With the lifting of the travel restrictions on fully vaccinated visa-required foreign nationals (FN) starting 1 April 2022,  the IATF also recommended to reinstated the entry privileges of below travelers:

  • APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) Holders
  • Indian nationals who are holders of valid American, Japanese, Australian, Canadian, Schengen, Singapore, or UK (AJACSSUK) visa or permanent resident permit

Prior to the Philippines’ travel ban in March 2020, ABTC & Indian AJACSSUK visa holders are allowed visa-free entry to the Philippines and allows said individuals limited stay in the Philippines. Entry via ABTC or AJACSSUK is not eligible for work permit application or conversion to a long-term visa.


Source: IATF Resolution No. 165D