Key Points
- The government of the Philippines will conduct yearly reporting reviews of foreign nationals in the country from January 1, 2023, until March 1, 2023
Overview
The government of the Philippines will require all foreign nationals in the country to report to an approved Bureau of Immigration between January 1, 2023, and March 1, 2023. During this appointment, foreign nationals will need to provide proof of the following:
- A valid passport
- A registration identity card (ARC 1-card)
For additional information on document proof, check here. Foreign nationals who hold a Temporary Visitor Pass or a Tourist Visit pass are exempt from the requirement to report.
What are the Changes?
The government of the Philippines will conduct a yearly review of foreign nationals, including those with work and immigration authorization in the country. Foreign nationals must report in person and cannot send a representative. If a foreign national fails to report to the Bureau in time, fines and penalties will be applied.
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: Bureau of Immigration, Republic of the Philippines Department of Justice
