Imagine this scene. Imagine the scene. You’re tapping on your keyboard to work on your latest project, or rearranging expenses. You’re not staring down at fluorescent lights and cubicles. Instead, you are peering through your screen at the sparkling oceans and talcum powder. white-sand beaches.
Following the announcement, remote employees can now experience a typical workday just like this. the Philippines Launching a new digital nomad visa.
On April 28th, 2025 the Philippines President Bongbong Marcos officially confirmed the creation of the new Visa in the Philippines. government statement. He said that to boost tourism and the economy of the Philippines, it is necessary to create a legal framework for foreigners who wish to work remotely from the Philippines.
After the recent signing Executive Order No.86 The Department of Foreign Affairs, under the direction of President Marcos can now grant digital nomad visas for non-immigrants who want to work and live in the country up to a period of one full year.
To work in such a beautiful place, there are a few requirements. Candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Minimum age of 18 years
- You must be able to prove that you have remote work done using digital technology
- You must have proof of income from outside the Philippines
- You have no criminal history
- You must have health insurance that is valid for the entire duration of your digital nomad visa
The new executive orders also state that applicants must not be employed in the Philippines or by the Philippines, nor can they pose a security threat.
