then after they have my money they tell me she can not come here ? Do they ever take the mans money and not refund, if they get disqualified?

[@JerryKime]

Getting a tourist Visa especially for a young filipina is almost impossible. She has to show a sufficient source of income and many other hurdles. To get a K1 visa (fiance visa) is a very long process and will take a lot of money. You will have to fly there at least a few times to show that you 2 are a couple. Good luck!

[@everythingispossible7663]

What happens if you have a criminal record when you were in your teens and early 20’s but never convicted of a felony and now you’re in your 60’s.

[@jonathandavid9720]

I understand I need to be IN the Philippines to start an SRRV application. Is there any way around having to stay 45 days after applying?

[@johnbev2]

If I wanted to retire there. I am not vaccinated. How hard is it to get without being vaccination?

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

you can come without being vaccinated

[@virendrapatel7277]

After getting srrv paid 10000 deposit dollars to pra accounts .once i decide to relinquish my srrv i can get my 10000 dollars deposit money back in how many weeks or days please ?

[@blackdave8525]

A question I would like to ask , I have a house there over $50000 , I really do not want to put $20000 in a ph bank is there a way round it by having a house brought there , yes it’s in my own name it’s a house with a condo title paid for , I get told you still need to deposit $20000 in a bank to get one .

[@dixonbainbridge3146]

Are there any rumors about SSRV Smile returning?

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

not at this time

[@lutherjackson184]

Where is the young ladies office located in Manila

[@jonathonperino8681]

What is the go with a SRRV holder doing a KZbin channle about he Philppines? is that considered working? so many blogers are only on 9A visa doing KZbin??? ...Also Phil Health is that the same rate a s alocal or 70K per year?

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

is you tube a jub? phil health is 1700 php a year less for filipinos

[@retiredsailor4]

Hi folks I'm retired Navy and I draw social security and federal government retired pension as well. Would I need to apostize my pay documentation as well?

[@rickmccarroll9993]

I don’t know what she mean get your background checked and verify by who. And my retirement paperwork verification by who. Who has to sign off on them

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

wow she was talking about what you need for a srrv in the philippines

[@rickmccarroll9993]

@@mikesphilippineretirement yes sir I know that. But can it be done at the local police department. And who does it need to be sign by. For them to except it in the Philippine

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

not sure who but i believe that can be done here in the Philippines

[@talktimewitheddiej]

Can you convert a CDL license or do you just get a car and motorcycle license?

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

I do not know can you drive a motorcycle and car with that license?

[@talktimewitheddiej]

@@mikesphilippineretirement yes sir class A truck drivers license you can drive anything below that.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

you can drive a car not sure motorbike...I just do not know sorry

[@Puertoricanmarriedtofilipina]

But you would have to be like on the retirement age to qualify for this SRRV ? I’m a retired U.S. Army retired veteran that’s why I’m asking and I’m now 46 yrs old .

[@jdtravels5140]

What is her Agency Fee? Mary Rose in Manila is free. JRC in Cebu charges $550.

[@nictoo49]

I am finding out cell phones are more expensive to buy in the Philippines than in USA so how can so many Filipinos afford a cell phone

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

they can buy used or some new ones cost as little as 4k

[@mimusica0810]

Thanks ... i will call soon ... i need help with my wife visa

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Best of luck

[@dansharpe-ss9nn]

Hello Heidi. Can someone with a criminal background in the US still obtain an SRRV?

[@daviddaygame]

Hello Mike and Hidy! I have a question: What Should be the Bank Balance / cash on hand to get the Philippines tourist Visa? I heard it's 1000$, is it true? In Thailand it's only 500€ THANKS

[@jeffbrandenburg8672]

Excellent interview. May I ask the costs of her services?

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

HEIDI CAJES- C&G CONSULTING VISA AND SRRV / 13A INFO cgconsulting.ph/mike

[@jeffbrandenburg8672]

Thank you very much for information

[@kennydinthephilippines2655]

Getting the police clearance in America and it only being valid for 6 months really? Cause what if im in phillipines for a yr then wanna get my ssrv ? Living in ph for a yr then I turn 50 . I don’t wanna fly home just for that.. Does getting the police clearance apostled make it excepted in the ph if its over 6 months old ?

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

good questions. I will look into it

[@kennydinthephilippines2655]

@@mikesphilippineretirement thanks

[@jerrymarshall2728]

Can I drive in the Philippines, if I’m visiting for >30 day vacation?

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

yes if you have a valid DL

[@tonyp6474]

Hey Mike, What she didn't tell you about the 13A, is depending on what type of restrictions going on in the Philippines, if you leave the country and come back without your spouse you won't be allowed re-entry. The restriction might have been lifted now, but during Covid, your spouse had to be with you to enter the Philippines on a 13A visa.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

good point but you can come and go if you have a 13a visa. But i will follow up on that point

[@andyrose5576]

Great information on Philippines visas, thank you.

[@raeshalgoul8505]

👍✌

[@VirendraPatel-l8f]

Us green card holder can apply for Philippines SRRV ?

[@jeromebauer3057]

Is this the same as notarized

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

no it is not will explain better in next video

[@sdleasia]

Apostille is an internationally recognized "notary". It's a special green stamp.

[@kevinbuckley4507]

What do you charge to help me get a 13A visa? and how long does it take?

[@gordonstephen8329]

What is their fee for filing an SRRV for us?

[@Gurkha9]

There are agents of the PRA (Philippines Retirement Authority) that will do it for free and get paid by the PRA by the 1400 application fee. You don't have to use an agency per se

[@Mikeyyyy_L]

Looks like you’re assembling a team to assist people retiring to the Philippines. Housing, visa’s,drivers license, marriage license. What’s next an introduction service?? What about if someone is not an expat?.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

lawyer....what just a tourist?