Diplomatic representation of the Philippines in Canada
Philippine Embassy in Ottawa
The Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines in Ottawa represents the Philippines in Canada and provides passport, dual citizenship, civil registration, notarial, visa and other consular services.
Contact details
Contact the Philippine Embassy in Ottawa
The Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines is located on Murray Street in Ottawa.
Before visiting: Different consular services use different submission and appointment procedures. Passport applicants should secure the required appointment before attending, while some other services can be submitted by mail or require a separate appointment.
Embassy location
Where is the Philippine Embassy in Ottawa?
The Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines is located at 30 Murray Street in Ottawa.
The official address is 30 Murray Street, Ottawa, ON K1N 5M4, Canada.
About the mission
About the Philippine Embassy in Ottawa
The Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines in Ottawa is the Philippines‘ resident diplomatic mission in Canada.
The Embassy represents the Philippines in its official relations with Canada and promotes political, economic, cultural and people-to-people cooperation between the two countries.
Its Consular Section provides services for Filipino citizens and eligible foreign nationals, including passport services, civil registration, citizenship-related procedures, notarial services, travel documents and visas.
The Philippines also maintains Consulates General in Calgary, Toronto and Vancouver, as well as honorary consular representation in other Canadian cities.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The Philippine Embassy in Ottawa provides a broad range of consular services for Filipino citizens and other eligible applicants.
Passport services
Eligible Filipino citizens can apply for Philippine passport renewal through the Embassy. Passport applications require personal attendance and an appointment.
Dual citizenship
Former natural-born Filipino citizens and eligible dependent children can use the applicable citizenship retention and reacquisition procedures under Philippine law.
Civil registration
The Embassy processes eligible Reports of Birth, Reports of Marriage, Reports of Death and other civil-registration matters occurring within its jurisdiction.
Notarial and document services
Eligible affidavits, acknowledgements, powers of attorney and other documents can be processed under the Embassy’s current consular requirements.
Travel documents
Emergency travel documents are available in qualifying urgent cases for eligible Filipino citizens who need direct one-way travel to the Philippines.
NBI clearance assistance
Applicants in Canada who require an NBI clearance can obtain the appropriate fingerprint form and instructions through the Embassy.
Philippine travel documents
Philippine Passport Services
The Embassy processes passport applications for eligible Filipino citizens within its consular jurisdiction.
Passport renewal applicants must secure an appointment through the Embassy’s official appointment system before attending the Consular Section.
Personal appearance is required for passport processing because the application procedure includes the capture of biometric information.
Requirements differ for adult renewals, minors, first-time applicants and cases involving lost or damaged passports. Applicants should review the instructions applicable to their particular case before booking an appointment.
Emergency Travel Documents
The Embassy can issue a Philippine Travel Document in qualifying emergency or urgent circumstances when an applicant cannot use the normal passport-renewal procedure.
The current Embassy application states that the Travel Document has limited validity and may be used for one-way direct travel to the Philippines within 30 days from its date of issue.
A Travel Document is intended for emergency situations and should not be used merely as an alternative to standard passport renewal.
Passport appointments: Secure the required appointment before travelling to the Embassy and bring the documents required for your specific passport application.
Philippine citizenship
Dual Citizenship
The Embassy processes eligible applications under the Philippine Citizenship Retention and Re-acquisition Act of 2003, commonly known as the Dual Citizenship Law.
The procedure is primarily intended for former natural-born citizens of the Philippines who lost Philippine citizenship through naturalization in another country and who qualify to reacquire Philippine citizenship.
Eligible unmarried children below the applicable age threshold may also be included as derivative applicants when the statutory requirements are met.
The Ottawa procedure requires applicants to submit the application and supporting documentation for review. Once an application has been successfully processed, the Embassy arranges the applicant’s oath-taking.
Applicants who cannot travel to Ottawa may also check whether an upcoming consular outreach mission can accommodate the required oath-taking procedure.
Check eligibility first: Dual-citizenship requirements depend on how Philippine citizenship was acquired and lost and on the applicant’s individual circumstances. Review the current Embassy instructions before submitting an application.
Vital events abroad
Civil Registration and Document Services
The Embassy handles eligible Philippine civil-registration and document procedures arising within its consular jurisdiction.
Civil registration
Consular civil-registration procedures include eligible Reports of Birth, Reports of Marriage and Reports of Death involving Filipino citizens abroad.
The Embassy’s current procedure allows qualifying civil-registration applications and supporting documents to be submitted by mail or courier. Applicants should follow the requirements for the specific type of report and provide the required return envelope.
Notarial and document services
The Embassy provides eligible notarial and document services, including procedures involving affidavits, acknowledgements, powers of attorney and legalization or authentication-related consular matters.
The correct procedure depends on the document and its intended use. Some services require personal appearance, while qualifying document applications can use the Embassy’s published mail procedure.
NBI clearance
Applicants who need a Philippine NBI clearance while residing in Canada can request the appropriate NBI fingerprint form and follow the Embassy’s instructions for completing the overseas application procedure.
Travel to the Philippines
Philippine Visa Information
Whether a traveller requires a visa depends on nationality, passport, length of stay and purpose of travel.
Canadian passport holders can currently enter the Philippines without a visa for qualifying visits of up to 30 days.
The Embassy states that travellers using this visa-free privilege must hold a passport valid for at least six months beyond the intended period of stay and a valid ticket for their return journey or onward travel.
Travellers intending to remain longer should follow the applicable Philippine immigration procedure. A traveller who requires a visa should use the appropriate visa application procedure before departure.
The Ottawa Embassy accepts eligible temporary visitor visa applications. Its published procedure allows applications to be submitted in person by appointment or, for qualifying applications, by mail.
For in-person visa submissions, the Embassy currently publishes an appointment window between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except on applicable Philippine and Canadian holidays.
Canadian travellers: Visa-free entry is currently available for qualifying stays of up to 30 days, but entry remains subject to Philippine immigration requirements. Verify current rules before departure.
Consular network in Canada
Consular Jurisdiction
The Philippines maintains the Embassy in Ottawa and Consulates General in Calgary, Toronto and Vancouver.
The Ottawa Embassy handles consular matters within its assigned area and conducts outreach services in communities within that jurisdiction.
The Embassy has expressly confirmed that its jurisdiction includes the eastern part of Ontario, including the City of Kingston. It also conducts consular outreach in Atlantic Canada, including New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador.
Applicants elsewhere in Canada should check whether the Philippine Consulate General in Calgary, Toronto or Vancouver is responsible for their place of residence before submitting an application.
Check your consular office: Do not assume that Ottawa handles an application solely because it is the Philippine Embassy. The correct post depends on your residence and the service required.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Check the procedure for your specific service before travelling to 30 Murray Street.
Book passport appointments
Passport applications require an appointment and personal attendance for biometric processing.
Check mail options
Certain visa, civil-registration and document services can be completed by mail when all published requirements are met.
Confirm your jurisdiction
The Philippines has Consulates General in Calgary, Toronto and Vancouver in addition to the Embassy in Ottawa. Check which post serves your place of residence.
Frequently asked questions
Philippine Embassy Ottawa FAQ
What is the address of the Philippine Embassy in Ottawa?
The Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines is located at 30 Murray Street, Ottawa, ON K1N 5M4, Canada.
What is the telephone number of the Philippine Embassy?
The Embassy’s main telephone number is +1 613 233 1121.
Can I renew a Philippine passport in Ottawa?
Yes. Eligible Filipino citizens can apply for passport renewal through the Embassy. An appointment and personal attendance are required for passport processing.
Does the Embassy process dual citizenship applications?
Yes. The Embassy processes eligible citizenship retention and reacquisition applications under the Philippine Dual Citizenship Law. Successful applicants must complete the required oath-taking procedure.
Can I register a birth or marriage through the Embassy?
Yes. The Embassy handles eligible Reports of Birth, Reports of Marriage and Reports of Death within its consular jurisdiction. Current documentary and submission requirements should be checked before applying.
Can the Embassy issue an emergency travel document?
Yes. A Philippine Travel Document may be issued in qualifying emergency or urgent cases. It has limited validity and is intended for one-way direct travel to the Philippines within 30 days from its date of issue.
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for the Philippines?
Canadian passport holders currently do not require a visa for qualifying visits of up to 30 days, provided they meet the applicable passport, onward-travel and immigration requirements.
Does the Ottawa Embassy serve all of Canada?
No. The Philippines also maintains Consulates General in Calgary, Toronto and Vancouver. Applicants should check which Philippine post has jurisdiction over their place of residence before applying.
Official information
Sources
Official Philippine and Canadian government sources used to verify the Embassy and current consular information on this page.