Key Points
- The Philippines will require denied visa applicants to submit a new application and indicate the reason for their original denial within the form
Overview
The Philippines government will no longer allow for visa reconsideration to be submitted after a visa denial for both immigrant and non-immigrant visas has been made. This does not include Philippine Economic Zone Authority Visas.
Denied applicants will now need to submit a new application that addresses the reason for the denial and pay an additional fee. Processing times will also be longer.
If a renewal application is denied after the original visa expires, applicants must return to 9(a) status before reapplying.
Looking Ahead
Continue to check the government of the Philippines’ website for the latest updates and information.
Written by: Jessie Butchley, Global Immigration Writer, Envoy Global
Source: Government of the Philippines
