Philippines Visa – Requirements and Application

A tourist visa is not required for the Philippines for U.S. citizens if the stay is under 30 days. But, you do need to present a valid passport and a proof of return ticket.

Tourist and business visas last anywhere between three-twelve months. The government may require extra materials from business travelers and/or provide less time in-country.

Proof of return or onward travel may be required for your visa. It may also be required when entering the country.

See below or contact a travel documents specialist about other visa types.

Philippines Entry Requirements
Do I Need A…	For My Trip to the Philippines?
Passport
Tourist Visa
Business Visa
Vaccinations

Sources: Philippines Embassy and U.S. State Department

Depending on what visa you’re applying for, the documents you need may be different. A business visa can require different documents than a travel visa.

The Philippines government may change this process at any time and may request additional materials during the visa process, so make sure you are always prepared and up-to-date.

Generally, travelers need a passport, passport photo and travel itinerary for a visa. But, again, requirements can change.

Passport Health has partnered with industry leaders in travel document services, RushMyPassport and G3 Travel Services. These teams will walk you through the visa process step-by-step and handle the sometimes difficult communication with embassies and consulates.

Pricing for Philippines visas can vary based on government requirements and type of visa needed. The Philippines sets prices based on length of visa starting at $30, but possibly going over $90.

The Philippines government reserves the right to change pricing at any time. Visa pricing does not include the cost of processing, service or other fees and postage.

The money paid for the visa fee does not include service fees levied by the Burmese government, cost of postage, processing etc.

Proof of yellow fever vaccination may be required if arriving from a country where the virus is present. No other immunizations are required.

But, some vaccines are recommended including: Japanese encephalitis, typhoid and hepatitis A.

For more information, see our Philippines destination advice page.

If you need help with any travel documents while you’re in the Philippines, the U.S. Embassy is located in the city of Manila. The information for the U.S. Embassy is:

U.S. Embassy Manila
1201 Roxas Boulevard
Ibex Hill
Manila, Philippines 1000
Telephone: (632) 301-2000
Fax: (632) 301-2017

See Passport Health’s Philippines destination advice page with information on safety, climate, and the vaccinations you will need before traveling there. Or, start your visa process by filling out a form today!