Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
| USA | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
| Other EU | Yes | 1/2 | Yes |
PassportsPassports valid
for a minimum of six months beyond intended length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
VisasNot required by nationals referred to in the chart above providing they are:
(a)
1. bona fide foreign tourists (including business travelers) for stays of less than 21 days and holding passports valid for a minimum of six months beyond period of stay, and return or onward tickets (except nationals of
2. Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Slovenia who
do require a visa even if staying less than seven days);
(b) transit passengers continuing their journey to a third country within 72 hours provided holding onward or return documentation (some nationals are required to leave by the same or first connecting aircraft; enquire at embassy for details).
Visa Note(a) All tourists wishing to stay longer than 21 days need a visa. (b) Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see
General Info).
Types of Visa and CostTourist and
Business: £22 (single-entry, three months); £43 (multiple-entry, six months); £63 (multiple-entry, one year).
ValidityFor nationals of Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Slovenia, maximum stay of 30 days.
Applications to:Consulate (or consular section at embassy); see
General Info.
Working Days RequiredTwo to three working days.
WarningOn 29 November 2007, a group of rebel soldiers entered the Peninsula Hotel in Makati, Metro Manila, which was then surrounded by Philippine armed forces. Gunshots were fired. Travelers are advised to avoid the area surrounding the Peninsula Hotel and exercise caution, taking sensible precautions for personal safety. Travelers should avoid any large crowds, political gatherings and demonstrations. They should keep informed of developments and follow the advice of local authorities.
There is a high threat from terrorism throughout the Philippines. Terrorist groups continue to plan attacks and have the capacity and the intent to carry out these attacks at any time and anywhere in the country. Attacks could be indiscriminate and against civilian targets in public places including those frequented by foreigners. On 13 November 2007, a bomb exploded at Congress in Quezon City, Metro Manila, resulting in a number of deaths and injuries.
Travelers are advised against all travel to Mindanao because of ongoing terrorist activity. There are frequent terrorist attacks against civilian targets throughout Mindanao. On 5 October 2007, two bombs exploded in Kidapawan City reportedly killing two and injuring 30 others.
Travelers are also advised against all travel to the Sulu archipelago including Basilan, Tawi-Tawi and Jolo, where there are ongoing military and police operations against insurgent groups.
There is a threat of kidnapping throughout the Philippines. It is believed that terrorists and criminal elements plan to kidnap foreign tourists from islands and coastal areas in the southern Philippines - ie Mindanao and the Sulu archipelago. Kidnappings from other parts of the Philippines cannot be discounted. Boats traveling to and from offshore islands and dive sites are possible targets.
Penalties for illegal drug importation and use are severe.
Visitors are required to show some identity if requested by police; photocopies of the relevant pages of passports are allowed.
The typhoon season in the Philippines normally runs from July to November. This is also the rainy season and flooding and landslides may occur. Tropical Storm Mitag hit northern Luzon on 25 November 2007. There were reports that at least six people were killed. Tropical Storm Peipah hit Luzon on 5 November 2007. There were reports that at least 5 people were killed.
There are periodic outbreaks of Dengue Fever (including in Manila), for which there is no vaccination or immunization. Since the beginning of 2007, reports have indicated a significant increase in the number of Dengue Fever cases.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travelHealth | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Diphtheria | Yes | |
| Hepatitis A | Yes | |
| Malaria | Sometimes | |
| Rabies | Sometimes | |
| Tetanus | Yes | |
| Typhoid | Yes | |
| Yellow Fever | No* | |
Health CareHealth insurance is essential. Approximately three-quarters of the hospitals are private.
Note* A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers over one year of age arriving from an infected area.
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