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title: Philippines visa for citizens of Vietnam
description: Citizens of Vietnam can visit the Philippines without a visa for up to 30 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Philippines visa for citizens of Vietnam

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

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-Free Entry
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **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

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months and has blank pages.
2. **Book return/onward flight** — Have a confirmed onward ticket within the allowed stay.
3. **Arrive in the Philippines** — Present passport and onward ticket to immigration officer.
4. **Receive entry stamp** — Immigration officer will grant up to 30 days stay.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from the Philippines within 30 days.
- **Arrival card** (Travel): Completed upon arrival (Bureau of Immigration form).

## Good to know

- Overstaying beyond 30 days results in fines and possible blacklisting.
- Vietnamese citizens must have a valid passport issued within the last 10 years.
- Entry may be refused at the border if immigration deems traveler a risk.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Invalid or insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Lack of onward or return ticket** — Have a confirmed outbound flight booked before arrival.
- **Previous overstay or immigration violation** — Always comply with visa-free stay limits and any previous extensions.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days without a visa.

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

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Arrival card.

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

At least 6 months.

## More

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