Good to know
- eTravel is free. Only use etravel.gov.ph. Any site that charges a fee is not the official portal.
- Airline staff may ask to see your QR code with your passport before boarding.
- Each traveller, including children, needs their own registration. You need a new one for each trip.
How to submit
- Open the official site from the button on this page, not from a search ad.
- Keep your passport, flight details and accommodation address ready.
- Fill in the form during the allowed window.
- Save the confirmation or QR code as a screenshot, and print it if you can.
- Show the confirmation at check-in or immigration if you are asked.
Common mistakes
- Paying a third-party site. The official form is free.
- Submitting outside the allowed window, which can cause the form to be rejected.
- Typing details that do not match your passport exactly.
- Assuming that no visa means no arrival card. They are separate.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Philippines eTravel free?
Yes, on the official site it is free. If a website asks you to pay, it is not the official portal.
When should I submit the eTravel?
Within 72 hours before your scheduled arrival (not earlier). Confirm the exact window on the official site, because it can change.
Do I need it if I do not need a visa?
The arrival card is a separate requirement from a visa. Who must submit: All arriving passengers, Filipino and foreign. Diplomatic and official passport holders and a few other groups are exempt.
Where this comes from
We check the official portal and published government notices where we can reach them. Because rules change, always confirm on the official site.