ENTRY REGULATIONS

Valid passport. Except for stateless persons and those from countries with which the Philippines has no diplomatic relations, all
visitors may enter the country without visas and may stay for 21 days provided they have tickets for onward journey. Holders of
Hong Kong and Taiwan passports must have special permits. Visas and special permits may be obtained from Philippine
embassies and consulates.

CURRENCY

Unit of currency: Peso (P) = 100 centavos. Bank notes: P10, P20, P50, P100, P200, P500 and P1,000. Coins: 5c, 10c, 25c, P1,
P5, P10.

Money changers will be able to give you the official guiding rates and are located at the airport, local banks, and other authorized
foreign exchange dealers in commercial establishments.

TIMEZONE

GMT plus 8 hours.

ELECTRICITY

220 volts, A.C. 60 cycles. Most hotels have 110-volt outlets.

AIRPORT FACILITIES

The international airports have adequate traveler facilities: tourist information & assistance counters, hotel & travel agency
representatives, banks & ATMs, postal service, telephone booths, and medical clinics, among others. Baggage carts and porter
services are available for free.

The airports are handicapped-friendly. Wheelchairs are available on request from the airline ground staff.

AIRPORT FEES

P550 for international departure and P100 for local departure (paid in Philippine pesos only). Departure fees which may change
without notice

CUSTOMS

Visitors are advised to fill in the Baggage Declaration Form before disembarking to facilitate Customs examination. Visitors
carrying more than US$ 3,000 are to declare the amount at the Central Bank of the Philippines counter situated at the Customs
area. Foreign currency taken out upon departure must not exceed the amount brought in. Departing passengers are not allowed
to bring out more than PhP 1,000 in local currency.

HEALTH REGULATIONS

A certificate of vaccination against yellow fever is required for travelers coming from infected areas. Children less than one year
old are exempted but may be subject to isolation when necessary.

Hospitals are listed in the "Yellow Pages" of the local telephone directory. Health centers provide emergency medical attention
in remote towns and cities.

BUSINESS AND BANKING HOURS

Private and government offices are open either from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Most commercial
establishments are open from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily. Banks are open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Mondays to Fridays,
with automated teller machines (ATM) operating 24 hours.

CREDIT CARDS

International credit cards such as Visa, Diners Club, Mastercard, and American Express Card are accepted in major
establishments.

DINING OUT

Filipino food is an exotic, tasteful blend of Oriental, European, and American culinary influences. There is a wide variety of fresh
seafood and delectable fruits. First class restaurants offer gourmet specialties as well as Filipino cuisine.

ENTERTAINMENT AND CULTURE

Metro Manila is the center of entertainment and cultural activities. The premier venue for the performing arts is the Cultural Center
of the Philippines. The hubs of nightlife activities are the Remedios Circle in Malate, Ayala Center and The Fort at Bonifacio
Global City in Makati, Timog and Tomas Morato Avenues in Quezon City, and Eastwood in Libis, Quezon City.

For visitors who want to try their luck at the gaming tables, there are casinos in Metro Manila and in the cities of Angeles,
Olongapo, Tagaytay, Cebu, Davao, Bacolod, and Laoag.

SHOPPING

Visitors can choose from an exciting selection of great buys at reasonable prices: South Sea pearls, handwoven cloths,
embroidered fineries, terra-cota, porcelain, coral and mother-of-pearl home accessories, among others.

Big malls are located in Manila, Makati, and EDSA, while handicraft, antique, and curio shops abound at the Ermita District in
Manila. Duty-Free Philippines near the NAIA is the country's largest duty-free outlet.

CONVENTION FACILITIES

Manila, the pioneer convention city in Asia, has played host to a number of prestigious international events. The Philippine
International Convention Center and World Trade Center are some of the biggest venues. Out-of-town hotels and resorts are
alternative sites.

Source: Department of Tourism