Independent volunteer civic tech community
Welcome to BetterGov.ph
The volunteer run portal of the Republic of the Philippines. Find information, access government services, stay updated with the latest news about the Philippines.
Popular services
- 01Find government servicesBrowse 194 government services by name or category
- 02Get emergency hotlinesPolice, fire, medical, disaster and social service numbers in one list
- 03Get certificates and IDsBirth, marriage, NBI, postal ID, PWD, SSS and national ID services
- 04Check visa requirementsCheck if you need a visa and how long you can stay
- 05Track flood control projectsSearch 9,855 projects by year, region, province and contractor
Leadership
The people who lead BetterGov.ph.
Offices and units
Know the Philippines
Learn about the country, its history, and where to get help in an emergency.
About the Philippines
An introduction to the Philippines, covering geography, population, capital, landscape, climate, government, and culture.
Read 02About the Philippines
Learn about the Philippines — its geography, people, climate, history, culture, and key facts like languages, currency, and government.
Read 03History of the Philippines
An overview of Philippine history from the pre-colonial period through Spanish and American eras to independence, with key figures and dates.
Read 04Philippines Emergency Hotlines
Directory of important Philippine emergency and public service hotlines for police, fire, medical, disaster, transport, weather, utilities, and social services.
ReadServices and travel
Find services, IDs, business permits, exchange rates and travel requirements.
Government Services Directory
Browse and search official Philippine government services by name or category, with 194 services listed.
Read 02Certificates and IDs
Find official Philippine government services for certificates and IDs, including PSA birth, marriage, death and CENOMAR certificates, NBI clearance, Postal ID, PWD ID, MySSS Card, and PhilSys National ID.
Read 03Business and Trade
Directory of Philippine government services for business and trade, including business registration, trademarks and patents, SEC documents, consumer complaints, and import and export.
Read 04Visa Requirements by Country
Check if you need a visa to visit the Philippines and how long you can stay visa-free, by country of citizenship.
ReadTransparency and volunteering
Explore volunteer-built transparency tools and how you can help.
Flood Control Projects
Interactive dashboard of 9,855 flood control projects worth ₱547,603,497,105 from 2,409 contractors, searchable by year, region, province and type of work.
Read 02Flood Control Projects Map
Explore flood control infrastructure projects across the Philippines on an interactive map by region, year, and type of work.
Read 03Our Projects
Directory of 18 active BetterGov.ph community projects, including budget trackers, transparency portals, hotlines, and open data tools.
Read 04Join Us
Join BetterGov.ph, a volunteer-led civic tech initiative building open-source tools to make government more transparent, efficient, and accessible.
ReadTransparency and accountability
Documents this office publishes under the Transparency Seal, and the national portals where you can check procurement, budgets and records.
Published by BetterGov.ph
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Popular Services
The volunteer run portal of the Republic of the Philippines. Find information, access government services, stay updated with the latest news about the Philippines. Quick links: National ID, Birth Certificate, Business Registration.
Government Services
Access official government services quickly and easily. Find what you need for citizenship, business, education, and more.
Business Copyright, Trademark and Patent; Business Registration, Certificates and Compliance; Complaints
Certificates; Clearances; ID
Benefits Registration; Salary Loans
Disaster-prone Areas; Weather
Financial Assistance; Professionals; Research and Proposal
Professionals; Salary Loans; Union Association
Financial Assistance; Health Programs; Health Researches
Housing Loans; Land Titles
Travel; Visa and Citizenship
Benefits Registration; File Complaints; Salary Loans
Calculators; Certificates; Register
Financial Assistance; License; Transport Complains
Real-Time Data Services
Access up-to-date information on weather conditions and foreign exchange rates across the Philippines.
Weather Updates
| City | Temp | Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Manila | 32°C | Few clouds |
| Cebu | 32°C | Clear sky |
| Davao | 32°C | Broken clouds |
| Baguio | 23°C | Overcast clouds |
Weather data provided by OpenWeather. Detailed Forecast
Foreign Exchange Rates
| Currency | ₱ Rate |
|---|---|
| Data currently unavailable - API request failed with status 404 |
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PhilSys National ID Registration
Register for your Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) ID card today. The national ID serves as a single government-issued identification document for all citizens.
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Government of the Philippines
Learn about the three branches of the Philippine government and how they work together to serve the people.
Led by the President, responsible for implementing and enforcing laws.
Composed of the Senate and House of Representatives, responsible for making laws.
Led by the Supreme Court, responsible for interpreting laws and administering justice.
Find contact information for government officials, agencies, and offices at national and local levels.