Spousal Visa (MCL for Chinese Nationals)
The MCL Spousal Visa is a special resident visa for Chinese nationals legally married to a Filipino citizen.
Long Term Residency
✓ Permanent residency status—valid across indefinite tenancy in the Philippines.
✓ Right to work in the Philippines
✓ Multiple-entry privileges, allowing free exit and re-entry over the visa validity period
Intial Period
✓ Granted a 1-year probationary permanent resident visa
Conversion
✓ Must apply for conversion to permanent resident status at least one (1) month
before the probationary visa expires
Renewal
✓ Once converted, the permanent resident visa is valid for 5 years
and must be renewed every 5 years
Documentary Requirements
✔️ Joint letter request from the Filipino spouse addressed to the Immigration Commissioner
✔️ Original or authenticated marriage certificate (PSA-issued; if married overseas, authenticated
by Philippine embassy/consulate)
✔️ Birth certificate of the Filipino spouse (PSA issued) and of dependent children, if applicable
✔️ Bureau of Immigration (BI) clearance certificate
Overall, the MCL Spousal Visa provides a clear pathway for Chinese spouses to live with their Filipino partners and secure permanent residency in the Philippines.
You can start your application here!
Just few more steps
towards your application process!
Instructions:
1. Click the button below. It will open
your default email app.
2. Do not change the subject line
which is "Start your MCL Spousal Visa
(for Chinese Nationals) Application – Married
to a Filipino Citizen"
3. Afterwards, press "Get Started" without any
message in the body.
4. Expect a response from us shortly
for the next steps.
Disclaimer:The information displayed above is provided for general information purposes only and are kept updated to the best of our ability. Information including the costs and requirements are subject to change from the Philippine government without prior notice. Additional requirements may be required upon evaluation of your documents.