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Philippines Visa Application

Overview of Your Selected Plan

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Get your visa by: Wed, 23 April 2025

Sticker

Visa Type

Business

Stay

30 Days

Validity

90 Days

Entry Type

Single Entry

Timings & Holidays

Operating Schedule

Shiva YSR: 10.00 A.M-7.00 P.M (Mon-Sat)

Embassy: 9.00 A.M-5.00 P.M (Mon-Fri)

Public Holidays

Visa processing timelines may vary as per public holidays observed in both India and your intended destination country.

  • Passport

    • Original passport issued within the last 10 years, including any old passports (if applicable).

    • Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the last intended departure date from the Philippines.

    • Should contain at least 2 blank visa pages.

    • No alterations or handwritten amendments on the data pages.


    Photograph

    • Two (2) recent passport-sized color photographs (2x2 inches, borderless).

    • Taken within the last 3 months.

    • Hats are not allowed, except for religious headgear.

    • Background must be plain white, with a matte or semi-matte finish.

    • Scanned or unclear photos will not be accepted.


    Bank Statement

    • Applicant must provide a signed and attested bank statement for the last 6 months.

    • All bank statements should be dated within the last 1 week.

    • If the trip is sponsored by an employer, a company bank statement must also be provided.


    Income Tax Return (ITR)

    • Last 2 years’ personal ITR.


    No Objection Certificate (NOC)

    • A No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer.

    • Must be on official company letterhead, with an authorized signature and company seal.

    • If working remotely from another state, current mailing address proof is required.


    Cover Letter

    • A cover letter from the applicant:
      If employed: Written on A4-sized paper.
      If self-employed: Must be on business letterhead.


    GST Copy (For Business Owners)

    • Copy of the Company Registration Certificate if the applicant owns a business.


    Travel Insurance

    • Mandatory travel insurance covering a minimum of €30,000 or $50,000 USD per person.

    • Must include coverage for:
      Repatriation for medical reasons.
      Urgent medical attention or emergency hospitalization.

    • Insurance must cover the entire stay in the Philippines.


    Flight Ticket

    • Confirmed flight reservations (India to the Philippines and return).


    Accommodation Proof

    • Confirmed hotel booking or accommodation details.

    • If staying with friends or relatives, provide:
      Invitation letter from the host.
      Host’s ID proof, passport, or residence card copy.
      Host’s financial documents (scanned and emailed copies are acceptable).


    Other Required Documents

    • Aadhar card copy.

    • Vaccination certificate.

    • Visa applicants are strongly advised to finalize their flight bookings only after the visa has been granted.


    • Personal appearance is required at the New Delhi Jurisdiction for applicants from Delhi/NCR and North Indian states.


    • Personal appearance is not required for applicants from South & West Indian jurisdictions.


    • In certain cases, the Consulate may request an in-person interview.


    • Additional documents may be requested by the visa/consular officer as per requirements.


    • Students must provide a Certificate of Enrollment or a Letter of Acceptance from their school.


    • Processing times are indicative and fees are subject to change.

  • 1. Can I travel to the Philippines if I am not fully vaccinated due to medical reasons and have a medical exemption document?

    • No. Under current regulations, only fully vaccinated foreign nationals with valid proof of vaccination are permitted to enter the Philippines.


    2. Can I apply for a Philippine visa online?

    • Only specific nationalities are eligible to apply for a visa online.


    3. Do Indian passport holders need a visa to travel to the Philippines?

    • Yes, Indian passport holders must obtain a pre-approved visa from the Philippine Embassy before traveling.


    4. I tested positive in my pre-departure RT-PCR/ART test. Can I still travel to the Philippines?

    • No. Vaccinated travelers without a booster shot who fail to present a negative RT-PCR/ART test will not be allowed entry into the Philippines.


    5. Is quarantine still required upon arrival in the Philippines?

    • No. Fully vaccinated foreign nationals are not required to undergo mandatory quarantine. However, they must self-monitor for seven days and report any COVID-19 symptoms to local authorities.


    6. What can cause a visa application to be rejected?

    • Your visa may be rejected due to the following reasons:
      Providing incorrect or false information in the application.
      A criminal record or past legal issues.
      Applying for a visa on short notice without a valid justification.

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