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Our Philippines eTravel Card application process

How to apply for your Philippines eTravel card with iVisa

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Complete your online application

Answer a few simple questions, see when you’ll get your registration, and pay using our secure portal. You can save your progress and come back anytime. Most people finish the application in under 20 minutes.

We’ll guide you through any unclear questions during the application process.

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We review your application

The Philippines visa system is known for being difficult to navigate – your photo must be the right size, and your passport scan must be clear.

Don’t worry – we review your whole application to catch anything that might cause delays. One of our experts checks everything for errors or missing information to make sure it’s ready to go. This review is quick but thorough.

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We submit it for government processing

We’re not the government, but we submit your application to them and are here for you along the way if there are any problems.

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Get your Philippines eTravel Card QR code

We’ll email your eTravel QR code and let you know how to use it for your trip.

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Visa types needed for Philippines

  • Philippines eTravel Card
  • Temporary Visitor Visa (9a)*
  • Seafarer Visa (9c)*
  • Treaty Trader/Investor Visa (9d)
  • Accredited Official Visa (9e)*
  • Student Visa (9f)*
  • Pre-arranged Employment Visa (9g)*
  • Immigrant Visa (13a)*
  • Special Investor’s Resident Visa (SIRV)*

Philippines eTravel Card

The Philippines eTravel Card is a mandatory digital arrival and departure card for travelers entering or exiting the Philippines for any purpose, including tourism, family visits, business trips, or returning home. It replaces the paper arrival card and health declaration, making your entry process faster and more organized.

With this card, you can:

  • 🛫 Submit your travel and health information before arrival
  • ⚡ Speed up entry procedures at Philippine immigration
  • ✅ Comply with Philippine government pre-arrival and pre-departure regulations

The eTravel Card does not replace a visa if your nationality requires one for entry. It also does not allow you to work or study in the Philippines. For employment, study, or long-term stays, you will need to apply for the appropriate visa through the Philippine government.

Registration is free when done on the official site. We offer a paid service to help travelers complete the form accurately, reducing errors that could delay boarding or entry.

To complete your eTravel Card, you’ll need:

  • 🛂 A passport valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date
  • 📝 Personal and travel details, including your arrival or departure flight number
  • 📍 Address in the Philippines (hotel or residence)
  • 💉 Health declaration (recent symptoms, exposure, and vaccination status)
  • 📧 A working email address to receive your QR code
  • 💳 Payment for the iVisa service fee if using our assistance

Temporary Visitor Visa (9a)*

Purpose: Tourism, business visits, medical treatment, short study (non-degree), sports/cultural events, transit, yacht/sailor activities, journalism, filmmaking

Validity: Up to 3 months (single) or 6–12 months (multiple)

Entries: Single/multiple

Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer this visa*

Seafarer Visa (9c)*

Purpose: Crew or seafarers on vessels docking in the Philippines

Validity: Covers duration of stay as seaman; standard stay limits apply

Entries: Single

Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer this visa*

Treaty Trader/Investor Visa (9d)

Purpose: For nationals of treaty countries (USA, Japan, Germany) conducting trade/investment under existing treaties

Validity: As specified in bilateral treaties

Entries: Multiple

Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer this visa*

Accredited Official Visa (9e)*

Purpose: Foreign government officials, UN/international organization reps and their staff

Validity: Based on mission duration

Entries: Single/multiple

Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer this visa*

Student Visa (9f)*

Purpose: For enrollment in formal academic programs higher than high school

Validity: Duration of course

Entries: Multiple

Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer this visa*

Pre-arranged Employment Visa (9g)*

Purpose: Work in the Philippines under employer contract, including missionaries

Validity: Duration of employment

Entries: Multiple

Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer this visa*

Immigrant Visa (13a)*

Purpose: Spouse or unmarried child (under the age of 21) of Filipino citizen

Validity: Permanent residency

Entries: Multiple

Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer this visa*

Special Investor’s Resident Visa (SIRV)*

Purpose: Foreign investors with at least USD 75,000 in approved PH corporations

Validity: Indefinite, though tied to investment status

Entries: Multiple

Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer this visa*

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Philippines visa policy

Citizens of most ASEAN countries can enter the Philippines visa-free for up to 30 days for tourism or family visits, provided they hold a passport valid for at least six months beyond arrival and possess a return or onward ticket. Nationals from over 150 countries, including the US, UK, EU member states, Canada, Australia, and Japan, also enjoy visa-free entry for 14, 21, or 30 days, depending on nationality. Stays under visa-free entry may be extended through the Bureau of Immigration for an additional 29 days, with further extensions possible in-country for longer stays.

For travelers requiring a visa, the 9(a) Temporary Visitor Visa covers tourism, business, medical treatment, short-term studies, and family visits. Applications are made online.

Longer stays or specialized purposes such as employment, academic studies, investment, and retirement fall under the Philippines’ immigrant, non-immigrant, and special resident visa categories. These require additional documentation, sponsorships, and pre-approval by Philippine authorities before travel or upon arrival under specific conditions.

All travelers entering the Philippines must have a passport valid for at least six months beyond arrival and sufficient blank pages for entry stamps. An eTravel Card is also required for all inbound travelers and should be submitted within 72 hours before departure to quicken immigration processing and comply with health protocols.

Travelers are advised to check the official Bureau of Immigration and Philippine embassy websites for the most current requirements before making travel plans.

Philippines visa prices

Philippines eTravel Card

Prices starting from $69.99

Valid for 1 month after issued
Single entry
Stay up to 30 days per entry

Fast facts

Most common language(s)

Filipino, English

Most common visa(s)

Philippines Tourist Visa / eTravel

Most common applicant nationality

India

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Travelers to Philippines rated this product a 4.8 out of 5 based on 17 reviews.
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Wayne Hannan
November 22, 2025
"Thanks for your assistance in helping to get my visa"
Stellan G.
May 26, 2025
"A smooth, hassle free experience from start to finish"
Liv A.
May 13, 2025
"The document was delivered very quickly"
Cassius B.
May 7, 2025
"The process was incredibly simple thank you!"
Indie V.
April 29, 2025
"User-friendly experience with clear communication and well set expectations"
Eliana K.
April 8, 2025
"the form was simple to fill out and easy to understand!!"
Thiago R.
April 2, 2025
"Efficient service and delivered on time"
Adrian H.
March 25, 2025
"Your services alleviated my concerns, making the whole process much less stressful!"
Grace L.
April 12, 2025
"The application was straightforward and easy to complete"
Susan N.
January 29, 2025
"Clear and simple instructions to follow."

FAQs

Whether you need a visa depends on your nationality. Citizens from most ASEAN countries, the US, UK, EU, Australia, Japan, and over 150 others can enter the Philippines visa-free for 14, 21, or 30 days for tourism or family visits if they hold a passport valid for at least six months and an onward or return ticket. Travelers from countries without visa-free agreements must apply for a visa at a Philippine embassy or consulate before travel.
Most travelers can stay in the Philippines for up to 30 days without a visa, depending on nationality, with the option to extend for an additional 29 days at a Bureau of Immigration office. Further extensions are possible, allowing some travelers to stay up to 36 months on a tourist visa if they apply for regular extensions and pay the necessary fees.
Yes, all travelers entering or exiting the Philippines must complete the eTravel Card within 72 hours before their departure to or from the Philippines. This digital arrival and departure card replaces paper arrival cards and health declarations, helping speed up immigration processing and ensuring compliance with Philippine entry requirements.
Travelers need a passport valid for at least six months beyond the date of arrival, a return or onward ticket, and proof of completed eTravel Card with the QR code ready to present at check-in and upon arrival. If a visa is required for your nationality, you must have an approved visa in your passport before travel.
Yes, visitors in the Philippines can apply for an extension of stay through the Bureau of Immigration. An initial extension of 29 days is available, and further extensions can be granted in increments, allowing eligible travelers to stay for up to 36 months as tourists, provided they comply with extension rules and pay applicable fees.

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