WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THIS CARD?
This card is issued by the Philippine Consulate General in Barcelona to gather demographic information of the Filipino Community within the Consulate´s jurisdiction, aiding in the development of tailored, data-driven policies. Registration ensures direct access to vital advisories and community activities.
Importantly, it serves an additional purpose as an identification card, recognized by Spanish authorities, affirming its legitimacy and the bearer's identity. This dual functionality underscores its value both for policy formulation and as a practical tool for community members.
To ensure up-to-date information, the card will have a two-year validity.
WHO MAY APPLY FOR OR RENEW THIS CARD?
- All Filipino citizens, especially those who recently arrived in Spain, regardless of immigration status
- Those who already have a paper-based yellow card registration but with changes in the personal data (eg. change of name/civil status, address, contact details)
- Those who already have a paper-based yellow card registration but who would like to have their cards replaced by the new card.
- Those whose paper-based yellow cards are about to expire or are expired.
- All Filipino citizens, of any age, who are residents of Catalonia, Aragon, Valencia, Balearic Islands and Andorra.
WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR CARD APPLICATION/RENEWAL?
- Copy of the information page of valid Philippine passport/Philippine identity document
- Copy of latest empadronamiento or any proof of residency
HOW TO APPLY?
Register via this link: tinyurl.com/BCNFCRC and personally appear at the Consulate or at Consular Outreach Mission sites, for data verification (to present your valid Philippine Passport and Empadronamiento/proof of residency) , biometric capture and issuance of the FCRC.
Note: There is no fee for this service. However, personal appearance of the applicant and presentation of the requirements are mandatory.