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I am a citizen of India. I have a Singapore 35-day multiple-entry visa. Am I eligible to get a visa on arrival in the Philippines, without going to Singapore on this visa?
Is it mandatory to go to Singapore on this eVisa once to get a visa on arrival in the Philippines?
I've never been to Singapore or Philippines before.
I have a confirmed return ticket.
According to Timatic, the tool used by airlines to check document requirements (courtesy of Emirates), you do not need a visa to enter the Philippines. Note that having the visa by Singapore exempts you, with no other conditions such as its use.
Visa Exemptions:
Nationals of India traveling as a tourist with a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond the period of intended stay, for a maximum stay of 14 days. They must have a valid tourist, business or resident visa issued by Australia, Canada, Japan, Singapore, USA, United Kingdom, or a Schengen Member State .Additional Information:
Length of stay is calculated by starting on the next day after the day of arrival in the Philippines.Extension of stay possible for an additional 7 days, for nationals of India entering the Philippines when holding a valid tourist, business or resident visa or permanent residence permit issued by Australia, Canada, Japan, Singapore, USA, United Kingdom, or a Schengen Member State .
