Most nationalities enjoy visa-free travel to the Philippines if their stay is 30 days or less. Others are required to apply for an e-visa.

However, you’ll still need a valid passport with an expiry date at least 6 months after your arrival date. Proof of onward travel and a QR from a completed QR code to show that you have registered on the e-travel system within the 72 hours before your arrival in the Philippines.

If you plan on staying for longer than 30 days, then you can either apply for a longer visa before you travel or you can apply to extend your visa after you arrive.

Be sure to double-check on your government website whether you require a visa and whether there are any additional Philippines travel requirements, such as bank statements and proof of accommodation.

The official currency of the Philippines is the Philippine peso.

Currently £1 = 80.64 Peso and $1 = 58.92 Peso.

The Philippines is generally considered a very cheap place to visit by Western standards, and your money will go far here. But of course, it helps to set out a Philippines travel budget depending on how much cash you have for your trip.

Wondering, “How much money should I bring to the Philippines?” Well, I’ve put this handy table together just for you!

You’ll want to stay connected during your time in the Philippines, I mean, gotta make your mates back home in rainy Manchester jealous, right?! Beyond showing off, in all seriousness, wifi is pretty terrible, and you’ll need a reliable way to book onward travel, accommodation, grab cars and just general navigation.

There are a few different options available, and I’ll run down the positives and drawbacks of each in this section of my Philippines travel tips post.