Per entry, set at the border.
Home, family and economic ties decide it.
The rule for British citizens
Visa-free for 30 days. Extendable at the Bureau of Immigration (first to 59 days, then in 1-6 month steps) up to 36 months in total.
Your days, with an example
Arrive on Sun 1 November 2026 and day 30 is Mon 30 November 2026. The day you arrive counts as day 1. The border officer can give you less, so check the date stamped or recorded when you arrive.
Staying longer
Tax residency in Philippines depends on your ties, not only on days. No day test for residency: a resident alien lives in the Philippines (e.g. ACR I-Card). Over 180 days in a calendar year makes a non-resident 'engaged in trade or business', taxed on Philippine income at regular rates.
Other passports
| Passport | Stay |
|---|---|
 EU, EEA or Swiss passport | 30 days visa-free |
 US passport | 30 days visa-free |
 Indian passport | 14 days visa-free |
All the details: Philippines rules for every passport.
Questions
Do British citizens need a visa for Philippines?
Not for a short stay. Visa-free for 30 days. Extendable at the Bureau of Immigration (first to 59 days, then in 1-6 month steps) up to 36 months in total.
How long can British citizens stay in Philippines?
30 days visa-free. Visa-free for 30 days. Extendable at the Bureau of Immigration (first to 59 days, then in 1-6 month steps) up to 36 months in total.
When do British citizens become tax resident in Philippines?
Tax residency in Philippines depends on your ties, not only on days. No day test for residency: a resident alien lives in the Philippines (e.g. ACR I-Card). Over 180 days in a calendar year makes a non-resident 'engaged in trade or business', taxed on Philippine income at regular rates.
Can Noverstay count my days in Philippines?
Yes. The app logs the country you’re in each day and reminds you before your Philippines limit. Only the country, city and date are stored.
Official sources
Rules change often. This page is not legal or tax advice. Check the official source before you travel.