MANILA, Philippines - Philippine Foreign Service Posts in China officially launched the eVisa for Chinese nationals who wish to travel to the Philippines for business or tourism, marking the occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in the eight cities of Beijing, Chongqing, Fuzhou, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Macau, Shanghai, and Xiamen, the Philippine Embassy in Beijing shared.
In a statement, Philippine Ambassador to China Jaime A. FlorCruz stated that the official launch of the eVisa is for the enhancement of client experience, digitalization of services and to stimulate the country’s tourism sector.
“The Philippine Embassy is happy to announce the official launch of the eVisa, jointly developed by the Department of Foreign Affairs and the Department of Information and Communications Technology, in line with the directive of the President to enhance client experience, digitize services, and further invigorate the country’s tourism sector,” said Ambassador FlorCruz in a statement.
It also provides additional convenience to travellers as applications can be submitted online 24/7, which is non-convertible and non-extendable, valid for a 14-day stay in the Philippines, with designated ports of entry at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) in Metro Manila and the Mactan-Cebu International Airport.
FlorCruz also believes that the launching of the eVisa is timely, as the country is continuously solidifying its reputation as a premier tourism destination.
“The Philippines continues to solidify its reputation as a premier tourism destination, having recently been bestowed the 'Island Charm Award' at the 2025 Beijing International Diving & Resort Travel Expo,” stated Ambassador FlorCruz.
He explained that the recognition reflects the distinctive appeal and status of the Philippines as a top destination for tourists.
“This honour, through the efforts of the Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) in Beijing, highlights not only our remarkable dive sites but also our rich marine biodiversity,” he added.
Chinese nationals may apply for an eVisa through https://www.vfsglobal.com.
Meanwhile, Chinese business or tourism travellers who wish to stay for more than 14 days or enter through different airports may apply for the conventional (physical) visa through the following VFS Global sites, which are open from 09:00 AM to 03:00 PM (Monday-Friday, excluding holidays):
a. The Philippines Visa Application Center-Beijing West Gate, Floor B1, Guanghua Lu SOHO II, No.9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District, Beijing, China, 100020
b. The Philippines Visa Application Center-Chongqing 31F, CCOOP, No. 235 Minsheng Road, Yuzhong District, 400010, Chongqing, China
c. The Philippines Visa Application Center-Fuzhou Floor 14, Liyu Bund Centre, No.363 Middle Jiangbin Blvd., Taijiang District, Fuzhou
d. The Philippines Visa Application Center-Guangzhou 8th Floor, GAL Tower, No.78 Pazhou Avenue, Haizhu District, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province, China
e. The Philippines Visa Application Center-Hong Kong 7th Floor, Lee & Man Commercial Center, 169 Electric Road. North Point. Hong Kong
f. The Philippines Visa Application Center-Shanghai 3rd Floor, Jiushi Commercial Building, 213 Sichuan Middle Road, Huangpu District, 200002, Shanghai, China
During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Deputy Chief of Mission Arnel G. Talisayon and Consul General Rodillo Catalan represented the Philippine Embassy in Beijing.
Meanwhile, Consuls General Ivan Frank Olea, Iric Arribas, Romulo Victor Israel, Jr., Edna May Lazaro, Myca Magnolia Fischer, and Winston Dean Almeda represented the Philippine Consulates in Chongqing, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Macau, Shanghai and Xiamen, respectively.
