Passport Application Philippines 2026: New Passport
Quick answer
A first Philippine passport costs PHP 950 (regular) or PHP 1,200 (expedited). Book a free slot at passport.gov.ph, then appear in person with your PSA birth certificate and one valid ID, each with a photocopy. In Metro Manila the standard release time is 10 working days (regular) or 5 (expedited). For now, the DFA warns it may take 10 to 15 working days.
What are the requirements?
- Confirmed online appointment and the accomplished application form.
- PSA birth certificate on security paper, original + photocopy. Bring the local civil registrar copy if the PSA copy is hard to read.Original + photocopy
- One valid ID from the DFA list, original + photocopy, such as a PhilID or ePhilID, UMID, driver's license, PRC ID or postal ID. The passport requirements page has the full list.Original + photocopy
- Married women using their husband's surname: PSA marriage certificate, original + photocopy.Original + photocopy
- Late-registered birth certificate: one more primary ID, or two of these: NBI clearance (valid or expired), school records (Form 137, transcript or diploma), service record for government workers, or PhilHealth Member Data Record.
- Errors in your PSA birth certificate: an annotated PSA copy showing the correction.
Pag-IBIG, TIN and PhilHealth IDs are not accepted.
How much does it cost?
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Regular processing | PHP 950 | 10 working days in Metro Manila, 12 elsewhere |
| Expedited processing | PHP 1,200 | 5 working days in Metro Manila, 7 elsewhere |
| Appointment booking | PHP 0 | Only through passport.gov.ph |
Courier delivery is optional and paid to a DFA-accredited courier, not to the DFA.
How do you apply, step by step?
Online
1. Go to passport.gov.ph and start an individual appointment
Our DFA appointment guide and booking walkthrough show each screen.
2. Choose a DFA office, a date and a time
3. Fill in the application form with the exact data on your PSA birth certificate
4. Choose regular or expedited and pay
The slot is confirmed only after payment; see how to pay the DFA passport fee.
5. Print the confirmation and application form
Walk-in
Only Special Lane (courtesy lane) applicants may walk in, Monday to Friday. The DFA lists senior citizens, PWDs, pregnant women, solo parents, minors 7 and below with a parent, overseas Filipinos, and emergency cases. Bring proof of your category. Walk-ins other than seniors and PWDs pay the expedited fee.
On your appointment day
1. Arrive no earlier than 30 minutes before your slot
2. Remove earrings, necklaces and colored contact lenses before the photo
3. Pass document screening
4. Have your photo, fingerprints and signature taken
5. Check your data on the screen before you confirm
6. Choose courier delivery or pickup, and keep the receipt for release
How long does it take?
- Regular: 10 working days in Metro Manila, 12 at other consular offices.
- Expedited: 5 working days in Metro Manila, 7 at other consular offices.
- Printing delays: the DFA has advised that new passports may take 10 to 15 working days until further notice.
- These times do not include courier delivery.
- Validity: 10 years if you are 18 or older, 5 years if under 18 (RA 11983, Sec. 12).
Where do you apply?
At a DFA consular office or temporary off-site passport service (TOPS) you choose when booking. Find a DFA consular office near you.
- Apply on the official website: https://passport.gov.ph/
- Find DFA offices
What are the common problems and how do you fix them?
PSA birth certificate has errors
Correct it first at your local civil registrar and bring the annotated PSA copy.
No appointment slots
New slots open at 12 noon and 9 p.m., Monday to Saturday. Do not pay fixers.
Your ID is not accepted
Pag-IBIG, TIN and PhilHealth IDs do not count. Bring an ID from the DFA list.
Passport not ready on the release date
The date on your slip is tentative. Call the passport releasing hotline, 0939-320-0569.
Name or birth date differs between ID and PSA
The DFA follows the PSA record. Correct your ID first.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a new passport in the Philippines in 2026?
PHP 950 for regular and PHP 1,200 for expedited processing. Courier delivery is extra.
What do I need for a first-time passport?
A confirmed appointment, the application form, your PSA birth certificate and one valid ID from the DFA list, all with photocopies.
How long does it take to get a new passport?
The standard is 10 working days regular or 5 expedited in Metro Manila. Due to printing delays, the DFA says it may take 10 to 15 working days for now.
What if I have no valid ID?
The DFA accepts only IDs on its list. Get one first, such as a PhilID or ePhilID from PhilSys, before you book.
Can a minor get a passport?
Yes. The minor appears with a parent or authorized adult, and brings a PSA birth certificate and the valid IDs of both. A minor's passport is valid for 5 years.
How long is a Philippine passport valid?
10 years for applicants 18 and older, and 5 years for those under 18, under RA 11983.
Can I walk in at the DFA without an appointment?
Only through the Special Lane, for seniors, PWDs, pregnant women, solo parents, young children, overseas Filipinos and emergency cases.
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