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 General in New York Commemorates International Women's Day 2026

NEW YORK CITY, 08 March 2026 — In celebration of International Women’s Day, the Philippine Consulate General in New York stands in solidarity with women worldwide, honoring the invaluable contributions of Filipinas across the US Northeast and on the global stage.

Embracing the national theme, “Lead like the Babaylans, Filipinas!”, Consulate personnel donned purple to symbolize commitment to women’s empowerment and the enduring legacy of Filipina leadership. This observance reaffirms that the voices, achievements, and leadership of Filipinas are vital pillars of a progressive society.

To translate the advocacy into tangible action, the Consulate will be hosting several initiatives throughout March, namely, gender-fair language and Bawal Bastos Act training for personnel to ensure inclusive service; a forum aimed at examining how Jose Rizal’s vision for the empowered Filipina is mirrored in the leadership and lives of modern-day women; and a Saturday Consular Service on 28 March 2026 to better serve the community.

The Philippine Consulate General remains dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment, championing gender equality, and delivering excellent service for all. END

PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL

New York, USA