Last Updated on October 9, 2020 by OJ Maño
Did you know that there are 70+ visa-free countries for Filipinos? Yes, there are a number of countries that offer absolutely Visa-free entry to Philippine passport holders. This is good news since we love to travel, especially us, Bulakenyos.
Disclaimer: The list of visa-free countries for Filipinos (Philippine passport holders) changes every year. Please double-check with the immigration website of your destination country before booking anything. You should also check if your flight requires a Transit Visa when disembarking or having a layover on another country may require such.
Note: These destinations are visa-free for tourists and limited duration entry only. Filipinos still need to get visas for these countries for other purposes that would require them to stay longer — e.g., work, study, etc.
Understand the Different Types of Visas
Visa-free means these countries allow PH passport holders to enter their borders without the need for Visa. These visa-free countries for Filipinos will allow you tostay there for a period of time, mostly for tourist purposes and short business trips.
Visa On Arrival (VOA) means the visa is acquired at the airport, seaport, or point of entry of the said country. Expect to pay a fee for this type of visa.
Electronic Visa (e-Visa) requires you to apply for an online visa through the embassy or immigration website of your destination country prior to your trip. Once approved, you need to print this out and attach it to your passport. You have to bring this and show it to the immigration officer at the airport or seaport upon entry.
Visa Required means that you need to acquire a visa (stamped onto your passport by the embassy) before the host country allows you to enter their borders.
A Transit Visa is a visa that is valid for a very short period. Depending on your nationality and destination country, you may need to have a transit visa to make a connection to a foreign airport or cross through a foreign country.
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15 Visa-free Countries for Filipinos in Asia
| 15 Asian Countries | Length of Stay |
|---|---|
| Brunei Darussalam | 14 days |
| Cambodia | 21 days |
| Indonesia | 30 days |
| Israel | 90 days |
| Hong Kong | 14 days |
| Laos | 30 days |
| Macau | 30 days |
| Malaysia | 30 days |
| Mongolia | 21 days |
| Myanmar | 14 days |
| Singapore | 30 days |
| Taiwan | 14 days (Taiwan government extended the visa-free program for Filipinos until July 31, 2021) |
| Thailand | 30 days |
| Vietnam | 21 days |
11 Asian Countries with Visa on Arrival or e-Visa Requirement for Filipinos
| 11 Asian Countries | Length of Stay |
|---|---|
| Armenia | 120 days with e-Visa |
| Georgia | 30 days with e-Visa |
| India | 60 days with e-Visa and must arrive through 24 designated airports and /or 3 designated seaports |
| Iran | 30 days with a Visa on arrival available at any of Iran’s International Airports |
| Kyrgyzstan | 1 month with a Visa on arrival available at Manas International Airport |
| Maldives | 30 days with a Visa on arrival |
| Nepal | 90 days with a Visa on arrival |
| Sri Lanka | 30 days with a Visa on arrival |
| Timor-Leste | 30 days with a Visa on arrival |
| Tajikistan | 45 days with a Visa on arrival at Dushanbe International Airport |
| Russia | 8 days with e-Visa and exclusive to Kaliningrad Oblast and Leningrad region |
5 Visa-free Countries for Filipinos in Oceania
| 5 Oceania Countries | Length of Stay |
|---|---|
| Cook Islands | 31 days |
| Fiji | 4 Months |
| Niue | 30 days |
| Micronesia | 30 days |
| Vanuatu | 30 days |
5 Oceania Countries with Visa on Arrival Requirement for Filipinos
| 5 Oceania Countries | Length of Stay |
|---|---|
| Marshall Islands | 90 days |
| Palau Islands | 30 days |
| Papua New Guinea | 60 days |
| Samoa | 60 days |
| Tuvalu | 1 month |
7 Visa-free Countries for Filipinos in South America
| 7 South American Countries | Length of Stay |
|---|---|
| Bolivia | 90 days |
| Brazil | 90 days |
| Colombia | 90 days with an available 90-day extension |
| Ecuador | 90 days |
| Peru | 183 days |
| Suriname | 90 days |
| Costa Rica | 30 days with available extensions of up to 90 days |
South American Country with Visa on Arrival Requirement for Filipinos
| South American Country | Length of Stay |
|---|---|
| Nicaragua | 90 days with a Visa on arrival |
3 Visa-free Countries for Filipinos In the Caribbean
| 3 Caribbean Countries | Length of Stay |
|---|---|
| Barbados | |
| Haiti | 3 months |
| St Vincent and the Grenadines | 1 month |
4 Caribbean Countries with Visa on Arrival Requirement for Filipinos
| 4 Caribbean Countries | Length of Stay |
|---|---|
| Dominica | 21 days |
| Saint Lucia (St. Lucia) | 6 weeks |
| Trinidad and Tobago | |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | 30 days with e-Visa |
5 Visa-free Countries for Filipinos in Africa
| 5 African Countries | Length of Stay |
|---|---|
| Ivory Coast (Cote d’Ivoire) | 90 days |
| Morocco | 90 days |
| Gambia | 90 days |
| Rwanda | 90 days |
| Senegal | 90 days |
18 African Countries with Visa on Arrival or e-Visa Application Requirement for Filipinos
| 18 African Countries | Length of Stay |
|---|---|
| Benin | 30 days with e-Visa |
| Cape Verde Islands | Visa on arrival |
| Comoros Islands | 45 days with a Visa on arrival |
| Djibouti | 31 days with a Visa on arrival |
| Guinea-Bissau | 90 days with a Visa on arrival |
| Kenya | 3 months with a Visa on arrival |
| Madagascar | 30 days with a Visa on arrival |
| Malawi | 90 days with a Visa on arrival |
| Mauritania | Visa on arrival at Nouakchott-Oumtounsy International Airport |
| Mauritius | 60 days with a Visa on arrival |
| Mozambique | 30 days with a Visa on arrival at Beira, Nampula, Maputo, Pemba, Tete, and Vilankulo Airports |
| Seychelles | 90 days with a Visa on arrival |
| Somalia | 30 days with a Visa on arrival |
| Tanzania | 90 days with a Visa on arrival |
| Togo | 7 days with a Visa on arrival |
| Uganda | Visa on arrival |
| Zambia | e-Visa |
| Zimbabwe | 90 days with e-Visa |
10 Smart Travel Tips for Bulakenyo Wanderers
- Your passport should have at least six months of validity to be allowed to travel overseas.
- Stick to your budget, but always leave a buffer.
- Travel in a group to get discounted rates.
- Travel light as much as you can.
- Travel agencies are God’s gift to travellers who don’t like going through the hassle of arranging everything themselves.
- Plan ahead and create an itinerary.
- Bring a reusable water bottle. This will save you a lot of money.
- You don’t need to buy souvenirs for all your family and friends.
- Take an extra bank card, pre-paid debit card, and credit card with you. Sometimes, your ATM or credit card may not work abroad. Call your local bank before your trip to check if you can use your card in your destination country.
- Be open-minded and adventurous. Don’t be afraid to try new things!