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Got a Philippine passport and a few leave credits? These eight Asian destinations let Filipinos in without a visa, as long as you follow each one’s entry rules.
You don’t need an embassy appointment for every trip abroad. A lot of Asia is open to Filipinos with just a passport, a return ticket and a quick online arrival form.
The catch: the number of days you can stay is different in every country, and some rules changed in 2026. Here’s the updated list, checked against official government sources.
Before any trip: your passport should be valid for at least six months, and you should have a return or onward ticket. Most of the countries below ask for both.
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1. Vietnam: Up to 21 Days
Vietnam lets Filipinos with ordinary passports stay visa-free for up to 21 days, per the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism.
- Stay: up to 21 days
- Needs: passport valid at least 6 months, plus a return or onward ticket
- Best for: food trips, beach towns and cheap long weekends
Start in Ho Chi Minh City for the Cu Chi Tunnels half-day tour, then fly to Da Nang for the Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge day tour.
Quick tip: Planning longer than 21 days? You’ll need a visa, so stay within the limit.
Full itinerary: Vietnam Itinerary: Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang in 5 Days
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2. Thailand: Up to 30 Days
Thailand changed its rules on September 15, 2026. The old 60-day visa exemption is gone. Filipinos are now on the 30-day list, per Thailand’s Public Relations Department and the Royal Thai Embassy.
- Stay: up to 30 days, for tourism only
- Cash: immigration may ask to see 20,000 baht per person, or 40,000 baht per family
- Arrival form: fill out the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within three days before you land
Bangkok has the Damnoen Saduak and Maeklong Railway Market tour. Phuket has the Phi Phi Islands speedboat day tour.
Quick tip: Older blogs still say 60 days. That rule no longer applies.
Full itinerary: Thailand Itinerary: Bangkok Markets to Phuket Islands
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3. Malaysia: Up to 30 Days
ASEAN nationals, including Filipinos, don’t need a visa for stays under one month, per the Immigration Department of Malaysia.
- Stay: less than one month
- Arrival form: submit the free Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) within three days before arrival
- Entry stamp: check that your passport is stamped before leaving immigration, as the Philippine Embassy in Singapore reminds Filipinos
From the airport, the KLIA Ekspres train ticket gets you to KL Sentral.
Full itinerary: Malaysia Escape: Kuala Lumpur and Genting Highlands
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4. Singapore: Up to 30 Days
Filipinos don’t need a visa for Singapore. ASEAN visitors can stay up to 30 days, per Singapore’s Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA).
- Stay: up to 30 days
- Arrival form: the free SG Arrival Card, within three days before arrival
- Needs: passport valid at least 6 months, onward ticket, enough funds
Quick tip: Singapore pairs well with Malaysia. Many travelers do both in one trip.
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5. Indonesia: Up to 30 Days
Indonesia gives ASEAN citizens, Filipinos included, visa-free entry for up to 30 days, per the Embassy of Indonesia.
- Stay: up to 30 days
- Extension: not allowed under this exemption
- Needs: passport valid at least 6 months, plus a return or onward ticket
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6. Taiwan: Up to 14 Days (Extended to July 2027)
Taiwan’s visa-free trial for Filipinos was extended again. It now runs from August 1, 2026 to July 31, 2027, per Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Stay: up to 14 days
- Needs: passport valid at least 6 months, return or onward ticket, proof of where you’re staying, and enough funds, per the Bureau of Consular Affairs
The Yehliu, Jiufen and Shifen day tour covers three classic stops in one day.
Full itinerary: Taiwan Visa-Free for Filipinos: Your Taipei Starter Plan
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7. Hong Kong: Up to 14 Days
Hong Kong lets Filipinos visit without a visa for up to 14 days, per the Hong Kong Immigration Department.
- Stay: up to 14 days
- Needs: valid passport, enough funds, and a return or onward ticket
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8. Macao: Up to 30 Days
Macao gives Philippine passport holders visa-free entry for up to 30 days, per the Macao SAR Government yearbook.
- Stay: up to 30 days
- Easy combo: Hong Kong and Macao are often done in one trip
Quick tip: Leaving the Philippines? Fill out the free eTravel form before your flight.
Eight countries, zero visa applications. Check the day limit for your destination, fill out the arrival form a few days before, and book your tours ahead so the trip runs on your schedule.
Read next: Vietnam Itinerary: Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang in 5 Days · Thailand Itinerary: Bangkok Markets to Phuket Islands · Malaysia Escape: Kuala Lumpur and Genting Highlands · Taiwan Visa-Free for Filipinos: Your Taipei Starter Plan · Your First Stamp: 6 Stress-Free Countries for Your First Trip Abroad