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ACR I-card as a tourist.

1.7K views 5 replies 3 participants last post by  M.C.A.  
#1 ·
Hi Forum Members,

I have returned from vacation after the cancellation of my 9(g) work visa and exit from the Philippines.

I'd just like some clarification from those with experience of the tourist ACR I-card.

I know that after I've been in the Philippines 59 days that I need to apply for the ACR, but there's a few things I've heard varying stories about.

In February, I plan to visit Singapore for 10 days.
Do I need to cancel the ACR before I go, and then start the 59 day ACR free again when I return as a "new" tourist, or do I continue to use the same ACR I-card until it expires? I assume that I continue to use the same ACR and will be given 59 days visa free again, before resuming the monthly 30 day extension cycle.

Also, if I travel again later in the year, what happens when I return to PH if the ACR expired while I'm out-of-country?

Thanks for any wisdom shared
 
Discussion starter · #4 ·
Others hopefully will comment but this ACR card is basically for someone who like you mentioned lives here over 6 months
The same website also has this, so I assumed that I'd have to apply for the ACR card when I past 59 days, not 6 months.
Admittedly, it says anyone past 59 days can apply, but it doesn't say must apply.

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