New Postal ID Card Requirements, Procedures and Fees

The Philippine Postal Corporation, a.k.a. Philpost, recently announced that they will issue new postal ID card. This new postal ID card will now be accepted to any office or agency just like the other Government Issued IDs. It is easy to apply and the ID will be delivered to your doorstep.

The new postal ID card is hardbound just like an ATM card and UMID card. In addition, it also has electronic security features (listed below). It is valid for 3 years.

The old laminated postal ID was very vulnerable and easy to copy so Philpost has launched the new ID card system. You can also use this new ID card when getting a passport as DFA approved it as one of the valid IDs, on banks, hospitals, ports, and other offices.

Who can apply for the new Postal ID card?

All Filipinos of any age, living here in the Philippines or abroad, are eligible to apply.
Philpost will also allow foreigners residing in the Philippines for at least 6 months, to be able to apply for ID soon.

Importance of the new Postal ID:

Everybody needs a proper ID to present in banks, hospitals and offices. It is also required before boarding a boat or aircraft. You need to show at least two (2) IDs when applying for a job, a passport, or a loan. Many Filipinos cannot get transactions done because they lack a valid proof of identity and address.

New Postal ID Card Requirements:

Unlike other IDs like SSS, GSIS, PRC license etc, getting the new postal ID does not need special skill, qualification or employment. You only need to show the 2 following requirements.

Bring the original and photocopy of the following documents:

Birth Certificate – Issued by NSO or Local Civil Registrar
Proof of Address – Barangay Clearance or Utility Bill (electricity bill, water bill, credit card statement and the like)

Notes:

Married females must bring their Marriage Certificate to validate change of name from birth document
Minors or those below 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent or a legal guardian

New Postal ID Application Fees

Applicants will pay the following fixed fee anywhere in the country.

How to get the New Postal ID card?

Follow the procedures below.

Prepare the necessary documents mentioned above and submit them at the nearest post office in your area.
Fill up the application form. You can get one at the nearest post office or you candownload the form here: Postal ID Application Form.
After your documents are screened, you will go the nearest ID “capture” station to be photographed and fingerprinted. There are 260 postal ID capture stations nationwide and you can find them here: Postal ID Capture Stations

Postal ID Released and Delivery:

How long do you need to wait for the release of your postal ID? Philpost will deliver it at the address you provided in the application form in:

5 working days – for Metro Manila address
7 working days – for other major cities and municipalities
15 working days – for island provinces and remote barangays

Security Features of the new Postal ID:

On-site digital capture of fingerprints, photo, signature and personal details
Centralized ID printing and database to guarantee that the cards are authentic
An encrypted QR (‘quick response’) code printed on the card can verify the identity of ID holder using a downloadable smart-phone application

What will happen to my old but still valid Postal ID?:

The old ID will remain valid up to its date of expiration. Post offices will stop issuing paperbased IDs when the new Postal ID becomes available in their area. Old but valid postal IDs may also be converted to the new Postal ID at a price discount: