Visas And Passport Requirements For Visitors and Tourists

Everyone entering the Philippines from abroad must hold a valid passport. Visitors from nations with diplomatic ties are granted a 21-day visa upon arrival. All visitors must hold onward or return tickets.
Visitors who wish to extend their stay from 21  to 59 days should contact the Philippine Bureau of Immigration, which is located in Intramuros, Manila. Avoid the cumbersome process by hiring a travel agent, or obtaining a 59-day visa before arrival.

Documents Required For Philippine Tourist Visa Applicants

1. Duly-accomplished visa application
2. Valid Tourist Passport
3. One 2'x2" size recent photograph
4. A photocopy of the applicant's airline ticket or confirmed travel itinerary
5. Proof of financial capacity
6. Visa Application fee

Tourist Visas Are Issued Under Three Main Classifications

1. Pleasure. For tourists and other visitors to the Philippines. It cannot be used to engage in gainful employment or business, or to take up educational courses in the Philippines.
2. Business. The purpose of the temporary stay is to search for areas of investment. It does not allow you to engage in any activity which may be considered a form of gainful employment.
3. Health. This is granted to those whose intention is to convalesce from a serious injury or illness. The illness, however, should not be contagious or dangerous.

Important Note:

Nationals who are subject to deportation /blacklist orders of the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs and the National Bureau of Investigation shall not be admitted to the Philippines.

Further inquiries may be addressed to the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs Visa Division or to any Philippine Embassy or Consulate abroad.