Representatives from the U.S. Embassy's American Citizen Services (ACS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) are scheduled to visit Iloilo, Philippines, on May 8, 2025. ACS staff will be available to provide notarial services and accept applications for Consular Reports of Birth Abroad and U.S. passports. Meanwhile, SSA personnel will assist with benefit claims, social security number applications, and other related inquiries.
Further details about the event location, service fees, and other particulars will be shared in a follow-up message.
"On the day of the event, sign-ups for services will begin at 7:30 a.m. All services will be offered on a first come, first served basis. We encourage you to arrive early, as demand may be high."
For additional information, it is suggested to consult the State Department’s travel website for the Worldwide Caution, Travel Advisories, Alerts, and the Philippines Country Specific Information. U.S. citizens are encouraged to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) for receiving alerts and assistance during emergencies.
The U.S. Embassy in Manila can be contacted at 1201 Roxas Boulevard, with operating hours from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The after-hours emergency contact number for U.S. citizens is available, as is a toll-free number 1-888-407-4747 for those in the United States and Canada, or 1-202-501-4444 from other locations.
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