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.

Filipino American Fashion Design Students Gain Exclusive Insights at the Natori Showroom in New York

(Left photo) Filipino-American Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) students snap a group photo at the Natori showroom, celebrating their inspiring visit to explore the work of renowned designer Josie Natori. (Right photo) FIT students closely examine the fabrics at the Natori showroom, gaining firsthand experience with the intricate craftsmanship behind Josie Natori’s designs. (Photos by FIT - Filipino Student Association [FSA])

NEW YORK, 5 November 2024 – Members of the Filipino Student Association (FSA) of the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York recently visited the NATORI Showroom in New York City where they explored the work of Josie Natori, a trailblazing Filipino-American fashion designer. The visit was arranged by the Philippine Consulate General in New York as part of its promotion of Philippine fibers, fabrics, and textiles and of Filipino heritage and global talent.

The visit offered the students a glance of the creative process, craftsmanship, and the brand’s influence on the global fashion industry. During the visit, the students examined Natori’s use of fabrics, intricate details, and cultural motifs, gaining insights into how heritage and craftsmanship can thrive on the international stage.

Headquartered in New York City, the Natori Company also operates a warehouse in Carlstadt, New Jersey. Its sister company, FFI, manages a factory in the Philippines, where most of Natori’s collections are manufactured.

Her success story underscored the potential of Filipino creatives to make a lasting impact in the industry, inspiring the next generation to embrace and celebrate their cultural roots through innovative design.

This experience not only deepened the students’ appreciation for Natori’s contributions but also encouraged them to envision their own paths in the global fashion world. END

PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL

New York, USA