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 in New York, Knights of Rizal Commemorate 129th Anniversary of Rizal's Martyrdom

NEW YORK, 29 December 2025 – The Philippine Consulate General in New York and the Knights of Rizal New York Chapter (KOR-NY) commemorated the 129th anniversary of Dr. Jose Rizal’s martyrdom with a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the Philippine Center in New York on 26 December 2025. The event brought together officers and members of the Knights of Rizal, and members of the Filipino community to honor the national hero’s enduring legacy.

In his remarks, Consul General Sir Senen T. Mangalile, KGOR, highlighted the quiet moral courage consistently demonstrated by Dr. Rizal throughout his life, stating that, “his life challenges us to act with courage, even in silence, to love our country and fellow Filipinos, even when recognition is absent, and to do what is right even when no one is looking.”

Consul General Mangalile further emphasized that Dr. Rizal’s legacy was shaped by his disciplined pursuit of knowledge, commitment to ethical conduct, service to the poor, and firm belief in peaceful reform. He underscored that these principles continue to guide Filipinos overseas, reminding them that love of country is best expressed through integrity, responsibility, and sustained service to the community and the nation.

After the wreath-laying, the Knights of Rizal conducted ceremonial rites including the conferment of knighthood to new members, and recognition of Knights who have shown exceptional commitment to upholding Rizal’s ideals.

The Knights of Rizal was established by Republic Act No. 646, and stands as the only civic and patriotic organization officially recognized by the Philippine government dedicated to preserving Dr. Rizal’s legacy. Since its founding in 1911, the order has promoted Dr. Rizal’s teachings through education and community service. Its members, known as Knights, are committed to embodying Rizal’s principles of patriotism, integrity, and selfless service, ensuring that his vision for the Filipino people continues to inspire generations worldwide.

The northeastern United States hosts several chapters of the Knights of Rizal including in New York (4), New Jersey (2), Connecticut (2), and Philadelphia (1* composed of a tri-state constituency). END

PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL

New York, USA