Travel advice for Philippines.

Here you will find important tips and useful information for Philippines.

Travel money:

Prepaid Travel credit card

in Swiss francs (CHF)

  • For ATM cash withdrawals

  • For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online

ATM Search

Banknotes

in local currency

  • For minor expenses on arrival in country of destination

Local currency / ISO Code

Philippine peso PHP

Further Information

Credit cards

 

  • Use credit card with caution. Unauthorized use is widespread.

ATM Search

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Currency
PHP

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Bank account

Practical Information:

Time difference with Switzerland

+ 7 h / + 6 h during our summer time

National language

Official language

Tagalog and English

Capital

Manila

Country code for calling Switzerland

00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)

Voltage

220 volt / adapter recommended

Travel documents for Swiss citizens
  • Passport still valid 6 months or more after end of stay with visa (issued upon arrival at the airport), return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds for stays up to 30 days.

  • Extension available on site.

  • A visa is not required for stays up to 29 days in duration. A visa application must however be made for more than 30 days.

Swiss Embassy / Consulate

Manila, 24th Floor, Equitable Bank Tower, 8751 Paseo de Roxas, 1226 Makati City
Tel. +63 2 845 45 45

Opening hours

Banks

9.00 - 15.00 h (Mon - Fri)

Stores

9.30 - 20.00 h (daily)

Driving
  • Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals.

  • International driver's licence recommended.

  • Minimum age for car rentals: 21 to 25 (varies by company).

  • Car rental with driver recommended.

Health situation
  • Do not drink tap water.

  • Mosquito protection advised.

  • Risk of dengue fever.

  • Risk of malaria in certain areas.

  • Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.

Other information

This country is in an active earthquake zone.

Security

  • Travelers who wish to travel to this country are advised to inquire about current traveler safety prior to departure.

  • High crime rate.

  • Travelers should pay close attention to their personal security.

  • Do not carry valuables (watches, jewelry, expensive cameras, etc.) on you.

  • Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.

Special legal regulations

Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs (up to life imprisonment).

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Important

While every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.

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