PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL

Niagara Falls Illumination, 12 June 2026 On the occasion of the 128th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence, the Philippine Consulate General in New York, in partnership with the Niagara Falls Illumination Board, is pleased to announce that Niagara Falls will be illuminated in the colors of the Philippine flag on 12 June 2026, at approximately 10:15 PM for 15 minutes.The public may view the special illumination through the live cam link: https://www.earthcam.com/canada/niagarafalls/?cam=niagarafalls_strPlease note that all illumination times are approximate and subject to change according to light conditions. Those who wish to view the illumination in person are reminded to follow applicable public health and park guidelines.

28th Paaralan sa Konsulado The Philippine Consulate General in New York, in partnership with the Association of Fil-Am Teachers of America (AFTA), invites Filipino and Filipino-American youth ages 4 to 15 to join the 28th Paaralan sa Konsulado (PSK), an annual flagship summer program that celebrates Filipino identity, values, and heritage.The theme for this year’s PSK is Pinag-aaaralan ang Nakaraan, Hinuhubog ang Kinabukasan(Learning Our Past, Shaping Our Future)PSK learners will be treated to four Saturdays of engaging sessions on Filipino values, history, art, songs, dances, games, traditions, and basic conversational Filipino, led by dedicated educators from AFTA.🗓 Dates: July 11, 18, 25 July and 01 August 2026 (Saturdays)🕘 Time: 9:00 AM-2:30 PM📍 Venue: Philippine Center, 556 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10036Places are limited. Register soon by scanning the QR code or visiting the link: https://tinyurl.com/yswdskbb until 26 June 2026.We look forward to welcoming new and returning participants as they explore, embrace, and celebrate what it means to be Filipino.

13th Philippine Graduation (PGrad), 30 May 2026 The Philippine Consulate General in New York cordially invites Filipino and Filipino-American graduates from institutions across the Northeastern United States to the 13th Philippine Graduation (PGrad) on 30 May 2026. This ceremony celebrates the academic achievements of those who have completed Associate, Bachelor, Master, and Doctorate degrees. Graduates are invited to register by scanning the QR code or via the link below:https://tinyurl.com/bdd5583x Further information and subsequent updates will be provided to registered participants.

Holiday Notice, May 2026

Notice of Resident Election Registration Board (RERB) Meeting, 20 April 2026 The List of Applicants subject to the RERB Hearing on 20 April may be accessed at this link: https://tinyurl.com/8p7apbsz

Holiday Notice, April 2026

The Filipino Nonprofit Leadership Playbook Part 2, 14 March 2026 The Philippine Consulate General in New York and the NY Chapter of the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA NY) invite all leaders and organizations to participate in this FREE educational seminar, The Filipino Nonprofit Leadership Playbook, at the Philippine Center. The seminar will begin promptly at 12:30 PM for online attendees to join.Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026Time: 12:00pm-4:00pmLocation: Philippine Consulate - 556 5th Ave, New York, NY 10036Zoom Link: To be provided after RSVPRSVP Here for More Details: https://bit.ly/March14rsvpFor questions, email newyork@naffaa.org.

Consulate Saturday for National Women's Month, 28 March 2026 In celebration of National Women’s Month, the Philippine Consulate General in New York will hold a special Saturday consular service on 28 March 2025, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, at the Philippine Center, 556 Fifth Avenue, New York City.Passport, dual citizenship, notarization, and overseas voting registration services will be available, offering a convenient option for those unable to visit during regular weekday hours. While this initiative highlights the Consulate’s commitment to supporting women, applicants of all genders are welcome.To secure an appointment:Passport services: https://bit.ly/3DrvuvQ or scan the QR codeDual citizenship & notarization: Email newyorkpcg.consularsaturday@dfa.gov.ph with the subject line Consulate Saturday: [Requested Service].Overseas Voting Registration: No online appointment needed

Rescheduling of Unity Iftar, 26 February 2026 The Philippine Consulate General in New York informs the public that the Unity Iftar, originally scheduled for tomorrow, 24 February, has been rescheduled due to the severe inclement weather conditions experienced in New York City.To ensure the safety and well-being of guests, the event will now take place on: Date: Thursday, 26 February 2026Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PMVenue: Philippine Center, New York We regret any inconvenience this adjustment may cause and appreciate your understanding as we prioritize public safety. We look forward to your presence on the rescheduled date. For further updates, please monitor our official website or social media channels.

Consulate Closure Due To Weather Conditions Following the declaration of a State of Emergency and travel ban by New York City Mayor Zohran K. Mamdani due to the ongoing blizzard conditions, the Philippine Consulate General in New York informs the public that it will be CLOSED on Monday, 23 February 2026.Clients with confirmed appointments on that day may reschedule to any available date within thirty (30) days by sending an email to newyorkpcg.consular@dfa.gov.ph.Unless conditions do not improve, regular consular services will resume on Tuesday, 24 February 2026.The Consulate advises the Filipino community to continue monitoring official announcements from New York City and State authorities and to prioritize safety during this severe weather event.For emergencies requiring urgent consular assistance, please contact the Consulate’s hotline at +1 (917) 294-0196.