Tag: Retirement & Pensions

What retirees should check on healthcare, housing, transport, and family care before settling into MM2H retirement life in Malaysia.

Vietnam has proposed a golden visa alongside investor, talent and digital-nomad routes for long-term residency — here is what has been proposed.

Bali cost of living 2026 beyond rent lists: retirement visa rules (age 55, US$3,000 a month), 12-month prepaid leases, insurance age caps, 183-day tax.

SRRV dependent children must be unmarried and under 21 at filing. PRA exempts holders from a student visa; a 3rd dependent adds US$15,000 to the deposit.

Yes, the Philippines SRRV age 40 minimum began in 2025. Applicants 40–49 pay higher Classic deposits than those 50 and older — figures and who it suits.

A side-by-side SRRV comparison with SIRV, Thailand Privilege, and MM2H: age limits, refundable deposits vs. non-refundable fees, and residency rules.

What happens after SRRV approval: the SRRV annual fee, PRA ID renewal, passport re-stamping, and deposit rules, based on official PRA sources.

Philippines SRRV deposit refund: official cancellation is 18-29 working days plus about 5 more; applicants report a median of about 5 months.

The Philippines SRRV processing time is 30–45 working days once documents are complete; applicants report a median of 42 days, with fees from US$1,500.

How Japan's National Pension and Employees' Pension apply to foreign residents: contribution amounts, payout calculations, refunds and how to apply.