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Cost of Living

$1,319/month
$741
$138
$225
$215

*International flights and trip insurance not included.


Source: Numbeo · World Bank income level classification · Last updated April 2026


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Safety

Street Safety

Crime LevelModerate42 / 100
Safety at NightHigh61 / 100
Safety During DayVery High83 / 100
Mugging or robbery risk
Low37 / 100
Violent crime risk
Low33 / 100
Theft and vandalism risk
Moderate45 / 100
Corruption
Moderate49 / 100

Source: Numbeo · Updated monthly · Last update: April 2026

Active Alerts

Travel Advisory
Exercise Normal Precautions

Level 1

Source: US State Dept · Refreshed daily

Natural Disaster Alerts
1 active

Separate from travel advisory: active hazard events from global monitoring.

FloodMekong Delta

Feb 18, 2026

elevated

Source: GDACS · Refreshed daily

Health Alerts
1 active

Recent disease outbreak notices from WHO and CDC.

Outbreak alert: Dengue outbreak watch

2 months ago

Source: WHO Disease Outbreak News · CDC Travelers' Health · Refreshed daily


Visa

Visa Access for Philippines

Your passport

Select your passport to check visa requirements for Philippines

Source: Passport Index (passportindex.org). Informational only. Confirm with official sources.

Digital Nomad Visas and Remote Work Permits

Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) · Philippines

Visa length

Up to 1 year

Possible to extend?

Renewable once for another year under announced rules

Who can apply?

Foreign nationals 18+ working remotely for employers/clients outside the Philippines

Minimum income requirements

Sufficient foreign-sourced income; confirm current published threshold

Time for visa applications

Varies; Philippine embassies/consulates (DFA-led programme)

For fees, official portals, and a side-by-side look at every program, read our full guide below. It expands on this snapshot with the complete country list.

Countries Offering Digital Nomad Visas: The Full List

Digital nomad visas are for living abroad while your income comes from outside the host country. Compare dozens of programs: rules, fees, and how to apply.

Freaking Nomads·Luca Mussari

Formally launched March 2025; use official DFA / e-visa guidance for filing.

Rules and thresholds change often. Use this as a snapshot only. See our digital nomad visa countries guide and official sources before you apply.


Taxes

Tax overview · Philippines

Personal income tax5% – 35%
Corporate income tax20%
Capital gains tax
10%
VAT / Sales tax
10%

Source: Wikipedia · Last updated April 2026


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