United Arab EmiratesPhilippines: Visa-free

United Arab EmiratesPhilippines

Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for Philippines?

Visa-free

No. United Arab Emirates passport holders do not need a visa to visit Philippines for tourism for stays of up to 30 days.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: evisa.gov.ph (checked October 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay30 days

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance7,012 km, straight line (~8h 45m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Philippines203 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Philippines passport holders visiting United Arab Emirates: Visa required.

Other visa-free destinations for United Arab Emirates passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for Philippines?

No. United Arab Emirates passport holders do not need a visa to visit Philippines for tourism for stays of up to 30 days.

How long can United Arab Emirates citizens stay in Philippines without a visa?

Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Philippines from United Arab Emirates?

About 7,012 km in a straight line, roughly ~8h 45m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Philippines?

Philippine peso (PHP).

What is the emergency number in Philippines?

911.

What time zone is Philippines in?

Manila (UTC+8).

What is the nearest airport to Manila?

Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), about 5 km away.

How many countries can enter Philippines without a visa?

203 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Philippines visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), also known simply as the Emirates, is a country in West Asia, situated at the eastern end of the Arabian Peninsula. It is a federal semi-constitutional monarchy made up of seven emirates, with Abu Dhabi serving as its national capital. The UAE borders Oman to the east and northeast, and Saudi Arabia to the south and southwest. It shares maritime borders with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Iran in the Persian Gulf, and with Oman in the Gulf of Oman. In 2024, the UAE had an estimated population of over 11 million. Dubai is the country's largest city. Islam is the state religion. Arabic is the official language while English remains the most spoken language and the language of business.

CapitalAbu Dhabi

RegionWestern Asia

Population11.5M

Area83,600 km²

CurrencyUnited Arab Emirates dirham (1 USD ≈ 3.67 AED)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+971

Drives on theright

TimezoneDubai (UTC+4)

Nearest airportZayed International Airport (AUH), 28 km

Emergency number112 / 997 / 998 / 999

UNESCO sites3

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$50,274 (2024)

Tourist arrivals8.1M (2020)

Climate in Abu Dhabi

Warmest July, coolest January, driest May, sunniest May. Best time to visit: November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Abu Dhabi, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	22.8°C	16.9°C	69mm	297h
February	24.2°C	17.6°C	3mm	298h
March	27.7°C	19.9°C	7mm	317h
April	34°C	24.6°C	3mm	303h
May	36.6°C	27.6°C	0mm	374h
June	37.8°C	30.4°C	0mm	370h
July	40.8°C	32.3°C	0mm	351h
August	38.9°C	32.6°C	0mm	336h
September	39.2°C	28.9°C	0mm	337h
October	34.1°C	26.5°C	0mm	337h
November	30°C	23.2°C	0mm	300h
December	25.4°C	19.8°C	0mm	308h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The United Arab Emirates or simply the Emirates is a country rich in history and culture at the entrance to the Persian Gulf. Boasting attractions ranging from the glittering and cosmopolitan cities of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, to the vast and unforgiving desert landscapes of the Empty Quarter, it makes an easy starting point for travels in the Middle East.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Cultural Sites of Al Ain (Hafit, Hili, Bidaa Bint Saud and Oases Areas)
Jabal Al Fayah
Wadi Wurayah

Full source list on About.

About Philippines

The Philippines, officially the Republic of the Philippines, is an archipelagic country in Southeast Asia. Located in the western Pacific Ocean, it consists of about 7,641 islands, with a total area of about 300,000 square kilometers. The islands are broadly categorized in three main geographical divisions. From north to south, the divisions are: Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. With a population of over 114 million, it is the world's thirteenth-most-populous country.

CapitalManila

RegionSouth-Eastern Asia

Population116.8M

Area342,353 km²

CurrencyPhilippine peso (1 USD ≈ 62.88 PHP)

LanguagesEnglish, Filipino

Calling code+63

Drives on theright

TimezoneManila (UTC+8)

Nearest airportNinoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), 5 km

Emergency number911

UNESCO sites7

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$4,171 (2025)

Tourist arrivals1.5M (2020)

Climate in Manila

Warmest May, coolest February, driest March, sunniest March. Best time to visit: January, February, March, June, September, December.

Monthly climate normals for Manila, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	30.5°C	23.6°C	34mm	330h
February	30.6°C	22.9°C	11mm	321h
March	33°C	24.9°C	10mm	368h
April	33.8°C	26.2°C	28mm	357h
May	33.4°C	27.1°C	248mm	349h
June	32.1°C	26.5°C	203mm	323h
July	31.4°C	26°C	335mm	305h
August	30°C	25.9°C	284mm	254h
September	30.6°C	25.8°C	196mm	292h
October	29.6°C	25.5°C	416mm	233h
November	29.8°C	24.8°C	332mm	268h
December	29.3°C	24.6°C	225mm	278h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The Philippines, officially the Republic of the Philippines, is an archipelago of more than 7,100 islands in Southeast Asia.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Baroque Churches of the Philippines
Historic City of Vigan
Mount Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary
Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park
Q235004
Rice Terraces of the Philippine Cordilleras
Tubbataha Reef

Upcoming public holidays

October 31, 2026All Saints' Day Eve

November 1, 2026Araw ng mga Santo

November 30, 2026Araw ni Gat Andres Bonifacio

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