4 THINGS FOREIGN TOURISTS NEED WHEN VISITING THE PHILIPPINES | IS A RETURN TICKET A MUST-HAVE?

[@JenniferTerri]

📍Tutorial Guide for E-TRAVEL (ENGLISH): kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGOuh5aOg8-osJo 🔗GET Philippine E-SIM here : maya.net/esim/philippines?P5Lz5TGo4MxQ 📍If you need a return/onward ticket, you can rent one from: onwardticket.com/jennifer 🚕Reliable Taxi Drivers in NAIA (Manila Airport)🚕 Kuya Renier facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070681510629 Kuya Johnny facebook.com/johnny.anim Kuya Leif facebook.com/leifirish.mercado Kuya Ruazol facebook.com/goodboy.ruazol Kuya Pablo facebook.com/pablo.deguzman.108 Kuya Mcdioni facebook.com/dominic.lendio.5 Safe travels! 😊

[@evavlog6815]

Ma'am Jen Ask KO Lang bakit Hindi kasali ang USA ditto sa free Visa. Thanks

[@notnelc8quil863]

Is there a travel tax coming back to USA from Philippines?

[@nidamendoza9397]

Yes po

[@dougsmyth8092]

Keep up with the good videos, Jennifer you’re the most informative. Don’t quit please.

[@normanmcleod7169]

What an intelligent, articulate, well groomed and attractive young lady you are! just a couple of points from my experience as a multiple visitor from the UK to the Philippines:- 1) I have always had my return ticket for 3 months stay duration and never had any problem with it being outside the 20 day visa period ... lets hope this doesn't give me a problem in Jan 2025 😊 2) There are Grab booths exiting arrivals halls at both Terminal 1 and 3 so if you don't have the app on your 'phone ... no worries.. Thank you for your useful and informative video.

[@mulcahy123]

I've seen many videos for people traveling to PH, and I like yours better by far. The only thing I think you should mention is to try to get small denomination bills

[@gerrymcnally9344]

Thank you Jennifer for your great updates. Great to see you back 😊

[@DavidSheridan-kt7hv]

Welcome back to the YT world!! LOL

[@SaintJazza]

Thank you! When I went to Japan these kinds of videos were everywhere, but not so much for the Phillipines

[@watchingyou9836]

I'm not sure if anyone has had issues with extension of visa or visa waiver recently. I went onto the website and filled out the requirements that were asked only to get a message saying the recent entry date was incorrect. I did this several times and decided to give up and go to the immigration office personally and it took only 5 minutes. I would suggest if you plan to extend and arrive in terminal 3 you can just go upstairs and do the extension. Another issue is they say to call the 24 hr hotline. The issue there is that it's a landline and you must be sure to have ample load (credit), on your phone. The Philippines is a little behind in times when it comes to technology and the internet and this can make you frustrated especially when you come from a place that is up to date with technology etc etc. Never be rude or take your frustrations out on the government officials because this will give you a one way ticket back home.

[@alexanderjwz2124]

True, best way to get extension is if you are in PH then go to immigration.

[@Not_A_Tourist]

I went today in Robinson Galleria in Cebu, it took almost two hours.

[@skully5473]

If you're in Luzon north of Manila you can go to Marquee Mall in Angeles for BI.

[@miguelc.819]

Thank you for the great information, I already bought my ticket to Dumaguete for February 🎉 your channel is awesome and it always has the most recent information, Thanks again 🙏

[@rickylee6129]

Excellent VIDEO Jennifer 😊

[@tonyh7390]

Hi Jennifer. Thank you for the information in this video. I was actually talking today with someone about being allowed to take my medication for a long visit, maybe 6 months. Knowing I can is a great help. 😊

[@NewG101]

Thanks for the information and useful recommendations. 👍🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@joeGuizan]

Good to know.🎉 Thanks🙏

[@carmelitaharrison6614]

Good to see you back Jen

[@AirheadSavant]

Great video! ❤❤❤❤

[@franciscosamuel.]

Thank you Jennifer for informing us about the travel requirements for the Philippines, I feel comfortable with your valuable information👏👏👏

[@benschneider2322]

This clarifies so much for me thank you!

[@troymoses8405]

So pleased to see you Jennifer and thank you the updates arrived just in time. I’ll be flying at the end of December. You’re the best.

[@davedpl8722]

Thank you !!! Planning this December

[@whatevertheworldholds]

Thank you Jennifer good to see you enjoyed the video take care of yourself and Merry Christmas and happy New Year ❤

[@cyndig1670]

yes we keep asking after all the vaccine and pcr tests and on and on we were all put thru for years ThaNks for clarifying

[@pissedoffpotato1882]

We just got back from the Philippines. Korean AIr ruined our whole trip and took 2 days off of our so-called vacation. This was the 1st week of November 2023. I should have known all these tips before going like the sim card and everything. Based on our experience, we made sure we had E-travel on our way there and on the way back and it was only asked once from us and no one even bothered to look for them in NAIA. Thank you for your information.

[@alexanderjwz2124]

that is strange they did check mine when i left ph

[@GarrettSAlston]

My experience, with Korean Airlines in Nov 2018, was great!! All went smoothly for this still strokes disabled dude traveling by wheelchair ♿️. I have nothing but great things to say about all 3 of my flights to the Philippines 🇵🇭 since 1999( 1999, 2018 and final one, to stay here on a tourist visa for now in 2022- post covid) I hope my exit clearance flights ✈️ to local countries in SE Asia will continue this trend of great and professional luck!! Real talk&Nuff Said!! Much love and happy holidays to all!! Yes, si, chai ( Thai), dung ( Vietnamese), ja, oui, Oo ( tagalog filipino for Yes) Thurl G money ( one of my many nicknames) ghost, roger out, peace and Adios!!❤🎉😊

[@arianeyeakel8164]

Been flying with Korean Air for over a decade now, no issues.

[@matthewhull2596]

Avoid Manila Airport

[@edhall9656]

Korean Air is great and great service..... you are the one that caused the problem.....

[@WalterPetrovic]

Very informative and well-presented. You are also quite lovely, and that helps with the content delivery. Thanks.

[@marcop4672]

Thank you for this very informative video Jennifer :) keep up the good work

[@davidhosking436]

Thank you for the information 😊

[@BetoMelancia]

I learned a few more things for my next travel there.

[@TeddyPalozie]

Thank you so much for the great information very informative information keep up with the great work

[@dariusslade4953]

Hi Jennifer. I living in Iloilo i was unable to extend more than 2mos at a time. However i recently extended for 6mos in Manila. I noticed in this vlog, you stated only 2mos extension. Did i miss something? A recent change? You are a real asset to visitors and expats. Thank you!

[@user-bh1pg3ey5k]

Great info. And well spoken and clear. Thanks

[@edwardhaugstatter3473]

As usual very informative

[@D25Reg-ie9su]

Thanks Jennifer for the update…🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@bizzle1677]

Hey Jennifer, many thanks for the informational vid, it will be helpful when i visit your our country.

[@wallywood6566]

Yes it was helpful thank you.

[@williamgood6299]

Thank you for the information, I just filled out my eTravel for my arrival on Saturday :)

[@robertrp3757]

Thankyou for this

[@makeyourlifeeasier5794]

Usual excellent info.

[@LG-kn3gi]

Terri....I missed u...falling in love with your style, smile and blogs.

[@Xakutor]

I can enter for DUR-DEE days and extend for up to TREE years... YAY!

[@Imagesdp]

Jennifer, always informative and beautiful! I will be in Cebu in January to see my filipina in Talisay city.

[@ianscott8725]

I travel to the Philippines 🇵🇭 and Eastern 6 munth I had no problem I followed jenny informed. Thank to Jennifer your a gemm 🫂💖

[@crazhuman8473]

What about the airline when you were about to check in to departure and boarding Did someone of airline ask you about a return ticket before boarding to flight to Philippines ?

[@gantenbeinable]

What you definitely need is a lot of patience.

[@davidtheproducer2971]

Very informative thank you

[@Davirdcarrol]

Jennifer you do great vedios for tourists comeing to your beautiful country

[@CMx23]

Thank you Jennifer.

[@jonaptv]

Thanks for your tips and informations idol.

[@theadaptivefitnesschannel4308]

Thanks for this information. I will be visiting the Philippines in February. I will definitely check in with you before then. I’m sure you’ll have some updates for us.

[@silverianjannvs5315]

Prepare for the downgrade & rude awakening.

[@donbxman7080]

Great info

[@floriea2398]

ate love you hairstyle, you look lovely! 😍

[@litaceniruk6273]

Thank you Ms Terri for this info. God bless you 🙏❤️

[@TexasT-Bone1970]

Question: If you have SRRV do you need a "Exit Clearance" when leaving the Philippines?? Thank you for your continuing information on your channel.

[@bareski22]

Good Job 👍

[@lenseofanomad]

honestly, i never had trouble with prescription medicine, as i bring it in its original container with labels and all, as for tobacco and alcohol, no search no nothing, i guess people act very suspicious when it comes to that, i was in cebu from august to late september, i do miss it

[@philipbonner6486]

Hello Jennifer thank you always for your great updates and advice,do I need a E Travel ticket on my return journey, take care God bless.

[@cristinateller9107]

thank you!

[@emieakkermans8649]

Thank you so much for keeping us updated! God bless!

[@Brandblitz_global]

Thank you for the information

[@pauljones8289]

Good to see you again Jennifer. Yes all this information is important. I’m coming there for the first time to meet my LDR in Manila. Do you would recommend staying in a local hotel for 1 or 2 days before going to my GF???im going to be traveling almost 26 hours to get there

[@johnclark7973]

😆😂🤣

[@jimbohi3648]

Good for you bro stay at a hotel close to the airport for a day or two I'm doing the same thing at the end of January

[@GlenDonohue]

perfect

[@cliffyfellows38]

I’m staying for 4 mnths. Came in via Manila. Went to level 3 BIR, for 29 day extension - no problem BUT you can only do it on arrival - don’t leave the airport and return to do later - they won’t do it at the airport! Also the max. for your 1st extension they will give is 29 days. So for me, I will need to extend again ( next time for 6 mnths). Last time i came in Dec. 2022, the 2nd time I extended after 59 (30 + 29) ydays expired, they gave an ext. of 6 months (even tho. I only needed 7 more days.) I had no choice that is the rule. So the extension for Aussies is; 30 day visa on entry, then extra 29 days, then extra 6 mnths. Good luck.

[@JJNunez-wt4mr]

You forgot to say you paid extra $100.00 for that 7 days😂

[@cliffyfellows38]

Yep. Quite correct. Poor planning with my flight dates.

[@JJNunez-wt4mr]

I did the same, so don't feel bad....lol

[@bullrun44]

I just subscribed because you are succinct and to the point. .. your information was extremely clear.

[@willietee8979]

Hello. Jennifer hope you enjoyed NYC😊

[@55555711]

Good job on video me and my brother are going there very soon to the Philippines 🇵🇭 I'm going because cost of living to high in usa plus I'm looking for a girl to settle down with ❤❤😊

[@cathytessendorf2136]

Great to hear from you Jennifer! Question: is the $10K per head or per family? Merry Christmas to you and your family 🎉

[@thembones12]

Per person. For 4 adult = 10K x 4 = $40K

[@versacebruno6427]

You speak with your eyes wonderful lavdy

[@JenniferTerri]

Aww

[@versacebruno6427]

@@JenniferTerri yes I arrive tomorrow as a frequent tourist to Luzon. I will stay at the DUSIT In Makati a favourite hotel on my list . Come over after 6.30 pm I will shout the beers etc great to see you online

[@Renovegas6109]

Watching this to see if I need a return ticket to get in

[@stephenfrancis4999]

thanks im here now

[@SoSo-i2l5x]

Thank you 🌹💋❤️

[@squishi4595]

they might ask because the hotels say that it asks for a vacation record.

[@Lugait2020]

What is the latest on departure from the Philippines? Thank you. BTW I enjoy your blog. Good info.

[@blokeabouttown2490]

If your departing flight is from NAIA then arrive 4 hours before your departure as the queues can be insane. My last two trips they had security hand searching everyone's check-in bags at the check in area. This was a time consuming process that caused lengthy queues. So arrive early, have your ticket ready to show to security so you can enter the terminal, be ready to have your bags manually searched, check into your flight and get your boarding pass, pass through immigration, pass through security, find your boarding gate and keep an eye on electronic boards and listen to announcements as last minute gate changes can happen. Be at the boarding gate early and wait. That's about it.

[@bruceb7747]

Great video Jennifer. Thank you for sharing the latest immigration information to try and keep us out of trouble.

[@PapaBearAlaska]

Helpful video 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 Concerning the dollar exchange, I was recently denied 100 dollar bill to be exchanged, they said the bills looked to new and thought to be fake… Manila

[@princehakeem123]

Hello Jennifer, great site I really enjoy it and the information you provide is really needed, traveling to Cebu next year, LAX to Cebu, so are my bags checked all the way to Cebu, do I have to go thru custom all bags in Manila or Cebu, thanks.

[@kitty_s23456]

It depends. If it's one airline all the way to Cebu, then your luggage will be claimed in Cebu. If you'll change airlines in Manila, you'll have to pickup your luggage in Manila. Regardless, you'll pass through Immigration (passport control) in Manila or your 1st port of entry.

[@petenicholls9451]

@@kitty_s23456 I have flown from LAX several times, and I always try to get a flight that connects in Korea, Taiwan, China etc even if it takes a little longer JUST TO AVOID MANILA!

[@georgevwalking]

Hi Jennfer Love your channel always a great help. I miss your content Will you be doing more updates on etravel and also on new visa rules as I have noticed 6 month visa extension is no longer available. I also thought you were going to do more on off loading of Filipinos. Thanks again for your great content

[@blindeyeviewofthephilippin9891]

What Foods Can I Bring ?? I was going to bring Like Coffee and a Few Canes and Bottle foods like Soy Sauce Low Sodium kind a few Seasonings

[@flyer2757]

Thanks for continuous updates. Have you found out if israel and brazil first extension can be 2 months ? And have you noticed what are the usual atm fees?

[@bartonpercival3216]

The ATM fees are a charge of around $5.25 for each $200 you withdraw. Most if not all Philippines banks only allow you to withdrawal $400.00 dollars per day. At most Philippine ATM's you can only withdraw $10,000 PH pesos, so you'll have to withdrawal twice to be able to take out the daily $400.00 dollars!!!! $10,000 pesos = $200.00 U.S. dollars. 👍

[@brianb1595]

So I just arrived in Manila on Monday morning from the U.S. I had my onward ticket and I did my E-Travel. The day before my departure I was able to check-in online and I received my electronic boarding pass( I was never able to do this before). I get to my departing airport and went to the counter to check my bag. She never asked for my onward ticket or my E-Travel. I asked her if she needed to check but she said "nope you're all set"....so I was just wondering why I never needed to present these requirements???

[@kitty_s23456]

Some gate agents/ airline staff are more thorough than others (re: onward ticket). The e-travel data has been linked to your passport - sometimes it's checked, sometimes not.

[@wradak]

Airlines don't always check if you have all entry requirements set anymore. They did vigurously shortly after Covid because they'd get fined by PH government if they brought a tourist that couldn't enter the PH, but now that "service" seems to disappear. You definetly need the E-Travel for immigration in the Philippines though, if you don't have it the officers there will send you to a little corner with an agent to fill out the online questionnaire right then and there. And the onward/return ticket... well, it's mandatory for immigration to get a visa-on-arrival if you're not a balikbayan, but like many rules and laws the execution of that is spotty. Some officers won't check your ticket and you're fine, some officers will demand to see your onward ticket and deny you entry if you don't have one (rightly so according to current filipino law).

[@Not_A_Tourist]

I'm guessing they already know you have an onward ticket because you put that info in the etravel form.

[@johnclark7973]

💆‍♂️😆😂🤣

[@marklapierre2163]

Jennifer I got here in Cebu end of September the only issue I had was before I could exit the airport they made me fill out a paper etravel even though I did it online before I arrived

[@philipjanek3864]

Patience 😉 🎉🎉🎉😂💯👍👌

[@moirabelladonia]

Hi Jennifer, how about if a foreign national has no return ticket yet cuz wanted to extend visa just for another 1 week or 2 weeks? Does still need to get a return ticket . And also still thinking for the date of return if will extend for 1 week or 2 weeks, then what date of return to put in E-Travel return date questio?

[@findinggeoj1764]

Hi! Great video, very informative. I have a layover in Manila for 6 hours. Can I leave the airport? If so, what documents do I need & are there any fees? I keep reading about a “transit visa”. Thanks in advance.

[@martw5306]

will be going in a few weeks juist wondering when i return do i need to do etravel to usa ASO ON ETRAVEL DO I STILL NEED MY VACCINE INFO ALSO MY ARRIVAL IS SUNDAY AM IS IT OK TO PUT MY INFO ON THURSDAY NITE SINCE MY FLIGHT IS 1250AM FRIDAY

[@jamesccook]

Thank you Jennifer, There are so many conflicting instructions on flying into MNL and the time to make a connecting flight, I think terminal 3 Is two hours enough to get bags, clear customs and change terminals???? Thank you

[@alexanderjwz2124]

You transit from T3 to which terminal ? if possible bring hand luggage so you can put on the plane to avoid collecting bags. 2 hours is tight and not all those taxies are trustworthy and sometimes those transit buses are a hassle.

[@kitty_s23456]

@James - I agree with alexander that 2 hrs may not be enough, due to delays in flight, traffic, lots of ppl claiming their luggage, full luggage carousels, etc. If possible, bring handcarry luggage only. If you need to bring a lot more, consider sending your stuff by mail or courier (FedEx, DHL, etc), either to your PH address or to your friend's address. You can also ship a "balikbayan box" but that takes time to arrive by sea (2 to 3 months).

[@MaguiDias]

@@alexanderjwz2124 Hello! Do you know how much time I should have between my flight arriving from Boracay at T2, and my international departure flight at T3 leaving at 9:25pm? I need to buy the Boracay to Manila flight, but not sure how long before I should be arriving in Manila.. I will only have a carry-on, so Im only concerned about immigration at T2, transferring terminals, and going through security at T3 (I don't think I need to go through immigration when departuring in T3 since I'm foreigner, but Im not sure...)

[@alexanderjwz2124]

@@MaguiDias i would take early flight to Manila to be honest. i took from Davao to manila had 6 hours early still got hurry due to delay. also arrived T2 and then took internation flight on T3, i'm also forneiger i just transit between terminals

[@andrewnguyen2537]

Hi Jennifer. Thank you very much for your details information. It is great help for me to plan a 1st trip to Philippine. However, I heard that there are a lot of scams in the airport when go through X-Ray or with your check-in luggage (the custom officers sneak ILLEGAL stuffs in your check-in luggage or stole items from you when you go through X-Ray). Is that true? Is it still currently existed that I need to be aware especially sneak illegal stuffs in check-in luggage? How can I avoid this? I want to take Philippine Airline and likely to be in Terminal 1. Please advices. Thank you for your time.

[@headshot8888]

Sweet

[@crazhuman8473]

What about the airline when you were about to check in to departure and boarding Did someone of airline ask you about a return ticket before boarding to flight to Philippines ?

[@happyfeets3]

We were there in June, flew via eva air and arrived in Clark. They asked for the etravel (well they only asked bec I asked them where to go to show the Etravel QR code), after that everything was fast and easy when we got to the IO -- only lasted 5mins since I have my two kids traveling with me. I think flying through clark is way better than Manila. We didnt have any problem flying back to US...I had my etravel just in case but wasnt asked. The #1 rule of thumb is always expect the unexpected to avoid any inconvenience.

[@wradak]

I usually fly in through NAIA and the lines at those 3 measly immigration booths used to be hell, that's true. But last time i was positively surprised, i counted 9 manned immigration booths and basically all they did was scan the QR code and stamp your passport. I was through in a record breaking time of 2 minutes. Looks like all the bad press about immigration at NAIA this year actually made them improve things.

[@spleenrock100]

Did you like Eva Air? Planning on trying them out, I got to travel from St. Louis to Chicago for flight, but going to save 2 thousand + on air fare.

[@Not_A_Tourist]

I love Clark, it's always been hassle free for me.

[@happyfeets3]

@@spleenrock100 I've flew Eva air before, so far no complaint. Their airfare isn't terrible nor their airport, the best part is the noodle soup/ramen that me and my teenager devoured. From Taiwan to Philippines its only 2hrs flight...you should check KZbin for Taiwan airport so you know what to expect.

[@happyfeets3]

@@Not_A_Tourist couldn't agree with you more. It's a new airport so not many shopping stores yet...I expected that they would have shops inside to buy pasalubong, but there was nothing other than eatery so I took the remaining peso with me to US 😹 -- just have to wait until my next visit to pinas to use it.

[@mississippigardener987]

Do I still have to buy a throwaway ticket if I’m staying beyond 30 days? I think I heard in video that I can tell them at airport immigration I will be getting extensions! Thanks for the help!

[@Dousnbiar]

Hello, thank you for the Video. I'm just confused, if I do need an travel covid insurance? I'm Italian citizenship? Thank you!

[@HalifaxComputersRepair]

or you can buy your own international sim at your own country and load with 2 months in case you get stuck lol only reason they take cash is to avoid paying taxes lol , in canada nobody takes any more cash its only debit or credit cards lol

[@ianscott8725]

I fly from UK to Amsterdam then for Amsterdam to MILAN with flight numbers down I put on

[@jamesmarchetti3286]

We here in the USA have a extremely Private Medical Information Law !!!

[@koushikmondal6106]

Hello. Your video is very much informative. My name is Koushik from India. I hold a visa of the USA. Actually I am going to USA for the first time and during my journey it will be convenient for me if I go through the Philippines in the following way. Kolkata(India) to Bangkok then from Bangkok to Manila (Philipine) then from Manila (Philipine) to Honolulu (USA). I have seen in the portal of PAL portal they have said to fill out the itinerary before 72 hours of departure. So since I would like to go through multiple countries is there any problem that can arise even after filling out the form?

[@DrDlane]

What about regular over the counter medicine that I take regularly? What are the limits on bringing these items?

[@terrancetgt4622]

The website I used to get my ticket I had to fly from a small town here in the us to LAX then to Taipei.But My flight to Lax since it was a package deal the Jet Blue did ask for the return ticket before they would issue my flight .Now once I got to LAX Eva air didnt ask .

[@josherry3783]

good morning Ms. jeniffer Teri how about e departure q r code , korean tourist they are not entitled for q r code

[@Wifi5]

Hi, great video, but i have a couple of questions, i play games og pc and sold everything here and want to retire to the Philippines, that means my old life is on harddrives and i want to bring them in carryon, also my graphics card is expensive and i want to bring that, is those tings gonna be a problem with the goods rule, i mean its used and my property? Kind regards Kim the Dane Ps i just enter as tourist

[@glowinthelight]

Miss Terry I am a former Filipino citizen coming home in Sept. but I bought one way ticket kasi pag balik ko sa March I intend to take my Sister with me na may US visa na. Di ako hahanapan ng return ticket kasi Balikbayan ako, correct? Pls respond. I trust your infos. Thank you!

[@geezaink]

i enter philippines 2 or 3 times a year never been asked to show return ticket and when i entered last week no one wanted to see my E-travel i offered it to 2 separate I/O 's they just wave there hand and said not interested

[@crazhuman8473]

What about the airline when you were about to check in to departure and boarding Did someone of airline ask you about a return ticket before boarding to flight to Philippines ?

[@gawiemeyer9108]

Jen, can I use a trow away ticket? From onwards tickets. Wil land in Cebu

[@dubinatub1]

Just back today the exit EPass is gringo entry only no need for leaving Philippines only if your Philippines citizen