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66 Visa-Free Countries Filipinos Should Prepare to Visit Next
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Did traveling start to feel foreign to you when the COVID-19 pandemic hit? If it did, you aren’t alone. According to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the estimated loss in the global GDP amounted to over $2 trillion because of travel restrictions in 2020 alone. With borders now easing up, though, people are bouncing back and once again traveling.
Filipino wanderlusts, no doubt, are looking for new adventures. They’re eager to book flights and go to places, perhaps even strategically looking at travel destinations that do not require a visa. Want in and need a list of these visa-free countries? Scroll through!
Asia
Brunei
The independent and oil-rich Brunei is the most devoutly Islamic country in Southeast Asia, boasting several stunning mosques. Outside Islamic prayer times, appropriately dressed visitors are welcome to enter these sites.
In Brunei, Filipinos are welcome to stay up to 14 days without a visa. However, if you plan to stay longer—with months being the maximum length of your stay—the Bruneian government requires a visa that you can procure from the Brunei Embassy.
Here are other visa-free countries in Asia and the allowed duration of stay without a visa.
Cambodia — 30 days
Hong Kong — days
Indonesia — 30 days
Kazakhstan — 30 days
Kyrgyzstan* — 1 month
Laos — 30 days
Macao — 30 days
Malaysia — 30 days
Maldives* — 30 days
Mongolia — 21 days
Myanmar — 14 days
Nepal* — 90 days
Pakistan** — 30 days
Singapore — 30 days
Sri Lanka** — 30 days
Taiwan — 14 days
Tajikistan* — 45 days
Thailand — 30 days
Timor-Leste* — 30 days
Vietnam — 21 days
Africa
Cape Verde Islands*
Cape Verde is perfect for travelers seeking exciting and rewarding adventures. If you like hitting the waters, you can explore the Boa Vista and Sal islands. There are also many thrilling outdoor activities, including horseback riding or quad biking while sightseeing. To note: visitors with Philippine passports can get a visa upon arrival in Cape Verde.
Here are other visa-free countries in Africa and the allowed duration of stay without a visa.
The Comoro Islands* — 45 days
Cote d'Ivoire — 90 days
Guinea-Bissau* — 90 days
Madagascar* — 90 days
Malawi* — 90 days
Mauritania* — 90 days
Mauritius* — 60 days
Morocco — 90 days
Mozambique* — 30 days
Rwanda — 90 days
Senegal — 90 days
Seychelles* — 3 months
Somalia* — 30 days
Tanzania* — 3 months
The Gambia — 90 days
Togo* — 7 days
Uganda* — 30 days
Americas
Brazil
Brazil is a cultural wonder home to seven natural and 14 cultural UNESCO World Heritage Sites. A tourist visa to Brazil is not required for Filipino citizens, however, it’s good to keep in mind that the longest possible stay here is three months. (Before you fly out to see Brazil and what it has to offer, check out Globe’s reliable traveler SIM to ensure you stay connected with your friends and family.)
Ahead, find the other visa-free countries in the Americas and the allowed duration of stay without a visa.
Bolivia — 90 days
Colombia — 90 days upon arrival; can extend another 90 days (180 days total)
Costa Rica — 30 days upon arrival; can extend another 60 days (90 days total)
Nicaragua* — 90 days
Peru — 183 days
Suriname — 90 days
Caribbean
Barbados
Looking for another UNESCO World Heritage Site to marvel at? Look no further than Barbados. This tiny island in the Caribbean has attractions that boast a combination of history and architecture. The Philippine passport is visa-free in Barbados for up to 90 days.
Here are other visa-free countries in the Caribbean and the allowed duration of stay without a visa.
Dominica — 21 days
Haiti — 3 months
St. Lucia* — 6 weeks
St. Vincent and the Grenadines — 1 month
Trinidad and Tobago* — 1 month
Middle East
Armenia*
Did you know? Armenia’s history traces the roots of civilization and goes back before the Bronze Age. It was the first nation to make Christianity its official religion and is home to the most stunning churches in the world. Some of the churches to check out include the Khor Virap Monastery, Noravank Monastery, and Echimiazin Armenian Apostolic Church. Filipinos can stay here for up to 120 days without a visa.
Here are other visa-free countries in the Middle East and the allowed duration of stay without a visa.
Iran* — 30 days
Israel — 3 months
Palestinian Territories
Oceania
Tuvalu*
The tiny nation of Tuvalu only has an estimated 11,192 people. It has one of the most lenient visa policies, making it the perfect next destination for an overseas trip. Philippine passport holders can stay in this secluded paradise for up to a month.
Here are other visa-free countries in Oceania and the allowed duration of stay without a visa.
Cook Islands — 31 days
Fiji — 4 months
The Marshall Islands* — 90 days
Micronesia — 30 days
Niue — 30 days
Palau Islands* — 30 days
Papua New Guinea* — 60 days
Samoa* — 60 days
Vanuatu — 30 days
*Visa on arrival
Visa on arrival means that visitors can obtain a visa when they arrive in the country and do not need to apply in advance.
** Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
For some countries, an eTA may be necessary for visa-exempt foreign nationals. This increases visibility and security by screening travelers before they arrive.
See The World This Year
The world is continuing to heal from the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The slow improvement of global tourism is proof. When traveling outside the country, staying connected with loved ones back at home is important. Secure this with Globe’s international roaming services that allow you to call and text abroad for a quicker connection.
