PETITION FOR RETENTION/RE-ACQUISITION OF PHILIPPINE CITIZENSHIP UNDER R.A. 9225
Who can apply?
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Former Philippine citizens who have been naturalized in another country and wishes to retain or re-acquire their Philippine citizenship
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Where to apply?
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BI Main Office
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What to bring?
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1. Checklist with complete documentary requirements
2. Application Form
3. Supplement for Dependent
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How to apply?
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Secure the Checklist of required documents from either at the Public Information and Assistance Unit (PIAU) at BI G/F Main Office or from the official BI Website.
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Submit the documents for pre-screening to the Central Receiving Unit (CRU) to process this transaction.
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Take Oath of Allegiance.
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Get the Order of Payment Slip (OPS).
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Pay the required fees.
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Verify status of application whether approved or not.
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If approved, claim the Certificate of Retention/Reacquisition of Philippine Citizenship, Order of Approval and Oath of Allegiance.
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How much does it cost?
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ITEM DESCRIPTION
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PRINCIPAL
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Application Fee
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Php 2, 500. 00
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Legal Research Fee (LRF) for each immigration fee except Head Tax and Fines
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10. 00
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Express Fee
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500. 00
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TOTAL
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PHP 3, 010. 00
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*Fees are updated as of 06 March 2014 and may change without prior notice.
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