PHL ConGen in HK closed 5 days from Dec. 24 to Jan. 1

The Philippine Consulate General in Hong Kong will be closed for five days between Dec. 24 and Jan. 1.

In an announcement on its website, the consulate general said there will be no transactions, including Overseas Employment Certificates issuances, on those days.

It said it will be closed on:
- Dec. 24, Wednesday, special nonworking day
- Dec. 25, Thursday, Christmas Day
- Dec. 30, Tuesday, Rizal Day
- Dec. 31, Wednesday, last day of the year
- Jan. 1, Thursday, New Year's Day

But those with emergencies may call the consulate general at:
- 9155-4023 for consular assistance
- 6080-8323 for labor
- 6345-9324 for OWWA

They may also get more information at:
- website: www.hongkongpcg.dfa.gov.ph
- Facebook: Philippine Consulate General in Hong Kong
- Email: hongkong.pcg@dfa.gov.ph
- Fax: 2866-9885

— Joel Locsin/LBG, GMA News

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