A. Arrival in Manila  

Upon arrival in Manila at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA-Terminals 1 and 3), please proceed to the International Organizations Desk which is located right after the customs clearance area. An ADB contact person will direct you to the taxi queue (at the Arrival Area) for your transfer to the hotel. If arriving at Terminal 2, please proceed to the taxi queue outside the arrival area.     

Accredited NAIA metered taxi services on a cash basis may be taken from the airport to Ortigas Center (where ADB is located) for an approximate rate of Philippine Peso (PHP) 700 (about US$15.00).     

Effective 16 April 2023, the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) will be reassigning flights to help alleviate the congestion at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). 

B. Covid Rules For Entry To The Philippines 

Simple entry protocols to the Philippines continue to be in effect. Based on the latest guidelines from the Department of Foreign Affairs eTravel - Philippine One-Stop Electronic Travel Declaration System     

Foreign nationals and Filipinos who have received the primary series COVID-19 vaccine and at least one COVID-19 booster shot no longer need an RT-PCR or Antigen test. All others are required to present a negative result of an RT-PCR Test taken within 48 hours OR a Rapid Antigen test administered and certified by a healthcare professional in a healthcare facility, laboratory, clinic, pharmacy, or similar, taken within 24 hours before departure from the country of origin.    All Proofs of Vaccination Status are now acceptable when entering the Philippines.       

ADB Travelers are advised to register with eTravel - Philippine One-Stop Electronic Travel Declaration System You will be asked to present the QR code when you check in for your flight. it will issue you a QR code, please ensure to take a screenshot. Registration for eTravel is FREE. 

C. Access, Security, and Health Protocol to ADB 

Access

Registered participants will be required to present a valid photo identification (passport, driver's license etc.) to receive their ADB-issued building access ID. This must be always worn while inside ADB premises.     

Please ensure that you arrive at the ADB Main Gate 10-15 minutes before the actual schedule for seamless registration and ADB ID issuance.    

Security and Health Protocol

• If you are not feeling well, please advise the Secretariat and ADB Incident Coordinator through the following and stay in your hotel:   

Mobile: +63286325220 & +639999995220   

Email: Incidentcoordinator@adb.org   

• You are reminded to bring with you your original vaccination card/certificate (fully vaccinated) and any government-issued photo ID.     

• Enter the compound via the Guadix Drive Gate or Bank Drive Gate or ADB Avenue Gate.   

• Enter the building via the West Core Lobby or Main Lobby.   

• Proceed to the Access Control Officer (receptionist) desk, and show your vaccination card/certificate. Once cleared, you will be issued a Visitor’s Pass with a green sticker.   

• Always wear a face mask when on the premises and practice good social distancing (2 meters) for our mutual protection.

D. Food and Drinks    

Networking lunch and afternoon snacks and drinks will be provided along the Auditorium gallery.

E. Presentations and/or other materials

All presentations and/or training materials will be available on the website.

F. Departure from Manila    

On your departure from Manila, you are advised to confirm ahead of time with the hotel desk regarding your transfer arrangement to the airport or you can take a regular taxi to go to the airport.  Due to the occasional heavy traffic between Ortigas Center and the airport, it is advisable to leave for the airport at least three (3-4) hours before your flight departure. 

G. Others   

• For information about the local weather, currency, transport, business hours, and more visit: http://www.tourism.gov.ph     

• Location of Miscellaneous Services/Facilities at ADB Headquarters Building    
  ADB Cashier Ground Floor, Office Tower Building     
  Commercial Banks Ground Floor, Office Tower Building    
  Travel Agents Ground Floor, Office Tower Building    
  Personal Counter (phone cards, Ground Floor, Office Tower Building courier services, etc.)    
  Post Office Ground Floor, Office Tower Building     
  ADB Cafeteria Level 1, Special Facilities Block    
  Library Level 1, Office Tower Building