Enter the Philippines
All arrivals
Before entering the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) terminal in Manila, you must download and register for an account in the Traze Contact Tracing mobile app.
Your passport must be valid for at least six months and you must have a return ticket within 30 days of your arrival in the Philippines.
You must register on the One Health Pass online portal and complete the electronic health declaration form in order to receive a QR code for verification by the Bureau of Quarantine.
You should present a negative RT-PCR test within 48 hours prior to departure, or a negative rapid antigen test performed and certified by a healthcare professional in a healthcare facility, laboratory, clinic, pharmacy or other similar facility 24 hours prior to departure Inside. Children three years and younger are exempt from the testing requirement.
International transit is not permitted between Terminal 3 and Terminal 1 or 2. All passengers arriving at Terminal 3 must go through immigration and meet all Philippine arrival requirements.
Children under the age of 15 may need a waiver of the exclusion grounds if they are:
- not accompanied by parents
- come to the philippines to meet parents
You should declare any:
- Pay local cash in excess of PHP 50,000 to the airport customs officer when you arrive or depart
- Amounts over USD 10,000 or different foreign currencies of the same value
- This includes all forms of money, not just cash.
Confirm requirements with your travel provider or the nearest Philippine embassy.
See the latest IATF resolution for details.
Fully vaccinated travelers
Fully vaccinated travelers are no longer required to quarantine on arrival. However, you should monitor for COVID-19 symptoms and report any symptoms to your local authority.
Fully vaccinated Australians can enter the Philippines visa-free for 30 days or less, as long as you meet all requirements.
Adults over 18 who are fully vaccinated and who have received at least one booster shot are exempt from pre-departure COVID-19 testing.
Children who meet the following conditions are exempt from pre-departure COVID-19 testing:
- under the age of 12, regardless of vaccination status, and travelling with a parent who has been fully vaccinated with at least one booster shot; or
- Between 12-17 years old and fully vaccinated.
All other travelers should present a negative result of a COVID-19 (RT-PCR) test within 48 hours prior to departure, or a negative COVID-19 (RAT) test administered and certified by a healthcare professional in a medical facility, laboratory , clinic, pharmacy or other similar establishment, within 24 hours before departure.
Check and fully understand the requirements of the airline you are flying with as their requirements may vary.
Failure to meet entry requirements may result in your being denied entry to the Philippines and detained until the next flight to your port of departure or Australia at your own expense.
You must have proof of vaccination against COVID-19 as follows: Current Provisions of the Philippine Inter-Agency Working Group:
- World Health Organization International Certificate of Vaccination and Prophylaxis; or
- VaxCertPH; or
- Unless otherwise permitted by the IATF, national/state digital certificates of foreign governments that have accepted VaxCertPH under a reciprocal arrangement.Australian release International COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate Meet current entry requirements.
Unvaccinated or partially vaccinated travelers
Unvaccinated or partially vaccinated individuals must hold an approved visa along with a travel waiver. Without these, you may be refused entry. If you are refused entry, the Australian Embassy cannot interfere with any decisions made by Immigration.
Unvaccinated travelers should provide a negative result of a COVID-19 (RT-PCR) test within 48 hours prior to departure, or a negative COVID-19 (RAT) test administered and certified by a medical facility, laboratory, healthcare professional Results from a clinic, pharmacy, or other similar location picked up within 24 hours of departure.
Children under 12 are exempt from full vaccination and provide proof of vaccination.
Unvaccinated individuals may be required to undergo COVID-19 (PCR) testing and facility-based and/or home isolation.
You may have to pay for COVID-19 testing and isolation.Follow the Philippine Department of Tourism for the latest advice, including on when individuals may be considered fully inoculated.
You may be required to show evidence of your reservation for accommodation during the anticipated quarantine period at an approved quarantine hotel/facility at the immigration counter.Those who fail to present proof of booked accommodation may be refused entry Arrive in the Philippines and be detained until the next flight to your port of departure or Australia at your own expense.
stay in the Philippines
The Philippines has implemented a series of restrictions to limit the spread of COVID-19. These apply throughout the Philippines and can be changed periodically. These may be different in each province and barangay.
See the Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) for detailed recommendations. The IATF publishes a resolution outlining the current isolation level and other specific restrictions. The Philippines COVID-19 website details what these levels mean to you.
Follow the Philippine Department of Tourism for advice on transportation, food, accommodation and medication.
You must wear a mask every time you leave the accommodation. A face covering may be required in some cases.
You should also:
- Take care to protect yourself from COVID-19
- If you need to stay in the Philippines, make sure you have a long-term stay arranged
- Keep in touch with your family and friends back home and let them know you are safe and sound
- Buy essentials, including food, safe drinking water, medicines and hygiene essentials
- Practice good hygiene, practice social distancing and wear personal protective equipment (masks and gloves).
If movement and other restrictions are reintroduced, our ability to provide consular assistance may be limited. Visit the Embassy website or Facebook page for more information and to subscribe to updates from the Embassy.
Each province (barangay) is managing and implementing its own quarantine measures. We recommend that you contact your local barangay or local authority. Ask them for advice on whether you need a travel pass, medical clearance, quarantine, and a negative COVID-19 test to move around.
Fully vaccinated individuals are exempt from some of these measures. You may need to prove that you are fully vaccinated.
If you are vaccinated abroad, you may need to obtain a certificate of international vaccination verified by the Bureau of Quarantine upon arrival in the Philippines. International COVID-19 vaccination certificates issued by Australia meet current entry requirements.
from the Philippines
Several airlines are operating commercial flights with links to Australia. Contact a travel agent or call the airline directly for all available flight options. Be prepared for delays, disruptions and cancellations.
Agreements between airlines and transit countries may vary. Be sure to check and fully understand the requirements of the airline you are flying with. You should also check the requirements of the transit country.
Before entering the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) terminal in Manila, you must download and register for an account in the Traze Contact Tracing mobile app.
You must also have a valid visa and exit documents to leave. If you are staying in the Philippines for more than six months, you may need a Certificate of Entry and Exit Permit (ECC) from the Philippine Immigration Service before leaving the Philippines. You will need to go to the immigration office in person for biometric identification. Allow enough time to complete the process at USCIS. For more information, visit Bureau of Immigration of the Philippines.
Children born in the Philippines who are leaving the country for the first time with a foreign passport will require ECC.
You must pay any unpaid visa fees or fines or you may not be able to leave the country. You may be detained by the Philippine government and go through a lengthy deportation process.
You must have no pending legal issues or court cases. You will need to contact the relevant court or immigration office to confirm that you do not have any travel restrictions (keep departure order; watch and blacklist).
Check the Philippine Immigration website for more details or to make an appointment to resolve your visa issue.
Please contact your local barangay or local government department for advice on whether you need a travel pass, medical certificate, quarantine and a negative COVID-19 test for your travel around or at the airport.
Depending on the type of your Philippine visa (such as a visa issued by the Philippine Department of Justice (DoJ), the Philippine Board of Investment (BoI), the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA), or the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA)), you may need to issue a visa from The department of the United States obtains a travel pass to leave the Philippines. You are exempt from this requirement if you hold an ECC issued by USCIS.
If you are leaving the Philippines from Mactan-Cebu or Clark International Airport, you will need to pay a departure tax.
Check with local authorities whether travel passes and health checks are required to travel to the airport.
If transiting through a third country, make sure you have completed any forms for transiting that country. Make sure your passport is valid for six months.
Face masks are mandatory on all international and domestic flights to, from and within Australia.
Transit in the Philippines
Transit restrictions may apply. You should discuss transit options with your airline or travel agent.
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