The Philippine Embassy in Berlin

EXTENDED IMPLEMENTATION OF COVID-19 MITIGATION MEASURES

As announced by the German Federal Government on 15 April 2020, COVID-19 mitigation/social distancing measures shall remain in effect until 3 May 2020.

Additional measures may be in place for individual states & communities. Check your state's & local authorities' official announcements for further guidance

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HOW CAN I HELP?

To protect your self, your family and your community, follow the measures prescribed by the German Federal Government, these are as follows:

- limit outdoor gatherings (only for exercise or errands) to two persons except of the same household.
- keep a 1.5 meter gap between individuals/groups
- postpone all non-essential travel, including daytrips

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DO I HAVE TO WEAR A FACEMASK?

The use of non-medical facemask, though not required, is strongly recommended by the German Government when going to a supermarket or on public transport.

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WHEN WILL PUBLIC LIFE RETURN TO NORMAL?

The German Federal and State governments are gradually easing restrictions, Retail shops (max. of floor area of 800 sq.m.), car dealerships, bike shops, bookstores, libraries, archives, botanical gardens and zoos will be allowed to re-open on Monday, 20 April 2020.

Schools, except kindergartens and daycare centers, will resume operations in stages, starting 4 May 2020. Primary and secondary schools will be prioritized.

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CAN I GO TO CHURCH OR ATTEND PUBLIC EVENTS?

Public religious services are NOT allowed for the time being.

Events, such as concert, football matches, and other activities attended by a large group of people will remain prohibited until 30 August 2020.

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CAN I DINE OUT OR WATCH A MOVIE?

Unfortunately, not yet. Restaurants, cafés, bars, and entertainment establishments, like cinemas and theaters will remain close until further notice.

You can still enjoy your favorite food, just order for take-away or delivery, then enjoy a good movie at the safety of your own home.

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WHEN CAN I GET A HAIRCUT?

The German government plans to allow beauty salons, and barber shops to open on 4 May 2020, provided the establishments' personnel wear proper protective gear.

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FEELING UNWELL?

If CoVID-19 infection is suspected, please take the following steps as a precaution:

-stay home
- isolate yourself, as much as possible, from other members of your household.
- contact your local health department for advice.

In case of emergency, call 112 and inform the phone operator that CoVID-19 infection is suspected.

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WHERE SHOULD I SEND QUERIES ON OR AVAIL OF CONSULAR SERVICES?

For applicant from the länders Berlin, Niedersachsen, Sachsen, Sachsen-Anhalt, Brandenburg, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Schleswig-Holstein, Hamburg, and Bremen you may refer to the Philippine Embassy in Berlin: http://philippine-embassy.de/2020/04/27/public-advisory-no-18/

For applicant for the länders Hessen, Nordhein-Westfalen, Thüringen, Baden-Württemberg, Rheinland-Pfalz, Saarland, and Bayern, that are under the jurisdiction of the Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt you may refer to: https://frankfurtpcg.de/appointments or contact frankfurtpcg.consular@dfa.gov.ph for appointment.

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PARTIAL RE-OPENING OF ON-SITE SERVICES

The Philippine Embassy in Berlin will resume partial on-site operations for Consular Services on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 10:00AM to 1:00PM starting 11 May 2020, strictly by appointment only for public health reasons. Please refer to Embassy Advisory No. 18 on procedures for services.

All clients are likewise requested to observe social distancing and to wear a face mask in the Embassy premises.

Face masks are available for those who do not have any.
Applicants are to avoid bringing a companion, unless requiring assistance (Senior citizens, PWDs, minors, pregnant).

Thank you for your coooperation.

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EXPANSION OF CONSULAR OPERATIONS EFFECTIVE 1 JULY 2020

 

Further to the Philippine Embassy’s Advisory No. 18 dated 6 May 2020 announcing the gradual resumption of the Embassy’s consular operations, the Embassy, effective 1 July 2020, will now offer longer opening hours from 10 am to 3 pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, except on public holidays.

 

Consular services continue to be rendered on a by-appointment system only. Following are the services being offered in person:

  1. Passport (first time application/ renewal and/or extension of validity)
  2. Travel Document (for those with expired /lost passports returning to PH within 30days)
  3. Acknowledgment of Special Power of Attorney and other Affidavits
  4. Completion of NBI Fingerprint Card (those who still have a copy of their previous NBI clearance issued from 2014 onwards do not need to accomplish the NBI fingerprint card – please check this NBI website for more details: https://clearance.nbi.gov.ph/
  5. Marriage Counseling (bride and groom only)
  6. Solemnization of Marriage (only the groom, the bride and 2 witnesses are allowed)

Entry of clients into the building is regulated and clients are required to wear masks while inside the building. Companions will be allowed entry only if their presence is essential (i.e. if client is a minor or needs physical assistance).

Clients can request for an appointment through this link: http://philippine-embassy.de/consular-appointment/

Other services, such as authentication of documents and civil registry services (Report of Birth, Marriage and Death) are only accepted by mail.

Clients are expected to bring the complete requirements for the service they are applying for. Information on the requirements can be found on the Embassy’s website http://philippine-embassy.de/ (click consular services)

IMPORTANT NOTE:

As a health and safety precaution, the Embassy is observing limited public hours of operation, thereby resulting in reduced appointment capacity and logistical challenges. Therefore, until normal operations resume, the Embassy’s appointment system is extended ONLY FOR CLIENTS RESIDING IN THE FEDERAL STATES UNDER THE EMBASSY’S JURISDICTION: BERLIN, BRANDENBURG, HAMBURG, BREMEN, SAXONY, LOWER SAXONY, SAXONY-ANHALT, SCHLESWIG-HOLSTEIN, AND MECKLENBURG-VORPOMMEN.

Those residing in the Federal States of Hesse, North Rhine Westphalia, Baden-Württemberg, Rhineland Palatinate, Saarland, Thuringia and Bavaria are advised to directly inquire with the Philippine Consulate General In Frankfurt Am Main (www.frankfurtpcg.de). Those residing outside Germany are advised to contact the Philippine Embassy which has jurisdiction over their country of residence.

 

PDF: Public Advisory 23 -Expansion of Consular Operations Effective 01 July 2020

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CONTACT US

Luisenstrasse 16, 10117 Berlin
Phone: +49 (0) 30 864 95 00
E-mail: info@philippine-embassy.de

Emergencies: +49 (0) 173 521 57 03
(Please help us keep the line free for those with real emergencies. Do not call this number for regular inquiries.)

Opening Hours
(Consular Section):
Mon – Wed – Fri 10:00H – 13:00H
(Except on Philippine and German holidays)

ATTACHED AGENCY:

Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO)

Tel. No. +49 (0) 30 864 95 0 301

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