NBI Clearance: Applying from abroad

Steps

Choose the official overseas application route
Consult the NBI Mailed Clearance Section instructions and your Philippine embassy/consulate.
Obtain Form No. 5 and required fingerprint evidence
Follow the official certification and applicant document rules.
Confirm the payment, courier and representative conditions
Overseas routes have different fees and supporting documents; use the assessed route.
Send or submit through the official channel
Keep the courier/reference and any required authorization evidence.
Track issuance and verify the received clearance
Delivery and additional record review are separate from processing time.

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