Philippines for citizens of Japan

🔑 How to enter to Philippines from Japan

To enter Philippines, Japanese citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Philippines, check whether your Japanese passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Philippines and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Japanese passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Japanese passport. You are allowed to stay in Philippines for 30 days.

✅ Requirements for Japanese citizens to visit Philippines with tourist visa

• Japanese citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Philippines. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Japanese citizens on the territory of Philippines is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Japan require a visa to visit the Philippines?

   Japanese citizens do not need a visa to visit the Philippines.

2. How long Japanese citizens are allowed to stay in Philippines without a visa?

   The maximum duration of stay in Philippines for citizens of Japan for a visa-free stay is 30 days.

3. What happens if a Japanese passport holder stays in Philippines longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Philippines is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Philippines is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

4. Do citizens of Japan need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Philippines without a visa?

   Philippine immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

5. What documents are required for Japanese citizens to enter Philippines without a visa?

   Japanese citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Philippines.

6. Can Japanese work or study during the visa-free stay in Philippines?

   The Philippines visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Philippines Japanese citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.