Inside the Philippines: BI Intelligence Operations Target Visa Violators
WHAT: The dangerous misconception that foreigners living quietly in the provinces are safe from Bureau of Immigration (BI) enforcement as long as they avoid major airports. WHERE: Nationwide, with recent high-profile operations concentrated in expat-heavy areas like Siargao, Bohol, Cebu, and Angeles City. THE REALITY: The BI is actively conducting “intelligence-driven operations” inside the country, […]
SRRV Holders: Do You Need to Top Up Your Deposit Under the New Rules?
WHAT: Confusion and anxiety among current SRRV holders about whether the new 2025/2026 PRA restructuring requires them to top up their bank deposits or reapply under the new, higher tiers. WHERE: Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) offices and Bureau of Immigration (BI) offices nationwide. THE REALITY: Current SRRV holders are generally “grandfathered” in. You do not […]