Applicant must present the original with a photocopy of the following valid identification:
For applicants based overseas, they present use their host government issued IDs such as the Residence Card (with English Translation, if necessary) showing Philippine citizenship
Philippine Identification (PhilID), Electronic Philippine IE, Digital PhilID (printed copy must be submitted)
Social Security System (SSS) Card
Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) Card
Unified Multi-Purpose Identification (UMID) Card
Land Transportation Office (LTO) Driver’s License. Student Permit may be accepted if in card format.
Professional Regulatory Commission (PRC) ID
Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) E-Card
Commission on Elections (COMELEC) Voter’s ID or Voter’s Certificate issued from COMELEC main office in Intramuros, Manila.
Philippine National Police (PNP) Permit to Carry Firearms Outside Residence
Senior Citizen ID
Airman License (issued August 2016 onwards)
Philippine Postal ID (issued November 2016 until September 2023)
Seafarer’s Record Book (SRB) or Seafarers Identity Document (SID) (*must be issued Feb 2020 onwards) issued by the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA)
Valid or Latest Passport (For Renewal of Passport)
School ID (if applicable) for minor applicants
If school ID is not applicable: Certificate of Enrollment with photo of minor and dry seal of school
For adult students: School ID and Certificate of Registration.
Note: All IDs presented should be readable, untampered with, and contain consistent information with the documents presented upon application.
Important Reminder: The Embassy may require additional supporting documents as may be necessary.
