How to get a postal ID in the Philippines? We listed the complete requirements and application procedures here. The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLpost) announced that they would issue a new postal ID card in the previous years and that became a reality already.
The new and improved postal ID card will now be accepted to any office or agency, just like the other government-issued IDs in the Philippines. It is easy to apply for the new postal ID, and it will be delivered to your doorstep after a few days.
The old laminated postal ID was very vulnerable and easy to copy. That’s why PHLpost launched a new ID card system. You can also use the new postal ID card when getting a passport as DFA approved it as one of the accepted valid IDs. Likewise, we can use it for our transactions at the banks, hospitals, ports, and other offices.
It’s a pleasure to share the details, requirements, and procedures in getting the new postal ID card. I would like to thank Marie Grace Dizon and Gia Anne Villanueva from the PHLpost, who contacted me to spread the great news.
What is a Philippine Postal ID?
A Philippine Postal ID is a valid identification card issued by the Philippine Postal Corporation to resident citizens and resident foreigners of the Philippines. The postal ID has advanced security features such as an automated fingerprint system and sophisticated identity verification.
What does the new postal ID look like?
The new postal ID card is hardbound, just like an ATM card and a UMID card. In addition, it also has electronic security features (listed below). It will be valid for 3 years for Filipino citizens and foreign residents with Special Retiree’s Resident Visa (SRRV). For the rest of the foreign residents, it will be valid for 1 year.
Who can apply for a Postal ID card in the Philippines?
- All Filipinos of any age, living here in the Philippines or abroad (but were in the Philippines at the time of application), are eligible to apply
- PHLpost now allows foreigners residing in the Philippines for at least six months to apply for a postal ID
How to get a New Postal ID Card in the Philippines?
Step 1: Gather the complete requirements
Prepare all the necessary documents we listed below and submit your documents to the nearest post office in your residential area. Resident citizens and resident foreigners will need to show proof of identity and proof of address.
Step 2: Accomplish the Postal ID Application Form
Fill out the application form with accurate information. PHLpost will provide the documents for you. You can also get the application forms at the nearest PHLpost office or download the forms online.
Step 3: Attend the photograph and fingerprint capture
After your documents are screened, you will go to the nearest ID “capture” station for your photograph and fingerprints scan. There are around 260 postal ID capture stations nationwide, and you can find them at the website of PHLpost.
Step 4: Receive your new Postal ID card
PHLpost will deliver your new or postal ID to your doorstep. You will receive the card within fifteen working days from the date of your completed application if you’re residing in Metro Manila.
If you’re residing outside the metro, expect around twenty working days. If you live in a remote area or island province, expect to receive your card in around 4 to five weeks.
New Postal ID Requirements for Philippine Citizens or Residents:
Unlike other identification cards like SSS, GSIS, PRC license, etc., getting the new postal ID does not need particular skills, qualifications, or employment records. You only need to show the following requirements. Bring the original and photocopy of the following documents:
- One (1) copy of duly-accomplished application form (form is provided by PHLpost)
- Proof of Identity – Submit any or one of the following:
- Philippine National ID
- National ID (Digitized or paper)
- Birth Certificate Issued by Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) or Local Civil Registrar
- SSS UMID Card
- GSIS UMID Card
- LTO Driver’s License
- Valid Philippine Passport
- Marriage Certificate for Married Women (if documents or IDs does not bear married name)
- Proof of Address – Bring the original copy and 1 photocopy and submit any or one of the following:
- Barangay Certificate of Residency issued withing three months prior to your Postal ID application
- Barangay Residence ID
- Certified True Copy of Lease
- Certified True Copy of Titles issued by the Land Registration Authority (LRA)
- Certified True Copy of Real Estate Tax Receipt
- Bank Statement
- Credit Card Statement
- School Billing Statement
- Utility Bill (electricity bill, water bill, cable, internet, telephone bill)
Important Notes:
- Married females must bring their Marriage Certificate to validate change of name from birth document
- Minors or those below 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent or a legal guardian
- Applicants with no Birth Certificate, UMID Card, LTO Driver’s License or Valid Passport may submit ANY TWO (2) of the following documents, at least one of which should bear the applicant’s photo and signature: Valid paper-based Postal ID, Valid NBI/Police Clearance, Old SSS or GSIS card, Valid OWWA ID, Valid PRC ID, Digitized BIR ID, Valid Seaman’s Book, Valid Integrated Bar of the Philippines ID, Voter’s ID, Valid Company ID, Senior Citizen ID, Baptismal Certificate, Certificates of Birth/Marriage from National Commission for Muslim Filipinos (NCMF), National Commission for Indigenous Peoples (NCIP), Elementary or High School Form 137, Transcript of Records with readable dry seal (for applicants 18 years old and below), Marriage Contract, Valid University/School or Alumni ID, TIN card
Postal ID Requirements for Foreign Residents in the Philippines:
- One (1) copy of duly-accomplished application form (provided by PHLpost)
- Proof of Identity
- Passport – must be valid for at least six (6) months prior to postal ID application
- Any one (1) of the following documents relative to the stay in the Philippines valid for at least six (6) months prior to application
- Alien Certificate of Registration Identity Card (ACRI-Card)
- Long Stay Visitor Visa Extension (LSVVE)
- Temporary Resident Visa (TRV)
- Diplomatic Visa
- Special Resident Retiree’s Visa (SRRV)
- Proof of Address – Bring original document and one (1) photocopy and submit any one (1) of the following:
- Barangay Certificate of Residency – issued within three (3) months prior to Postal ID application
- Certification or statement of account from hotel, transient home or any temporary residence within three (3) months prior to application
- Certification from hotel, transient home or any temporary residence within three (3) months prior to application
- Notarized, if applicable, Land, House or Condominium Lease Contract
- Bank statement
- Credit card statement
- School billing statement
- Utility bill (cable, electric, internet, landline, telephone, water)
How Much is the New Postal ID Card in the Philippines?
Applicants will pay the a fixed fee of PHP 550 anywhere in the country for the regular application. Rush processing of postal ID costs PHP 650.
| Postal ID Application | Amount |
|---|---|
| Regular | PHP 550 |
| Rush | PHP 650 |
Postal ID Released and Delivery:
How long do you need to wait for the release of your postal ID? PHLpost will deliver it at the address you provided in the application form in:
- 15 working days – for Metro Manila address
- 20 working days – for other major cities and municipalities
- 30 working days – for island provinces and remote barangays
Security Features of the new Postal ID:
- On-site digital capture of fingerprints, photo, signature and personal details
- Centralized ID printing and database to guarantee that the cards are authentic
- An encrypted QR (‘quick response’) code printed on the card can verify the identity of ID holder using a downloadable smart-phone application
- Overlaid with a hologram that can be viewed only at certain angles
- Has a ghost image and UV ink that illuminates in UV light
- Applicant uniqueness check via the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS). It compares the fingerprint collected with the fingerprint database records to ensure the applicant’s identity.
What will happen to my old but still valid Postal ID?
The old postal ID will remain valid up to its date of expiration. Post offices will stop issuing paper-based IDs when the new Postal ID becomes available in their area. Old but valid postal IDs may also be converted to the new Postal ID at a price discount.
How to Renew Your Postal ID Card?
If you want to upgrade your existing postal ID into the new, improved Postal ID or simply renew your expired postal ID, follow the steps below:
- Go to the nearest PHLpost Office
- Fill out two copies of the duly-accomplished Postal ID application form
- Submit your current Postal ID
- Your existing ID will be perforated with a puncher in the QR Code and be returned to you
Postal ID Benefits and Privileges:
- A postal ID can serve as a proper valid ID you can present in banks, hospitals, and offices
- You can use a PHLpost ID card when boarding a boat or an aircraft
- The new postal ID card is accepted at the DFA when applying or renewing a Philippine passport
- It is now accepted as a valid ID when applying for a job or a loan
- It serves as a valid proof of identity and residential address
- The new postal ID is equipped with high-tech security features; thus your identity is very safe
- New postal ID card gives numerous privileges including discounts, freebies, and exclusive deals with PHLpost’s partner merchants nationwide
For questions and Postal ID concerns, you may contact PHLPost at their official website.
Information above are updated and were shared officially from PHLpost. Again, thank you very much Marie Grace Dizon and Gia Anne Villanueva for sharing the new postal ID requirements.
FAQ About Postal ID:
How to get a Postal ID in 24 hours?
The PHLPost has launched a Rush Postal ID Application, where applicants can register their Postal ID faster. The card will be released within the day of application or the next business day. The processing fee costs P650. Only selected PHLPost branches serve rush postal ID processing.
UPDATE: The PHLPost has suspended the Rush Applications for Postal ID. It will not resume until further notice.
Is Postal ID a valid ID?
The new Philpost ID is now accepted as a valid government-issued ID in the Philippines. Thus, you can use it as proof of identification in any government and private office. Ensure that your card is not expired and it will remain valid.
Does postal ID expire?
According to the Philippine Postal Corporation, the new Philpost ID card is valid for three years for Filipino citizens, residents of the Philippines, and foreign residents with a Special Retiree’s Resident Visa (SRRV). The postal card of other resident foreigners is valid for one year.
How to apply for a Postal ID online?
The PhilPost office doesn’t accept online applications for postal ID yet up to this time. There can be an online appointment or schedule before the application for postal ID. The primary process is still face-to-face since biometrics scan, signature, and photo capture are done in real-time.
How to verify if a postal ID is legit or fake?
Your Postal ID card is legit if the official Philpost office issued it and if you have applied at any PhilPost office near your residence. You can verify the authenticity of your postal ID by scanning the QR code on the card.
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Hello, just wanted to share the below, which happened today at 10-10:20am.
I went to the UP Diliman Philpost branch to submit my postal ID application, because it says we can go to any branch, only to be told that they don’t process ID requests and that I should go to City Hall.
At the City Hall, the lady at the counter very grumpily asked for my barangay clearance, even though the revised requirements say any utility bill will be accepted. She did not accept the utility bill I presented.
Just wanted to share this because I thought the new requirements would make the process easier and more efficient. Either the instructions published in the gov website are incorrect, or the employees are not following them. Either way it is very inconvenient and I wasted time, money, and effort.
Good day
San po kami pwede mag apply ng PHILPOST ID if nakatira kmi dito sa ibang bansa, Pwede po ba mag apply sa Embassy
Regards
Ren
wiil they need an original copy of birth cert? Or will a photocopy be fine
gud day my postal i.d po ako dti ung address poh zamboanga del sur ..gsto ko po kumuha ngaun kc nid ko po for passport pero dito n po ako sa cavite nkatira pwd po bng mpalitn ng bago postal ko kht di po dto un sa cavite knuha..slmat po
Hey? Hi? Good Eve. I just want to ask if what ADDRESS am I gonna put in there? I’m originally from General Santos City, and I’m just applying here in Manila. Kindly reply, THANKS!
i have my valid philippine DRIVER’S LICENCE and UMID, pwede na ba yun na lang ipakita ko when applying for postal ID instead na yung birth certificate ko na more than 6 months old?
Yes, you can submit Driver’s License or UMID card instead of NSO BC. You also need to show proof of address (requirement #2)
Kailangan parin po ba na mgdala ako ng cenomar?? Khit hnd nman nka post sa requirements na kailangan pra sa pg kuha ng bgong postal I.d?? Ang nkalagay lng po kc ay b.c , barangay clearance at proof of billing.. tatanggapin na po kya kung yan lng ang dadalhin ko?? At mgka iba po ba ung office na pg papasahan ko ng mga requirements?? At ung capturing station??
Bakit dito sa amin pag single ung babae need pa mag present ng cenomar?
That’s because CENOMAR proves that the female applicant is really single as what she claims to be
Sabe after 15 days deliverd wla pdn lampas.n lo 15 days.bkt ganun?
Iba iba ang presyo ng postal id…. bkit ganun?.?
oo nga… sa aming municipal, mura lang… pagdating sa city mahal na
18days napo wala pa din po yung Postal ID ko?
Good day!
My niece applied for the postal ID today April 8 which she needs on April 23 for her college scholarship requirements. However to her dismay, she was told the ID will be delivered after 3 weeks after , way over the day it is needed. My mother who accompanied her told the post office officer if the process can be expedited and willing to pay for the rush processing. Negative.
I found on this site that for those living in Metro Manila it would only take 5 days.
Please help how I can help my niece get her postal ID before April 23.
Hoping for your positive response.Many thanks!
soc
Sana online na lng ang application, para di na mahirapan ang mga tao. Thanks
Pwede ba dto yung original birth certificate?yung nanggaling pa sa baul pero readable parin? And meron ba dto laguna postal i.d capture station ? Tnx and more power..
I went to UST Post Office today to apply for my son’s Postal ID. I have all the requirements (BC-Orig & Copy; Barangay Certf). Lady in charge told me that the date on the OR of my son’s BC is way back in 2008. She said that they only honor BC’s w/ OR-Date that’s within 6-months old. On the requirements to apply, it said: Birth Certificate, original and copy. Doesn’t say that the date on the OR of BC should be within the 6-months old. Why is this lady saying a different story? Is she just giving us a hard time or is she not competent enough to handle her job?
Government agencies are very strict when it comes to NSO BC and other docs. 6 month freshness is the usual requirement even for DFA authentication. The lady was just following government order
just another scheme of the government to generate more funds to buy NAPOLES’ LV BAGS! NSO CERTIFIED BIRTH CERTIFICATE IS PRICEY!!!! 6 MONTHS FRESHNESS! MY A**
Thank you Ms. Fehl for clarifying the issue. I would suggest then that the 6-month time or 6-month freshness of OR on new BC’s should be added on the “The New Postal ID Requirements”. There might be other people that have their original BC & their OR is past the 6-month time limit. It will at least ease the confusion. At least they will be aware and save time when applying for the Postal ID. Thank you and God Bless!
My pleasure 🙂 I will add that there and add more details and updates Philpost sent me before holy week. God bless!
Hi ms. fehl. pwede ko ba mkuha ung email add mo so we can talk. i just wanna ask something. pls. thank you.
Contact me via the contact us page
Can I get postal ID anywhere? Example, I’m from Makati pero kukuha ako sa Mandaluyong. Will that be ok?
MAy problema ako sa NSO birth certificate ko, wala din akong proof of billing.
Hindi ba pwedend yung issued Postal ID ang ipresent para makakuha ng PVC-type na postal ID?
Sana naman pwede.
Can I apply for a postal id during saturdays?
It’s really an inconvenience that the list of capture sites posted on PhlPost’s website is inaccurate. I went to the satellite office of Taguig City Hall located inside Market Market mall because it was supposedly a capture site based on the list; only to be informed by the information desk that they do not process postal id applications there. Worse, I think the officer behind the info desk does not have any idea on the Postal ID application process as she pointed me to a PhlPost mailing booth. /facepalm/ The government really has to work on their accuracy in information dissemination on their websites. Checking online has always been the most cost-efficient (no need to travel to their offices) means of researching procedures on transacting with government agencies.
I noticed lang po na gaya dto s uae,one national identity card lng ang gamit at yun na ang pinakavalid sa lahat ng mga transaction..ang daming id hinihingi s atin, matagal nang isisulong yung ganung sistema e, wla daw budget dahil mahabang proseso,.. Dto kung meron kang ganung nagiisang emirates id, sakop na lahat ng anu paang transaction.. Govt natin tlga oh, tapos my validity pa siya, pera-pera nga naman ang gobyerno, papasukin kung saan my pagkakakitaan s mga mmamayan..
Wayback 2011, I applied for the renewal of my postal i.d. at Lipa city Postal Office. I was told that I have to apply again as new member and I have to submit again the requirements stated. I went to NSO to secure my birth certificate, I have my barangay certification, my marriage license and I even presented my old postal i.d. but sad to say, the postal personnel rejected my application saying that my surname in my birth certificate is unreadable. No matter how I argued with her showing her all my pertinent documents, she still refuse my application. In my anger, I went to DFA Batangas to secure my passport renewal and without any hassle, I was able to get it. My question is that why is it that the postal personnels are making it hard for ordinary people like me to get a postal i.d, claiming that it might be used for criminal activities. My gosh, I just can’t believed what I heard then. What can you do to ease up people just like me who need a valid i.d? Just for your information.
Nagpunta ako sa post office at nagdala ng mga kailangan requirements base sa website nila.dahil married nako nagdala ako ng NSO marriage certificate,BC,utility bill at yung lumang id ko ng postal na 2016 pa maexpired.sabi sakin hindi daw sila kasali sa nagbibigay ng discount.edi sabi ko ok.then kahit may dala na ako Nso MC at BC kung wala daw resibo galing NSO hindi daw nila tatanggapin.Ang sakin lang pano kung may available naman ako na NSO marriage cert at Birth cert pero nawawala na ang resibo?.ang sagot sakin kailngan ko daw kumuha uli at ang tatanggapin lang nila ay may resibo..so hindi lang 414 ang mgagastos kasi original w/ resibo daw ang kailangan nila.sobrang hassle kasi daig pa nila ang DFA kasi sila di namn naghahanap ng resibo na galing sa NsO.Sa San Jose del Monte Bulacan na post office po itong sinasabi ko..
yung receipt po kasi ang nagpapatunay ng authentication ng NSO papers kailangan po un sa lahat ng transaction na pag gagamitan ng certificate from NSO.
Dito sa santiago city isabela okey naman kahit walang resibo iba iba nga ang panuntunan nila kasi sa kabilang bayan din dito sa isabela hindi pa sila tumatanggap ng computerized ID application. dito lang sa santiago city ang pwede.
My mom does not have a birth certificate? What other id can be presented? We checked thru NSO but they just sent us a letter saying that my mom was not registered to them.
What po difference ng id capturing office sa accepting office?
Ok lang na nasa 400+ yung babayaran. Pero the last time na kumuha ako postal i.d nung 2013 binaran ko is nasa 700.
hello, Im working here in makati and I live in Caloocan, pwede ba ako mag apply ng postal ID sa makati?
I went to the Ayala Alabang office only to be told that all New Phil[post ID will only be done at the post office at south station. When I got there I was told of the requirements and it will take 3 months for the ID to be release!!!
What?? Parang LTO!
I’ve got mine.. pero feb 24 since kumuha ako. Then they said na after 2weeks pa deliver na sa bahay. Pero yesterday lang sya dumating. Hindi ko na naasikaso yung dapat ko asikasuhin sa sss because im pregnant.. it took 4weeks bago nadeliver sakin.. so many reasons pa sila. So disappointed. Now di ko na maasikaso sss ko 🙁
bakit kailangan pa natin magbayad? kung ung sa sss,philhealth,pag-ibig,tin IDS. no fees na babayaran. hays nako.
Read back.
-accepted internationally
What if naka appartment ka lang at wala kang ibang proof of billing kasi naka name sa owner ng building?
Mondays-Fridays lang po?
Sure po ba na tatanggapin ‘to sa DFA for passport application. I’m planning to have this as an alternative for the UMID card; 2 to 4 months pa kasi bago madeliver yung sakin.
Yes, if it is the new ID Card not the laminated one
sir/mam
tanong ko lang po pano po kami mag apply ng postal Id kung nasa ibang bansa po kami tnhks po.god bless.
Ask ko lang po d2 po pag nasa ibang bansa po pano po mag apply ng philpost
maganda ang bagong postal ID at mabilis lang kumuha walang hassle basta kumpleto ka lang ng mga requirements… nung nag-apply ako ng postal ID sa pasay 8-10 working days mail na nila sakin ang ID ko 414 pesos ang binayaran ko…
Hi Jessaree!
Were you able to get the New Postal ID Card? When did you apply?
Nung kumuha ako ng postal id, sabi sakin mga 15 to 30 days bago makuha. Hassle kasi kailangan ko na ng ibang valid ids. Sana naman mas mabilis yung process.. And diba sabi idedeliver sa bahay, e ang sabi nila dun sa office, itetext na lang daw ako kung nandun na yung id ko.
PAG WALANG NBI CLEARANCE, HINDI KA MAKAKAPAG APPLY NG POSTAL ID.
Congrats sa bagong New Postal Card ng PhilPost! ..:)
Sana magkaroon naman ng on-line applications…God Bless!
We have so many I.D.s in our wallets. I don’t understand why the Philippine government doesn’t want to implement a universal card or a single identity card? Like in other countries, for example Malaysia, all citizens have their own identity card with a microchip that stores all personal information about the person. Everything you need to know about the person is on the identity card like SSS, Pag-ibig and Philhealth etc. It would be easier to identify persons who violated the law. It will be very convenient for all because you will only need to renew 2 of your Identification cards, the other on would be the driver’s license. It would also benefit our government offices like SSS, pag-ibig, Philhealth, Philippine Postal Corporation etc. Instead of wasting time and resources just issuing I.D.s for everyone, they can focus on services that we Filipino people really needed.
I agree. I wish our next president would make that a priority 🙂
How true aftr 5 working days deliver na?
May kilala po kasi ako sa cityhol namin, sabi po nya it will take 3 months tsaka sya ma-deliver?
We actually have a unified multi purpose ID already. It includes details on SSS, Pag ibig, Philhealth and GSIS. But you’ll still need 2 valid IDs and you’ll get it after months or even a year. Philpad has an article about it actually: https://philpad.com/how-to-get-umid-card-online-sss-gsis-pagibig-philhealth-requirements/
The postal ID is the fastest valid ID you can get.
Ano pa ba edi pera pera lang. Mas maraming ID mas madaming pagkakakitaan.Tapos hindi lahat valid ID’s lalo na sa bangko.
Is it renewable? And is it cheaper?
I mean, after it expires is it going to be the process of application still? Thanks.
It is valid for 3 years and can be renewed
We live abroad, so how do we apply?
.. gud afternun pu .. ask ko lng pu kung pwde sedula at brgy clearance lng ung gamit pag kuha ng postal .. ? at magkanu pu postal ngayun?
Please see the requirements in the article above. God bless!
madam/sir,
ask ko lang po kung meron napo ba yang new postal id card dito sa lipa city hall( lipa city batangas)? tsaka magkano po?
Go to the nearest Philpost office in your area, I’m sure meron nyan sa Lipa City Hall
Is CENOMAR needed and police clearance needed to get this? Thanks
Maganda yang new postal id na yan, accepted..considered as phil identity card.at mas magtatagal dahil di lang cya tulad ng dati na hard paper lang., Kukuha ako nyan dahil malapit na expire passport ko , at pang replace as my national id..wala pa masyado hassles sa mga requirements ang pag kuha ..thanks for the info..more power philpad..
Thanks Ric! Good job to Philpost. The new postal ID card is more secured and more professional 🙂
how much po mag apply ng philpost ID
Please see the fees in the article above
Thank you very much for this very valuable information, i hope that this is the eye-opening of our government officials that all filipino citizens of the republic of the philippines should undergo the postal identification process inorder to facilitate the faster transaction of our fellow to any Private and government sector—dapat dito nila ibuhos yung mga Pork barrel nila para lahat ng pinoy magka ID pagtuntung palang ng 7 years old dapat may postal ID na para magkaroon ng disiplina ang ating mga kababayan…pag may Postal ID yan hindi basta basta gagawa yan ng kalokohan kasi naka ID system na sya.
For inquiries, complaints, questions and other concerns regarding the New Postal ID, listed below are the following contact persons/details:
Contact Persons:
Ms. Jeanette Agamata or
Ms. Carla Lacson
E-mail Addresses:
postal.payment@phlpost.gov.ph
phlpostal.payment@gmail.com
ppsdiv.bld@phlpost.gov.ph
ppsdiv.bld.phlpost@gmail.com
Mobile Nos.:
Smart – 09985300520
Globe – 09173110923
Sun – 09228327706
Telephone Nos.:
(02) 527-5872
(02) 527-0151
(02) 527-0107
To facilitate immediate reply and action, please ensure that the following information is provided:
Name of Applicant
Capturing Post Office
Date of Capture
Official Receipt Number
Good day,
I check yun Postal ID Capture Station, wala po Olongapo, sa buong Zambales ang nasa list lang, Castillejos, Sn Antonio @ Iba. Ni wala din ang Olongapo sa Accepting Post Office,ibig po ba sabihin bandang Zambales pa po mag aapply ang mga taga Olongapo?
Salamat po sa inpormasyon.
Dapat wla na iyang postal id (Philpost ID) na iyan mam.Dapat ang ipush ng government natin ay Philippine Identity Card para kahit anong transaction sa phil govt agency ay iyan lang ipakita.