Did you know that you can apply for passport online?

Some people are not yet aware that they can apply for passport online.  They would want to have a passport however, they don’t have enough time to apply for it due to their busy schedule. The good news is that they can now apply for passport online and set an appointment through the Department of Foreign Affairs Website.

Here are some of the important points to remember based on DFA Website:

1) Personal appearance is required for all applicants.

2) Confirmed appointment is required for all applicants except senior citizens, infants and minors below 1 year old, person with disability and OFWs. For OFWs, sufficient proof must be submitted such as a valid employment contract or OEC.

3) Earrings and contact lenses are not allowed during data capturing. Smiling with visible teeth is also not allowed.

4) Check all the data in the computer monitor and in the Enrolment Certificate before signing it.

5) Only immediate family members are allowed to get the passport in behalf of the applicant. Immediate family members include father, mother, brother, sister, spouse and children of legal age.

6) Passport shall be released to an immediate family member only with proper authorization letter. Passport of a minor applicant shall be released to parents only or to an authorized representative with Special Power of Attorney and Affidavit of Support and Consent.

7) Passports unclaimed after six (6) months will be cancelled per Department Order No. 37-03.

8) Check all data in the received e-passport upon release.

9) Number of processing days may vary depending on the location of the Regional Consular Office where the application was filed.

10) The Department may require additional supporting documents as may be necessary, especially for applicants with dual citizenship and with foreignsounding family names to prove citizenship.

Important

Power failures, technical breakdowns and natural calamities may delay the release of passports. Applicants are advised to book flights taking into consideration such incidents. NO REFUND of fees will be made on account of these unforeseen delays.

For more info, log on to www.passport.com.ph