Next Steps

• 1Apply for the appropriate visa at the Philippine Embassy or Consulate in your country, or at the Bureau of Immigration in the Philippines.
• 2Secure an Alien Employment Permit (AEP) if moving for work, and have your employer apply for it at the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE).
• 3Find and secure housing, either by renting or purchasing property, and ensure it meets local regulations and your needs.
• 4Register with the local authorities, obtain necessary documents such as the Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR), and integrate into the community by learning the local language and customs.