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Following are the basic services issued by the Consular Section along with the requirements. The ePassport will be released four (4) to six (6) weeks from the date of application. Other documents are generally released after three (3) working days, except visas which may be released after ten (10) working days during the South Korean summer and winter breaks.
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
Requirements:
If Applicable:
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:
Requirements:
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):
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:
NOTE: The Minor¡¯s Filipino Parent should sign the E-Passport Application Form
PASSPORT AMENDMENTS:
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
* 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
SUSPENDED APPLICATION DUE TO UNDECLARED LOST PASSPORT
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:
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:
TRAVEL DOCUMENT FOR INFANTS WITH NO PASSPORT:
Requirements:
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:
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):
* 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)
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).
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:
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
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.
The following minimum requirements apply:
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:
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:
* 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:
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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).
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
Procedure:
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:
* 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)
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND NOTARIALS (only for Filipino nationals):
Requirements:
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.
AUTHENTICATION OF DOCUMENTS ISSUED IN KOREA:
Requirements:
NOTE: The Embassy of the Philippines accepts authentication applications in the morning from 9:00 AM to 12:00 NN ONLY. Releasing of documents starts at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Documents are released after three (3) working days. For one-day processing, an additional fee of KRW 13,420 per document will be collected.
AUTHENTICATION OF DOCUMENTS ISSUED IN THE PHILIPPINES TO BE USED IN KOREA:
Documents issued in the Philippines for use in Korea must go through the following procedures in consecutive order:
DFA authentication services are provided at the following locations, all in Metro Manila:
DFA Office of Consular Affairs Authentication Division address: ASEANA Business Park, Macapagal Avenue corner Bradco Avenue, Paranaque City |
DFA NCR-Northeast (Ali Mall) address: Level 2 Ali Mall Araneta Center, Cubao, Quezon City |
DFA NCR-East (SM Megamall) Level 7 SM Megamall Building C, EDSA corner Julia Vargas Avenue, Mandaluyong City |
DFA NCR-West (SM Manila) Level 5 SM City Manila, Concepcion Street corner Arroceros and Marcelino Streets, Ermita, Manila |
DFA NCR-South (Metro Gaisano Alabang) Level 4 Metro Alabang Town Center, Madrigal Avenue corner Alabang-Zapote Road, Muntinlupa City |
DFA Pampanga (Robinsons StarMill) Level 2 Robinsons StarMill, San Fernando City, Pampanga |
The following documents can be authenticated at the above mentioned Satellite and Reginal Consular Offices:
NOTE: Documents may be submitted for authentication by an authorized representative in the Philippines. The authorized representative must have a valid identification and must present the following: 1. Signed authorization letter or Special Power of Attorney from the applicant; 2.Photocopy of applicant¡¯s identification bearing the applicant¡¯s signature, and; 3.Photocopy of the authorized representative¡¯s identification.
AFFIDAVIT OF PARENTAL CONSENT FOR TRAVEL OF MINOR (for minors traveling from Korea to the Philippines):
Requirements:
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.
NOTE: Please take note that airlines may have additional requirements.
TRAVEL TAX EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE:
Requirements:
EMBASSY ID:
Requirements:
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:
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:
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:
FOR NON-FILIPINO NATIONALS
Requirements:
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)
If one or both parents are Filipino
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.
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:
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)