Philippines eTravel Registration Guide
Register on eTravel (etravel.gov.ph) within 72 hours before arrival and save the QR code; airlines check it before boarding. It is free. Koreans can stay 30 days visa-free.
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- Who
- All arriving foreign and Filipino passengers and crew, and departing Filipino passengers. Exempt: diplomats, 9(e) visa holders, diplomatic/official passport holders.
- When
- Within 72 hours (3 days) before arrival.
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- One registration per trip; update your record for each new trip.
- Processing
- QR code is issued immediately: green = proceed to immigration, red = further check by the Bureau of Quarantine.
Steps
- Open etravel.gov.ph (or the eGovPH app) and sign in.
- Enter personal and passport details.
- Enter travel details and answer the health questions.
- Submit and screenshot or download the QR code before closing the page.
- Show the QR code to the airline at check-in and to officers on arrival.
Have ready
- Passport
- Flight number and arrival date
- Address in the Philippines
- Email address
- Internet connection
Watch out
- etravel.gov.ph is the only official site. Sites charging a fee are scams; report them to the CICC.
- Lost the QR code? Retrieve it at etravel.gov.ph/search with your reference number and date of birth.
- Registering more than once: present only one QR code to avoid delays.
- You cannot register earlier than 72 hours before arrival.
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FAQ
Is eTravel free?
Yes. The official system never collects online payment.
Do I need an app?
No. It works in any mobile or desktop browser; the eGovPH app is an alternative.
Can I print the QR code instead of a screenshot?
Yes, printed copies are accepted.
Do foreigners register again when leaving?
No. Departure registration applies to Filipino passengers only.