Bringing passport services nearer to the people in Northern Mindanao.
VISION OF THE DEPARTMENT
- A foreign service worthy of the trust and pride of every Filipino
- An organization of competent, dedicated and highly motivated personnel meeting the highest standards of professionalism and commitment
MISSION OF THE DEPARTMENT
To advance the interests of the Philippines and the Filipino people in the world community in the pursuit of the State's foreign policy
- We pursue bilateral, regional and global cooperation in order to achieve peace, prosperity and stability.
- In the global arena, we work for social justice, promote human rights, fundamental freedoms and a democratic way of life.
- We are committed to stop environmental degradation, transnational crimes and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.
- Our missions abroad are the partners of Filipinos overseas in protecting their rights and promoting their well-being.
- Our personnel are our greatest assets.
- We are committed to the personal, professional and career development of each employee.
- In pursuing our goals, we live by the principles of excellence, integrity and patriotism.
MANDATE OF THE RCO
The Regional Consular Office, which was established initially as a small passport extension office in 1991, is mandated to:
- Deliver passport services in Northern Mindanao;
- Respond to requests for assistance of relatives of overseas Filipino workers;
- Participate in countryside development cooperation projects; and
- Liaison with other government agencies and represent the Department in various government programs and activities at the regional and local levels.
RCO STAFF COMPLEMENT
Twenty-three (19) personnel composed of eight (8) regular, nine (6) contractual, and six (5) Contract-of-Service staff make up our dedicated and competent RCO Team.