Philippines
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Overview
Capital
Manila
Currency
PHP
Continent
Asia
Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Philippines.
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to Philippines
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Belgium | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Bulgaria | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Croatia | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Cyprus | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Czechia | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Denmark | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Estonia | Visa Free | 30 days |
| Finland | Visa Free | 30 days |
| France | Visa Free | 30 days |
Detailed visa guides for Philippines
Monthly costs
Manila
Rent (center)
500 USD/mo
Groceries
200 USD/mo
Transport
30 USD/mo
Est. Monthly Total
810 USD/mo
Work Permits
Philippines offers a Digital Nomad / Freelance visa option.
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9(g) Employment Visa
Duration: 1-3 years
Employer-sponsored, AEP from DOLE
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Digital Nomad Visa
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Remote workers, min $2,000/month — lowest globally
Salary & Tax
Income Tax Range
0% – 35%
Social Security (Employee)
0.045%
TRAIN law rates. Digital Nomad Visa launched 2025 — min $2,000/month.
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