MINOR PASSPORT

OVERVIEW

Filipinos can get their passports at the Philippine Embassy in Washington, D.C. Getting a passport requires an appointment and personal appearance at the Embassy.

Use this checklist if:

    • You are getting a new passport for your child under age 18
    • You are renewing the passport of your child under age 18

If you do not meet these criteria, please return to the passport homepage to review other checklists.

WHAT TO BRING

Please note that the consular officer reserves the right to require additional documents from an applicant to prove their identity and/or citizenship, and ensure accurate and complete personal data entries. The Embassy has no photocopier/printer onsite.

1. Passport Application Form

    • Printed Passport Application Form 
    • You will receive the application form with your appointment confirmation
    • Book your appointment here

2. Birth Certificate

    • One (1) original and one (1) photocopy of the birth certificate authenticated by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) 
    • See sample here
    • The name on your passport will follow the name on your PSA birth certificate
    • If you do not have a birth certificate issued by the PSA on security paper, please order online through psahelpline.ph or psaserbilis.com.ph.
    • If born outside the Philippines, first report your birth to the appropriate Embassy/Consulate. You can use your Report of Birth for your passport application at the same Embassy/Consulate that issued it, up to one year from the issue date.

3. Proof of Philippine Citizenship

    • Original and one (1) photocopy of proof of current Philippine citizenship, such as permanent resident card, visa, work permit, or dual citizenship identification certificate

4. Latest Philippine Passport

    • Original and one (1) photocopy of the Philippine passport data page, if available

5. Personal Appearance of Parent or Authorized Adult Companion

    • Original and one (1) photocopy of both parents’ valid ID
    • (IF PARENTS ARE UNMARRIED AND THE MOTHER IS NOT THE CHILD’S COMPANION) Original and one (1) photocopy of a notarized Special Power of Attorney and Affidavit of Support and Consent executed by the mother

6. For Foreign Passport Holders

    • Original and one (1) photocopy of the child’s foreign passport data page

7. Self-Addressed Stamped Envelope

    • (FOR US RESIDENTS) One (1) self-addressed USPS Priority Mail Flat Rate Envelope with USD 10.10 stamps and tracking numbers
    • (FOR CARIBBEAN RESIDENTS) One (1) pre-paid self-addressed courier label

8. Payment

    • USD 60.00 processing fee 
    • Accepted payment methods include cash, credit/debit card (4% convenience fee applies), or money order made payable to “Embassy of the Philippines”

You can track the status of your child’s passport here. Please allow six to eight weeks for the processing and release of your child’s passport. The Philippine Embassy assumes no responsibility for any delay or loss during mail delivery, or while the documents are in the custody of the courier service. 

AFTER GETTING YOUR PASSPORT

Once you receive your child’s passport, there are a few important steps you should take:

  1. Check the Details. Verify that all personal information is correct.
  2. Sign Your Passport. Minors age 13 and above shall immediately sign the third page of the passport booklet. Minors age 12 and below shall leave it blank.
  3. Make Copies. Make photocopies of your child’s passport data page. Keep at least one copy at home and take another copy with you when you travel, stored separately from your actual passport. Take note of the following details: passport number, date of issue, date of expiry, and place of issue.
  4. Store It Safely. When not in use, store your child’s passport in a secure place to prevent it from being lost or stolen.
  5. Take Care of Your Passport. Do not staple anything on the passport booklet, especially the covers, as this may damage the electronic chip and render the ePassport unreadable. Any unauthorized changes will invalidate the passport and may incur legal penalties.
  6. Check the Validity of Your Passport. Regularly check the validity of your child’s passport and plan to renew it at least nine (9) months before it expires to avoid any travel disruptions.

FURTHER RESOURCES

Visit this page for frequently asked questions.

Set your passport appointment here.

Click here to download a checklist of requirements for minor’s passports.

For further inquiries, email us at passport@phembassy-us.org.