Research Support

The RSD Office organizes structured learning opportunities such as seminar-workshops,and training sessions aimed at enhancing research knowledge and skills among faculty, staff, doctors, residents, consultants and students. These programs foster a vibrant research culture and support continuous professional development for our stakeholders.

Visa Information

All international students must have a valid student visa to study at DLSMHSI. Visa Process is through the assistance of the Liaison Officer of The Registrar.

Tourist Visa – A type of visa issued to international students who wish to extend their tourist visa during the last 30 days of the previously issued Long-Stay Visitor Visa Extension, or upon the expiry of a regular visa extension with the total duration of extension of not more than six (6) months from the time of expiration of authorized stay. The ISRU provides assistance to this type of Visa.

Student Visa – Issued to foreign students 18 years old and above and are taking a course higher than high school

Conversion to Student Visa – Issued to all foreign nationals who are 18 years old and shall take up a course of study higher than high school at a University, seminary or college 

Extension of Student Visa – Issued to foreign nationals who are holders of an existing Student Visa and wish to continue his study in the Philippines

Special Study Permit (SSP) – Issued to international students below the age of 18 and/or taking non-degree courses in the Philippines. A SSP is a PERMIT; not a visa but a Temporary Visitor’s Visa.

Requirements for Special Study Permit:

Letter request addressed to the Commissioner from the representative of the petitioning school;

Filled-out BI Consolidated General Application Form (BI Form CGAF-003-Rev 0);

2 pcs 2×2 picture;

Photocopy of Passport Bio-page and latest admission with valid authorized stay;

National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Clearance (for Medicine Students)

Letter of Acceptance

Photocopy of BI school accreditation ID of the Registrar or school representative.

Payment for SSP (approx. Php 9,300)

Assistance in Securing Clearance from National Bureau of Investigation (NBI)

Enrolled international students are provided assistance in securing an NBI clearance, which is necessary for the student visa process.

Procedure for securing an NBI clearance:

Secure an online Appointment through www.nbi.gov.ph. 

Pay the Php155.00 fee as instructed on the website (to skip 2 steps at the NBI branch).

Proceed to NBI–United Nation (2nd Floor) for assistance with Alien Applicants.

The NBI Clearance will be released after three (3) working days.

Assistance with Banking Needs 

ISRU assists international students in opening bank accounts. Proof of identity and residency

shall be needed to open an account in the Philippines.

Requirements for opening a bank account:

ACR I-card (Alien Certificate of Registration Card)

Passport

Immigration Certificate of Registration (ICR) as proof of residency

Student Accommodation and Upkeep

ISRU assists international students in inquiring about and processing information regarding their school fees. The document is essential to some countries for easy bank transactions.

Transportation Assistance 

ISRU provides transportation assistance to international students for traveling to and from through the Lasallian Pick-up service facilitated by the DLSMHSI Transportation Department.

 Procedure for transportation assistance:

Students shall file a request through ISRU Transportation Assistance Request. 

Once approved, ISRU will submit the Trip Ticket to the Transportation Department.

The students will be picked up from and dropped off at DLSMHSI, unless there is a need to transport them directly to their homes.

Through structured mentor-mentee partnerships, this program supports early-career and aspiring researchers by offering sustained academic guidance, skill development, and encouragement toward successful research completion and dissemination.

Self-paced online research modules provide accessible and flexible learning on fundamental specialized and advanced research topics. These offerings are designed to support independent learning and upskilling across all health disciplines and research experience levels.

The RSD Office actively supports collaborative research initiatives with academic, clinical, and industry partners both locally and globally. These partnerships aim to enrich research perspectives, share expertise, and expand the impact of scholarly work.