The Philippine consulate in New York is a foreign service office that offers services to Filipinos living in the United States or other nationals. The consulate also promotes the culture, tourism, business, and politics of the Filipinos. To apply for services at this office, applicants must first book services with a consular officer.
List of Services Provided by The Philippine Consulate New York?
Some services provided by the Philippine Consulate in New York do not require an appointment since it is done electronically, but some do.
The Overseas Voting Registration Act of 1965 requires all citizens of the United States to register to vote. The act is also known as the National Voter Registration Act. The act was passed in order to ensure that all citizens have an equal voice in our democracy.
Civil Registration
The Philippine Consulate in the United States is responsible for registering all Filipino births, marriages, and deaths that take place in the United States. This includes any births that occur while a Filipino is residing in the United States, as well as any marriages or deaths that occur while a Filipino is residing outside of the Philippines. ..
Assistance-to-Nationals
The Philippine government in New York is responsible for the rights and welfare of its Filipino citizens under their jurisdiction in the US. This protection could be in the form of court cases, assistance in human trafficking, prison visit, etc. an appointment has to be booked for this cause.
Passport
Every Filipino individual must have a passport because it is important under the Philippine Act of 1966. Appointed is required to book for the ePassport (a passport by the Philippine government that integrates a microchip to verify each passport holder of Philippine). You must be 18 years old or more and provide proof of Filipino citizenship to be eligible to apply for a Filipino passport for the first time. Minors will need their parents’ consent to get a passport.
Dual citizenship
To regain or retain your Philippine citizenship through the Philippine consulate in New York, you must take an oath of allegiance to the Philippines. An appointment is required and you must follow all protocols set by the Philippine Embassy in New York.
Visa
Foreign citizens can apply for a Philippine visa, maybe for a visit, work, or education to get permission at the port of entry to the Philippines by the Philippine immigration authorities. Applicants must book an appointment. The process of applying for a Philippine visa can be time-consuming and requires some preparation. Applicants must have their passport valid for at least six months after their intended stay in the Philippines and should make arrangements well in advance to avoid long wait times. ..
Overseas Voting Registration
Filipinos living in the US under the jurisdiction of the Philippine Consulate in New York are eligible to register and cast their vote in the Philippines via the Philippine Consulate New York. This is done by appointment only. ..
Travel
Filipinos who wish to travel to the Philippines without a Philippine passport due to special circumstances are issued a travel document (by appointment) which is valid for 30 days. The document must be presented at the time of application and must be current with all relevant government and international agencies.
Notarization Registration
Certificates, affidavits, deeds, bank statements, J1 visas, contracts, etc. can be used by Filipinos abroad to present when they travel to the Philippines for a specific notarization reason.
Who Are the Filipino Citizens in New York?
If you are a Filipino citizen, you are eligible to vote in US elections. ..
Conclusion
The Philippine Consulate New York is a Philippine embassy in the US in which other neighboring states in the US are under its jurisdiction. This consulate offers several services like passport issuance, visa, legalization, dual citizenship application, civil registration, etc. for Filipinos living abroad.
Yes, you can apply for a Philippine passport.
I need to fly to the Philippines for surgery, need a passport?
Apply for travel to the Philippines and a document will be issued in place of your passport.
