Do Indian citizens need a visa for Philippines?
The official link goes to evisa.gov.ph. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
Philippines entry rules for Indian citizens.
| Verdict | Visa-free |
|---|---|
| Document | None (eTravel registration only) |
| Stay | 14 days (non-extendable); 30 days (non-extendable) if holding a valid US, Japanese, Australian, Canadian, Schengen, Singapore or UK visa or residence permit |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for an Indian passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Philippines entry requirements.
Skip the form. $4.99 a traveller.
A NUM person files the Philippines eTravel on etravel.gov.ph for everyone in your group. NUM’s fee is $4.99 and the form itself is free. You answer any eligibility questions yourself, the decision goes to your own email, and your passport details are deleted the moment it’s filed. NUM isn’t the government and can’t promise approval.
The details for an Indian passport.
In force since 8 Jun 2025 (DFA policy page). 14-day route: tourism/business, non-extendable and non-convertible; needs passport valid 6 months beyond the stay, confirmed hotel booking, proof of financial capacity and return/onward ticket. 30-day route: valid US, Japan, Australia, Canada, Schengen, Singapore or UK visa or residence permit (tourism, non-extendable). Longer or other purposes: e-Visa/visa before travel. eTravel within 72 hours before arrival.
How long it must be valid.
At least 6 months' validity. US State Dept: 6 months beyond the end of the planned stay; FCDO: 6 months after arrival; Smartraveller: at least 6 months. Indian visa-free visitors: 6 months beyond the stay (DFA policy). Safest: 6 months beyond departure.
Recent changes in Philippines.
- 2025-06-08 — Visa-free entry for Indian nationals: 14 days (non-extendable, non-convertible), or 30 days with a valid US/Japan/Australia/Canada/Schengen/Singapore/UK visa or residence permit.
- 2025-07-01 — 14-day visa-free entry for Taiwan passport holders introduced (initially to 30 Jun 2026).
- 2025-11-03 — Philippine eVisa for residents of mainland China resumed via VFS Global: CNY 380 visa fee plus CNY 98 service fee (secondary source).
The short answers.
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Philippines?
No. Indian citizens don’t need a visa for the Philippines for stays of 14 days (non-extendable); 30 days (non-extendable) if holding a valid US, Japanese, Australian, Canadian, Schengen, Singapore or UK visa or residence permit.
How long can Indian citizens stay in Philippines?
14 days (non-extendable); 30 days (non-extendable) if holding a valid US, Japanese, Australian, Canadian, Schengen, Singapore or UK visa or residence permit. Longer stays need a different visa.
Where do Indian citizens apply?
On the official site, evisa.gov.ph. NUM links it and never charges for the link. If you’d rather not do the form, NUM can file it for you for $4.99 a traveller.
Does NUM issue Philippines visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.