The eTravel Philippines system is a free, mandatory digital border clearance document required for all passengers arriving in or departing from the Philippines. This 2026 guide provides step-by-step registration instructions, document checklists, and QR code explanations for pregnant women, disabled passengers, unaccompanied minors, and medical tourists.
The eTravel Pass Philippines for pregnant women, alongside provisions for disabled passengers, unaccompanied minors, and medical tourists, integrates health surveillance and border control into a single passenger health declaration system at etravel.gov.ph. Registration is absolutely free of charge and must be completed within 72 hours prior to arrival into or departure from the Philippines. Travellers must declare their health status, including pregnancy or exposure to communicable diseases, to receive either a green or red QR code presented to airline representatives prior to boarding.
What Is eTravel Philippines and How Pregnant Women Register
The eTravel Philippines system, legally grounded in the Ease of Doing Business Law (R.A. 11032), replaced the paper arrival card and One Health Pass in 2022. It functions as a digital single data collection platform for economic analysis and health surveillance via the Electronic Health Declaration Card (eHDC).
Register at etravel.gov.ph
Within 72 hours before arrival or departure.
Enter passport details
Each traveller, including infants, needs their own passport and registration.
Declare pregnancy via health declaration questions
No dedicated field exists. Provide gestational age and expected due date.
Receive a green or red QR code
Green if data is complete, or red if incomplete or sick in the past 30 days.
Save the QR code
Edit via “Edit Registration” tab before border processing.
Carry prenatal medical records for the eTravel Pass Philippines for pregnant women. No medical certificate is needed before 28 weeks; one is mandatory for return flights beyond 28 weeks. This special needs traveler authorization does not replace airline-specific MEDIF requirements.
How to Declare Pregnancy on the eTravel Form
The eTravel Pass Philippines for pregnant women does not include a pregnancy-specific field. Declare through health questions about recent illness. Enter gestational age and expected due date (EDD). Complete registration early to allow time for potential manual review by the Bureau of Quarantine (BOQ).
Airline Pregnancy Cut-Off Policies
| Airline | Single cut-off | Multiple cut-off | MEDIF from | Post-birth ban |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EVA Air | 36 weeks | 32 weeks | 12-4 wks / 12-8 wks | 7 days |
| Cebu Pacific | Confirm directly with the airline before booking | |||
| Philippine Airlines | Confirm directly with the airline before booking | |||
| Emirates | Confirm directly with the airline before booking | |||
| Singapore Airlines | Confirm directly with the airline before booking | |||
eTravel for Disabled Passengers and Unaccompanied Minors
The eTravel Philippines system does not offer a native disability disclosure field; wheelchair and PRM assistance must be requested separately through the airline. Passengers with reduced mobility must contact their operating airline directly to arrange wheelchair assistance and obtain PRM confirmation before completing eTravel registration. The eTravel Philippines system issues an individual QR code per traveller, including caregivers; no linked-profile or companion feature currently exists. Bureau of Quarantine and eTravel assistance desks are available at arrival terminals at Manila (MNL), Cebu (CEB), and Clark (CRK) airports for passengers who cannot self-register. Priority and PWD lanes operate at Philippine international airports, but the eTravel QR code alone may not grant priority access; airline PRM confirmation is also required.
Requesting Wheelchair and PRM Assistance
PRM assistance remains an airline responsibility rather than an eTravel-native function.
Contact the airline
Request PRM assistance
Receive PRM confirmation
Get written confirmation
Complete eTravel registration
Fill out the eTravel form
Present documents at check-in
Show both PRM and eTravel QR
DSWD Travel Clearance for Unaccompanied Minors
A parent or legal guardian completes the eTravel registration from their own device using the minor’s passport details and the guardian’s contact information; the resulting QR code belongs to the child. For Filipino minors travelling internationally without both parents, DSWD travel clearance is required. Required documents include a birth certificate, notarised parental consent, and DSWD issuance. Processing time is typically 3-5 working days. DSWD clearance is presented separately at the airport and is not uploaded to the eTravel Philippines system.
eTravel for Medical Tourists – Health Declarations and Medication Rules
Medical tourists entering the Philippines must declare prescribed medications and controlled substances in the eTravel customs section and carry a clearance letter from a DOH-accredited hospital. Travellers entering on a 9(a) tourist visa with medical purpose should carry a clearance letter from a DOH-accredited Philippine hospital. The Bureau of Quarantine (BOQ) may apply pre-arrival clearance for infectious-disease screening where applicable. Cash amounts over USD 10,000 or equivalent must be declared in the customs section of the eTravel Philippines system.
Declaring Prescribed Medications and Controlled Substances
The eTravel Philippines customs and health section covers medication declaration. Controlled substances, including narcotics and psychotropics, require declaration supported by a prescription, doctor’s letter, and quantity declaration. Philippine FDA import rules apply for personal-use medication. Undeclared controlled substances face confiscation or seizure.
Medical Equipment Through Philippine Customs
Personal medical equipment such as wheelchairs, CPAP machines, and oxygen concentrators must be declared in the eTravel customs section. Personal-use medical devices qualify for duty-free exemption. The eTravel Philippines platform recommends contacting the BOQ before arrival for controlled medical devices.
Required Documents, QR Codes and Support for Special-Needs Travellers
Every special-needs traveller using the eTravel Philippines system must present a valid passport, individual eTravel QR code, and group-specific documents such as a MEDIF certificate or DSWD clearance before boarding.
- Pregnant: medical certificate if beyond 28 weeks for return flight, obstetrician letter, prenatal medical records
- Disabled: PRM confirmation from airline, medical summary
- Unaccompanied minor: DSWD clearance, notarised parental consent, birth certificate
- Medical tourist: hospital acceptance letter, prescription records, 9(a) visa
Green vs Red QR Code at the Airport
The eTravel Philippines system issues a Green QR when data is complete, allowing direct immigration processing. A Red QR results from incomplete data, illness within the past 30 days, or exposure to communicable disease within the past 30 days, triggering Bureau of Quarantine inspection before immigration. Retrieve a lost QR at etravel.gov.ph/search via the “Edit Registration” tab using reference number and date of birth.
eTravel Support and Contact Channels
Register at etravel.gov.ph. Report fraud to the CICC at cicc.gov.ph/report/ – any site demanding payment for this health travel pass is fraudulent. BOQ assistance desks at Manila, Cebu, and Clark airports support unregistered passengers. UK travellers should verify entry requirements with FCDO travel advice.
Frequently Asked Questions about eTravel Philippines for Special Needs Travellers
Do I need to declare my pregnancy on the eTravel Philippines form?
Yes. Declare your condition in the health section. The eTravel Philippines system collects health details including recent illness and exposure to infectious diseases, ensuring the BOQ can issue the correct QR code.
Is the eTravel Philippines system still required in 2026?
Yes, registration remains mandatory in 2026 for all arriving and departing passengers. The eTravel Philippines system replaced the paper arrival card and One Health Pass. Registration is free at etravel.gov.ph within 72 hours before travel.
Can a caregiver complete the eTravel registration on behalf of a disabled person or minor?
Yes. A parent or legal guardian completes the registration using the traveller’s passport details and their own contact information. Each traveller, including the caregiver, requires their own individual eTravel Philippines registration and QR code.
What happens if I receive a red QR code at the airport?
A red QR code is issued for incomplete data, illness within 30 days, or exposure to communicable disease. You must undergo BOQ inspection before immigration. If issued in error, approach the BOQ desk at the terminal.
How far in advance should I register on eTravel if I am a medical tourist?
Complete the eTravel Philippines registration within 72 hours prior to arrival or departure. Early registration ensures health declarations, hospital clearance letters, and customs medication details are submitted before border processing.
What documents do I need to carry if I am travelling with prescribed controlled medications?
Carry a prescription, doctor’s letter, and quantity declaration for controlled substances. Declare these in the customs section of the eTravel form. Undeclared substances or cash over USD 10,000 may result in confiscation.
Do Philippine airports offer priority lanes for passengers with reduced mobility?
Yes, dedicated PWD priority lanes are available at Philippine international airports. However, the eTravel QR code alone may not grant priority access; request PRM confirmation from your airline and present both at check-in.
Can I still register on eTravel at the airport if I missed the 72-hour window?
BOQ assistance desks at Manila, Cebu, and Clark airports help travellers who failed to register before departure. Staff assist with form completion and QR code printing. Always complete the free registration within the 72-hour window to avoid delays.
Does each child need their own eTravel registration even if travelling with parents?
Yes. Each traveller, including infants, must have their own eTravel Philippines registration and passport. Children cannot be added to a parent’s registration. A guardian completes the form using the child’s details.
Will a pregnancy loss or medical emergency after registration require an eTravel update?
Yes. Update your record via the “Edit Registration” tab on the eTravel Philippines website as long as you have not been processed by border control authorities. Use your reference number and date of birth to access it.
Last updated: 14 September 2026. This guide is for informational purposes only; always verify requirements with the Bureau of Quarantine and your airline before travel.
