Heading to Siquijor? You'll Have to Pay a New Tourism Fee

(SPOT.ph) If Siquijor is on your travel list in 2026, there’s one small but important thing to factor in before you book that flight and ferry. Starting February 1, the province will begin collecting a tourism ecological fee for tourists.

The fee applies to both local and foreign tourists as part of Siquijor’s push to fund environmental protection and sustainable tourism efforts.

Tourists will be charged P50 per person, while senior citizens and students will pay P40 per person. Children aged six and below are exempt, as well as residents of Siquijor—provided they can present a valid ID, cedula, or barangay certification.

Unlike some destinations that charge upon arrival, Siquijor’s fee will be collected when visitors leave the island. Payments will be handled at the Siquijor Ticketing Office at Siquijor Port, so it’s best to have cash ready before lining up for your return trip.

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According to the tourism office, the money collected will go toward conservation programs, tourism infrastructure improvements, and ecological sustainability projects across Siquijor. It insisted the ecological fee is “very minimal” compared to similar charges in other island destinations.

“For those who may not yet fully understand, we would like to clarify that the environmental fee being collected... is intended solely for the protection and preservation of Siquijor’s culture and natural environment,” the Siquijor Provincial Tourism Office said in a statement.

“Siquijor is a small island with fragile ecosystems and culture. Without adequate funds to safeguard our natural resources, the island could face serious environmental risks in the future. This initiative is a proactive step to ensure that Siquijor remains beautiful, sustainable, and livable for both present and future generations.”

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