Philippines visa for Japanese passport holders
A Japanese passport holder can enter Philippines visa-free for up to 30 days.
Best-effort passport visa-free data — verify against the official source.
Staying longer: every Philippines visa route
The tourist entry above is for visits. To live and work remotely in Philippines, these are the routes the catalogue tracks — income thresholds, fees and processing times are below; the full requirements are on the country page, linked to the official source.
Verified October 13, 2026 (Eastern Time) against official sources.
| Route | Type | Stay | Income needed | Fee | Processing | Work | Residency path |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa | nomad | 1 year, renewable for 1 | — | — | 2-6 weeks | — | |
| Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV) | retirement | Indefinite (renewable) | — | — | — | — | |
| Student Visa (9F) | student | Length of the course, renewed annually | — | — | — | — | — |
| 9(a) Temporary Visitor's Visa | tourist | 30 or 59 days per entry, extendable | — | — | On arrival for visa-free nationals | — | — |
Philippines visa questions for Japanese passport holders
Do Japanese passport citizens need a visa for Philippines?
A Japanese passport holder can enter Philippines visa-free for up to 30 days.
How long does the Digital Nomad Visa take to process?
The Digital Nomad Visa in Philippines takes 2-6 weeks to process.
Can I work remotely in Philippines on the Digital Nomad Visa?
Yes, work is allowed on the Digital Nomad Visa in Philippines. It can be renewed.
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Visa rules change often — verify against the official government source linked on the Philippines page before you travel or apply.