I should have made it clear for you Brits who can never infer anything. The poster above me said that the Philippines third world.
Don't worry, if your friends/family are from the Civilised World, they won't need to follow the new visa process; they can just come in as normal. These new procedures and fees, etc, are for all the Third World types only.
This was what I am referring to, I didn't mean to offend all you Brits who pretend to love jolly old England yet don't live there. Next time read the thread and figure out who is being called out before you jump into the fight.