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Updated September 2024
Key takeaways
Philippines visa fees vary by type and duration, starting from USD 20 to USD 181.33.
Temporary visitor visas range from USD 30 for a single entry to USD 120 for multiple entries.
Seaman and transit visas range between USD 20 and USD 250.
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What is the Philippines visa price?
The Philippines provides various categories of visas for individuals from other countries who desire to travel, be employed, pursue education, or reside within the country. The fees associated with each visa category may differ based on factors such as visa type, duration of validity, and number of entries acknowledged.
Please note that these costs are subject to change depending on the specific embassy where one submits their application.
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Temporary visitor visa 9(A)
A temporary visitor visa is for non-immigrants who wish to visit the Philippines temporarily. It is suitable for individuals who plan to stay briefly in the country, whether for tourism, business-related matters, medical treatment, or religious pilgrimages.
For nationals of visa-free countries:
- Single Entry (Regular): USD 30
- Single Entry (Expedite): USD 40
- Multiple Entry (6 months validity): USD 60
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Multiple Entry (1-year validity): USD 90
For nationals of non-visa-free countries:
- Single Entry (3 months validity): USD 40
- Multiple Entry (6 months validity): USD 80
- Multiple Entry (1-year validity): USD 120
For Chinese nationals:
- Single Entry (3 months validity): USD 25
- Multiple Entry (3 months validity): USD 50
- Multiple Entry (6 months validity): USD 100
If you are visiting the Philippines exclusively for tourism, check out our dedicated Philippines tourist visa article to know more.
Seaman visa 9(C)
Foreign individuals working as seafarers and intending to board a ship in the Philippines can acquire a seaman visa. This particular visa falls under the category of non-immigrant visas. The cost varies depending on the number of crew members applying and the country of origin or application.
- Individual: USD 20
- Up to 40 crew members: USD 100
- From 41 to 100 crew members: USD 150
- From 101 to 200 crew members: USD 200
- Over 200 crew members: USD 250
Transit visa 9(B)
Those passing in transit to a destination outside the Philippines can apply for a transit visa. This visa permits the traveler to enter and stay in the country for up to 72 hours, equivalent to three days.
The cost of obtaining a transit visa 9(B) can range from USD 20 to USD 40.
Treaty trader/investor visa 9(D)
A treaty trader refers to a non-Filipino individual from the United States of America, Japan, or Germany coming into the Philippines exclusively to engage in business activities based on their country’s current commerce and navigation agreement with the Philippines.
The cost of obtaining this visa amounts to USD 172.20.
Student visa 9(F)
Suppose you’re planning to study in the Philippines. In that case, you need a student visa. However, to get one, you need to be at least 18 years of age at the time of enrollment, have sufficient means for education and support, and seek to enter the Philippines temporarily solely to take up a course of study higher than high school at a university, academy, college or school in the Philippines accredited by the Bureau of Immigration (BI).
The cost of acquiring the student visa 9(F) is USD 174.
Pre-arranged employment visa 9 (G)
Foreigners looking for employment opportunities in the Philippines through a registered company can apply for a Pre-Arranged employment visa. This visa enables holders to enter and exit the country multiple times while working, provided they have a valid Alien Employment Permit (AEP) issued by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE).
The principal price for the pre-arranged employment visa is USD 181.33. For detailed information, you may access the Pre-Arranged employment visa 9(G) guidelines.
Non-quota immigrant visas (13A-13G)
The 13(G) visa is a type of immigrant visa granted to individuals born in the Philippines and later became citizens of another country. They are returning to the Philippines with the intent of establishing permanent residency. Conversely, foreign spouses or unmarried minors (aged below 21 during visa application) of Filipino citizens fall under the 13(A) classification.
Both categories entail a fee amounting to USD 154.
