Is the British Embassy in Manila will be open in November 1 & 2?

[jeanelovesdeano]

Hi everyone

i just would like to ask if the British Embassy in Manila, Phil will be open in November 1 & 2 because my fiancee will exchange his CNI into local CNI to get the legal capacity to Marry at the BRitish Embassy..Hope to get response from you all..thank u..

[RickyR]

It doesn't say anything on the website, but there is a number there (+63) (2) 858 2200 and they'll give you an answer straight away. Don't be afraid, they are nice and friendly.

[rani]

november 1 is a holiday.. i dont think it will open :NoNo:

[raynaputi]

yep..November 1 is a regular holiday so offices are closed that day..but i think the next day it's back to work for them. ;)

[rusty]

Here is the link

http://ukinthephilippines.fco.gov.uk/en/about-us/our-embassy/location-access/office-holidays

Office holidays

Year 2010

National Heroes Day Monday 30 August 2010
Bonifacio Day Tuesday 30 November 2010
Christmas Day Holiday Monday 27 December 2010
Boxing Day Holiday Tuesday 28 December 2010
Rizal Day Thursday 30 December 2010
Christmas Privilege Holiday Friday 31 December 2010

So it looks like it will be open on those dates :xxgrinning--00xx3:

[rani]

i still dont think so rusty as all the offices will be closed on nov. 1
i think even the malls will be closed by noon time but you may call the uk office to confirm :xxgrinning--00xx3:

[GIANT]

the uk embassy in manila work a snails pace and if you need anything done then keep emailining them but better to get your fiance/ husband in uk to chase them. they forget they are governed by uk law not filipino and they are employees of goverment in fact us. always excuses untill you get a legal adviser and the courts to hurry them up. but apart from them the filipinos in general are very friendly and helpful. :Wave: