Implementation of the Philippine e-Visa System in Spain & Andorra
The Philippine Embassy in Madrid informs the public of the implementation of the Philippine electronic-Visa (e-Visa) system in Spain, starting 06 July 2026.
Residents of Spain and Andorra who are eligible for Philippine e-Visas and intend to enter the Philippines for temporary visits may lodge their application online through the official website, https://evisa.gov.ph/, and pay the corresponding e-Visa fees securely via direct bank transfer.
Approved e-Visas, once issued by the Embassy can be accessed by holders remotely through their personal computers, laptops, and mobile devices, and may be presented in either digital or printed format. The e-Visa will no longer be affixed to passports.
Holders of Philippine e-Visas are reminded to accomplish the online Philippine e-Travel registration form (https://etravel.gov.ph) only after their e-Visa has been issued by the Embassy, and within 72 hours prior to departure, to avoid difficulties at Philippine ports of entry.
Please note that Philippine e-Visas are not valid for conversion to other types of visas, and the authorized period of stay is not extendable. Foreign nationals intending to visit the Philippines for studies, employment, or other non-tourism purposes are advised to apply for a regular visa sticker at the Embassy.
ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES: (A handy step-by-step guide: eVisa Guide)
Before applying for eVisa, please be informed of the following:
- The eVisa portal can only process 9A Temporary Visitors Visas
Please click this link for the Complete Requirements for 9A Visas; - The eVisa CANNOT BE EXTENDED;
If you intend to stay in the Philippines beyond 59 days (the maximum length of stay granted for visa holders), you should apply for a conventional visa (machine-readable visa sticker), which will require you to personally come to the Embassy for your visa application appointment; - The eVisa CANNOT BE CONVERTED to any type of visa category;
If you intend to have your visa converted to a special student permit (SSP), or any type of visa category, you should apply for the conventional visa (machine-readable visa sticker), which will require you to personally come to the Embassy for your visa application appointment; - The eVisa fee is NON-REFUNDABLE (approved or denied);
- The eVisa system is designed to provide an additional and accessible option for applicants. Visa applicants may choose to either apply for the eVisa or the conventional visa, depending on their preference;
- Applying for an eVisa will require you to create an eVisa account. All communications (in case of additional documents to submit, to resubmit, or if you are scheduled for an interview for further assessment) will be communicated through your registered email;
- The eVisa will be sent directly to your registered email;
- Important emails:
madridpe.visa@dfa.gov.ph to address issues on visa processing, documentary requirements, follow-up of visa applications, etc.),
support@evisa.gov.ph to address technical issues encountered on the Philippine eVisa platform (website errors, system access problems, etc.); - Regular processing time for the 9A single-entry temporary visitors visa will take 7-12 working days, and 15-21 working days for the multiple-entry visa;
- The eVisa will require you to pay an additional fee of Euro 25.00 for convenience/expedite fee. For the schedule of fees: Consular Fees;
- To apply for an eVisa, please click this link: https://evisa.gov.ph/
- A handy step-by-step guide is available from this link: eVisa Guide