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🇦🇪 Does an Emirati need a visa for the Philippines 🇵🇭?

Visa-free · up to 30 days

No. Emirati passport holders can visit the Philippines without a visa for up to 30 days.

Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Emirati citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of the Philippines or its official government website before you travel.

What this means for your trip

Visa-free entry lets you arrive with a valid passport and pass border control without applying in advance.

Border officers can still ask for a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and enough money for your stay, and they decide on entry. The stay limit applies per visit; many countries also cap total days within a period.

Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.

Philippines at a glance

Capital: Manila · Currency: Philippine peso (PHP, ₱) · Official languages: English, Filipino · Calling code: +63

U.S. State Department travel advisory for the Philippines: Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (updated 8 May 2025). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.

Plugs and voltage

Some of your plugs fit (C); for type G plugs bring a travel adapter for the Philippines's sockets (A, B, C).

More about entering the Philippines →

Your embassy in the Philippines

If your passport is lost or stolen, or you need help in an emergency in the Philippines, contact the embassy of the United Arab Emirates:

Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.

The other way round

🇵🇭 Filipino passport holders visiting the United Arab Emirates: Filipino passport holders need a visa for the United Arab Emirates, applied for at an embassy or consulate of the United Arab Emirates before travelling.

The Emirati passport at a glance

130visa-free
7ETA
32visa on arrival
20e-Visa
9visa required

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Questions

Do Emirati citizens need a visa for the Philippines?

Emirati passport holders can visit the Philippines without a visa for up to 30 days.

How long can an Emirati stay in the Philippines without a visa?

Up to 30 days per visit, according to the latest data. The border officer decides on entry.

Does a Filipino need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?

Filipino passport holders need a visa for the United Arab Emirates, applied for at an embassy or consulate of the United Arab Emirates before travelling.