9(A) Temporary Visitor's Visa

Applicants who are traveling to the Philippines for a maximum stay of 59 days (visa-free nationals) or 30 days (non visa-free nationals) will apply for an e-Visa through https://evisa.gov.ph/. 

NOTE: e-Visa is not valid for conversion to other types of Philippine visa and is not valid for extension of the authorized period of stay.

Applicants who will stay in the Philippines beyond the prescribed maximum stay are required to fill out the  Visa Application Form and submit the requirements to parispe.consular@dfa.gov.ph as one (1) PDF file. 

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

1. Duly accomplished and signed Visa Application Form

2. Original and photocopy of passport data page with at least six (6) months validity after the date of departure from the Philippines

3. One (1) passport-size photo (size 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm) with white background

4. Valid Identification Card i.e., national ID, carte de sejour, carte vitale, aide medicale, driver’s license, etc.

5. Proof of round-trip reservation showing dates of entry into and departure from the Philippines (DO NOT book your ticket yet)

6. Proof of financial resources for travel expenses, accommodation and subsistence:

• Printed bank statements for the three (3) consecutive months preceding the date of visa application;

• Pay slip certified by the employer or certification of employment stating the applicant’s employment and monthly income; AND

• Proof of tax payments (if applicable)

7. Proof of hotel / accommodation booking reservation covering the intended period of stay in the Philippines

8. Health and travel insurance with a minimum coverage of US$35,000 valid for the entire duration of stay in the Philippines (for applicants 65 years old and above)

9. [For business travel] Invitation letter from a Philippine government or private entity or endorsement from a chamber of commerce (recognized by host government) in the country where the business is located

10. [For Chinese nationals] ORIGINAL Chinese Social Insurance Record Certificate registered for at least six (6) months at the time of submission of visa application.  Those enrolled in primary, secondary or college education or retirees above 55 years old are exempted. 

11. [For internship, volunteer mission or study exchange program] Letter or notice of acceptance in the program issued by a Philippine organization / university / company

12. [For multiple-entry visa] Proof of travel history or frequent travel to the Philippines i.e., Philippine immigration stamps, previously issued PH visas, business contracts or invitation to a series of conference in PH.

13. Additional documentary requirements, as deemed necessary by the Visa Officer

SUPPLEMENTARY REQUIREMENTS:

For Sponsored / Invited Applicants:

1. Invitation and/or Letter of Financial Support from the sponsor, duly notarized in the Philippines (if sponsor is an organization or company, the letter must indicate the applicant’s position in the organization, nature of the trip and guarantee of financial support and repatriation for the period of the trip);

2. For private individual sponsor / host, copy of valid passport and proof of residency in the Philippines shall be required; and

3. Bank statement of the sponsor for the last three months preceding the visa application. The amount required may vary based on the discretion of the Visa Officer.

For Visa-required / Restricted Nationals*:

1. Copy of previously issued Philippine visa (if applicable);

2. Copy of valid Titre de Sejour issued by the French Government;

3. Other documents pertinent to your residence status in France.

*The Embassy may only issue an appropriate visa after it has received the clearance and authority from the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs.