Arrival form · checked 3 Nov 2026

Best eVisa for Philippines

The short answereTravel is a free online registration that gives you a QR code to show before boarding and on arrival. Go to the official site.

The official link goes to etravel.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.

At a glance

The Philippines eTravel in brief.

Fee	Free
When to apply	Within 72 hours before arrival
Decision	A QR code when you submit

Who it’s for

Do you need it?

All arriving passengers and crew, Filipino or foreign. Some diplomatic and official travelers are exempt.

Before you start

What to have ready.

An internet connection.
Your QR code saved as a screenshot, download or printout.

Watch outeTravel is free and the official site takes no payment, so any site asking for money is likely fake.

Questions

The short answers.

What is the best eVisa for the Philippines?

eTravel is a free online registration that gives you a QR code to show before boarding and on arrival. Apply on the official site, unless you want to pay a private service for help.

Who needs the Philippines eTravel?

All arriving passengers and crew, Filipino or foreign. Some diplomatic and official travelers are exempt.

How much does it cost?

Free. Fees change, so confirm it on the official site before you pay.

When should I apply?

Within 72 hours before arrival.

Does NUM issue the Philippines eTravel?

No. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service, and we don’t decide applications. We explain what’s needed and link to the official site.

The rest of the trip

Land connected.

Get your data ready before you fly with a Philippines eSIM. Need anything else? Text NUM.

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