PHLPost resumes applications for postal ID

The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) announced on Tuesday the resumption of applications for postal IDs. 

PHLPost suspended the acceptance of rush and regular postal ID applications on March 10, 2023 due to technical issues. 

Applicants must personally apply in several capturing post offices branches nationwide. 

First-time applicants must bring the original and a photocopy of the following documents: 

• One proof of identity -  birth certificate from the Philippine Statistics Authority or local civil registry, GSIS, SSS UMID Card, driver’s license, or passport 
• One proof of address - barangay clearance, certified true copy of lease, certified true copy of titles, certified true copy of real estate tax receipt, bank statement, credit card statement, school billing statement, or utility bill

For renewal, applicants must also bring an original and photocopy of their expired postal ID, any proof of identity, and address. 

Married women must also bring their marriage certificate, PHLPost said.

The application fee costs P550. — Vince Angelo Ferreras/BM, GMA Integrated News