canivisit.com
Beta — verify with official sources⌘K
Home/from/South Korea/to/Philippines
🇰🇷South Korea
🇵🇭PhilippinesKR-PH

South Korea to Philippines visa requirements

Visa-free for up to 30 days per entry. Complete the free Philippine eTravel registration within 72 hours before arrival. South Korean ordinary passport holders are on the Philippine DFA/eVisaPH visa-free list and may enter the Philippines without a consular visa for an initial stay of up to 30 days. Travellers must hold a passport valid for at least six months beyond the contemplated stay and a return or outward-bound ticket. The official eTravel system is free and required for arriving foreign passengers; register within 72 hours before arrival and keep the QR code/proof for airline and border checks. The first in-country visa-waiver extension adds 29 days and BI lists the total fee at PHP 3,030, with later extensions handled through BI before expiry. Short-stay Korean tourists normally do not pay Philippine travel tax; TIEZA applies the full travel tax to non-immigrant foreign passport holders only after they have stayed in the Philippines for more than one year or otherwise have taxable status.
VISA-FREETOURISMPER ENTRY; ADMISSION IS DECIDED AT THE PORT OF ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-20
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.
Policy alertWatch this route for rule changesSave this passport and destination for email summaries and optional browser notifications.Subscribe →South Korea (PR)Living in South Korea as a permanent resident? See PR-specific guidance→
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-20
Visa type
Visa-free entry under EO 408 / Philippine DFA visa-free list
Maximum stay
Initial stay up to 30 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Per entry; admission is decided at the port of entry
from issue date
Visa fee
Free (eTravel is also free)
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival after eTravel registration
standard track
Validity
Passport valid at least 6 months beyond the contemplated stay
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Use a South Korean ordinary passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the planned stay. Keep enough blank space for entry and exit stamps.
· 6-month rule
/02
Book outward travel
Carry a return ticket to Korea or an onward ticket to the next destination, planned within the 30-day visa-free admission period.
· outward ticket
/03
Register on Philippine eTravel
Complete the free eTravel form at etravel.gov.ph within 72 hours before arrival and save or print the QR code.
· eTravel QR· free
/04
Arrive in the Philippines
Show passport, eTravel proof, and outward ticket if requested. Immigration grants the 30-day admission at the port of entry.
· 30-day admission
/05
Extend before expiry if needed
Apply at a Bureau of Immigration office before the 30 days expire. BI lists the first 29-day visa-waiver extension total at PHP 3,030; fees may change.
· BI extension
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items
Personalized checklist
South Korea -> Philippines · Visa-free entry under EO 408 / Philippine DFA visa-free list
0 / 11 complete
Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredSouth Korean ordinary passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid at least 6 months beyond the contemplated stay
RequiredReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Out of the Philippines within the permitted stay
RequiredeTravel QR code
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Free registration within 72 hours before arrival
RequiredAccommodation or host address
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Needed for trip records and possible immigration questions
ConditionalTrip funds evidence
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Card/cash access if immigration asks about support
RecommendedTravel insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Recommended for medical and disruption coverage
RequiredNo paid work plan
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Visa-free entry is not permission to work or study long-term
ConditionalExtension calendar reminder
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Apply to BI before the 30-day admission expires if staying longer
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 / Philippine DFA - PH Visa Policy: Free to enter without Visa (portal copyright 2023)Philippine eTravel FAQ - free registration within 72 hoursPhilippine Bureau of Immigration - Temporary Visitor (9A) Visa Waiver (fees updated 06 Mar 2014)
Application link included: eVisaPH / Philippine DFA - PH Visa Policy: Free to enter without Visa (portal copyright 2023)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entryFreeInitial stay up to 30 days for Republic of Korea passport holders on the DFA list
eTravel registrationFreeOfficial eTravel registration/update does not collect online payment
First 29-day visa-waiver extensionPHP 3,030BI published total for the initial visa-waiver extension; fees are marked as changeable
Extensions beyond 59 daysVariesProcessed through BI; non-visa-required nationals are subject to BI extension rules and limits
Philippine travel taxUsually not due for short-stay foreign touristsTIEZA full travel tax applies to non-immigrant foreign passport holders after more than 1 year in the Philippines, or other taxable status
Overstay finePHP 500/month + feesBI lists overstay fines and motion/legal research fees; avoid by extending before expiry
Total estimateFree — Freeincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

eTravel registration
Minutes
Submit at etravel.gov.ph within 72 hours before arrival; save the QR code.
Visa-free arrival
On arrival
Immigration grants the initial 30-day admission at the port of entry.
First extension
BI office processing
Apply before the original stay expires for the 29-day visa waiver extension.
Longer stay / work / study
Varies
Use the appropriate Philippine visa or BI status process; visa-free entry is not for employment.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Missing eTravel proof
eTravel registration is required for arriving foreign passengers and proof may be checked before boarding.
Medium
/02
No return or outward ticket
The visa-free policy requires a return ticket or outward-bound ticket to the next destination.
Low
/03
Passport validity too short
The DFA visa-free policy expects passport validity of at least 6 months beyond the contemplated stay.
Low
/04
Past Philippine overstay or derogatory record
Prior immigration issues can affect future admission and extensions.
Medium
/05
Suspected work or long-stay intent
Visa-free admission does not authorize paid work, study, journalism, or residence.
Low
/06
Paid eTravel scam site
The official eTravel system is free; avoid third-party sites requesting registration payment.
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.
2026-06-20
Korea to Philippines entry facts rechecked
Verified the 30-day visa-free policy for Republic of Korea passport holders against Philippine DFA/eVisaPH and Korea MOFA, corrected eTravel timing to 72 hours before arrival, clarified passport validity beyond the contemplated stay, and fixed travel-tax guidance for short-stay foreign tourists.
2026-05-27
Korea to Philippines route verified
Confirmed visa-free 30 days, mandatory eTravel registration, 29-day extension available.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Korean citizens need a visa for the Philippines?—
No. South Korean ordinary passport holders may enter the Philippines visa-free for an initial stay of up to 30 days.
What documents should I carry?+
Is eTravel mandatory?+
Can I extend my stay?+
Do Korean tourists pay Philippine travel tax when leaving?+
Can I work while visa-free?+
/11 — Passport tools

Tools for the South Korea passport

🇰🇷⇄
Compare the South Korea passport
Stack it up against another passport→
🇰🇷◐
South Korea visa-free map
See where this passport goes visa-free→
🇰🇷▤
South Korea passport power
Global rank and destination breakdown→
See something wrong on this page?
Policies change. If something looks off, tell us — we review every report within 48 hours.