passports, DFA, and fixers

we renewed our passports last friday afternoon and got them today. I can say that the government is efficient on their passport processings. everything is on time and fast.

a very minor drawback is the lack of posted instructions. but this is not a big factor as you can freely ask the security personnel and DFA employees for assistance.

No long lines were present when we renewed.

Releasing is ultra fast as you just go to your designated window, show your claim receipt and the passport is in front of you.

just keep in mind that there are MILLIONS of fixers blocking your way to the main entrance. JUST IGNORE THEM. they have TONS OF TRICKS to lure you into their trap. just be firm and ignore their instructions and proceed empty handed to the DFA main entrance.

once inside, you are now free from hassles, no fixers, no noisy people, only persons who has real businesses inside.

in the compound are complete facilities. you can get your passport pictures, photocopy your old passports, buy black pens, clear plastic pouch for photos, paste, staplers and free application forms. YOU DON'T NEED THE SERVICES OF FIXERS OUTSIDE.

Just go in the DFA entrance straight and then you are now ready for all your needs inside the compound under a cool shade without the high service price given by fixers.