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.

PH Consulate, Knights of Rizal Honor National Hero’s 164th Birth Anniversary with Solemn Rites

NEW YORK CITY, 20 June 2025 – The Philippine Consulate General in New York and the Knights of Rizal New York Chapter jointly commemorated the 164^th birth anniversary of Dr. Jose Rizal with a wreath-laying ceremony on 19 June 2025 at the Philippine Center in New York.

In his remarks, Consul General Sir Senen T. Mangalile, KGOR, emphasized the continued relevance of Rizal’s life to Filipinos today, including those living abroad. He reflected on Rizal not as a flawless figure, but as a fellow human being who chose to act when it mattered most. “Just like Rizal, we are not saints, much less gods, but our humanity is what allows us to rise to the occasion, to give what is needed, to fill the gaps that we see in our community,” he said.

Consul General Mangalile also acknowledged the indispensable support of the Ladies for Rizal, reaffirming that they do not stand behind the movement, but firmly alongside it. He concluded by underscoring the theme of the commemoration, “Rizal: Guiding Light of Patriotism in the Filipino Diaspora,” as a reminder that Filipinos overseas carry with them both the values and the voice of the nation.

The message of the Supreme Commander of the Knights of Rizal, Sir Raymundo A. del Rosario, KGCR, was delivered by Sir Jay Cayabyab, KCR, during the program. It highlighted Rizal not only as a national hero but as the enduring force behind a movement rooted in reason, unity, and moral courage. Emphasizing the relevance of Rizal’s ideals in a rapidly evolving world, his message called on the Knights to uphold ethical leadership and to ensure that technological progress serves truth and inclusivity.

Following the wreath-laying, the Knights of Rizal held a recognition ceremony to honor members who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to upholding Rizal’s ideals.

The event was attended by members of the Knights of Rizal, the Ladies for Rizal, and the Filipino community, all committed to preserving the legacy of the national hero through civic service and patriotic leadership. END

PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL

New York, USA