To renew your Philippine passport, you'll need to follow these steps and prepare the necessary documents:
Core Requirements:
1. **Confirmed Online Appointment**: Schedule an appointment through the DFA's online system.
2. **Accomplished Application Form**: Fill out the passport renewal application form.
3. **Personal Appearance**: You must appear in person at the DFA office.
4. **Current Passport**: Bring your current ePassport along with a photocopy of the data page.
5. **Original PSA Authenticated Documents**: These are required if there are changes in your personal information, such as:
- Marriage Contract (if changing your name due to marriage)
- Annotated Birth Certificate (if there are corrections)
- Annotated Marriage Contract (to show annulmentorce)
- Death Certificate of Spouse (if applicable)
### Additional Requirements:
- **For Lost Valid ePassport**:
- Police Report in English (original and photocopy)
- Affidavit of Loss in English (original and photocopy)
- Penalty Fee: Php 350.00
- Additional 15 business days clearing period
- **For Lost Expired ePassport**:
- Similar to the requirements for a lost valid ePassport, but treated as a new application¹²³.
Make sure to check the DFA website or contact the nearest DFA office for any updates or additional requirements specific to your situation.
Source:
(1) Requirements for Renewal of Passport.
https://dfa.gov.ph/100-passport-information/246-renewal-of-passport-requirements.
(2) How To Renew Philippine Passport in USA: An Ultimate Guide.
https://filipiknow.net/philippine-passport-renewal-in-the-us/.
(3) How To Renew Philippine Passport: An Ultimate Guide.
https://filipiknow.net/how-to-renew-philippine-passport/.
(4) PASSPORT RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS & DFA Appointment Process.
https://www.thepoortraveler.net/passport-renewal-requirements/.
(5) Requirements for Passport Renewal | Department of Foreign Affairs.
https://governmentph.com/requirements-passport-renewal-dfa/.
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