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Russian citizens travelling to Philippines

Citizens of Russia that are travelling to Philippines can travel without a visa.

What to expect in Philippines

⛅ warm weather
🐌 Below average wifi
🤝 friendly locals
island
🏖️ beaches
inexpensive cost of living
diving

Flights and Prices

Flight prices to Philippines from Russia usually are around 24548.00 RUB. Jeju Air is a common carrier airline.

International and domestic airlines

Common international airlines are

Philippine, and Cebu Pacific

. Popular domestic airlines are

Cebu Pacific, and Air Asia

Common Tourist Questions

🥘 Do I need to tip?

No, you are not expected to tip at restaurants and other service businesses.

💰 Should I carry cash?

Yes, you should carry cash on you. Foreigners usually deal in cash.

☎️ Where do I get a SIM card from?

Some popular telecom companies are

Smart, Globe, and SingTel

.

💦 Can I drink tap water?

No, you cannot drink tap water. Bottled water is recommended.

🚕What do I use to get around?

Popular ride-hailing services include

Grab.

Exchange Rates

The primary currency is PHP.

1 RUB = 0.781488 PHP

To put that in perspective, the average dinner will cost you roughly $3.45 USD.

Visa Status

A Visa is not required for citizens of Philippines. Tourists are able to visit without a visa for a certain amount of time.

Notes and Passport Validity

Ensure that your passport is valid for 30 days past your travel date.

A visa on arrival is available for a maximum stay of 59 days.:Extension of stay is only possible for those who obtained a visa on arrival, to a maximum of 1 year.:

Apply for a Visa

You can apply for a visa for Philippines via iVisa.

Safety and Security

Do not travel.

If you’re in the Philippines and wish to return to Australia, we recommend you do so as soon as possible by commercial means. International airports are currently operating, but airlines are decreasing the number of flights in and out of the Philippines. If you can’t or don’t want to return to Australia, follow the advice of local authorities. Take care to minimise your risk of exposure to COVID-19 including by self-isolating. If you choose to stay, note our ability to provide consular assistance may be limited due to restrictions on movement and other services. The Philippines has implemented enhanced community quarantine (lockdown) for Luzon Island including Metro Manila until 14 April 2020 to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Only essential movement is permitted. We now advise you to: Do not travel to the Philippines.

Statistics

These values are calculated by computing the average scores that we have available to us across all cities in Philippines. In some cases, they may not be completely accurate.

Internet Speed (2.47 / 5)
Safety (3.50 / 5)
Cost of Living (5.00 / 5)
Average Hotel Cost

$36.00 USD / night

Average Dinners

$3.45 USD

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Popular Cities in Philippines

Baguio

Boracay

Cebu

Davao

General Santos

La Union

Makati

Manila

Palawan

Siargao

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