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China to Philippines visa requirements

14-day visa-free pilot (since 16 Jan 2026) at NAIA and Mactan-Cebu; eVisa for longer trips. Effective 16 January 2026, Chinese ordinary passport holders may enter the Philippines visa-free for up to 14 days under a 12-month pilot. Entry must be through Ninoy Aquino International (NAIA, Manila) or Mactan-Cebu International (MCIA). Trips beyond 14 days or through other ports of entry require an appropriate Philippine visa or eVisa before travel. Transit passengers continuing to a third country need a transit visa.
VISA-FREETOURISMEACH QUALIFYING VISA-FREE ENTRY IS CAPPED AT 14 DAYSLast verified 2026-06-19
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-19
Visa type
Visa-free 14-day pilot or eVisa/visa
Maximum stay
14 days (visa-free) or visa-authorized stay
per entry
Entries
Each qualifying visa-free entry is capped at 14 days
from issue date
Visa fee
Free (visa-free); eVisa fee shown in portal
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival or 7-12 working days for single-entry eVisa
standard track
Validity
12-month pilot (subject to renewal)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and entry port
Pilot covers tourism and business travel. Entry must be at NAIA (Manila) or MCIA (Cebu). Other ports still require a visa or eVisa.
· NAIA or MCIA· tourism/business
/02
Prepare arrival documents
Passport valid 6+ months, confirmed hotel booking, and a return or onward ticket are mandatory.
· return ticket· accommodation
/03
Clear immigration
Present passport and documents at NAIA or MCIA immigration. The 14-day stamp is issued on arrival.
· 14-day stamp· free
/04
If staying longer: apply for eVisa
Use the official eVisaPH portal. Upload passport, photo, itinerary, accommodation, and funds, then pay the fee shown by the portal.
· eVisaPH· online
/05
Carry eTravel QR code
All arrivals to the Philippines must complete the free eTravel form at etravel.gov.ph within 72 hours of arrival.
· eTravel· free, separate
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
China -> Philippines · Visa-free 14-day pilot or eVisa/visa
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredChinese passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid at least 6 months beyond stay
RequiredReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Confirmed booking for departure within stay limit
RequiredConfirmed hotel booking
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Or invitation letter for host
RequiredFunds evidence
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Bank statements or cash for the planned stay
RequiredeTravel QR code
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Filed within 72 hours of arrival
RecommendedHealth/travel insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Recommended
RequiredItinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Day-by-day plan in case immigration asks
ConditionaleVisa PDF (if applied)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Print or save digital copy
RequiredVisa-free pilot reminder
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Confirm pilot is still active for your travel dates
RequiredPrevious travel history
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Old passports help on closer questioning
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourceseVisaPH — PH Visa PolicyPhilippine Embassy in Singapore — DFA press releaseChinese Embassy in the Philippines — visa-free reminder
Application link included: eVisaPH — PH Visa Policy
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entry (pilot)FreeNAIA or MCIA only, 14 days max
Philippines eVisaPortal feeFee is displayed during official eVisa application
eTravel formFreeMandatory for all arrivals
Overstay finesTieredPlus possible deportation
Total estimateFree — Varies by eVisa typeincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free arrival
Minutes
Standard airport entry under the pilot.
Single-entry eVisa decision
7-12 working days
Via eVisaPH; apply early and monitor the registered eVisa account.
Multiple-entry eVisa decision
15-21 working days
Via eVisaPH; processing may include a consular interview if requested.
Visa extension
Days
In-country extensions are possible at the Bureau of Immigration for visa holders.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Wrong port of entry
Visa-free pilot only covers NAIA and MCIA. Arriving via Clark, Iloilo, or Davao without a visa results in refusal.
High
/02
No return or onward ticket
Airlines and immigration require a confirmed departure.
Medium
/03
Insufficient passport validity
Less than 6 months will trigger refusal.
Medium
/04
Adverse immigration history
Past Philippines overstays or BI blacklists block entry.
Medium
/05
Unable to prove tourism/business purpose
Officers may question vague plans or signs of intent to work.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-19
China to Philippines route verified
Rechecked DFA/eVisaPH, Philippine Embassy, Chinese Embassy, and eTravel guidance; kept 14-day NAIA/MCIA visa-free verdict and corrected eVisa portal/processing details.
2026-05-26
China to Philippines route verified
Confirmed 14-day visa-free pilot effective 16 January 2026 at NAIA and MCIA, plus eVisa fallback for longer stays.
2026-01-16 · major
14-day visa-free pilot launched
Philippines opened visa-free entry to Chinese ordinary passport holders at NAIA and MCIA for tourism and business, valid 12 months.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can I enter visa-free at any airport?—
No. The pilot only covers Ninoy Aquino International (NAIA, Manila) and Mactan-Cebu International (MCIA). Other ports need a visa or eVisa.
Can I stay longer than 14 days?+
Do I need to fill in eTravel?+
Is the visa-free pilot permanent?+
What about transit travellers?+
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