The Philippines: Immigration System to be Modernized

Key Points  

  • The Philippines continues to push forward plans to modernize its immigration system in the coming year 

Overview  

The Philippines government continues to push forward plans to modernize its immigration system in the coming year. The new system aims to update visa types and penalties and ensure that income requirements continue to be updated for foreign national employees. The government will also seek ways to introduce new technology and tools into the system to ensure faster and more efficient processing times.  

Looking Ahead  

Continue to check the government of the Philippines’s website and Envoy’s website for the latest updates and information.  


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