PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL

The Consular Officer is authorized by the Philippine Government to solemnize marriages provided it is between one male and one female, both parties are Filipino citizens, and the ceremony will take place within the premises of the Philippine embassy or consulate.

Steps

Set up an appointment

Book an appointment online or email the Civil Registration Section at newyorkpcg.civilregistry@dfa.gov.ph

Submit application for a marriage license and Certificate of Legal Capacity to Contract Marriage (LCCM) at the Consulate

Both parties must be present at the Consulate to apply and submit documentary requirements for application of marriage license and Certificate of Legal Capacity to Contract Marriage (LCCM). Please note that all original PSA documents will be retained by the Consulate and will not be returned.

Publication of Marriage Application for 10 Consecutive Days

The application for a marriage license or the marriage banns shall be posted or published for ten (10) consecutive days before the marriage license is issued.​

Issuance of LCCM & Marriage License

The Consulate shall issue the LCCM and a marriage license which is valid for a period of 120 days from the date of issuance. The applicants should get married at the Consulate within those 120 days.

Marriage Solemnization at the Consulate

The applicants coordinate with the Consular staff on the date and time of marriage solemnization. They should provide information about the names and addresses of their witnesses.​