Do Indian citizens need a visa for the Philippines?

How to get permission to enter

1. Choose the correct visa category for your purpose (tourist, business, student, work, transit).
2. Book an appointment at the embassy, consulate or official visa application centre.
3. Prepare the supporting documents in the checklist below.
4. Attend your appointment for biometrics (fingerprints and photo) if required.
5. Allow processing time — often 2–8 weeks, longer in peak season.

Easier routes with a visa or residence permit you already hold

Indian citizens who hold one of these documents may enter the Philippines without applying for a regular visa.

• Visa-free · Up to 30 days

  With a valid Schengen, Australian, Canadian, Japanese, Singapore, UK, US visa or a Schengen, Australian, Canadian, Japanese, Singapore, UK, US residence permit.

  • Tourist, business or resident visa, or permanent residence, valid on arrival
  • Tourism or business only

  Visa policy of the Philippines (summary of official rules) ↗

Researched 25 Oct 2026 from official government pages and published visa-policy summaries. These rules change often — confirm with the official source before you travel.

• •Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned departure, with 2 blank pages
• •Return or onward flight booking
• •Accommodation booking or host address
• •Proof of funds (recent bank statements)
• •Travel insurance covering medical costs
• •Completed visa application form
• •Passport photos meeting the destination’s size rules
• •Bank statements for the last 3–6 months
• •Employment letter, business registration or proof of studies
• •Travel itinerary
• •Visa fee payment receipt
• •Copies of previous visas (if any)

Philippines missions in India

• Embassy of the Philippines in India50-N Nyaya Marg, ChanakyapuriOfficial website ↗

Embassy data from Wikidata (CC0). Check appointment systems on the embassy’s own website.