PANO BA: How to register for eTravel and extend your stay in the Philippines if you are a foreign passport holder

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All Filipinos traveling to and from the Philippines, as well as foreign crew members and passengers, are required to register or update their information in the eTravel System. Here’s a guide to the free application to help avoid some hassles upon arrival at the airport.


Key Points
  • According to Director Purificacion Molintas, Tourism Attache of the Philippines in Australia and New Zealand, failing to secure an E-Travel authorization often causes delays for travelers and tourists.
  • Australian citizens may enter the Philippines visa-free for up to 30 days.
  • A free OFW Lounge is available at NAIA Terminal 3 for eligible Filipino workers traveling to and from the Philippines.

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PANO BA: How to register for eTravel and extend your stay in the Philippines if you are a foreign passport holder | SBS Filipino