For Overseas Filipino Workers in Singapore who need to renew their passport, here's a quick and handy guide.
Philippine passport holders who are currently working in Singapore can renew their passport without flying back to the Philippines. The Philippine Embassy in Singapore issues electronic passports (ePassports) that are valid for 10 years. These passports are printed in the Philippines and shipped to Singapore for collection at the Consular Section, usually within 3 to 6 weeks.
Whether you’re travelling to a visa-required or visa-free destination, your passport is your most important travel document. If yours is due for renewal and you’re unsure about the process, here’s a straightforward guide to help you through it.
2026 Philippine Passport Renewal Guide in Singapore
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When should I renew my Philippine passport?
The Philippine Embassy recommends renewing your passport at least one year before its expiration date. You may also renew your passport earlier (more than one year before expiry) if:
1. Your passport’s stamping pages are already full.
2. You need longer validity for a work pass renewal, residency permit renewal, or visa application.
3. There are other meritorious or valid reasons requiring early renewal.
Book an Appointment
Schedule your visit to the Philippine Embassy in Singapore through the official online booking system. You can select the date and time that best fit your schedule, and the system will show the number of available slots. After booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email – so make sure you enter your email address correctly.
- If you’re applying with family members, you can book a group appointment for up to five people.
- Your selected time slot is reserved for 30 minutes.
Requirements
Tip: Try to ask for a retake if you’re not happy with your photo.
Applicants must go to the newly renovated Philippine Embassy in Singapore for their photo to be taken. Expect the entire process to take about an hour. Bring the following documents with you on the day of your appointment:
- Printed application form sent to your email. Print the form in full and make sure you complete all fields correctly.
- Printed email confirmation of your appointment.
- Current ePassport, plus a photocopy of the data page.
- Singapore IC (Work Pass, S Pass, Employment Pass, Dependant Pass, Student Pass, or Long-Term Visit Pass)
If you need to change your name, bring the original PSA-issued supporting documents, such as:
- Certificate of Marriage;
- Annotated Certificate of Live Birth;
- Annotated Certificate of Marriage to show annulment/divorce/court ordered instruction
- Certificate of Death of Spouse
Note: If a woman chooses to retain her maiden name, she does not need to present a PSA-issued Certificate of Marriage.
Passport Renewal Fee
Renewing a Philippine passport in Singapore costs SGD 90. The Philippine Embassy accepts payment in cash or via PayNow.
Collection of New Passport
Expect your new passport to be ready in approximately 3 to 6 weeks. The Philippine Embassy in Singapore has no control over the production and shipment to Singapore of your new passport, and is not liable for any delay in the availability. While waiting for your new one, you will continue to hold your current passport.
Check new passport status
You can check if your new passport is ready for collection on the Philippine Embassy website by searching for your name. The online database contains passport applications lodged in Singapore only and is updated regularly.
If your name appears on the list, you may collect your passport even before the date stated on your blue consular collection slip. However, you must schedule your collection, as the Embassy strictly requires appointments.
- Present your current passport and collection slip upon claiming the new passport.
- The new passport will not be released if the old passport is not presented for cancellation.
- The collection counter is open from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm (no noon break), Monday to Friday except public holidays.
- If the new passport will be claimed by a proxy, they must bring a signed authorisation letter from the passport holder, and their own identification card.
Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines in Singapore
Photo: Embassy of the Philippines in Singapore Facebook
Address: 20 Nassim Road, Singapore 258395
Phone Number: +65 67373977
Website: philippine-embassy.org.sg
E-mail: [email protected]
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