Comparison guide
Retirement Visas in Asia-Pacific: Cambodia, Fiji, and the Philippines
Friendly, factual options for retiring in the Asia-Pacific region, from Cambodia easy renewals to Fiji assured-income route and the Philippines SRRV.
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Retirees with a pension or stable private incomePeople comparing long-stay options across the Asia-PacificThose who want a warm, lower-cost baseWhat does Retirement Visas in Asia-Pacific: Cambodia, Fiji, and the Philippines compare?
Friendly, factual options for retiring in the Asia-Pacific region, from Cambodia easy renewals to Fiji assured-income route and the Philippines SRRV. It compares ER Retirement Visa (E-class retirement sub-class), Residence Permit on Assured Income, Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV), with each route linked to its primary government source.
Verified against General Department of Immigration, Ministry of Interior (Cambodia) on 1 June 2026.
At a glance
Key facts for each route covered in this comparison. Click any visa for the full guide.
| Country | Route | Sponsor? | Duration | Leads to PR? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambodia | ER Retirement Visa (E-class retirement sub-class) | No | Extensions are typically issued in periods such as 6 or 12 months and renewed to stay long term; there is no permanent-residence status to reach. | No |
| Fiji | Residence Permit on Assured Income | No | Granted as a renewable residence permit while the assured income and deposit conditions continue. Confirm current validity on the official page. | Yes |
| Philippines | Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV) | No | Indefinite stay with multiple-entry privileges while the qualifying deposit and conditions are maintained. | Yes |
Detailed comparison
Cambodia's ER (retirement) visa is one of the easiest in the region: it suits over-55s with proof of retirement and funds, and can be renewed indefinitely - though Cambodia has no permanent-residence pathway.
Fiji's Residence Permit on Assured Income is aimed at self-funded over-45s who can show steady offshore income and do not intend to work; it is a recognised retiree route.
The Philippines Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV), run by the Philippine Retirement Authority, offers indefinite residence based on a deposit or pension and is one of Asia's best-known retirement visas.
Income, deposit and age requirements are set by each government and change over time - treat any figure as indicative and confirm it on the official page before you plan.
Full guides for each route
Each link takes you to the complete visa guide — eligibility, step-by-step pathway, fees, processing time, and FAQs.
ER Retirement Visa (E-class retirement sub-class)· Kingdom of Cambodia
For you if you are retired and aged 55 or over: the ER is the E-class retirement sub-class that lets you live in Cambodia long term by renewing the visa - though it does not lead to permanent residence.
No sponsorship needed · Extensions are typically issued in periods such as 6 or 12 months and renewed to stay long term; there is no permanent-residence status to reach.
Residence Permit on Assured Income· Republic of Fiji
For retirees and people with steady passive income aged 45 and over: this lets you live in Fiji on assured income from outside the country, without taking a Fiji job.
No sponsorship needed · Granted as a renewable residence permit while the assured income and deposit conditions continue. Confirm current validity on the official page.
Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV)· Republic of the Philippines
Special resident visa for retirees, administered by the Philippine Retirement Authority, offering indefinite multiple-entry stay.
No sponsorship needed · Indefinite stay with multiple-entry privileges while the qualifying deposit and conditions are maintained.
Source basis
This comparison is based on the official government portals and primary route sources for the visas named on this page. Open each full guide for eligibility, fees, processing time and action links.
Reviewed
Primary sources
- General Department of Immigration
General Department of Immigration (Ministry of Interior, Cambodia) - verified
- Ministry of Immigration
Ministry of Immigration (Fiji) - verified
- Bureau of Immigration
Bureau of Immigration (Philippines) - verified
- General Department of Immigration - public services
General Department of Immigration, Ministry of Interior (Cambodia) - verified
- Residence on Assured Income Permit Application - Ministry of Immigration
Ministry of Immigration (Fiji) - verified
- Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV) - Philippine Retirement Authority
Philippine Retirement Authority (Philippines) - verified
Frequently asked questions
Which Asia-Pacific country is easiest to retire in?+
Cambodia is often cited as the simplest, thanks to its renewable ER visa for over-55s, while Fiji and the Philippines offer more structured retiree routes (assured income and the SRRV). The best fit depends on your income, healthcare needs, and how long you plan to stay - check each official page.
Do these retirement visas lead to citizenship?+
Generally not directly. Cambodia has no permanent-residence pathway; Fiji is reforming its citizenship rules (with permanent residence becoming a stepping-stone); the Philippines SRRV is indefinite residence, not citizenship. Confirm the current rules with each authority.
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