Good News! Philippines Is Now Visa-Free For Indians & Here’s All You Need To Know About It

We come bearing good news for all the travel lovers! The Philippines has joined the list of countries offering visa-free entry to Indian passport holders. The Embassy of the Philippines in New Delhi announced two new short-term visa-free entry options, alongside the existing e-visa system, and here’s all about it.

Philippines Is Now Visa-Free For Indians

According to NDTV, planning a trip to the Philippines has become a lot easier as the country has introduced visa-free entry for Indian nationals. Amid the growing travel interest from Indian travellers for the beautiful Philippines’ beaches, islands, and landscapes, this move will help boost and encourage tourism development.

As of May 2025, Indian passport holders can now benefit from two types of short-term visa-free entry to the Philippines. Each of these visas has distinct eligibility requirements. The two categories are –

• 14-day visa-free entry
• 30-day visa-free entry

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14-Day Visa-Free Entry: Eligibility, Requirements & All About It

The first category allows Indians to visit the Philippines for tourism for up to 14 days without applying for a visa. However, this is strictly non-extendable and cannot be converted into another visa type.

Eligibility

1. Travel for tourism purposes only.
2. Your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond the stay.
3. Must have proof of accommodation (like hotel bookings) and return or onward ticket.
4. Evidence of sufficient funds for the trip (like bank statements or employment certificates).
5. No negative immigration history in the Philippines.

This visa is valid through major international airports, secondary airports, and seaports as well.

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30-Day Visa-Free Entry: Eligibility, Requirements & All About It

This category is for Indian citizens holding valid visas/permanent residency from the following countries –

Australia
Japan
America
Canada
Schengen countries
Singapore
United Kingdom

Eligibility

These countries are collectively referred to as AJACSSUK. Indian residents with visas/permanent residency to these countries are eligible for a 30-day visa-free stay in the Philippines. All other requirements are similar to those outlined in the 14-day visa-free entry requirements. Furthermore, this stay is non-extendable and valid for tourism only.

Also Read: Philippines Launches E-Visa System To Make Travel Seamless For Indian Travellers; How To Apply, Visa Fee & More Inside

So, are you excited to plan a trip to the Philippines soon? Let us know in the comments.

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