The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported a total of 81,005,872 Filipinos successfully completing PhilSys registration as of October 3, 2023.
The increasing number of registrants aligns with the PSA's goal of ensuring an inclusive and accessible national identification system for senior citizens, children, and persons with disabilities (PWDs).
The PSA is placing particular emphasis on Filipinos residing in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDAs).
Efforts will be made to visit countrymen across the country and deliver registration services to them.
PhilSys registration hits 81 million
Oct 9, 2023 09:00 AM
At a glance
The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported that the number of Filipinos registered with the Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) has surpassed 81 million.
In a statement, PSA Undersecretary Claire Dennis S. Mapa said a total of 81,005,872 Filipinos have successfully completed the PhilSys registration process, as of Oct. 3, 2023.
Mapa said the growing number of registrants reflects PSA's commitment to establish an inclusive and accessible national identification system for senior citizens, children, and persons with disabilities (PWDs).
He further emphasized that the PSA is placing particular focus on Filipinos residing in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDAs).
“One of the many consistent demonstrations of such dedication includes the use of PhilSys on Wheels, where vehicles are equipped with registration kits to reach GIDAs,” Mapa said.
For instance, in Ilocos Norte, PSA personnel mounted registration kits on a tricycle to bring PhilSys registration services to Pagudpud, the northernmost municipality of the province.
In Davao del Norte, PSA personnel crossed the waters of Liboganon River and walked for 3 to 4 hours to register the indigenous peoples (IPs) of Sitio Mambago in the municipality of Kapalong.
Through the initiative, 171 IPs were able to register to PhilSys.
Similar efforts are conducted in various parts of the country to ensure that no one is left behind in PhilSys.
"The PhilSys journey is one of dedication and determination. Reaching 81 million registrants is a reflection of our commitment to inclusivity and accessibility for all Filipinos," said Mapa, who is also the National Statistician and Civil Registrar General.
"Our goal has always been to ensure that every citizen, regardless of their circumstances, has access to PhilSys. We will make an effort to visit our countrymen wherever they may be in order to deliver registration services to them,” he added.
Meanwhile, PhilSys services remain available in fixed registration centers nationwide and are open to walk-in registrations.
Filipinos who have yet to register to PhilSys can head to any registration center and bring their supporting documents.