9(g) Pre-Arranged Employment Visa (Work Visa)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 2-3 months (including AEP)
- Fee
- ₱10,000-₱20,000 PHP (approx. $175-$350 USD for first-time)
- Validity
- 1-3 years, renewable
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Foreign nationals engaging in lawful occupation with compensation and having bona fide employer-employee relationship. Requires Alien Employment Permit (AEP) from DOLE before visa application. Provisional Work Permit (PWP) available after 2 weeks for immediate work while 9(g) processes.
Eligibility
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Employment
Must have pre-arranged employment with Philippine employer and bona fide employer-employee relationship
Required status: Pre-arranged employment with Philippine employer
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Recent passport-size photos
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: Yes
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Validity months: 90
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Cover letter
Explain the purpose of travel, travel dates, who will pay, and why you will leave before the visa or permission expires.
How to apply
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Document gathering
Philippine employer initiates process. Prepares joint letter, employment contract, company documents, and submits to DOLE for AEP.
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Processing wait
Obtain Alien Employment Permit (AEP) from DOLE. Processing: 2-3 weeks. Optional: Apply for Provisional Work Permit (PWP) after 2 weeks for immediate work.
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Document submission
Submit all required documents including approved AEP, employment contract, company SEC registration, Mayor's permit, and employer's tax returns.
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Fee payment
Pay visa fees. First-time: ₱10,000-₱20,000 PHP (approx. $175-$350 USD) including government fees, ACR I-Card, and processing fees. Renewal: ₱8,000-₱15,000 PHP.
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Visa collection
Wait 2-3 months total for complete processing (including AEP). Whole visa processing takes 2-3 months depending on document completeness and BI workload.