The interview is private and short. It is there so the certificate is taken seriously by the office that asked for it.
Certificate of indigency
Free. For hospitals, burial assistance, scholarships and the Public Attorney’s Office.
In Filipino: Sertipiko ng indigency
- Fee
- Free
- Total time
- 30 minutes
- Where and when
- Barangay hall, Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm
Request online, pick up at the hall
Who may apply
Residents who need help with hospital bills, burial, school fees or legal aid.
What to bring
- Valid ID
- What it is for: the hospital bill, the school letter or the request from the office asking for it
Step by step
| Step | What you do | Where | Time | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tell the secretary what you need it for | Barangay hall, secretary’s window | 10 minutes | None |
| 2 | A short interview with the social services kagawad, in private | Barangay hall | 15 minutes | None |
| 3 | The secretary prints the certificate for signing | Barangay hall, secretary’s window | 5 minutes | None |
Questions?
Ask the barangay secretary at the hall, or call (02) 0000 0112, Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.