Will you accept walk ins?

No. As a policy, all consular applicants are required to have a confirmed appointment prior to coming to the Consulate.

Will there be considerations for ballot drop offs as another option aside from mailing them to the Consulate?

Yes, a ballot receptacle box will be provided at the Philippine Center for voters who wish to personally drop off their sealed accomplished ballots.

Will there be a courtesy lane for senior citizens, persons with disabilities, pregnant women, and others with special circumstances?

As a policy the Philippine Consulate General in New York requires all consular applicants to have a booked appointment prior to coming to the Consulate. The Consulate may give exception to meritorious cases, such as those with valid and immediate urgency to their requests. To make a request in case you are unable to book an appointment, you can send an email so we can review the merits of your particular situation to: newyorkpcg.notarials@dfa.gov.ph for Notarization, newyorkpcg.dual@dfa.gov.ph for Dual Citizenship, newyorkpcg.passport@dfa.gov.ph for Passport applications. All requests are subject to evaluation and approval is not guaranteed.

Will the Consulate be open on the weekend of May 7-8?

Yes, the Consulate is open 24 /7 for the entire voting period (including weekends and holidays) from 09 April 2022 to 08 May 2022 for registered voters who wish to personally drop off their ballots at the Consulate. The Consulate will be open on 09 May 2022, the last day for the casting of ballots until 7:00 a.m. Ballots received after 7:00am will no longer be counted.

Will my foreign spouse, who will travel with me to the Philippines, be required to secure additional travel documents from the Philippine Consulate before leaving?

The answer would depend on the intended period of stay in the Philippines and if the spouse is a visa-required national under the Philippine visa regulation. Foreign spouse (as well as children) included in the visa waiver category may avail of the Balikbayan-Program for stays of up to one (1) year. Otherwise, they would need to apply for an appropriate visa.

NYC First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer Leads Conversation for Filipino American History Month

NEW YORK, 25 October 2024 – The Philippine Consulate General in New York and the Philippine Trade and Investment Center in New York proudly supported the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce (PACC) in the conversation it organized with New York City First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer, held at the PwC New York Office in celebration of Filipino American History Month (FAHM) this October.

Moderated by Ms. Genevieve Gimbert, a Filipino-American working as Partner/Principal in PwC’s Financial Services Advisory, the conversation centered on heritage, leadership, and the contributions of Filipino Americans in public service and community development.

Reflecting on her Filipino heritage, First Deputy Mayor Torres-Springer shared how her immigrant background and Filipino roots have influenced her leadership. When asked about the unique qualities Filipinos bring to their work, Ms. Torres-Springer shared, “Filipinos are endlessly optimistic. And I try to keep that too, because it keeps me going. Despite all of what is hard in the city and in this country, we believe–and I believe–that we can take a great leap forward as a city, because we have to, because that’s what New Yorkers deserve.”

Deputy Mayor Torres-Springer also underscored the City’s commitment to addressing housing affordability, strengthening small businesses, and ensuring equitable access to arts and culture.

In his opening remarks, Consul General Senen T. Mangalile honored the FAHM and First Deputy Mayor Torres-Springer’s recent appointment, marking a significant moment for Filipino Americans in the public service and civic leadership. He highlighted the long-standing relationship between New York City and the Filipino community, noting the integral role Filipinos play in the city’s business landscape. “For the Filipino Americans living here, New York represents not only a place to build dreams but also to make a lasting impact on its economic, social, and cultural landscape,” he said. “From small businesses that nurture neighborhoods to leadership roles in finance, technology, and healthcare, one can find Filipinos becoming integral pieces in the mosaic that is New York,” he added.

This gathering reaffirms New York City’s dedication to honoring immigrant communities such as through the celebration of FAHM. END

PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL

New York, USA