List of Acceptable Valid IDs for Passport Application
Applicant must present the original with a photocopy of the following valid identification:
Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) Card
Professional Regulatory Commission (PRC) ID
Philippine Postal ID (issued November 2016 until September 2023)
Philippine National Police (PNP) Permit to Carry Firearms Outside Residence
School ID (if applicable) for minor applicants
If school ID is not applicable: Certificate of Enrollment with photo of minor and dry seal of school
For adult students: School ID and Certificate of Registration.
Host government issued IDs such as the Residence Card (in Brazil, Guyana, Suriname) showing Philippine citizenship
Philippine Identification (PhilID), Electronic Philippine IE, Digital PhilID (printed copy must be submitted)
Unified Multi-Purpose Identification (UMID) Card
Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) E-Card
Senior Citizen ID
Seafarer’s Record Book (SRB) or Seafarers Identity Document (SID) (*must be issued Feb 2020 onwards) issued by the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA)
Social Security System (SSS) Card
Land Transportation Office (LTO) Driver’s License. Student Permit may be accepted if in card format.
Commission on Elections (COMELEC) Voter’s ID or Voter’s Certificate issued from COMELEC main office in Intramuros, Manila.
Airman License (issued August 2016 onwards)
Valid or Latest Passport (For Renewal of Passport)
Note: All IDs presented should be readable, untampered with, and contain consistent information with the documents presented upon application.
Important Reminder: The Embassy may require additional supporting documents as may be necessary.