The Philippines has instituted the electronic passport (ePassport) system for all its citizens. The ePassport features microchip technology and a host of other security features thereby ensuring that Philippine passports are virtually tamper-proof. ePassport issuance is also compliant with the security standards set by the International Civil Aviation
Organization (ICAO). The Philippine ePassport has an integrated circuit (chip) within its pages containing data that are essential in verifying the identity of the passport holder. These include the personal biographical information found on the data page of the passport, the biometrics of the passport holder, the unique chip identification number, and a digital signature to verify the authenticity of the data stored on the chip. The chip technology allows the information stored in an ePassport
to be read by special chip readers at almost every international port of entry. BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR FIRST TIME APPLICANT (18 years old
and above) ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: In case of Late Registered Birth Certificate In
case applicant has NO Birth Certificate or Report of Birth If Female Applicant’s Marriage has been Dissolved and Wants to Revert to Her Maiden Surname If Applicant Lacks Data in Birth Certificate or Report of Birth If Applicant has Discrepancy in Data in Birth Certificate / Report of Birth or Other Documents BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR RENEWAL OF ePASSPORT (18 years old and above)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: If Female Applicant’s Marriage has been Dissolved and Wants to Revert to Her Maiden Surname
If Applicant has Wants to Correct Data on Passport
BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR MINOR CHILD APPLICANT (below 18 years old)
ADDITIONAL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: In case applicant is a newborn (less than 1 year old) and has No PSA Birth Certificate/Report of Birth yet
In case applicant is accompanied by only one (1) parent during the application process:
In case applicant is not accompanied by the parent/s during the application process
In case applicant is not traveling with parent/s
In case applicant is an illegitimate child in custody of the Mother
If the applicant is an Illegitimate child and mother is deceased / absent and father is unknown
If the minor applicant has undergone the process of domestic adoption
If the minor applicant is undergoing or has undergone the process of foreign adoption / Inter Country Adoption Board (ICAB) adoption process
If the applicant is a foundling and NOT for adoption
FOR REPLACEMENT OF LOST PASSPORT Submit requirements listed under First Time Passport Applicant and the following additional requirements:
Please note that the application for replacement of lost passport (whether valid or expired) is subject to the 15-business day clearing period. FOR REPLACEMENT OF DAMAGED/MUTILATED PASSPORT Submit requirements listed under First Time Passport Applicant and the following additional requirements:
TRAVEL DOCUMENT This applies to applicant who previously used or lost a Travel Document (TD) to travel back to the Philippines. Submit requirements listed under First Time Passport Applicant and the following additional requirements:
*Examples of Proof of Filipino Citizenship are:
The Consular Officer reserves the right to require additional documents from the informant or applicant.Downloadable Forms
Reminders Before Proceeding to the Consulate
Health ProtocolsReminders After Passport ApplicationRELEASING OF NEW PASSPORTBY MAILFor passport releasing through mail, applicants should provide USPS Self-Addressed Stamped Envelope ($9.90), (FedEx no longer accepted). Mail old passport for cancellation to:
Frequently Asked QuestionsWho owns the Philippine passport? The passport remains at all times the property of the Philippine Government, the holder being a mere possessor thereof. The fraudulent acquisition, loss or destruction of the Passport is a crime punishable under the law, with penalties stipulated under RA 8239. The Consular Officer is authorized to determine if the applicant can apply for a passport, and what documentary evidence must be presented. Who can issue a Philippine passport? Only the Secretary of Foreign Affairs or any of his authorized consular officers may issue a Philippine passport Who can apply for a Philippine passport?
In the interest of national security, public safety and public health, a consular officer may refuse to issue a passport, restrict its use, withdraw or cancel a passport. In view of the need to determine an applicant’s current citizenship, a consular officer may require an applicant to present a valid document of foreign residency i.e., a US Permanent Resident Card, US Visa, INS notice, etc. Does immigration status in the US matter when I am applying for a passport? No matter what your status is here in the US, you can apply for a Philippine Passport, provided that you can show us that:
What the Consulate verifies is the truth of the Oath signed by all passport applicants, which
says: How long does it take to process a Philippine passport? All passports are printed by the Department of Foreign Affairs in Manila. Regular passport applications received from Philippine Embassies/Consulates will be available from four (4) to six (6) weeks from the date of application. Applicants are advised to plan trips or interviews where they will need valid passports only after receiving the new passport. Is it mandatory to renew my expired passport even though I have no plans to travel anytime soon? No. You may renew your expired passport any time you wish. However, we strongly recommend that you should have a valid passport with at least seven to eight (7-8) months validity prior to making any travel plans. What are the new photo requirements for the ePassport? No passport photo is required. Your photo will be taken digitally by our Data Encoders during the passport application enrollment step. Please note of the following tips for posing during photo capturing :
Image can be rejected for the following reasons:
How do I change or amend data on my passport? The applicant is advised to present documents to justify the need to change/amend data found on his/her passport. The Consular Officer reserves the right to require further proof. Applicant is further advised that implementing changes/amendments may not be carried out immediately, but may require corresponding with the Philippine Statistics Authority. Is it be possible to keep my current passport “uncancelled” while the new one is being processed? The Consulate will not cancel a passport as long as it is valid. The applicant is only required to present it to Consulate for cancellation once the new passport arrives. Once cancelled, the old passport will also be returned to the applicant. What is the validity of a Philippine passport? In accordance with Department Order No. 010-2017 or the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act No. 10928 (2017), the Philippine passport has a ten-year validity period, for those issued to Filipinos 18 years or older. Filipinos under 18 years will still be issued five-year valid passports. Can additional pages be inserted in the passport if it has ran out of pagess? No. The Philippine passport has a standard booklet containing forty-four (44) pages. Should the passport run out of pages, you need to renew your passport. I applied for a passport before but never claimed it. Do I need to declare it? Yes. You may request for a Certificate of Unclaimed Passport from DFA-Aseana or the concerned Consular Office or Philippine Embassy/Consulate, and submit this certification together with your application. My passport's validity is less than 6 months. Can I still use it to travel abroad? No. Your passport must be at least six-months valid for you to be able to travel abroad. However, Filipinos who are currently abroad may travel back to the Philippines even if their passport are less than 6-months valid. I have valid foreign visas on my old passport. Should I have it transferred to my new one? No. Expired and Renewed passports do not affect the validity of the foreign visas. However, you must bring your old passport with valid visas along with your new passport when travelling. When in doubt, consult the Foreign Embassy that issued your visa. I have printed visas with me. Can I staple it on my passport? No. Stapling documents, especially on the covers, and putting unnecessary designs or accessories may damage the passport or which might damage the chip and make the ePassport invalid. Upon claiming my passport, I realized that my name was misspelled. What shall I do? Before leaving the consular office, make sure that you check the details of your new passport carefully. If the details on your passport are incorrect, such as your name, sex or date of birth, you may reapply for a passport and pay the regular passport fee of $60.00. How do I renew my Philippine passport in San Francisco?REQUIREMENTS FOR ADULT RENEWAL OF PASSPORT (18 years old and above) Confirmed passport appointment and personal appearance of the passport applicant are required. Passport appointments at the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco can now be obtained through the DFA's Global Online Appointment System (GOAS).
How do I make an appointment to renew my Philippine passport?Visit https://www.passport.gov.ph and schedule your appointment.
How do I renew my Philippine passport 2022?Passport Requirements for Adult Renewal Applicants. Confirmed Online Appointment (click here). Accomplished Application Form.. Personal Appearance.. Current ePassport with photocopy of data page.. Original PSA authenticated documents that will support the change of name. Marriage Contract. Annotated Birth Certificate.. How can I renew my Philippine passport in Bay Area?2 Ways of Renewing the Philippine Passport
Option 1: Go to the Consulate as a walk-in applicant. The Consulate has a first come, first served policy so appointment is not required. Option 2: Go to the consular outreach program that is scheduled in different locations.
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