QuestionsQuestions (BOI MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. AFF-05-001)
SWP applies to non-resident aliens to be employed for less than six (6) months who are not performing artists or journalists. PPW applies to non-resident aliens intending to work for more than six (6) months but not more than one (1) year. The 9(g) working visa rules apply to all non-resident aliens intending to work as pre-arranged employees who comply with the requisites stated in Section 20(a) of the Philippine Immigration Act (PIA), as amended.
The maximum validity of an SWP is six (6) months.
Qualified applicants are granted an SWP for an initial validity of three (3) months, and if a longer period is intended, a final extension of another three (3) months.
Holders of an SWP who intend to work longer than six (6) months must apply for a PPW; non-holders of SWP who intend to work for more than six (6) months must likewise apply for a PPW. A PPW is valid for a maximum period of one (1) year.
No. An AEP shall not be required for the issuance of a PPW; proof of application for an AEP suffices.
They must secure a PPW if they commence employment while their 9(g) application is still pending.
At least: (a) duly accomplished and notarized general application form showing no derogatory record with the Bureau; (b) petition or application letter signed by the authorized representative of the petitioning company or entity; (c) a valid contract of employment; and (d) an AEP together with the documents submitted to DOLE for issuance.
The assigned Legal Officer evaluates and verifies the applications. Additional documents may be required if needed.
A One-Stop Processing Center under the Office of the Commissioner accepts and evaluates applications for a 9(g) working visa, with designated legal officers ensuring authenticity and conducting required verification.
Five (5) Legal Officers are designated. They ensure authenticity of supporting documents, conduct necessary verification, and then make recommendations to the Board of Commissioners (BOC), including preparing an agenda showing applicants and recommended action.
An approved 9(g) working visa is valid for three (3) years or co-terminus with the AEP issued by DOLE, whichever is shorter.
For conversion: principal fee is P2,500 multiplied by the number of years authorized in the AEP; dependent fee is P1,500 multiplied by the number of years authorized for the principal in the AEP.
For extension: principal fee is P1,500 multiplied by the number of years authorized in the AEP; dependent fee is P500 multiplied by the number of years authorized for the principal in the AEP.
It takes effect five (5) days after its publication in a newspaper of general circulation.
If employment is intended to be longer than six (6) months, the alien must apply for PPW—either by holders of SWP extending beyond six (6) months, or by non-holders of SWP who intend to work beyond six (6) months (but not more than one (1) year under the PPW coverage).
No. SWP rules apply to non-resident aliens who are not performing artists or journalists.