5 Friendliest Countries in Asia

4. Philippines

Score: 1.63

Next up is the Philippines, which has plenty of beautiful places to explore for travelers, and the locals are incredibly friendly and hospitable. Travelers from 159 countries can visit the country by receiving their visas on arrival, or through an eTA. Insider Monkey’s 2023 article listed Philippines as the fourth most friendly country in the world. You can see the full list here. Moreover, the Asian country is also known for its expat living. HSBC ranked Philippines 42nd in the world on its Expat Explorer List.