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Philippines Visa for American Citizens

Visa-free30 days max stay

Yes — American passport holders can enter Philippines visa-free for up to 30 days as of 2026.

Visa-free under Executive Order No. 408. Initial 30-day stay; extendable.

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Entering Philippines on an American passport

  • → Travel with just your valid American passport. No visa or prior application needed.
  • See the exact document checklist for American applicants, by visa type.
  • → Confirm the latest rules on the destination's official government page before you book.

Documents required for American applicants

The exact documents American citizens must submit for Philippines, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.

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Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/phl/travel-insurance) - Applicant must attend appointment in-person - Printed or electronic copy of appointment confirmation - Completed and printed online application form (OPAS form) - Electronic copy of completed OPAS form - Latest Philippine electronic Passport - Photocopy of the latest ePassport’s biographical details page - Valid ID * - Photocopy of valid ID - For Dual Citizens, also bring the following: - Original Dual Citizenship Documents issued by any Philippine Foreign Service Post or Dual Citizenship Identification Certificate issued by the Philippine Bureau of Immigration - Photocopy of Dual Citizenship Documents or Dual Citizenship Identification Certificate - Original, readable PSA/NSO Birth Certificate (for adult applicants renewing an e-Passport for the first time after re-acquiring Philippine Citizenship ) - Photocopy of PSA/NSO Birth Certificate (if applicable) - Original, readable PSA/NSO Marriage Contract (for married women using their spouse’s last name and are renewing an e-Passport for the first time after re-acquiring Philippine Citizenship ) *Accepted Forms of ID - Permanent Resident Card - State ID - Driver’s License - Philippine government-issued ID (please refer to https://consular.dfa.gov.ph/list-of-acceptable-ids-passport (https://consular.dfa.gov.ph/list-of-acceptable-ids-passport) for the list of acceptable IDs for passport applications) - Foreign passport

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Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/phl/travel-insurance) - Applicant must attend appointment in-person. - Applicant must be accompanied by either parent or an adult legal guardian/representative. - Printed or electronic appointment confirmation - Completed and printed online application form (OPAS form) - Electronic copy of completed OPAS form - Latest Philippine e-Passport - Photocopy of the latest e-Passport’s biographical details page (pages 2 and 3) - PSA/NSO Birth Certificate (must be original and readable) - Photocopy of the PSA/NSO Birth Certificate - IN ADDITION to the above items, bring the following: - If the applicant is a Dual Citizen, bring the following: - Original Dual Citizenship Documents issued by any Philippine Foreign Service Post or Dual Citizenship Identification Certificate issued by the Philippine Bureau of Immigration - Photocopy of the Dual Citizenship Documents or Dual Citizenship Identification Certificate - If the person accompanying the minor is the mother, bring the following: - Valid ID* of the mother. The name on the ID should match the name indicated on the PSA/NSO Birth Certificate. - Photocopy of the valid ID - If the person accompanying the minor is the father AND the minor’s parents are married, bring the following: - PSA/NSO Marriage Certificate - Photocopy of Marriage Certificate - Valid ID* of the father. The name on the ID should match the name indicated on the PSA/NSO Birth Certificate. - Photocopy of this ID - If the person accompanying the minor is the father AND the minor’s parents are not married, bring the following: - Valid ID* of the father. The name on the ID should match the name indicated on the PSA/NSO Birth Certificate. - Photocopy of this ID - Special Power of Attorney (SPA). If the mother is outside US, the SPA must be authenticated by the Philippine Embassy/Consulate/DFA where the mother is physically located. - Affidavit of Support and Consent to Travel (ASC). If the mother is outside US, the ASC must be authenticated by the Philippine Embassy/Consulate/DFA where the mother is physically located. - If the person accompanying the minor is a legal guardian/representative, bring the following: - Valid ID* of the guardian/representative - Photocopy of this ID - Photocopy of the mother’s valid ID*. The name on the ID should match the name indicated on the PSA/NSO Birth Certificate. - Photocopy of the father’s valid ID*. The name on the ID should match the name indicated on the PSA/NSO Birth Certificate. - Special Power of Attorney (SPA). If the mother is outside US, the SPA must be authenticated by the Philippine Embassy/Consulate/DFA where the mother is physically located. - Affidavit of Support and Consent to Travel (ASC). If the mother is outside US, the ASC must be authenticated by the Philippine Embassy/Consulate/DFA where the mother is physically located. *Accepted Forms of ID - Permanent Resident Card - State ID - Driver’s License - Philippine government-issued ID (please refer to https://consular.dfa.gov.ph/list-of-acceptable-ids-passport (https://consular.dfa.gov.ph/list-of-acceptable-ids-passport) for the list of acceptable IDs for passport applications) - Foreign passport

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Philippines visa for United States citizens — FAQ

Do American citizens need a visa for Philippines?

Yes — American passport holders can enter Philippines visa-free for up to 30 days as of 2026.

How long can American citizens stay in Philippines?

American passport holders can stay in Philippines for up to 30 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.

What documents do American citizens need for Philippines?

A valid passport plus the Philippines document checklist for your visa type — Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.

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