The Philippine Arrival Card is an essential immigration document required for all foreign visitors entering the Philippines. Completing it online in advance ensures a fast and seamless arrival experience.
What is the Philippine Arrival Card?
The Philippine Arrival Card is an official form required by the Bureau of Immigration of the Philippines. Every foreign national must complete this card before passing through immigration control. It gathers essential information including personal details, passport data, travel purpose, health status, and customs declarations. Previously a paper form filled out on the plane, it can now be completed digitally before your trip for a faster arrival process.
What information is required?
The Philippine Arrival Card collects the following information:
Personal Information
- Last Name, First Name, Middle Name
- Gender
- Date of Birth
- Citizenship / Nationality
- Country of Birth
- Passport Number
- Date of Issue / Date of Expiry
Travel Details
- **Purpose of Travel: **Tourism, business, transit, etc.
- Flight No. / Vessel Name
- Country Where You Boarded
- **Address in the Philippines: **Hotel name or accommodation address
Health Declaration
- Have you been sick in the last 30 days? (Yes/No)
- Are you bringing prescription medicine? (Yes/No)
Customs Declaration
- Are you carrying currency or monetary instruments exceeding PHP 50,000 or its equivalent? (Yes/No)
- Are you bringing commercial goods or articles for sale? (Yes/No)
Required Documents
- **Valid Passport: **Must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival
- **Flight Details: **Flight number or vessel name and boarding country
- **Accommodation Address: **Hotel name or address where you will stay in the Philippines
How to Complete the Philippine Arrival Card in 5 Steps
- Start your application online.
- Enter your personal information and passport details carefully.
- Provide your travel details, health and customs declarations.
- Review and submit the form.
- Save or screenshot your confirmation to show at immigration.
Good to Know
- Complete the form 24-72 hours before travel for best results
- Ensure all information matches your passport exactly
- You must declare currency exceeding PHP 50,000 or its equivalent
- The Arrival Card does not replace visa requirements
- Paper forms may still be available on flights or at the airport
We make it easy to apply for fast and convenient eVisas, ETAs, and other online travel authorizations. Our services cover a wide range of destinations, including the Thailand Digital Arrival Card, Australia ETA, India e-Visa, Turkey e-Visa, and the United States ESTA.