The Bureau of Quarantine (BOQ) now issues the International Certificate of Vaccination or ICV for COVID-19 in the Philippines. ICV serves as a vaccine passport, particularly for international travelers (OFWs, seafarers, and tourists). So here, we'll be talking about everything you need to know about BOQ's ICV, including the appointment process, requirements, fees, and more. Under International Certification, clients may book an appointment for getting Duplicate/Re-issuance of ICV, International Certificate for Polio, and International Certificate for COVID-19. On July 19, 2021, the BOQ introduced the new International Certificate of Vaccination card (also known as vaccine passport.) Now, other than ICV for Polio, the bureau also issues ICV for COVID-19. Fully vaccinated individuals that are bound for international travel may request an International Certificate of Vaccination (ICV) from the bureau, given that they shall comply with specific guidelines. If in case the international traveler is already leaving and his/her records were not yet updated, they can request certification from his/her LGU or special vaccination centers, i.e., bakuna center, hospitals, and other institutions that verify the authenticity of their vaccination card. I've been an avid fan of the Moo cards ever since they went online. Read more in our articles including "How to get an International Certificate of Vaccination (ICV) card for COVID-19 in the Philippines" and "Moo Mini Cards: An Expensive Lesson in Proofreading".
