The significance and weight of having a passport cannot be underestimated as this is a gateway to explore novelties such as cultures, sceneries, and traditions. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) plays the central role in terms of Filipino’s passport application and renewals. This 2024, we will explore the subtleties of the DFA’s passport application and the process of renewal.
Requirements for FIRST-TIME ADULT and MINOR passport applicants:
✅ Application Form – this remains as one of the most important requirements for a passport application. This typically collects your personal information as an applicant as it is necessary to verify your identity and to comply with the legal passport regulations.
✅ PSA Birth Certificate – submission of both the original and a photocopy of the birth certificate issued by the PSA is necessary. This is to have an accurate verification of the applicant’s identity and citizenship status. The original copy will serve as the proof while the photocopy will be kept for the administrative processes.
✅ Valid ID – here is a list of acceptable identification documents for your passport application:
- National ID
- Social Security System (SSS) card
- Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) card
- Driver’s License
- Voter’s ID or voter’s certificate issued by the COMELEC
- Senior Citizen ID
- School ID (for minors)
Note: All presented IDs must be legible and display consistent information. Additionally, you are required to provide a photocopy of your ID alongside the original document.
Application process for new applicants:
| ➡ Visit www.passport.gov.ph and schedule an appointment
➡ Please ensure to confirm your online appointment before proceeding ➡ Arrive promptly at your local passport office to avoid delays ➡ Complete the provided application form accurately, as listed in the “requirements” section of this article ➡ Submit all the necessary documents, including the required photocopies ➡ Await the processing of your passport, typically within 12-working days, after submission |
Requirements and application process for ADULT and MINOR’s passport renewal:
✅ Schedule your appointment online using this link: www.passport.gov.ph
✅ Complete the required application form accurately
✅ Bring your current passport along with a photocopy of its data page
✅ Provide the original and a copy of your birth certificate. For married women, include a marriage certificate (both the original and photocopied)
✅ Minors should present their school ID for identification purposes and any valid IDs for adults
In addition, here are the supporting documents required for various passport renewal situations, as outlined by the DFA:
✅ If your VALID passport is lost, it’s treated as a new application. Additional requirements include a police report and an affidavit of loss, along with a penalty fee of 350 pesos.
✅ If your EXPIRED passport is lost, it’s also considered a new application. You’ll need to submit an affidavit if loss and pay a penalty fee of 350 pesos.
✅ For renewing a FREQUENTLY LOST passport, it’s treated as a new application. You’ll need to provide a police report and an affidavit of loss, with a penalty of 350 pesos.
✅ If your passport is MUTILATED or DAMAGED, it’s considered a new application. Additional requirements include an affidavit of explanation, and you must surrender the damaged passport, along with a penalty of 350 pesos.
The process of passport application and passport renewal– from gathering the required documents to transacting on your local passport offices– holds immense personal and societal value. Aside from international relations, securing a passport enables individuals to explore new careers and cultures abroad. Moreover, just like other valid IDs, a passport remains to be a symbol of our identity and citizenship as well as a proof of our privilege of global mobility. The process may be filled with paperwork and formalities, its significance extends far beyond bureaucratic procedures.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
- Who qualifies to apply for a Philippine passport?
- Philippine passports are exclusively available to Filipino citizens (only) at any age. Additional requirements must be met for minors.
- Are walk-in applicants accepted at the FDA passport offices?
- Walk-in applicants are only accommodated in exceptional and emergency cases. All other applicants must schedule an appointment through the following link.
- How long is the validity period of a Philippine passport?
- Philippine passports are valid for 10 years for individuals aged 18 and above. For minors, the passport is valid for 5 years.
References:
https://consular.dfa.gov.ph/services/passport/requirements/passport-adult/adult-renewal-epassport
https://dfa.gov.ph/100-passport-information/246-renewal-of-passport-requirements
https://dfa-oca.ph/passport/passport-requirements/
https://consular.dfa.gov.ph/services/passport/passport-cl/opas
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