Subic Bay
UN/LOCODE PHSFS · Philippines
Shore leave
Subic Bay (Olongapo), a former US Naval Base converted to commercial port, is a Philippine free port zone with a more relaxed entry regime than Manila. Shore leave is straightforward; the area's English-speaking history makes communication easy. Welfare provision via Stella Maris Subic + Mission to Seafarers.
Walking distance and transit
Subic Bay terminals are within Subic Bay Freeport Zone; the welfare centre and town amenities are 5-15 minutes from most berths. Olongapo city centre is adjacent.
Essentials
ATMs: BDO, BPI in the free port zone and Olongapo townMoney changers: SM Olongapo and Harbor Point MallHospital: Baypointe Hospital, Olongapo City General HospitalPrayer rooms: Olongapo has small mosqueHalal food: limited but availableSupermarket: SM Hypermarket, Harbor PointSIM card: standard Philippine options
Seafarer tips
Do: enjoy the easier pace compared to Manila or Cebu. Don't: stay out past curfew if the operator has imposed one. Watch for: Subic's former-naval-base history means a more permissive nightlife — exercise judgement.
See also
- · Full port record — Subic Bay — timezone, currency, welfare, PSC.
- · Other port crew guides
- · Crew-change hubs directory
Last verified: 2026-06-29