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Amendments. A passport may be amended at the request of the holder for any lawful purpose, but such amendment should be approved by the Secretary or his duly authorized diplomatic or consular officers.
Diplomatic and official passports shall be submitted for revalidation before each departure of the holder.
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Confirm amendment, repeal, effectivity, and official publication.