Filipino Passport Visa-Free Countries (2026)
You've found the perfect flight deal, your leave is approved, and then you hit the wall: a restrictive embassy visa application. We've all been there.
But what if you didn't have to apply at all? Filipino passport holders can visit 40 countries visa-free, 39 with visa on arrival, and 40 with an eVisa — 119 destinations accessible without a traditional embassy visa application. The remaining 75 of 194 tracked destinations require a full visa.
Southeast Asia's island nation gives its passport holders a solid head start — especially across ASEAN neighbors and the Pacific.
Last verified: March 2026
Access at a Glance
| Visa Status | Destinations | Share | |---|---|---| | Visa Free | 40 | 21% | | Visa on Arrival | 39 | 20% | | eVisa | 40 | 21% | | Visa Required | 75 | 39% | | Total | 194 | |
Over half of all destinations (61%) are reachable without a traditional visa application. The 75 visa-required countries typically include destinations in Western Europe, North America, and Oceania — though a residence permit can change that significantly.
Visa-Free Destinations (40 Countries)
No application, no fee at the border. Present a valid Filipino passport and enter.
| Country | Region | |---|---| | Argentina | South America | | Barbados | Caribbean | | Benin | West Africa | | Bolivia | South America | | Brazil | South America | | Brunei | Southeast Asia | | Cambodia | Southeast Asia | | Canada | North America | | Colombia | South America | | Costa Rica | Central America | | Fiji | Oceania | | Gabon | Central Africa | | Germany | Western Europe | | Haiti | Caribbean | | Hong Kong | East Asia | | Indonesia | Southeast Asia | | Israel | Middle East | | Ivory Coast | West Africa | | Kazakhstan | Central Asia | | Kiribati | Oceania | | Laos | Southeast Asia | | Malawi | Southern Africa | | Malaysia | Southeast Asia | | Mongolia | East Asia | | Morocco | North Africa | | Nicaragua | Central America | | Paraguay | South America | | Peru | South America | | Rwanda | East Africa | | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | Caribbean | | Sao Tome and Principe | Central Africa | | Singapore | Southeast Asia | | Sri Lanka | South Asia | | Suriname | South America | | Taiwan | East Asia | | Tajikistan | Central Asia | | Thailand | Southeast Asia | | Uzbekistan | Central Asia | | Vanuatu | Oceania | | Vietnam | Southeast Asia |
ASEAN neighbors like Malaysia, Singapore (transit-free), and Indonesia top the list, alongside Pacific island nations and several Caribbean states.
Visa on Arrival (39 Countries)
No advance application required. You receive your visa at the immigration counter on arrival — bring your passport, return ticket, and any applicable fee.
| Country | Region | |---|---| | Algeria | North Africa | | Armenia | Caucasus | | Azerbaijan | Caucasus | | Bangladesh | South Asia | | Belarus | Eastern Europe | | Burundi | East Africa | | Chile | South America | | China | East Asia | | Comoros | East Africa | | Czech Republic | Central Europe | | Djibouti | East Africa | | DR Congo | Central Africa | | Egypt | North Africa | | Ethiopia | East Africa | | Guinea-Bissau | West Africa | | Iraq | Middle East | | Jordan | Middle East | | Kuwait | Middle East | | Kyrgyzstan | Central Asia | | Lebanon | Middle East | | Madagascar | East Africa | | Maldives | South Asia | | Mauritius | East Africa | | Mozambique | Southern Africa | | Nepal | South Asia | | Palau | Oceania | | Papua New Guinea | Oceania | | Saint Lucia | Caribbean | | Saudi Arabia | Middle East | | Senegal | West Africa | | Solomon Islands | Oceania | | South Sudan | East Africa | | Sudan | North Africa | | Syria | Middle East | | Tanzania | East Africa | | Timor-Leste | Southeast Asia | | Trinidad and Tobago | Caribbean | | Tuvalu | Oceania | | Zimbabwe | Southern Africa |
Cambodia, Laos, and the Maldives offer straightforward visa-on-arrival processes, while Middle Eastern destinations like Qatar and Bahrain have opened up in recent years.
How a Residence Permit Changes Your Access
A residence permit from a major economy can flip dozens of visa-required destinations to visa-free. The impact varies dramatically by permit.
| Residence Permit | Destinations Unlocked | New Visa-Free Total | Notable Additions | |---|---|---|---| | Schengen (e.g., Germany) | 52 | 92 | France, Italy, Spain, South Korea | | US Green Card | 22 | 62 | United States, Japan, South Korea, Turkey | | Ireland IRP | 21 | 61 | South Korea, Czech Republic, Finland, Ireland | | Canada PR | 18 | 58 | Japan, South Korea, Turkey, Mexico |
A Filipino passport with a Schengen residence permit brings your visa-free count from 40 to 92 — a 2x increase. Even a Canada PR adds 18 destinations to easier access. Check your exact combination on VisaRadar.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries can Filipino passport holders visit without a visa?
119 destinations are accessible without a traditional embassy visa — 40 visa-free, 39 with visa on arrival, and 40 with an eVisa. The remaining 75 of 194 countries require a full visa application. Check the current map on VisaRadar.
Which visa-free country is most popular with Filipino travelers?
Malaysia and Singapore are the highest-traffic visa-free destinations for Filipino travelers, followed by Indonesia (ASEAN), Hong Kong, and Taiwan. Japan and South Korea require visas at baseline but become visa-free with certain residence permits.
Does a residence permit help Filipino passport holders travel?
Yes, significantly. A Schengen residence permit is typically the biggest upgrade, unlocking dozens of additional destinations including all of Western Europe. A US Green Card, Canada PR, and UK residence also add meaningful access. Check your exact combination on VisaRadar.
How does the Filipino passport compare to other passports in VisaRadar's data?
At baseline, the Filipino passport has 40 visa-free destinations — above India (27) and China (46) in the same tier. Combined with a Schengen residence permit, Filipino passport holders reach 92 visa-free destinations, a significant upgrade.
Do visa-free rules change frequently?
Yes. Countries regularly update visa policies — bilateral agreements, security concerns, and diplomatic shifts can change access overnight. Always verify requirements with the destination country's official immigration website before booking travel.
Visa rules change frequently. Always verify requirements with the destination country's official embassy or immigration website before booking travel. Data from VisaRadar's database, last verified March 2026.
Explore your passport + residence permit combination on the VisaRadar interactive map to see exactly where you can go.