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Originally Posted by etsys

Actually, Philippines is one of the most beurocratic country, they put even India to shame
From Document of Support (invitation letter) which must carry a "RED RIBBON AUTHENTICATION" (all of which is made fake outside the BOC), to NBI clearence, Employment Certificate with Authentication (i.e. simple letter of confirmation of employment) and more and more ..
Seriously, getting it done directly is a massive chore even for locals, like the people I know working in the La Union Local Govt office. I can't imagine how painful it is to get so many paper work done, NBI, NSO and more and more .. for a passport ..
If you can afford, get a travel agent to do it for you .. or you need to make a dozen plus visit and spend twice or more for fixers ..

thks for the info
I m in no rush to apply, got lots of time to find out more.