Asia
Philippines
- Capital
- Manila
- Population
- 116,786,962
- Currency
- Philippine Peso (PHP)
- Calling code
- +63
- Languages
- Filipino, English, Filipino
- 89missions
- 56embassies
- 19consulates
- 13honorary consulates
Philippines
Embassies and consulates in the Philippines
embassies in Manila
The Philippines hosts 89 foreign missions from 61 countries: 56 embassies, 19 consulates, 13 honorary consulates and 1 other office. All 56 embassies are in the capital, Manila. Consulates are also found in Cebu City, Davao City and Zamboanga City.
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All missions in the Philippines
Other cities in the Philippines
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Outside Manila, missions are found in Cebu City (13), Davao City (6), Zamboanga City (1), San Fernando City (1), Puerto Princesa City (1) and Laoag (1); most of them are consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates.
By country
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Argentina 1 embassy1 -
Australia 1 embassy1 -
Austria 1 embassy1 -
Belgium 1 embassy1 -
Brazil 1 embassy1 -
Bulgaria 1 consulate1 -
Canada 1 embassy · 1 consulate · 1 honorary consulate3 -
Chile 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
China 1 embassy · 4 consulates5 -
Colombia 1 embassy1 -
Czech Republic 1 embassy · 1 honorary consulate2 -
Denmark 1 embassy1 -
Dominican Republic 1 embassy1 -
Egypt 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy · 1 honorary consulate2 -
Ghana 1 consulate1 -
Greece 1 embassy1 -
Guatemala 1 honorary consulate1 -
Holy See 1 embassy1 -
Hungary 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Indonesia 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Iran 1 embassy1
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Ireland 1 embassy1 -
Israel 1 embassy1 -
Italy 1 embassy · 1 honorary consulate2 -
Japan 1 embassy · 2 consulates3 -
Jordan 1 honorary consulate1 -
Laos 1 embassy1 -
Malaysia 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Mexico 1 embassy1 -
Myanmar 1 embassy1 -
Netherlands 1 embassy1 -
New Zealand 1 embassy1 -
Nigeria 1 embassy1 -
Norway 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Pakistan 1 embassy1 -
Palau 1 embassy1 -
Panama 1 embassy1 -
Papua New Guinea 1 embassy1 -
Peru 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Poland 1 embassy · 3 honorary consulates4 -
Romania 1 embassy1 -
Russia 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Saudi Arabia 1 embassy1 -
Singapore 1 embassy1 -
South Africa 1 embassy1 -
South Korea 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Spain 1 embassy · 1 consulate · 1 honorary consulate3 -
Sri Lanka 1 embassy1 -
Sweden 1 embassy · 1 consulate · 1 honorary consulate3 -
Switzerland 1 embassy · 2 honorary consulates3 -
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Thailand 1 embassy1 -
Timor-Leste 1 embassy1 -
Turkey 1 embassy1 -
United Arab Emirates 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Vietnam 1 embassy1
Visa rules for the Philippines
Philippines visa guide · 12 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 161 can enter visa-free and 37 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for the Philippines.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in the Philippines
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 200,973 | 187,808 | 11,762 | 5.9% | 66.8% |
| 2024 (part of the year) | 218,301 | 203,546 | 13,259 | 6.1% | 68.8% |
| 2025 | 235,674 | 218,096 | 16,245 | 6.9% | 69.2% |
By Schengen state, 2025
| Country | Applications | Visas issued | Refusal rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 46,285 | 44,055 | 3.8% |
| France | 33,876 | 31,194 | 7.9% |
| Italy | 32,161 | 29,118 | 9.5% |
| Spain | 28,189 | 26,732 | 4.1% |
| Germany | 25,512 | 22,618 | 11.2% |
| Greece | 25,038 | 23,794 | 4.5% |
| Switzerland | 16,001 | 15,317 | 4.3% |
| Belgium | 8,105 | 7,557 | 5.8% |
| Denmark | 5,174 | 4,442 | 12.8% |
| Austria | 4,905 | 4,635 | 3.9% |
| Czech Republic | 4,094 | 3,181 | 22.3% |
| Finland | 2,535 | 2,132 | 15.4% |
Schengen consulates in the Philippines received 235,674 short-stay visa applications in 2025, the 11th highest number of any country, and issued 218,096 visas. 6.9% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). In 2024 the rate was much the same, 6.1%. Applications rose by 8% compared with 2024 (218,301).
Most applications went to the Netherlands (46,285), France (33,876), Italy (32,161) and Spain (28,189).
Among the states with at least 500 applications, the lowest refusal rate was the Netherlands’ (3.8%) and the highest the Czech Republic’s (22.3%). The sharpest rise since 2024 was at the consulates of Finland (+5.9 points), the largest fall at those of Poland (−6.7 points).
Bulgaria and Romania began issuing Schengen visas on 31 March 2024, so their 2024 figures cover part of the year. The numbers include every nationality applying in the Philippines.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of the Philippines
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 157,346 | 120,503 |
| Student (F, M) | 1,147 | 872 |
| Exchange (J) | 9,729 | 8,999 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 11,807 | 12,475 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 106,987 | 80,193 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 2,944 | 2,191 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 12,124 | 6,648 |
| Other | 100 | 81 |
| Total | 302,184 | 231,962 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 28.3% | 30.8% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 231,962 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of the Philippines, the 7th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 52%, transit and crew visas 35% and work and treaty visas 5%. That is 23% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (302,184).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of the Philippines received 77,732, 23% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 30.8% for citizens of the Philippines in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 28.3%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
The Philippines’ own missions abroad
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The Philippines’ embassies abroad (131)
In the other direction, the Philippines runs 131 missions in 77 countries. Its largest networks are in the United States (8), Australia (7), France (7), Spain (6) and the United Kingdom (6).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in the Philippines
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Bonifacio Day
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Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary
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Christmas Eve
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Christmas Day
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 56 embassies are in the capital, Manila. The largest foreign networks in the Philippines are those of China (5), Poland (4), Canada (3), Switzerland (3) and Spain (3).
Travel advice for the Philippines
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to the Philippines: the US State Department rates the Philippines at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 31 August 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of the Philippines (updated 15 July 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of the Philippines (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in the Philippines?
China, with 5 missions, followed by Poland (4).
Do I need a visa for the Philippines?
Of 198 passports, 161 can enter visa-free and 37 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for the Philippines; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in the Philippines closed?
On the Philippines’ public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Bonifacio Day (Araw ni Gat Andres Bonifacio) on Monday 30 November 2026.