Kiribati visa requirements for Filipinos

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Filipinos visiting Kiribati

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a I-Kiribati Visa.

  • A passport valid for at least six months beyond your date of country exit and with at least two blank visa pages.
  • Proof of onward and return flights.
  • Hold documents showing proof of travel purposes.
  • Proof of sufficient funds relative to your intended length of stay.
  • Payment of visa fees.
  • A duly accomplished visa application form filled by the applicant.
  • Flight itinerary.
  • Proof of accommodation/hotel reservations.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Two passport photographs size 35mm x 45mm with a white background.
  • Travel itinerary.

Kiribati Visa for Filipinos

Facts about Kiribati

Kiribati is known for its lagoons and wonderful white sand beaches that offer tourists a remote setting for fishing, diving, yachting, and bird-watching. This makes Kiribati a prime holiday destination. Tourists visit the Phoenix Islands which is in South Tarawa. The island contains the world’s largest marine protected areas and an ecosystem which is home to a host of aquatic and bird species.
 
Kiribati is ranked 197th in the world in terms of tourism. In 2017, a total of 5,800 tourists visited the country which was a significant rise in the number of tourists who visited the country in 2016. The tourism industry was responsible for generating up to $3.4 million in revenue which corresponds to 1.8 percent of the country’s gross domestic product.
 
All visitors are not allowed to enter Kiribati with more than 5000 Australian Dollars. Importation of firearms, ammunition, explosives, counterfeit money, knives and pornography is strictly prohibited. 
 
All nationals of European member states excluding Ireland and the United Kingdom may enter Kiribati visa-free for 90 days within a 180-day period.

Types of Kiribati Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Business visa 15 days 90 days
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Work visa 15 days 3 months

General Requirements for Kiribati Visa

  • A passport valid for at least six months beyond your date of country exit and with at least two blank visa pages.
  • Proof of onward and return flights.
  • Hold documents showing proof of travel purposes.
  • Proof of sufficient funds relative to your intended length of stay.
  • Payment of visa fees.
  • A duly accomplished visa application form filled by the applicant.
  • Flight itinerary.
  • Proof of accommodation/hotel reservations.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Two passport photographs size 35mm x 45mm with a white background.
  • Travel itinerary.
Kiribati Business visa Kiribati Tourist visa Kiribati Work visa

Kiribati Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Kiribati for business purposes.
  • Two passport photographs with a white background.
  • Duly accomplished business visa application form.
  • A valid passport valid at least six months on entry with two blank visa pages.
  • Proof of sufficient funds.
  • Hotel reservations.
  • Payment of visa fees.
  • Proof of onward/return airline tickets.
  • Medical insurance.
  • A document showing the details and purpose of your travel.
  • A document showing your employer's approval for traveling is required.
  • A cover letter is required.
  • Holders of this visa can attend conferences and sign contracts.
  • An invitation letter from the company/host in Kiribati.

Kiribati Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to citizens of the Philippines traveling to Kiribati for tourism
  • A valid passport with a minimum of six months validity. 
  • A return or onward ticket (or sufficient funds to purchase them) .
  • Sufficient funds to cover the duration of the intended stay.
  • A letter of invitation from the host/tourist company.
  • Flight itinerary.
  • Proof of accommodation/ hotel reservations.
  • Payment of visa fees.
  • A completely filled visa application form by the applicant.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Two passport photographs with a white background.
  • Holders of this visa are not allowed to study with it.

Kiribati Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Kiribati for work purposes.
  • A valid passport with a validity of six months beyond your stay in Kiribati.
  • Two passport photographs with a white background.
  • A letter of employment from the organization in Kiribati.
  • Proof of educational qualifications.
  • Payment of visa fees.
  • Flight itinerary.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Civil status (if married, a marriage certificate should be presented).
  • Proof of no criminal record.
  • Sufficient funds to finance stay while working.
  • Proof of accommodation.

Kiribati Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

40.00 (USD)

Tourist visa

40.00 (USD)

Work visa

40.00 (USD)

Kiribati Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Philippines

Location

Address

San Juan City

Lower Ground Floor, Quadrillion Mansion Condominium 151 M. Paterno cor. N. Domingo Streets San Juan City, Philippines.

kiribati.consulate@pldtdsl.net

(+63) (2) 721-7645

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kiribati safe for tourists?

Yes, Kiribati is generally a safe place to travel. However, it may be risky to be outside after dark in Beito or along the beach in South Tarawa, especially for single females.

What is Kiribati known for?

Kiribati is most famous for its world-class flyfishing, great scuba diving, and astounding seabird wildlife. There is currently only one airline with service to the most famous of the country's islands, Christmas Island (Kiritimati).

What is the main religion in Kiribati?

Christianity is the dominant religion in Kiribati. The religion was introduced to the island nation in the 19th century by the Christian missionaries. 56% of the country's population are Roman Catholics and are primarily concentrated in the islands to the north.

What is the climate of Kiribati?

Kiribati has a hot, humid tropical climate, with air temperatures very closely related to the temperature of the oceans surrounding the small islands and atolls. Across Kiribati, the average temperature is relatively contacted year-round.