Philippines surpasses 5 million foreign visitor arrivals in 2026, expecting late-year surge

The Philippines is closing in on its 6.4 million visitation goal for 2026 after latest data from the Department of Tourism (DOT) revealed international visitor arrivals have now surpassed 5 million. DOT Secretary Ma. Bernardita Angara-Mathay revealed that the 5 million milestone was achieved on 4 November, adding that the agency expects to see visitation accelerate for the remainder of the year as greater demand somewhat offsets higher fuel prices, airfares and other travel costs.