The Philippines currently has five embassies in China, located in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chongqing, and Xiamen. Applicants can submit their tourist visa applications at the nearest embassy (Beijing can process applications for passports issued outside of the Beijing consular district). The Philippine tourist visa is a single-entry visa, valid for 90 days from the date of issuance. The duration of stay can be 30 days or 59 days. (Shanghai only processes visas for 14 days) Applicants can apply for the duration of stay based on their circumstances.
1. Required materials for obtaining a tourist visa for the Philippines:
1. Passport or travel document, valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay in the Philippines (copy of the passport data page);
2. One completed visa application form with a photo for Chinese mainland passport holders and other nationalities, and two for Taiwanese applicants;
3. Proof of financial capability, although consular officials may require additional documentation from applicants.
- Employment verification letter/reference letter from the employer
- Proof of personal assets - guarantee letter from an authorized Chinese travel agency
- Bank deposit certificate - valid international credit card (copy)
- Original notarized guarantee letter from a Philippine citizen or a reputable Philippine company
4. Confirmed round-trip or onward flight tickets (copy)
2. Process for obtaining a tourist visa for the Philippines:
1. Prepare the required materials for the tourist visa;
2. Schedule an appointment to submit the materials (in-person interview);
3. Attend the in-person interview;
4. Collect the passport and verify that the visa information on the passport is correct. Generally, after submitting the application at the embassy, the Philippine tourist visa can be issued within 3-4 working days.