Studying in the Philippines: Student Visa and Special Study Permit (SSP)
The two immigration routes for foreign students — Student Visa and Special Study Permit — what to ask the school before enrolling, and the typical application elements.
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The two immigration routes for foreign students — Student Visa and Special Study Permit — what to ask the school before enrolling, and the typical application elements.
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Two different routes Foreign students may need a Student Visa or a Special Study Permit (SSP), depending on age, course, institution and eligibility. A visitor status is not automatically permission to enrol in every type of study. Which one applies BI says an SSP may be available to foreign…
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- v1CurrentPublishedAug 10, 2026
Initial draft from official sources.
ATby Archipelago TeamEN: Original onlyES: Reviewed translation