U.S. visa for Philippine citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Philippine passport holders visiting United States for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Philippine citizens to enter United States for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | United States e-visa for Philippine citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | United States visa on arrival for Philippine citizens | Not Available | |
United States tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Philippine passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in United States.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from United States.
If you are looking for United States visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Philippines, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of United States nearest your place of residence.
- Manila: The Embassy of United States in Manila, Philippines (Working hours: Close now)
- Cebu City: The Consulate Agency of United States in Cebu City, Philippines (Working hours: Close now)
United States visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest United States diplomatic mission offices to Philippines for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Philippines traveling to United States from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Philippines) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 145,018 | N/A |
| 2009 | 137,758 | -5.01% |
| 2010 | 150,025 | 8.90% |
| 2011 | 158,694 | 5.78% |
| 2012 | 167,417 | 5.50% |
| 2013 | 179,107 | 6.98% |
| 2014 | 0 | -100.00% |
| 2015 | 0 | % |
| 2016 | 83,139 | % |
| 2017 | 99,967 | 20.24% |
| 2018 | 115,712 | 15.75% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
United States & Philippines comparison
United States's area is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi), while the area of Philippines is approximately 298,170 km2 (115,124 sq mi). This means Philippines is 30.68 times smaller than United States.
As of April 2024, United States's population is ~338.8 million people - 223,315,857 more people than the population of Philippines.
We have highlighted United States & Philippines’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| United States | Philippines | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 338,814,313 | 115,498,456 | 223.3 million more people live in United States than Philippines |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 273 | 87 | United States has 186 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Philippines. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 134 | 30 | United States passport holders can visit 104 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 1147 | 131 | U.S. hosts 1016 more foreign missions than Philippines. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Philippines travel to United States in one year?
The number of visitors from Philippines visiting United States in 2018 was approximately 115,712.
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