How do I extend my 30-day visa-free stay without leaving the country?
Want to stay around two months and not do a visa run if I can avoid it.
2 answers
- Marivic (Cebu-based long-stay guide)📍 LocalJun 28, 2026
Easy, lots of long-stay travellers do it. Go to any Bureau of Immigration office (Cebu, Makati, Boracay D'Mall, Puerto Princesa) before your 30 days run out. The first extension gives you +29 days (total 59) and costs roughly PHP 3,030 all-in. Bring passport, a photocopy, and cash. Avoid touts outside; the official counter is fine. Check /visa-checker first to confirm your nationality's rules.
- AnkeJun 28, 2026
Extended twice in Puerto Princesa. Go early (before 9am) or you'll wait hours; they can sometimes do same-day if it's not packed. Once your total stay passes 59 days you also need an ACR I-Card (about USD 50, payable in pesos, roughly PHP 2,800-3,000), so factor that in if you plan to stay longer.