Indian tourists can now visit the Philippines without a visa

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) of the Philippines has announced that Indian nationals will be granted visa-free entry for tourism purposes starting June 8, 2025. This policy aims to boost tourism arrivals from India, aligning with the Philippine Government’s efforts to expand tourism engagement with Indian travellers. According to the DFA, Indian nationals may now enter the Philippines without a visa for a non-extendible and non-convertible period of 14 days, provided they present a passport valid for at least six months beyond their intended stay, confirmed hotel accommodation or booking, proof of financial capacity, and a return or onward ticket to another destination. Furthermore, Indian nationals who hold valid and current visas or residence permits from the United States, Japan, Australia, Canada, Schengen Area, Singapore, or the United Kingdom (AJACSSUK) will be allowed to enter the Philippines visa-free for a non-extendible period of 30 days for tourism purposes. These travellers must also present a passport valid for at least six months beyond their planned stay and a return or onward ticket to their next destination. The DFA emphasised that these visa-free privileges are strictly for tourism and must be availed of at any Philippine port of entry. They are not convertible to other visa-based stays or admission status categories. Additionally, Indian nationals must not have any derogatory record with the Bureau of Immigration (BI) to qualify for visa-free entry. Indian travellers who wish to transit through the Philippines or stay for longer periods, as well as those traveling for non-tourism activities, are still required to apply for an appropriate visa at a Philippine Embassy or Consulate in their home country, country of legal residence, or any country that requires entry visas for Indian nationals. For eligible travellers, the DFA also noted that Indian nationals can apply for e-Visas through the official Philippine e-Visa website (evisa.gov.ph). However, e-Visas cannot be extended or converted to other visa-based stays or admission status categories.