Public Advisory: Postponement of TOPS Davao's Opening

16 October 2021 - The opening of Temporary Off-site Passporting Services (TOPS) Davao located in SM Lanang, Davao City on 18 October 2021 is indefinitely postponed. Applicants who have already booked passport appointment slots at TOPS Davao will be informed of their new schedule through email.

TOPS Davao personnel were considered close contacts after one of them tested positive during the preparations for the opening of the site. Following health protocols, all TOPS Davao personnel will be required to undergo testing and quarantine.

Affected applicants are advised to check their emails for their new schedule. For those with urgent passport needs, the applicants may email the Consular Office in Davao through This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The Department requests the public's continued understanding as it adheres to the prescribed measures against the COVID-19 pandemic for the safety of personnel and applicants. END