Philippine Consulate General in Houston

09/04/2026

Interested in a career in diplomacy and international relations?

The Philippine Consulate General invites qualified Filipinos interested in pursuing a career in the Philippine Foreign Service to take the Foreign Service Officer Examination (FSOE).

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) offers Filipinos the opportunity to represent the country across a wide range of fields — from political and economic affairs to consular work and assistance to nationals, cultural diplomacy, and engagement with communities around the world.

IMPORTANT DATES:

16 September 2026 — Start of application period
30 October 2026 — Deadline for submission of applications
24 January 2027 — FSOE Qualifying Test

Application forms and complete information may be downloaded here: https://tinyurl.com/34me9cun.

09/02/2026

The Bureau of Treasury invites Overseas Filipinos to a Financial Literacy Session on Retail Treasury Bonds (RTBs). 

RTBs are debt securities issued by the Philippine government through the Bureau of Treasury and form part of a program to make government securities available to retail investors, especially private individuals.

Learn about the features and benefits of RTBs, as well as available investment platforms that make investing in government securities more accessible and convenient. 

3 September 2026 | 7:00 PM (Houston time) 
Online via Zoom: https://bit.ly/RTBRoadShow9426 

Interested participants may register through the 2026 RTB Financial Literacy Registration Form: 
https://forms.gle/g7yvxzuLx15mVTJF7 

Join the session and learn more about RTBs as an investment option for building savings and working toward your financial goals.

09/01/2026

Consul General Gunther Sales attended the Annual Gala of the Filipino American Council of Texas (FACT) on 29 August 2026 at the Philippine Community Center in Houston.

Speaking on the theme of bridging Filipino
heritage with impactful leadership and civic service in Texas, Consul General Sales noted that Filipino Americans born in the Philippines naturally brought their connection to the homeland with them. For their children and grandchildren, born and raised in the United States, that connection is not always automatic. It has to be built rather than assumed, and he said the Consulate intends to take on its share of that important work alongside the community.

Administering the oath of office to the incoming officers of FACT for 2026-2027 under Chairman Jonathan Gecomo, he urged the new leadership to encourage young Filipino Americans to also actively participate in the community’s activities. He likewise presented the Leadership Hall of Fame Award to Attorney Lope Goodwin Lindio, and to Gina Shankar, PhD, RN, and welcomed three organizations into lifetime membership in the council, namely the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Texas, the Houston Cypress Performing Lions, and the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary Houston Division.

Established in 1993, FACT serves as an umbrella association of various Filipino community organizations in Texas. The Consulate values its partnership with the council and looks forward to continued cooperation under its incoming leadership, following the term of outgoing Chairman Gilda Genova.

09/01/2026

The Philippine Consulate is closely monitoring Potential Tropical Cyclone Five, forecast to strengthen into Tropical Storm Edouard and make landfall near the Texas-Louisiana border on Tuesday, 1 September.

A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect from Port Bolivar, TX to Vermilion/Cameron Parish, LA. Kababayans in Southwest Louisiana and the Upper Texas Coast, including Houston, should prepare for heavy rain, flooding, and possible power outages.

🔴 Stay updated. Heed local authorities regarding travel and emergency announcements. More information can also be accessed through the City of Houston Office of Emergency Management website (www.houstonoem.org).

📞 For live emergencies, please dial 911. For consular assistance, the Consulate may be reached through (346) 256-4522.

Stay safe, kababayans! 🇵🇭

08/28/2026

The public is advised of the Consulate's holiday schedule for September 2026.

08/27/2026

Filipino nationals in the United States are advised to remain informed of recent developments in U.S. immigration and visa policies and to ensure compliance with applicable U.S. immigration laws.

Recent reports indicate that the U.S. Department of State has begun reviewing B1/B2 business and tourist visas issued to foreign nationals who subsequently applied for asylum in the United States, with visa revocations expected to be undertaken on a rolling basis.

Filipino nationals who have concerns regarding their current immigration status are strongly encouraged to consult a qualified U.S. immigration attorney or an accredited legal service provider for advice appropriate to their individual circumstances.

The Filipino community is reminded that immigration cases are determined by the appropriate U.S. authorities based on the circumstances of each case.

For emergency consular assistance and Assistance-to-Nationals (ATN) concerns, Filipino nationals may call (346) 256 4522 or email [email protected]

[ADVISORY] U.S. IMMIGRATION AND VISA DEVELOPMENTS

The Philippine Embassy advises Filipino nationals in the United States to remain informed of recent developments in U.S. immigration and visa policies and to ensure compliance with applicable U.S. immigration laws.

Recent reports indicate that the U.S. Department of State has begun reviewing B1/B2 business and tourist visas issued to foreign nationals who subsequently applied for asylum in the United States, with visa revocations expected to be undertaken on a rolling basis.

Filipino nationals who have concerns regarding their current immigration status are strongly encouraged to consult a qualified U.S. immigration attorney or an accredited legal service provider for advice appropriate to their individual circumstances.

The Embassy reminds the Filipino community that immigration cases are determined by the appropriate U.S. authorities based on the circumstances of each case.

For emergency consular assistance and Assistance-to-Nationals (ATN) concerns, Filipino nationals may call 202 368 2767 or 202-769-8049, or send an email to [email protected].

08/25/2026

Important announcement for the upcoming back-to-back consular outreach missions in Lubbock, Texas and Albuquerque, New Mexico:

Kababayans who wish to apply for and/or renew their passports, including those who signed up through the Google Form, are encouraged to secure their appointment slots through passport.gov.ph and choose “PCG Houston - Outreach in Lubbock, Texas” or “PCG Houston - Outreach in Albuquerque, New Mexico” as appropriate.

Those requiring other consular services (dual citizenship, notary, and civil registry) are advised to send copies of their requirements to [email protected] for prior assessment and further guidance.

We look forward to serving you in Lubbock and Albuquerque!

08/21/2026

Dropping soon on the Philippine Consulate General website. Watch this space.

08/19/2026

Over a shared Filipino meal, a cuisine shaped by centuries of exchange with our Southeast Asian neighbors, the Philippine Consulate General in Houston hosted the Consulates General of Indonesia and Viet Nam for a luncheon of friendship among the resident ASEAN posts in Texas. A fitting expression of steadfast regional camaraderie as the Philippines chairs ASEAN in 2026 under the theme “Navigating Our Future, Together.” 🇵🇭🇮🇩🇻🇳

(18 August 2026)

08/14/2026

The Philippine Consulate General connected with Commissioner Lesley Briones at Harris County Precinct 4’s reception for Houston’s diplomatic community on 13 August 2026. With the Consulate located within Precinct 4, we welcome this opportunity to strengthen our ties with the Precinct and look forward to continued cooperation in the future.