To renew a Philippine passport for a child under 18 in the UAE:
- Book an appointment with the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi or the Consulate General in Dubai.
- Bring the child with one parent: either parent for a legitimate child, the mother for an illegitimate child.
- Bring the child’s PSA birth certificate, or the Report of Birth if the child was born abroad, plus the parents’ PSA marriage certificate and the parent’s valid passport.
- Pay AED 240, the same as an adult renewal.
Only a parent can collect a minor’s passport.
Checked on 30 October 2026 against Philippine Consulate General Dubai requirements (as published by Wego) and the missions’ release rules. Sources are at the end.
At a glance
| Where | Embassy, Abu Dhabi (Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Al Dhafra) or Consulate General, Dubai (Dubai and Northern Emirates) |
| Who must attend | The child, plus one parent: either parent if legitimate, the mother if illegitimate |
| Fee | AED 240 |
| Validity of a minor’s passport | 5 years |
| Processing | About 5–8 weeks |
| Who can collect | A parent only |
Requirements for a minor’s Philippine passport renewal
- Printed confirmed online appointment.
- Printed online e-passport application form with the barcode.
- The child’s current passport, plus a copy of the data page.
- The child’s PSA birth certificate, original and copy. If entries are blurred, bring a transcribed Local Civil Registry copy.
- Born outside the Philippines? Bring the PSA-authenticated Report of Birth.
- The parents’ PSA marriage certificate (legitimate child).
- The valid passport of the parent who attends, plus a copy.
Special cases
| Situation | What changes |
|---|---|
| Child born out of wedlock | The mother appears. No marriage certificate is needed. |
| Parents separated or divorced | Bring the court order or decree showing custody |
| A parent has died | Bring the PSA death certificate |
| Neither parent can attend | A guardian may need a DSWD or court document and an affidavit. Ask the mission first. |
| Child’s name or surname changed (legitimation, adoption) | Bring the annotated PSA birth certificate and supporting decree |
| Lost passport | UAE police report, affidavit of loss, and the higher lost-passport fee |
How to renew a child’s Philippine passport in Dubai or Abu Dhabi: step by step
- Book an appointment through the mission’s online appointment system. Choose minor e-passport renewal. Booking is free.
- Print the application form and the appointment confirmation.
- Gather the PSA documents. Order them early from PSA Serbilis or through family in the Philippines, as delivery to the UAE takes time.
- Attend with the child. Photo and biometrics are taken at the counter. Older children give fingerprints.
- Pay AED 240 and keep the official receipt.
- Check the release list after about 5–8 weeks. A parent collects with the receipt and the old passport.
After you collect it
- Update the child’s UAE residence and Emirates ID with the new passport number through ICP or GDRFA.
- Travelling to the Philippines without a parent? A minor travelling alone or with someone other than a parent may need a DSWD travel clearance when leaving the Philippines.
Questions people ask
Do both parents need to appear for a minor’s Philippine passport in Dubai?
No. One parent is enough: either parent for a legitimate child, or the mother for an illegitimate child. The child must also attend.
How much is a child’s Philippine passport renewal in the UAE?
AED 240, the same as an adult renewal.
How long is a minor’s Philippine passport valid?
5 years. Adults aged 18 and over get 10 years.
My child was born in the UAE. What do I need?
The PSA-authenticated Report of Birth instead of a Philippine-issued birth certificate. If the birth was never reported, start the Report of Birth with the Embassy or Consulate first.
Can my relative collect my child’s passport?
No. Minors’ passports are released only to a parent.
Related guides
- Philippine passport renewal in Dubai and Abu Dhabi (adults)
- Philippine passport release list: how to check and collect
- Philippine Consulate Dubai and Embassy Abu Dhabi services
Sources
- Philippine Consulate General, Dubai: minor e-passport requirements, as published by Wego (reviewed January 2023)
- Philippine Consulate General, Dubai: Passport FAQs (minors’ passports released to parents only): dubaipcg.dfa.gov.ph
- Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi: passport renewal (AED 240): abudhabipe.dfa.gov.ph
Written by Asad Waleed M, Dubai. Asad has lived in the UAE for nine years and researches rules from government sources. He is not a lawyer or consultant, and Sifqa does not process applications. Read the editorial policy.
Last checked 30 October 2026. Found an error? Email ionicwaleed@gmail.com and it will be fixed and logged.