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Lost Wallet in Boracay — Emergency Guide

Block cards, police report — Boracay, Philippines.

Last Updated: 2026-06-18

Emergency
911
Estimated Processing Time
Card block immediate
Estimated Costs
Police free

Philippines Emergency

911

📌 Sources and verification

Compiled from local authorities and the Korean mission. Call ahead to reconfirm hours and procedures.

💬Review highlights

  • Makati mall wallet — security then police for report, cards blocked.

    Reddit r/Philippines

  • ATM skimmer suspicion — card block + police report, card dispute succeeded.

    Lonely Planet · PH forums

  • Reviews say use Grab Pay — pickpocketed carrying cash. Minimize cash.

    Naver Philippines reviews

Response Timeline

Lost wallet timeline

Immediately

Block all cards — international transactions OFF

24hr golden window

1–2 hours

Malay Police Station Boracay — police report

List cards and cash amount

2–4 weeks

Insurance claim if covered

Do This Right Now

Golden window

Block cards immediately upon discovery.

1

Block cards via app

Turn off international payments immediately

2

Call bank hotline

Number on back of card — 24/7

3

Police report

Malay Police Station Boracay — Stolen vs Lost for insurance

4

List lost items

Cards, cash amount, IDs

5

Emergency cash

Travel companion, hotel, wire transfer

Required Documents

Police reportRequired for insurance

Costs

ItemCost
PoliceFree

Police

Malay Police Station Boracay

Address:
Malay, Aklan (Boracay)
Phone:
911

Local Boracay jurisdiction

Mission

Cebu Consulate (Boracay area)

Address:
Cebu City

Malay police + Cebu consulate

FAQ

Cash only?

Insurance may require report if cash loss is covered.

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911Boracay, Lost Wallet