MANILA, Philippines -- The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) announced Wednesday that its online appointment system will start accepting new applications and renewal of passports for the months of July to September.
DFA, however, clarified that the system will not open for appointments to the DFA-Aseana Complex in Parañaque City. DFA Assistant Secretary Frank Cimafranca said this is because the e-payment system in the said consular office is still being processed.
The e-payment system is a mechanism designed by DFA which allows applicants to pay fees online. It aims to stop bogus applicants and fixers. It also fast tracks the processing of passport applications.
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Thousands of appointment slots are now available to those who wish to apply for and renew their passports, after the Department of Foreign Affairs implemented sweeping reforms. Assistant Secretary Frank Cimafranca of the Office of Consular Affairs said an additional 94,350 slots were opened from July to August, while thousands more will be opened tomorrow. Slots from September to November 2019 are open from 12 PM to 9 PM, Mondays to Saturdays except holidays. If you’re applying for a passport to visit another country, secure your passport first before buying a ticket. Personal appearance is required for all applicants.
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“This time they will not do that because they will have to pay upfront so only people with urgent and legitimate need to have a passport will really book online,” explained Cimafranca.
Following the pilot-testing conducted by DFA in the e-payment system, appearance rate of passport applicants has increased to 95%.
DFA admits that the bulk of passport applications pose a great challenge to the agency. They call on the public’s understanding of the matter.
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Red hot poker plant zone. “We are not trying to prevent people from applying for a passport. Ang pakiusap lang namin kung hindi naman kailangan agad (All we ask is that if it’s not urgent) then bear with us and just wait for the opportunity by availing online appointment system,” Asec. Cimafrance concluded. — Joan Nano | UNTV News & Rescue New casino in ponca city ok.