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.

Filipino Alumni Reunite at 13th “Homecoming sa Konsulado 2025”: A Celebration of Heritage, Culture, and Community at PH Consulate

NEW YORK CITY, 17 October 2025 – The spirit of camaraderie, culture, and shared heritage took center stage at “Homecoming sa Konsulado 2025”, a vibrant alumni homecoming-themed gathering of Filipinos in the northeast US held last 4 October 2025 at the Kalayaan Hall, Philippine Center, New York.

The event promoted the theme “Yakapin ang Pinagmulan, Ihanda ang Kinabukasan” (Embrace Our Roots, Prepare for the Future). This day-long event brought together around 125 Filipino alumni from 15 universities and colleges across the Philippines who are now residing in the Northeastern United States.

Consul General Senen T. Mangalile opened the event, encouraging Filipinos abroad to show love for the Philippines through simple acts relevant to the developments in the Philippines — fighting misinformation, promoting tourism, supporting local artisans, and practicing kindness and unity. The gathering honored the role of education in shaping Filipino lives but also highlighted the deep connections and shared values that unite Filipinos, no matter where they are in the world. Participants came from early generations of Filipino migrants to the United States in the medical sector, as well as newly arrived recent generation professionals from various industries.

Among the program’s highlights was a lecture on appreciation and performance of Original Pilipino Music by the distinguished Dr. Raul Sunico, renowned pianist, educator, and cultural leader. In the afternoon, attendees gained valuable insights from Dr. Marivir R. Montebon, journalist and former president of the Fil-Am Press Club of New York, during her lecture on strategies and skills for effective organization promotion. Informative and engaging Q&A sessions after each presentation deepened discussions on cultural identity through music and effective strategies for promoting Filipino organizations abroad to ensure longevity and relevance.

Cultural presentations featured a performance by an alumna from the Mindanao State University Dance Troupe as well as a serenade from 2022 and 2024 ALIW Awards Best Performing Artist Based Abroad Filipina singer Mauna Kea Chan. Engaging interactive segments featuring OPM Songs, Filipino snacks, and a group performance hosted by Dr. Michelle Llado-Wrzos (St. Scholastica), Mimi Samson (College of the Holy Spirit) and Noel Gamboa of UPAA-NJ added to the energetic atmosphere.

Organizers also promoted Yaman, a Filipino cultural exhibition to be held at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square, New York from 31 October to 2 November 2025. A trailer of “Faith Healers”, a documentary film to be screened at the SOHO International Film Festival featuring the stories of pioneer Filipino doctors and medical professionals was also shown. These aimed to showcase Filipino arts and culture to the northeastern US audience. Finally, custodian and community organizer Noel Gamboa promoted the regular clean up and maintenance drives of Little Manila Park in the borough of Queens, New York City. END