Tourism undersecretary Benito Bengzon said the Department of Justice, which oversees the Bureau of Immigration, has already agreed to look into the proposal.
The Philippines is exploring ways to shorten the processing of visas on arrival (VUAs) for Chinese tourists, making their entry into the country faster and hassle-free.
Tourism undersecretary Benito Bengzon said the Department of Justice, which oversees the Bureau of Immigration, has already agreed to look into the proposal.
He said talks are underway between the two departments to "gradually make easier" the visa processing, especially for Chinese tourists.
Bengzon said the government is considering the deployment of Mandarin-speaking personnel to airports to better communicate with arriving Chinese tourists.
In August last year, the Philippine government allowed VUAs for Chinese visitors who were part of tour groups from operators accredited by the Department of Tourism.
Applications should be filed 10 days before arrival, with a visa fee of US$25.25 including a “research fee”.
China is the second biggest market for the Philippines, next to South Korea.
From January to May this year, 559,289 Chinese visitors travelled to the Philippines, a 43.8% increase compared to the same period last year, said the department.