Travel & Visa Tips
Helpful reminders for a smooth, stress-free journey
Traveling soon? Whether it’s for business, a well-earned vacation, or an overseas assignment, these friendly tips are designed to make the travel and visa process a little easier—so you can focus more on the journey ahead.
Before You Go:
Check visa requirements early.
Rules vary by country, and some approvals take time.
Apply in advance.
As soon as your dates are set, start the process to avoid last-minute stress.
Match your documents.
Make sure your name on all forms matches your passport exactly.
Pack Your Paperwork:
Have copies of key documents:
passport, visa, tickets, accommodation, and insurance. Keep both printed and digital copies on hand for easy access.
For Travelers to the Philippines:
Register at eTravel.gov.ph
before arriving or departing.
If already registered, just update your new trip details.
Stay Informed:
Rules change.
Always double-check embassy or government websites before flying.
Unsure where to start? We’re just a message away.
Philippine Government Mandated Arrival and Departure Cards:
All travelers entering or leaving the Philippines must register at etravel.gov.ph. Customs declarations are now part of this registration process.
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Who Needs to Register?
- All arriving passengers
- All departing passengers using a Philippine passport
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Who’s Exempt?
- Foreign diplomats and their dependents
- Foreign dignitaries and delegation members
- 9(E) visa holders
- Holders of diplomatic or official/service passports
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How to Register:
- Go to etravel.gov.ph or download the eTravel app
- Fill out and submit the form within 72 hours before your flight
- Get your QR code upon successful registration
- Save or screenshot the QR code
- Show the QR code to airport authorities during check-in or arrival
Philippine Travel Information System
eTravel is the official online platform for travelers entering the Philippines, providing a seamless registration process for health and immigration requirements. Complete your travel details easily before arrival.
Visa-Free Countries for Filipino Travelers
Americas
Barbados (90 days)
Bolivia (90 days)
Brazil (90 days)
Colombia (90 days)
Costa Rica (90 days)
Dominica (21 days)
Haiti (3 months)
Peru (183 days)
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (30 days)
Suriname (90 days)
Africa
Côte d'Ivoire (90 days)
Morocco (90 days)
Rwanda (90 days)
Asia
Brunei (14 days)
Cambodia (30 days)
Indonesia (30 days)
Kazakhstan (30 days)
Laos (30 days)
Malaysia (30 days)
Mongolia (21 days)
Myanmar (14 days)
Singapore (30 days)
Tajikistan (30 days)
Thailand (60 days)
Vietnam (21 days)
Hong Kong (14 days)
Macao (30 days)
Taiwan (14 days, extended until 2026)
Oceania
Fiji (4 months)
Kiribati (90 days)
Micronesia (30 days)
Western Samoa (60 days)
Vanuatu (30 days)
Cook Islands (31 days)
Niue (30 days)
Americas
Barbados (90 days)- Bolivia (90 days)
- Brazil (90 days)
- Colombia (90 days)
- Costa Rica (90 days)
- Dominica (21 days)
- Haiti (3 months)
- Peru (183 days)
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (30 days)
- Suriname (90 days)
Barbados (90 days)
Bolivia (90 days)
Brazil (90 days)
Colombia (90 days)
Costa Rica (90 days)
Dominica (21 days)
Haiti (3 months)
Peru (183 days)
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (30 days)
Suriname (90 days)Africa
- Côte d’Ivoire (90 days)
- Morocco (90 days)
- Rwanda (90 days)
Côte d’Ivoire (90 days)
Morocco (90 days)
Rwanda (90 days)Asia
- Brunei (14 days)
- Cambodia (30 days)
- Indonesia (30 days)
- Kazakhstan (30 days)
- Laos (30 days)
- Malaysia (30 days)
- Mongolia (21 days)
- Myanmar (14 days)
- Singapore (30 days)
- Tajikistan (30 days)
- Thailand (60 days)
- Vietnam (21 days)
- Hong Kong (14 days)
- Macao (30 days)
- Taiwan (14 days, extended until 2026)
Brunei (14 days)
Cambodia (30 days)
Indonesia (30 days)
Kazakhstan (30 days)
Laos (30 days)
Malaysia (30 days)
Mongolia (21 days)
Myanmar (14 days)
Singapore (30 days)
Tajikistan (30 days)
Thailand (60 days)
Vietnam (21 days)
Hong Kong (14 days)
Macao (30 days)
Taiwan (14 days, extended until 2026)Oceania
- Fiji (4 months)
- Kiribati (90 days)
- Micronesia (30 days)
- Western Samoa (60 days)
- Vanuatu (30 days)
- Cook Islands (31 days)
- Niue (30 days)
Fiji (4 months)
Kiribati (90 days)
Micronesia (30 days)
Western Samoa (60 days)
Vanuatu (30 days)
Cook Islands (31 days)
Niue (30 days)