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 Joins #BlueMonday in Support of National Refugee Day on 20 June

NEW YORK CITY, 16 June 2025 — Pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No. 265, s. 2023, which declares 20 June as National Refugee Day and aligns with the global commemoration of World Refugee Day, the Philippine Consulate General in New York marked the occasion by joining the “Blue Monday” campaign during its flag ceremony on 16 June 2025, in solidarity with forcibly displaced and stateless people.

Consul General Senen T. Mangalile delivered the official message of Department of Justice Undersecretary Raul T. Vasquez, Officer-in-Charge of the Secretary of Justice and Chair of the Inter-Agency Committee on the Protection of Refugees, Stateless Persons, and Asylum Seekers for 2025 National Refugee Day.

In his message, Undersecretary Vasquez emphasized the Philippines’ unwavering commitment to the principles of human dignity and protection, reaffirming the country’s inclusive stance toward all who seek safety within its borders. He acknowledged the work of the Inter-Agency Committee in advancing rights-based and coordinated responses to vulnerable populations, as institutionalized under Executive Order No. 163, s. 2022.

He also commended the efforts of government agencies in translating policy into meaningful action, including the provision of legal assistance, health care, education, and social protection. Finally, he called on all government offices, civil society organizations, and the public to support National Refugee Day and uphold the Philippines’ role as a beacon of hope and humanity for those seeking refuge.

This year’s theme, “Strengthening Spaces of Resilience and Hope,” adopted by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Philippines and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), highlights the importance of building environments where displaced individuals are safe, supported, and empowered to rebuild their lives with dignity. The Philippines continues to uphold these principles by promoting protection and inclusion for all, regardless of race, belief, or background. END

PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL

New York, USA