Philippines Visa
Please note
The visa application process depends on your nationality and may change at any time. Make sure to get the latest information on visa regulations for the directly from the Philippine embassy in your home country. Getting a visa to a foreign country should never be taken for granted and cannot be guaranteed by Asia Exchange in any way. Please also refer to our terms and conditions. We recommend all students start the research and application process for the visa as soon as they get the required documents.
APPLYING FOR A STUDENT VISA
Which visa do I need to attend a language school in the Philippines?
Many nationalities can visit the Philippines for leisure or business, including visiting a language school without a visa, with varying durations ranging from 59 days to less than 7 days, depending on their nationality and bilateral agreements between their country and the Philippines. Therefore, check the specific requirements and procedures for obtaining these visas or permits, as they may vary slightly depending on your individual circumstances and the current regulations in your home country and the Philippines.
We highly recommend you contact the Philippine Embassy or Consulate in your home country for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding visa applications.
For more detailed visa information, please refer to the Philippine Bureau of Immigration’s website, immigration.gov.ph, or its Official Facebook Page.
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Visa Free Entry
If you want to visit the Boracay Coco English Academy most nationalities don’t need a visa. Restricted foreign nationals must obtain an entry visa before entering the Philippines, while unrestricted foreign nationals can enter without one. Upon arrival, most foreign nationals are granted a 30-day stay, although this initial period can range from 7 to 59 days, depending on the visitor’s country of origin. This initial stay can be prolonged for a maximum total stay of 16 months.
Citizens from 157 countries can enter the Philippines visa-free for tourism or business purposes. The complete list of visa-free countries and the maximum duration of stay can be checked according to nationality. The entry requirements are a passport (with at least six months validity) and a return or onward flight ticket.
Is your county not included in the list? Then, you must apply for a visa.
For the extension of a visa, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) in Intramuros, Manila, or a local BI regional office (including in Cagayan de Oro, Cebu City, Davao City, Iloilo, Pampanga, San Fernando, Tacloban) is responsible. Extending a Visa on Arrival and tourist visas through the BI’s online portal is also possible.
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Special Study Permit
If you need a visa to enter or you want to stay longer without going through the extension process, you may apply for a Special Study Permit. This permit is typically used for short-term study programs, such as language courses or short courses. You can apply for the SSP through the school or institution where you’ll be studying after your arrival in the Philippines.
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eTravel Code
Additionally, everyone traveling to the Philippines needs to provide the necessary information for the eTravel Portal here: eTravel – Philippines’ Comprehensive Electronic Travel Declaration System. Please fill out your details at least 72 hours before your arrival. Finally, you’ll receive your eTravel QR code, which you need to show to board your flight.
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