Special Resident Retiree Visa Holders Now Enjoy Exclusive Discount from Philippine Airlines
(Left photo, clockwise from left to right) Courtesy Call on Consul Cruz before the program launch. Mr. Gerry O. Panga, Mr. Ricky Panis, Mr. Jomito Torres, Ms. Catherine Guino, Consul General Adelio Angelito S. Cruz, Consul Francis Maynard S. Maleon, Mr. Mervin A. Magbuhat, Mr. Vernon N. Viloria, and Ms. Alyanna D. Dela Cruz; (right photo, clockwise from left to right) Mr. Gerry O. Panga, Mr. Ricky Panis, Mr. Jomito Torres, Ms. Catherine Guino, ABCA Executive, Consul General Adelio Angelito S. Cruz, Mr. Edward Peregrino, Mr. Mervin A. Magbuhat, Mr. Vernon N. Viloria, and Ms. Alyanna D. Dela Cruz
LOS ANGELES 08 September 2025 — The Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles proudly hosted the launch of “PRA x PAL SRRV Program” on 27 August 2025 at the Consulate General’s Community Hall.
The Philippine Retirement Authority, in partnership with Philippine Airlines (PAL), announced that holders of the Philippines’ Special Resident Retiree Visa (SRRV) are now entitled to an exclusive discount on PAL flights (5% for economy class fares/ 8% for business class fares) originating from U.S. gateways and vice-versa.
Consul General Adelio Angelito S. Cruz delivered the welcome remarks and he proudly noted that this partnership was conceptualized in Los Angeles, during PRA’s first visit in 2024.
Mr. Mervin Magbuhat, Division Chief of PRA’s Marketing Department briefed the community about the details and updates in the PRA’s SRRV program. Mr. Jomito Torres, PAL OIC and Area Manager for Sales, outlined PAL’s exclusive incentive offer for SRRV holders. This is the first collaboration between the PRA and PAL and both parties are optimistic that this partnership will continue to expand.
The SRRV is a special visa-type open to all nationalities, including former Filipinos, which allows the holder to retire in the Philippines, subject to meeting various requirements. The management and implementation of the SRRV program is handled by the Philippine Retirement Authority, a government agency attached to the Philippines’ Department of Tourism.
The program launch was attended by nearly one hundred members of the Filipino-American community representing various organizations, chambers of commerce, assisted living and senior care companies, local government and media partners. The event was also livestreamed via Post’s official Facebook page and can be viewed at https://fb.watch/BUbTlP3QPh/. END
Consul General Cruz delivers his opening remarks to a full Community Hall.
Consul General Cruz with the panel of resource speakers (L-R) Mr. Magbuhat, Mr. Torres, and Mr. Panga.
Los Angeles PCG officers with PRA, PAL, PDOT-LA, Ayalaland, Ms.Ellen Samson (seated 3rd from left) and Girl Band 4th Impact.
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