U.S. Embassy Manila, Philippines
U.S. Consular Agency Cebu, Philippines
Remote Services in Angeles City on June 4, 2025
The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizens Services (ACS) Unit will partner with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to provide in-person services in Angeles City on Wednesday, June 4, 2025.
ACS Services:
• Notarial services (more info)
• Acceptance of Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) applications
• Acceptance of U.S. passport applications
Important Notes for Passport Applicants:
Many passport renewals can be submitted by mail. Visit here to see if that applies to you. In-person passport services are only required for:
• Applicants under age 18 (both parents must also appear unless additional requirements are met)
• Replacement of lost or stolen passports
• First-time passport applications, or those applying after age 16
• Renewals of passports issued more than 15 years ago
VA Services:
The VA team will be available to assist with benefits, medical services, and more.
Benefits Assistance
• Inquiries about VA benefits and claims
• Help with applications for compensation or pensions
• Information on PACT Act claims
Healthcare Support:
• Preventive immunizations (e.g., flu, pneumonia, shingles)
• Vital signs and health screenings
• Patient education on healthy living
• Assistance with the Foreign Medical Program enrollment, clinic registration, and My HealtheVet
Mental Health Support:
• Suicide prevention resources
• Veteran Crisis Line information
• Support through the Patient Advocate
SSA Services:
• Discussing eligibility and processing claims for Social Security benefits.
• Processing Social Security Number (SSN) applications.
• Resolving issues such as address changes, direct deposit, Medicare enrollment, or non-receipt of benefits.
Logistics and RSVP
Venue details and additional instructions will be shared about a week before the event. To help us plan, please complete a short survey on your needs and expected attendance: https://forms.office.com/g/89yh8PnCvZ
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For further information and assistance:
• See the State Department’s travel website for the Worldwide Caution, Travel Advisories, Alerts, and the Philippines Country Specific Information.
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Contact the U.S. Embassy in Manila, Philippines, located at 1201 Roxas Boulevard, at +(63) (2) 5301-2000, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. After-hours emergency number for U.S. citizens is +(63) (2) 5301-2000.
• Call 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
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