Foreign travel advice

Philippines

! Warning FCDO advises against all travel to parts of Philippines.

Warnings and insurance

Still current at:
18 AprilJune 2026
Updated:
18 AprilJune 2026
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Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).

Areas where FCDO advises against travel

Mindanao and the Sulu archipelago

FCDO advises against all travel to western and central Mindanao and the Sulu archipelago.

FCDO also advises against all but essential travel to the remainder of Mindanao, except for:

  • Camiguin Island
  • Dinagat Island
  • Siargao Island

This advice is due to terrorist activity and clashes between the military and insurgent groups in south Philippines.

Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel.

Earthquake in Mindanao

On 8 June 2026, a magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck southern Mindanao. Aftershocks are expected, and there may be damage to buildings and infrastructure in affected areas. The Philippines Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) has issued a tsunami threat and advised residents and visitors in affected coastal areas to evacuate to higher ground. 

 If you are in the affected area: 

  • Follow the advice of local authorities and emergency services
  • Move to higher ground if you are in coastal areas
  • Be aware of the risk of aftershocks
  • Avoid damaged buildings and infrastructure
  • Monitor local media and official sources for updates.

If you are planning to travel to Mindanao: 

Global travel impacts due to escalation in the Middle East

Escalation in the Middle East has caused widespread travel disruption, including airspace closures, delayed and cancelled flights.

Commercial options to depart the Philippines remain available, but your travel plans may be affected, even if your destination is not in the Middle East. Before you travel:

  • check travel advice for any countries or territories you are transiting through
  • check for the latest updates from your airline or tour operator before travelling
  • review your travel insurance policy for coverage before you travel
  • monitor local and international media for the latest information and sign up for travel advice email alerts
  • The Philippines Bureau of Immigration has advised that affected foreign nationals whose valid stay expired on 28 February 2026 onwards, can legally remain in the Philippines until 1 May 2026 without payment of any fees, fines and penalties

Demonstrations

Large-scale demonstrations are expected over the coming weeks in Metro Manila and elsewhere in the Philippines.

Avoid all demonstrations and large gatherings and follow the advice of local authorities. Demonstrations may lead to travel disruption. You should allow extra time for journeys and monitor local media for updates.

See Safety and security for more information on demonstrations and rallies in the Philippines.

Before you travel

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:  

Travel insurance

If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.

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