Can a person from the Phiippines come and visit America on her passport only or does she need a American visa also

Philippine nationals do not have a visa waiver and so must apply for a nonimmigrant visa at the American consulate or embassy prior to coming to the States. There is no reciprocity between the two nations in this regard. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.