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Passports valid for a minimum of six months beyond intended length of stay required by all.
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(a) Holders of Certificates of Identity, Travel Documents ('Titre de Voyage'), Documents of Identity, Taiwanese passports
and all stateless persons do require visas. (b) All children of Filipino nationality must hold individual passports. (c) Immigration Officers at ports
of entry may admit those with passports only valid for at least 60 days after intended length of stay, at their discretion.
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Required by all except the following:
(a) 1. bona fide foreign tourists (including business travellers) for stays of less than 21 days provided holding passports valid
for a minimum of six months beyond period of stay and return or onward tickets (except nationals of Afghanistan*, Albania,
Algeria*, Bangladesh, Belize, Bosnia & Herzegovina, China (PR), CIS, Croatia, Cuba, Egypt*, Estonia, Georgia, India*, Iran*,
Iraq*, Jordan*, Korea (Dem Rep), Latvia, Lebanon*, Libya*, Lithuania, Macedonia (Former Yugoslav Republic of), Moldova, Nauru,
Nigeria*, Pakistan*, Sierra Leone, Serbia & Montenegro, Slovenia, Sri Lanka*, Sudan*, Syrian Arab Republic*, Tonga, Vanuatu,
Yemen* and holders of Palestinian* passports who do require a visa even if staying less than seven days);
(b) transit passengers continuing their journey to a third country within 72 hours provided holding onward or return documentation
(some nationals are required to leave by the same or first connecting aircraft; enquire at Embassy for details).
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(a)* Nationals of these countries must apply for a Temporary Visitor Visa in their country of origin or place of legal residence.
(b) All tourists wishing to stay longer than 21 days need a visa.
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Temporary Visitor: £22 (three month single-entry); £43 (six month multiple-entry); £65 (one year multiple-entry). Restricted nationals (three months): £30. Minors must pay PHP3,120.00 to the Immigration Officer at ports of entry.
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59 days from date of issue; multiple-entry: between six months and one year from date of issue. Visas normally allow stays
of up to 59 days. Extensions are possible at the discretion of the Bureau of Immigration Office, with additional payment to
the Emigration Clearance Certificate and corresponding Legal Research Fee.
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Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information.
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(a) One application form. (b) One passport-size photo signed on the bottom front, taken in the last six months. (c) Passport
valid for at least six months beyond the intended period of stay. (d) Proof of means of support during stay, either by bank
statement showing a balance of at least £500 or letter of employment. (e) Fee, in cash or postal order only (if applying by
post, fee must be paid by postal order only). (f) If applying by post, a registered, stamped, self-addressed envelope is required
and the application should be signed by a notary or commissioner of oaths. (g) Onward or return tickets. (h) A utility bill
for proof of address. (i) Business travellers also require a letter from the sponsoring Filipino company or from their employer,
stating the purpose of the visit. (j) Proof of financial capability, eg latest bank statement, employment certificate etc.
(k) Minors (under 15 years) must be accompanied by, or joining, parents to/in the Philippines. They must submit to the Immigration
Officer at port of entry, an affidavit of request and consent by either parent/legal guardian (authenticated by relevant Embassy),
and a clear photocopy of data page of passport of both minor and their parent(s). Application for a non-immigrant visa should
be made in person.
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Two to three. Applications can be made Mon-Fri 0900-1300 and 1400-1700. Visas can be collected between 1600 and 1700.
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Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines in the UK
9A Palace Green, London W8 4QE, UK
Tel: (020) 7937 1600 or (020) 7361 4640/36/42 (consular section).
Website: www.philemb.org.uk
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1300 and 1400-1700.
Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines in the USA
1600 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
Tel: (202) 467 9300.
Website: www.philippineembassy-usa.org
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A yellow fever or typhus vaccination certificate is required from travellers over one year of age arriving within six days
from infected areas. A certificate is also required by those arriving from small pox or plague infected areas.
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Following WHO guidelines issued in 1973, a cholera vaccination certificate is not a condition of entry to the Philippines,
unless travellers arrive from infected areas. However, cholera is a risk in this country and precautions are essential. Up-to-date
advice should be sought before deciding whether these precautions should include vaccination, as medical opinion is divided
over its effectiveness; see the Health appendix for further information.
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Vaccination against typhoid is advised.
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Malaria risk exists throughout the year in areas below 600m (1969ft), except in the Provinces of Aklan, Bilaran, Bohol, Camiguin,
Catanduanes, Capiz, Cebu, Guimaras, Iloila, Leyte, Manila, Masbate, North Samar and Sequijor. No risk is considered to exist
in urban areas or in the plains. The malignant falciparum strain is present and is reported to be resistant to chloroquine.
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Water used for drinking, brushing teeth or making ice should have first been boiled or otherwise sterilised. Milk is unpasteurised
and should be boiled. Powdered or tinned milk is available and is advised, but make sure that it is reconstituted with pure
water. Avoid dairy products which are likely to have been made from unboiled milk. Only eat well-cooked meat and fish, preferably
served hot. Pork, salad and mayonnaise may carry increased risk. Vegetables should be cooked and fruit peeled.
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Bilharzia (schistosomiasis) is endemic in the south. Avoid swimming and paddling in stagnant fresh water; swimming pools that are well
chlorinated and maintained are safe. Dengue fever and filariasis occur and plague is carried by insects. Hepatitis B is highly endemic. Hepatitis A may occur. Japanese encephalitis occurs rarely in western Luzon, Mindoro and Palawan from April to November and throughout the year in other areas, with the
highest risk from April to January. Leptospirosis is a risk. Chikungunya fever is particularly common in urban areas of the central islands, such as Manila. Gonorrhoea resistant to penicilin is common in the Philippines, particularly in Manila and Cebu City. Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice
without delay. For more information, consult the Health appendix.
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There is no reciprocal health agreement with the UK and health insurance is, therefore, essential. Approximately three-quarters
of the hospitals are private.
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Although there have been no reported cases of Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) in the Philippines during the recent series of outbreaks,
the World Health Organisation has confirmed cases elsewhere in the region. If you are travelling to The Philippines you should
consult your usual healthcare provider for travel medical advice before departure. The risk from Avian Influenza is believed
to be very low provided that live animal markets, poultry farms and other places where there is contact with domestic, caged
or wild birds are avoided. Ensure poultry and egg dishes are thoroughly cooked.
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