Philippines Expands e-Visa System to US and 19 Caribbean Countries
Updated: Aug 14
MANILA, August 14, 2026 — The Philippines has expanded its electronic visa (e-Visa) system to the United States and 19 Caribbean countries and territories, marking another significant milestone in the country's digital visa transformation.
The Philippine Embassy in Washington announced on August 7, 2026, that the e-Visa system would be implemented across its newly covered jurisdictions beginning August 10, 2026 . Eligible applicants residing in these areas can now submit their applications online through the official portal without having a physical visa sticker placed in their passport.
Newly Covered Jurisdictions
In addition to the United States, the expansion covers the following 19 Caribbean countries and territories :
Region | Countries/Territories |
Caribbean | Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, The Bahamas, Barbados, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Guadeloupe, Haiti, Jamaica, Martinique, Montserrat, Saint Barthélemy, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Martin, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands |
Who Can Apply and Why
The e-Visa is intended for residents of these countries and territories who are eligible for the Philippine e-Visa and plan to make a temporary visit to the Philippines . Eligibility can be checked directly through the official portal when starting an application.
Important: US citizens and nationals of the Caribbean countries concerned continue to qualify for visa-free entry for an initial stay of up to 30 days. The e-Visa provides an online option for residents whose nationality requires a Philippine visa before travel, and may also be useful for visa-exempt travelers who want a temporary 9(a) visa for a longer stay (up to 59 days ).
Philippine e-Visa Expansion Timeline
Since its launch, the Philippine e-Visa system has been rolled out in multiple phases across the globe:
Date | Jurisdiction/Countries Added |
September 2025 | France, Austria, Greece, Netherlands; residents of Monaco, Cyprus, North Macedonia |
November 2025 | China (mainland, Hong Kong, Macau) |
June 8, 2026 | Nagoya, Japan (expanded from Tokyo) |
June 22, 2026 | New Zealand, Cook Islands, Niue |
July 1, 2026 | Australia (Canberra consular jurisdiction: ACT, Queensland, NT, WA) |
July 6, 2026 | Spain, Andorra |
July 2026 | Denmark; Faroe Islands and Greenland |
July 14, 2026 | Germany |
August 10, 2026 | United States, 19 Caribbean countries/territories |
How to Apply
Eligible applicants must use the official portal to create an account, complete the application form, and upload required supporting documents :
Step | Action |
1 | Visit evisa.gov.ph |
2 | Create an account |
3 | Complete the application form |
4 | Upload required supporting documents |
5 | Track application status online |
6 | Download approved e-Visa (digital or printed) |
Reminders:The e-Visa covers the temporary visitor 9(a) visae-Visa cannot be converted into another visa categoryAuthorized stay cannot be extended under the e-VisaTravelers must also register through the Philippine eTravel platform within 72
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