General information: The Philippines was ceded to the United States by Spain in 1898 after the Spanish-American War. The islands gained independence in 1946 after being liberated from Japanese occupation in World War II. The twenty-year rule of Ferdinand MARCOS ended in 1986 when a widespread popular uprising forced him to flee the country. In […]

The Philippines is a country with a colorful and interesting culture, as evidenced by numerous cultural attractions and ancient monuments. Coming to the Philippines, many make various excursions both around the islands with their exotic vegetation and a variety of fauna, and by sea. Beach holidays are also popular here. Philippine beaches have a rare […]

Passport and visa regulations Nationalities Passport required visa required Return ticket required Austria Yes no Yes Germany Yes no Yes Switzerland Yes no Yes Other EU countries Yes no Yes Turkey Yes no Yes Passport information Generally required, must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the stay. Visa information A visa is generally […]