Philippines Visa Guide for Foreign Travelers
Visa Requirements for Foreign Travelers Entering the Philippines
The Philippines welcomes visitors from many parts of the world. Some nationalities may enter visa-free, while others must obtain a visa before arrival. Below is the official guide to help you understand the rules.
Visa-Free Entry
Citizens of 157 countries may enter the Philippines without a visa for tourism or business. The maximum period of stay varies by nationality:
- 59 days – Brazil, Israel
- 30 days – Most visa-free countries (e.g., USA, Canada, Australia, Japan, EU countries, ASEAN countries, etc.)
- 14 days – Hong Kong SAR, Macau SAR, and certain cases for Indian passport holders with conditions
- 7 days – Macau Portuguese passport holders (non-permanent residents)
| List of Visa-Free Countries (157) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andorra | Angola | Antigua and Barbuda | Argentina | Australia | Austria |
| Bahamas | Bahrain | Barbados | Belgium | Belize | Benin |
| Bhutan | Bolivia | Botswana | Brazil* | Brunei Darussalam | Bulgaria |
| Burundi | Cambodia | Cameroon | Canada | Cape Verde | Chile |
| Colombia | Comoros | Costa Rica | Croatia | Cyprus | Czech Republic |
| Denmark | Dominican Republic | Ecuador | El Salvador | Estonia | Ethiopia |
| Fiji | Finland | France | Gabon | Gambia | Georgia |
| Germany | Ghana | Greece | Grenada | Guatemala | Guyana |
| Haiti | Honduras | Hong Kong SAR* | Hungary | Iceland | India* |
| Indonesia | Ireland | Israel* | Italy | Jamaica | Japan |
| Jordan | Kazakhstan | Kenya | Kuwait | Kyrgyzstan | Laos |
| Latvia | Lebanon | Lesotho | Liechtenstein | Lithuania | Luxembourg |
| Macau SAR* | Madagascar | Malawi | Malaysia | Maldives | Mali |
| Malta | Marshall Islands | Mauritius | Mexico | Micronesia | Moldova |
| Monaco | Mongolia | Montenegro | Morocco | Mozambique | Myanmar |
| Namibia | Nauru | Nepal | Netherlands | New Zealand | Nicaragua |
| Niger | Nigeria | Norway | Oman | Palau | Panama |
| Papua New Guinea | Paraguay | Peru | Poland | Portugal | Qatar |
| Romania | Russia | Rwanda | Saint Kitts & Nevis | Saint Lucia | Saint Vincent |
| Samoa | San Marino | Saudi Arabia | Senegal | Seychelles | Singapore |
| Slovakia | Slovenia | Solomon Islands | South Africa | South Korea | Spain |
| Sri Lanka* | Suriname | Swaziland | Sweden | Switzerland | Taiwan |
| Tajikistan | Tanzania | Thailand | Togo | Tonga | Trinidad & Tobago |
| Tunisia | Turkey | Turkmenistan | Tuvalu | Uganda | Ukraine |
| United Arab Emirates | United Kingdom | United States | Uruguay | Uzbekistan | Vanuatu |
| Vatican City | Venezuela | Vietnam | Zambia | Zimbabwe | — |
*Special rules apply: Brazil & Israel (59 days), Hong Kong/Macau (14 days), India/Sri Lanka (14 or 30 days with certain visas). Please check updated DFA rules.
Countries That Require a Visa
Travelers from countries not listed above must obtain a visa before arriving in the Philippines. Applications are filed at Philippine embassies or consulates.
Types of Philippine Visas
| Visa Type | Purpose | Eligibility | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist Visa | Leisure travel | Foreigners visiting for tourism | 59 days, extendable up to 36 months |
| Business Visa | Business activities | Foreign nationals visiting for business | 59 days, extendable |
| Special Resident Retiree’s Visa (SRRV) | Retirement | Retirees meeting age & financial requirements | Permanent residency |
| Student Visa | Education | Enrolled in accredited schools | Duration of course |
| Work Visa (9g) | Employment | Foreigners employed in PH companies | Based on contract |
| Immigrant Visa | Permanent residency | Foreigners planning to reside permanently | Permanent |
Visa Extension
If you wish to stay longer than your initial visa or visa-free period, you may apply for an extension at the Bureau of Immigration in the Philippines. Requirements and policies may change, so always verify with the nearest Philippine embassy or consulate before traveling.
