Germans, Austrians, and Swiss do not need a visa for the Philippines — upon entry, you automatically receive a stay of 30 days . Requirements: Passport: Valid for at least 6 months beyond the travel date Return ticket: Checked upon entry! Entry can be denied without a return/onward ticket. Tip: Book

The currency of the Philippines is the Philippine Peso (PHP / ₱) . Current rate (as of 2026): approx. 1 € ≈ 61–63 PHP . Cash The Philippines is still heavily cash-based — especially on the islands and in rural areas. ATMs are available in all major cities (BDO, BPI, Metrobank), but on small islands

Medical care in Manila and Cebu is good (private hospitals like Makati Medical Center, Cebu Doctors Hospital), but limited on the islands. Travel health insurance is mandatory . Vaccinations Recommended: Hepatitis A & B, typhoid, tetanus For long-term stays/adventure travel: Rabies (stray dogs are c

The Philippines is mostly safe for tourists — the biggest risks are natural disasters and petty crime, not violent crime. Safety Rules Avoid Mindanao: The Foreign Office warns against traveling to large parts of Mindanao (south) — especially the Sulu Islands, Marawi, and the western coast. Terrorist

A local SIM card is indispensable in the Philippines — for Grab, GCash, communication, and internet. The Providers Provider Network Strengths Weaknesses Globe Good in cities and tourist areas Best app, good data packages Weak on remote islands Smart (PLDT) Widest coverage, also rural Best coverage o

Tipping is customary in the Philippines, but not regulated by fixed percentages: Restaurants: 5–10% on the bill if no service charge (SC) is listed. If SC is already included: round up or add 20–50 PHP extra. Hotels: 20–50 PHP per piece of luggage for bellboys, 50–100 PHP/day for housekeeping. Tour

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Practical Info A–Z

Everything you need to know for your trip to the Philippines — sorted alphabetically, from entry requirements to health and tipping. Save, print, take with you.

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Entry & Visa

Germans, Austrians, and Swiss do not need a visa for the Philippines — upon entry, you automatically receive a stay of…

2

Money & Currency

The currency of the Philippines is the Philippine Peso (PHP / ₱) . Current rate (as of 2026): approx. 1 € ≈ 61–63 PHP .…

3

Health

Medical care in Manila and Cebu is good (private hospitals like Makati Medical Center, Cebu Doctors Hospital), but limi…

4

Safety

The Philippines is mostly safe for tourists — the biggest risks are natural disasters and petty crime, not violent crim…

5

SIM Card & Internet

A local SIM card is indispensable in the Philippines — for Grab, GCash, communication, and internet. The Providers Prov…

6

Electricity & Sockets

The Philippines uses 220 volts at 60 Hz . Socket types: Type A (two flat pins, like in the USA) and Type B (two flat pi…

7

Booking Island Hopping

Island hopping is the activity in the Philippines. Almost every tourist island offers day tours to nearby islands, lago…

8

Diving & Diving Certificates

The Philippines is one of the best and most affordable diving destinations in the world . PADI Open Water Course from 1…

9

Tipping

Tipping is customary in the Philippines, but not regulated by fixed percentages: Restaurants: 5–10% on the bill if no s…

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