• Time zone - GMT is +08:00 hours.

• AIRPORT FEES P750 for international departure and P200 for local departure (paid in Philippine pesos only). Departing passengers for international destinations are advised to check with airport or tourist information counters the departure fees which may change without notice.

• ENTRY REGULATIONS - Valid passport. Except for stateless persons and those from countries with which the Philippines has no diplomatic relations, all visitors may enter the country without visas and may stay for 21 days provided they have tickets for onward journey. Holders of Hong Kong and Taiwan passports must have special permits. Visas and special permits may be obtained from Philippine embassies and consulates. CURRENCY Unit of currency: Peso (Php).

• CUSTOMS Visitors are advised to fill in the Baggage Declaration Form before disembarking to facilitate Customs examination. Visitors carrying more than US$ 3,000 are to declare the amount at the Central Bank of the Philippines counter situated at the Customs area. Foreign currency taken out upon departure must not exceed the amount brought in. Departing passengers are not allowed to bring out more than PhP 1,000 in local currency.

• For tourist information and assistance, get in touch with the Department of Tourism and any of its accredited offices nationwide.

• HEALTH REGULATIONS A certificate of vaccination against yellow fever is required for travelers coming from infected areas. Children less than one year old are exempted but may be subject to isolation when necessary. Hospitals are listed in the "Yellow Pages" of the local telephone directory. Health centers provide emergency medical attention in remote towns and cities.

• Electricity - 220 volts, A.C. 60 cycles. Although most hotels have 110-volt outlets or transformers.