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9(G) Pre-Arranged Employment Visa

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Source check: all 5 official citations reconfirmed 13 September 2026

The main employer-sponsored work visa for foreign nationals taking up pre-arranged employment in the Philippines.

Requires sponsorshipDoes not lead to permanent residencyGranted in line with the employment contract, commonly for periods of one to three years and renewable.
Processing time
Indicative only - confirm current timelines on the official portal.
Government fees
Indicative only - government fees apply; confirm current amounts on the official page.
Typical duration
Granted in line with the employment contract, commonly for periods of one to three years and renewable.
Sponsorship required
Yes
Leads to permanent residency
No
Reviewed Bureau of Immigration (Philippines) ↗

In short

As of 9 July 2026, the 9(G) Pre-Arranged Employment Visa for Republic of the Philippines is a sponsor-led Philippines immigration route. Sources: official Republic of the Philippines government pages, reviewed 9 July 2026.

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What is the 9(G) Pre-Arranged Employment Visa in Republic of the Philippines?

9(G) Pre-Arranged Employment Visa is a sponsor-led Philippines route. Indicative government fees are Indicative only - government fees apply; confirm current amounts on the official page; indicative processing time is Indicative only - confirm current timelines on the official portal; typical duration is Granted in line with the employment contract, commonly for periods of one to three years and renewable. This route does not lead to permanent residence.

Verified against Bureau of Immigration (Philippines) on 1 June 2026.

Overview

The 9(G) Pre-Arranged Employment Visa is the principal route for foreign nationals employed by a Philippine company. It is sponsored by the employer and is normally preceded by an Alien Employment Permit (AEP) issued by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), which gates the right to work. The Bureau of Immigration then grants or converts the visa itself. It is a non-immigrant employment visa rather than a settlement route.

Eligibility

Typical criteria

Common blockers

Typical evidence

Application pathway

  1. Check the route fit

    Confirm the role and employer qualify and that an AEP will be obtained for the position.

  2. Build the evidence pack

    Secure the DOLE Alien Employment Permit and assemble the employment contract and employer documents.

  3. Submit through the official channel

    The employer petitions and the application is filed with the Bureau of Immigration for grant or conversion of the 9(G) visa.

  4. After approval

    Receive the visa implementation, take up employment and renew in line with the contract.

After approval: prepare for your next step

For 9(G) Pre-Arranged Employment Visa, use the actual decision and the issuing authority’s instructions to establish what has been granted. A successful application, permission to enter, permission to work and a residence document are not interchangeable.

  1. 1. Check the decision. Confirm the name, passport, status granted, start date and any next action. Resolve an error with the authority before relying on the document for travel or employment.
  2. 2. Establish the travel step. Read any entry window, activation, collection or in-country registration instruction. For an extension or change of status, do not assume leaving the country is required or safe while a further step remains pending.
  3. 3. Confirm what you may do. Agree the lawful start date and onboarding with the employer or sponsor. Check whether the permission names an employer, role or activity before changing the arrangement.
  4. 4. Organise the household. Check each accompanying person’s permission separately, then arrange healthcare, accommodation, access to money and the relevant local registrations. A tax number or bank account does not by itself prove a right to work.
  5. 5. Keep the ongoing conditions visible. Record the actual expiry, renewal process, permitted absences and any duty to report changes. An initial grant does not automatically establish permanent residence or citizenship.
Official 9(G) Pre-Arranged Employment Visa instructionsBuild my moving plan for this routeMoving to Philippines

Plan the practical side of your stay

Once you have checked the official route, you can prepare for day-to-day life in Philippines. These optional services are separate from the application and do not establish visa eligibility.

Official application links

Where to actually go next

Government links only

These are the official pages to use for this route. Open them before preparing documents: the forms, fees, appointment systems, and sponsor steps can change without warning.

  1. Official guidanceApplicant + sponsor
    Use official 9(G) Pre-Arranged Employment Visa route page ↗

    Use this official page to confirm requirements and follow the government filing route for 9(G) Pre-Arranged Employment Visa.

    Bureau of Immigration (Philippines) · verified

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a work permit as well as the 9(G) visa?+

Yes. The 9(G) visa is normally preceded by an Alien Employment Permit issued by DOLE, which authorises the employment, while the Bureau of Immigration grants the visa itself. Confirm the current sequence and requirements on the official Bureau of Immigration page.

Can I start working on a tourist visa while the 9(G) is processed?+

A temporary visitor (9A) status does not authorise employment. You should not work until the proper permit and visa are in place. Check the current rules and any provisional work authorisation on the official Bureau of Immigration page.

Do I need a job offer to apply for the Philippines 9(G) work visa?+

Yes. The 9(G) requires a genuine pre-arranged offer of employment from a Philippine company acting as petitioner, and having no employer petitioner or underlying job offer is a common blocker. Confirm the current requirements on the official Bureau of Immigration page.

Does the 9(G) work visa lead to permanent residence in the Philippines?+

No. The 9(G) is a non-immigrant employment visa rather than a settlement route, so it does not by itself lead to permanent residence. Confirm the current rules on the official Bureau of Immigration page.

How long is a Philippines 9(G) work visa valid, and can it be renewed?+

The 9(G) is granted in line with your employment contract, commonly for periods of one to three years, and it is renewable. Confirm the current grant and renewal terms on the official Bureau of Immigration page.

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How we verified this

We check every figure on this page against the primary government source, record the date it was last checked, and re-check it on a regular schedule. Rules change, so always confirm time-sensitive details with the official source before you rely on them. Visa Atlas is an information-only publication and does not give legal advice.

Primary source: Bureau of Immigration (Philippines)

Last checked: 1 June 2026

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