Getting a passport renewed is critical for every expatriate and anyone who needs to travel overseas.

Here, we break down what Filipino residents need to do to get their existing or old passport renewed.

Disclaimer: This is just a guide. For individual queries, kindly contact the relevant consulate or embassy. 

Get an appointment

You can get an appointment for Abu Dhabi or Dubai online. You need to get the appointment scheduled, ideally at least 10 months prior to your passport’s expiration date.

Who doesn't need an appointment?

You don’t need an appointment if you are a/an:

1. Senior Citizen with Senior Citizen ID;

2. Minors; twelve (12) years old and below.

In these scenarios, you may avail of the Priority lane at the regional Consular Office to apply for your passport.

Required documents

1. You need to download and complete this form for renewal (adults only).

2. Existing passport

3. A copy of the data page and visa page in your passport

4. In case you are also looking for a last name change during renewal, you need more documents on a case-to-case basis.

5. For example, to change your maiden last name to married last name, you must carry a Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)-certified original copy and photocopy (one) of the marriage certificate or ‘Report of Marriage’.

All aforementioned documents must be attested by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA).

At the consulate/embassy

Get a token or queue number form at the Information Counter in the Philippine Embassy or Consulate.

Depending on how the procedure is at each venue, you might be required to drop your original passport at this counter.

As soon as your number is called, the processor will check authenticity of all the documents presented and make sure that everything has been submitted for renewal

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