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Public Advisory: Accommodation of Fully-Vaccinated and Qualified Walk-In Applicants at DFA’s Courtesy Lane in All Consular Offices

14 March 2022 - Following the accommodation of walk-in applicants at the Department of Foreign Affairs-Office of Consular Affairs (DFA-OCA) in Aseana Business Park, Paranaque City, the Department informs the public that the Courtesy Lane in all of its Consular Offices nationwide will start accepting FULLY-VACCINATED and QUALIFIED applicants effective 16 March 2022, to reach Filipinos, especially those outside Metro Manila, who are in need of passports. 

The DFA-OCA reminds the public that the Courtesy Lane will accommodate only the applicants listed below upon presentation of the core passport application requirements and the following documents:

Qualified Applicants

Documentary Requirements

Senior Citizens
  • Senior Citizen ID Card
  • May be accompanied by one (1) adult

Pregnant Applicants
  • Proof of pregnancy (Medical Certificate)

Persons With Disabilities
  • Valid PWD ID Card

Solo Parents
  • Valid Solo Parent ID Card

Minors aged 7 years old and below
  • Must be accompanied by a parent or a legal guardian
  • Original and photocopy of Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) Birth Certificate of the minor, printed on security paper
  • Additional documentary requirements if minor is not accompanied by parents

Overseas Filipino Workers and Seafarers with incoming or active employment abroad
  • Must present one (1) of the following:
    • Valid OWWA E-Card
    • Valid Employment Contract
    • Valid Work Visa
    • Seafarer’s Identification and Record Book (SIRB)

 

For more information on the requirements, applicants are advised to refer to this page: https://consular.dfa.gov.ph/services/passport/requirements

Applicants are also reminded to bring their proof of vaccination. Unvaccinated and partially-vaccinated applicants will not be accommodated. 

Temporary Off-Site Passport Services (TOPS) will not be accepting walk-in applicants.

The DFA-OCA strictly advises the public to make sure they meet the necessary qualifications to access the Courtesy Lane before visiting the Consular Offices to avoid any inconvenience. END