Philippine Passport Renewal in Dubai & Abu Dhabi

If you’re in a foreign nation, the passport renewal procedure could be rather time-consuming. The procedure might take some time, and several documents must be submitted in order for the renewal request to be authorized. Similar rules must be followed in order to renew your passport in the United Arab Emirates. Philippines citizens who reside in the United Arab Emirates and need to renew their passports can do so at either the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi or the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai.

Keep on reading to learn more about the costs, procedures and paperwork needed for Philippine passport renewal in Dubai & Abu Dhabi.

Philippines Passport Renewal Online Appointment in Abu Dhabi & Dubai

Passport renewal appointments can be made online with either the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi or the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai by Filipino ex-pats in the UAE who have a Dubai work visa and permit.

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According to the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi, the following groups are excluded from the requirement to schedule an online appointment in order to renew their passports in the UAE:

Passport Request for a Newborn Child

A Report of Birth (ROB) is necessary before moving forward with a newborn child’s passport application.

Requesting a New Passport after a Lost One

You must submit an Affidavit of Loss of Passport that complies with all requirements and has been notarized by the Philippine Embassy before requesting a replacement for your lost passport.

The Philippine Embassy must fill out and notarize a minor’s Affidavit of Loss of Passport before they may submit an application for the replacement of their lost passport.

Requesting a Mutilated Passport’s Replacement

An affidavit of destruction or mutilation must be presented and notarized by the Philippine Embassy prior to completing an application for a new passport.

Renewal of A Passport at the Philippine General Consulate in Dubai

E-Passport Renewal (Adults)

In order to renew their e-Passports from the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai, holders of Philippine passports in the UAE must adhere to the following procedures:

• Bring a printed copy of the appointment confirmation received online.
• Must show up in person at the consulate.
• Bring the original, expired passport.
• You will need to carry a printout of the barcoded online application for an e-passport.
• A copy of page 2 of the passport
• Additional supporting papers can be needed, particularly for applicants who need to verify their citizenship and who have dual citizenship, incomplete birthplaces on their prior passports, or family names that seem foreign.
• The Philippine Statistical Authority (PSA) must issue all civil registration documents (such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, and death certificates), and the Department of Foreign Affairs must apostil all paperwork from Philippine courts (DFA).

Additional Requirements

The following categories must meet extra requirements in addition to the normal requirements for e-Passport renewal:

Renewal of Brown Passports or Passports Issued Prior to 1 May 1995

Philippine passport holders in the UAE who wish to renew their brown passports or passports issued before May 1, 1995, at the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai must adhere to the subsequent procedures:

• Bring a printout of the online appointment confirmation
• Must make sure to appear in the Consulate in person.
• Bring the original brown passport together with copies of pages 1, 2, 3, and 4.
• A printed version of the barcoded online application form
• Passport data page photocopy
• To ascertain the applicant’s full middle name, see the birth certificate provided by the PSA. When information on the PSA birth certificate is unclear or difficult to interpret, a birth certificate transcription from the Local Civil Registrar (LCR) is necessary.
• If the applicant was born overseas, a Report of Birth from the PSA will be necessary.
• ID Cards
• As appropriate, further supporting documentation can be needed.

Renewal of Green Passports or Passports Issued Prior to 1 May 1995

Philippine passport holders in the UAE who wish to renew their green passports or passports obtained before May 1, 1995, at the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai must adhere to the subsequent procedures:

• Bring a printed copy of the appointment confirmation received online.
• Be present in person at the Consulate.
• A passport original and photocopy of the final page are required.
• Barcoded online application form in printed form
• Provide a copy of the passport data page.
• A birth certificate from the PSA that shows the applicant’s entire middle name. When information on the PSA birth certificate is unclear or difficult to interpret, a birth certificate transcription from the Local Civil Registrar (LCR) is necessary.
• Identification Cards
• As needed, further supporting documentation may be required.

Obtaining a new machine-readable passport (MRP) issued in 2007

The following conditions must be met by Philippine passport holders in the UAE who want to renew their Machine Readable Passports issued by the Philippine Consulate General Dubai in 2007:

• The scheduled online appointment must be printed out in a hard copy.
• Must attend in person at the Consulate.
• Bring along the original passport with you as well as a photocopy of the first and last pages.
• Barcoded printout of the online application form
• Providing a photocopy of the Passport Data page
• To determine the applicant’s full middle name, see the birth certificate provided by the PSA When information on the PSA birth certificate is unclear or difficult to interpret, a birth certificate transcription from the Local Civil Registrar (LCR) is necessary.
• Prepare your ID Cards
• As appropriate, further supporting documentation can be needed.

For minor (17 years old and below) applicants renewing PH passport

The following conditions must be met by minors (17 years old and below) who want to renew their passports at the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai:

• Bring a printout of the online appointment confirmation
• If the minor is a legitimate child, his/ her father or mother must be present in person, but if the minor has been conceived illegally, then only the mother should attend physically
• If the minor is a legitimate child, his/ her father or mother must present a photocopy of their valid passport, but if the minor has been conceived illegally, then only the mother should provide the mentioned photocopy.
• Print the barcoded version of the online passport application form.
• The minor’s birth certificate, as issued by PSA, is in both original and copy form. When information on the PSA Birth Certificate is illegible or blurry, transcription from the LCR is necessary.
• If the minor was born overseas, a report of birth that has been officially certified by PSA is necessary.
• Marriage certificate for the minor’s parents is issued by the PSA.
• As appropriate, further supporting documentation can be needed.

Applicants Who Choose Philippine Citizenship or Used the Dual Citizenship Option Available Under RA 9225

When Filipino applicants try to renew their passports issued by the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai, those who have chosen to get dual citizenship or Philippine citizenship under RA 9225 must present the following documents:

• A certificate verifying your identification
• The Pledge or oath of Allegiance
• A birth report (for those born overseas)
• There may be a need for additional supporting documentation.

Replacement for a Lost Passport

The following conditions must be met by Philippine passport holders who want to replace their lost passports at the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai:

• The applicant’s physical appearance.
• A form containing an accomplished e-passport application.
• Three copies of the first page of the missing passport if it’s available.
• Birth Certificate from PSA. When information on a PSA birth certificate is illegible or blurry, a transcribed copy from the LCR is necessary. If born overseas, Report of Birth properly validated by PSA
• Affidavit of Loss signed at the Philippine General Consulate (original and 2 photocopies)
• Police Report from Dubai Police translated into English (original and 2 photocopies)
• As appropriate, further supporting documentation can be needed.

Please be aware that a 15-day waiting period will occur before processing your request to replace a lost valid passport.

Processing fee

The following costs apply to renewing passports from the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai for Filipino passport holders living in the United Arab Emirates:

• A new e-passport or a Renewal – AED 240 (PHP 3,530.35)
• A missing e-passport – AED 600 (PHP 8,826.20)
• Missing MRP or a Green Passport – AED 360 (PHP 5,295.72)
• Affidavit of Loss – AED 100 (PHP 1,471.03)

Timings for appointments and collection

A schedule for appointments and passport renewal collection timings is provided below:

Passport appointment

• Monday to Thursday – 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM (Cut-off)
• Friday- 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM (Cut-off)

Passport Releasing/Collection

• Monday to Thursday – 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
• Friday- 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Passport renewal at the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi

Please be aware that making appointments for passport renewals is free at the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi. Additionally, it is advised that candidates schedule their appointments at least a year before their passports expire.

E-Passport renewal (adults)

Follow the instructions below if you want to renew your e-Passport from The Embassy of the Philippines in Abu Dhabi while holding a Philippine passport in the United Arab Emirates:

• Use this form to schedule an online appointment for e-Passport renewal.
• Personal appearance with the following essentials is required on the scheduled date and time.
• The completed GOAS Passport Application Form should be printed.
• A copy of the Data Page of a current e-Passport
• A Passport fee costs AED 240 (PHP 3,530.35).
• At the information counter, request a priority number.
• Wait for the call on the number. The processor will verify that the application form is properly completed and that all necessary conditions have been met.
• Pay the passport fee at the Cashier after receiving approval from the Processor. Follow the Processor’s directions if you are not approved, and once you have followed them, go back to the Embassy.
• Go to the encoding section to start collecting biometric data.
• While the encoder is typing, verify the data’s accuracy or correctness. If there are any mistakes, the applicant will be charged for the passport renewal in the future.
• Wait for 5 to 8 weeks before attempting to grab your passport. Bring a receipt and your previous passport in case you need it.

Please be aware that, unless the applicant is a juvenile, passports can only be issued to the applicant. In this instance, any parent may receive the passport upon production of identification.

A letter of authorization and a photocopy of any legitimate identity card must be presented in order to permit immediate family members to claim the passport on behalf of people who are unable to do so themselves.

Additional requirements for Philippine Passport Renewal in Dubai & Abu Dhabi

The following circumstances will also necessitate the submission of some supplementary or supporting papers in addition to the usual criteria for e-Passports:

For Married Women Who Opt to Use Their Spouse’s Surname or Last name

The original and copy of the Philippine Statistics Authority’s Certificate of Marriage or Report of Marriage were both authenticated by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) in Manila (PSA).

Please be aware that a DFA-verified certificate is only valid for a period of five (5) years after the issuance date.

Married Women Who Choose to Use Their Maiden Name Again

If the applicant happens to be a widow:

• The Death Certificate of the spouse who has been deceased must be provided and issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) after being properly certified by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) in Manila. (Original and Photocopy).
• Birth certificates of the Philippine Statistics Authority are confirmed by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) in Manila. (O&P)

If the applicant’s marriage has been annulled:

• The Department of Foreign Affairs in Manila certifies the Philippine Statistics Authority’s issuance of the Certificate of Marriage officially and Certified True Copy (CTC) of the court order affecting the annulment. (O&P)
• Birth certificates (BC) that the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) in Manila has properly validated and finally issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). (O&P)

If the applicant has issued a divorce:

• The divorce decree’s Certified True Copy (CTC), which has been officially verified by both the relevant foreign consular or diplomatic mission in the Philippines and the Philippine Embassy or Consulate where the divorce was issued. (Original and Photocopy)
• A marriage contract that is issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) and annotated with the divorce decision that had been legitimately confirmed by the Department of Foreign Affairs in Manila and the Certified True Copy of the Philippine Court’s acceptance of the foreign divorce decree. (Photocopy and original)
• Birth certificates and documents that have been officially certified by the Department of Foreign Affairs in Manila and are given by the Philippine Statistics Authority. (O&P)

Please be aware that the DFA verified certificates have a five-year validity period starting on the date of issuance.

Changing name as a result of Legitimation Following a Parent’s Later marriage, Mandated by the Philippine Courts, or Directed by the Civil Registrar General

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) in Manila legally verified a birth certificate issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) with an annotation indicating the name change as a result of legitimation. (Original & Photocopy).

Please be aware that DFA-certified certificates are only valid for five (5) years after the date of issuance.

Name Change as A Result of Adoption

A birth certificate with the adopted surname, officially certified by the Department of Foreign Affairs in Manila and the Philippine Statistics Authority. (O&P)

Please be aware that the DFA verified certificates have a five-year validity period starting on the date of issuance.

Name changes in Compliance with Republic Act 9048

The Republic Act 9048 permits the municipal or city civil registrar or the consul general to modify the names mentioned below apart from a judge’s consent:

• Correction of any record in civil register papers that has clerical or typographical mistakes, with the exception of changes to a person’s sex, age, nationality, or civil status.
• the administrative method may be used to legally alter a person’s first name under specific circumstances stated by law in their civil register document. The supplemental document required in this case is:
• The birth certificate issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) with annotating the change of entry was fully validated by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) in Manila. (O&P)

Please be aware that the DFA verified certificates have a five-year validity period starting on the date of issuance.

Holders of Brown passports or passports issued prior to 1 May 1995

A copy of the Data Page, the Passport Pages 2, 3, and 4, as well as the Last Page, from a current passport

Any of the recognized IDs are allowed. The official website has a list of recognized IDs.

Holders of Green passports or passports issued prior to 1 May 1995

• A valid passport and copies of the data page and last page
• Any of the accepted IDs are acceptable. The official website has a list of recognized IDs.

Renewal of Machine Readable Passports (MRPS, or Passports whose numbers start with “XX”) issued in the year 2007

• A copy of the data page and the last page, as well as a current passport
• Any of the accepted IDs are acceptable. The official website has a list of recognized IDs.

Processing Fee

When renewing their passports at the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi, Filipino passport holders in the UAE must pay the following fees:

• Renewing your passport and the minor’s passport application – AED 240 (PHP 3,530.35)
• Replacing a Passport that you have lost – AED 600 (PHP 8,826.20)

Appointment and Collection Timings

The Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi will operate during the following hours starting on January 3, 2022, in compliance with the UAE’s new workweek:

• Monday to Thursday – 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM
• Friday – 7:30 AM to 12 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

The following are some frequently asked queries regarding the renewal of a Philippine passport in the UAE, especially in Dubai & Abu Dhabi.

How Much Does the Renewal of a Philippine Passport in Dubai & Abu Dhabi Cost?

In Dubai, a Philippine passport renewal costs AED 240.

What if I Am Unable to Pick Up My New Philippine Passport in Person?

You may choose another individual to pick up your new Philippine passport if you are unable to do so yourself. The representative must bring an authorization letter, a valid ID in original and copy, the applicant’s old passport, and the original receipt. Please be aware that in Abu Dhabi, you may only provide permission for a member of your close family to pick up your passport.

What If I Need to Renew My Philippine Passport Urgently?

In Dubai, you can apply for an online appointment through a special site just for emergency situations if you want an urgent renewal of your Philippine passport. When scheduling an online appointment for a Philippine passport renewal, you will be given priority and required to fill out a questionnaire as well as submit documentation proving your need for the renewal immediately.

Note: Please be aware that those who need to renew their Philippine passports in Dubai urgently do not need to make an online appointment. This includes seniors, children, pregnant women, and domestic employees.

Final Thoughts on Philippine Passport Renewal in Dubai & Abu Dhabi

This completes our great guide for Filipino ex-pats searching for information on how to do their Philippine passport renewal in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. Today, Filipinos make up more than 6% of the total UAE population and more than 21% of the total Dubai population, that’s why we thought it is appropriate to provide passport-related information for this community. You can also check out Online Pakistani Passport Renewal in Dubai & Abu Dhabi if you are a Pakistani ex-pat and are moving to Dubai from Pakistan.

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