How much does the Philippines eTravel cost?

There is no government fee. eTravel registration is free. Visa extensions beyond 30 days are paid to the Bureau of Immigration.

How long does the Philippines eTravel take?

The eTravel QR code is issued immediately after you submit the form.

30 days visa-free, extendable in-country. The authorization itself is valid: eTravel registration is valid for the arrival it was filed for.

Visa-free entry · Asia

U.S. citizens can enter the Philippines visa-free for up to 30 days, but everyone must file the free eTravel registration within 72 hours of arrival.

Short answer

Who needs the Philippines eTravel?

All arriving travelers, including U.S. citizens and dual nationals.

No government fee. eTravel registration is free. Visa extensions beyond 30 days are paid to the Bureau of Immigration.
Typical processing: The eTravel QR code is issued immediately after you submit the form.
Maximum stay: 30 days visa-free, extendable in-country.
Passport validity: At least six months beyond arrival.
When to apply: Within 72 hours before arrival.

1
File eTravel within 72 hours of your flight
etravel.gov.ph is free — any site charging a fee is not official.
2
Carry proof of onward travel
Airlines deny boarding without a ticket leaving within 30 days.
3
Extend at a BI office if needed
The first extension adds 29 days and is done in person or through the e-services portal.

Without an onward ticket inside 30 days, airlines routinely refuse boarding to the Philippines.