Get Your Philippines Dual Citizenship — Learn How to Apply

Q: Does the Philippines allow dual citizenship?

Yes. Under Republic Act 9225, natural-born Filipinos who became foreign citizens can re-acquire Philippine citizenship without losing their foreign nationality.

Q: How do I re-acquire Filipino citizenship under RA 9225?

File a petition with a Philippine embassy or the Bureau of Immigration, take an oath of allegiance, and submit proof of your natural-born Filipino status.

Q: Can I get Filipino citizenship through my parents?

Yes. If you were born abroad to Filipino citizens, you may acquire citizenship by registering your birth with the Philippine consulate or embassy.

Q: Can I get citizenship through marriage?

No automatic citizenship is granted through marriage. However, foreign spouses may apply for permanent residency and later naturalization after five years.

Q: Do I have to pay taxes in both countries?

The Philippines taxes residents on worldwide income. If you live abroad as a dual citizen, you’re typically taxed only on income earned from Philippine sources.

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Eligibility Overview

By Birth: Individuals born in the Philippines to at least one Filipino citizen parent are automatically citizens.
By Descent: Children born abroad to Filipino parents may claim Filipino citizenship by reporting the birth to the Philippine embassy or consulate.
By Re-acquisition (RA 9225): Former natural-born Filipinos who became citizens of another country may re-acquire Philippine citizenship without renouncing their current one.
By Marriage: Foreign spouses of Filipino citizens may apply for permanent residency and later naturalization.
By Naturalization: Foreigners can apply for citizenship after 10 years of legal residence (5 years if married to a Filipino), subject to language and integration requirements.
Dual Citizenship Allowed: Under Republic Act No. 9225 (Citizenship Retention and Re-acquisition Act of 2003), the Philippines permits dual citizenship for natural-born Filipinos and recognizes other lawful paths to dual nationality.

Step-by-Step Process

Identify your eligibility path: birth, descent, RA 9225 re-acquisition, marriage, or naturalization.
Apply through a Philippine embassy, consulate, or the Bureau of Immigration.
Submit proof of Filipino lineage or natural-born status, and other required documents.
Attend the oath of allegiance ceremony if applying under RA 9225.
Receive your citizenship certificate and Philippine passport, if applicable.

Benefits of Philippine Citizenship

Live and work freely in the Philippines
Own land and property in your name
Vote and participate in national elections
Pass citizenship to your children
Re-acquire citizenship without renouncing your current nationality

Frequently asked questions.

Does the Philippines allow dual citizenship?

Yes. Under RA 9225, natural-born Filipinos who acquire another citizenship can re-acquire Philippine citizenship without losing their foreign one.

How do I re-acquire Filipino citizenship under RA 9225?

You must submit a petition to a Philippine consulate or immigration office, take an oath of allegiance, and present proof of your previous Philippine citizenship.

Can I get Filipino citizenship through my parents?

Yes. Children born abroad to Filipino citizens may acquire citizenship by reporting the birth to the nearest consulate and registering it with the Philippine civil registry.

Can I get citizenship through marriage?

Marriage to a Filipino does not automatically grant citizenship. However, it allows foreign spouses to apply for permanent residency and, after 5 years, naturalization.

Do I have to pay taxes in both countries?

The Philippines taxes residents on worldwide income. Dual citizens who reside abroad are only taxed on Philippine-sourced income. Consult a tax advisor for specific circumstances.