Key points
- The Philippines launched an eVisa for citizens of Denmark, the Faroe Islands, and Greenland
- It is for travelers planning stays beyond the standard 30-day visa-free period
- The 30-day visa-free entry still applies for shorter visits
- The eVisa cannot be converted to another visa category or extended
A new eVisa for longer stays
The Philippines has launched an eVisa program for citizens of Denmark, the Faroe Islands, and Greenland who want to stay longer than the standard 30-day visa-free period.
Danish nationals and travelers holding Danish passports from the Faroe Islands and Greenland keep their 30-day visa-free entry for shorter visits. The eVisa applies only to those planning longer temporary trips. A DFA spokesperson said travelers intending to stay past 30 days “are required to obtain a Philippine 9(a) Temporary Visitor’s Visa prior to travel.”
How it works
Applications are submitted through evisa.gov.ph, with fees paid by direct bank transfer. Once approved, the eVisa is issued digitally by the Philippine Embassy in Copenhagen and can be shown on any internet-connected device, with no passport sticker required. Travelers must also complete the Philippines eTravel registration at etravel.gov.ph within 72 hours before departure.
What it covers, and what it does not
The eVisa covers visits for business, leisure, medical treatment, training, and conference attendance. It excludes study, employment, and other non-tourism purposes. Two limitations apply: the eVisa cannot be converted to another visa category, and the approved length of stay cannot be extended.
The launch is part of the Department of Foreign Affairs’ wider effort to make visa services “more efficient, secure, and accessible through an online platform.” See the Philippines destination hub for current entry options.
