Got a Philippine passport? Then you know that traveling is fun. But applying for visas? Not so much. I remember hearing people say, “na-deny US visa ko e.” It can be really frustrating! Knowing the list of Visa free countries for Filipinos can save you time and stress.
Good news! There are now more Visa-free destinations for Filipinos than ever before. Wanna hand in your DS160 form for a US visa, or just travel more? You can start with these countries. It’s simple, affordable, and helps build your travel history.
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Tourist Visas Explained
A visa is your key to visiting another country. It has all important details about you. When can you enter? How long can you stay? What can you do there? It’s all in there!
Here are the different types:
- Visa-Free – You can enter without applying for a visa. You just need a passport that’s valid for at least 6 months. A return ticket, hotel booking, and pocket money can be important, too.
- Visa-on-Arrival (VOA) – No need to apply before flying. When you arrive, you pay the fee. Get the visa at the airport.
- Visa-Required – You need to go to an embassy or through an approved travel agent. Bring your proof of income, certificates, and old visas. Some common destinations that need it are the United Kingdom (UK), United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Korea.
- e-Visa – Apply online. No sticker or stamp is placed on your passport. Your visa is saved in the system and linked to your passport number.
Complete List of Visa-Free Countries for Philippines Passport Holders (and Visa-on-Arrival)
ASEAN Countries
Country |
Visa Status |
Visa Cost | Requirements |
| Brunei | 14 Days | Free | Return ticket |
| Cambodia | 30 Days | Free | Return ticket |
| Indonesia | 30 Days | Free | Return ticket |
| Laos | 30 Days | Free | Return ticket |
| Malaysia | 30 Days | Free | Return ticket |
| Myanmar | 14 Days | Free | Return ticket |
| Singapore | 30 Days | Free | Return ticket |
| Thailand | 30 Days | Free | Return ticket |
| Vietnam | 21 Days | Free | Return ticket |
Rest of Asia
Country |
Visa Status |
Visa Cost | Requirements |
| Armenia | VOA or e-Visa | Local currency | Entry via Yerevan Airport, passport valid 6 months |
| Hong Kong | 14 Days | Return or onward ticket | |
| Iran | 30 Days VOA | Free at Kish or Qeshm | Return ticket, proof of funds |
| Israel | Up to 90 Days | Return or onward ticket | |
| Kyrgyzstan | 30 Days VOA (You must enter through Manas International Airport) | Hotel vouchers, return or onward ticket | |
| Macau | 30 Days | Return or onward ticket, proof of funds (at least MOP 5000.-) | |
| Maldives | 30 Days VOA | Free | Hotel booking, USD 50 per day, return ticket |
| Mongolia | 21 Days | Return or onward ticket | |
| Nepal | 90 Days VOA | ||
| Sri Lanka | 30 Days ETA on arrival | Return or onward ticket | |
| Taiwan | 14 Days | Free | Return ticket |
Africa
30 Days VOA Free
Country |
Visa Status |
Visa Cost | Requirements |
| Cape Verde Islands | VOA | ||
| Comoros | 45 Days VOA | Return or onward ticket | |
| Djibouti | 31 Days VOA | ||
| The Gambia | 90 Days | Return or onward ticket, entry clearance from the Gambian Immigration before travel | |
| Guinea-Bissau | 90 Days VOA | ||
| Kenya | 90 Days VOA | $50 | Return ticket, at least USD 500 |
| Madagascar | 90 Days VOA | $27 | Return ticket, proof of stay |
| Mauritius | 60 Days VOA | ||
| Morocco | 90 Days | Free | Return or onward ticket |
| Mozambique | 30 Days VOA at Beira, Nampula, Maputo, Pemba, Tete, and Vilankulo Airports | $50 for 30 Days Single Entry | Return or onward ticket, funds to support their stay, and proof of purpose of visit |
| Rwanda | 90 Days | $50 for 30 days | |
| Senegal | 90 Days VOA | official invitation letter, return or onward ticket | |
| Seychelles | 90 Days VOA | Free | Return ticket, hotel booking, USD 150 a day |
| Tanzania | 30 Days VOA | $50 | Return ticket |
| Togo | 7 Days VOA | Return or onward ticket, 3 passport photos | |
| Uganda | VOA | $50 for 300 days | Return or onward ticket, contact details of a person or organization in Uganda, and an address and phone number of the place of stay in Uganda, proof of the purpose of stay and funds to cover the stay, documents required for the next destination |
| Zambia | E-Visa – Preapproved | $50 | Return or onward ticket |
Central America
Country |
Visa Status |
Visa Cost | Requirements |
| Costa Rica | 90 Days | Free | Return ticket |
| Nicaragua | 90 Days VOA | $50 | Return ticket, tourist card |
Caribbean
Country |
Visa Status |
Visa Cost | Requirements |
| Anguilla | 21 Days (Visa Required) | ||
| Dominica | 21 Days | ||
| Haiti | 90 Days | Free | Return ticket, local contact address |
| Saint Vincent and The Grenadines | 30 Days | Free | Return ticket |
Europe
Country |
Visa Status |
Visa Cost | Requirements |
| Georgia | 30 Days e-Visa | $20-50 | Return ticket, travel insurance, proof of funds, GCC residents get easy access |
Oceania / Pacific Islands
Country |
Visa Status |
Visa Cost | Requirements |
| Cook Islands | 31 Days | Return or onward ticket | |
| Fiji | 120 Days | Free | Return ticket |
| Marshall Islands | 90 Days VOA | ||
| Micronesia | 30 Days | ||
| Nauru | Return or onward ticket, entry permit (visa letter) | ||
| Niue | 30 Days | Return or onward ticket | |
| Palau | 30 Days VOA | Proof of funds to cover the stay (USD 200.- per week), documents need for their next destination | |
| Papua New Guinea | 60 Days VOA | Entry at Port Moresby / Rabaul airports, return ticket | |
| Samoa | 60 Days VOA | Free | Return ticket |
| Tuvalu | 30 Days VOA | Return or onward ticket | |
| Vanuatu | 30 Days | Return or onward ticket |
South America
Country |
Visa Status |
Visa Cost | Requirements |
| Bolivia | 90 Days | ||
| Brazil | 90 Days | Free | Return ticket |
| Colombia | 90 Days | Free | Return ticket, hotel booking, proof of funds |
| Ecuador | 90 Days | ||
| Peru | 183 Days | Free | Return ticket |
| Suriname | 90 Days | Return or onward ticket |
Tip: I always carry my own passport holder. I also pack light luggage.
Entry Requirements Common to Visa Applications
Each country has different rules. But here are what you should prepare:
- Passport (valid for 6 months)
- Any past visas
- Visa application form (print or fill out online)
- Passport-size photos
- Latest bank statements or other proof of income (often called “show money”).
- Round-trip or onward flight reservations – refundable options are best, just in case plans change.
- Hotel bookings, again, refundable is best.
- Letter of invitation (if visiting someone)
- Travel insurance for health
- Visa fees (cash or card)
QUICK TIP: Visit the official website of the country. Visa rules change often!
Some travelers consider countries like Greece, Belgium, Kosovo, Serbia, and Dominican Republic. They make it part of their Schengen itineraries.
Which Country Would You Like to Visit First?
For Filipino passport holders, it’s easier to travel than you think. There are many visa-free countries you can visit. Some others even offer VOA or e-Visas.
No more long lines at embassies or complicated papers!
Start small and go far. Swim in Thailand. Eat in Vietnam. Hike in Peru. Your passport can take you there!
Pack things for emergencies, like a Swiss knife. It’s not just for self-defense. It also helps when you go camping or hiking and need to cut things.
Share this guide with your friends and other Filipino travelers. Bookmark it for your next trip. Let’s travel smart and plan our next country of destination now!
FAQs
Yes. The officers need proof of a return or onward flight. This shows that you don’t plan to stay too long. It’s common for both visa-free and visa-on-arrival entries.
An extended stay may result in fines or blacklisting. Always check your allowed length of stay. Also, follow the rules. If you need more time, ask about residence permits.
No. Visa-free entry is usually for tourism purposes only. If you want to work, study, or stay, apply for the right visa. Visit the embassy of the countries you’re visiting.
Not always. A country may allow visa-free entry. But the officers still have the right not to let you enter. There might be temporary travel restrictions, too. Make sure you have all your documents ready.