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 Celebrates Filipino Creativity at 10th Marry Me at Marriott Gala

Pasay City, Philippines, 20 July 2024 – The Philippine Consulate General in New York proudly joined the 10th Marry Me at Marriott Gala on Friday, 19 July, at the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Newport World Resorts, Pasay City. Organized by Marriott Bonvoy in partnership with FILIPINXT, the event celebrated the exceptional talent and artistry of Filipino designers.

Consul General Senen T. Mangalile represented the Philippine Consulate General in New York at the gala. “As Consul General of the Philippines in New York, part of my mission is to promote Filipino culture, identity, and heritage. Filipino creatives have so much to offer. “We deeply believe that the time is ripe for Filipino artists, designers, and innovators to claim their rightful place in the world,” said Consul General Mangalile in his message.

The Philippine Consulate General’s invitation to the gala followed its successful collaboration with FILIPINXT for its maiden show in New York City on 5 May 2024, which also featured Marry Me at Marriott. This event, which was led and run by Filipinos, highlighted the talents of Filipino designers and emphasized the significance of bridging Philippine creativity with the global market.

To celebrate its 10th edition, Marry Me at Marriott featured designers Bessie Besana, Veejay Floresca, Hannah Kong, Axel Que, and Wilson Limon, representing New York, Los Angeles, Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, respectively. The event provided a prestigious platform for up-and-coming designers to showcase their work, emphasizing the commitment to both global and local or “glocal” creativity.

The gala, renowned for its grand displays of bridal elegance, presented a stunning array of bridal creations that blended traditional Filipino elements with contemporary designs. Guests also enjoyed a gourmet dining experience curated by Marriott Hotel Manila’s Executive Chef Meik Brammer.

Mr. Bruce Winton, Multi-Property Vice President for the Philippines at Marriott International, expressed his excitement about the event, saying, “These campaigns convey our commitment to making Marriott the ideal place for creating lasting memories and award-winning moments. Every occasion deserves to be a Marriott moment, and we’ll continue to champion Filipino talent, making them globally competitive with a heart that’s locally ingrained.”

Consul General Mangalile added, “We are fortunate to count Marriott Manila as a collaborator in this endeavor. My wife, Yen, and I join our voices toasting the 10th anniversary of Marry Me at Marriott and the 5th anniversary of Marriott Bonvoy. We look forward to deepening this collaboration for more winning moments.” END

PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL

New York, USA