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Travel Information for Internationals

We are excited to welcome you to the Philippines!

Before planning your trip to the Philippines, it’s essential to be well-informed about visa requirements. We want to ensure your journey is smooth and hassle-free.

Please refer to the below relevant links for your travel preparation:

For travelers not covered by the 21-day visa waiver, we recommend checking the specific visa requirements applicable to your nationality.

You may contact the APGC secretariat for your visa invitation. Please note that we can only issue visa invitation letters to completed and fully paid registrations.

If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to our team. We look forward to being a part of your journey to the beautiful Philippines!

Safe travels,
Asia-Pacific Glaucoma Congress Managers

We are excited to welcome you to the Philippines!

Before planning your trip to the Philippines, it’s essential to be well-informed about visa requirements. We want to ensure your journey is smooth and hassle-free.

Please refer to the below relevant links for your travel preparation:

Register and complete the eTravel Portal (replacing former One Health Pass). This can be done within 72h before arrival or upon arrival at the latest.

As a precaution, please always double check guidelines from your airlines and from Philippines Department of Tourism for latest regulations.

Although travel insurance is not required for entry to the Philippines, it is highly recommended. Find out the importance of having travel insurance and staying protected while traveling.

For travelers not covered by the 21-day visa waiver, we recommend checking the specific visa requirements applicable to your nationality.

You may contact the APGC secretariat for your visa invitation. Please note that we can only issue visa invitation letters to completed and fully paid registrations.

If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to our team. We look forward to being a part of your journey to the beautiful Philippines!

Safe travels,

Asia-Pacific Glaucoma Congress Managers

Travel Information

VISA and Passport requirements

Malaysia Entry Information

As of 1st May 2022, when entering Malaysia, you will no longer be required to complete pre-departure or on arrival tests for all fully vaccinated visitors.

Prior to departure to Malaysia

  1. Download the MySejahtera app before departing for Malaysia.
  2. Complete the pre-departure form via the “Traveller” icon within the MySejahtera app.
  3. Travellers with overseas-issued COVID-19 vaccine certificates must verify their digital COVID-19 vaccine certificates on MySafeTravel. Upon completion, you will be issued a Traveller’s Card on MySejahtera. You will have to flash your Traveller’s Card on arrival.

Covid Restrictions

Wearing masks outdoors is optional, however masks must be worn indoors unless sitting alone, exercising, eating or drinking. 

Visa Information

Some countries do require valid visas to enter Malaysia. Please refer to the following links for a current list of countries that do require visas, associated fees and information on how to apply.

Before Departure to Malaysia
Tap to expand for MySejahtera app instructions

Useful links

Here are a few useful links to keep you in the loop

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