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There are many options available to U.S. citizens in good standing when visiting or immigrating to the Philippines. First, determine if you are in good standing. Most of us would know in advance if there were a potential problem due to any felonies or previous violations. Refer to the list below for more information.
This is a example of why you may not be allowed entry. This is not a comprehinsive list of disqualifications. Contact the Bureau of Immigration if you have any concerns.
A tourist visa is designed for the traveler who intend to vist the Philippines for vairious reasons. Curently like the US imigration policy, the system is being exploiated buy gaming the visa extension options.
It’s essential to check the specific requirements and regulations for your nationality and travel plans.
Please be aware that the rules and regulations on immigration in the Philippines are constanting evolving so please do your researh as part of the process when you make your travel arrangements.
The Alien Certificate of Registration Identity Card (ACR I-Card) is a mandatory identification document for foreign nationals residing in the Philippines for more than 59 days.
BI Main Office
Other Immigration Offices (Click here to see the list of offices authorized to process this transaction)
Annual Report (AR) Fee | PHP 300.00 |
Legal Research Fee (LRF) for each immigration fee except Head Tax and Fines | PHP 10.00 |
Total: | PHP 310.00 |
Note: Monthly fine of P200.00 for delayed Annual Report (reckoned from March 2 of the current year). Annual Report Fee is assessed once the arrival of the applicant falls on or before Nov. 2 of the preceding year.
*Fees are updated as of 06 March 2014 and may change without prior notice.
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