The U.S. Embassy's American Citizen Services (ACS) Unit and representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will be visiting Davao City, Philippines, on March 25, 2025. The purpose of the visit is to provide remote services to U.S. citizens residing in or near Davao City.
During this event, ACS will offer notarial services and accept applications for Consular Report of Birth Abroad and U.S. passports. Additionally, the VA will provide health-related services to qualified attendees and assist with benefits and claims.
Further details regarding the venue location, service fees, and other specifics will be provided in a follow-up message. Services on the day of the event will begin with sign-ups at 7:30 a.m., operating on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early due to anticipated high demand.
For additional information and assistance, individuals can consult the State Department’s travel website for worldwide cautions, travel advisories, alerts, and country-specific information for the Philippines. Enrolling in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is recommended to receive alerts and facilitate locating individuals during emergencies.
The U.S. Embassy in Manila is available for contact at +(63) (2) 5301-2000 during business hours from Monday through Friday or via an after-hours emergency number for U.S. citizens at the same contact number.
Additionally, toll-free calls can be made within the United States and Canada at 1-888-407-4747 or internationally at 1-202-501-4444 from Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time except on U.S. federal holidays.
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