United Kingdom
Philippines
Philippines visa for British citizens
Entry requirement
British citizens do not need a visa for the Philippines: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at londonpe.dfa.gov.ph
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Filipino citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
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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.
British citizens planning a trip to the Philippines can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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.
Good to know
How long British citizens can stay in the Philippines
British 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 the United Kingdom
Filipino citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United Kingdom.
Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for the Philippines?
British citizens do not need a visa for the Philippines: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
How long can British citizens stay in the Philippines?
British citizens can stay in the Philippines for up to 30 days.
Do Filipino citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Filipino citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United Kingdom.
Can British citizens enter the Philippines visa-free?
Yes, British 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 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.