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Getting a new Philippine passport or renewing the one that you already have? Here is a step-by-step guide on how to apply at a Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) satellite office near you. After successful application, you may pick up your passport or choose to have it delivered to your doorstep after 10-20 working days.
NEW APPLICATION
Step 1: Secure all required documents
(1)Original and photocopy of NSO Birth Certificate
(2)Original and photocopy of 2 valid picture IDs and a supporting document to prove identity
Pro tip: Make sure to provide 2 photocopies of each document.
List of acceptable IDs and supporting documents
Driver’s license
Digitized Social Security System (SSS) ID
Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) eCard
Professional Regulations Commission (PRC) ID
Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) ID
Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) ID
Digitized Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) ID
Senior Citizen’s ID
Old college IDs, Alumni IDs, and old employment IDs
List of acceptable supporting documents
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
Step 2: Schedule an appointment online
You can schedule an appointment through the DFA website.
The steps on scheduling an appointment online are easy. Check out this image from DFA website:
From passport section of DFA website
NO APPOINTMENT IS NEEDED for the following:
OFW with sufficient proof of status such as iDOLE Card, valid employment contract (authenticated by POEA), and work visa
Senior Citizen with Senior Citizen ID
Person with Disability (PWDs) with PWD ID or visible disability
Solo Parent with Valid Solo Parent ID
Pregnant women with medical certificate
Minors seven (7) years old and below
You may avail of the OFW LANE or PRIORITY LANE at DFA Aseana or at any DFA Satellite Office or Regional Consular Office to apply for your passport
Step 3: Personal Appearance
Bring the requirements together with the confirmed appointment, and duly accomplished application form (may be downloaded from DFA Website) to the DFA satellite office on the day of your personal appearance.
Pro tip: Wear decent clothes
Step 4: Pay Passport Application Fees
Pay the processing fee and courier service fee if you want it delivered to your doorstep.
You may choose to pick up your passport on the date of its release or have it delivered to your home. The delivery fee depends on whether you are within or outside Metro Manila – standard LBC rates apply.
PASSPORT RENEWAL
Step 1: Secure all required documents
(1)Recent expiring passport or expired passport
(2)Original and photocopy of 2 valid picture IDs and a supporting document to prove identity
Pro tip: Make sure to provide 2 photocopies of each document.
List of acceptable IDs and supporting documents
Driver’s license
Digitized Social Security System (SSS) ID
Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) eCard
Professional Regulations Commission (PRC) ID
Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) ID
Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) ID
Digitized Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) ID
Senior Citizen’s ID
Old college IDs, Alumni IDs, and old employment IDs
List of acceptable supporting documents
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
Step 2: Schedule an appointment online
You can schedule an appointment through the DFA website.
NO APPOINTMENT IS NEEDED for the following:
OFW with sufficient proof of status such as iDOLE Card, valid employment contract (authenticated by POEA), and work visa
Senior Citizen with Senior Citizen ID
Person with Disability (PWDs) with PWD ID or visible disability
Solo Parent with Valid Solo Parent ID
Pregnant women with medical certificate
Minors seven (7) years old and below
You may avail of the OFW LANE or PRIORITY LANE at DFA Aseana or at any DFA Satellite Office or Regional Consular Office to apply for your passport
Step 3: Personal Appearance
Bring the requirements together with the confirmed appointment, and duly accomplished application form (may be downloaded from DFA Website) to the DFA satellite office on the day of your personal appearance.
Step 4: Pay Passport Application Fees
Pay the application and delivery fees and wait for for the release of your passport. You may pick it up or have it delivered to your home.