Get Your Philippine SRRV Retirement VISA Without Paying Agency Fees !!! See Description!!!
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- For Help Doing Your SRRV Retirement VISA contact Mary Rose Baranda at: info@vaningenmanagement.com and Steven Johnson to do your Apostilles on Documents at: Steven5975@yahoo.com if you wish to use us for a ride on the day you do the SRRV we charge $70-90 depending on where we pick you up. On average it's $70 in most cases. Contact Steve for the ride.
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Maryrose and Thelma assisted me with the SRRV. They gave me step by step instructions that I followed. Easy Peasy 4 months from start to finish.
Ditto.
Steve this is some of the best information you give out yet there are still people that are happy to shell out $400-$500 for an agency 🤔
Thanks for all you do Steve! You helped me so much along with Mary Rose and Thelma. The whole process went smoothly along with getting my bank account and driver's license as a bonus. I'm now living in Cebu enjoying my retirement life.
Glad it helped you
I landed in PI in Sept, had my SRRV before November. I used Maryrose and Thelma. Great ladies, very helpful and Bel was incredibly helpful with the drivers license.
Mary Rose and Thelma were amazing. I would recommend them 100%
You doing a great Service!
I used Mary Rose for my SRRV in 2021 and she was awesome. Thelma (her assistant) was also a great help.
Same! So smooth, from US to Philippines. Renewal smooth as well.
I used her in 2022 and was very pleased with her services
@@randallforrest7683what is entailed with the renewal process
@@randallforrest7683 I just got my SRRV card renewed for two years. Didn't need an appointment and it took about 30 minutes. Cost 20 US dollars. Came back in an hour and they handed me my new card. Awesome.
Yep I used Mary Rose and Thelma, amazing in helping me get my SRRV.
Good advice thank you
Thanks for the info-very informative
Glad it was helpful!
I will be contacting you soon. I will need this visa when I retire in the Philippines. Thanks for the service.
Thanks for the great information, Steven! Your advice helps me to plan ahead for my relocation in Bohol. I will drop an email to Mary Rose.
Glad it was helpful!
Hey Steven……. Thank you for what you do!…….I’m a retired E-7 US Army w/ pension and I’ll be in Phills early April but plan on doing SRRV Expanded courtesy. I already E-Mailed Mary Rose and will contact her when I arrive in Manila.
I'll be flying into cebu in feb and hope to start the process. 50% disabled vet
Each time I watch an SRRV Expanded Courtesy visa CZcams, I pick up a few additional pieces of information. Yours was very, very good and I appreciate your good works! The cost of the apostille, while I am still in the US, is $15 per document. One service wanted to outsource and charge me $225 per document. I will do this part myself and save $630 [$225-$25=$210x3=$630].
Glad it was helpful!
Due to your channel and the great assistance you provide, I was able to avail Mary Rose and Thelma and the process was 100% seamless. I had by app approved in less than 30 days.
Everything you mentioned was spot on…hope you continue to do the great work you do helping all vets…Thank you for all you do…..you are not just another CZcams channel!…👍👍
I have lived in the Philippines for 12 years...I keep renewing my tourist visa. I have tried 3 times to apply for the 13 A permanent resident visa. The covid screwed up the first one. My wife and I have lost our patience... I am fairly certain I qualify for the SSRV. I am medically retired from the US Navy. But, I really need think I need some help..
I’m 6years Active Duty USAF and also married a Filipina in the Philippines 4 years ago. I’m not retired yet but want to semi-retire asap. I usually stay in PHL 2months sometimes 4months . I don’t think I spend much money at the BI when I extend my travel visa and I will bring my wife to Japan and the BI said that I will get a Balakbayan Visa when I return from Japan with my wife.
Anyway thanks for the advice
Tks for all info. Is it the same thing for the canadian military ?
Thanks Steve for the refresher on the srrv. Any updates on the housing prices and apartment hunting? I haven’t seen any new videos lately about availability and pricing up north, everything seems like in CEBU, DUMAGETTE, DAVAO. Thanks
Anything dealing with SRRV visa will be Cheaper in Manila and faster as only the Main DFA office here issues the Visa's and the ACRI cards.
Happy Veterans Day.
You also
@@MrSteven5975 I'm not a veteran. But I just respect them. My friends were in the service.
Steve, I did not use your taxi service because I knew you were hurting. We took a bus to the PITX transfer station, then a 200 peso metered taxi, we used grab to go around with Thelma. It worked out fine. The buses are pretty comfortable and just remembered to insist on the meter when taking the short taxi ride.
Hello Steve. I watch everyone of your videos. Im landing in Cebu on Nov 16th 2023. Ive got all your contact info. Im rail road conductor. (thanks)🌞
great info, 23 months to go before I can apply for the SRRV Mil Courtesy Visa. I've already been living in PI on a tourist visa/renewals since JUL 22, it won't break my heart to stop going to BI Offices. On another subject I did my first exit clearance last month and it was kind of a pain in the butt because they wanted me to start it only a week out from departure then return a couple days before leaving, wish BI (Makati office) allowed you to start the process earlier. When I went through immigration at the airport they did not even ask for the exit clearance, I guess its a hit or miss from the agents. But back to SRRV, I will definitely reach out as I get closer to being eligible for SRRV. Thanks for the info, keep up the good work.
@Chris-Yi-Yang it's at Ayala Circuit Mall 5th floor above movie theatre. I've been going there for over a year. If you are doing 2 month extensions with express service it's usually only a 15 minute wait or less
As far as cost, Express Service, no matter what type of transaction usually cost an additional 1000 Pesos (18 USD). To me its worth it since I do not have to make a return visit 3 working days later to pick up the visa, and I do not want to leave my passport while they process. I have never been able to do a 6 month Visa although I have heard it is possible at other BoI Offices. The price before adding the 1000 for Express Services vary, but they ranged from 1830-6628 Pesos for a 2 month extension. The 6628 Pesos transaction was my first ACR card, that they make you get on the 2nd extension. Sometimes the amount varies a little because of the fee coding, but it made since later after going through my exit clearance leaving the country; all the codes/fees are itemized. As far as the 29 day extension online the total cost was 3030 Pesos (Express Service is the only option for e-Service.) I do not know how much the 2 month extension is but I can follow up in about 6 weeks when I request my next 2 month extension. Note, I also saw the 6 month extension on the e-Service site....(@Chris-Yi-Yang
Being able to use the $10k Deposit towards a Condo seems like a good deal.
I’ll be moving to the PI next June, and I’ll be starting my 13-A process (getting married in January, in Q.C.), as soon as I get there. I’ll see if I can get in touch with MaryRose while I’m there, in January.
Thanks, Steve 👍 Hope you’re feeling better? 🙏
She only does SRRV VISAs
@@MrSteven5975 that’s okay, Steve. I’m sure she’s plenty busy. As you are, too.
I talked to my (future) Father-in-Law, and he suggested I see the same Immigration Attorney that his other Foreign (U.S.) Son-in-Law is using for his 13-A.
Great to see more dedicate expat social work. I've run an offshore software team in Manila for 20 years so I know TOO MUCH. Like most guys we swap advice with the newbies we meet at the super market or the mall or when I walk by the bar (where I live there is a bar halfway to the supermarket -- I say, "Hi" but not my thing). I know where you live but you should give out your city :-)
I have watched many of your vlogs in the past, but the law seems to change all the time in the Philippines 🇵🇭
Still no fees if you use the lady I recommend
I’m a US Veteran and a Balikbayan. I have a choice to be Dual Citizenship. I Do Not like how Philippine Citizens are treated. So Dual Citizenship is out the door. SRRV sound good but would it really benefit me? What advantages between SRRV and Balikbayan? Please do a video on it….
Those $20,000 deposit, is what's making me rethink this type of visa, it's certainly a good chunk to have saved over there, and not be able to use it, until you return from where you are coming from!!
It's not 20k for a Vet.
Worked out for you.?
$20k isn't much at all. It's there for your own good and to show immigration you can support yourself.
It costs annually too.
Believe the 20k can be invested in house and used
Hello Steve! GREAT information, thank you for your military service, and Philippine information service as well. I am an honorably discharged US military veteran (non-retired and enlisted) over 50. I believe I am geared for the ex-military SRRV, but have questions pertaining to the US background check. Is it true, that it must be absolutely clear? What if one had a few gross misdemeanors with zero felonies? I have read but not substantiated, that if you reside in the Philippines for over 6 months, the US background check is not required?? Any information you have on this is greatly appreciated, sir.
Contact Mary Rose for the answer: mariarose.baranda@gmail.com
Thanks! The $10k deposit is confusing. It can be used for a condo purhase, or for a long-term lease, but beyond that? Stick it in a Philippine bank? Can it be used to buy stock either on the Philippine stock market or otherwise?
Hi love the channel great Info, I was wondering did you ever live in bohol? I was wondering do you need to live in a gated community in pangalo area in your opinion
Hi Tony, my spouse and family is from Panglao. I plan to move there asap, but it might still take a few years, depending on the circumstances in Switzerland. Bohol is probably one of the most peaceful provinces in the PH. I don't see a need for a gated community to live in Bohol. I will live on my property in Panglao as do many other residents from overseas. If you have any questions, just drop me a message.
@@UrsBolt Thank you for taking the time to reply to my question, I just wanted to hear it from an expats perspective and it's great to hear, hope things work out for you Switzerland sooner rather than later, thanks again
Hello! Thanks for the videos and helping out, especially the vets. Wife and I (I'm retired military) have been considering PI as a backup retirement location; currently retired in Korea. So we have a few questions.
1. So we fly into Manila (probably during winter months) and it takes a day to do all the necessary appointments?
2. Do we get the apostilles when we are there or bring them beforehand?
3. After you submit all the paperwork do we have to stay in PI until the SRRV is approved (4-8 weeks) or can we leave and have the visas sent to us back in Korea? Or can we leave and come back once approved?
We are initially looking at PI for two months for so to get away from the brutal winters in Korea. And if for some reason we decide to leave Korea having the SRRV would make sense.
Appreciate the videos. I do videos for vets that want to retire in Korea (if they have a Korean spouse) and have helped out a number of people like you. Thanks
Email me at steven5975@yahoo.com and ask for my phone number in the U.S.
I'm working on getting everything together for the SRRV Classic. #4 on the rquirements states I need a police clearance, and a NBI (FBI) clearance. I live in Wisconsin, my city police say they don't do clearances. I did get the FBI clearance. Do I still need to get the police clearance and If I do any suggestions on how to do that?
I am prior military and married to a filipina, moving back their next year, Would you recommend the srrv or 13a visa?
Thanks for speedy reply. One more question: When you say Military Courtesy Service, does that apply to any US Military Person who served in the Armed Forces or just to retired servicemen? I served in the Vietnam War for 2 years honorable discharge. Thanks
Any serviceman
Thanks a bunch..i was quoted legal firm manila 100usa just for a link up on line.
Im from Ireland and have built a small home there.
Im still working in ireland and actually back Philippines in 3weeks.
I plan to retire next year.
I certainly like to meet up and bring on board.Mary loo. Kind regards rob
Mary rose😂
on a 4 year plan...what can i do now??? of course i will visit many times.i just want options,instead "i wish i coulda shoulda!!!
Hi Steve , Do you have to have a Covid vaccinations for applying for Philippines SSRV from the phil, or USA. ? Thank you Steve. Have a great wonderful day.
No
Is there any way to start this early? I'm 36 on VA disability (should be full 100% within a year)
Are there other programs for veterans besides the retirement?
I was told I need DBS a letter from the Dr and show bank statements for one year I have three condos out there can you tell me if the DBS wish is to show I have no criminal records I have records of my condos that I purchase a letter from my Dr to say I am healthy but how do I apostle my bank statements or do I just show them
Hey, Steve! Great video with loads of helpful information. Thank you!
I have a question if you have time: Do you know how the BOI feels about US veterans who have an “Entry Level Separation” with less than two years’ service rather than a discharge?
I was injured while I was still in training. Unfortunately, they don’t tell you before you enlist that - until you hit 180 days of service - you can be “separated” from the military without an official discharge, VA benefits, etc., for any reason … including something that’s their fault, like what happened to me. (I broke my back while on duty, in uniform, and NOT violating any rules or regulations.)
If my injury had happened after 180 days, I’d have an Honorable Discharge and a disability pension. Since it didn’t, all I have is a DD-214 and a limp. Since I physically could not complete two years of service, do you think BOI has any kind of waiver?
Any information, insight, or resources would be appreciated!
No waivers unfortunately
@@MrSteven5975 - Thanks for your reply. I was afraid that was the case. The Air Force used this loophole to deny me medical treatment, GI Bill, VA benefits, everything, I guess because they knew they’d be paying for the next 50-60 years. I never understood why they cared, since a) I earned it, and b) it was taxpayers’ money, not theirs. All that to say, I’m not surprised that there’s something else that excludes my situation.
On a more positive note, your channel is a breath of fresh air compared to the many “American Expat in Southeast Asia” channels that are on CZcams promoting easy s*x and cheap booze. (Or, is it the other way around? 😂)
I’m a married, Christian man who’s simply exploring options for where I might go to be cared for *IF* I outlive my wife (which is unlikely). I’m too old to go out getting drunk every night and too tired to chase girls who are young enough to be my daughter. So those channels really don’t appeal to me. They often have a nugget of useful informtion here and there, which is the only reason to watch them.
Your content, delivery, and demeanor - on the other hand - are all top notch. Thanks, again, for the reply!
Hi Steve, I am from uk 🇬🇧. I am married to a Filipino, and have been married since 2012, we are looking at early retirement from the uk..I served 15 years in the British Army, I have all my military documents and plan to retire in iloilo by November 2025..am am now 62 years of age, do you think I would qualify for the visa ,
Regards Tim from UK 🇬🇧
How do you use your dd214 for veteran?
Money and DD214, what else do I need to bring to Philippines?
They need more long term visa options for us young guys
Coming soon
Sorry to ask you this again but I lost the e mail for contacting Mary Ross. But now I'm ready I'm just waiting on the final sell on my house. I willing really appreciate.
info@vaningenmanagement.com
Steve if I was going to live some where else. Like outside of Cebu. Would I need to stay in Manila. So Mary Rose could help me and you. Are how would that work. I so confused about all this. I been told so much. And it would be awhile before I could head that way. I take care of my mom. She is 98 going on 99 soon. And got dementia.So I can get a police background done there. And get the pics also right. I don’t know where this description is on my phone. And also I am going 68. I was told at a certain age you don’t need a background done. Thank for your answer. Can’t wait to hear from you. I am just a old dog my friend
Steven5975@yahoo.com
I used JRC and wish i had known this before i paid all this money
Just had my Visa Deposit of $1,500 plus fees transferred from my bank in the states to PNB here in Manila
License info: ❤
I went to LTO in Alamanza and they told me i have to go the main LTO office in Quezon City
Correct
thank you it needs repeating and explaining
sounds like a good idea. I live in Davao......is there a place here that I can go?
Contact me at Steven5975@yahoo.com
I’m retired military and my girlfriend in Philippines. How can we get married in Philippines. I’m American citizen and have my passport
Great video Steve, it’s so funny that Philippines always wants a physical for everything, which in my opinion is just a way to collect money :)
Does Mary Rose assist in helping 13a visas?
Only SRRV Visas
It definitely sounds like SRRV is a good deal for US veterans. I’m not so sure it’s that good deal for someone that isn’t a veteran. I used to work on military projects for a US contractor, but not as an enlisted man.
what a good Philippine bank if your canadian
BDO is fine
because your a vet you can get a SRRV . Now when you say Veteran, dose that mean anyone that was in the Military . I was only in for 9 1/2 years, I did not have a 20 year retirement . I do have a state 25 year pension and SS .
You can get it
Thank you for your reply sir, I appreciate it,@@MrSteven5975
Yeah but what if you have a breaking and entering charge from 32 years ago can you still get an srrv
Unlikely but possible
Thanks, do you have a favorite charity?
The Orphanage near my home
@@MrSteven5975 l am planning to use Mary Rose and the van service and will gladly give to the orphanage in your name. I'm ready for a change.
@@banjammy4116 contact me at steven5975@yahoo.com and ask for my number
Hello Steve
I hope you and the family are well, I have paid £100,000 for our new built house in Pangasinan.
The question is can I use that for my deposit?
Cheers.
No
Wife is a dual citizen of PI and USA. I am service connected veteran and retired from the us government. Is there a visa available without paying the 1400 or is there one paying less since I am married to a dual citizen? Thanks
SRRV is excellent
Does anyone know if my wife would be charged the military rate like I will be? She has a military id but did not serve in the service. Any input would be great as we are looking to make this move by Feb 2025. We need to get started on the process. Thanks for any input.
You put your wife on yours and you pay a small fee. Talk to Mary Rose
Hi I am over 50 I don’t have a bank account there but I do have a home in the philpines over 50 thousand dollars I am not getting a pension because I am not old enough to receive one , is it possible to still be able to get a srrv classic ?
If you put up $20,000 you can. But it’s gotta be cash
For classic SRRV, is $1400 one time and $360 every year as long as you keep the visa? What happens to the $20.000 deposit do you get it back once the Visa is approved?
You get it back when you die or leave
Is it easier to apply for the extended courtesy SRRV while in the Philippines? If so, what are the benefits?
$10 per year
I saw that they might reduce the SSRV retirement age to below 50 any truth to it. I am a couple years short but want to get one. Retired military
I’m hearing they might consider it with more rules.
Steve, Facebook doesn’t like veterans? I haven’t heard that before. That would be a reason to get off Facebook.
Facebook only likes you for any of your information they can sell. They hate anyone who's proud of America or swore an oath to defend the constitution.
Do I need birth certificate applying for SRRV Visa?
No
Hello I'm a new subscribers here wanna ask where we can meet you in person my fiancée is traveling here ist week of the month. Thank you Waiting for the reply😊
Email me for my phone number at 978-332-7741
@MrSteven5975 Thank you for the reply appreciated much.
I have a question.My name on the DD214 is a shorter version of what is on my Birth Certificate.Will that be a problem?
Possibly
Steve, thank you so much for Sharing your wisdom and insight. And for your willingness to help others. I have a question. If it’s 20,000 for myself it would be another US$20,000 for my wife that will be US$40,000? Then I’ll need about 10,000 to get started? what I’m thinking if that is so I will need approximately US$50,000 to get settled in before I start my monthly budget?
You gotta ask Mary Rose that question because it depends on
Does the veteran visa apply to any veteran? Just those with a military retirement or social security?
All Veterans over two years served with honorable
Nice to meet you by the way. Ex Navy nuke here.
Is Mary Rose in Manila, Cebu or Delaguete?
Makati
Do we need our bank statements Appostled I was told we need a year of statement
Whatever Mary Rose tells you. Each person is different.
Where is your Location? Because will Start in Angeles.
Since he mentions Sacred Heart Medical for the medical exam and since he'll pick you up and bring you there, I think it's the one in/near Manila.
Good afternoon..May i know how to contact Mary Rose?thank you
mariarose.baranda@gmail.com
@@MrSteven5975 Thank you for your response.God bless.
Can this work from Bohol? I am ready to do this.
Contact Mary Rose and she can answer you
Do you have to be 50 to get this process started? Or can you start at 49 and how about the spouse of the veteran? What type of visa should I get as the spouse of the veteran??
It’s 50 and up
The spouse can get it also. If you guys need assistance email me for assistance at Steven5975@yahoo.com
@@MrSteven5975 - Thank you, I’ll reach out to you when we get closer. We are 48, so have couple more years to go.
@@passion4life986 save my email
I was in the military for 20 years. Would that make any difference in the fees?
Yes it’s about $3000 total all in
@@MrSteven5975 Ok. What I actually meant was whether someone who retired from the military would pay less than someone who only served two years. Apparently the answer to that is no.
im a veteran ,,but i only get 1400 a month,,,, can i still get a SRRV ?
Yes
I have to have a bank account there for the srrv?
Yes
Steven I'm 47 and get Army retirement and SSI Disability. Will I qualify because its saying age 50.
Yes but you lose SSI
I will lose my social security disability if I become a dual citizen in the Philippines but travel back and forward to the United States?
So when I come I bring with me my police report from canada then it is your job ?
Can my son wire me my money that I need to deposit to my bank account ?
How much I should deposit if my pension is $1000 US ?
Email me for my phone number at steven5975@yahoo.com
@@MrSteven5975 will do soon I am ready. Thank you
Hi Steve, do you know how can I contact Mary Rose?
mariarose.baranda@gmail.com
Hi Steve I also sent you an email. Thank you so much.
I’ll check my email tomorrow
@@MrSteven5975 Thank you Steve 😊
Hello Dear Steven. I would like to make a contact number with you to start SRRV classic. Planning to arrive to Manilal and then Cebu in April 2024 for a month or possibly extended for a month and return to U.S. due to taking care of some business.
Email me for my phone at 978-332-7741
They have to keep your physical passport not a copy of it?
They paste the visa into your passport. Some countries are faster than others.
@@donaldtork5846 I can’t trust no one with my passport in country maybe in AMerica and send to a consulate I can only lol!!!
Steve what is a Postel
Appostille
@@MrSteven5975 Appostille. Is that like a notary public?. Are what is it. Thank you my friend
Anybody post or see or find Mary Rose or Thelmas email ?? it's a secret I think. All these comments and NO Thelma & Rose email posts? lol
Nope, can't find the secret email?
info@vaningenmanagement.com
Sorry i dont know if you already adressed this. The $10k or $20k you must deposit... os it earningany intrest of is it just dead money?
It earns interest
Does Philippines honour Law Enforcement similar to veterans for this?
Nooo
No
Hello Steven. Could you please check your email please. I had emailed you earlier about some questions concerning the SRRV. Thank you for all the informative videos you create🤙
Got it! Will do my email today and tomorrow
Hey Steven, I tried sending you an email but it bounced back; do you have an updated email?
Steven5975@yahoo.com
Good morning may I askfor the email for the information
Steven5975@yahoo.com