Entry Requirements for U.S. Citizens: Philippines

Last checked: September 19, 2025. Entry rules are generally stable but can change without notice - check with the Embassy of the Philippines in Washington, D.C. or the U.S. Department of State before traveling.

Passport & Visa Requirements

• Passport validity: Your U.S. passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your date of entry.
• Blank pages: At least one blank page is required for entry and exit stamps.
• Visa requirement: U.S. citizens do not need a visa for stays of up to 30 days for tourism or business.
• Longer stays: For visits longer than 30 days, travelers must apply for a visa or extension from the Philippines Bureau of Immigration.

Entry Procedures

• Onward/return ticket: Travelers must present proof of onward or return travel when entering the Philippines.
• Proof of funds/accommodation: Immigration may request proof of hotel reservations or evidence of sufficient funds.
• Visa extensions: Tourist stays can be extended at the Bureau of Immigration in 29-day increments for a fee.

Health & Vaccinations

• Routine vaccinations: No mandatory vaccinations are required for entry from the U.S.
• Yellow fever: A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only if arriving from or transiting through a country with yellow fever risk.
• COVID-19: There are no COVID-related entry requirements (no proof of vaccination or testing as of 2025).

Traveling with Minors

• Parental authorization: Foreign minors traveling alone or with only one parent should carry a notarized parental consent letter from the non-traveling parent(s) to avoid delays at immigration.

Additional Restrictions & Considerations

• Currency declaration: Declare if carrying over PHP 50,000 or more than US$10,000 (or equivalent) in foreign currency when entering or leaving the Philippines.
• Security advisory: The U.S. Department of State currently advises Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution in the Philippines overall, and Level 4: Do Not Travel to the Sulu Archipelago and Marawi City due to terrorism and civil unrest.
• Overstays: Overstaying the authorized 30-day period without an approved extension can result in fines, detention, and deportation.