Philippines Visa Requirements for Indian

To enter the Philippines, Indians require one of the following visas:

9 (A) Temporary Visitors Visa - Valid for 3 months (with single entry) and 6 months or 12 months (for multiple entries).

9 (F) Student Visa

9 (B) Transit Visa**

9 (G) Pre-Arranged Employee Visa - Valid for anyone relocating to the Philippines for work purposes.

You can complete the Philippines visa application online using the authorised Philippines Visa Application Portal for the temporary visitor's visa category.

Please remember that after this online process is completed, you need to visit the Philippines Embassy or Consulate to apply in person.

Indians holding a valid American, Schengen, Singapore, United Kingdom, Canadian or Japanese multiple-entry visa or residence permit can enter the Philippines visa-free for up to 14 days for tourism purposes only.

Here is a quick checklist of the Philippines visa document requirements for Indian citizens.

Philippines Tourist Visa Requirements for Indian Citizens

Current Passport - With a validity of at least 6 months from the date of departure to the Philippines and 2 blank pages.

Old Passports - In case you have more than one passport, you need to submit the old passport(s) as proof for the visa application process.

Valid Visa Application Form - Online form submission printout (only applicable for 9A visa) of the visa application form to present at the Embassy or Consulate.

For all the other visa applications, you need to download the visa application form from the Embassy of the Philippines, New Delhi website and submit it at the Embassy or Consulate directly.

2 Photographs - Clear passport-size photographs on a white background, with prim and proper hairstyle to ensure complete visibility of eyes. Do not wear a pair of lenses or other accessories.

Travel Tickets - Proof of travel itinerary with ticket printouts of all the flights to and from the Philippines.

Proof of Visa Fee Payment - Demand draft issuance proof to indicate complete payment towards the Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines.

Financial Proof - Bank statements of a minimum of the last 6 months or salary slips of the same period to validate your financial stability to cover all expenses of the trip while in the Philippines.

Proof of Accommodation - Hotel bookings or other accommodation bookings proof as printouts.

Philippines Work Visa Requirements for Indian Citizens

In addition to the documents mentioned above that are required for a tourist visa, the following documents are also necessary to apply for a work visa for the Philippines from India:

Invitation letter - Employer invitation letter stating the duration of the work visit and brief description of job role and responsibilities.

Police Clearance Certificate - Proof of no criminal activity and practices from the home country.

Certificate from Current Employer - Letter from the current employer clearly stating the decision to relocate you to the Philippines office.

Philippines Business Visa Requirements from Indian Citizens

In addition to the documents mentioned above that are required for a tourist visa, the following documents are also necessary to apply for a business visa for the Philippines from India:

Invitation letter from a Philippines Company - In case you are travelling for a work trip to complete business operations, you need to submit an invitation letter from the partner company or client.

Company Registration Documents - If you wish to establish a business in the Philippines or contribute to an existing business plan from India to the Philippines, you must submit company registration proof.

Philippines Student Visa Requirements from Indian Citizens

In addition to the documents mentioned above that are required for a tourist visa, the following documents are also necessary to apply for a student visa for the Philippines from India:

Certificate of Eligibility - Acceptance and offer letter from the respective institute or university of the Philippines where the admission is finalised.

Proof of Financial Support - Valid financial documents like bank statements of parents or guardians who will be supporting your education and other expenses throughout your stay in the Philippines.

Academic Proof - Other educational documents like high school transcripts, diplomas, course certificates, etc.

Proof of Medical Fitness - Completed medical examination certificates from one of the authorised clinics, diagnostic centres, or hospitals under the Indian National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH).

Philippines Visa Fees for Indian Citizens

Entry Type	Entries	Validity	Fees (in Rupees)
9A Visa (Temporary Visitors Visa)	Single Entry	3 months	₹3,520
9A Visa (Temporary Visitors Visa)	Multiple Entries	6 months	₹7,040
9A Visa (Temporary Visitors Visa)	Multiple Entries	12 months	₹10,560
9 B Transit Visa	-	72 hours	₹3,520
9 F Visa	-	-	₹22,000
9 G Pre-Arranged Employment Visa	-	-	₹35,200

Please Note: All payments are to be made via a demand draft to the Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines.

To apply for a visa and enter the Philippines, having international travel health insurance is not mandatory. However, given the growing need for a financial safety net, especially when travelling to a new country, investing in a travel insurance plan is highly recommended.

Travel insurance plans provide financial support in times of unexpected emergencies like flight delays and cancellations, loss and damage to baggage, third-party liabilities, and more.

For added convenience and comfort, you can buy travel insurance online from Tata AIG. Our travel insurance policies provide baggage, medical, journey and other types of coverage options to ensure your trip is successful.

Before you purchase any travel insurance online, always compare travel insurance plans available for you on our website to find the most suitable one to benefit from an uninterrupted trip. If you are looking at multiple trips to the Philippines, you can also get travel insurance for all of them in one plan with us.

Also Read: Travel Insurance Philippines from India

To obtain a valid visa to enter the Philippines, an integral part of the application process is the collation and submission of the compulsory Philippines visa document requirements for Indian citizens based on your visa category.

These documents serve as valid proofs to authenticate your trip intent and identity. It is always better to apply for the required Philippines visa many days prior to the travel dates to avoid any last-minute delays or other issues that may impact your trip to the new country.

How many days does it take to get a Philippines visa?

It takes approximately 10 days to get your visa for the Philippines after the application is submitted to the Embassy or Consulate.

If my visa gets denied, can I get a refund of the visa application fee?

After you have paid the visa fees, you cannot request a refund for the same, even if your visa application is denied.

Disclaimer: The visa fees are subject to change. Before applying, always check the latest visa fees with the Philippines embassy or consulate.

Information last updated Feb 24. While this information is sourced reliably, visa requirements can change. For the most current visa details, visit the official Consulate/Embassy website.