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title: Philippines visa for citizens of Canada
description: Citizens of Canada can visit the Philippines without a visa for up to 30 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Philippines visa for citizens of Canada

Citizens of Canada can visit the Philippines without a visa for up to 30 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-Free Entry (up to 30 days)
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** May be requested upon arrival

## How to apply

1. **Complete eTravel registration** — Register online at the official eTravel System (etravel.gov.ph) within 72 hours before departure. Provide personal, travel, and health declaration details.
2. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure your Canadian passport is valid for at least 6 months and have a confirmed onward/return ticket.
3. **Arrive at Philippine port of entry** — Present your passport, onward ticket, and eTravel confirmation to immigration officers. You may be asked to show proof of funds.
4. **Receive entry stamp** — Upon approval, you will be granted a visa-free stay of up to 30 days. The exact period is determined by the immigration officer.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Canadian passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
- **Confirmed onward or return ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from the Philippines within 30 days.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): May be requested by immigration officers (e.g., bank statements, cash, credit card).
- **eTravel registration** (Supporting): All arriving foreign passengers must register online at the eTravel System before arrival.

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements
- Cash
- Credit card

Proof of sufficient funds may be requested upon arrival; no specific minimum amount is stated.

## Good to know

- Overstaying the 30-day visa-free period may result in fines, deportation, or blacklisting.
- The eTravel registration must be completed before arrival; failure to do so may cause delays or denial of entry.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay.
- **Lack of onward/return ticket** — Always have a confirmed ticket showing departure from the Philippines within 30 days.
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry enough cash or have access to funds to cover your stay.
- **Failure to complete eTravel registration** — Register online at etravel.gov.ph within 72 hours before your flight.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Canada need a visa for the Philippines?

Citizens of Canada can visit the Philippines without a visa for up to 30 days. Visa type: Visa-Free Entry (up to 30 days).

### How long can citizens of Canada stay in the Philippines?

Up to 30 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Canada need for the Philippines?

Valid Canadian passport; Confirmed onward or return ticket; eTravel registration; Proof of sufficient funds.

### How long must my passport be valid for the Philippines?

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- Filipino travelers included in Canada's visa-exemption travel program (gmanetwork.com, third-party site)
- Canada → Philippines: Visa-Free 30 Days (2026) | RoamHub (roamhub.io, third-party site)
- Philippines Visa for Canadian Citizens 2026 — Visa-Free Entry ... (entry.com, third-party site)

## More

- [Philippines visa for every passport](/visa/philippines)
- [Every destination for Canada passport holders](/visa/passport/canada)