Title
Special Investors Resident Visas for Aliens
Law
Presidential Decree No. 1623
Decision Date
May 17, 1979
Presidential Decree No. 1623 authorizes the issuance of Special Investors Resident Visas to foreign investors who invest in economically depressed areas in the Philippines, allowing them and their families to reside in the country while the investment is active, with the condition that the visa may be revoked if the investment is withdrawn or transferred without prior approval.
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Visa Issuance to Family Members

  • The Special Investors Resident Visa extends to the spouse and unmarried children of the principal applicant.
  • Family members must accompany or follow to join the principal applicant after his admission into the Philippines.

Rights and Conditions of Visa Holders

  • Visa holders are entitled to reside in the Philippines for the duration that the investment subsists.
  • Withdrawal or transfer of the investment to other areas requires prior approval from the Office of the President.
  • Violation of investment conditions may result in revocation of the Special Investors Resident Visa.

Supersession of Inconsistent Laws

  • Any existing laws or provisions conflicting with this decree are deemed modified, amended, or repealed accordingly.

Policy Objectives

  • The decree aims to promote tourism and attract foreign investments, particularly in economically depressed areas.
  • It addresses barriers in immigration policies that hinder alien investors.
  • Encourages infusion of foreign exchange, real estate development, employment generation, and income opportunities.
  • Selective relaxation of immigration rules is employed to stimulate economic growth and meet the demands of the populace for basic essentials.

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