What you will learn when you log in to the DFA Appointment Website?

1. You will be asked to provide your personal information for the passport application on the online application form. Remember to fill in all the information slots correctly.
2. Please take note of the requirements that you need to bring to the DFA Consular Office on your appointment date.
3. Choose an appointment DATE and TIME.
4. Check your email for your reference number and a link to print your application form. You will need to bring the printed application form to the DFA on your appointment.
5. New passport applicants will be asked for a copy of their NSO Birth Certificate. Please make sure that you have one before your appointment date.
6. On your appointment date, proceed to the DFA Consular Office located at ASEANA Business Park, Bradco Avenue corner Macapagal Boulevard, Paranaque City (see locator map). You must be at the DFA Consular Office 30 minutes before your scheduled time. Early/Late comers will not be entertained.
7. Present your printed application form to the Appointment Counter.
8. Get your queue number at the Information Counter and sit on the waiting section of the Processing Area. Wait for your queue number to appear on the monitor indicating what processing window you will go to.
9. After processing, proceed to the Cashier's area located at the 2nd Floor. Pay the applicable passport processing fees (see passport fees).
10. After payment, proceed to the Encoding Section for data capturing.
11. After your photo is captured, personal details and biometrics are encoded, you have the option of:
    a) claiming your passport at the DFA consular office where it was applied at; or
    b) have it delivered by courier to your home.
    If availing of the delivery, proceed to the Delivery Counter to pay for the delivery fee.