The Department of Foreign Affairs has announced that, effective January 16, 2026 and for at least one year, Chinese nationals may enter the Philippines without needing to obtain a visa, for a stay of up to 14 days.
Chinese nationals traveling to the Philippines strictly for tourism or business purposes may avail of the new visa-free entry privilege. The said privilege allows for a non-extendable 14-day stay, which is non-convertible to any other type of Philippine visa category.
The visa-free privilege will be valid for entry only through the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) in Metro Manila and the Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) in Cebu. Upon arrival, Chinese nationals need to present a passport valid for at least six months beyond the contemplated stay, confirmed hotel accommodation/booking, and a return or onward ticket to the next country of destination.
The visa-free entry arrangement will be reviewed before it expires.
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