Current standard fee
For a standard application, the official NBI How to Apply page lists a ₱130 basic clearance fee. It says a minimal e-payment service charge is added and is usually around ₱25–₱30.
Why old fee figures still appear online
An older NBI Citizen’s Charter page still displays legacy figures such as ₱115, ₱165 and ₱415 without the same current explanation. The live transaction generated by the official NBI Clearance system should be treated as the final amount for your application.
First-Time Job Seekers
The dedicated FTJS process is free of charge for qualified applicants who meet the program requirements.
Typical total vs official base fee
The standard base fee is the government-service amount. The final amount you pay can be higher because the selected electronic payment channel adds a service charge. That is why many users see a total near ₱155 even though the NBI page describes the basic clearance fee as ₱130.
Do not treat a typical total as a permanent fixed fee. The live official transaction is the best place to confirm the exact amount for your chosen channel.
Fee FAQs
Why does the NBI site show ₱130 but my payment is higher?
The current NBI guidance says a minimal e-payment service charge, usually around ₱25–₱30, is added to the ₱130 basic fee.
Is First-Time Job Seeker NBI Clearance free?
The official FTJS Citizen’s Charter lists the process as free of charge for qualified applicants using that program.
Which fee should I trust if pages disagree?
Use the amount generated by your live official NBI transaction and payment channel. Older official documents can remain online after a process changes.