Looking into What is the requirements for getting NBI? Before you schedule your visit, though, applicants should prepare the following requirements:
1. Two (2) valid government-issued IDs
- Passport
- Driver’s license
- UMID
- PhilHealth ID
- TIN ID
- Postal ID
- Voter’s ID
- PRC ID
- Senior Citizen ID
- OFW ID
- National ID
- PSA Birth Certificate
- PWD ID
- Police Clearance
2. Barangay Certification (for first-time job seekers)
First-time job seekers are eligible for a free NBI Clearance under the First Time Jobseekers Assistance Act. All they need to do is to present their Barangay Certificate, which is essentially proof that they are, in fact, a first-time job seeker and have lived in their place of residence for at least six (6) months. This Barangay Certificate should also come with an Oath of Undertaking.
How to Apply for an NBI-Clearance in 13 Easy Steps
Follow this step-by-step guide to breeze through your NBI appointment:
1. Head to the NBI Clearance Services website.
2. Here, choose your preferred language and agree to the data privacy disclaimer.
3. If this is your first time applying, you’ll need to register for an account. Fill out all the necessary fields and confirm your application by entering the OTP sent to your mobile phone or email address.
4. Once registration is complete, log in to your account and fill out the application form.
5. Click “Save Information,” then “Apply for Clearance.”
6. Choose the type of valid ID you’ll present during the appointment. Click “I Agree.”
7. Choose the NBI Branch you’ll submit your application form and show up to.
8. Choose your preferred appointment date and time (AM or PM). The blue boxes in the calendar will indicate the number of open slots in your preferred branch.
9. Select a payment method: an NBI Clearance costs ₱130, plus the ₱25 service fee. Double-check your appointment schedule and personal details.
10. Follow the instructions of your chosen payment method. Take note or screenshot the reference number. You’ll need it when you pay and enter the NBI Clearance center.
11. Pay for your NBI Clearance. Then, go to the “Transactions” page to see if your application status is “Paid” or “Pending.” Click “Details” to review your application form.
12. Await your appointment date.
Bringing your requirements with you, show up at your selected NBI Branch on your appointment schedule. Here, your photo and biometrics will be taken to complete the application process. Lastly, you can claim your NBI Clearance within the day.
Already Applied Before? Here’s the Renewal Process!
You don’t have to go through the process above if you’re after the renewal of your NBI Clearance. You have the option to choose the NBI Clearance Quick Renewal service that will deliver your renewed NBI Clearance door-to-door nationwide. Here are the steps you need to follow
1. Go to the NBI Clearance Services website
2. Choose your preferred language and agree to the data privacy disclaime
3. Enter your NBI account credentials to log in. On the home screen, tap the “Click Here” button under the NBI Clearance Renewal header.
4. Enter your old NBI ID number and other required information in the pop-up box. Only expired NBI Clearances issued from October 16, 2016, can apply for NBI Clearance Quick Renewal
5. Click “Verify,” then fill out the NBI Clearance delivery form.
6. Choose a payment method and take note of the reference number. Pay ₱330 for your NBI Clearance Quick Renewal and ₱25 for the service fee. NBI Clearance Quick Renewal is more expensive than the usual NBI Clearance because the costs include the delivery fee.
7. Wait for your renewed NBI Clearance to arrive within three to seven days for Metro Manila and Luzon residents or seven to ten days for Visayas and Mindanao residents.