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Visa
A Philippine Visa is an endorsement issued by consular officers denoting that the application has been properly examined and that the bearer is permitted to proceed to a Philippine port of entry and request permission from the Immigration authorities to enter the country.
A visa is not a guarantee that the holder will be automatically admitted into the country. The admission of foreign nationals into the Philippines is a function of the Immigration authorities at the port of entry.
The Consulate General only accepts visa application from residents of the following States: ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KANSAS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEBRASKA, NORTH DAKOTA, OHIO, SOUTH DAKOTA AND WISCONSIN.
Requirements
Requirements and Procedure (Additional requirements may be requested):
1. PRINT-OUT OF APPLICATION FORM NO. 2A
2. AIR TICKETS or TRAVEL ITINERARY
3. ORIGINAL PASSPORT (together with a photocopy of the data page of the passport) with a validity of at least six (6) months beyond the proposed stay in the Philippines
4. PROOF of FINANCIAL CAPACITY (bank statement of the latest 6 months, employment certificate, notarized letter of invitation/support, or equivalent document)
5. For non-US citizens, valid US VISA or GREEN CARD
*Conditions:
• They have valid tickets to their next country of destination not later than 30 days from date of arrival in the Philippines.
• They have passports valid for a period of at least 6 months at the time of arrival in the Philippines.
Also, the following foreign nationals may enter the Philippines visa-free, subject to conditions*:
• Holders of Hong Kong SAR passports (14 days)
• Holders of Macau SAR passports (14 days)
• Holders of Macau-Portuguese and Hong Kong British passports (7 days)
• Chinese nationals entering the Philippines via Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Metro Manila and Mactan-Cebu International Airport, Cebu for tourism and business purposes only (14 days)
• Chinese nationals with a valid Australian, Japanese, Canadian, Schengen, or US visa entering the Philippines for tourism purposes only via all major international airports and secondary international hubs (SIHs), as well as in seaports by passengers on board cruise ships/vessels (7 days)
• Indian nationals for tourism and business purposes only (14 days)
• Indian nationals with a valid Australian, Japanese, Canadian, Singaporean, Schengen, US, or UK visa for tourism and business purposes only (30 days)
*Conditions:
• They have valid tickets to their next country of destination not later than the allowed period of stay in the Philippines.
• They have passports valid for a period of at least 6 months at the time of arrival in the Philippines.
6. PERSONAL APPEARANCE for certain nationalities
7. For multiple-entry visa applications, PROOF OF PURPOSE/REASON (e.g., documents showing family, property or business in the Philippines)
For inquiries, email us at chicagopcg@att.net (Subject: “Visa”).
After given a go-signal by the Consulate, send the above-mentioned requirements by mail to the Philippine Consulate General with address at 122 S Michigan Ave, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60603. Include a self-addressed return envelope (with appropriate stamps for express or priority mail with tracking numbers via US Postal Service, or with pre-paid mailing envelope from a private courier of choice [except FedEx]), and a money order or cashier’s check payable to “Philippine Consulate General" for the processing fee (contact the Consulate for details). Personal checks and credit cards are not accepted.
Once approved, single-entry visas will be mailed by the Consulate seven (7) working days after receipt of the requirements by mail. For an expedited release, an additional fee of $10.00 is required. Multiple-entry visas will be mailed after the approval from Manila is obtained.
• They have valid tickets to their next country of destination not later than 30 days from date of arrival in the Philippines.
• They have passports valid for a period of at least 6 months at the time of arrival in the Philippines.
Also, the following foreign nationals may enter the Philippines visa-free, subject to conditions*:
• Holders of Hong Kong SAR passports (14 days)
• Holders of Macau SAR passports (14 days)
• Holders of Macau-Portuguese and Hong Kong British passports (7 days)
• Chinese nationals entering the Philippines via Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Metro Manila and Mactan-Cebu International Airport, Cebu for tourism and business purposes only (14 days)
• Chinese nationals with a valid Australian, Japanese, Canadian, Schengen, or US visa entering the Philippines for tourism purposes only via all major international airports and secondary international hubs (SIHs), as well as in seaports by passengers on board cruise ships/vessels (7 days)
• Indian nationals for tourism and business purposes only (14 days)
• Indian nationals with a valid Australian, Japanese, Canadian, Singaporean, Schengen, US, or UK visa for tourism and business purposes only (30 days)
*Conditions:
• They have valid tickets to their next country of destination not later than the allowed period of stay in the Philippines.
• They have passports valid for a period of at least 6 months at the time of arrival in the Philippines.
For inquiries, email us at chicagopcg@att.net (Subject: “Visa”).
After given a go-signal by the Consulate, send the above-mentioned requirements by mail to the Philippine Consulate General with address at 122 S Michigan Ave, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60603. Include a self-addressed return envelope (with appropriate stamps for express or priority mail with tracking numbers via US Postal Service, or with pre-paid mailing envelope from a private courier of choice [except FedEx]), and a money order or cashier’s check payable to “Philippine Consulate General" for the processing fee (contact the Consulate for details). Personal checks and credit cards are not accepted.
Once approved, single-entry visas will be mailed by the Consulate seven (7) working days after receipt of the requirements by mail. For an expedited release, an additional fee of $10.00 is required. Multiple-entry visas will be mailed after the approval from Manila is obtained.
Requirements and Procedure (Additional requirements may be requested):
1. Duly-accomplished and notarized VISA APPLICATION FORM (FA Form No. 2A) with a passport-size photograph taken within the last 6 months
2. AIR TICKETS or TRAVEL ITINERARY
3. ORIGINAL PASSPORT (together with a photocopy of the data page of the passport) with a validity of at least six (6) months beyond the proposed stay in the Philippines
4. For non-US citizensUS VISA or GREEN CARD
5. PERSONAL APPEARANCE for certain nationalities
For inquiries, email us at chicagopcg@att.net (Subject: “Visa”).
After given a go-signal by the Consulate, send the above-mentioned requirements by mail to the Philippine Consulate General with address at 122 S Michigan Ave, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60603. Include a self-addressed return envelope (with appropriate stamps for express or priority mail with tracking numbers via US Postal Service, or with pre-paid mailing envelope from a private courier of choice [except FedEx]), and a money order or cashier’s check payable to “Philippine Consulate General" for the processing fee (contact the Consulate for details). Personal checks and credit cards are not accepted.
Once approved, single-entry visas will be mailed by the Consulate seven (7) working days after receipt of the requirements by mail. For an expedited release, an additional fee of $10.00 is required.
For inquiries, email us at chicagopcg@att.net (Subject: “Visa”).
After given a go-signal by the Consulate, send the above-mentioned requirements by mail to the Philippine Consulate General with address at 122 S Michigan Ave, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60603. Include a self-addressed return envelope (with appropriate stamps for express or priority mail with tracking numbers via US Postal Service, or with pre-paid mailing envelope from a private courier of choice [except FedEx]), and a money order or cashier’s check payable to “Philippine Consulate General" for the processing fee (contact the Consulate for details). Personal checks and credit cards are not accepted.
Once approved, single-entry visas will be mailed by the Consulate seven (7) working days after receipt of the requirements by mail. For an expedited release, an additional fee of $10.00 is required.
Requirements and Procedure (Additional requirements may be requested):
1. Duly-accomplished and notarized VISA APPLICATION FORM (FA Form No. 2A) with a passport-size photograph taken within the last 6 months.
2. ORIGINAL PASSPORT (together with a photocopy of the data page of the passport) with a validity of at least six (6) months beyond the proposed stay in the Philippines
3. AIR TICKETS or TRAVEL ITINERARY
4. LETTER from the Shipping Company
5. For non-US citizens, valid US VISA or GREEN CARD
6. PERSONAL APPEARANCE for certain nationalities
For inquiries, email us at chicagopcg@att.net (Subject: “Visa”).
After given a go-signal by the Consulate, send the above-mentioned requirements by mail to the Philippine Consulate General with address at 122 S Michigan Ave, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60603. Include a self-addressed return envelope (with appropriate stamps for express or priority mail with tracking numbers via US Postal Service, or with pre-paid mailing envelope from a private courier of choice [except FedEx]), and a money order or cashier’s check payable to “Philippine Consulate General" for the processing fee (contact the Consulate for details). Personal checks and credit cards are not accepted.
Once approved, single-entry visas will be mailed by the Consulate seven (7) working days after receipt of the requirements by mail. For an expedited release, an additional fee of $10.00 is required.
For inquiries, email us at chicagopcg@att.net (Subject: “Visa”).
After given a go-signal by the Consulate, send the above-mentioned requirements by mail to the Philippine Consulate General with address at 122 S Michigan Ave, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60603. Include a self-addressed return envelope (with appropriate stamps for express or priority mail with tracking numbers via US Postal Service, or with pre-paid mailing envelope from a private courier of choice [except FedEx]), and a money order or cashier’s check payable to “Philippine Consulate General" for the processing fee (contact the Consulate for details). Personal checks and credit cards are not accepted.
Once approved, single-entry visas will be mailed by the Consulate seven (7) working days after receipt of the requirements by mail. For an expedited release, an additional fee of $10.00 is required.
Requirements and Procedure (Additional requirements may be requested):
1. Two (2) duly-accomplished VISA APPLICATION FORMS (FA Form No. 3) with the prescribed PHOTOGRAPH
2. Original and two (2) photocopies of PASSPORT
3. If a foreign spouse, original and photocopy of MARRIAGE CONTRACT / REPORT OF MARRIAGE issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
If unavailable, an option is to order online via PSA's https://psahelpline.ph/
4. If a foreign child (unmarried and under 21 years old), original and photocopy of BIRTH CERTIFICATE
5. Original and two (2) photocopies of PROOF OF PHILIPPINE CITIZENSHIP of the spouse or parent (Passport or Dual Citizenship Certificate)
6. Original and photocopy of notarized LETTER OF REQUEST for an Immigrant Visa signed by the Filipino spouse or parent
7. Original and photocopy of local POLICE CLEARANCE obtained within the last (6) months
8. Two (2) copies of PROOF of FINANCIAL CAPACITY (bank statement of the latest 6 months, employment certificate, property or income documents)
9. Two (2) MEDICAL CERTIFICATES (F.A. Form No. 11) accomplished by a local physician, with all supporting documents in duplicate (two copies): CD of chest X-ray plate and results of 1) stool (ova/parasite and occult blood); 2) urinalysis; and 3) complete blood test (blood serology and chemistry), and with the prescribed PHOTOGRAPH
10. PERSONAL APPEARANCE
For inquiries, email us at chicagopcg@att.net (Subject: “Visa”).
For inquiries, email us at chicagopcg@att.net (Subject: “Visa”).
Foreign nationals of the following countries may enter the Philippines visa-free and may stay therein not exceeding thirty (30) days (Executive Order 408, S. 1960, as amended), subject to conditions*:
*Conditions:1. They have valid tickets to their next country of destination not later than 30 days from date of arrival in the Philippines.
2. They have passports valid for a period of at least 6 months at the time of arrival in the Philippines.
Also, the following foreign nationals may enter the Philippines visa-free, subject to conditions*:
1. Holders of Hong Kong SAR passports (14 days)
2. Holders of Macau SAR passports (14 days)
3. Holders of Macau-Portuguese and Hong Kong British passports (7 days)
4. Chinese nationals with a valid Australian, Japanese, Canadian, Schengen, or US visa (7 days)
5. Indian nationals with a valid Australian, Japanese, Canadian, Singaporean, Schengen, US, or UK visa (30 days strictly for tourism)
6. Indian nationals without the aforementioned visas (14 days strictly for tourism)
*Conditions:1. They have valid tickets to their next country of destination not later than the allowed period of stay in the Philippines.
2. They have passports valid for a period of at least 6 months at the time of arrival in the Philippines.
*Conditions:
Also, the following foreign nationals may enter the Philippines visa-free, subject to conditions*:
*Conditions:
Citizen's Charter
