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Do I need a visa to enter the country ?
There is a 21-day no visa entry to the Philippines for tourists and visitors from USA, Canada, Asia and most Western Europe countries. This 21-day visa privilege is permissible only if visitors have a valid passport and tickets to leave the country.
Visitors who wish to stay longer than 21 days must obtain a Visa extension from the Bureau of Immigration. Visas may be required for other visitors particularly from counties with which Philippines has no diplomatic tie. Visitors with Hongkong or Taiwan passports may need special permits. Vaccination certificates may be necessary for long term stay. |
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| Visa Validity |
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| Single-entry visas are valid for three months from the date of issuance. Multiple-entry visas are good for six or twelve months from the date of issuance depending on the request. Temporary Visitor's Visa is good up to 59 days. This may be extended at the local immigration office before the 59th day without penalty. |
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| Customs |
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Upon Arriving : Visitors are allowed to bring in duty free personal belongings. You may bring in unlimited amount of foreign currency.
Duty Free Items: Two 1-liter bottles of alcohol, and two cartoons cigarettes.
Upon Leaving : Any antiques you may have acquired during your stay must be accompanied by a certificate from the National Museum. You may also not take more than P5,000.00 (five thousand Philippine pesos) out of the country. |
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