Philippine Passport Application Form Instructions and Requirements

Submit the completed Passport Application Form along with required documents during your confirmed appointment at the nearest DFA office. You can book your appointment online at www.passport.gov.ph. Ensure all information is accurate and documents are complete to avoid delays.

Key dates for passport application appointments and processing in 2024 and 2025 may vary based on DFA release schedules and specific regional office times.

The purpose of the Philippine Passport Application Form is to provide Filipino citizens with a means to obtain, renew, or replace their passports for international travel. The form captures essential personal information and required documentation to verify the applicant's identity and citizenship status. Ensuring proper completion and submission of the form helps streamline the passport issuance process, complying with legal requirements and enhancing the security of travel documents.

• 1. Last Name / APELYIDO: Enter your family/surname as it appears on your birth certificate or other legal documents.
• 2. First Name / PANGALAN (Jr./II/III): Enter your given name along with any suffixes if applicable.
• 3. Middle Name / GITNANG PANGALAN: Provide your middle name as officially recorded.
• 4. Date of Birth / PETSA NG KAPANGANAKAN: Indicate your birthdate in the format Month, Day, Year (e.g., March 8, 2010).
• 5. Place of Birth / POOK NG KAPANGANAKAN: State the location where you were born.
• 6. Civil Status: Select your current marital status from options such as Single, Married, Widow/er, or Legally Separated.
• 7. Gender / KASARIAN: Indicate your gender, either Male or Female.
• 8. Complete Address: Enter your present residential address.
• 9. Present Occupation: State your current job or occupation.
• 10. Work Address: Provide the address of your workplace.
• 11. E-mail Address: Enter your active email address for correspondence.
• 12. Contact Numbers: Provide your telephone and mobile numbers for contact purposes.
• 13. Name of Wife / Husband: State the full name of your spouse, if applicable.
• 14. Name of Father: Enter your father's full name.
• 15. Maiden/Single name of Mother: Provide your mother's maiden or single name.
• 16. Citizenship Acquired By: Select how you acquired your citizenship: Birth, Election, Marriage, Naturalization, R.A. 9225, or Others.
• 17. Are you a holder of a foreign passport?: Indicate whether you possess a foreign passport and specify the country if applicable.
• 18. Have you ever been issued a Philippine Passport?: State if you have previously been issued a Philippine passport, including the passport number, date of issue, and place of issue.
• 19. For applicants below 18 years old ONLY: Provide the name, relationship, and contact number of the minor's traveling companion.
• 20. Signature of Applicant or Legal Guardian: Sign the form, or have your legal guardian sign if you are a minor applicant.
• 21. For Use of the Department of Foreign Affairs Only: Reserved section for processing remarks, encoder, processor, signing officer signatures, and other DFA staff use.

Failure to submit the application form correctly may result in delays or denial of your passport application. It is crucial to adhere to the guidelines and provide accurate information to avoid any setbacks.

• Delayed Processing: Incomplete or inaccurate forms may lead to extended processing times.
• Application Denial: Providing false information or insufficient documentation may result in your application being denied.
• Legal Consequences: Falsifying information on your application can lead to legal action under R.A. 8239.

• 1. New Passport Application: For individuals applying for their first Philippine passport.
• 2. Renewal Application: For individuals renewing their expired or expiring passports.
• 3. Replacement Application: For individuals replacing lost, damaged, or mutilated passports.
• 4. Minor's Passport Application: For minor applicants below 18 years old requiring a passport.
• 5. Name Change Update: For married women and others updating their names on their passports.