Philippines • Passport

PASSPORT • PASS • PASAPORTE
About the Philippines passport
The Philippines passport ranks #61 of 200 globally, ahead of 70% of the world's ranked passports. Philippines citizenship is inheritable across generations, meaning children born to Philippines citizens abroad may be eligible to claim citizenship by descent.
Passport context
Philippines applies a top marginal income tax rate of 35% and a capital gains tax rate of Varies. The country operates a territorial tax regime, taxing only income sourced within Philippines, with foreign-sourced income generally exempt. Expats who establish tax residency in Philippines and earn the bulk of their income abroad may significantly reduce their overall tax burden under this structure.
Where Philippines passport holders can travel
Where a visa is required
