MANILA (Mindanao Examiner / June 11, 2013) – The Philippines reminded Filipinos residing and visiting Dubai and the Northern Emirates to make sure their passports are valid for at least six months and in good condition.
It said the immigration authorities will deny entry or exit to anyone whose passport has been tampered with or defective or no longer valid.
If any noticeable passport defect Filipinos are told to visit the Consulate General or the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi before traveling.
It said a tampered, defective or expired passport may lead to questioning or detention at the airport, being stranded in a location where consular services are not readily available like Kish Island, Iran or deportation.
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