Important Note:   Nationals of a number of countries with which the Philippines maintains diplomatic relations, including the United States, may avail themselves of VISA-FREE entry into the Philippines, provided their stay will not exceed 30 days. Please contact the Philippine Embassy/Consulate General for information on which countries are extended this privilege.

US citizens who wish to stay more than 30 days in the Philippines and nationals of countries who are not extended the 30-day visa free privilege should apply for a visa before traveling to the Philippines.

Returning Balikbayans or former Filipinos may also enter the Philippines without a visa and stay for a period of one (1) year, provided that they have a passport valid for 6 months beyond the intended stay in the Philippines, a roundtrip ticket, and proof of former Philippine citizenship (e.g. old Philippine passport or NSO-authenticated birth certificate). Foreign spouses and their minor children may avail themselves of this privilege if traveling with the Balikbayan.

General Requirements for a 9(a) Temporary Visitor Visa

1. Duly accomplished visa application form;
2. Original and photocopy of applicant’s passport with six (6) months validity beyond intended stay in the Philippines;
3. Proof of financial capacity (any of the following):
   • Bank statement of the latest six (6) months;
     b. Employment certificate with remuneration;
     c. Proof of business income;
   • Letter of guarantee from the sponsor with proof of financial capacity
4. Documents proving ties to the home country/country of residence (any of the following)
   a. Employment certificate;
   b. Property documents
5. Round-trip flight itinerary to country of origin or next country of destination;
6. Hotel accommodation or proof of lodging
7. Itinerary
8. For minors not travelling with a parent/guarding (additional requirement like letter of permission from a parent/guardian
9. Visa Fee:  US$30.00 (Single-entry, valid for 3 months for applicants from the US and other visa-free countries)  / US$40.00 (Single-entry, valid for 3 months for applicants from non-visa free countries) 

For requirements for other visa types (diplomatic,  seaman's / crew list visa) , please contact the Consulate General at the following email address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..