Can you leave the airport?
As ASEAN nationals, Filipino citizens can generally enter Singapore visa-free for short visits (commonly up to 30 days). Complete the SG Arrival Card before arrival.
Airside vs landside: what it means
You stay in the international transit area and never pass passport control.
You clear immigration to collect bags, change airports, use an outside hotel or visit the city. This always needs entry permission for Singapore.
Tips before you book
- Jewel Changi is outside immigration, but Filipino citizens can usually visit it on a layover.
Layover guides for Singapore
Frequently asked questions
Do Filipino citizens need a transit visa for Singapore?
Usually no, if you stay airside. Filipino citizens don't need a visa to transit Singapore Changi, whether they stay airside or leave the airport for a short visit.
Can Filipino citizens leave the airport during a layover in Singapore?
As ASEAN nationals, Filipino citizens can generally enter Singapore visa-free for short visits (commonly up to 30 days). Complete the SG Arrival Card before arrival.
Other transit rules for Filipino passport holders
Official sources
Last checked against these sources on 3 November 2026. Rules change, so always confirm with the official source or your airline before you travel. Spotted something out of date? Let us know.