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Philippines tourist visa

Many travellers can visit without a visa. Others can use an online travel permit, an online visa or a 9(a) visitor visa.

Ways to get a Philippines tourist visa

  1. Visa-free visit for 30 days

    No visa needed

    Citizens of ASEAN member states except Timor-Leste, all European Union member states, and the other countries listed for 30-day entry qualify. ASEAN is the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days initially.

    Passports that qualify (119)

  2. Visa-free visit for 59 days

    No visa needed

    Citizens of Brazil and Israel qualify for visa-free visits of up to 59 days.

    Stay
    Up to 59 days.

    Passports that qualify (2)

  3. Visa-free visit for 14 days

    No visa needed

    Eligible travellers from China, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Portugal and Taiwan are listed for 14-day entry. Passport, residence and other restrictions can apply.

    Stay
    Up to 14 days.

  4. Visa-free visit for British Nationals (Overseas)

    No visa needed

    British Nationals (Overseas) are listed for 7-day visa-free entry.

    Stay
    Up to 7 days.

    Passports that qualify (1)

  5. Visa-free visit with a qualifying foreign visa

    No visa needed

    Citizens of China can visit for tourism if they hold a valid tourist, business or resident visa from a Schengen Area member state, Australia, Canada, Japan or the United States.

    Stay
    Up to 7 days.

    Passports that qualify (1)

  6. Visa-free visit with a qualifying foreign visa or residence permit

    No visa needed

    Citizens of India can visit for tourism or business with a qualifying visa or permanent residence permit from a Schengen Area member state, Australia, Canada, Japan, Singapore, the United Kingdom or the United States.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days.

    Passports that qualify (1)

  7. Electronic Travel Authorization (online travel permit)

    eTA needed

    Citizens of Taiwan may apply for this online travel permit issued by the Manila Economic and Cultural Office.

    Stay
    No more than 30 days.
    Entries
    Multiple entries.
    Fee
    NTD 1,500.

    Passports that qualify (1)

    1. Apply online for an Electronic Travel Authorization from the Manila Economic and Cultural Office.
    2. Pay NTD 1,500 online.

  8. Philippine e-Visa (online visa)

    eVisa

    Citizens of any country or territory may apply if they meet the application-location and permanent-residence requirements.

    Stay
    Up to 59 days per visit.
    Valid for
    3 months for single entry; 6 months or 1 year for multiple entries.
    Entries
    Single or multiple entries.
    Fee
    Application and service fees vary by nationality and visa type.
    1. Check that your country of application is covered by the online visa programme.
    2. Apply through the official Philippine e-Visa website.
    3. Choose a single-entry or multiple-entry visa.

  9. Single-entry tourist e-Visa for eligible residents of China, Hong Kong or Macau

    eVisa

    Citizens of China who reside in Mainland China, Hong Kong or Macau may apply through VFS Global.

    Stay
    Up to 14 days.
    Entries
    Single entry.
    Fee
    CNY 380 application fee plus CNY 98 service fee.

    Passports that qualify (1)

    1. Apply through the VFS Global website for a tourist e-Visa.
    2. Pay the CNY 380 application fee and CNY 98 service fee.

Who needs it

Travellers who do not qualify for visa-free entry need a suitable visa or travel permit.

Who doesn't

Eligible visitors can enter without a visa for 7, 14, 30 or 59 days, depending on their nationality, passport and other conditions.

Good to know

  • Stay within the period allowed for your entry.
  • Some short visa-free visits cannot be extended.
  • Visa-exempt visitors are generally admitted for 30 days. They may obtain a further 29-day visa waiver, then extensions of 1, 2 or 6 months.
  • The total stay for visa-exempt visitors may not exceed 36 months from the most recent arrival.
  • Travellers who require a visa may apply for extensions of 1, 2 or 6 months. Their total stay may not exceed 24 months from the most recent arrival.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for the Philippines?

Travellers who do not qualify for visa-free entry need a suitable visa or travel permit. Eligible visitors can enter without a visa for 7, 14, 30 or 59 days, depending on their nationality, passport and other conditions.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for the Philippines?

There are 10 options: Visa-free visit for 30 days (no visa at all); Visa-free visit for 59 days (no visa at all); Visa-free visit for 14 days (no visa at all); Visa-free visit for British Nationals (Overseas) (no visa at all); Visa-free visit with a qualifying foreign visa (no visa at all); Visa-free visit with a qualifying foreign visa or residence permit (no visa at all); Electronic Travel Authorization (online travel permit) (an online travel permit); Philippine e-Visa (online visa) (an online visa); Single-entry tourist e-Visa for eligible residents of China, Hong Kong or Macau (an online visa); 9(a) visitor visa (a visa from an embassy).

Who can go to the Philippines without a tourist visa?

Citizens of ASEAN member states except Timor-Leste, all European Union member states, and the other countries listed for 30-day entry qualify. ASEAN is the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. Citizens of Brazil and Israel qualify for visa-free visits of up to 59 days. Eligible travellers from China, Hong Kong, India, Macau, Portugal and Taiwan are listed for 14-day entry. Passport, residence and other restrictions can apply. British Nationals (Overseas) are listed for 7-day visa-free entry. Citizens of China can visit for tourism if they hold a valid tourist, business or resident visa from a Schengen Area member state, Australia, Canada, Japan or the United States. Citizens of India can visit for tourism or business with a qualifying visa or permanent residence permit from a Schengen Area member state, Australia, Canada, Japan, Singapore, the United Kingdom or the United States.

Can I apply online for the Philippines?

Yes: Electronic Travel Authorization (online travel permit), Philippine e-Visa (online visa) and Single-entry tourist e-Visa for eligible residents of China, Hong Kong or Macau. Citizens of Taiwan may apply for this online travel permit issued by the Manila Economic and Cultural Office.

How long can I stay on a the Philippines tourist visa?

Usually 30 days for visa-exempt visitors; some qualify for 59 days.

What rules do I have to follow on a the Philippines tourist visa?

Stay within the period allowed for your entry. Some short visa-free visits cannot be extended.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for the Philippines?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Philippines visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for the Philippines be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest the Philippines tourist visa rules?

On the Philippines's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my tourist visa once I am in the Philippines?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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