The Pag-ibig office in SM Aura's Office Tower is strategically located at the same floor as with…read morethe satellite offices of SSS, GSIS and Philhealth. When I went here to fix my papers for the new job I was entering just a few months back, I really appreciated how smooth the process was and how convenient the office is. Admittedly, I was initially scared to process anything with any government office because I knew how much of a hassle it could be. Luckily though, SM Aura's office tower housed the best government offices and I saved myself the hassle of being in uncomfortable places. As predicted, I got done in less than a couple of hours. I was able to finish all my errands without breaking a sweat! Hahaha. I don't dread filing government papers anymore, thank God!

open po ba ngaun ang office? For releasing po ng passport? sana po may sumagot thank uread more

I am very pleased to have had my passport renewed at DFA Megamall. It was organized and quick -…read moreless than an hour! The only thing I was a bit bummed about was that I brought too many requirements, when all they checked/asked for were copies of my valid IDs (I had 4, only 2-3 are needed), second & last pages of my expired passport, and the actual passport! Eh I also had my police & barangay clearances, as well as my NSO-certified birth certificate! Better safe than sorry, I guess. I opted to pick up the new passport instead of having it shipped; I have an excuse to go out! Hehe!

Quite the nice people working here. They were very thorough…read moreand pleasant to work with. From the intake to the post-appointment was a good experience the first visit! Shout out to the lady that took my pic and Dr, Lubag!

I always pass by the Coastal Mall Terminal on my way home and I notice the buses going to Cavite…read moreand Batangas - yes, this terminal is meant for provincial routes. It would really be convenient if there were also buses bound for Las Piñas (and also Sucat, for those living there), so that those of us who rode a bus from Edsa need not walk through the terminal and cross the overpass to get to the other side of the road where we could ride the bus going home. In any case, though, this one-stop terminal for those going to Cavite or Batangas is definitely convenient. They have some food stalls, though, and even a tiangge. I noted many stalls selling nice clothes. Some even sell household items and decorations. The terminal is at least well-lighted enough so that even when I go home late and pass by this terminal to walk up the overpass, I feel safe enough.

Consider the Coastal Mall Terminal your gateway to all that the south has to offer. Home to a…read morenumber of bus lines like Jam And San Agustin, its an easy jump off point if you want to head out to say Mt. Pico de Loro or Mt. Batulao, both of which are in Batangas. Unlike other bus stations, the buses here run or regular schedules (hourly schedules) so most of the trips these buses take aren't express. The terminals are labeled properly so it's easy enough to find the bus you need to get on. If you're unsure, simply ask one of yhe conductors and they will graciously point you to the right terminal and bus. While waiting, there's an ample waiting shed and the terminal is equipped with wifi if you can believe that! It's a pretty busy station so food concessionaires are not in short supply. Have a go at experiencing the south side and drop by this terminal for your next adventure.

The staff are very accommodating and kind. My first time…read morecoming in and I felt respect and courtesy. Efficient and knowledgeable was my take with who I interacted with.

CAMP lib has been one of my lurk arounds in UP Manila. Of course, this is the only place in UP…read moreManila where I could take naps. Well, studying is also my intent going there. The place is fairly new because CAMP just moved to a new building. I kinda miss the older one because it was more spacious than the one we have right now. However, I'm still not complaining about the new one because despite the smaller space, it's still enough because there's not a lot of people inside except during lunch breaks. What I also love about now is that they're now open even during lunch breaks and every Saturday which really helped during our thesis work. I just hope the librarian gets doesn't complain especially on instances where discussions get intense. Well, that's something you really can't take away from librarians. They really take silence seriously even if there's no one else in the room that you'll bother.

Yung passport ko di pa nadeliver uuwi nlng Ako Ng probinsya Hanggang ngayon Wala pa rin. Di ko rin…read moremacontact Yung number na binigay nila

I am very happy with the service at DFA Aseana. Yes, the travel time sucks and trying to get a ride…read moreback is difficult. But, even with the throngs of people who get their passports processed or renewed, they managed to keep the chaos in control and get things done efficiently! I was extremely relieved and pleased with the quick turn around in renewing my passport. My concern was simple in that there was no name changes but my marital status had to be changed. So, I made sure everything I needed was with me which included a letter from my husband stating that he is aware that I will be keeping my last name. It came in handy because they did ask me that! (Note: it is still NOT the norm for a married woman in the Philippines to keep her last name after getting married. I kept mine. So, there are still many government representatives who find that "weird.") It is helpful for you to read the instructions on their website thoroughly to save yourself some time and effort. Also, you MUST schedule via online. They will not accept walk-ins unless you are a Senior Citizen. Actually, that is my next tip, if you are renewing with a Senior Citizen, let the staff know and they will help make the process go faster in terms of waiting in line and document filing. In the end, the whole process took about 45 minutes that includes the papers processing and ID photo taking. After my photo was taken, I was given the option of getting my passport in 7 days instead of 14 days. I gladly paid a fee for that service because I was going on my honeymoon and I did not want to risk delays. Lo and behold, I picked up my renewed 7 days later! Quick and easy! :)

Giving five star because of the workers here! They are very nice and helpful. Thank u for your…read morehardwork guys!!! Special thanks to ms. Gunabe for all the help. Keep it up po. And continue to do good and help others.

I think government offices have that reputation of being labyrinthine and complicated, with their…read moreseveral departments playing host to severely bureaucratic and unnecessary processes and steps that the public has to go through. Also, more often than not, government offices are run-down, with important and not to mention basic conveniences (like A/C, automatic queuing systems) usually out of order or malfunctioning, thus complicating things for the people. There are a few exceptions, though. Commission on Filipinos Overseas may be a little out of the way and a bit challenging to go to if you don't drive your own car, but the processes here are streamlined and are detailed in the citizen's charter, which displays the steps that people have to follow to secure their different trainings and registrations before they are given permits. I think in terms of governance, CFO is doing a great job in preventing human trafficking by providing orientations and seminars on what to expect when working abroad. They also have different programs that provide informative courses and lessons on a broad array of topics, such as financial literacy for Filipino beneficiaries of remittances, wise investing, and the like. The lines are always organized, and the staff are always helpful in answering your questions. There are proper waiting areas and the processes just seem very organized and well-planned. Also, the website for this particular agency has a lot of information and is up to date, something that other agencies must also strive for.