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.

New York PCG And CREBA Discuss PH Real Estate Trends and Future Collaborations

New York PCG and CREBA Discuss PH Real Estate Trends and Future Collaborations

(Left photo) The Chamber of Real Estate & Builders’ Associations, Inc. (CREBA) delegation, led by Vice President for International Affairs Alejandro S. Mañalac, poses with Consul General Senen T. Mangalile at the lobby of the Philippine Center during their courtesy call on 04 November 2024. (Right photo) CREBA Members in discussion with Consul General Mangalile during the meeting, where they shared insights on the real estate industry and potential collaborations.

NEW YORK, 06 November 2024 — A 20-member delegation from the Chamber of Real Estate & Builders’ Associations, Inc. (CREBA) paid a courtesy call on Consul General Senen T. Mangalile at the Philippine Center in New York on 04 November. The delegation, led by Mr. Alejandro S. Mañalac, Vice President for International Affairs of CREBA, is in New York to participate in the Global Real Estate Summit.

During the courtesy call, Mr. Mañalac introduced CREBA as a prominent umbrella organization representing approximately 4,000 Filipino firms, individuals, and associations involved in the land and housing sectors, construction, allied industries, and various professional disciplines. Their membership spans a wide array of professionals, including land developers, housing subdivision and condominium builders, industrial estate and hotel developers, urban planners, architects, engineers, and real estate management experts.

The delegation shared their agenda for attending the Global Real Estate Summit and their upcoming participation in the “NAR NXT, The REALTOR® Experience,” organized by the National Association of REALTORS®, which will take place from 8-10 November in Boston. This event is expected to provide them with valuable insights into the latest trends in real estate technology, eco-friendly practices, and marketing strategies.

CREBA also emphasized its commitment to supporting the real estate industry through initiatives such as Bayanihan.com, an online platform designed to connect Filipinos worldwide with cultural events and festivals. Additionally, the group highlighted their ongoing efforts to provide continuing education through the Executive Diploma Program in Real Estate Management (EDPREM), in collaboration with De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde, which equips real estate professionals with the latest industry practices and developments.

Consul General Mangalile reiterated the Consulate’s commitment to positioning the Philippines as a premier investment destination. He expressed optimism about future partnerships and collaborations with CREBA, particularly in organizing events that will equip the Filipino-American community in the US Northeast with the knowledge and tools to invest in the Philippines. END

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