OFW Guide - Answers

How much does it cost to apply for a Philippine passport?

First time application, renewal and replacement (of lost and expired) costs:

For regular processing, it will cost Php950.00

For express processing, it will cost Php1200.00

Where can I apply for a Philippine passport?

You can go to the nearest DFA consular office nearest to your area. To see the list and set an appointment, please click the link below.

http://www.passport.com.ph/choose-branch

What are the requirements for first-time passport applicants

First-Time Passport Applicants need to submit the following:

Duly accomplished application form.
Birth Certificate (BC) in Security Paper (SECPA) issued by the National Statistics Office (NSO) or Certified True Copy (CTC) of BC issued by the Local Civil Registrar duly authenticated by NSO.
Proof of identity / Supporting documents indicating full name, date and place of birth and citizenship
Other Supporting documents.

Additional Requirements:

For married women, who want to use surname of their spouse

Marriage Contract (MC) in Security Paper issued by NSO or Certified True Copy issued by the Local Civil Registrar duly authenticated by NSO.
For married women who would like to revert back to their maiden name
If already widowed: Death Certificate of the deceased husband;
If marriage is annulled: Certified true copy and photocopy of the first page and the dispositive portion of the judgment on annulment and NSO-issued MC with the annotation on the annulment decree;
If divorced: Certified true copy and photocopy of the first page and the dispositive portion of the judgment on divorce secured by foreign spouse authenticated by the Philippine Embassy or Consulate where the divorce is obtained.

For Minors (below 18 years old)

Personal appearance of either parent (if minor is of legitimate status).

Personal appearance of mother (if minor is of illegitimate status)

If minor is NOT traveling with either parent:

Original and photocopy of DSWD Clearance
Affidavit of Support and Consent

If both parents are abroad:

Affidavit of support and consent (must be authenticated by the nearest Philippine Embassy or Consulate General if not executed before a Consul).
Special Power of Attorney (must be authenticated by the nearest Philippine Embassy or Consulate General if not executed before a Consul designating the representative by name and authorizing him to apply for a passport on behalf of the minor).
Passport and photocopy of the passport of the traveling companion of the minor.
Identification Card and photocopy thereof of the duly authorized person.

For Muslim applicants

For those whose births were registered:

Please refer to requirements for first time passport applicants.

For those whose births were not registered:

Late registered Birth Certificate (BC) in Security Paper (SECPA) issued by the National Statistics Office (NSO)
Original and photocopy of Voter's Affidavit or other supporting documents indicating date and place of birth and citizenship, identity and tribal affiliation.
Certificate from the Office on Muslim Affairs (OMA)

Where do I set an online appointment for my passport application & renewal?

Please go to this link to set an appointnment for your passport application

http://manila.passport.com.ph/set-appointment

Keep in mind the following reminders:

Fill out application form completely, download and print with the appointment reference numbers.
Applicants will not be admitted at the entrance gate without valid appointment and application forms.
Photocopy all the necessary documents before proceeding to DFA Manila.
Applicants will not be processed if they do not have complete set of photocopies of their documents.
Please make sure that you are familiar with the application procedures before proceeding.

Note: Setting an appointment is free of charge.

Can I cancel a passport application appointment?

Yes you may. You just have to go to http://www.passport.com.ph/cancel/start, key in your reference number, birth date, full name and the reason why you want to cancel the appointment.

What does the new Philippine passport look like?

The new Philippine passport (e-passport) is darker in color (darker maroon) and has a gold microchip embedded on the front cover.

What are the vaid IDs accepted by DFA when applying for passport?

Government-issued picture IDs such as the following:
Digitized SSS ID
Driver’s License
GSIS E-card
PRC ID
Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) ID
OWWA ID
Digitized BIR ID
Senior Citizen’s ID

Other acceptable picture IDs such as the following:

Old College ID
Alumni ID
Old Employment IDs

LIST OF SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS (At least 3 of the following):

Voter’s ID
NSO Marriage Contract
Land Title
Seaman’s Book
Elementary or High School Form 137 or Transcript of Records with readable dry seal
Government Service Record
NBI Clearance
Police Clearance
Barangay Clearance
Old documents issued at least one year prior to date of application that show correct name, date and place of birth, picture and signature of applicant such as the following:
NSO Birth Certificate of child / children
SSS-E1 Form or Microfilmed Copy of SSS-E1 Form
Income Tax Return
Voter’s Certification, List of Voters and Voter’s Registration Record (for newly issued VRR, please attach receipt)
School Yearbook
Community Tax Certificate

How long is a passport valid?

A Philippine passport is valid for up to five (5) years.