Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) are among those currently being given priority for the Philippines’ digital vaccination certificate system—or VaxCertPH—which can be used as proof of vaccination.
But how can OFWs apply for such?
OFWs can apply by going to the VaxCertPH portal at https://vaxcert.doh.gov.ph/ and providing required details such as vaccination information. This will be matched with the information from the Vaccination Information Management System (VIMS) which were provided by the LGUs.
Once done, the applicant can download, save, and print the certificate.
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There are also means available for those who do not have internet resources as applicants can also seek the help of their respective LGUs. Certain LGUs also have physical VaxCertPH registration centers available.
“Should the individual encounter errors in certificate generation due to incorrect details in their [VIMS] record, the user will be asked to submit the details to be corrected, proof of vaccination, and a government-issued ID. The authorized LGU will validate the data and rectify the records accordingly,” according to the Department of Health.
For now, the service is only available for OFWs and residents of Metro Manila and Baguio City who are traveling abroad. Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque said the service will be available to the public “at a later time.” (NM)
