Philippine passport fees in 2026
- Regular processing
- ₱950 1
- Expedited processing
- ₱1,200 1
- Lost or mutilated passport penalty
- ₱350 1
- Regular time, Metro Manila
- 10 working days 1
- Expedited time, Metro Manila
- 5 working days 1
- At embassies and consulates
- About 4 to 6 weeks 1
Philippine passport fee table
The DFA Office of Consular Affairs lists these fees for passports applied for in the Philippines. They cover new applications and renewals 1.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| New or renewal, regular processing | ₱950 |
| New or renewal, expedited processing | ₱1,200 |
| Penalty for lost or mutilated passport | ₱350 |
Processing times
The DFA FAQ gives these release times after your application is accepted. Courier delivery is not included 1.
An older DFA page that carries no date gives longer times: 15 working days regular and 7 working days expedited in Metro Manila, and 20 and 10 working days outside Metro Manila. It lists the same fees 2.
| Where you apply | Regular | Expedited |
|---|---|---|
| Consular offices in Metro Manila (NCR) | 10 working days | 5 working days |
| Consular offices outside Metro Manila | 12 working days | 7 working days |
| Philippine embassies and consulates abroad | About 4 to 6 weeks | Not listed |
How to pay
You book your appointment at passport.gov.ph, then pay the processing fee at an authorized payment center. You get a confirmation email with your appointment package after paying. Booking the appointment itself is free 1. Cancelled appointments cannot be restored and fees are not refundable, not transferable and not reusable 3.
Photo and documents
You do not need to bring a passport photo. The consular office takes your photo and biometrics digitally 1.
A new adult applicant needs a confirmed online appointment, personal appearance, a filled-in application form, a PSA-issued birth certificate on security paper with a photocopy, and an acceptable ID with a photocopy 4.
How to apply and from abroad
Appointments are only made through passport.gov.ph. Some groups can use the courtesy lane without an appointment, including senior citizens, persons with disability, solo parents, pregnant women, minors aged 7 and below, and OFWs with proof of status 3.
A regular passport issued to someone 18 or older is valid for ten years under Republic Act 11983 1.
For passports applied for overseas, the DFA tells you to check the consular fees on the website of the Philippine embassy or consulate where you apply 1.
Common questions
How much is a Philippine passport renewal?
₱950 regular or ₱1,200 expedited, the same as a new passport 1.
How long does a Philippine passport take?
The DFA FAQ says 10 working days in Metro Manila and 12 working days elsewhere for regular processing 1.
Do I pay to book a DFA passport appointment?
No. Appointments are free and only made at passport.gov.ph 1,3.
Do I need a photo for a Philippine passport?
No. The consular office captures your photo digitally 1.
Rules and fees change. Check the official site linked above before you apply or pay. Spotted an error? Email [email protected] with the official link.
Sources
- DFA Office of Consular Affairs: Passport FAQs
- Department of Foreign Affairs: Passport reminders (undated)
- DFA Office of Consular Affairs: Passport Appointment System
- DFA Office of Consular Affairs: Requirements for adult new applications
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