So, you’ve been fully vaccinated—congrats! Whether you’re traveling soon, applying for a visa, or just want a digital copy of your COVID-19 vaccine certificate (because who carries paper around these days?), this guide is for you. In the Philippines, the official digital vaccine certificate issued by the Department of Health is called VaxCertPH, and yes—you can easily get VaxCertPH online in just a few minutes. No need to leave your house, brave the traffic, or line up for hours. We’ve created this step-by-step guide to walk you through the process smoothly, whether you’re tech-savvy or not. Let’s make things easy, fast, and stress-free. Ready? Let’s go digital!
What is VaxCert?
A Vaccination Certificate or VaxCert is an official document that serves as proof that an individual has received one or more vaccines, typically issued by a government health agency or authorized medical provider. It includes important details such as the person’s name, date of birth, type of vaccine administered, dates of vaccination, and the name of the administering facility or health worker. Often required for travel, school enrollment, employment, or public health monitoring, a vaccination certificate helps verify immunity against specific diseases and plays a key role in promoting public safety and preventing outbreaks.
What is VaxCertPH?
VaxCertPH is a self-service portal accessible via its official website, where vaccinated individuals may obtain a copy of their VaxCertPH certificate. Furthermore, it is protected by public-private key encryption using QR codes that can be verified online or offline utilizing the system.
Furthermore, as previously stated, the VaxCertPH certificate is intended to verify the COVID-19 vaccination status of Filipino citizens as well as non-Filipino individuals who have been vaccinated in the country. VaxCertPH is also reported to comply with WHO requirements for digital vaccine certificates and should be accepted by international apps that validate vaccination records.
VaxCertPH is based on information provided by local government units (LGUs) via the Vaccine Information Management System (VIMS). While the system is not yet available to everybody, the national government will now mandate all LGUs that do not have electronic vaccine administration systems to adopt and utilize VaxCertPH for recording and organizing vaccination information through Resolution No. 146.
How to Get VaxCertPH Online?
1. Visit the VaxCertPH Website
Start by heading over to the official VaxCertPH website at https://vaxcert.doh.gov.ph. Once you’re there, click the “CONTINUE” button to begin your request.
2. Review the Privacy Statement
Before moving forward, take a moment to read the Privacy Statement. If you agree with the terms, tick the checkbox and click “CONTINUE” to proceed.
3. Confirm Your Vaccination Status
You’ll be asked if you’re partially or fully vaccinated—just choose the option that applies to you and click “OK.”
Next, the site will ask: “Were you vaccinated more than 48 hours ago for any of your doses?” Select Yes or No, then hit “NEXT.”
4. Fill Out Your Personal Information
Enter your Last Name, First Name, Middle Name, Suffix (if applicable), and your Birthdate. Once done, click “NEXT.”
5. Provide Vaccination Details
Select the City or Municipality where you got vaccinated and indicate the dates of your first and second doses. Then click “Verify Vaccination Information.”
Double-check all the info you entered and make sure it matches your vaccination card from your LGU. When everything looks correct, click “CONTINUE.”
6. Complete the Security Check
For security purposes, you’ll be shown a captcha (a random set of characters). Just type them into the box and click “OK.”
7. Generate Your VaxCertPH
If your record is found in the system, you’ll have two options:
- Click “Generate Vaccination Certificate” if all the information is accurate.
- Or click “Update Record” if you notice any errors that need correcting.
8. Download Your Certificate
That’s it! Once generated, you can now download and save your VaxCertPH certificate—your official proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
VaxCertPH Actual Digital Vaccine Certificate:
Couldn’t find your record? Here’s how to submit a request and who to contact.
If no record of your digital vaccination certificate is found in the system, you can make a request to have your data updated by following the procedure below.
Please note that you will need to submit a copy of your local COVID-19 Vaccination Card/Certificate as well as one (1) Government Issued ID.
Any changes to your request will be forwarded to the contact information you provided. If you have not received feedback within 48 hours, please call 8941-1111 or customercare@email.com.
If you have any more inquiries, please contact the DOH VaxCert Support team at vaxcertsupport@doh.gov.ph or by phone at 88-7614-88.
