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| Specimen of a Philippine postal ID |
The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) announced yesterday, Tuesday, that it will resume accepting applications for postal IDs.
PHLPost suspended the acceptance of rush and regular
postal ID applications on March 10, 2023 due to technical issues.
The postal ID is popular with those seeking a nationally
accepted identification document for transacting with government offices and
private businesses as it does not require too many proofs of identification and
is usually issued within 10 working days.
But first, applicants must personally apply in
several capturing post offices branches nationwide.
First-time applicants must also bring the original
and a photocopy of the following documents:
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- A proof of identity, such as a birth
certificate from the Philippine Statistics Authority or local civil registry,
GSIS, SSS UMID Card, driver’s license, or passport
- - A proof of address, such as a barangay clearance, certified true copy of
lease, certified true copy of titles, certified true copy of real estate tax
receipt, bank statement, credit card statement, school billing statement, or
utility bill
- For renewal, applicants must also bring an original and photocopy of their expired postal ID, any proof of identity, and address. Married women who are renewing under their new surnames must bring their marriage certificates.
The application fee costs P550.
