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First Philippine passport — adult · Adult first application in the Philippines

For applicants aged 18+ applying in the Philippines with a regular birth and identity record. Children, citizenship issues and corrected records have additional requirements.

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Steps

  1. Check the documents before booking

    Check that your birth record and ID details agree; arrange missing PSA documents first.

  2. Choose a DFA office and appointment

    Select office, date and processing option at passport.gov.ph/appointment.

  3. Pay using the emailed reference

    Follow the deadline in the payment email and keep the receipt.

  4. Print the confirmed packet

    After payment, print the confirmed appointment and completed application on A4 paper.

  5. Attend document checking and biometrics

    Appear personally at the office on your booking; bring originals and photocopies.

  6. Collect and inspect the passport

    Follow the release date on your receipt; check the printed details. Delivery adds time.

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Requirements & Costs

Read the full service guide for case-specific documents, fees and official references.

Guide & requirements →

Official sources

DFA adult new core requirements ↗

DFA embassy cross-check of adult core documents ↗

Domestic fees and processing ↗

Appointment and payment sequence ↗

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