Philippines travel essentials: advice, plugs, emergency numbers
Before you visit Philippines: travel advice level, plug type A/B/C, 220V, emergency 911, currency PHP.
Travel advice (UK FCDO)
Avoid all travel to parts Updated 2026-07-15
Latest change (original, English)
Information about typhoon season (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
Information about typhoon season (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
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⚠️ This is the UK government’s assessment. Rules for your passport (visa, entry) can be different — check your own government’s official travel advice too.
CapitalManila
CurrencyPHP
LanguagesEnglish, Filipino, Taglish
Calling code+63
Emergency numbers911
Plug typesType A, Type B, Type C
Voltage220 V
Driving sideRight
Population113M