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Volunteer Abroad in the Philippines

“It’s more fun in the Philippines.” You’ll see this tourism slogan everywhere from the moment you first touch down in the Philippines. While you may at first ask yourself why this Southeast Asian island country makes this somewhat audacious claim about itself, you will soon see why it does. Simply put, it IS more fun in the Philippines. The people are some of the world’s friendliest, you’re never far from the beach, and all the country’s 7,000 islands have interesting places to visit and culture to explore. All of this ensures you’ll have a blast while you volunteer abroad in the Philippines.
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Frequently Asked Questions

To volunteer in the Philippines, think about where you want to go and want kind of project you want to focus on. Once you've set your goals, you can apply to appropraite programs via GoAbroad.com.

You can volunteer almost anywhere in the Philippines! Some of the most popular places for volunteering include Manila, Cebu, Puerto Princesa, Tacloban, and rural areas around the country.

Short term volunteering in the Philippines can be done on a tourist visa, which is granted upon arrival for most nationalities. If your program is longer than 6 months, your advisor can help you determine if you need a non-immigrant visa instead.

To become a volunteer teacher in the Philippines, you'll need to be fluent in English, pay program fees, and provide parental consent if you're 18 or younger. In many cases, you'll also need to provide a background check to your program provider.

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Teaching in Philippines!

May 06, 2025by: Theo S - FranceProgram: Primary School English Teaching in Aborlan, Philippines
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My trip to the Philippines was extraordinary, I was in the education program. This experience allowed me to discover a culture but also to help others on my scale. I recommend this program the local team was caring and always there to listen to you and the food was very good as was the accommodation.

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