Japan
Philippines
Philippines visa for Japanese citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by Japanese citizens for the Philippines, for stays of up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at tokyo.philembassy.net
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Filipino citizens travelling to Japan
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Travel advice for the Philippines
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office Partial travel warning for parts of the country (Teilreisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Japan to the Philippines, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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).
Good to know
How long Japanese citizens can stay in the Philippines
Japanese citizens may stay in the Philippines for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to the Philippines.
Filipino citizens travelling to Japan
Japan requires Filipino citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do Japanese citizens need a visa for the Philippines?
No visa is needed by Japanese citizens for the Philippines, for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Japanese citizens stay in the Philippines?
Japanese citizens can stay in the Philippines for up to 30 days.
Do Filipino citizens need a visa for Japan?
Japan requires Filipino citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can Japanese citizens enter the Philippines visa-free?
Yes, Japanese citizens can enter the Philippines without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.