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Section 8Sec./Art. 8
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Emergency Travel Documents. - Types of emergency travel documents:
(a) Emergency Passports shall be issued to Filipino travelers who have lost their passports while traveling overseas and are justifiably in need to complete their intended overseas travel prior to their return to the Philippines or their residence overseas. This shall be valid for one (1) year from the date of issuance; and
(b) Emergency Travel Certificate shall be issued to Filipinos returning to the Philippines who have lost their passports overseas or cannot be issued a regular passport. This certificate shall be valid for thirty (30) days up to six (6) months from the date of issuance.
The Filipino's alien spouse and children who are traveling to, or are returning as permanent residents of, the Philippines may also be issued an emergency travel certificate.
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