Quote Originally Posted by SimonH View Post
I was under the impression that you were allowed to drive in the Philippines for up to 3 months with your normal driving licence

http://www.philippineconsulate.com.a...ilippines.html
The AA recommends it is always best to have one, and just for the sake of a few quid, I wouldn't go without. I always say it is best to put things in place prior to going to a foreign country, as it means less that can go wrong. I know that you can't legally hire a care in the Phil without one.