Did you know that the US gets favorable visa treatment in the Philippines? US citizens can enter the Philippines visa-free and potentially stay permanently. Nearly 250,000 Americans live in the Philippines to enjoy the sunshine, tropical islands, friendly locals, and an easy-to-obtain Philippines visa for US citizens.
Hi Tyler, If you are a US citizen, then you can arrive visa-exempt (i.e. you don't need a visa prior to arriving in the Philippines) for stays up to 30 days.
Do I need a tourist visa if I plan on staying in Philippines for longer than 30 days and if so where do I apply? I am a U.S. citizen.
Hi James, you're a lucky one. As a US citizen, you can arrive in the Philippines visa exempt for stays up to 30 days. After 30 days, you can apply for a 29 day extension (technically called a visa waiver). After the first 59 days, you can then apply for visa extensions of 1, 2, or 6 months for up to 3 years.