Get a Philippines Visa

Business Travel Requirements for an Philippines Visa for Swiss Citizens

1. Visa May Not Be Required

   Visa exempt for a stay of up to 30 days. The traveller must:

   • Hold a valid passport on arrival with one blank visa page
   • Hold proof of sufficient funds
   • Hold proof of onward/return flights
   • Hold all documents required for the next destination
   • Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa
   For stays of longer than 30 days, a visa is required. The requirements can be found within the CIBTvisas application pack

2. Passport

   The applicant's actual passport. The passport must: 

   • Be valid for six months beyond exit date
   • Have at least two blank visa pages

3. Photograph(s)

   You must provide one colour, passport type photograph that meets the following criteria:

   • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
   • Be taken against an all white background
   • Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
   • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
   • You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
   • Your photo should not be affixed to your application and it may not display evidence of adhesive or staples

4. Business Introduction Letter

   You must provide an original Business Cover Letter from the applicant's Swiss employer. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays a Swiss postal address. Use the sample Business Cover Letter provided here to complete your letter.
   
   All Business Cover Letters must be addressed to the Embassy or Consulate. The address of the diplomatic missions can be found here
   

5. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel

6. Visa Application Form(s)

   One fully completed application form. This form must:

   • Be printed back to back on one sheet of paper
   • Be signed

7. CIBTvisas Order Confirmation

   For orders placed on the CIBTvisas website, a copy of the Online Order Confirmation which is sent to you via email, must be submitted.

   
   For all other orders, and where applicable, a completed CIBTvisas Visa Order Form which can be found in the CIBTvisas Application Pack should be submitted.

   
   Please note that all card payments will only be made upon completion of the visa application process. 

8. Former Filipino Nationals and Immediate Family

   Former Filipino nationals can travel to the Philippines without a visa for a stay of up to one year. Their immediate family (spouse and children) also benefit from this visa waiver when travelling together.

   Former Filipino nationals will be required to provide either a former Philippine passport or a copy of birth certificate on entry. Each accompanying family member will be required to carry documents showing proof of relationship:

   • A copy of marriage certificate for the spouse
   • A copy of birth certificate or adoption certificate for each child

9. Proof of Approval

   Applicants are required to show pre-approval from the Immigration Authorities in Philippines

10. Additional Information

    Applicants may be asked to appear in person at the consulate for an interview