Although, a passport with at least 6 months’ validity is a standard requirement for international travel, Filipinos can renew the Philippine passport 8 or 9 months before its expiration to make up for any possible delay in the process between the Philippine Embassy in Bahrain and in the Philippines.
Step 1: Bring the requirements for the renewal passport at the Philippine Embassy in Bahrain.
Requirements:
- Accomplished e-Passport application form (Use BLACK INK)
- Original passport
- Photocopy of passport data page
- Fee: Foreign Service Posts – BD 60.00 (28-60 days)
What Not to Wear:
All applicants should wear decent clothing for passport photo capture.
- Plunging necklines
- Sleeveless clothing
- Spaghetti strapped tops
- See-through tops
- Sando
- Tube tops
- Halters and the likes
Note: During data capture, do not wear earrings and colored contact lenses.
Check the other requirements for minor applicant, dual citizen, and other consular services.
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Step 2: Claim the new passport in the claiming counters from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm.The processing time is 28 – 60 days. Bring the old passport which will be cancelled in front of you.
Option #1: You can claim the new passport by yourself.
Option #2: You can authorize immediate family members (father, mother, brother, sister, spouse, and children of legal age) to claim the new passport with the following requirements:
- Authorization letter
- Photocopy of your ID or old passport
- Old passport
- Special Power of Attorney or Affidavit of Support and Consent (only for the passport of minor applicant)
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