Planning a trip to the Philippines? Whether you’re heading to Cebu, Manila, Boracay, or Palawan, there’s one thing you must do before your flight: Complete the Philippines eTravel arrival registration within 72 hours before departure.
eTravel Arrival Card
✅ Register at: https://etravel.gov.ph
✅ Must be completed within 72 hours before your flight departs
✅ A QR code will be generated — you must save or screenshot it for airport inspection
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What is the eTravel Arrival Card?
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What You Need to Know Before Registering
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Step-by-Step: How to Fill Out the eTravel Form
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Helpful Travel Tips for the Philippines
1️⃣ What is the eTravel Arrival Card?
The Philippines eTravel system is a mandatory electronic arrival card registration platform launched by the government.
All international travelers, regardless of nationality or vaccination status, are required to fill out this form online.
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๐ Must be completed within 72 hours of departure
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๐ Registration website: https://etravel.gov.ph
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๐ฑ A QR code is issued upon submission and is required during arrival
2️⃣ What You Need to Know Before Registering
๐ง Use a Valid Email
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Avoid email domains like @hanmail.net or @daum.net, as they may block OTP verification emails
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Gmail, Yahoo, or Outlook accounts work best
๐ COVID-19 Policy (as of 2025)
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All travelers, regardless of vaccination status, are allowed entry
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No quarantine or COVID-19 test is required
๐ฐ Cost Warning
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eTravel registration is FREE
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Beware of scam websites asking for payment
3️⃣ Step-by-Step: How to Fill Out the eTravel Form
๐น Step 1: Create an eTravel Account
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Visit https://etravel.gov.ph
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Click “Create an Account”
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Enter your email → Receive and enter the OTP code
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Create a password (minimum 8 characters, mix of uppercase/lowercase letters)
๐น Step 2: Enter Personal Information
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Full Name (must match passport)
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Gender
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Date of Birth
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Nationality
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Passport Number
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Permanent Residence (convert to English using a translation tool)
๐น Step 3: Fill in Travel Information
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Are you registering for yourself or someone else?
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Reason for travel
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Flight number and airline
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Arrival airport and travel destination in the Philippines
๐น Step 4: Health Declaration
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Answer questions about your recent health status
๐น Step 5: Submit and Save Your QR Code
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Review all details
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Click “Submit”
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A QR code will appear — screenshot or save it to your phone
✉️ You will also receive the QR code in your email.
4️⃣ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Do I need to print the QR code?
A: Not required, but screenshoting it on your phone is highly recommended.
Q: Can I edit the form after submission?
A: Yes. Log in to https://etravel.gov.ph, and use the Edit function to update your details.
Q: Is this required for children or senior travelers?
A: Yes. All travelers, regardless of age, must register.
Q: Can I register earlier than 72 hours?
A: No. The system only accepts registration within 72 hours of your flight.
Q: Is there an app for eTravel?
A: No. It’s a web-based system only. Do not download any apps claiming to be eTravel.
Bonus: Helpful Travel Tips for the Philippines
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๐ต Exchange USD to Philippine Peso (PHP) in advance
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๐ถ Free WiFi is available at Mactan Cebu International Airport
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๐ Arrive early at the airport with your QR code ready
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๐ธ Bring a waterproof phone case for snorkeling trips in Cebu or Palawan
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๐งณ Print or screenshot customs and currency forms ahead of time
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