You do not need a visa for Philippines if you have an Irish passport

Philippines eArrival Card

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Visa-free

Philippines eArrival Card

Price: $59.99
Processing: from 30 minutes
Entries: Single entry
Maximum stay: 30 days
Enter within: 30 days

$59.99 for our service — no government fee

What you need for the Philippines eArrival Card

These are the documents this application asks for. You can upload them after checkout — nothing is needed to start.

Applicant's Photo

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Everything about the Philippines eArrival Card — conditions, what the authorities check and how long it lasts.

How it works

1
Answer the questions
One form, written in plain language. We ask only what Philippines actually requires for a Irish passport.
2
We check and submit
Your application is reviewed for the mistakes that cause rejections before it goes to the authorities.
3
Confirmation by email
Your confirmation usually arrives within 30 minutes. It comes by email, with everything you need to show on arrival.

Frequently asked questions

Do Irish citizens need a visa for Philippines?

No. Irish citizens can enter Philippines without applying for a visa in advance.

How much does the Philippines eArrival Card cost for Irish citizens?

$59.99. There is no government fee — that is $59.99 for our service.

How long does it take to get the Philippines eArrival Card?

From 30 minutes. Governments do not guarantee processing times, so apply as early as you can.

How long can Irish citizens stay in Philippines?

Up to 30 days.

How long is the Philippines eArrival Card valid for?

You must enter Philippines within 30 days of filing it. That window is separate from how long you may stay.

Do Irish citizens need a new Philippines eArrival Card for each trip?

Yes — it covers a single entry, so each trip needs its own.

When should Irish citizens apply?

Confirmation takes from 30 minutes, and you then have 30 days to enter Philippines. You can apply shortly before you fly — just not so early that the entry window runs out.

Still have a question?

Ask our assistant. It answers in the chat, and we hand it the route you are looking at — Irish passport, travelling to Philippines — so you do not have to repeat it.

What Philippines may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
Hotel booking or accommodation proof
Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
Passport photo 2x2 inches with white background

Entry requirements for Irish travellers

These rules apply specifically to Irish passport holders entering Philippines as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
Mandatory proof of return or onward ticket from Philippines
Travelers require proof of a ticket showing their entrance and exit from the Philippines.
- This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers: -Nationals of the Philippines; -Foreign nationals residing in the Philippines; -Arriving Balikbayans, including Filipino citizens abroad and former Filipino citizens, and their accompanying spouses and children.
The Philippine Embassy in Singapore Last checked 2026-08-12
Required
Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months after the traveler exits Philippines
Travelers need a valid passport to enter Philippines. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveler departs from Philippines.
PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL IN NEW YORK Last checked 2026-05-28
Recommended
Recommended vaccinations for Philippines
Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Routine vaccines including Measles; -Japanese Encephalitis vaccine for extended stays or rural activities (not recommended for short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese Encephalitis season). Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.
CDC - Philippines Last checked 2026-07-29
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Philippines
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Philippines.
Last checked 2026-07-28
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Philippines.
Last checked 2026-07-28
Not required
Transit visa is not required
Travelers do not need a visa to transit through Philippines.
Last checked 2026-07-29