RA 9225, officially known as the Citizenship Retention and Re-acquisition Act of 2003, allows natural-born Filipinos who have lost their Philippine citizenship through naturalization in another country to regain it by taking an oath of allegiance. This act essentially grants natural-born Filipinos the option to retain or reacquire their Philippine citizenship, even if they have acquired citizenship in another nation.
All natural-born Filipinos who have lost their Philippine citizenship due to naturalization as a citizen of another country may file a Petition for Retention and Reacquisition of Philippine Citizenship on their own behalf AND that of their unmarried children below 18 years of age.
The Philippine Consulate General in Calgary (PCG Calgary) processes applications or petitions for the retention and re-acquisition of Philippine citizenship (also known as “Dual Citizenship”).
PRIVILEGES
Individuals who reacquire their Filipino citizenship under RA 9225 may once again enjoy full civil and political rights under existing laws of the Philippines. These include, among others:
the right to own land and property in the Philippines;
the right to engage in business or commerce as a Filipino;
the right to travel with a Philippine passport;
the right to vote in the Philippine elections while abroad (by registering beforehand in the Overseas Absentee Voting);
the right to practice one’s profession, provided that a license or permit to engage in such practice is obtained from the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), or the Supreme Court in the case of lawyers.
Under the Comprehensive Tax Reform Program of 1997, income earned abroad by Filipinos from 1998 is no longer taxable. Hence, all Filipinos abroad, including those who have reacquired their Philippine citizenship, have been exempted by the Philippine Government from paying Philippine income tax on income earned abroad.
APPLICATION
Applicants may submit the application form and other requirements in person, or by mail.
The mailing address is:
Philippine Consulate General in Calgary RA 9225 Section Suite 100, 1001 1st St. SE, Calgary, AB T2G 5G3
Please mail to the PCG Calgary the accomplished application form, payment in bank draft or postal money order, ID photos, and the photocopies, NOT THE ORIGINALS, of the required documents. Please also include your contact details such as your working (i.e. one that you currently use and have access to) email address and mobile phone number.
The Consulate accepts cash or debit or credit card payments if the application is submitted in person, or if submitting by mail: bank draft or postal money order (not personal cheque) in the exact amount, payable to: PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL (please use the exact wording on the bank draft or postal money order). The Consulate will not be able to return any excess amount in the bank draft or postal money order.
The Retention or Re-acquisition of Philippine Citizenship fee is CAD 77.50. An additional fee of CAD 38.75 applies to each minor dependent application. Click here for the Schedule of Consular Fees. Upon receipt and processing of the complete application, andif the application has been approved, a consular representative will contact the applicant to arrange a date for their oath-taking.
Upon receipt and processing of the complete application, a consular representative will contact the applicant to arrange a date for their oath-taking.
The processing time of dual citizenship applications is typically one (1) month to three (3) months and is subject to certain constraints.
Note: If the applicant prefers to be scheduled for oath-taking in one of our outreach missions, please indicate so in a letter and include it in your application.
The dual citizenship documents will be given to the applicants on the day of their oath-taking. Please note that those who have reacquired their Philippine citizenship may travel again with a Philippine passport, and as such, they may be interested in applying for a renewal of their Philippine passport. Clients who wish to renew their passport after reacquisition must prepare a photocopy of these documents as these are part of the requirements for passport renewal. It is also suggested that a separate appointment be made for your passport application. For more information regarding passport renewal, please follow this link: (passport renewal)
DUAL CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENTS
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
For documents which require photocopies, please prepare the photocopies before coming or submitting to the Embassy. THE PCG CALGARY DOES NOT PROVIDE PHOTOCOPYING AS PART OF THEIR SERVICES.
For the purpose of application, ONLY THE PHOTOCOPIES of the required documents are needed. However, on the day of their oath-taking, the applicant MUST BRING THE ORIGINALS OF THE DOCUMENTARY REQUIREMENTS for verification.
IF ONE OR MORE OF THE ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS IS/ARE NOT SEEN AT ANY POINT DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS, THE DUAL CITIZENSHIP DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE RELEASED TO THE APPLICANT UNTIL ALL ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS HAVE BEEN SEEN AND VERIFIED.
Book an appointment for dual citizenship application at: http://www.calendly.com/yycpcg/nonpassport. Appointment slots for the following week are opened every Friday at 6:00 p.m.
A. FOR ADULT APPLICANTS
Duly accomplished application form
3 pcs. 2inX2in photos (colored; white background – taken within the last 3 months from the date of application. Indicate the name of the applicant at the back. Do not paste photos to the application form)
1 original and 2 photocopies of the birth certificate issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) or then National Statistics Office (NSO).
If there is no PSA/NSO birth-record:
PSA/NSO Negative Certification of Birth; and,
Birth certificate from the Local / Municipal Civil Registry where the birth was first registered
If the PSA/NSO birth certificate is illegible, birth certificate from the Local / Municipal Civil Registry where the birth was first registered
If an original PSA birth certificate is not on hand, a copy may be requested via www.psaserbilis.com.ph
Two (2) photocopies of PSA or NSO-issued marriage certificate, if married in the Philippines, or 2 photocopies of the marriage certificate from the Vital Statistics Office, if married in Canada.
Two (2) photocopies of the divorce certificate, and the marriage certificate, if divorced
Two (2) photocopies of the death certificate of spouse, and the marriage certificate, if widowed
Two (2) photocopies of the most recent or previous Philippine passports (data/photo/ signature page only). If no copy is available:
A photocopy of previous PR card or visa or landing record; or,
Photocopies of previous Philippine government-issued IDs (e.g. SSS, GSIS, PRC ID or school transcript of records that indicates the student’s citizenship)
Two (2) photocopies of Canadian passport (data/photo/signature page only)
1 Duly Accomplished Affidavit of One and the Same Person, only if applicable
Payment of fee of CAD$ 77.50 per applicant, and CAD$ 38.75 for each minor dependant, in cash, if submitted in person, or in bank draft or postal money order (not personal cheque) in the exact amount, payable to: PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL (please use the exact wording on the bank draft or postal money order) if submitted by mail. The Consulate will not be able to return any excess amount in the bank draft or postal money order.
Please submit single-sided copies only.
The original birth certificate will be returned to the applicant on the same day of the oath taking ceremony.
The Consular Officer reserves the right to require additional documents from the applicant when necessary.
B. FOR MINOR APPLICANTS
Children born in Canada of parents who were still Filipinos at the time of their birth, are considered dual citizens by birth, due to the application of the principles of nationality law of jus soli, which determines a person’s nationality at birth by the place of birth, and jus sanguinis, where citizenship is acquired by the nationality of the parent. These individuals no longer need to apply for dual citizenship under RA 9225. They are required instead to complete a Report of Birth for entry in the civil registry of the Philippines.
An adult applicant may apply on behalf of their unmarried children below 18 years old by filling out the portion for dependents on their application form and submitting the following, per child (as applicable):
If former natural-born Filipino citizen who acquired Canadian citizenship through naturalization as dependent/s of their parent/s:
1 original and 2 photocopies of PSA or NSO-issued birth certificate.
If the PSA/NSO birth certificate is illegible, birth certificate from the Local / Municipal Civil Registry where the birth was first registered
If an original PSA birth certificate is not available, a copy may be requested via www.psaserbilis.com.ph
1 original and 2 photocopies of most recent or previous Philippine passport (data/photo page only)
1 original and 2 photocopies of Canadian passport (data/photo page only)
1 original and 2 photocopies of citizenship certificate
2pcs. 2inX2in photos of the child/ children (colored; white background – taken within the last 3 months from the date of application. Indicate the name of the applicant at the back. Do not paste photos to the application form) 1 photo to be used in one of the RA9225 certificates.
1pc. 2inX2in photo of the principal applicant/ parent
Duly accomplished Petition for Inclusion of Dependent, if applicable
1 Affidavit of One and the Same Person to be executed by the principal applicant for the dependent child/ children, if applicable
Surrender original Order of Approval of the principal applicant, if filing for the petition to include eligible dependent/s.
For the petition to include an eligible dependent, submit an unused, prepaid Xpresspost return envelope (preferably with tracking features) with the applicant parent’s complete mailing address, if the applicant wishes to receive the certificates by mail.
Payment of fee of CAD$ 38.75 for each minor dependant, in cash, debit, or credit, if submitted in person, or in bank draft or postal money order (not personal cheque) in the exact amount, payable to: PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL (please use the exact wording on the bank draft or postal money order) if submitted by mail. The Consulate will not be able to return any excess amount in the bank draft or postal money order.
If born to Canadian parents before re-acquisition of Philippine citizenship of either parent:
If born in the Philippines, 1 original and 2 photocopies of PSA or NSO-issued birth certificate.
If the PSA/NSO birth certificate is illegible:
Birth certificate from the Local / Municipal Civil Registry where the birth was first registered
If an original PSA birth certificate is not available, a copy may be requested via www.psaserbilis.com.ph
If born in Canada, 1 original and 2 photocopies of birth certificate from the Vital Statistics Office
1 original and 2 photocopies of Canadian passport (data/photo page only)
2pcs. 2inX2in photos (colored; white background – taken within the last 3 months from the date of application. Indicate the name of the dependent child at the back. Do not paste photos to the application form) 1 photo to be used in one of the RA9225 certificates.
1pc. 2inX2in photo of the principal applicant/ parent
Duly accomplished Petition for Inclusion of Dependent, if applicable
1 Affidavit of One and the Same Person to be executed by the principal applicant for the dependent child/ children, if applicable
Surrender original Order of Approval of the principal applicant, if filing for the petition to include eligible dependent/s.
For the petition to include an eligible dependent, submit an unused, prepaid Xpresspost return envelope (preferably with tracking features) with the applicant parent’s complete mailing address, if the applicant wishes to receive the certificates by mail.
Payment of fee of CAD$ 38.75 for each minor dependent, in cash, if submitted in person, or in bank draft or postal money order (not personal cheque) in the exact amount, payable to: PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL (please use the exact wording on the bank draft or postal money order) if submitted by mail. The Consulate will not be able to return any excess amount in the bank draft or postal money order.
Book an appointment for dual citizenship application at: http://www.calendly.com/yycpcg/nonpassport. Appointment slots for the following week are opened every Friday at 6:00 p.m.
Please submit single-sided copies only.
The original birth certificate will be returned to the applicant on the same day of the oath taking ceremony.
The Consular Officer reserves the right to require additional documents from the applicant when necessary.
See Table of Contents for further information, including the link to the downloadable forms
Table of
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I. What is Citizenship Retention/Reacquisition under RA 9225 and who are eligible to apply for it?
Republic Act 9225 or the Citizenship Retention and Re-acquisition Act of 2003 (more popularly known as the Dual Citizenship Law) enables natural-born Filipinos who have become naturalized citizens of another country to reacquire their Philippine citizenship by taking an oath of allegiance to the Republic of the Philippines. Upon reacquiring their Philippine citizenship, they shall enjoy full civil and political rights as Filipinos, subject to certain conditions.
Under the principle of derivative citizenship, unmarried children below eighteen (18) years of age, whether legitimate, illegitimate, or adopted, of those who reacquired their Philippine citizenship under this law shall also be deemed Filipino citizens, if they are included as dependents in the parent’s application for retention/reacquisition of Philippine citizenship, documentary requirements complied, and the requisite fees paid.
An eligible derivative applicant is a minor (17year old and below) who:
was a former natural-born Filipino and acquired citizenship through naturalization along with the parent/s; or
was born after both parents’ acquired their Canadian citizenship but before either parent’s re-acquisition of Philippine citizenship.
II. Who are considered “natural-born” Filipinos?
Natural-born Filipinos are citizens of the Philippines from birth without having to perform any act to acquire or perfect their Philippine citizenship. These are:
Born after January 17, 1973, whose fathers or mothers are citizens of the Philippines at the time of their birth;
Born before January 17, 1973 to a:
Filipino father; or
Filipino mother and that person elects Philippine citizenship upon reaching the age of majority
Those whose fathers or mothers are citizens of the Philippines at the time of their birth and those born before 17 January 1973, of Filipino mothers, who elect Philippine citizenship upon reaching the age of majority are considered natural-born Filipinos.
III. Who is not eligible under Derivative Application?
Philippine citizenship law derives from the principle of jus sanguinis or the citizenship of the parents. Hence, a child who was born in Canada to at least one (1) Filipino parent at the time of the child’s birth may be recognized as a Filipino through the Report of Birth (ROB) process. To know more about ROB, please refer to this link or email our Civil Registry Section at calgarypcg.civreg@gmail.com.
The ROB is a different process and will not affect the RA 9225 application of the parent.
IV. Petition for Inclusion of Dependents Under RA 9225
If the principal applicant already applied for dual citizenship and failed to include eligible dependent child/ren in the application, the principal applicant may file a petition for inclusion of eligible minor dependent child/ren.
V. What if the dependent child is already of age and was not included during the RA9225 application of either parents?
The applicant may check directly with the Philippine Bureau of Immigration for the appropriate process on how to be recognized as a Filipino citizen.
RA 9225 Application – to be accomplished by the principal applicant with original signature affixed. The eligible derivative applicant/s to be included in the second page of the application form.
Affidavit of One and the Same Person – to be accomplished only if the applicant’s Philippine documents do not match his/her/their Canadian documents (e.g. use of married name in the Canadian document due to a marriage that is not yet registered in the Philippines, or Legal Change of Name in Canada, among others except for the discrepancy in the date of birth and sex in the Philippine birth registry). Note: Non-inclusion of a middle name in the Canadian passport is not considered a discrepancy.
Certified-True-Copy Request Form – to be accomplished by the requesting applicant for lost RA 9225 certificates or for additional copies.
VII. Documentary Requirements for Principal Applicants
3 pcs. 2inX2in photos (colored; white background – taken within the last 3 months from the date of application. Name of the applicant at the back. Do not paste photos) 1 photo to be used in one of the RA9225 certificates.
1 original and 2 photocopies of birth certificates issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) or then National Statistics Office (NSO).
If there is no PSA/NSO birth-record:
PSA/NSO Negative Certification of Birth; and
Birth certificate from the Local / Municipal Civil Registry where the birth was first registered
If the PSA/NSO birth certificate is illegible, birth certificate from the Local / Municipal Civil Registry where the birth was first registered
If an original PSA birth certificate is not available, a copy may be requested via www.psaserbilis.com.ph
2 photocopies of PSA or NSO-issued marriage certificate if married in the Philippines or marriage certificate from the Vital Statistics Office if married in Canada.
2 photocopies of divorce certificate and marriage certificate, if divorced
2 photocopies of death certificate of spouse and marriage certificated, if widowed
2 photocopies of the most recent or previous Philippine passports (data/photo/ signature page only). If no copy is available:
A photocopy of previous PR card or visa or landing record; or
Photocopies of previous Philippine government-issued IDs (e.g. SSS, GSIS, PRC ID or school transcript of records that indicates the student’s citizenship)
2 photocopies of Canadian passport (data/photo/signature page only)
2 photocopies of citizenship certificate. If unavailable, a copy may be requested via https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-citizenship/proof-citizenship/search-records.html
1 Duly Accomplished Affidavit of One and the Same Person, only if applicable
Payment of appropriate fees
Please submit single-sided copies only.
The original birth certificate will be returned to the applicant on the same day of the oath taking ceremony.
The Consular Officer reserves the right to require additional documents from the applicant when necessary.
VIII. Documentary Requirements for Eligible Derivative Applicants
Former natural-born Filipino citizen who acquired Canadian citizenship through naturalization as dependent/s of their parent/s:
1 original and 2 photocopies of PSA or NSO-issued birth certificate.
If the PSA/NSO birth certificate is illegible, birth certificate from the Local / Municipal Civil Registry where the birth was first registered
If an original PSA birth certificate is not available, a copy may be requested via www.psaserbilis.com.ph
2 photocopies of most recent or previous Philippine passport (data/photo page only)
2 photocopies of Canadian passport (data/photo page only)
2 photocopies of citizenship certificate
2pcs. 2inX2in photos (colored; white background – taken within the last 3 months from the date of application. Name of the applicant at the back. Do not paste photos) 1 photo to be used in one of the RA9225 certificates.
1pc. 2inX2in photo of the principal applicant
Duly accomplished Petition for Inclusion of Dependent, if applicable
1 Affidavit of One and the Same Person to be executed by the principal applicant, if applicable
Surrender original Order of Approval of the principal applicant, if filing for the petition to include eligible dependent/s.
For the petition to include an eligible dependent, submit an Xpresspost prepaid return envelope (preferably with tracking features) with the applicant’s complete mailing address, if the applicant wishes to receive the certificates by mail.
Born to Canadian parents before re-acquisition of Philippine citizenship of either parent:
If born in the Philippines, 1 original and 2 photocopies of PSA or NSO-issued birth certificate.
If the PSA/NSO birth certificate is illegible:
Birth certificate from the Local / Municipal Civil Registry where the birth was first registered
If an original PSA birth certificate is not available, a copy may be requested via www.psaserbilis.com.ph
If born in Canada, 2 photocopies of birth certificate from the Vital Statistics Office
2 photocopies of Canadian passport (data/photo page only)
2pcs. 2inX2in photos (colored; white background – taken within the last 3 months from the date of application. Name of the applicant at the back. Do not paste photos) 1 photo to be used in one of the RA9225 certificates.
1pc. 2inX2in photo of the principal applicant
Duly accomplished Petition for Inclusion of Dependent, if applicable
1 Affidavit of One and the Same Person to be executed by the principal applicant, if applicable
Surrender original Order of Approval of the principal applicant, if filing for the petition to include eligible dependent/s.
For the petition to include an eligible dependent, submit an Xpresspost prepaid return envelope (preferably with tracking features) with the applicant’s complete mailing address, if the applicant wishes to receive the certificates by mail.
Please submit single-sided copies only.
The original birth certificate will be returned to the applicant on the same day of the oath taking ceremony.
The Consular Officer reserves the right to require additional documents from the applicant when necessary.
Submit the duly accomplished application form and documentary requirements through the Non-Passport Services window
Pay the appropriate fee at the cashier
By Mail
Include payment in the form of a bank draft or postal money order payable to the PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL(use exact words; no abbreviations). Cash, Western Union cheque or personal cheques are not allowed. One (1) bank draft or postal money order may be used for the payment of multiple RA 9225 applications mailed in one (1) envelope.
Mail to the address below (use exact text): RA9225 Section Philippine Consulate General Suite 100, 1001 1st St SE Calgary, Alberta T2G 5G3
Drop-off
Include payment similar to mailed submission
Place the accomplished form, documentary requirements and payment in a sealed envelope with the applicants name and addressed to the RA9225 Section
Hand over to the RA9225 Section or through the NON-PASSPORT SERVICES window.
During Consular Outreach Mission / Saturday Missions at the Consulate
Book an appointment under ‘Legalization’ through the NON-PASSPORT SERVICES link that will be posted on our official Facebook page (Philippine Consulate General in Calgary) near the date of the Mission. The schedules of Consular Outreach Missions / Saturday Missions are also posted on our official FB page.
Submit the duly accomplished application form and documentary requirements through the Non-Passport Services window
Pay the appropriate fee plus additional service fee at the cashier
X. Schedule of Fees
Application
Fee in CAD
RA9225 Application
77.50 per principal applicant
Derivative Applicant
38.75 per derivative applicant
Affidavit of One and the Same Person
38.75 per document
Service Fee if application is submitted during Consular Outreach Mission / Saturday Mission
15.50 per document
Certified-True-Copy / RA9225 Certification
38.75 per set / per applicant
During in-person submission of application, payment may be made via debit or credit.
XI. Processing Time
The processing time is 1-3 months from the date of submission of application. Within this timeframe, the applicant will receive either an email update (if with pending requirements or the application needs further evaluation) or an invitation for the oath taking ceremony (if application is found in order).
No email acknowledgement for mailed or dropped-off submissions will be issued.
There will be no expedited processing due to the current backlogs.
XII. Oath Taking Ceremonies
The Oath Taking Ceremony is scheduled by the Consulate and must be physically attended by the principal applicant. No virtual ceremonies are held. Proxy attendance is not allowed.
Derivative applicants are not required to attend.
Invitation for the ceremony – guidelines, time and venue are sent to approved applicants through email.
On the day of the ceremony, the principal applicant will receive these three (3) RA 9225 certificates:
Identification Certificate
Order of Approval
Oath of Allegiance
Each derivative applicant will receive an Identification Certificate only and the Order of Approval of the principal/parent applicant will indicate the name/s of his/her dependent/s.
XIII. Grounds for Disapproval of RA 9225 application
Applicants that are not eligible under RA 9225 (please read Part 1)
Non-submission of the documentary requirements. Submission of an application form alone will automatically be disapproved, as well as, inability to provide documentary proof that the applicant was a natural born Filipino citizen.
Inclusion of cash payment for mailed submission.
XIV. What rights and privileges am I entitled to once I reacquire my Philippine citizenship?
Once you reacquire your Philippine citizenship, you will once again enjoy full civil, economic and political rights under existing Philippine laws.
Among these rights are:
the right to travel with a Philippine passport;
the right to own real property in the Philippines;
the right to engage in business and commerce as a Filipino; and
the right to practice one’s profession, provided that a license or permit to engage in such practice is obtained from the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), or the Supreme Court in the case of lawyers.
You may also vote overseas in Philippine national elections (for President, Vice President, Senators and sectoral representatives) in accordance with the provisions of the Overseas Absentee Voting Act of 2003.
XV. Do I need to reside in the Philippines if I acquire my Philippine citizenship?
Residency in the Philippines is NOT a requirement for those who reacquired Philippine citizenship.
XVI. Do I need to renew my Philippine passport once I reacquire Philippine citizenship?
The Philippine passport on-hand, if not yet expired, has been deemed cancelled at the time of the applicant’s acquisition of a foreign citizenship (No. 1 Section 1 of Commonwealth Act No. 63). However, renewal of the most recent Philippine passport is not mandatory but highly recommended especially for those who wish to renew their PRC license or for those with bank or land/property transactions.
The applicant will also get to enjoy visa-free travel to ASEAN countries using a valid Philippine passport.
XVII What effect does reacquiring my Philippine citizenship have on my taxes?
Under the Comprehensive Tax Reform Program of 1997, income earned abroad by Filipinos from 1998 are no longer taxable. Hence, all Filipinos abroad, including those who have reacquired their Philippine citizenship, have been exempted by the Philippine Government from paying Philippine income tax on income earned abroad.
Income earned in the Philippines, however, will still be subject to Philippine income tax.
XVIII. Request for a certified-true-copy (CTC) of RA 9225 certificates
This service is only available to those who took their oath with PCG Calgary. This may be requested either by mail or in-person:
In-person:
Set an appointment by accomplishing the RA 9225 CTC Request form and email it to calgarypcg.ra9225@gmail.com
Provide clear scanned copies of the complete set of RA9225 certificates, if available
Payment of CAD$38.75 in debit, or credit at the cashier. An additional service fee of CAD15.50 will be charged if the applicant wishes to receive the CTCs on the same day
Provide an unused, prepaid Xpresspost return envelope (preferably with tracking features) with the applicant’s complete mailing address, if the applicant wishes to receive the CTCs by mail
Philippine Consulate General in Calgary RA 9225 CTC Request Suite 100, 1001 1st St SE Calgary, Alberta T2G 5G3
Provide clear scanned copies of the complete set of RA9225 certificates, if available
Provide an unused, prepaid Xpresspost return envelope (preferably with tracking features) with the applicant’s complete mailing address
Payment of CAD38.75 via bank draft or postal money order (not personal cheque) payable to: PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL (please use the exact wording on the bank draft or postal money order). The Consulate will not be able to return any excess amount in the bank draft or postal money order.
The information provided in the request form will be used to locate the applicant’s e-record, if available. If not, a Certification will be issued in lieu of the RA 9225 certificates.
The processing time is 7 working days from the time of submission of the request. The processing period excludes mail delivery time.
For document/s to be mailed back to the client, PCG Calgary is NOT RESPONSIBLE for any delay or loss in the mail due to fortuitous events or other uncontrollable circumstances.
XIX Contact Information
The RA9225 Section may be contacted directly through email at calgarypcg.ra9225@gmail.com
