Philippines

Best arrival window: January, in the dry season before typhoon risk returns. Nomads concentrate in Manila (BGC, Makati), Cebu City (Lahug, IT Park) and Davao; retirees lean toward Cebu, Dumaguete and Baguio. Tourist visas extend to 36 months at the Bureau of Immigration; the SRRV gives lifetime residency for over-50s; and the 2024 Digital Nomad Visa allows 1-year stays for those earning ≥ $1,500/month.