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Hong Kong (SAR China) to Philippines visa requirements

Hong Kong SAR ordinary passport holders can visit the Philippines visa-free for up to 14 days. Carry a passport valid at least 6 months beyond the stay, a return or onward ticket, and a free eTravel QR code filed within 72 hours before arrival. Holders of a Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) ordinary passport may enter the Philippines without a visa for an initial stay of up to 14 days. eVisaPH states that Hong Kong SAR passport holders are visa-free for fourteen days, and an official Philippine DFA mission page confirms the same HKSAR/Macau SAR 14-day rule with a return or onward ticket requirement. Standard visitor conditions still apply: passport validity of at least 6 months beyond the contemplated stay or departure, outbound travel proof, sufficient funds/accommodation if asked, and no derogatory immigration record. All arriving travellers should complete the free eTravel registration at etravel.gov.ph within 72 hours before arrival and keep the QR code for boarding and arrival processing. For stays beyond 14 days, apply to the Bureau of Immigration before the stamp expires; BI charter material lists HKSAR passports as 14-day admissions with an initial 7-day extension, a second 38-day visa-waiver extension, then monthly or every-2-month extensions thereafter. Work, study, residence, journalism, paid activity, or other non-visitor purposes require the proper Philippine visa or immigration authorization before doing that activity.
VISA-FREETOURISMPER-ENTRY ADMISSION; REPEATED VISITS ARE SUBJECT TO IMMIGRATION DISCRETIONLast verified 2026-06-21
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 2026-06-21
Visa type
Visa-free entry for HKSAR ordinary passports
Maximum stay
Up to 14 days initially
per entry
Entries
Per-entry admission; repeated visits are subject to immigration discretion
from issue date
Visa fee
Free (eTravel also free)
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival; eTravel takes minutes
standard track
Validity
Passport should be valid at least 6 months beyond the contemplated stay/departure
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport and purpose
Use a Hong Kong SAR ordinary passport valid at least 6 months beyond the intended stay or departure. Tourism and short visitor travel are visa-free; work, study, residence, journalism, or paid activity needs the right visa or authorization.
· HKSAR passport· visitor purpose
/02
Book onward or return travel
Carry a confirmed ticket leaving the Philippines within the 14-day admission period. Airlines and immigration officers can ask for it before boarding or entry.
· required· 14-day window
/03
Prepare stay evidence
Keep accommodation details, itinerary, and funds evidence available in case the officer asks. Admission remains discretionary even when the visa-free rule applies.
· recommended· inspection
/04
Submit eTravel
Register for free at etravel.gov.ph within 72 hours before arrival. Save or print the QR code for flight boarding and arrival processing.
· free· within 72h
/05
Arrive in the Philippines
Present your HKSAR passport, eTravel QR code, and outbound ticket. The officer normally grants a 14-day visa-free admission.
· on arrival· 14 days
/06
Extend or leave on time
If staying beyond 14 days, apply at the Bureau of Immigration before expiry. BI charter material lists an initial 7-day extension, then later visa-waiver/temporary-visitor extensions.
· optional· before expiry
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RecommendedHong Kong SAR ordinary passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay/departure; blank page recommended
RequiredReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Confirmed travel out of the Philippines within 14 days
RequiredeTravel QR code
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Submitted free within 72 hours before arrival; save or print QR
ConditionalAccommodation details
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Hotel booking or host address available if asked
ConditionalSufficient funds
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Cash, cards, or statements available if asked
RecommendedTravel itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Recommended for inspection questions
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Recommended though not legally required
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.
Application link included: eVisaPH — Philippines visa policy
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entryFreeInitial stay up to 14 days
eTravel registrationFreeOfficial site is etravel.gov.ph; beware paid copycat sites
BI extension after 14 daysVariesApply before expiry; BI fee tables and extension category determine the amount
Overstay finePHP 500/monthBI fee table lists this as an additional fine; other penalties or fees may also apply
Total estimateFreeFreeincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free arrival
On arrival
Immigration grants the 14-day authorized stay at the port of entry.
BI extension
BI office/e-service timing varies
Apply before the 14-day admission expires; HKSAR entries have specific extension steps in BI charter material.
Non-visitor authorization
Varies
Work, study, residence, journalism, paid activity, and other non-visitor purposes need the proper visa or authorization.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No eTravel QR code
Arriving travellers should complete the free eTravel registration within 72 hours before arrival and present proof before boarding or arrival processing.
Medium
/02
No outbound ticket
The HKSAR 14-day visa-free rule is tied to having a return or onward ticket; airlines or officers may refuse travel without it.
Medium
/03
Passport validity problem
Plan for at least 6 months validity beyond the contemplated stay or departure. Short validity can lead to denied boarding or entry.
Medium
/04
Wrong purpose
Visa-free entry is for visitor travel. Work, study, residence, journalism, or paid activity requires a proper Philippine authorization.
Low
/05
Late extension or overstay
Apply to BI before the 14-day stamp expires. Overstay can trigger fines, added fees, and future entry problems.
Low
/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
2026-06-21
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-21
Codex rechecked HK-PH
Reverified against eVisaPH/DFA, an official DFA mission visa-free page, eTravel, and Bureau of Immigration guidance; added checked-date, removed non-official commentary source, clarified the 14-day HKSAR rule, eTravel timing, BI extension path, and overstay fine wording.
2026-05-30
Hong Kong to Philippines route verified
Confirmed via the Philippine eVisa/DFA policy portal and Bureau of Immigration that HKSAR ordinary passport holders enter visa-free for 14 days with return/onward ticket and 6-month passport validity requirements.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Hong Kong SAR passport holders need a visa for the Philippines?
No. HKSAR ordinary passport holders can enter visa-free for up to 14 days as visitors, provided normal entry conditions are met.
How long can I stay visa-free?+
Do I need eTravel?+
What passport and ticket proof do I need?+
Can I extend my stay?+
Is this the same for BNO or Hong Kong British passports?+
Can I work or study on visa-free entry?+
/11 — Passport tools

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