Yes, under the Philippine Immigration Act of 1940, Section 13 (a) you are eligible for permanent residency in the Philippines. This visa is issued to an alien on the basis of his valid marriage to a Philippine citizen. He was allowed entry into the Philippines and was authorized by Immigration authorities to stay.
Can you bring a spouse on a work visa?
Usually, when an individual applies for a work visa to the U.S., they can bring their spouse and dependent children along with them. The spouse can accompany the individual during the validity of the work visa. The children can go to school but the spouse generally cannot work.
Can a foreign spouse of a Filipino citizen enter the Philippines?
BI Commissioner Jaime Morente stated, “Foreign spouses of Filipinos must now secure entry visas from our Consulates abroad before traveling to the Philippines. Otherwise, they will be denied entry by our immigration officers and sent back to their ports of origin.“
Can a permanent resident visa be issued in the Philippines?
Yes, under the Philippine Immigration Act of 1940, Section 13 (a) you are eligible for permanent residency in the Philippines. This visa is issued to an alien on the basis of his valid marriage to a Philippine citizen. He contracted a valid marriage with a Philippine citizen. The marriage is recognized as valid under existing Philippine laws.
How to apply for an US work visa for your spouse?
Due to a recent change in the law, your spouse may seek employment authorization. Your spouse must enter the United States on his/her own L-2 visa and then submit a completed Form I-765 (obtainable from USCIS), along with an application fee. Your children are not authorized to work in the United States.
How to apply for a work visa in the Philippines?
All applicants for H, L, O, P and Q visas must have a petition approved on their behalf by USCIS. The petition, Form I-129, must be approved before you can apply for a work visa at the Embassy. When your petition is approved, your employer or agent will receive a Notice of Action, Form I-797, which serves as your petition’s approval notification.
