Philippine Passport

General Information The Embassy of the Philippines receives and processes applications for ePassports, which in turn is sent to the Department of Foreign Affairs in Manila for printing and issuance. Please allow six to eight (6 to 8) weeks processing time from the date of application up to the date of release of the new passport to the applicant.

The Philippine Embassy advises all Philippine passport holders to renew their passports at least nine (9) months before expiration. Please note that travelers with passports that will expire in less than six (6) months may encounter problems boarding aircrafts and/or entering a country.

All Filipino citizens applying for a passport, regardless of age, are required to appear personally at the Philippine Embassy in Wellington as their picture, together with their fingerprints and signature, will be taken on-site.

Reminder from the Department of Foreign Affairs (Manila) The Philippine Passport is at all times the property of the Republic of the Philippines. It must be surrendered upon demand by an authorized representative of the Philippine Government. Alteration, addition, or destruction of contents is strictly prohibited. Any unauthorized change will render a passport invalid and will have accompanying penalties. Using the passport as collateral is against the law and will automatically render the passport cancelled.

The information provided in the passport application form must be true and correct. The documents that will be submitted should be complete and authentic. Under the law, making false statements in the passport application form, furnishing falsified or forged documents in support thereof are punishable by law.

The public is advised to secure their passports prior to booking their flights. Flight bookings should ONLY be made if passports are still valid for at least six (6) months.

Please note that the consular officer reserves the right to require additional documents from an applicant to prove their identity and/or citizenship, and ensure accurate and complete personal data entries.

Things to Remember: The name on the Philippine passport will be based on the applicant’s Philippine Certificate of Live Birth/Report of Birth. In some cases, the rules and regulations of the Philippine Statistics Authority, on the registration of birth of legitimate/illegitimate children shall be followed. An illegitimate child whose filiation is not recognized by the father bears ONLY a given name and his/hers mother’s surname, and DOES NOT have a middle name.

Reminders on your appointment day:

  • Ensure complete documentation. The Embassy has no photocopier/printer onsite.
  • Passport photo shall be taken onsite. There is no need to bring a photo.
    • Theatrical make-up, eyelash extensions, and earrings are not allowed during photo capturing.
    • Accessories such as stud earrings/ornaments (e.g. eyebrow, cheek, nose, or lip piercing) may be accepted, however, those that may obscure the face and generate shadow are strictly prohibited. Necklaces may be worn as long as it does not cause light reflection and/or obstruct facial features. Otherwise, applicants shall be requested to remove the jewelry.
    • Head coverings which cannot be removed for religious, medical, or cultural reasons may be worn during photo capturing as long as the region of the face is clearly visible. Ears may or may not be visible. Head coverings shall be form fitting and of a plain uniform color. It should visibly contrast with light blue (background color for passport photo). Those with patterns or visible perforations between hair lines such as the Taqiyah are not allowed.
    • Applicants are advised to avoid sleeveless tops and camisoles, and are encouraged to wear collared tops, blouses, or tops with higher necklines. The colors should clearly contrast with light blue (background color for passport photo).

REQUIREMENTS FOR PASSPORT APPLICATION:

  1. Confirmed Passport Appointment. To book: https://www.passport.gov.ph/.
  2. Duly-Accomplished Passport Application Form (that will be sent via email once your booking is confirmed);
  3. Original passport and photocopy of the data page of the passport;
  4. Personal appearance of applicant;
  5. Other supporting documents as stated here: (link to supporting documents)
  6. Passport fee of NZ$ 105 (link to schedule of fees)
  7. Courier Bag with a “Courier Signature Required” sticker. NOTE: The Philippine Embassy assumes no responsibility for any delay, loss or damage in the mail once the passport / documents have been mailed out. The applicant should note the tracking numbers of all envelopes submitted.

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS (Minors, Married Female, etc) Additional documentation may be required based on the documents presented and special circumstances of the applicant.

(Releasing of Passports)

Is My New Passport Ready?

Note that all passports are printed in the Philippines. Your new Philippine passport is expected to be released six (6) weeks after successful completion of passport application. The Embassy is not responsible for any delay in the availability of a passport due to possible occurrences in production and shipment.

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Requirements for claiming the passport:

  1. Your current Philippine passport, which will be cancelled and returned to you along with your new passport. Your new passport will NOT be released if the old passport is not presented for cancellation.
  2. Official Receipt
  3. Signed authorization letter from the passport holder, if the new passport will be claimed by a proxy. The new passport will not be released if the signed authorization letter is not presented together with the proof of identification of the proxy. (Note that passports of minors can be claimed only by the Filipino mother/father).