India to offer free e-visas to Philippine citizens: PM Modi announces
L-R: Philippine President Bongbong Marcos; PM Narendra Modi
The announcement comes with additional news that direct flights between Delhi and Manila will commence on October 1, 2025, further enhancing connectivity between the two countries.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced that India will provide free e-visas to tourists from the Philippines, reciprocating the Philippines' decision to grant visa-free entry to Indian tourists in June 2025.
During his welcome address to Philippine President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Romualdez Marcos Jr. and his delegation, Modi highlighted this visa facilitation measure as part of broader efforts to strengthen bilateral relations as the two nations celebrate 75 years of diplomatic ties.
The announcement comes with additional news that direct flights between Delhi and Manila will commence on October 1, 2025, further enhancing connectivity between the two countries.
These developments are expected to have significant positive impacts on:
- Tourism flows between India and the Philippines
- Ease of travel for citizens of both nations
- Bilateral trade opportunities
- Cultural and economic exchanges
The reciprocal visa arrangement marks an important milestone in India-Philippines relations, facilitating greater people-to-people contact between the two Asian nations.
