Filipinos in Italy 2026: Embassy, Consulate and MWO
Quick answer
Italy has two Philippine posts. The Consulate General in Milan serves the eight northern regions. The Embassy in Rome serves the rest of Italy. A passport renewal costs EUR 60 at both the Embassy in Rome and the Consulate General in Milan, paid in cash. Work matters, like contracts, the OEC and OWWA, go to the Migrant Workers Office (MWO) in Rome or Milan.
Which post covers your region
| Post | Regions it serves |
|---|---|
| Philippine Consulate General in Milan | Lombardia, Piemonte, Liguria, Veneto, Emilia-Romagna, Trentino-Alto Adige, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Valle d'Aosta |
| Philippine Embassy in Rome | All other regions, including Lazio, Toscana, Campania, Sicilia and Sardegna |
MWO Rome covers Abruzzo, Basilicata, Calabria, Campania, Lazio, Marche, Molise, Puglia, Sardegna, Sicilia, Toscana and Umbria. It also covers Malta, San Marino and Albania. MWO Milan works from the Consulate General in Milan.
What are the requirements?
- Your latest Philippine passport, even if it has expired.
- Your permesso di soggiorno or carta d'identità, with a back-to-back photocopy. Both posts ask for it.
- PSA certificates if your name or civil status changed.
- Cash in euros. The Embassy in Rome takes cash only.
How do you apply, step by step?
1. Check the table above to find your post
2. Book a slot
Rome uses passport.gov.ph for passports and romepe.timetap.com for notarial work. Milan books by email and through its Facebook page.
3. Bring originals and photocopies
Milan will not process an application with missing papers.
4. Pay the fee and keep the official receipt
You need it to claim your passport.
Services at the posts
- Passport renewal, new passports and lost passport replacement.
- Report of birth, marriage and death.
- Notarial services: affidavits, special power of attorney, certifications.
- Dual citizenship under RA 9225.
- NBI clearance fingerprinting.
- Help for Filipinos in distress.
The Embassy in Rome also runs consular outreach missions in other Italian cities, and in Malta and Albania. Dates and booking lists are posted under Advisories on its website.
Local OFW resources
- MWO Rome: contract verification, OEC help and OWWA membership. It shares the Embassy address at Via Aurelia 290-A. Book at polorome.com.
- MWO Milan: at the Consulate General. It handles contract verification, OEC and Travel Pass, and cases of illegal recruitment or fraud. OFW welfare line: +39 375 657 2333.
- OWWA Milan: +39 02 6680 5954, hotline +39 375 676 2592.
- SSS and Pag-IBIG in Milan: SSS +39 02 4351 1953, Pag-IBIG +39 02 4351 0205.
Offered a job in Italy through an agency in the Philippines? Check the agency on the DMW list before you pay anything.
Going home for good
Before you leave Italy for good, settle your SSS, Pag-IBIG and OWWA records. See SSS for OFWs, Pag-IBIG for OFWs and OWWA membership and benefits.
How much does it cost?
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Passport renewal, Rome | EUR 60 | Cash only |
| Passport renewal, Milan | EUR 60 | |
| Lost ePassport, Rome | EUR 150 | Plus EUR 25 for the affidavit of loss |
| Lost ePassport, Milan | EUR 150 | Plus EUR 25 for the affidavit |
| Notarial document, Rome | EUR 25 | Per document; EUR 11 more for same-day release |
How long does it take?
- Passport from Rome: usually 4 to 6 weeks. Passports are printed in the Philippines.
- Lost valid passport in Milan: a 15-day clearance period comes before your photo and fingerprints are taken.
Where do you apply?
- Philippine Embassy in Rome: Via Aurelia 290/A, 00165 Rome. Open Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., except Philippine and Italian holidays. Phone +39 06 397 46621 or +39 333 243 3958. Emergency line for death, repatriation and travel documents: +39 334 658 2118.
- Philippine Consulate General in Milan: Viale Stelvio 71 – Via Bernina 18, 20159 Milan. Open Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Phone +39 02 6682 5232. Emergency (mobile and WhatsApp): +39 388 093 3822. Nearest metro: M3 Maciachini.
Recruitment agencies with approved job orders for Italy (DMW list)
Frequently asked questions
Should I go to Rome or Milan?
Go to Milan if you live in Lombardia, Piemonte, Liguria, Veneto, Emilia-Romagna, Trentino-Alto Adige, Friuli-Venezia Giulia or Valle d'Aosta. Everyone else goes to the Embassy in Rome.
Is the passport fee the same in Rome and Milan?
Yes. Both posts charge EUR 60 for an adult renewal, the Eurozone rate since 1 September 2024. Check your post's page before you go.
Can I pay by card at the Embassy in Rome?
No. The Embassy in Rome accepts cash only, and payments are not refunded.
Where do I get help with an employer problem in Italy?
Contact MWO Rome if you live in central or southern Italy, or MWO Milan if you live in the north. Both handle contract and employment concerns.
What should I do in an emergency?
Call the Italian emergency number first. Then call the Embassy line (+39 334 658 2118) or the Milan emergency line (+39 388 093 3822).
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