Get a Philippines Visa
Tourist Application Requirements for a Philippines Visa
Visa May Not Be Required
Visa exempt for a stay of up to 30 days. The traveller must:
- Hold a passport valid at on arrival with one blank visa page
- Hold proof of sufficient funds
- Hold proof of onward/return airline tickets
- Hold documents showing proof of purpose of trip
- Hold all documents required for the next destination
- Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change
Mandatory Digital Arrival Card Requirement
All travellers to Philippines are required to register on the eTravel platform at least 3 days prior to arrival. The registration can be completed here free of charge.
Please note that once registered, the traveller should download the generated QR code, which must be presented prior to boarding the flight.
Former Filipino Nationals and Immediate Family
Former Filipino Nationals and Immediate Family Former Filipino nationals can travel to the Philippines without a visa for a stay of up to one year. Their immediate family (spouse and children) also benefit from this visa waiver when travelling together.
Former Filipino nationals will be required to provide either a former Philippine passport or a copy of birth certificate on entry. Each accompanying family member will be required to carry documents showing proof of relationship:
- A copy of marriage certificate for the spouse
- A copy of birth certificate or adoption certificate for each child
Business Visa Application Requirements for a Philippines Visa
Visa May Not Be Required
Visa exempt for a stay of up to 30 days. The traveller must:
- Hold a passport valid at on arrival with one blank visa page
- Hold proof of sufficient funds
- Hold proof of onward/return airline tickets
- Hold documents showing proof of purpose of trip
- Hold all documents required for the next destination
- Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change
Mandatory Digital Arrival Card Requirement
All travellers to Philippines are required to register on the eTravel platform at least 3 days prior to arrival. The registration can be completed here free of charge.
Please note that once registered, the traveller should download the generated QR code, which must be presented prior to boarding the flight.
Former Filipino Nationals and Immediate Family
Former Filipino Nationals and Immediate Family Former Filipino nationals can travel to the Philippines without a visa for a stay of up to one year. Their immediate family (spouse and children) also benefit from this visa waiver when travelling together.
Former Filipino nationals will be required to provide either a former Philippine passport or a copy of birth certificate on entry. Each accompanying family member will be required to carry documents showing proof of relationship:
- A copy of marriage certificate for the spouse
- A copy of birth certificate or adoption certificate for each child
Philippines Visa FAQ
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When is the best time to apply for my Philippines visa?
The best time to apply for your Philippines visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. -
Do I have to send you my passport to get a Philippines visa? Is it safe to send a passport?
You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Philippines visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa requests cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application and passport to CIBTvisas in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx, UPS, Express Mail or Certified Mail.
