Passports, Travel Documents, Reports of Birth and Embassy ID

• Passport & Travel Documents
  • Requirements for ePassport
  • Requirements for Passport Amendments
• Lost Passport Applications
• Travel Documents
• Reports of Birth for Filipino Children Born in Korea - requirement for New Passport and Travel Document applications
• Embassy ID

Filipinos in South Korea can also file a petition for the correction of a clerical error or the change of first name in Reports of Birth, Marriage or Death. Please call the Philippine Embassy Consular Section at telephone no. (02) 796-7387 Extension 105 or email [email protected]

Philippine Visas

• Visa-free Entry to the Philippines
• Requirements for a Temporary Visitor's Visa
• Other Types of Visas
• Immigrant Visa (Quota/Non Quota)
• Special Study Permit

GUIDELINES ON ENTRY OF FOREIGN NATIONALS AS OF 30 JANUARY 2021
Passengers allowed to travel to the Philippines per BI Advisory dated 30 January 2021

ARRIVAL (without the need for DFA authorization/endorsement)

• 9(E) visa holders - diplomats accredited to Philippines including foreign embassies and Foreign Government and International Organization Officials
• Foreign Airline Crew
• 9(C) visa holders - Foreign Seafarer visa
• 9(D) visa holders - Treaty trader visa (US, Japan and Germany)
• Section 13 series of Commonwealth Act No. 613, as amended (13 quota, 13A, 13B, 13C, 13D, 13E, 13G visas)
• RA7919 visa holders (The Social Integration Act of 1995) - granted to qualified foreign nationals who have entered the country prior to 30 June 1992
• E0324 visa holders - Legal residence granted under EO324 for qualified foreign nationals who entered the Philippines before 1 January 1984
• Native Born (NB) visa holders - foreign children born to foreigners with permanent resident status in the Philippines
• Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) holders (based on MO ADD-01-038 / ADD-02-015 [Indians])
• MCL-07-021 Permanent Resident Visa holders - Chinese nationals married to Filipino citizens
• The following shall be allowed entry, PROVIDED, they have a valid (new or existing) visa and the principal Philippine national is in the country:
1. Foreign spouses of Filipino nationals;
2. Foreign minor children, and foreign children with special needs regardless of age, of Filipino nationals; and
3. Foreign parents of minor Filipino children and of Filipino children with special needs regardless of age
• Foreign nationals in possession of Recognition Certificate (RC) or Citizenship Retention and Reacquisition Act of 2003 (CRPC) under RA9225 Certificate
• EO226 visa holders (to include SIRV visa holders issued under EO226; BUT NOT issued under EO63)
• RA8756 visa holders - Regional Office Headquarters (ROHQ) visa, intended for executive positions for multinational companies
• 47(a)(2) visa holders issued by the Department of Justice - granted to foreign employees working for Regional Headquarters, Regional Operating Headquarters, or employees of PEZA and/or BOI-registered companies
• Visas issued by the following:
1. Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority;
2. Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority;
3. Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan;
4. Cagayan Economic Zone Authority;
5. Clark Development Corporation

The following shall be allowed entry under the Balikbayan Privilege (RA6768) (only nationals from non-visa required countries under EO408):

• Filipino citizens foreign spouses and children, regardless of age, who are travelling with them
  Refer to rule 11 if not travelling with principal Philippine national.
  Refer to rule 11 for visa-required nationals.
• Former Filipino citizens, together with their foreign spouses and children, regardless of age, who are travelling with them.
• 9(G) visa holders who departed the country on 17 December 2020 or later.

Passengers allowed to travel to the Philippines effective 16 February 2021

Those with valid and existing visas as of 20 March 2020, and were not permitted to enter under previous IATF resolutions.

1. Those with Valid 9(G) visa holders issued on or prior to 20 March 2020 and with unexpired visa at the time of entry.
2. Those with Valid 9(F), SVEG and SIRV under EO63 visa holders issued on or prior to 20 March 2020 and with unexpired visa at the time of entry.

*9(G), 9(F), SVEG, and SIRV under EO 63 visa holders who do not fall under the above categories must secure / present a DFA exemption / authorization upon immigration inspection.

Holders of valid and existing Special Resident and Retirees Visa (SRRV) and Section 9(a) visas, provided they present an entry exemption document to the Bureau of Immigration upon Arrival.

ARRIVAL (effective 16 February 2021)

1. Special Resident and Retirees Visa (SRRV) holders - SRRV holders must present entry exemption document (DFA Endorsement) to the Bureau of Immigration. Failure to present entry exemption document shall be a ground for exclusion and the SRRV holder shall be immediately boarded in the next available flight.
2. 9(A) visa holders - The presentation of an entry exemption document (DFA Endorsement) does not guarantee the entry of passengers seeking admission as Temporary Visitor Visa under Section 9(a). Holders of Temporary Visitor Visa under Section 9(a) shall be able to establish their purpose of travel as stated in their respective DFA endorsements.

ARRIVAL (effective 16 February 2021)

• Immigrants must present valid Re-entry Permit or validly extended Re-entry Permit, unless otherwise exempted. Failure to present Re-entry Permit or validly extended Re-entry Permit shall be a ground for exclusion and the Immigrant shall be immediately boarded in the next available flight.
• Non-immigrants must present valid Special Return Certificate or validly extended Special Return Certificate, unless otherwise exempted. Failure to present valid Special Return Certificate or validly extended Special Return Certificate shall be a ground for exclusion and the Non-immigrant shall be immediately boarded in the next available flight.

All foreign nationals (except for Section 9(e) visa holders) shall present a pre-booked accommodation for at least six (6) nights in an accredited quarantine hotel/facility at the Immigration counters for initial check. Those who fail to present a pre-booked accommodation shall be denied entry and shall be boarded immediately in the next available flight.

The initial check performed by the Immigration authorities shall not in any way interfere with the Department of Tourism's exclusive jurisdiction on the Final validation and confirmation of pre-booked accommodation in an accredited quarantine hotel/facility.

All foreign nationals who were cleared for entry but subsequently found to have presented a counterfeit or fraudulent pre-booked accommodation in an accredited quarantine hotel/facility by the Department of Tourism.

All of the foregoing is without prejudice to the exercise of the mandate of the Bureau of Immigration in Arrival and Departure Formalities.

Marriage and Divorce

• Marriage between two Filipinos and Solemnization of Marriage in the Embassy
• Report of Marriage
• Requirements for Recognition of Divorce in the Philippines
• Marriage License (Legal Capacity to Contract Marriage/LCCM) for Filipino who will marry a Foreigner

Authentication (Red Ribbon) and Other Notarial Functions, including Driver's License

• Authentication & Notary of Documents
• Special Power-of-Attorneys, Affidavits, Acknowledgements, and other Notarial Services for Filipino Nationals
• Affidavit of Parental Consent Allowing Child in Korea to Travel to Philippines not accompanied by either Parent
• Certification of Philippine Driver's License

Citizenship

• Renunciation of Philippine Citizenship
• Application for Dual Citizenship

Other Documents

• Assistance to Nationals
• NBI Clearance
• Adoption
• Pets Entering the Philippines
• Travel Tax Exemption Certificate

I. Passports

Since processing will take longer than that of the machine-readable passport, the Embassy has adopted the appointment system and delivery or courier service. Only those who can provide a complete return address can avail of the courier service. You will be asked to complete the courier form upon application for ePassport and payment and submit your old passport for cancelation. Payment will be collected upon delivery.

An appointment is needed when applying for renewal of passport. To get an appointment, please log-on at the Embassy’s Website www.philembassy-seoul.com. Minors (below 18 years) and Senior Citizens (65 years old and above) are not required to get an appointment.

The Embassy’s Consular Section is open from Sunday to Thursday. Friday, Saturday, and Official Holidays are non-working days.

Processing of E-Passports:
10:00AM to 3:00PM (Sunday to Thursday)

Releasing of E-Passports:
1:00PM to 3:00PM (Sunday to Thursday)

RENEWAL OF E-PASSPORT:

Requirements:

1. Appointment
2. Personal Appearance
3. Photocopy of Passport (data page only)
4. Duly accomplished E-Passport Application Form (can be downloaded from the Embassy website or obtained from the Embassy’s Consular Section - photo is not required)
5. Payment of KRW 80,520 or USD 60

If Applicable:

1. For passports that have already expired for more than one year, applicant has to submit original DFA-authenticated NSO/PSA Birth Certificate
2. For old passports that do not show the town/city of birth (e.g., only "Pampanga" is written), any copy of a government-issued document, such as a birth certificate, marriage certificate or previously issued passport, that shows the town/city of birth (e.g., "Lubao, Pampanga") is required

NOTE: It takes about six (6) to eight (8) weeks to process the E-Passport as the approved applications are transmitted for printing to a central processing facility in the Philippines.

If you wish to avail of the courier service (ILYANG), you have to fill-up the courier form and leave your old passport to the Consular Officer for cancellation. Payment for courier service will be made upon receipt of the new E-Passport.

REPLACEMENT OF DAMAGED PASSPORT:

Requirements:

1. Appointment
2. Personal Appearance
3. Original Damaged Passport
4. Affidavit of Mutilation (available at the Embassy’s Consular Section)
5. Duly accomplished E-passport Application Form (photo is not required)
6. Payment of KRW 80,520 or USD 60

REPLACEMENT OF LOST PASSPORT:

Requirements:

1. Appointment
2. Personal Appearance
3. Police Report with English Translation
4. Affidavit of Loss (available at the Embassy’s Consular Section)
5. Photocopy of Data Page of Lost Passport (if available)
6. Duly accomplished E-Passport Application Form (photo is not required)
7. DFA Authenticated PSA/NSO Issued Birth Certificate
8. Any two (2) of the following Government Issued ID with picture to establish identity:
• Digitized SSS ID
• Driver's License
• GSIS E-card
• PRC ID
• IBP ID
• OWWA ID
• Digitized BIR ID
• Senior Citizen's ID
• Voter's ID
• NBI Clearance
• Original previous passports
• CFO Certificate (with picture printed on certificate)
9. Payment of KRW 201,300 or USD 150 for lost E-Passport and KRW 120,780 or USD 90 for lost MRP Passport

NOTE: There is a 30-day clearing period prior to the processing of application for replacement of a lost passport.

RENEWAL OF PASSPORT OF MINORS (below 18 years old):

1. Dully accomplished E-Passport Application Form (available at the Embassy's Consular Section)
2. Philippine Passport of Minor Applicant
3. PSA/NSO Issued Birth Certificate of the Child (to verify the parents of the minor applicant)
4. Passport of the Filipino Parent
5. Personal Appearance of the Minor applicant;
6. Personal Appearance of the Minor's Filipino Parent
7. Payment of KRW 80,520 or USD 60

NOTE: If the Minor's Parents are both Filipino, the Minor's mother should sign the E-Passport Application Form.

NEW PASSPORT OF MINORS BORN IN KOREA:

1. Duly accomplished E-Passport Application Form (available at the Embassy's Consular Section)
2. Report of Birth duly notarized by the Consul of the Philippine Embassy, Seoul OR DFA Authenticated PSA/NSO Issued Birth Certificate of the Minor Applicant
3. Passport of the Filipino Parent
4. Personal Appearance of the Minor Applicant
5. Personal Appearance of the Minor's Filipino Parent
6. Payment of KRW 80,520 or USD 60

NOTE: The Minor's Filipino Parent should sign the E-Passport Application Form

PASSPORT AMENDMENTS:

• For women who got married in Korea within the last 12 months:
  
  1. Duly accomplished Passport Amendment Form (available at the Embassy’s Consular Section)
  2. Report of Marriage filed at the Philippine Embassy in Seoul, Korea OR DFA Authenticated PSA/NSO Issued Marriage Contract (original must be shown with accompanying photocopy)
  3. Original and one photocopy of the data pages of the passports of husband and wife
  4. Payment of KRW 26,840 or USD 20
  
  For women who got married in the Philippines and for women who got married in Korea (more than a year ago):
  
  1. Duly accomplished Passport Amendment Form (available at the Embassy’s Consular Section)
  2. DFA Authenticated PSA/NSO Issued Marriage Contract (original must be shown with accompanying photocopy)
  3. Original and one photocopy of the data pages of the passports of husband and wife
  4. Payment of KRW 26,840 or USD 20
  
  For women who are divorced from their foreign husbands:
  
  1. Duly accomplished Passport Amendment Form(available at the Embassy’s Consular Section)
  2. NSO/PSA Marriage Contract with annotation on the side stating that divorce has been recognized NSO/PSA, and authenticated by the DFA (original must be shown with accompanying photocopy)
  3. Original and one photocopy of the Applicant's Birth Certificate issued by NSO and Authenticated by the DFA;
  4. Original and one photocopy of the data page of passport
  5. Payment of KRW 26,840 or USD 20
  
  For women whose marriage mas annulled by Court:
  
  1. Duly accomplished Passport Amendment Form (available at the Embassy’s Consular Section)
  2. Copy of the Court Decision declaring the annulment of marriage and must be Authenticated by the DFA
  3. Original and one photocopy of the Marriage Contract with the previous spouse with annotation of the annulment printed on Security Paper of the NSO/PSA and Authenticated by the DFA
  4. Original and one photocopy of the applicant's Birth Certificate Issued by NSO/PSA and Authenticated by the DFA
  5. Original and one photocopy of the data page of passport
  6. Payment of KRW 26,840 or USD 20
  
  For widows:
  
  1. Duly accomplished Passport Amendment Form (available at the Embassy’s Consular Section);
  2. Death Certificate of deceased spouse. If husband died in the Philippines, the Death Certificate should be issued by NSO/PSA and Authenticated by the DFA
  3. Original and one photocopy of the Applicant's Birth Certificate Issued by the NSO/PSA and Authenticated by the DFA
  4. Original and one photocopy of the Data Page of Passport
  5. Payment of KRW 26,840 or USD 20
  
  For amendment of name of adopted minors:
  
  1. Duly accomplished Passport Amendment Form (available at the Embassy’s Consular Section);
  2. Original and copy of Birth Certificate with appropriate annotation by the Local Civil Registrar printed on security paper by NSO/PSA and authenticated by the DFA
  3. Original and copy of Certificate of Finality issued by the Court and authenticated by the DFA
  4. Payment of KRW 26,840 or USD 20
  
  For married women who wants to use surname of husband:
  
  1. Marriage Contract in Security Paper issued by NSO/PSA OR original and photocopy of the Certified True Copy of Marriage Contract issued by the Local Civil Registrar and duly authenticated by NSO/PSA (transcribed Marriage Contract from the LCR is required when entries in NSO Marriage Contract are blurred or unreadable) OR Report of Marriage duly authenticated by DFA or Philippine Embassy/Consulate, if married abroad
  2. Payment of KRW 26,840 or USD 20
  
  For spouse of foreign national:
  
  1. Original and photocopy of Commission of Filipino Overseas (CFO) Guidance and Counseling Certificate of Attendance (required for first time applicants or for renewal of passport of applicant who will use the surname of the husband for the first time)
  2. Payment of KRW 26,840 or USD 20
  
  For applicants who availed of Dual Citizenship or Election of Philippine Citizenship under Republic Act No. 9225:
  
  1. Identification Certificate
  2. Oath of Allegiance
  3. Order of Approval
  4. DFA Authenticated NSO/PSA issued Birth Certificate OR previously issued Philippine Passport
  5. Report of Birth (for those applicants born outside the Philippines)
  6. Payment of KRW 67,100 or USD 50 (for adults) and KRW 33,550 or USD 25 (for minors)
  
  

II. Lost Passport Applications

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Personal Appearance;
• Confirmed appointment;
• Police report with English translation
• Submit Affidavit of Loss (with detailed explanation on when, where and how passport got lost);
• Photocopy of first page of lost passport (if available)
  

• Duly accomplished application form No need to submit a passport size photo;
• Fee for a lost Machine Readable Passport is US$ 90.00 or W 120,780. For lost ePassport, fee is US$ 150.00 or W 201,300;
• Birth Certificate (BC) in Security Paper (SECPA) issued by the National Statistics Office (NSO) and duly authenticated by the DFA or Certified True Copy (CTC) of BC issued by the Local Civil Registrar (LCR) and duly authenticated by the DFA. Transcribed Birth Certificate from the LCR is required when entries in NSO Birth Certificate are blurred or unreadable.? If born abroad, applicant may submit Report of Birth duly authenticated by NSO;
• Two Government-issued picture IDs to prove identity
• Digitized SSS ID
• Driver's License
• GSIS E-card
• PRC ID
• IBP ID
• OWWA ID
• Digitized BIR ID
• Senior Citizen's ID
• Voter’s ID
• NBI Clearance
• Original previous passports
• CFO Certificate (with picture printed on certificate)



* Please take note that there will be a 15-day clearing period prior to the processing of application for replacement of a lost valid passport;

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• For Married Women who want to use surname of husband:
• Marriage Contract (MC) in Security Paper (SECPA) issued by the National Statistics Office (NSO) or original and photocopy of the Certified True Copy (CTC) of MC issued by the Local Civil Registrar (LCR) and duly authenticated by NSO. Transcribed Marriage Contract from the LCR is required when entries in NSO Marriage Contract are blurred or unreadable; or Report of Marriage duly authenticated by DFA or Philippine Embassy/Consulate if married abroad
• For spouse of foreign national:
• Original and photocopy of Commission of Filipino Overseas (CFO) Guidance and Counseling Certificate of Attendance (required for first time applicants or renewal of passport to be used for the first time the surname of the husband)
• Applicants who availed of Dual Citizenship or Election of Philippine Citizenship under RA 9225:
• Identification Certificate
• Oath of Allegiance
• Order of Approval
• Report of Birth (for those born abroad)

SUSPENDED APPLICATION DUE TO UNDECLARED LOST PASSPORT

• A passport renewal applicant whose application has been suspended due to undeclared lost passport is required to pay the lost passport fee. For lost ePassport, the fee is US$ 150.00 or W 201,300.

III. Travel Document

Processing Time: 3 working days

Processing Fee: Travel Document (KRW 40,260 or USD 30)

Per Affidavit (KRW 33,550 or USD 25)

Validity: 30 days

Conditions when a Filipino Citizen can apply for a Travel Document:

1. In case of a lost Philippine passport
2. In case of absence of Philippine passport (for infants born in Korea)
3. In case of expired Philippine passport
4. In case of mutilated Philippine passport

NOTE: A Travel Document is issued in lieu of a passport under the above circumstances and valid for one-way direct travel to the Philippines.

TRAVEL DOCUMENT IN LIEU OF LOST/MUTILATED PASSPORT:

Requirements:

1. 4 pcs. passport-size pictures of the applicant
2. Duly accomplished Affidavit of Lost Passport form
3. Duly accomplished Travel Document application form
4. Copy of lost Philippine passport, if available
5. If there is no available copy of the lost Philippine passport, submit any of the following: NSO/PSA issued Birth Certificate, Alien Registration Card, NBI Clearance, or at least 2 government issued documents/IDs indicating the applicant’s full name, date and place of birth, gender

TRAVEL DOCUMENT FOR INFANTS WITH NO PASSPORT:

Requirements:

1. 4 pcs. passport-size pictures of the applicant
2. Duly accomplished Travel Document application form
3. 1 set of Report of Birth documents notarized by the Philippine Embassy-Seoul

NOTE: If the child will travel with neither of the parents, the parents should execute an ‘Affidavit of Parental Consent’ to be signed personally by both parents of the child and the travelling companion. In addition to the affidavit, a photocopy of the passport of the child’s travelling companion is also required, as well as the personal appearance of both parents and travelling companion.

TRAVEL DOCUMENT IN LIEU OF EXPIRED PHILIPPINE PASSPORT:

Requirements:

1. 4 pcs. passport-size pictures of the applicant
2. Duly accomplished Travel Document application form
3. Original and 1 photocopy of the expired Philippine passport

IV. Report of Birth

After step 1, duration may vary depending on the applicant's concern.

STEP	CLIENT	SERVICE PROVIDER	DURATION	PERSON IN-CHARGE	FEE
1	Present 4 copies of the following (submit additional one set if child will also apply for passport / travel document): English Birth Certificate from the hospital; Submit parents' Marriage Certificate authenticated by DFA or the Report of Marriage by the Embassy (if parents are married); Passports of both parents Present / accomplish Report of Birth form * If parents are not married, and the child will bear father's surname, the father must accomplish Affidavit of Acknowledgement of Paternity and Consent to use surname of the father (ask for the form from the consular assistant and submit one photocopy of the document and additional copy of the father's passport) * If the Father is not a Filipino and wants the child to bear his surname, the father must execute an Affidavit of Acknowledgment of Paternity and Consent to Use the Surname of the Father have the affidavit either (1) notarized by the father's embassy in South Korea or (2) notarized by a local notary public and then authenticated by the ROK's MOFA.	Obtains Report of Birth application form & advices applicant to fully accomplish the application form. Evaluates completeness & authenticity of documents submitted; verifies documents if there is reasonable doubt. Advices applicant to proceed for payment.	25 mins	Consular Assistant	n/a
2	Pay appropriate notarial fees	Accepts payment and issues official receipt	5 mins	Collecting Officer	US$ 25 or KRW 33,550 Additional KRW 33,550 for each additional affidavit
3	Wait for processing of document.	Prepares and affixes Embassy seal;	5 mins	Consular Assistant
		Checks form and supporting documents;	5 mins	Signing Officer
		Signs the documents
4	Claiming of document	Document is released to applicant	1 minute	Consular Assistant
	(if applicant wants to follow-up the progress of the report of birth with DFA and NSO, applicant may call 796-0387 local 105 after one month and ask for the despatch number or email the Consular Assistant thru [email protected])	Endorses ROB to the Records Officer for filing & prepares dispatch to DFA to report issuance of ROB	5 minutes	Consular Assistant

Duration: 31 minutes (time duration in the queue and filling-up of forms is not included)

V. Embassy ID

• Personal appearance
• Valid Philippine passport
• Xerox copy of Philippine passport (first and last pages and page with latest visa entry stamp)
• Two (2) pieces 1" x 1" pictures
• Registration Form (download form)

VI. Visa-free Entry to the Philippines

Beginning 1 August 2013, nationals from countries listed below who are traveling to the Philippines for business and tourism purposes are allowed to enter the Philippines without visas for a stay not exceeding thirty (30) days, provided they hold valid tickets for their return journey to port of origin or next port of destination and their passports valid for a period of at least six (6) months beyond the contemplated period of stay. However, Immigration Officers at ports of entry may exercise their discretion to admit holders of passports valid for at least sixty (60) days beyond the intended period of stay.

Please click here to see the list of countries allowed to enter the Philippines without a visa.

Important Note:
Nationals who are subjects of deportation/blacklist orders of the Department and the Bureau of Immigration shall not be admitted to the Philippines. Further inquiries on this matter may be addressed to the Visa Division in the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (Telephone numbers: Dial +632-556-0000 and ask the operator to connect you to Visa Division).

VII. Requirements for a Temporary Visitor’s Visa

Foreigners from countries who are not allowed to enter the Philippines without a visa, and also those from countries who may enter the Philippines without a visa but whose intended length of stay will exceed 30 days, have to apply for a temporary visitor’s visa before traveling to the Philippines. A visitor with a temporary visitor’s visa may be given up to a maximum of 59 days for their stay in the Philippines.  Should a visitor wish to remain longer than his authorized initial stay of 59 days, he or she may request an extension of stay from the Bureau of Immigration Office (www.dfa.gov.ph/index.php/consular-services/visa) and pay the necessary fees. 

Following are the minimum requirements for application of a tourist visa:

• Properly filled-up application form (download form) with picture taken not more than six months from the date of application;
• Copy of Round-trip e-ticket (open-ended tickets are not acceptable);
• Passport & copy of passport data page;
• If going to the Philippines for business purposes:
• Letter of Guarantee from the employer confirming the applicant’s employment, purpose of visit to the Philippines (i.e. short business-related trip and shall not be employed nor derive income in the Philippines) and, financial support while in the Philippines.
• Letter of Invitation from the company in the Philippines confirming the purpose of visit of the visa applicant and the duration of stay of the visit, with a guarantee that the applicant will not be employed by nor derive income from the Philippine-based company

• If going to the Philippines for leisure purposes:
• copy of hotel booking/voucher or invitation letter from the Philippine-based individual plus copy of his/her valid Philippine government-issued ID;
• proof of sufficient funds to cover the stay in the Philippines; 
• if employed, copy of certificate of employment; if self-employed, copy of business registration; 
• if unaccompanied minor (14 years old and below), Affidavit of Parental Consent and Guarantee of Financial Support with parent's proof of employment/ business plus copy of household register; 
• if student, copy of the student's school registration.
• If going to the Philippine to attend a short-term English language course in the Philippines:
• Letter of Acceptance issued by English language school. For purposes of validating the purpose of travel to the Philippines, the English language school should also send to the Philippine Embassy by email ([email protected]) an official letter signed by an authorized official of the school the letter or acceptance or a list of accepted students indicating the name of the visa applicant, passport number, inclusive dates of the course duration plus a copy of the school’s valid license to operate.
• Affidavit of Parental Consent and Guarantee of Financial Support plus copy of household register and parent's proof of employment/ business
• For non-Korean nationals, proof of legal residence in Korea may be required (copy of Alien Registration Card, front and back, and show the original to the processor at the window).

The documents submitted should support the application for a Temporary Visitor’s Visa  validating the purpose of the visit, sufficiency of funds to support one’s stay in the Philippines and proof that the applicant will only stay in the Philippines within a reasonable amount of time as a temporary visitor

VIII. Other Types of Visas

For other types of visas such as seaman's visa, official visa and student visas for college students, please contact (+82) (2) 796-7387 (+82) (2) 796-7387 , ext. 106.

The granting of Philippine visa is only a form of pre-entry clearance. Philippine visa holders are still subject to normal immigration control at the port of entry. Philippine Immigration officers have the authority to grant or deny admission.

Notice to Applicants of the Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV)

The Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) requires Korean citizens applying from abroad to submit a medical examination clearance from any licensed clinic or hospital physician in the Republic of Korea. The medical clearance form can be downloaded from the PRA website at www.pra.gov.ph. The medical clearance issued abroad must have an English translation and be duly authenticated by the Philippine Embassy in Seoul.

The PRA can also assist Korean applicants going to the Philippines to get their medical examination clearance in the Philippines as part of the Retirees Services and Assistance package.

For other SRRV requirements, you may check the website or call the PRA hotline number at +63.2.848.1412 +63.2.848.1412 end_of_the_skype_highlighting anytime of the day, seven days a week, for any question.

The SRRV is a special non-immigrant visa which entitles foreigners to reside in the Philippines indefinitely with multiple entry privileges and benefits, which include exemption from securing Special Study Permits or student visas for children, among others.

IX. Immigrant Visa (Quota/Non Quota)

The following minimum requirements apply:

• Accomplished application form (download form)
• Official birth certificate or baptismal certificate or Family relations certificate in English.
• Police clearance in English
• Medical examination report with Chest X-ray film or CD from Severance hospital Visa section
• Evidence of financial support (More than 10 million KRW) in English
• 2x2 inch photograph
• Valid passport
• Original NSO Marriage Certificate
• Other secondary evidence of citizenship if any.

X. Special Study Permit

The Special Study Permit (SSP) is issued by the Philippine Bureau of Immigration for foreigners who wish to engage in short-term study in the Philippines. It is only issued in the Philippines. Eligible nationals who plan to enroll in non-degree courses, including English, that last for less than one (1) year may first apply for tourist visas at the Philippine Embassy but should get the SSP upon arrival in the Philippines.

Minimum entry requirements for the Special Study Permit follow:

• Passport valid for six (6) months from the date of intended entry to the Philippines;
• Duly notarized letter from the applicant requesting the issuance of the permit;
• Duly accomplished and notarized application form;
• Certificate of acceptance issued by the learning institutions duly accredited by the Bureau of Immigration;
• Plain photocopy of the applicant??s passport reflecting its data page, entry stamp and authorized stay of not less than 20 days from the date of filing; and
• Bureau of Immigration Clearance Certificate.

Prepare all the required documents and submit the application through your tour operator. The application and other documentary requirements must be filed at the Bureau of Immigration located at Magallanes Drive, Intramuros, Manila. For more information, please visit http://www.immigration.gov.ph/

XI. Marriage between two Filipinos and Solemnization of Marriage in the Embassy

After step 1, duration may vary depending on the applicant's concern.

STEP	CLIENT	SERVICE PROVIDER	DURATION	PERSON IN-CHARGE	FEE
1	Submit pertinent requirements (bring originals and one photocopy) for evaluation such as: DFA-authenticated NSO Birth Certificates DFA-authenticated CENOMAR from NSO Passports * Names of applicants and their parents, birthdates, birthplaces should match in all three documents Additional requirements * If divorced from former marriage (with foreign national), present Judicial Decree of Absolute Divorce authenticated by ROK's MOFA or the Embassy of the country where the divorce was processed; * If widow/widower, present DFA-authenticated NSO Death certificate of spouse and DFA-authenticated marriage certificate with former spouse * If prior marriage was annulled in the Philippines, present DFA-authenticated NSO Marriage certificate with annotation stating details of annulment * For applicants 18-20 years old, submit notarized Affidavit of Parental Consent for Marriage * For applicants 2l-25 years old, submit notarized Affidavit of Parental Advise for Marriage Fill-up the following forms: Affidavit of eligibility to contract marriage Application form for LCCM Application form for notice of posting Informs consular assistant on preferred date of wedding at the Embassy.	Obtains Marriage License & LCCM application form & advices applicant to fully accomplish the application forms. Evaluates completeness & authenticity of documents submitted; verifies documents if there is reasonable doubt. Advices applicant that Marriage License will be made after the ten-day requirement for publication of Notice to Marry at the Consular Section's bulletin board If applicant wants to receive document by delivery, Consular assistant asks applicant to fill-up delivery form properly. Advices applicant to proceed to payment.	12 mins	Consular Assistant	n/a
2	Pay appropriate fees. Present receipt to consular assistant Leaves Embassy and waits for posting of wedding announcement and for issuance of license.	Accepts payment and issues official receipt	3 mins	Collecting Officer	US$ 135 or KRW 181,170
		Prepares the notice and posts the notice at Embassy premises	(2 minutes) * plus 10 day posting period	Consular Assistant
		Prepares LCCM (marriage licenses);	(2 minutes)	Consular Assistant
		Checks forms and supporting documents; Signs the documents including the marriage licenses. Approves the date for marriage.	(3 minutes)	Signing Officer
		Informs applicants (by phone or text) that marriage licenses and date of marriage have been approved. Informs applicants to come to the Embassy on the date of marriage with at least two Filipino witnesses (bring also passports of witnesses with one photocopy) and arrive 30 minutes earlier than the scheduled wedding solemnization time. Prepares marriage certificate and report of marriage forms.	(5 minutes)	Consular Assistant
3	Applicants appear at the Embassy on the wedding day, arrives 30 minutes earlier than the scheduled wedding solemnization time with at least two Filipino witnesses (bring also passports of witnesses with one photocopy). Applicants and witnesses sign marriage contract. Applicants fill up the report of marriage form.	Conduct wedding solemnization rites. Signs marriage contract. Informs newlyweds that the report of marriage will be sent to DFA for onward transmittal to NSO by the 10th day of the following month. NSO marriage certificate may be ready by 4-6 months.	20 minutes	Solemnizing Officer	US$ 25 or KRW 33,550
	Pay fee for Report of Marriage and		3 minutes	Collecting Officer	US$ 25 or KRW 33,550
	Shows receipt to Consular Assistant	Advices applicant that Report of Marriage can be claimed after 3 working days; if for delivery, add another 1-2 days.	2 minutes
4	If Report of Marriage form is to be claimed in person or through representative, present receipt (with authorization letter if through representative) If document is to be delivered, applicant waits for delivery of new passport	Consular assistant locates document and releases it to applicant Or Consular assistant mails document for delivery to applicant	3 minutes	Consular Assistant
	(if applicant wants to follow-up with the DFA and the NSO on the progress of the NSO Marriage certificate, applicant may call 796-0387 local 102 after one month and ask for the despatch number or email [email protected])	Endorses ROM to the Records Officer for filing & prepares dispatch to DFA to report issuance of ROM	(5 minutes)	Consular Assistant

Duration: 43 minutes (time duration in the queue and filling-up of forms is not included)

Those who need to secure a marriage license must undergo marriage counseling which is conducted for free at the Embassy every Sunday (9:00 am -4:00 pm), Monday and Thursday (9:00 am - 3:00 pm).

XII. Report of Marriage

The Family Code of the Philippines provides that "records of marriages whether performed by the Philippine Consular Officer or by the local religious or civil authorities shall be kept and transmitted to the Philippine Civil Registrar through the Department of Foreign Affairs" (Sec.664 of the Philippine Foreign Service Code).

Requirements for Registration of Report of Marriage

1. Fully accomplished Report of Marriage From in four (4) copies (download form)


2. If one of the spouses is a foreigner, Original Marriage certificate (with English translation if document is not in English and authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs where the certificate was issued) plus three photocopies of each document


3. For Divorced, Annulled or Widowed Applicants - submit Judicial Decree of Absolute Divorce or the Judicial Decree of Annulment or Declaration of Nullity of his or her previous marriage or Death Certificate of former spouse


4. Four (4) photocopies of the passports of husband and wife


5. Payment of consular fee of US$25 or KRW 33,550.

Filipinos whose marriage was solemnized by the local government in Korea should register / report their marriage at the Philippine Embassy, Seoul, within a period of one year from the time of their marriage. Otherwise, an affidavit of late registration will be executed for such purpose in addition to the above-mentioned requirements.

The Consular Officer reserves the right to require additional proof or documents from an applicant, to prove his/her citizenship or identity pursuant to the Philippine Passport Law (R.A. 8239) and the Foreign Service Act (R.A. 7157).

XIII. Requirements for Recognition of Divorce in the Philippines

Procedure:

1. Get the divorce decree from the court.
2. Have the divorce decree translated into English and notarized by a Korean notary public.
3. Have the Divorce Decree authenticated by the Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA).
4. Bring the MOFA authenticated Divorce Decree and a copy to the Philippine Embassy for final authentication.
5. 5. Send the document to a divorce lawyer in the Philippines so that foreign divorce decree can acquire judicial confirmation in the Philippines by filing the proper civil action at the Philippine Regional Trial Court.
   • The divorce decree must be proven in court. Proof of its authenticity and due execution must be presented.
   • The court decision shall be registered in the Local Civil Registry Office.
   • The registered document shall be submitted to the Local Civil Registrar where the affected civil registry documents (birth, marriages, etc.) are registered.
   • The decision of the Philippine Court is the basis for the annotation of the divorce decree issued by the Foreign Court to be placed in the National Statistics Office (NSO) / Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) Marriage Certificate.

XIV. Marriage License (Legal Capacity to Contract Marriage/LCCM) for Filipino who will marry a Foreigner

Filipinos applying for a Legal Capacity to Marry a Foreigner or Report of Marriage to a Foreigner are required to watch a short video presentation on the situation of Filipino spouses in South Korea. The video discusses life in South Korea and lasts for only twenty (20) minutes.

Those who need to secure a marriage license must undergo marriage counseling which is conducted for free at the Embassy every Sunday (9:00 am -4:00 pm), Monday and Thursday (9:00 am - 3:00 pm).

After step 1, duration may vary depending on the applicant's concern.

STEP	CLIENT	SERVICE PROVIDER	DURATION	PERSON IN-CHARGE	FEE
1	For the Filipino applicant: Submit pertinent requirements (bring originals and one photocopy) for evaluation such as: DFA-authenticated NSO Birth Certificate DFA-authenticated CENOMAR from NSO Passport * Data for names of the Filipino and his/her parents, birthdates, and birthplaces should match in all three documents Additional Requirements: * If divorced from former marriage, present DFA-authenticated NSO Marriage certificate with annotation on the side stating recognition of divorce by Philippine courts; * If widow/widower, present DFA-authenticated NSO Death certificate of spouse and DFA-authenticated marriage certificate with former spouse * If prior marriage was annulled in the Philippines, present DFA-authenticated NSO Marriage certificate with annotation stating details of annulment * For applicants 18-20 years old, submit notarized Affidavit of Parental Consent for Marriage * For applicants 2l-25 years old, submit notarized Affidavit of Parental Advise for Marriage, Fill-up affidavit of eligibility to contract marriage Fill-up Application form for LCCM For the foreign national: Present Passport and one photocopy Korean Certificate of Marriage Relation (Honin Jungmyeongso) with English translation If a former Filipino who has an existing marriage recorded in the (NSO) Philippines, present DFA-Authenticated NSO Marriage certificate with annotation on the side stating that previous marriage has been annulled or that divorce obtained in another country has been recognized; If previously married to a Filipino national, present DFA-Authenticated NSO Marriage certificate with annotation on the side stating that previous marriage has been annulled or that divorce obtained in another country has been recognized; and If previously married to non-Filipinos, present Judicial Decree of Absolute Divorce authenticated by ROK's MOFA or the Embassy of the country where the divorce was processed.	Obtains LCCM application form, Affidavit for LCCM & advices applicant to fully accomplish the application form. Evaluates completeness & authenticity of documents submitted; verifies documents if there is reasonable doubt. Advices applicant and fianc?e that they will need to watch Embassy video marriages between Filipino and foreigner If applicant wants to receive document by delivery, Consular assistant asks applicant to fill-up delivery form properly. Advices applicant to proceed to payment.	12 mins	Consular Assistant	n/a
2	Pay appropriate fees.	Accepts payment and issues official receipt	3 mins	Collecting Officer	US$ 50 or KRW 67,100
3	Shows receipt to Consular Assistant Leaves Embassy and waits for issuance of license.	Advices applicant that LCCM can be claimed after 3 working days; if for delivery, add another 1-2 days. Also advises applicant that he/she will need to come back to the Embassy to make a Report of Marriage.	3 mins
		Prepares marriage licences;	(2 mins)	Consular Assistant
		Checks forms and supporting documents; Signs the documents including the marriage licenses.	(3 mins)	Signing Officer
4	If document is to be claimed in person or through representative, present receipt (with authorization letter if through representative) If document is to be delivered, applicant waits for delivery of new passport	Consular assistant locates document and releases it to applicant Or Consular assistant mails document for delivery to applicant	3 mins	Consular Assistant

Duration: 21 minutes (time duration in the queue and filling-up of forms is not included)

XV. Notarials and Authentications

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND NOTARIALS (only for Filipino nationals):

Requirements:

1. Personal Appearance;
2. Duly accomplished Acknowledgement and Notarial forms (may be downloaded from http://philembassy-seoul.com/forms.asp)
3. Original and photocopy of valid Philippine Passport; for dual citizens, original and photocopy of Identification Certificate issued by the Philippine Embassy or Philippine Bureau of Immigration
4. Payment of KRW 33,550 or USD 25 per document

NOTE: Documents are released after three (3) working days. For one-day processing, an additional fee of KRW 13,420 per document will be collected.

DOCUMENTS ISSUED IN THE PHILIPPINES TO BE USED IN KOREA:

Starting 14 May 2019, the Philippine government implemented the issuance of Apostille Certificates as proof of authentication of documents to be used in Apostille Countries, including Korea.

This means that the Embassy no longer issues a "red ribbon" as proof of authentication of Philippines-issued documents. Instead, applicants need to apply for the Apostille Certificate in the Philippines.

Applicants may apply for the Apostille Certificates at the following DFA branches:

DFA Office of Consular Affairs Authentication Division ASEANA Business Park, Macapagal Avenue corner Bradco Avenue, Paranaque City Contact numbers: (02) 737 - 1000

DFA NCR-Northeast (Ali Mall) address: Level 2 Ali Mall Araneta Center, Cubao, Quezon City Contact numbers: (02) 293 - 0105 | (02) 293 - 0748 Email address: [email protected]@dfa.gov.ph

DFA NCR-East (SM Megamall) Level 7 SM Megamall Building C, EDSA corner Julia Vargas Avenue, Mandaluyong City Contact number: (02) 570 - 3230 Email address: [email protected]

DFA NCR-West (SM Manila) Level 5 SM City Manila, Concepcion Street corner Arroceros and Marcelino Streets, Ermita, Manila Contact number: (02) 536 - 9994 Email address: [email protected]

DFA Pampanga (Robinsons StarMill) Level 2 Robinsons StarMill, San Fernando City, Pampanga Contact number: (045) 636 - 0007 Email address: [email protected] | [email protected]

DFA Davao (SM Davao) 3rd Floor, SM City-Davao, Quimpo Blvd, Ecoland Subdivision, Baranggay Matina, Davao City 8000 Contact numbers: (082) 285-4885 | (082) 285 - 1900 Email address: [email protected]

DFA Cebu (Pacific Mall - Metro Mandaue) 4th Floor Pacific Mall Metro Mandaue, UN Avenue corner MC, Briones Street, Barangay Estancia, Mandaue City Contact number: (082) 520-5898 | (082) 520-6551 Email address: [email protected] | [email protected] | [email protected]

Apostille fee is PhP100 (regular processing) and PhP200 (expedited processing) per document

Apostille certificates may be applied for the following documents:

• NBI Clearance
• Police Clearance
• Barangay Certification with Mayor's Certification
• Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) -issued documents on security paper (e.g. birth certificate, marriage certificate, certificate of no marriage)
• Affidavits with Regional Trial Court Certification
• Notarized Documents with Regional Trial Court Certification
• Medical Certifications authenticated by the Department of Health
• Professional Regulation Commission documents
• Land Transportation Office (LTO) License Certification issued by LTO main office only
• School Records (transcript of records, diploma, Form 137, etc.) with a Certificate of Authentication and Verification (CAV) from the Commission on Higher Education, Technical Education and Skills Development Authority or Department of Education
• School Records with a Certificate of Authentication and Verification (CAV) issued by a State College or State University
• And other documents issued in the Philippines

NOTE: Apostille certificates may be issued through by an authorized representative in the Philippines bearing a Special Power of Attorney (SPA) signed by the principal. Principals based in South Korea must personally execute the SPA in the Philippine Embassy.

DOCUMENTS ISSUED IN KOREA TO BE USED IN THE PHILIPPINES:

Documents issued in Korea for use in the Philippines need to bear South Korea's Apostille certification/sticker. Please visit Korea's e-Apostille certification website for information.

AFFIDAVIT OF PARENTAL CONSENT FOR TRAVEL OF MINOR (for minors traveling from Korea to the Philippines):

Requirements:

1. Personal appearance of any of the Filipino parent (for married parents) or both parents (if not married), and the traveling companion (for interview by the Social Welfare Attach?)
2. Duly accomplished Affidavit of Parental Consent form
3. Photocopy of valid passport of the parent(s) and the traveling companion
4. Photocopy of the birth certificate of the child
5. Photocopy of the passport of the child (if available);
6. Payment of KRW 33,550 or USD 25

NOTE: Documents are released after three (3) working days. For one-day processing, an additional fee of KRW 13,420 per document will be collected.

PETS ENTERING THE PHILIPPINES:

Those who wish to bring their pets from South Korea to the Philippines must first get an IMPORT PERMIT from the Bureau of Animal Industry.

Notary services are available for Filipino nationals only. A photocopy of the first and last pages of the passport is required alongside the document to be notarized. Take note that only affidavits and special powers of attorney can be notarized. For details, please call (+82) (2) 796-7387, ext. 106 or 108.

For documents in Korea that need to be authenticated, a translated copy in English notarized by a Korean lawyer and authenticated by Korea's MOFAT is necessary plus one photocopy of each document. The officer from MOFAT's signature, which attests to the contents of the document, is what the Embassy will authenticate. For details, please call (+82) (2) 796-7387.

1. IMPORT PERMIT from the Bureau of Animal Industry located at:
   
   Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI)
   Animal Health Division
   Visayas Avenue
   Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines
   Tel. No: +632 925-4343 / 928-1778 / 928-2836
   Fax No: +632 926-6866 / 928-2177
   Email: [email protected]
   
   You may download the Application for Import of Pets from: http://www.bai.da.gov.ph/index.php/2015-03-11-08-10-55/downloads/category/99-services-form
2. HEALTH CERTIFICATE issued by a duly licensed veterinarian dated not more than 30 days before arrival in the Philippines. It should certify that the animal is free from, and has not been recently exposed to, any dangerous or communicable disease, and that it has been given anti-rabies and other required inoculations.
3. The Health Certificate should be notarized by a Korean Notary Public and authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Korea before you present to the Philippine Embassy for authentication. Fee is KRW 33,550 or USD 25 to be released after three (3) working days. You may request for earlier release for an additional payment of KRW 13,420 to be released on the next working day

NOTE: Please take note that airlines may have additional requirements.

TRAVEL TAX EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE:

Requirements:

1. Personal Appearance
2. Original and photocopy of valid Philippine Passport of applicant
3. Original and photocopy of valid Alien Registration Card from Korea of applicant

EMBASSY ID:

Requirements:

1. Personal Appearance;
2. Valid Philippine Passport;
3. Photocopy of Philippine Passport;
4. Two (2) pieces 1" x 1" ID picture
5. Registration Form

NOTE: Registration of Embassy ID is FREE and are released after three (3) working days.

CERTIFICATION OF PHILIPPINE DRIVER’S LICENSE:

FOR FILIPINO NATIONALS

Requirements:

1. Personal Appearance
2. DFA-Authenticated Certification from LTO
3. Original and photocopy of valid Philippine Driver’s License
4. Original and photocopy of valid Alien Registration Card (ARC) from Korea
5. SOFA Visa (for US Military Spouse only)
6. Original and photocopy of valid Philippine Passport
7. Copy of passport page showing Philippine Immigration stamps (showing entry into, and exit from, the Philippines during dates of renewal of license)
8. Payment of KRW 33,550 or USD 25

NOTE: Expired driver’s license can only be renewed at any LTO branches in the Philippines NOT at the Philippine Embassy. Certification is released after three (3) working days. For one-day processing, an additional fee of KRW 13,420 per document will be collected.

FOR NON-FILIPINO NATIONALS

Requirements:

1. Personal Appearance
2. DFA-Authenticated Certification from LTO
3. Original and photocopy of valid Philippine Driver’s License
4. Original and photocopy of valid Passport
5. Copy of passport page showing Philippine Immigration stamps (showing entry into, and exit from, the Philippines during dates of renewal of license)
6. Payment of KRW 33,550 or USD 25

NOTE: Expired driver’s license can only be renewed at any LTO branches in the Philippines NOT at the Philippine Embassy. Certification is released after three (3) working days. For one-day processing, an additional fee of KRW 13,420 per document will be collected.

NBI CARD FINGERPRINTING:

The NBI form is not a consular document. However, the Philippine Embassy assists Filipinos who are applying for NBI clearance in terms of fingerprinting on the card form. Upon completion of the requirements below, the applicant must send the form, together with an authorization letter, to his/her authorized representative in the Philippines, who will process the clearance with the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on your behalf.

FOR FILIPINO NATIONALS

Requirements:

1. Personal Appearance
2. Original and photocopy of Valid Philippine Passport
3. One (1) piece 2” x 2” sized ID picture with white background
4. Payment of KRW 33,550 or USD 25;

FOR NON-FILIPINO NATIONALS

Requirements:

1. Personal Appearance
2. Original and photocopy of Valid Passport
3. One (1) piece 2” x 2” sized ID picture with white background
4. Payment of KRW 33,550 or USD 25

XVI. Special Power-of-Attorneys, Affidavits, Acknowledgements, and other Notarial Services for Filipino Nationals

After step 1, duration may vary depending on the applicant's / employer's concern.

STEP	CLIENT	SERVICE PROVIDER	DURATION	PERSON IN-CHARGE	FEE
1	Fill-up appropriate form; Submit together with valid Passport and photocopies of one set of document and passport	Checks application form if properly filled out; evaluates completeness of documents submitted. If applicant wants to receive document by delivery, Consular assistant asks applicant to fill-up delivery form properly. Advices applicant to proceed to payment.	5 mins	Consular Assistant	n/a
2	Pay appropriate notarial fees	Accepts payment and issues official receipts	3 mins	Collecting Officer	US$ 25 or KRW 33,550 plus (optional) US$10 or KRW 13420 expedite fee
3	Submit the duplicate & original copy of documents Leaves Embassy and waits for release of document	Accepts documents; Advices applicant that document will be released after 3 working days (if expedited, after 1 day); if for delivery, add another 1-2 days.	3 mins	Consular Assistant	n/a
		Prepares the document and affixes the Embassy seal and red ribbon;	(3 mins)	Consular Assistant
		Signing of the document	(1 mins)	Signing Officer
4	If document is to be claimed in person, present receipt (if through representative, present receipt with authorization note at the back); If document is to be delivered, applicant waits for delivery of document	Consular assistant locates document and releases it to applicant Or Consular assistant mails document for delivery to applicant	3 minutes	Consular Assistant

Duration: 14 minutes (time duration in the queue is not included)

Please submit the accomplished application form (download form). The sample Special Power of Attorney may serve as a guide. (download sample)

XVII. Affidavit of Parental Consent Allowing Child in Korea to Travel to Philippines not accompanied by either Parent

If one or both parents are Filipino

1. Personal appearance of Filipino parent/s and travel companion at the Philippine Embassy for interview by Social Welfare Attache (DSWD).
2. Fully accomplished "Affidavit of Parental Consent" form by both parents (available at the Embassy).
3. Original and 1 photocopy of the child's NSO birth certificate or Report of Birth from the Philippine Embassy.
4. Original and 1 photocopy of each of the passports of parents, child, and travel companion.
5. Pay fee of KRW 33,550 or US$ 25.

If both parents are Korean

1. Submit fully accomplished "Affidavit of Parental Consent" form which should already be notarized by a Korean notary public, and subsequently authenticated by the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs plus one photocopy
2. Pay for authentication of the document with fee of KRW 33,550 or US$ 25.

XVIII. Certification of Philippine Driver's License

• Accomplished application form (download form).
• DFA Authenticated Certification from the Land Transportation Office (LTO), Department of Transportation and Communications, confirming the validity of the said license
• Original and copy of the Philippine driver's license
• Original and photocopy of valid Alien Registration Card
• Presentation of a valid Philippine Passport and submission of photocopy of data page and passport pages containing Philippine immigration stamps showing entry into, and exit from, the Philippines during dates when driver’s license was renewed in the Philippines
• Presentation of a valid Philippine Passport and submission of a photocopy
• Personal appearance of the applicant and payment of certification fee
• Verification process will take three (3) working days from application date

XIX. Renunciation of Philippine Citizenship

• Valid passport
• Approval letter from the Korean Immigration Office
• Family census registry (Hojugdungbon)
• Marriage Certificate
• Birth certificate
• Accomplished form on Declaration of Renunciation of Philippine Citizenship
• not applicable for adopted, or adoption of, Filipino children by Korean/s without the amended NSO Birth certificate duly-authenticated by DFA reflecting adoptive parents as parents of the child (please click this link to know more about adoption).

XX. Application for Dual Citizenship

PHILIPPINE CITIZENSHIP RETENTION AND RE-ACQUISITION
(R.A. 9225)

Please contact 02-796-7387 extension 108
or [email protected]bassy-seoul.com for an appointment.

Requirements:

For natural born Filipino citizens:

1. Application for Retention or Re-acquisition of Philippine citizenship
2. Petition for Retention and Reacquisition of Philippine citizenship
3. Six (6) pcs. of 2x2 colored pictures (Front) over white background
4. One (1) pc. of 2x2 colored pictures (Left side view) over white background
5. One (1) pc. of 2x2 colored pictures (Right side view) over white background
6. Oath of Renunciation of Philippine citizenship
7. The original and three (3) photocopies of each of the following documents:
   • NSO Birth Certificate
   • NSO Marriage Certificate / Copy of Report of Marriage notarized by the Consul of the Philippine Embassy-Seoul Old Philippine passport
   • English translation of the Certificate of Naturalization or Basic Certificate (kibunjeungmyeongso) indicating the complete record of the former Filipino citizen: date of acquisition of the foreign citizenship and record of name change (if availed in Korea)
   • Foreign issued passport
   • National ID
8. Family Registry (Kajeokgwangyejeungmyeongso) in English

For Bureau of Immigration registered applicants:

1. Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR)
2. Immigrant Certificate of Residence (ICR)

For children born with former Filipino parent/s:

1. Application Form
2. Six (6) pcs. of 2x2 colored pictures (Front) over white background
3. One (1) pc. of 2x2 colored pictures (Left side view) over white background
4. One (1) pc. of 2x2 colored pictures (Right side view) over white background
5. The original and three (3) photocopies of each of the following documents:
   • English Birth Certificate of the child from the hospital
   • Foreign passport
   • Apply for a Report of Birth (requirements may be found here)

Fee for the principal applicant: Krw67,100 / 50USD
Fee for each dependent / derivative applicant: Krw33,550 / 25USD

(Additional fees apply for Report of Birth and ePassport/Travel Document application)

Upon receipt of the Order of Approval, Identification Certificate and Oath of Allegiance, the principal applicant may schedule an appointment for the application of an ePassport at the Embassy.

For derivative applicants, they may only apply for a Philippine passport after the parent and the child successfully applied for the R.A.9225 and register the birth of the child at the Embassy.

Download the forms here.

XXI. Assistance to Nationals

Filipinos in South Korea can also file a petition for the correction of a clerical error or the change of first name in Reports of Birth, Marriage or Death. Please call the Philippine Embassy Consular Section at telephone no. (02) 796-7387 Extension 105 or email [email protected]

Click here if you want to know more about adopting a Filipino child.

• Assistance to Nationals cases (download form)

XXII. NBI Clearance

• Copy of passport data page;
• One (1) color photo (size: 2" x 2"), taken within the last three months, white background;
• Original NSO Marriage Certificate (For married Filipina applicants who have changed their surname only)

XXIII.Adoption

• Click here if you want to know more about adopting a Filipino child.

XXIV. Pets Entering the Philippines

Those who wish to bring their pets from South Korea to the Philippines must first get an Import Permit from the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI).

Please contact the BAI directly and give the following initial information:

• Name of importer / owner
• Address in South Korea
• Full contact information (email, fax, mobile phone, landline, etc.)
• Expected date of arrival in the Philippines
• Information about the pet, including its breed, age and sex
• Number of animals

The BAI may be reached through the following:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: http://www.bai.ph/

The BAI will reply with details about the Import Permit, including the complete list of requirements. Included in the requirements is a HEALTH CERTIFICATE issued by a duly licensed veterinarian dated not more than 30 days before arrival in the Philippines. It should certify that the animal is free from, and has not been recently exposed to, any dangerous or communicable disease, and that it has been given anti-rabies and other required inoculations.

The health certificate should be authenticated by the Philippine Embassy in South Korea. For faster processing, please ensure that the health certificate is in English and that it is notarized. If the health certificate is in Korean, two acts of notarization will be required: one for the Korean health certificate and another for the attestation of accuracy of translation, which must include information that the original health certificate in Korean has been notarized.

XXV. Travel Tax Exemption Certificate

After step 1, duration may vary depending on the applicant's concern

STEP	CLIENT	SERVICE PROVIDER	DURATION	PERSON IN-CHARGE	FEE
1	Submit pertinent requirements for evaluation plus one set of photocopies: Passports Applicants from religious orgs. / missionaries shall submit certificate of their assignment issued by their Superior; Dependents shall present original & photocopy of their residence cards Leaves Embassy and waits for release of document	Interviews applicant. Evaluates completeness & authenticity of documents submitted; verifies documents if there is reasonable doubt. If applicant wants to receive document by delivery, Consular assistant asks applicant to fill-up delivery form properly. Advices applicant that document will be released after 3 working days; if for delivery, add another 1-2 days. Consular assistant prepares the document.	12 mins	Consular Assistant	n/a
2	If document is to be claimed in person, present receipt (if through representative, present receipt with authorization note at the back); If document is to be delivered, applicant waits for delivery of document	Consular assistant locates document and releases it to applicant Or Consular assistant mails document for delivery to applicant	3 minutes	Consular Assistant

Duration: 15 minutes (time duration in the queue is not included)