• Passport & Travel Documents
  • Requirements for ePassport
  • Requirements for Lost Passport Applications
  • Requirements for Passport Amendments
  • Requirements for New Applications
  • Requirements for Travel Documents
• Requirements for Reports of Birth & ePassport for the Child
• Requirements for Reports of Birth & Travel Document
• Visa
• Solemnization of Marriage
• Authentication & Notary of Documents
• Requirements for Renunciation of Philippine Citizenship
• Special Power of Attorney
• Requirements for NBI Clearance
• Requirements for Embassy ID
• Requirements for Pets Entering the Philippines
• Requirements in Reporting Divorces Obtained in Korea & Initiated / Obtained by the Foreign Spouse
• Requirements for Certification of Philippine Driver's License
• Other Downloadable Forms

I. Passport & Travel Documents

ePassport Application The Philippine Embassy began issuance of the electronic passport, or ePassport, 01 August 2010. The ePassport is a highly secure and enhanced Machine Readable Passport. The ePassport uses the digital image of the photograph taken and. With face-recognition technology, one is able to verify the identity of the passport holder. It also captures the fingerprints and digital signature of the passport holder.

Since processing will take longer, the Embassy implements an appointment system for applications and encourages the use of courier for the release of the documents. Only those who can provide a complete return address can avail of the courier service. You will be asked to complete the courier form upon application for an ePassport. Payment will be collected upon delivery.

Personal appearance is required.

Schedule an Appointment for Your ePassport Application

You can get an appointment by calling the APPOINTMENT HOTLINE NUMBER at 010-9385-0535. You may call between 9:00 AM and 5:30 PM, from Monday to Friday. Listen for the recorded message and text in your full name (including the middle name), date and place of birth, old passport number and mobile number in South Korea. You will receive a text message giving the exact date of your appointment and reference number.

You can also send an e-mail to epassport@philembassy-seoul.com. Give your full name (including middle name), date and place of birth, old passport number and mobile number in South Korea. A reply will be sent also via e-mail.

Appointments are scheduled between 9:00 am and 12:00 noon from Monday to Friday and every first and third Sunday of the month. The Philippine Embassy is closed during declared Philippine and Korean holidays. Please come at the exact date and time of appointment. "No-show" applicants, or applicants who do not honor their appointments, automatically lose their slot and will have to set another appointment.

Requirements for ePassport:

• Old Philippine Passport and a photocopy of the data or photo page and last page showing the signature of the passport holder
• ePassport application form
• Appointment Reference Number
• ePassport fee - US$ 60.00

Procedure on Date of Appointment:

Step 1

• Check your name on the list of applicants with appointment for the day.
• Complete all information on the passport application form.
• Wait for your name and number to be called at Window 4.
• Submit the application form and present your old Passport and photocopies.
• OPTIONAL: If you wish to use the courier service, get a courier form and write your name and complete return address. Keep your copy of the courier form. Payment will be made upon delivery of your ePassport. Have your old passport canceled by the consular officer.

Step 2

• Go to the cashier and pay the exact amount of US$ 60.00 in cash. Checks will not be accepted.
• Keep your receipt for presentation in case you decide to personally claim your ePassport after six weeks.

Step 3

• Go to the encoder for encoding of data, picture taking, taking of thumb marks and digital signature. Applicant should be in decent attire with collar. Both ears should be showns
• Keep your receipt of payment and bring your old passport for cancellation to claim your ePassport. You can also authorize a representative to claim your passport via a letter of authority at the back of your claim receipt.

Requirements for Lost Passport Application:

• Duly accomplished passport application form (download form)
• Duly accomplished Affidavit of Lost or Mutilated Passport (download form)
• Photocopy of old passport, if available. Otherwise, birth certificate issued by the NSO or the local civil registrar
• Fee of US$ 90.00 for a lost Machine Readable Passport and US$150.00 for a lost ePassport

Requirements for Passport Amendment:

• Duly accomplished passport ammendment application form (download form)
• Photocopy of marriage certificate
• Original passport

Requirements for New Application for ePassport (i.e. Filipino babies born in Korea):

• Duly accomplished passport application form (download form)
• Report of Birth (please see Item Number 2 below for details)

Requirements for Travel Document:

• Duly accomplished Travel Document application form (download form)
• Duly accomplished Affidavit of Lost / Mutilated Passport (download form)
• Any document identifying the applicant: birth certificate, driver's license, school ID or, in the absence of the preceding documents, any of the following: entry record from Immigration Office, xerox copy of passport or Alien Registration Certificate
• Three (3) colored or black & white 2" x 2" pictures

II. Requirements for Report of Birth with ePassport application

A child born in Korea to both Filipino parents or to one (1) parent who is a Filipino citizen at the time of the child's birth should be registered at the Philippine Embassy. The birth must be reported to the Embassy within twelve (12) months after the birth of the child.

Schedule an Appointment

Call the APPOINTMENT HOTLINE NUMBER at 010-9385-0535 (from 9:00am to 5:30pm Monday-Friday) or send an email to epassport@philembassy-seoul.com. Give the full name of the child (including the middle name), his or her date and place of birth, and the mobile number of the Filipino parent/s in Korea.

Procedure on Date of Appointment:

Step 1

• Check the name on the list of applicants with appointment for the day.
• A parent of the child should fill up Report of Birth Form (Form No. 40) in four (4) original copies, handwritten only.
• Personal appearance of the baby is required for picture taking. Footprints of the child should be in the 4 original forms.
• Prepare the original copy and four (4) photocopies of the following:
  1. Birth certificate of the child with English translation
  2. Valid Philippine passports of both parents
  3. NSO-Authenticated Marriage Contract of parents (if applicable)
  4. Affidavit of Acknowledgement by the father for children born out of wedlock
  5. The birth certificates and certificates of renunciation of the parents, in case they have already renounced their Filipino citizenship at the time of report.
• Wait for your name and number to be called at Window 4.

Step 2

• Present all requirements to Window 4, including the ePassport application form.
• Go to cashier and pay amount of US$ 25.00 for Report of Birth and US$ 60.00 in cash for ePassport.
• Keep your receipt and show it when you claim the ePassport.

Step 3

• Go to the encoder for encoding of data, picture-taking, taking of fingerprints and digital signature.
• Claim the ePassport in person after 6 weeks or request for courier service.
• In case the child will travel to the Philippines without the parents:
  • Get a Form for Affidavit of Parental Consent. Fill up form.
  • Submit photocopies of the parents' passports.
  • Submit a photocopy of the passport of the traveling companion.
  • Get a number by pressing "Notarial" and wait for your number to be called at Window 3.
  • Pay exact amount of US$ 25.00.

III. Requirements for Reports of Birth with Travel Document Application

Note: There is no need to get an appointment if a travel document will be used for the travel of the child after the report of birth.

Requirements in case a Travel Document is requested for the child:

• Duly accomplished Travel Document application
• Three (3) colored or black & white 2" x 2" pictures

Procedure:

Step 1

1. Valid Philippine passports of both parents
2. Birth certificate of the child with English translation
3. NSO Authenticated Marriage Contract of parents (if applicable)
4. Affidavit of Acknowledgement by the father for children born out of wedlock
5. The birth certificates and certificates of renunciation of the parents, in case they have already renounced their Filipino citizenship at the time of report.

Step 2

• Present all requirements to Window 4 including the application for Travel Document.
• Pay the fee of KW 26,325 for the Report of Birth and KW 26,325 for the Travel Document.
• Keep your receipt and show it when you claim the Travel Document.

Step 3 In case the child will travel without the parents:

• Get a Form for Affidavit of Parental Consent. Fill up the form.
• Submit photocopies of the parents' passport.
• Submit a photocopy of the passport of the traveling companion.
• Get a number by pressing "Notarial" and wait for your number to be called at Window 3.
• Pay the amount of KW 26,325.

IV. Visa

South Korean passport holders do not need a visa if their intended stay in the Philippines for business or tourism purpose will not exceed 21 days. However, they should have a passport valid for at least six months beyond their intended stay in the Philippines and a plane or ship ticket valid for onward or return journey to their country of origin or next country of destination.

Nationals from 146 countries are allowed to enter the Philippines without a visa for a period of stay of twenty-one (21) days or less. Check list at www.dfa.gov.ph/consular/visa.htm.

Foreigners whose intended stay in the Philippines will exceed 21 days have to apply for visa before traveling to the Philippines. A visitor with a visa is given a 59-day stay in the Philippines. Should a visitor wish to remain longer than his authorized initial stay of 59 days, he or she may request an extension of stay from the Bureau of Immigration Office (www.dfa.gov.ph/consular/visa.htm) and pay the necessary fees.

Following are the minimum requirements for application of a tourist visa:

• Passport/Travel Document valid for at least six (6) months beyond the intended period of stay in the Philippines.
• Duly accomplished Application Form for Non-immigrant Visas (download form)
• Duly accomplished Letter of Guarantee (download form)
• One (1) picture (size: 1.77" x 1.37" - colored with plain, light background)
• Copy of confirmed tickets for return or onward journey to the next port of destination.

For other types of visas such as seaman's visa, official visa and student visas for college students, please contact (+82) (2) 796-7387, ext. 103.

The granting of Philippine visa is only a form of pre-entry clearance. Philippine visa holders are still subject to normal immigration control at the port of entry. Philippine Immigration officers have the authority to grant or deny admission.

V. Solemnization of Marriage between Filipinos

Following are the requirements for Filipino citizens who intend to get married in Korea:

• Certificate of Legal Capacity to Contract Marriage (download form)
• Duly accomplished Application to Contract Marriage (download form)
• Certificate from the National Statistics Office (CENOMAR) stating that the applicant has no record of marriage. The CENOMAR should be submitted to the Philippine Embassy within six months of the date of application with the NSO.
• Birth Certificate authenticated by the National Statistics Office
• Valid Philippine passport
• Ten-day posting of "Intent to Marry" at the Philippine Embassy
• Two (2) witnesses during the solemnization of Marriage
• Fee of KW 89,505 for cost of application fee, marriage license, and solemnization

Additional Requirements:

If one party had a previous marriage:

• Copy of the Court Decision on annulment of marriage
• Copy of the NSO-registered marriage contract with marginal note of annulment authenticated by the DFA

If one party is a widow or widower:

• Copy of NSO-registered death certificate with DFA authentication

If one party is between the ages of 18-25 years old:

• Notarized Affidavit of Parental Consent for Marriage, for applicants 18-20 years old
• Notarized Affidavit of Parental Advise for Marriage, for applicants 2l-25 years old

If both parties are Filipino citizens, their marriage can be solemnized by the Embassy's consular officer. If one party is NOT a Filipino citizen, then the marriage may be officiated at a local Korean city hall; however, the Filipino citizen must first get a "Certification of Legal Capacity to Contract Marriage" (download form) from the Embassy.

Only marriages officiated at the Embassy and at a local Korean city hall are legal and binding.

Filipino citizens are reminded to report their marriages officiated abroad to the Philippine Embassy.

VI. Authentication and Notary of Documents

Notary services are available for Filipino nationals only. A photocopy of the first and last pages of the passport is required alongside the document to be notarized. Take note that only affidavits and special powers of attorney can be notarized. For details, please call (+82) (2) 796-7387, ext. 106 or 108.

For documents in Korea that need to be authenticated, a translated copy in English notarized by a Korean lawyer is necessary. The lawyer's note, which attests to the contents of the document, is what the Embassy will authenticate. For details, please call (+82) (2) 796-7387, ext. 106 or 108.

The Philippine Embassy will authenticate Korean documents to be used in the Philippines upon the submission of the following requirements:

Document	Requirements	Others
Affidavit Special Power of Attorney	Notarized document and translation by Korean Notary Public	One photocopy of each document Authentication Fee
Commercial Document	Stamp of the Korea Chamber of Commerce (for members) OR Stamp of a Korean Notary Public (for Non-KCC member) Stamp of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade	One photocopy of each document Authentication Fee
Public or Government Document (e.g. school record, family census registry, divorce decree)	Translation by Korean Notary Public Notarized document by Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MOFAT)	One photocopy of each document Authentication Fee

VII. Requirements for Renunciation of Philippine Citizenship

• Valid passport
• Approval letter from the Korean Immigration Office
• Family census registry (Hojugdungbon)
• Marriage Certificate
• Birth certificate
• Accomplished form on Declaration of Renunciation of Philippine Citizenship

VIII. Special Power of Attorney

The sample Special Power of Attorney may serve as a guide. (download form)

IX. Requirement for NBI Clearance

• One (1) photo (size: 1.77" x 1.37" ) colored with plain, light background)

X. Requirements for Embassy ID

• Valid Philippine passport
• Xerox xopy of Philippine passport (first and last pages and page with latest visa entry stamp)
• Two (2) pieces 1" x 1" pictures
• Registration Form (download form)

XI. Requirements for Pets Entering the Philippines

• Obtain an Import Permit from the Director of the Bureau of Animal Industry located at:
  THE BUREAU OF ANIMAL INDUSTRY
  Animal Health Division
  Visayas Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines
  Tel: (632) 925-4343/920-0816
  Fax: (632) 920-0815
• Obtain a Health Certificate, issued by a duly licensed veterinarian in Korea 30 days before the date of arrival. The Health Certificate should certify that the animal is free from, and has not been recently exposed to any dangerous or communicable disease, and that it has been given anti-rabies and other required inoculations.
• Obtain a Certification of Authenticity from the Philippine Embassy, Consular Section. The Health Certificate must be presented to and certified by a Philippine Consular Officer before the pet is shipped.
• The fee is Korean Won 40,000.00.
• The Health Certificate must be brought personally by the requesting party or his representative.

XII. Requirements In Reporting Divorces Obtained In Korea and Initiated / Obtained By The Foreign Spouse

Procedure:

• Have the Divorce Decree authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MOFAT), Korea.
• Bring the MOFAT authenticated Divorce Decree and a copy to the Philippine Embassy for final authentication.
• Bring copy of Marriage Contract.
• Accomplish the "Report of Divorce" form of the Embassy.
• Copy of passport (Passport (Picture Page)(If amended passport, plus copy of page with amendment) (3 photocopies)
• Birth Certificate issued on security paper by the NSO (Original & 1 photocopy)
• Costs:
  • Notarial Fee
  • Authentication of MOFAT Document
• Form for Application of Registration and Notification of Divorce (download form)

The Embassy will forward the Report of Divorce to the National Statistics Office (NSO) in the Philippines. You may retrieve your NSO-certified Marriage Contract with annotation of the divorce from the Philippines Please always keep a personal copy of the Report of Divorce.

Note: Divorce is not allowed in the Philippines and divorce secured anywhere by a Filipino is not recognized in the Philippines except in the case of a marriage between a Filipino citizen and a foreigner and a divorce is thereafter validly obtained abroad by the alien spouse.

Before the Filipino spouse can remarry under Philippine law, the following guidelines shall be followed in the annotation of the foreign-issued divorce decree with the Office of the Civil Registrar General, Philippines:

1. The foreign divorce decree must be judicially enforced in the Philippines by filing the proper civil action at the Philippine Regional Trial Court.
2. The divorce decree must be proven in court. Proof of its authenticity and due execution must be presented.
3. The court decision shall be registered in the Local Civil Registry Office.
4. The registered document shall be submitted to the Local Civil Registrar where the affected civil registry documents (birth, marriages, etc.) are registered.

The decision of the Philippine Court is the basis for the annotation of the divorce decree issued by the Foreign Court.

XIII. Requirements for Certification of Philippine Driver's License

• Certification from the Land Transportation Office (LTO), Department of Transportation and Communications, confirming the validity of the said license
• DFA Authentication of the LTO Certificate
• Presentation of the original Philippine driver's license and submit a photocopy
• Presentation of a valid Philippine Passport and submit a photocopy
• Other requirements include: personal appearance of the applicant and payment of certification fee
• Verification process will take five (5) working days from application date
• Payment of Certification Fee

XIV. Other Downloadable Forms

• Identification Reference (download form) - for applications for student visa, retirement programs.
• Assistance to Nationals cases (download form)