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For Afghan citizens dreaming of the tropical beaches and vibrant culture of the Philippines, a visa is required for entry. Fortunately, the Philippines offers a comprehensive range of visa options, from tourist and student visas to work and business categories, totaling 14 distinct types, each with its own application fee, typically starting around $30. Given the distance, travelers from Kabul can anticipate multiple layovers, often connecting through major Middle Eastern hubs like Dubai or Doha before reaching Manila, with total journey times frequently exceeding 15 hours. Careful planning is therefore essential to secure the appropriate visa and manage the travel logistics for your intended stay, whether for a short visit or an extended period of study or work.

Visa required· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
Required
Health insurance
Not required
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristVisa-Free Entry (30 days)
30d$0
Apply
TouristVisa-Free Entry for Brazil and Israel (59 days)
59d$0
Apply
TouristVisa-Free Entry for Indian Nationals (14 days)
14d$0
Apply
TouristVisa-Free Entry for Indian Nationals with AJACSSUK Visa/Residence (30 days)
30d$0
Apply
TouristVisa-Free Entry for Chinese Nationals (14 days)
14d$0
Apply
TouristVisa-Free Entry for Hong Kong SAR Passport Holders (14 days)
14d$0
Apply
TouristSection 9(a) Temporary Visitor’s Visa – Single Entry, 59-day Stay, 3-Month Validity
59dvalid 3mo
Apply
TouristSection 9(a) Temporary Visitor’s Visa – Multiple Entry, 6-Month Validity
59dmultiple-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
TouristSection 9(a) Temporary Visitor’s Visa – Multiple Entry, 1-Year Validity
59dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
TransitSection 9(b) Transit Visa
3d
Apply
WorkSection 9(c) Seaman / Crew List Visa
Apply
BusinessSection 9(d) Treaty Trader / Treaty Investor Visa
multiple-entry
Apply
StudentSection 9(f) Student Visa
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkSection 9(g) Pre-Arranged Employment Visa (Commercial)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkSection 9(g) Pre-Arranged Employment Visa (Non-Commercial / Missionary)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkSection 9(h) Temporary Worker Visa (Special)
multiple-entry
Apply
OtherSection 13 Immigrant Visa (Quota Immigrant)
multiple-entry
Apply
FamilySection 13(a) Immigrant Visa by Marriage to a Philippine Citizen
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
FamilySection 13(b) Child Born to a Philippine Mother and Foreign Father before January 17, 1973
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
FamilySection 13(c) Child of a Lawful Permanent Resident
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
FamilySection 13(d) Woman Married to a Lawful Permanent Resident
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
FamilySection 13(e) Returning Former Philippine Citizen
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
FamilySection 13(f) Philippine-Born Child of Foreign Parents
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
FamilySection 13(g) Immigrant Visa for Former Philippine Citizens Naturalized Abroad
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
FamilyBalikbayan Privilege (Visa-Free One-Year Stay for Former Filipinos and Certain Family)
365d$0
Apply
RetirementSpecial Resident Retiree’s Visa (SRRV)
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
InvestorSpecial Investor’s Resident Visa (SIRV)
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
InvestorSpecial Visa for Employment Generation (SVEG)
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
StudentStudent Special Study Permit (SSP)
valid 6mo
Apply
OtherSpecial Non-Immigrant Visa for Foreign Government Officials on Official Mission
$0multiple-entry
Apply
InvestorSpecial Non-Immigrant Visa for Investors in the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) Areas
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
WorkSpecial Non-Immigrant Visa for Offshore Banking Unit (OBU) Personnel
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
WorkSpecial Non-Immigrant Visa for Regional or Area Headquarters and Regional Operating Headquarters
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
WorkSpecial Missionary / Religious Worker Visa (Non-Commercial Missionary)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
MedicalTemporary Visitor Visa for Medical Treatment (9(a) for Medical Purposes)
59dvalid 3mo
Apply
FamilyTemporary Resident Visa (TRV) for Foreign Spouse of a Filipino under Special Laws
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
WorkSpecial Visa for Non-Commercial Foreign Religious Workers
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
OtherSpecial Visa for Accredited International Organization Personnel
0d$0multiple-entry
Apply
InvestorSpecial Visa for BOI-Registered Enterprises (Investor/Executive)
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
InvestorSpecial Visa for Pioneering Tourism Investors
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
RetirementSpecial Visa under the Philippine Retirement Authority Courtesy Program
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
WorkProvisional Permit to Work (PPW) for Foreign Nationals with Pending Work Visa
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
WorkSpecial Work Permit (SWP) for Short-Term Assignments
180dvalid 6mo
Apply
WorkAlien Employment Permit (AEP) – Labor Permit Complementing Work Visa
0dvalid 1y
Apply
BusinessTemporary Visitor Visa for Business (9(a) Business Purpose)
59dvalid 3mo
Apply
TransitTransit Without Visa for Certain Nationalities (Airport Transit)
1d$0
Apply
FamilyVisa for Spouse/Dependent of Foreign Nationals with Work or Special Visas (Dependent Visa)
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
HumanitarianRefugee and Stateless Person Status
0d$0multiple-entry
OtherExit Clearance / Emigration Clearance Certificate (ECC) for Certain Foreign Nationals
0dvalid 1mo
Digital NomadDigital Nomad Visa
Working HolidayWorking Holiday Visa
OtherCountry-Specific Talent or Gold Card Programs

UAE residents may obtain eVisa with valid Emirati residence visa.

Sources

Bureau of Immigration Philippines – VisasBureau of Immigration Philippines – eServices PortaleVisa Philippines – Official Philippine eVisa Portal