Does the Philippines need a visa?

Whether a visa is required for connecting in the Philippines depends on your specific situation. In the following two cases, you do not need to apply for a Philippine visa: 1. The transit time shall not exceed 24 hours; 2. Transit in the same terminal. If you meet the above conditions, you only need to follow the transfer process provided by the airline and do not need to apply for a visa. It should be noted that Chinese tourists holding valid visas from Australia, Japan, Canada, Schengen countries or the United States can enter and stay for 7 days without a visa, but only for tourist purposes. If you plan to stay in the Philippines for more than 24 hours or your exit ticket does not transfer in the same terminal, then you need a Philippine transit visa. You can consult airlines or relevant visa agencies to understand the specific procedures and materials required for visa processing. In addition, Chinese citizens holding valid visas from third countries can also apply for a three-day Philippine visa on arrival when they transit in the Philippines. In short, when connecting flights in the Philippines, please judge whether you need to apply for a visa according to your actual situation, and understand the relevant policies and visa procedures in advance.