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Do China passport holders need a visa to visit Philippines?

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 eVisa via VFS Global. Transit passengers continuing to a third country need a transit visa.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-26
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.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-26
Visa type
Visa-free (14 days pilot) or eVisa
Maximum stay
14 days (visa-free) or 30+ days (eVisa)
per entry
Entries
Multiple under pilot, each stay ≤14 days
from issue date
Visa fee
Free (visa-free) or CNY 380 + CNY 98 service (eVisa)
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival or several business days for 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 VFS Global portal. Upload passport, photo, itinerary, accommodation, and funds. Pay CNY 380 + CNY 98 service fee.
· VFS Global· 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

10 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 10 complete
Chinese passport
Valid at least 6 months beyond stay
Return or onward ticket
Confirmed booking for departure within stay limit
Confirmed hotel booking
Or invitation letter for host
Funds evidence
Bank statements or cash for the planned stay
eTravel QR code
Filed within 72 hours of arrival
Health/travel insurance
Recommended
Itinerary
Day-by-day plan in case immigration asks
eVisa PDF (if applied)
Print or save digital copy
Visa-free pilot reminder
Confirm pilot is still active for your travel dates
Previous travel history
Old passports help on closer questioning
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entry (pilot)FreeNAIA or MCIA only, 14 days max
Philippines eVisa (tourist)CNY 380Application fee
VFS service feeCNY 98Per application
eTravel formFreeMandatory for all arrivals
Overstay finesTieredPlus possible deportation
Total estimateFree — CNY 600+incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free arrival
Minutes
Standard airport entry under the pilot.
eVisa decision
Several business days
Via VFS Global; apply at least 2 weeks before departure.
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
2026-05-26
China to Philippines route verified
Confirmed 14-day visa-free pilot effective 16 January 2026 at NAIA and MCIA, plus VFS 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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