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Do United States passport holders need a visa to visit Philippines?

Americans get 30 days visa-free in the Philippines; eTravel registration required online within 72 hours before arrival. US passport holders enjoy 30 days visa-free entry to the Philippines as tourists. The eTravel registration (free) must be completed online at etravel.gov.ph within 72 hours before arrival - it replaced paper arrival/health cards in 2023 and is mandatory. The US has a huge Filipino diaspora and strong air connectivity: Philippine Airlines, United, and Delta serve Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO), New York (JFK), and Honolulu (HNL) direct to Manila (MNL); PAL also flies to Cebu (CEB). Visa-free stays can be extended at Bureau of Immigration offices in 29-day increments up to a maximum of 36 months. Work, study, journalism, and longer stays require an appropriate visa class (9G, 9F, etc.) from a Philippine embassy.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-27
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.
United States (Green Card)Living in United States as a permanent resident? See PR-specific guidance→
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-27
Visa type
Visa-free entry
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries allowed
from issue date
Visa fee
Free (eTravel also free)
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival; eTravel takes minutes
standard track
Validity
Passport-based
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
US passport valid 6+ months beyond intended departure with at least 1 blank page.
· 6 months validity
/02
Submit eTravel
Free registration at etravel.gov.ph within 72 hours before arrival. Save QR code.
· eTravel required· free
/03
Book onward/return ticket
Confirmed ticket out of the Philippines within 30 days; airlines may deny boarding without one.
· onward ticket
/04
Arrive at NAIA / CEB
Visa-free stamp issued at immigration. Show eTravel QR code on arrival.
· 30-day stamp
/05
Track your stay
Note the 30-day expiry date stamped in your passport.
· check stamp date
/06
Extend or exit
Apply at Bureau of Immigration for a 29-day extension before stamp expires. Repeat up to 36 months total.
· extension possible
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

6 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 6 complete
US passport
Valid 6+ months beyond departure, 1 blank page
eTravel submission
Submitted within 72 hours pre-arrival, save QR code
Return/onward ticket
Confirmed flight out within 30 days
Accommodation details
Hotel booking or host address (required on eTravel)
Sufficient funds
PHP 5,000-10,000/day cash or proof recommended
Travel insurance
Recommended though not legally required
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entryFree30 days on arrival
eTravel registrationFreeRequired at etravel.gov.ph; beware scam sites charging fees
Visa extension (29 days)PHP 3,030 + ~PHP 500At Bureau of Immigration; first extension is straightforward
ACR I-CardUSD 50Required if staying over 59 days
Travel taxPHP 1,620Payable on departure if not exempt
Total estimateFree — Freeincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

eTravel registration
Minutes
Submit free at etravel.gov.ph within 72 hours pre-arrival.
Visa-free arrival
On arrival
Stamp issued at immigration counter. Show eTravel QR.
Extension request
Same-day at BI
First 29-day extension easy; subsequent require ACR I-Card after 59 days.
9G working visa
2-4 months
For work; requires Philippine employer sponsorship.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
eTravel not submitted
Required for all visitors. Airlines may deny boarding without QR code.
Medium
/02
No onward ticket
Immigration may request proof of departure within 30 days.
Low
/03
Overstay
PHP 500/month plus motion fees; can result in deportation and re-entry ban.
Low
/04
Used scam eTravel site
The official eTravel is free. Avoid sites charging registration fees.
High
/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
2026-05-27
US to Philippines route verified
Confirmed 30-day visa-free + eTravel for US citizens.
2023-05-01 · major
eTravel replaced eArrival card
All foreign visitors must register at etravel.gov.ph within 72 hours before arrival.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Americans need a visa for the Philippines?—
No - up to 30 days visa-free on arrival. eTravel registration is mandatory online (free) within 72 hours before arrival.
What is eTravel?+
Are there scam eTravel sites?+
Can I extend my stay?+
Can I work on visa-free entry?+
Direct flights from US?+
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