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 Entrepreneurs Highlight Journeys of Success in “The Juan Guide to Business” Forum

NEW YORK CITY, 28 August 2025 – The Philippine Consulate General in New York, in partnership with the Philippine Trade and Investment Center in New York, hosted a forum on “The Juan Guide to Business: Filipinnovation—From Vision to Six Figures” at the Philippine Center in New York.

The event highlighted the importance of Filipino innovation and creativity, with speakers discussing their personal and professional journeys, including challenges faced as entrepreneurs and the role of their cultural background in the business ventures.

The forum began with a keynote message from Chris Mauricio, Chef and Co-owner of Harana Market and James Beard Award finalist, who reflected on their Filipino identity that shaped their entrepreneurial journey, the role of storytelling and community in Harana’s vision, and the challenges and lessons they navigated as a Queer and Trans-Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) founder in the food space.

Following the keynote address, the forum transitioned into a panel discussion moderated by Mr. Ramon Vinluan, Filipino business leader and LinkedIn Sales Director.

The session began with brief introductions of the panelists, each of whom shared their unique journeys and strategies in establishing their respective businesses, shaped by their cultural heritage, personal and professional experiences.

Marty Austria, Co-founder of UP TOP, shared his leap from finance recruitment to Web3, how UP TOP stays ahead in placing top talent, the role of mentorship in his leadership, and advice for Filipinos aspiring to enter the startup and tech space.
Carol Avila, Finance and Operations Consultant, reflected on career shifts across banking, investment, and startups, her approach to advising diverse industries, advocacy for women and working moms, and providing financial guidance for early-stage entrepreneurs.
Edil Cuepo, Founder of Pickle Media Co, discussed her transition from stay-at-home mom to entrepreneur, building authentic online communities for nonprofits and high-profile clients, and how digital marketing empowers small businesses with limited resources.
Jozelle Diaz, Founder of Revivaluxe, spoke about her move from healthcare to entrepreneurship, how her medical background shapes her wellness approach, the challenges of building a team, and lessons in scaling Revivaluxe from side hustle to brand.

In his remarks, Consul General Senen T. Mangalile highlighted the importance of promoting innovation across sectors as envisioned in Republic Act No. 11293, or the Philippine Innovation Act of 2019. He stated, “In order to harness this innate talent, and as a strategic response to globalization and technological advancement, the Philippine government designed a formal, structured approach that is built on collaboration, and which is aimed at creating an ecosystem where ideas can flourish, in order to enhance the country’s competitiveness.”

The forum marked another milestone in the Filipinnovation series, its seventh installment, which continues to celebrate Filipino creativity and leadership across industries, while inspiring the next generation of innovators.

The conversation ended with discussions about growing Filipino startup ecosystem and ways to engage with the Philippines’ startup scene, emphasizing the need to build bridges between communities and celebrate Filipino innovation. END

PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL

New York, USA