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Updated January 2025

Key takeaways

Schedule a DFA passport appointment online through the DFA website.

Required documents include a valid ID, birth certificate, and a completed application form.

The DFA appointment system is free of charge.

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What is a DFA passport appointment?

DFA passport appointment is a system launched by the DFA to ensure the most seamless and convenient passport application services for those who are eligible. Applicants are able to set up an appointment from any part of the world as long as there is a Philippine embassy or consulate providing passport for release services.

The services available are new passport issuance, passport renewal, and loss of passport.

How to schedule a DFA appointment online?

You are required to secure your appointment online before visiting the nearest DFA satellite. Please follow the steps below to schedule the appointment:

Visit the DFA website and proceed by choosing to start with an ‘individual’ or ‘group’ appointment. (Please note that your slot will only be held by the system for 20-30 minutes).
Choose the DFA office you wish to visit.
Choose your preferred date and time for the appointment.
Fill out the form with your personal information and other required details.
Select the intended service for your appointment (new application, renewal, or loss of passport).
Provide your contact information.

Please note that scheduling a DFA appointment online is free of charge.

Required documents

Before your appointment at the DFA, there are some things you need to prepare. After receiving the payment confirmation, you need to gather and bring the listed documents below on the appointment day, all printed on A4-sized paper:

For adult applicants:

Valid ID (original and photocopy)
An original and photocopy of the PSA-authenticated birth certificate on security paper (note: the Local Civil Registrar copy is required if the PSA birth certificate is unclear.)
- For married females who use their spouse’s last name, the original and a photocopy of their marriage certificate must be submitted as issued by the PSA.
Confirmed online appointment, proven by the copies of the eReceipt
Accomplished DFA passport application form
An acceptable valid ID for passport processing. You may access the full list of DFA-accepted IDs here.

For minor applicants:

PSA-authenticated birth certificate on security paper
- The Local Civil Registrar copy is required if the PSA birth certificate is unclear
Confirmed online appointment
Accomplished DFA passport application form
School ID or Certificate of Enrolment containing the applicant’s photo and the school’s dry seal (if applicable)

Accompanying parent/s must bring the following documents:

- Passport or any valid ID issued by the government of either parent with one photocopy
- Marriage certificate of parents if the child is accompanied by only one parent:
  - If the parents are not married, an Affidavit of Support and/or Consent is required. The mother of the applicant should sign this document if she cannot attend during the application process.
  - Authentication by the Philippine Embassy or Consulate is required for an Affidavit of Support and/or Consent executed outside the country.

Additional requirements

The DFA might ask for supplementary papers from applicants based on their situation or if the original documents submitted need to be completed. To check which specific cases require additional supporting materials, refer to the list provided by the DFA.

The applicant’s birth certificate was registered after the designated time.
Applicant lacks a copy of their birth certificate.
The applicant has gone through a divorce and desires to use her original surname.
The applicant’s birth certificate is incomplete.
Applicant holds citizenship in two countries.
Applicant is a Filipino citizen who went through the process of naturalization.
Applicant acquired Filipino nationality through the process of election.
Applicant has been awarded citizenship through a legislative act.

In such circumstances, applicants may be required to provide the following:

Minor applicants should present on the day of the appointment, accompanied by either a parent or an authorized adult companion.
All applicants should dress appropriately, and they are not allowed to wear soft lenses or earrings during data capture.

Validity

The validity of passports issued to Filipinos older than 18 years old is ten years. 5-year passports will only be issued for minor applicants.

Renewal

To renew your passport, schedule an appointment through the official DFA website. Similar to the DFA appointment system for new passport applications, this is free of charge.

How can I reschedule my DFA appointment?

Applicants can only reschedule their appointments for health or emergency reasons.

To request a reschedule of your DFA appointment, you must send an email to [email protected]

Your email must contain the following:

A copy of the application form as proof of confirmed appointment
Documentary requirement for passport application
Proof supporting the valid reason for failure to appear on the date of appointment.

If you wish to request a reschedule in person, you may access the full list of DFA consular offices here.