Overview
- Indian citizens can now visit the Philippines without a visa for up to 14 days for tourism, with eligibility to extend stays by up to seven days.
- Travellers holding valid visas or permanent residency from the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, Singapore or any Schengen country qualify for a 30-day visa-free stay.
- Eligible visitors must present a passport valid for at least six months beyond their planned stay and a confirmed return or onward ticket.
- Visa-free entry is strictly limited to tourism purposes and cannot be converted into any other visa category.
- Indian nationals who do not meet visa-free criteria can apply online for a 9(a) e-Visa to secure a single-entry stay of up to 30 days.