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Philippines visit visa: visa-free for Indians
Since 8 June 2025, Indian tourists can enter the Philippines visa-free for 14 days, and for 30 days if you hold a valid US, UK, Schengen, Australian, Canadian, Japanese, or Singapore visa or residence permit. For a longer trip there is the 9(a) e-Visa, up to 59 days. Every traveller also registers free on eTravel before arrival.
Data current as of June 2026
What you need to visit the Philippines
The Philippines became much easier for Indian travellers in 2025. For a short trip you often do not need a visa at all, and how long you can stay visa-free depends on one simple question: do you already hold a visa from certain countries?
Under the policy effective from 8 June 2025, Indian nationals can enter the Philippines visa-free for a non-extendible 14 days for tourism or business. If you hold a valid and current American, Japanese, Australian, Canadian, Schengen, Singapore, or United Kingdom visa or residence permit, together known as the AJACSSUK group, you can enter visa-free for 30 days for tourism instead. Both are granted at any port of entry and cannot be extended or converted.
For a stay longer than your visa-free days, or for other purposes, you apply for the 9(a) Temporary Visitor e-Visa online before you travel, which allows up to 59 days. One requirement applies to everyone, whichever route you use: you must register on the free eTravel system before arrival. This page is a full guide: the two visa-free tiers, the AJACSSUK rule, the eTravel step, the 9(a) e-Visa, the fees, the documents, and the process.
Do you hold one of these visas?
This is the key question for Indian travellers. If you already hold a valid visa or residence permit from any one of these seven, your visa-free stay doubles from 14 to 30 days.
The AJACSSUK group
A valid and current visa or residence permit from any one of these opens up 30-day visa-free entry for tourism:
United Kingdom
Schengen
Australia
Canada
Japan
Singapore
The visa or permit must be valid when you travel. A Schengen visa from any Schengen member state qualifies. If it has expired, you use the 14-day entry or apply for the 9(a) e-Visa.
Source: Philippine Embassy in New Delhi (newdelhipe.dfa.gov.ph) and the Philippine eVisa portal (evisa.gov.ph), current for 2026. Indian nationals holding a valid and current American, Japanese, Australian, Canadian, Schengen, Singapore, or United Kingdom visa or residence permit may enter visa-free for a non-extendible 30 days for tourism, on a passport valid six months beyond the stay and with a return or onward ticket. Rules can change, so confirm before you travel.
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14, 30, or 59 days: pick your route
There are three ways an Indian traveller can visit the Philippines, and the right one depends on how long you want to stay and what you already hold.
For all Indian tourists
No visa needed. Carry a hotel booking, funds, and a return ticket. Non-extendible.
With an AJACSSUK visa
If you hold a valid US, UK, Schengen, Australian, Canadian, Japanese, or Singapore visa or permit.
The 9(a) e-Visa
Apply online before travel for a longer stay. Single or multiple entry.
Source: Philippine Embassy in New Delhi (newdelhipe.dfa.gov.ph) and the Philippine eVisa portal (evisa.gov.ph), current for 2026. The 14-day and 30-day visa-free entries are non-extendible and non-convertible, while the 9(a) Temporary Visitor e-Visa allows up to 59 days per visit and is applied for online before travel. None allow paid work. Categories can change, so confirm current details before you travel.
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eTravel: the step everyone forgets
Whichever route you use, every traveller must register on eTravel before arriving. It is the single most missed step, and it is checked before you board.
Free
No charge on the official site. Avoid third-party sites that charge.
Within 72 hours
Register within 3 days before arrival, and after your e-Visa if you have one.
QR code
You get a QR code to show before boarding and at the airport.
Browser only
It is a website, not an app. There is no official mobile app.
Source: Philippine eTravel portal (etravel.gov.ph), current for 2026. eTravel is a free, mandatory online registration for all travellers that replaced the paper arrival and health declaration cards, completed within 72 hours before arrival, producing a QR code to present before boarding. It is browser-based with no official mobile app, and it is not a visa. Use only the official site. Rules can change, so confirm before you travel.
Philippines visit options compared
The ways to visit the Philippines differ in stay and how you qualify. This table compares the main ones for Indian travellers.
| Option | How you qualify | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| 14-day visa-free | All Indian tourists | 14 days |
| 30-day visa-free | Hold an AJACSSUK visa or permit | 30 days |
| 9(a) e-Visa, single | Online at evisa.gov.ph | Up to 59 days |
| 9(a) e-Visa, multiple | Online, 6 months or 1 year | 59 days per visit |
| eTravel | Free, all travellers | Required either way |
Source: Philippine Embassy in New Delhi (newdelhipe.dfa.gov.ph) and the eVisa portal (evisa.gov.ph), current for 2026. The 14-day and 30-day visa-free entries are non-extendible, the 9(a) e-Visa allows up to 59 days per visit as single entry valid three months or multiple entry valid six months or one year, and eTravel is free and required on every route. None of the visit options allow paid work. Categories can change, so confirm current details before you travel.
For most Indian tourists the 14-day or 30-day visa-free entry plus eTravel is all that is needed. We confirm the right option for your trip.
Documents you need for the Philippines
What you carry depends on your route, but a few documents apply to everyone. This table shows what to have ready at the airport.
| Document | Who needs it | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Passport | All travellers | Valid 6 months beyond your stay, machine-readable |
| eTravel QR code | All travellers | Free, within 72 hours before arrival |
| Return or onward ticket | All travellers | Confirmed, within your permitted stay |
| Hotel booking | 14-day entry | Confirmed accommodation |
| Proof of funds | 14-day entry | Proof of financial capacity |
| AJACSSUK visa | 30-day entry | Valid US, UK, Schengen, and similar |
Source: Philippine Embassy in New Delhi (newdelhipe.dfa.gov.ph) and the eVisa portal (evisa.gov.ph), current for 2026. All travellers need a passport valid six months beyond the stay, an eTravel QR code, and a return or onward ticket. The 14-day entry also needs a confirmed hotel booking and proof of financial capacity, while the 30-day entry needs a valid AJACSSUK visa or permit, with hotel and funds recommended. Confirm the current checklist before you travel.
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Philippines visit costs
Visa-free entry and eTravel cost nothing. You only pay if you need the 9(a) e-Visa. The table shows the main charges as a guide.
| Charge | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 14-day visa-free | Free | No visa fee |
| 30-day visa-free | Free | No visa fee, needs an AJACSSUK visa |
| eTravel | Free | No charge, online |
| 9(a) e-Visa | Varies by type | Includes a 25 US dollar convenience fee |
| Travel insurance | Varies | Recommended, not required |
Source: Philippine eVisa portal (evisa.gov.ph) and published guidance, current for 2026. Visa-free entry and eTravel are free. The 9(a) e-Visa fee depends on your nationality and whether it is single or multiple entry and includes a 25 US dollar convenience fee, commonly a few thousand rupees for a single-entry tourist e-Visa. Fees are non-refundable and the rupee cost depends on the exchange rate. Amounts can change, so confirm on the official portal before you apply.
For a short visit your only real cost is the trip itself, since visa-free entry and eTravel are free. We give you a clear, current cost picture if you do need the e-Visa.
The process, step by step
From checking your route to walking through immigration, the process runs along a few clear gates. The sequence below shows the six steps.
Check your tier
Confirm 14-day, 30-day with an AJACSSUK visa, or the 9(a) e-Visa for longer.
Apply for the e-Visa if needed
For a longer stay, apply online at evisa.gov.ph and allow 7 to 12 working days.
Get your documents
Passport valid 6 months, return ticket, hotel booking, and proof of funds.
Register on eTravel
Free, within 72 hours before arrival, after your e-Visa if you have one. Save the QR code.
Pack your proof
Carry a printed e-Visa if you have one, your AJACSSUK visa if relying on it, and your bookings.
Enter the Philippines
An officer checks your documents and decides entry. Then enjoy your trip.
Source: Philippine Embassy in New Delhi (newdelhipe.dfa.gov.ph), the eVisa portal (evisa.gov.ph), and the eTravel portal (etravel.gov.ph), current for 2026. Travellers confirm their route, apply for the 9(a) e-Visa if needed, prepare documents, register free on eTravel within 72 hours before arrival, then clear immigration, where an officer decides entry. A visa or visa-free status does not guarantee entry. Confirm current details before you travel.
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Philippines visit dos and donts
Visa-free travel is easy, but a few simple mistakes still cause problems at the airport. These dos and donts keep your arrival smooth.
Do the right things
- Confirm your tier before you book.
- Register free on eTravel within 72 hours of arrival.
- Carry your AJACSSUK visa if using the 30-day entry.
- Carry a confirmed return ticket and hotel booking.
- Keep your passport valid 6 months beyond your stay.
- Apply for the e-Visa early if you need a longer stay.
Do not do these
- Do not skip eTravel or use fake eTravel apps.
- Do not rely on an expired AJACSSUK visa for 30 days.
- Do not expect to extend a visa-free stay.
- Do not travel without a return or onward ticket.
- Do not work on a visit visa.
- Do not assume there is a visa on arrival.
Source: Philippine Embassy in New Delhi (newdelhipe.dfa.gov.ph) and the eTravel portal (etravel.gov.ph), current for 2026. eTravel is mandatory and free, the AJACSSUK visa must be valid for the 30-day entry, and the visa-free entries cannot be extended. There is no visa on arrival for Indians. Working on a visit is not allowed. Rules can change, so confirm current details.
What you can and cannot do
A visit, visa-free or on the 9(a) e-Visa, lets you do plenty as a tourist or short business visitor, within clear limits. Here is what is and is not allowed.
You can
- Relax on the beaches of Boracay and Palawan.
- Island-hop around Cebu and Bohol.
- Explore Manila’s history and Intramuros.
- See the Chocolate Hills and El Nido.
- Attend meetings on a business visit.
- Visit family and friends.
You cannot
- Take up paid employment in the Philippines.
- Study a long program on a visit.
- Extend a visa-free stay in country.
- Convert visa-free entry to another status.
- Enter without eTravel registration.
For work you need a 9(g) work visa, and study needs a student visa, both arranged in advance. We explain the rules and the right path for your plans.
Source: Philippine eVisa portal (evisa.gov.ph) and the Bureau of Immigration, current for 2026. A visit, whether visa-free or on the 9(a) e-Visa, is for tourism and short business only and does not allow paid work, which needs a 9(g) work visa. Visa-free entries are non-extendible and non-convertible. Rules can change, so confirm current details before you rely on them.
Stay, extension, and the rules
A visit is a short stay, and the visa-free entries cannot be extended. This table explains the stay, extension, and entry rules for Indian travellers.
| Item | Detail | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 14-day visa-free | 14 days | Non-extendible, non-convertible |
| 30-day visa-free | 30 days | With a valid AJACSSUK visa, non-extendible |
| 9(a) e-Visa | Up to 59 days | Single or multiple entry |
| Extension | Not on these routes | Apply in advance for a longer visa |
| eTravel | Always required | Free, within 72 hours before arrival |
Source: Philippine Embassy in New Delhi (newdelhipe.dfa.gov.ph) and the eVisa portal (evisa.gov.ph), current for 2026. The 14-day and 30-day visa-free entries are non-extendible and non-convertible, and the 9(a) e-Visa, up to 59 days, is non-extendable and non-convertible locally, so longer stays need a visa arranged in advance through a Philippine Embassy. eTravel is always required. Rules can change, so confirm before you travel.
The visit routes are for short stays, not for settling. If you want to work, study, or stay longer, a separate visa is needed. We explain the rules and the right path for your plans.
What officers look for at the border
Visa-free entry is easy, but an officer at the airport still decides whether to admit you. Arriving with the right documents for your route, and eTravel done, is what keeps it smooth.
Common reasons for being refused entry include a passport with less than six months validity, no confirmed return or onward ticket, no hotel booking or proof of funds on the 14-day entry, an expired AJACSSUK visa when relying on the 30-day entry, no eTravel registration, or a derogatory record with the Bureau of Immigration. Intending to work on a visit is another reason. Many issues can be avoided with the right preparation.
Indians can visit the Philippines visa-free for 14 days, or 30 days with a valid US, UK, Schengen, Australian, Canadian, Japanese, or Singapore visa or residence permit, under the policy from 8 June 2025. For a longer trip the 9(a) e-Visa allows up to 59 days, applied for online. The visa-free entries are non-extendible and non-convertible, every traveller must register free on eTravel before arrival, there is no visa on arrival, and an officer still decides entry.
Factual overview, verified against the Philippine Embassy in New Delhi (newdelhipe.dfa.gov.ph), the Philippine eVisa portal (evisa.gov.ph), and the eTravel portal (etravel.gov.ph), current as of June 2026. The visa-free privileges, the AJACSSUK rule, fees, and stay periods are set by the Philippine authorities and can change at any time. Entry is decided by an immigration officer.
Meeting the requirements keeps your arrival smooth, but the final decision rests with the Philippine authorities and the officer at the checkpoint. We give you a realistic view and help you arrive fully prepared.
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