2026 comparison · Philippines
IDP Education Philippines leads with a 4.3/5 rating vs 4.0/5 — a 0.3-point difference based on verified student reviews.
Average scores from verified student reviews
| IDP Education Philippines | Visa Plaza Philippines | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Reviews | 6 | 1 |
| Location | Manila, Philippines | Manila, Philippines |
| Founded | 1998 | — |
| Team size | — | — |
| Fee range | Free for students | Free for students |
| Destinations | 6 countries | 5 countries |
“IDP Manila is excellent. I was particularly worried about my financial documentation as an applicant from a single-income family — the counsellor sat with me for over an hour going…”
“Visa Plaza Philippines made the process of applying to USA much less stressful than I expected. The staff were patient with my questions even when I asked the same thing more than …”
Students seeking the authoritative national IDP office for Australia or UK placements, or complex multi-destination applications
Filipino students who prioritise strong visa documentation support and are comfortable managing the study counselling aspect themselves or in parallel with another agency.
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