Archive · 28 May 2025
Philippines to Offer Visa-Free Travel for Indian Tourists
The Philippines is making it easier for Indian citizens to visit.
Starting May 2025, Indian tourists can enter without a visa for up to 14 days, exclusively for tourism purposes.
Those with valid visas or residency from Australia, Japan, the USA, Canada, Schengen countries, Singapore, or the UK can stay visa-free for up to 30 days.
A valid passport, proof of accommodation, return ticket, and financial means are needed.
Indian citizens can also apply for a 30-day e-visa if they do not meet visa-free criteria.
The Philippines has introduced visa-free entry options for Indian tourists.
Indian citizens can stay for up to 14 days visa-free for tourism.
A 30-day visa-free stay is available for those with visas or residency in specific countries.
The 14 and 30-day visa-free entries are non-extendable.
E-visa option is available for those not meeting the requirements.
- Who
- Indian tourists
- What
- Introduced two new visa-free entry options for Indian nationals
- When
- May 2025
- Where
- Philippines
- Why
- To boost tourism and strengthen ties
- Visa-free stay (tourism)
- 14 days
- Visa-free stay (with specific visas/residency)
- 30 days
- Purpose of travel
- Tourism
- Passport validity required
- Six months beyond stay
- Countries for 30-day visa-free eligibility
- AJACSSUK
- Alternative visa option
- E-visa
