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Visa information & process for foreign nationals requiring visa to enter the Philippines

Foreign travelers who need entry visas to travel to the Philippines should file their applications at least three (3) weeks before their intended flight to the Philippines.

  1. Through the e-Visa System:
    Visa applicants applying for a 9(a) visa for temporary visit to the Philippines may apply for an e-Visa through the e-Visa website at evisa.gov.ph.Please note that applicants for the visa categories shown below should proceed to the website evisa.gov.ph for their visa application:

    Non-Immigrant Visa Requirements for Temporary Visitors to the Philippines / 9(A)

    Temporary visits to the Philippines for tourism or business purposes ONLY, under the following categories:

      1. single-entry 9(a) e-Visas;
      2. multiple-entry 9(a) e-Visas valid for six (6) months; or
      3. multiple-entry 9(a) e-Visas valid for one (1) year.

    The e-Visa may be presented in either digital or printed format upon entry to the Philippines. The e-Visa will no longer be affixed to passports and are not convertible to other types of Philippine visas, nor will it be eligible for an extension of stay.

    Additional information and step-by-step guide on the e-Visa system are available here.

    Processing Period and Releasing

    e-Visa
    Single-Entry 7 to 12 working days
    Multiple Entry 15 to 21 working days
  2. Applications In-Person or Through an Authorized Representative or By Mail
    These modes of application are only applicable to the following visa categories:

    1. Non-Immigrant Visa Requirements for Temporary Visitors to the Philippines / 9(A)
      ~ 9(a) Visa Application Process – Personal Appearance – Individuals applying for a visa that requires conversion to other types of Philippine visas or an extension of stay while in the Philippines
    2. Non-Immigrant Visa Requirements for Foreigners in Transit / 9(B)
    3. Non-Immigrant Visa Requirements for Seaman or Crew list Visa / 9(C)
    4. Non-Immigrant Visa Requirements for Foreign Government Officials / 9(E)
    5. Non-Immigrant Visa Requirements for Long-term Regular Academic Programs / 9(F)
    6. Non-Immigrant Visa Requirements for Pre-Arranged Employment / 9(G)
    7. Special Non-Immigrant Visa Requirements / 47(a) (2)

    Applicants whose visa applications fall into these categories will continue to have visa stickers affixed into their passports.

    As a general rule, visa applicants are required to appear in person at the Consular Section of the Philippine Embassy for interview, evaluation, and assessment of their visa applications. However, visa applications may also be submitted through an authorized representative or by mail. Personal appearance may still be required at the discretion of the Visa Officer.

    For In Person Application:
    Please secure an appointment at https://tokyopeconsularappointment.setmore.com/bookappointment when submitting visa applications.

    Note: Foreign nationals whose visa applications require verification and prior approval from the Philippine Government should submit their visa application in person.

    Through an Authorized Representative:
    The representative shall be required to submit a Letter of Authority, and secure an appointment at https://tokyopeconsularappointment.setmore.com/bookappointment for the purpose of submitting visa applications.

    By Mail:
    Pre-evaluation is required. Please send all the requirements to visa@philembassy.net in ONE (1) PDF File with SUBJECT LINE as FULL NAME Visa-Pre-Evaluation (e.g. YUKI SATO Visa Pre-Evaluation).

    The Visa Officer shall contact/email the visa applicant within (five) 5 working days regarding the result of the pre-evaluation, and instructions re payment of visa fees and mailing of documents.

    Completing the Application Form

    • Download the appropriate visa form from https://tokyo.philembassy.net/consular-section/downloadable-forms/. Print in A4-sized paper.
    • Duly fill out the visa application form legibly.
    • Do not leave any blanks. Indicate “NA” when not applicable.
    • Affix the applicant’s signature (exactly as shown in the applicant’s passport).

    FOR MINOR VISA APPLICANTS: The parents/guardian shall sign the visa application form of applicants below eighteen (18) years of age and submit the pertinent supporting documents of the minor. The minor applicant, not an infant in arms (under the age of 2), may be required to appear and be interviewed by the visa officer, along with the parent/legal guardian.

    The visa application form is under oath, therefore, All ENTRIES made thereto must be true and accurate. Any misrepresentation made in the visa application form and submission of falsified documents are grounds for visa denial.

    Note: Visa applicants who CANNOT appear in person for the submission of their application form must have their visa application forms notarized by a Japanese Notary Public before it can be accepted by the Visa Officer.

    Processing Fees

    Applicable visa fees are non-refundable and vary per category of visa being applied for, pursuant to existing bilateral and/or multilateral agreements between various countries and the Philippines, and in accordance with regulations of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA).

    Refer to this link for the applicable visa fees: https://tokyo.philembassy.net/docs/Schedule-of-Fees.pdf

    Processing Period and Releasing

    9(a) Visa Sticker Regular Processing
    Regular Processing 12 business days 
    Expedite Processing 7 business days 

    (additional fee of ¥1,500 is collected for expedite processing)

    For visa applications by mail, the processing shall begin upon receipt of the complete documents and confirmed payment of appropriate visa fees.

    All visas will be released by mail. Thus, all applicants, whether in-person or through mail-in application, must submit a self-addressed letter pack (¥600) which will be used to send out their visas.

    Notes:

    • Only properly filled-out visa application forms with complete supporting documents will be accepted. Incomplete visa applications will be returned.
    • All documents submitted must be in English or have an official English translation.
    • Procedures and requirements may change without prior notice.
    • Passports with approved visas shall be released by mail. The delivery address should be an address in Japan. International address is not allowed.
    • The visa officer has the right to require additional supporting documents not listed herein, may refuse a visa or deny its issuance as warranted in accordance with existing rules and regulations, consistent with Philippine law.

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