Influx of Koreans in my country Philippines

I've read this article from the abs-cbn TV website. And since I am residing in South Korea, I have been particularly interested in things about Korea in relation to Philippines. So, to all my Korean and Filipino friends, enjoy reading.


Over 29,000 Korean students now in RP
By EDU PUNAY

The Philippine StarThere is an influx of Korean visitors in the country, and they are coming not only as tourists but as students.Immigration Commissioner Marcelino Libanan reported Tuesday that over 29,000 Korean citizens were issued special study permits (SSP) and student visas (SP).He said these Koreans make up 95 percent of the total foreign student population in various private schools and learning centers in the country.Records from the Immigration Student Desk showed that most Korean students in the Philippines are enrolled in schools in Metro Manila, Baguio and Cebu. There are 10,000 more applications for SSP and SP pending with the bureau.Libanan said he would push for new guidelines that would expedite processing and issuance of study permits and visas. A special study permit is issued to aliens taking elementary, high school or non-degree courses, while a study visa is given to those pursuing college degrees here.The immigration chief said he would meet with officials of the Department of Education and the Commission on Higher Education to discuss programs that would boost the country’s reputation as “haven for foreign students.”The bureau recently extended the length of visa extension given to SSP holders, from one month to six months. Libanan, however, stressed that they would also deal with foreign nationals who are studying in the country without necessary permits. He said they would be sanctioned for violating the country’s immigration laws.He warned school registrars against admitting foreign students who do not have an SSP or SP: “They should cooperate with us and abide by the rules or else their authority to accept foreign students would be withdrawn.”