Balikbayan Program

Filipino and former Filipino citizens, including their spouses and *unmarried children categorized as Balikbayans under Republic Act 6768 dated 20 October 1989, who are going to visit the Philippines, shall likewise continue to enjoy the privilege of a no-visa entry for a stay of one year.

Requirements:

  1. Must travel together with the Filipino or former Filipino (spouse or parent)
  2. Valid Passport (validity should not be less than six months beyond contemplated period of stay in the Philippines)
  3. Return ticket to country of origin or ticket to next country of destination.
  4. Proof of former Filipino citizenship (i.e. Birth Certificate, old Philippine passport etc.); for dependents of Filipinos/former Filipinos: proof of relationship (i.e. Marriage Contract, Birth Certificate, Koseki Tohon with English translation, etc.)

* Please inquire with the Visa Unit of the Philippine Embassy or Consulate, to verify which foreign nationals are included in the Balikbayan program.