I have no problem being loyal to America and Philippines... Many proud Filipinos have served in the United States Military.. l am one of them.. Born Philippines and grew up USA...
Dual citizenship is legal and accepted by both US and Philippines by virtue of agreement. Whether it is moral, really should not be an issue because the term is subjective. I'm a dual citizen of the US and Philippines. I immigrated to the US when I was 16 years old through my parents. I've served the US military for 23 years, placing my life in harms way and participated in four wars. I was also in law enforcement for 7 years, after my military career, and I was disabled in the line of duty. I've served my community where I lived in the US for 43 years. What's wrong if I decide to retire in the Philippines and spend the rest of my life serving Filipinos this time? So, I dare anyone to challenge my loyalty. Can't one be loyal to both one's wife and children at the same time? Is is immoral? @Philippine Retirement & Travels: Sir, there's really no point justifying your decision of becoming a dual citizen to myopic minded people. Thanks for your insights!
Same here. I served in the U.S Army for 14 years and was force out because of Reduction in Force(RIF). I was deployed to the war zone in Iraq. I am planning to acquire my dual citizenship because I am retiring next year at the age of 62. I have a total of 30 years of government service but going back to my roots is not being a traitor. A traitor is not willing to sacrifice themselves for their country. I already done that. Thanks for clarifying that, sir. Comment from a Gulf War Veteran. Big Red One. 1st Inf. Div.
Thank you both for your service. I'm 40 years old and serving in my 18th year in the military. I have actually never heard of being a dual citizen as a negative thing. I'm afraid he is taking someone's comment to serious. There's racist jerks everywhere, especially here on RUclips. We just need to learn how to ignore them. I met my soulmate (Filipina) in Saudi Arabia, of all places and I plan on retiring in the Philippines. I have several years to go but the sooner the better ;)
It is not really legal because the US govt has no law stating that you are allowed to have dual citizenship and it is wrong to say mutual agreement between govt because there really no such agreement. the US govt has no law allowing you to have dual citizenship or require a person to choose one nationality or another. . Having dual citizenship could be or is a loophole in taking away your citizenship though the US govt has not really paid attention to it but again it is a loophole.. Mind you that the oath for Pilipino citizenship you renounce your citizenship to your present citizenship just as the same as you take oath for your US citizenship.
You always have really good information and discussions. LOL...funny about being called a traitor, as you mentioned when ILLEGAL immigrants come here with NO intention of assimilation and are here 20 years an never even attempt to make themselves legal. Glad to have had you here sir in the USA for the past 40 years...Legally. Enjoy your Retirement. The Philippines is an awesome country, especially in Faith. God bless you sir.
The intent of Balikbayan or dual citizenships law in the Philippines is to encourage former Filipinos to return home for ecomic reasons.(posibly) The other reason is to bring back those skills learned from other countries and put them to use in the Philippines.
"PERFECTLY" legal and moral? I disagree! It's a complex subject and to say it is "perfectly" legal and moral is a gross over simplification! Complex subjects have complex answers. It's not simple, and to question what country one gives their true loyalty to is indeed a legitimate question.
I worked so many years here in the USA. I didn’t think of becoming a naturalized citizen before, but later I realized, I owe so much to this country in terms of giving me the opportunity to build my dreams and reach my goals. As a token of appreciation I decided to become an American citizen, and renounced my citizenship as a Filipino. I am now retired but the thought of having a dual citizenship doesn’t cross my mind. It doesn’t make sense to me. I will remain an American citizen. My allegiance and loyalty is now for America. Not that I have forgotten my roots and heritage. A part of me being a Filipino by heart is still there. We must not forget where we came from. But having two allegiances and loyalties to two countries doesn’t really work for me. I have to be loyal and keep my allegiance to only one country of my citizenship. I can come and visit the Philippines and respect and obey the laws and authority as just like before.
I am an Indian by birth and American by choice. Love all your videos. I am so fascinated with your presentations and the crisp, clear explanations you provide with some humor. Thank you and keep up the good work Sir. Have a terrific day!
First citizenship is not by choice of the holder but by parents. Dual citizenship is by choice to take advantage of the laws of the countries as a citizen.
@BadBoyJR Yup. My parents are both Dominican and born in DR so they are Dual citizens because they moved to the US and had me. My parents got their US citizen after they immigrated. I'm a US citizen because I was born in America by default. Because my parents are both Dominican, I can also become a Dominican citizen! I just need to get my Cedula(Dominican ID) and a few other things. I have all my documents. I want to open a Bank Account in DR so I just need my Cedula. I have the rest I need. It's a good thing to be Dual Citizenship. Im a proud 🇩🇴Dominican but not a 🇩🇴 citizen. I don't feel complete unless i'm a citizen! Everyone from my family supports me.
thank you for taking the time to do this...my wife has been in the US for 9 yr....worked hard,paid into the system..(income tax)...been able to send $$ back home.ph...but has not wanted to give up ph ciz.ship....has talked about dual....now i have enough info to help her get it done...thanks man!!
You made me reach the conclusion to become a dual citizen. Thank you Sir! We can tell that you are an educated Filipino. God bless you and your family.
I'm a dual Citizen and I love it. Both Countries makes ma proud, i was raised and molded in the Philippines and my employer here in the US is benefiting from it as i work really hard because i grew up having nothing, so i don't take for granted all the great opportunities that are given to me. :)
Very well explained Grandpa!👍tama lang na mayroong law at binigyan tayo ng karapatan na makakuha tayo ng dual citizenship. Yan ang gagawin ko ngayon for my retirement and enjoy traveling back home no worries 😍 be positive not negative! be grateful ang thankful that they give us this opportunity to be back home and enjoying our stay 👍🤗 for those people who are not favor for this law that is your choices and opinions! God Bless everyone !🙏❤️
l was born in Germany in 1947 to a German mother and English father. lt was shortly after the war ended and my parents were unmarried at the time of my birth, so l was born a german. However, 7 months later they married and both my mother and l lost our german nationality and aquired the British one. l have lived in the UK all my life but for around 2 decades have been trying to get dual nationality as l am obviously both, but with little success. However, now, due to a very recent change in the law, l have a very good chance of getting it and l am so happy. l FEEL both german and english, and by blood l AM both. To deny anyone in similar circumstances their birthright is like asking them " who do you love most, your father or your mother" !! An impossible question to answer !!!
I bet my bottom dollar that if the government ask that person to pick up a gun, go in battle and fight and die for his country, he would coward down. Don't let stuff like this get into you, sir. We have so many Arm Chair Warriors these days. I am in the service myself and I have no problem with people getting dual citizen.
Well said. We’re on the same point where being a US citizen for almost 45 years now since Nixon time. I missed my motherland and it’s always gonna be in my heart forever. So it’s reasonable & convenient. Thank you!
Resident Pinoys are generally rabid about dual citizenship for a Filipino. I don’t find it amongst other countries citizens. I think it is just jealousy of the residents. Respect Po!
Sometimes some people are closed minded (its their way or the highway). They claim to be inclusive as long as you stay in their lane. We cannot change their minds with logic or facts kaya its better na be knowledgeable about dual citizenship para we can act appropriately just in case magkaroon ng conflict. I'm glad you covered this topic. Thank you po.
Continue what you are doing Sir Danny! You are considered a great motivational speaker and thumbs up for that! You are wise and experienced and a mentor to us.
@Philippine Retirement & Travels Hi Danny, Once again, you delivered a very informative topic to better understand this subject of multiple nationality. Let me add a few more features (re Multiple Citizenship) which are practically not feasible to relay in less than 30 mins of discussion. I use the word "multiple" instead of dual because there is a minority of US citizens who have acquired more than 2 citizenship. First. The US-Philippines relationship is very unique when it comes to Dual Citizenship. As a former US colony/territory, the Philippines is privilege to possess certain advantages unlike most countries. Even before the passage of R.A. 9225 aka Citizen Retention and Reacquisition Act of 2003, some Filipinos were allowed to join the US military... a very unique arrangement between sovereign nations. This unique relationship played a major role in finally adopting the retention/re-acquisition of Philippine citizenship by the Philippine Congress. If one will pay very close attention to RA 9225, the title is not "Dual Citizen Act of 2003". Why? Because of the dynamic debate in the Philippine Congress (before it became law) between those who are "for" and those who are "against" the passage of the law. As a compromise, RA 9225 was renamed to what it is now. Second. Another feature of RA 9225 is the provision of "derivative citizenship" as quoted below... "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. A child who is 18 years of age or older at the time of the parent’s reacquisition of Philippine citizenship, but was born when either parent was still a Filipino citizen, shall be considered to have been a natural born Filipino and may apply for reacquisition of Philippine citizenship on his/her own behalf." Third. Surely, the continuous retirement of Fil-American "baby boomers" and other Filipino descent retirees all over the world will create an economic impact to the Philippines. According to recent surveys, there are at least 200k retired Fil-Americans who have intentions to retire in the Philippines. However, the most significant obstacle to making those intentions into reality is the portability of their Medicare coverage to the Philippines. Although there are certain work around approaches, the process is still tedious (in reference to my recent private email to you on this subject matter).
There are several situations in the US where dual citizenship is not allowed: 1. You work in a Federal agency where your role requires SECRET clearance 2. You work at a Federal contractor (example, Lockheed-Martin) where your role requires SECRET clearance 3. You are running for or occupying a political position (classic example of Ted Cruz renouncing his Canadian citizenship) 4. You are a commissioned officer in the US military (foreign enlisted personnel currently serve in the military)
Correct... one will have to make a choice.... to retain those 4 categories or pursue dual citizenship. Of course, if you are not retirement age, it's a no brainer choice... but once you've reach retirement age and is thinking of retiring in the Philippines, the weight of dual citizenship option tilts more favorably...
Hey, great videos and I love the content. I'm a US citzen born here and my parents are from here (no blood ties back to the Philippines). My understanding is it's not possible to get dual citzenship as a US citzen in the Philippines? I'm only 27 and I am mostly surrounded by Filipinos and really enjoy the culture and I'm looking ahead at retiring in the Philippines but want to have property there, however it sounds like this isn't possible without giving up my US citizenship?
That is correct. You will need to be a Filipino citizen originally, or with parents who was once a Filipino when you were born. The only way you can get Filipino citizenship is by applying after 10 years, or 5 years if married to a Filipino. Also, you will have to give up your U.S. citizenship.
i naturalized in 2006, after getting my US passport, i renewed my philippine passport and to seal the deal for dual citizenship i paid $50 at the philippine consulate in los angeles back in 2011 to get a 3 page document which i present together with my 2 passports whenever i leave or enter the philippines.
I'm planning to go back to the phil. on June 1, 2021. I'm a dual citizen. But my problem is I've lost the original copy of the certificate of Retention and I only have a copy of it. Is it sufficient or acceptable to show to the Immigration at the airport? Do I need to get it notarized or is there is another way of securing a certified true copy of the Certificate of Retention? I only have 4 months to go to before my flight to the phil. Thank you for your help.
You can apply for a certified true copy of your Certificate BUT it has to be at the same consulate where you became a dual citizen. The fee was $25 around 4 years ago; it might have gone up.
We don't watch CNN, Fox,MSNBC and other fake media. Thank you for all the info.. I have 10 years more to go to retire. As being Filipino US citizen how long I am allowed to stay in the Philippines??
I am dual citizen, every time I travel to the Philippines I am presenting my 2 passports. Entering and leaving Philippines. Only presenting 2 passports in the Philippines. Entering other countries I am only presenting 1 passport.
Hi,,one question,,I know that Indonesia doesn't accept dual citizenship, when you become a citizen in Indonesia, you renounce any other citizenship,,of cause, in this case,,USA doesn't care , renouncing USA citizenship takes a long process, so they don't care about words while becoming a citizen in another country,,,,,,my question,,im a usa citizen, if I become an Indonesian citizen, how can I travel with two passports, if not , which passport would be best to use to avoid problems,,,lets say,,I want to go back home, USA,,,I cant use the Indonesian passport because the usa won't just give me a visa, but if I use my usa passport,.on my return to Indonesia, if I usa the usa passport again,,than since I live Indonesia, my Indonesian visa would expire,,,,and if I come back from the usa with the Indonesian passport, and later I want to visit the usa again I won't be able to use my usa passport because the visa has been expired,,,,can you please advise me on a strategy on how to use both passports,,I know that there has to be an smart way to do this,,thanks
Use the passport that gives you the best benefit. That's why you are dual. I don't know about Indonesia, but just understand the law differences between countries. I have a vlog on how this is handled in the Philippines. Here's the link to my channel. ruclips.net/channel/UCYU70S4jYvhw0BOetMFdD6Avideos
@@vloggergrandpa2707 thanks,, the problem is if I travel with the usa passport back home and I return back to indonesia with the same usa passport,,than I may find my self in a difficult situation, since I'm planning to stay one year ,that means that my entry visa from usa would expire long before the year end.......
If you are citizen of both US and Indonesia, and you have passport in both countries, you will not usually need a visa. I don't understand the question.
@@vloggergrandpa2707 ok,,if I go to the usa with my usa passport, I have to come back to indonesia with my usa passport,,by doing that,,I only have 60 days visa in Indonesia and than I have to go back to usa,,,if I was to show my Indonesian passport together with the usa,,than I could get fines,,and even the revocation of my citizenship, I know there is away to use both passports with out having a problem,,I red something about leaving one passport in Malaysia with a friend and continue with the other passport,,I dint get a chance to read the whole thing
well done , as I am an American planning on become an expat to the Philippines . With marriage and possibility of kids, This had me worried . Thank You
Hello. Love your blogs. Very informational. I would like to ask you a question. Hopefully you can help me. Do you know if it’s possible for an American born citizen to acquire a dual citizenship for the Philippines while in the United States? Thank you very much
Define American-born. If ORIGINALLY an American with no blood affiliation with the PHilippines (meaning not former Filipino, or one with Filipino parents), the answer is no. Dual citizenship is only granted to former Filipinos who lost their citizenship due to naturalization.
thanks for your topic it is 100% true. Dual Citizenship is legal no one deny your her originally birth place. they are entitled I am sure other's carry 3 citizenship this is due to marriage, or birth and are not called traitor. traitors are who committed vital wrong doings to the country holding their passport.
I have a natural born Filipino friend who is now a U.S.citizen living on disability insurance worth $700/mo. in the U.S. I told my friend that you can't live a good life with that amount there and instead why not live here with that money here in the Philippines in order for my friend to live a better life. Your thoughts and advice on this matter would be appreciated sir, thank you, Mr. J. Dadivas
Best to ask the office making disability payments directly. Another is to keep a U.S. residence active and simply use the Philippines as a "vacation" place. Have your disability remittances to a U.S. bank account and make a transfer to the Philippine bank yourself. Just a thought.
So true about America lolo! I love the great country of America. I’m an American Citizen since I was 5. However, I am also loyal to my native country the Philippines. As long as we abide by the law, forget what the hypocrites say 💪😎🇺🇸🇵🇭
Hello again! I don't have my dual citizenship yet, but if I do, can it affect my family's plan to travel to the Phillipines next year as well as visit Japan for a week on our way back to the US? Also, I am now working at a Federal Hospital in the US. Will this affect my duel citizenship if I apply for one? Thanks again!😊
Hi.. its very interesting all your information.. I am a follower bec I have Family leaving in the US. Good to hear Differnt topics everytime I watch your blog. Thanks .. 🙏 hoping more information.. its keep me updated Take care and be safe.. 😍
What is important is you are abiding the laws in both countries...pay tax in both countries...loyal to both countries..I see no problem being a dual citizen .
I love your videos please continue the good work of helping your Kababayans understand dual citizenship. I am planning to get mine this year, wish me luck. More power to you
Whoever that person was who called Filipinos "traitor" by becoming a US citizen, has to know what is the real definition of "traitor". He has a very narrow definition of the word.
How come Duterte, he's a Filipino and yet a TRAITOR by allowing China to claim the islands in west Philippines little by little without "Barking" loud as he does against the Catholic Church and its clergy.
Hu U 2 say DU30 s a traitor? Open ur eyes how the Philippines is evolving to b a First World country. Be apolitical wd ur Comment as Bob does. I admire those Filipinos who were once the group of the BRAIN DRAIN and now availing of the Retirement Law. At least they are NOW sharing their savings to the Philippines as required by the Law. Unlike others, who remained in the US til their twilight years. Please include in your bucket lists to share NOW your blessings. Salamat po ng marami.
@@paididoy Allow me to qualify your statement... no country that I know of has "officially" declared that they allowed China to claim and allowed to establish a military base at the disputed islands... (unless you have knowledge or proof ). The facts: None of the countries in South East Asia would dare wage war against China's military might. Only the United States has the means and military might to counter the Chinese aggression... unfortunately, the USA was negligent and did not prevent China from building a military base in the Spratly islands.
Hi Good day. Do you have any knowledge regarding US Citizens born in the Philippines? Does it immediately make me a dual citizen? I really need your help please.
The nationality law of the Philippines is based on Jus Saguinis (right of blood). So you could only be a FIlipino citizen if either of your parent is a Filipino citizen at the time of your birth, regardless of where.
I just checked the dashboard. I had 500 plus likes. It's just not displaying on the video. Wonder why. Thanks for bringing that to my attention because I was amazed too. 🙂
@@vloggergrandpa2707 That is a bit strange it's not showing , You are welcome. Should be more than 500 you put out amazing value of information , I would actually consider calling it pro work, Even communication. better than most bloggers you see. I gave it a share as well, And I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos. became a subscriber.
Patty Stephens what calling us a users I came to the United States legally and work for so many years and was deducted every pay check for the social security purposes and paid my taxes every year even I’m I already retired right now so is that you called a users ? I have a dual citizenship and planning to retire in the Philippines and will continue to pay my tax every year in the USA so still calling me a users?
I lost my PH citizenship 5 yrs ago when I did pledge of allegiance and become US citizen. And now getting Dual? will think about it, thanks for your explanations.
I have a co worker who’s a Canadian and US Citizen. Negative people just needed to be noticed because nobody cares about them. Best thing to do is to ignore them.
@@MyLifeMyTravelsMyAdventures Yes, that's true. I'm automatically Filipino Citizen too since my mom was still a Filipino citizen when I was born in the US. So this is not my choice but I'm happy that I have dual citizenship automatically. Not all Asian countries are nice enough to give dual citizenship.
@@sidlee7205 sorry to break the news... dual citizenship is not automatic... you still have to apply for it and go through the process... the good news is.. it normally just takes a day to do it at any Philippine consulate.
What happen now that the Manila embassy is closing.where do we get our dual citizenship,and what is needed if I to go home to the Philippines what kind of paperwork that I need to take from USA.
The US Embassy in Manila is NOT closing down. It is just the CIS (Citizenship and Immigration Services) department that was shut down. The CIS in several other foreign countries are also being shut down. The official reason is 'low workload' but others claim that it is really a part of the Trump administration's efforts to make it more difficult for chain migration.
KUA.. Good job po. Dito po ako sa Pinas. Waiting for the time and date to take the Oath of Re Acquisition of Philippine Citizenship. I was born here sa Subic Bay due to my fathers Military Service for Uncle Sam. How are you coping since living in Philippines?
Grandpa, about "taxation" do we have to pay our taxes to both, (double taxed)? Please, explain, what taxes are being required by us to both countries, like what?
My family... my wife and four minor children were admitted as legal residents of the US in the 1990s. In 1996, my wife and I became naturalized citizens. Months later I applied US passports for all all of my still minor kids, claiming citizenship for them through our naturalization. Are they still required to reacquire Philippine citizenship if they want to become dual citizens? They have never renounced their Philippine citizenship and are now all grownup.
I would assume that since they were naturalized by virtue of your naturalization that they lost their Philippine citizenship as well. So normally they will only be required to file Report of Birth. However, since they were born in the Philippines there is a record of birth which means that this is unlikely to be required. This is a good question to ask the Philippine Consulate. I'm not sure what the answer is. 🙂
How are you accused of being a traitor when you pay the US taxes from retirement even when living abroad? The guy that told you this is just miserable.
That was my thought when I first heard about dual citizenship, the loyalty issue. Because once a person becomes a naturalized citizen of any country one pledges allegiance to the new acquired country.
I am trying to find a phone number for the Philippine Consulate Office in San Francisco, particularly for the SSA section but could not find one. The number they gave me is a disconnected line.. I tried to find one at the Consulate web site but could not find any. Hope somebody can provide me with the number. Thanks.
Hello! I am planning to apply for dual citizenship after coming here to the US by marriage and naturalized as a US citizen since 1997. I have two children, 18 and 23 years of age, and same husband. My question is when I apply for a dual citizenship, where can I do it from Virginia and also, could my husband and kids apply it with me for dual as well? We plan to retire in 10 years or less from now. We would like to be able to visit in the Phillipines during that time and to come back here in the US when we want to. Can it be possible for me and my family to do that? I really will appreciate your comments and I do enjoy watching your videos! Salamat po!👍😊🤩
You can apply for dual citizenship. Your husband cannot because dual citizenship is only granted to "former" Filipino citizens. I assume that your children were born in the U.S. At least one parent (meaning, you) should be a *_Filipino Citizen at the time of birth of each child_* . If one of your child (the 18 year old) meets that requirement, he will be considered born Filipino and you simply have to file a Report of Birth. He can then apply for Philippine passport and considered a dual citizen.
@@vloggergrandpa2707 thank you so much sa reply nyo po!😊 Napakalaking bagay na maitulong po sa mga kagaya ko na wla masyadong kaalaman tungkol sa mga immigration laws.😊 Salamat ng marami... So may age limit pala to consider for my kids. Anyway, where can we apply from Virginia? Also, I'm hoping na may videos din kayo about benefits pag dual citizen ka or not and how to own a property sa Pinas or pwede ba? Salamat po uli!🙂 More power sa mga vlogs nyo po Sir!👍🤩
You may want to check with the Philippine Consulate. My understanding is that dual citizenship is only granted to those who were formerly Filipino Citizen but lost citizenship due to naturalization. Your children don't meet this test. I was hoping that they will be considered born Filipino citizen at time of their birth. But, since mother and father were both American citizens at the time of their birth, I feel they don't meet this requirement either. I would encourage you to talk to the Philippine Consulate just to be sure. And, let me know what happens. Here's the list of consular offices with jurisdiction where you live: www.philippinessanfrancisco.org/philippines-sf/consulate-finder-sf/
My family members are US citizens for over 260 years. In the 1980's and 1990's my brother and and his US citizen wife were missionaries in the Philippines. While in the Philippines there daughter was born in San Fernando La Union. I first met his daughter at five years old. She spoke English, Tagalog and Ilocano. My question is, is my niece a natural born filipina? Please explain.
If I understand correctly all parties here are Americans. But the subject were talking about is the child who was born in the Philippines and spoke English, Tagalog, and Ilocano. My understanding is that citizenship in the Philippines is established by blood and not by birth. Therefore, my guess is that she will not be considered a Filipino citizen although she could apply for naturalization after 10 years of residence. I think it's best for you to discuss this with the immigration office. Maybe there's something else they can do that I am not aware of.
Thanks for the reply. I thought that my be the answer. I myself am marred to a filipina for 28 years who is a dual citizen. Also my daughter is a dual citizen.
It is impossible to be US citizens for over 260 years since the US has only been around for 243 years. Before July 4, 1776, your ancestors were subjects of the British Empire. Too bad they did not allow dual citizens back then. 8-)
@richardcamp Allow me to add a relevant history to this discussion. Filipinos in the United States mainland began its presence in the late 1500's in California and Louisiana via the Philippine-Acapulco galleon trade. So technically, Filipinos were part of the early settlers in America just like the Europeans. Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Filipino_Americans
I am 75 years old am a Philippine citizen, married to a natural born caucasian American citizen for40 years; my daughter was born in the US and is now 35 years old. Is there any impediment for my daughter to apply for Philippine citizenship at this age? I had no reason to give up my Philippine citizenship to live in the USA on a permanent resident visa which was easy enough for me to have , being married for 5 years at that time that I applied for a green card, and pregnant with our first child. I am able to enjoy the same benefits as a US citizen except that of voting, holding a federal job, being out of the country for more than 6 months, and being required to apply for a visa for most countries except those in SE Asia. Am I missing out on anything else by not being a US Citizen apart from that listed?
Since your daughter was born after 1973, she is considered a Filipino citizen because mother was Filipino at the time of her birth. All she has to do is file a Report of Birth since there is not record of her birth in the Philippines. Thereafter, she could apply for a Philippine Passport. If you plan to live in the Philippines, I would encourage you to apply for U.S. citizenship to be sure you have all the benefits of an American citizen, then apply for dual citizenship in the Philippine. Best to have both! You never know when you might need it until it's too late.
Having dual citizenship is like having your two parents, you receive the best from them and love them equally. I believe that really the big problem would be if the countries that you are citizen of have conflicts. At that point, I really believe that one's has to decide which one to keep and be 100 percent loyal to that one.
Sir, I only have a question? I applied dual citizen here in the Philippines, I'm a little confused. My documents are submitted in person in Manila, while doing that I recited the Philippines Oath to Allegiance, I signed it an the witness. I'm a little bit shocked and my mind went blank. They told me wait for the documents for about 2-4 months. I'm confused?? This means I'm dual citizen now or do I have to wait for approval??? The way I understand it, is that once you raised your right hand and recite the Philippines Oath to Allegiance it means you're good to go as dual citizen.. But I'm still waiting for the time frame that I've been told it's about 3wks now. They gave me a number to call, but they told me I can follow up with in 2mo?? I appreciate your input and time for answering my question. Have a great day.
As far as I know that's correct. I applied in NYC in the morning. I came from Philadelphia which was two hours away. I was interviewed, then I was asked to come back in the afternoon. When I came back, all the applicants were asked to take the Oath of Allegiance, then we were handed our dual citizenship papers. All done in one day. I don't know how it's done in the Philippines.
There is no doubt that as soon as I enlisted in the US Navy in 1968 at Sangley Point, Cavite, I apply for the US citizenship. Why? Its for economic reasons. . I was able to bring my mother and my 10 siblings to the U.S. Now they live a comfortable life, 5 are already retired from their jobs. We all have college degrees. After I retired from the US Navy having served for 25 years, Since I am still young, I decided to work for the US government at the Pentagon for another 17 years. I do not intend to get a dual citizenship. I may visit the Philippines every 2 years or so but not to retire there. I am happy where I am right now living in Florida. . where there is endless summer near Tampa.
give it to them gramp you're correct legally & morally. I'll take my hard earned money to where its treated the best! I am researching Chile & Colombia, Puerto Rico and many tax friendly countries. I ruled out Philippines as tax friendly
How about children of a Filipino parents who were born in a foreign country that makes them natural citizen of that country, are they allowed to be have a dual citizenship? If yes what is the requirement?
Actually, they are considered Filipino by blood. All they have to do is file a Report of Birth since they do not have a record of birth in the Philippines. Please call the Philippine Embassy or Consulate to get the list of papers that will be required. After that is filed, they can apply for a Passport.
If I travel and retire and live in the Philippines, which passport do I use. US or Philippine passport? How long I am allowed to stay? Please response, thank you. In 2021, I will retire and move back home.
To get out of the US and to come back to the US, present the US passport. When you get to the Philippines and when you get out of the Philippines present both the US passport and the Philippine passport. When you are a citizen of both countries, you can stay for as long as you want in the Philippines and leave as long as you want the United States.
Hi I have a question what if I am dual citizen using my philippine passport when I arrived in NAIA airport and I did not able to present my US passport to get stamp that I arrived in Manila that day? Because I have only 1 way ticket that time. And later I will return to USA, Am I in big trouble?
Someone commented on my channel that a stamp is no longer necessary since everything is now digital. Although I'm not sure that it's true in all cases, hopefully that is the case at NAIA. Just hope for the best. I'm sure you're not the first one where this happened. Maybe you just have some explaining to do. 🙂
@AdoraBecares & @PhilippineRetirement&Travels If someone is a US citizen and has the passport to prove it... then that person has all the rights to enter the United States. However, you may have to answer a few questions at the port of entry for recording purposes... I doubt the US authorities were able to capture the departure info if the US passport was not presented during the exit..
Sir let me have the honor to be the first to comment, As long as you don't commit a crime against any country then why can you be consider immoral as long as you don't break any laws against any country I think there's nothing illegal or immoral about being a Dual Citizen. Sir - in short " Inggit lang sila dahil dual citizen po kayo"
My wife and daughter are dual citizens. It's a wonderful gift and does not affect their allegiance to the USA or the Philippines. And my late father in law was granted american citizenship because he was a volunteer guerilla fighter in WW2 and received a burial with full military honors in the Philippines. A hero and a dual citizen.
If Duterte continues courting China, and the relationship between the Philippines and the U.S. sours, that "wonderful gift" could certainly call their allegiance into question.
I am a Filipino who became a naturalize American citizen . Retired and I have my pension and medicare reduction. Residing in the phil. , but I would like my medicare contribution to stop either temp. or permanent , can I do that by going to the U S embassy in the Phil. Or it is legal to do it?
Have not encountered that situation. I guess you do not have to terminate Part A (for hospitalization) since that is paid for by the government anyway. As far as part B and D are concerned, I believe they are optional unless you have a supplemental or advantageous insurance that is connected to Medicare, in which case that will also be mandatory. You can always try the US Embassy, but I think a simple letter to SS would suffice.
@manuelromero & @PhilippineRetirement&Travels Allow me to provide additional info... here is the Medicare website for further reading. This may answer most of your queries by going thru the provisions.... www.medicare.gov/about-us
YOU CAN TERMINATE YOUR MEDICARE CONTRIBUTION JUST GO TO THE SS OFFICE IN THE EMBASSY BUT IF YOU EVER PLAN TO GO THE US AFTER YOUR MEDICARE IS TERMINATED AND YOU GOT SICK U WILL SPEND YOUR OWN MONEY FOR HOSPITALIZATION UNLESS YOU HAVE OTHER MEDICAL INSURANCE SO THINK VERY WELL IF U WANT TO CANCEL OR NOT IN MY OPINION DON'T CANCEL YOUR MEDICARE HUT THEN AGAIN IT IS YOUR CHOICE
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I have no problem being loyal to America and Philippines... Many proud Filipinos have served in the United States Military.. l am one of them.. Born Philippines and grew up USA...
Dual citizenship is legal and accepted by both US and Philippines by virtue of agreement. Whether it is moral, really should not be an issue because the term is subjective. I'm a dual citizen of the US and Philippines. I immigrated to the US when I was 16 years old through my parents. I've served the US military for 23 years, placing my life in harms way and participated in four wars. I was also in law enforcement for 7 years, after my military career, and I was disabled in the line of duty. I've served my community where I lived in the US for 43 years. What's wrong if I decide to retire in the Philippines and spend the rest of my life serving Filipinos this time? So, I dare anyone to challenge my loyalty. Can't one be loyal to both one's wife and children at the same time? Is is immoral? @Philippine Retirement & Travels: Sir, there's really no point justifying your decision of becoming a dual citizen to myopic minded people. Thanks for your insights!
Same here. I served in the U.S Army for 14 years and was force out because of Reduction in Force(RIF). I was deployed to the war zone in Iraq. I am planning to acquire my dual citizenship because I am retiring next year at the age of 62. I have a total of 30 years of government service but going back to my roots is not being a traitor. A traitor is not willing to sacrifice themselves for their country. I already done that. Thanks for clarifying that, sir. Comment from a Gulf War Veteran. Big Red One. 1st Inf. Div.
Thank you both for your service. I'm 40 years old and serving in my 18th year in the military. I have actually never heard of being a dual citizen as a negative thing. I'm afraid he is taking someone's comment to serious. There's racist jerks everywhere, especially here on RUclips. We just need to learn how to ignore them. I met my soulmate (Filipina) in Saudi Arabia, of all places and I plan on retiring in the Philippines. I have several years to go but the sooner the better ;)
Respect to you and your family l hope your life is good.
Thank you for your service to my adopted country. God bless you and your family!
It is not really legal because the US govt has no law stating that you are allowed to have dual citizenship and it is wrong to say mutual agreement between govt because there really no such agreement. the US govt has no law allowing you to have dual citizenship or require a person to choose one nationality or another. . Having dual citizenship could be or is a loophole in taking away your citizenship though the US govt has not really paid attention to it but again it is a loophole.. Mind you that the oath for Pilipino citizenship you renounce your citizenship to your present citizenship just as the same as you take oath for your US citizenship.
You always have really good information and discussions. LOL...funny about being called a traitor, as you mentioned when ILLEGAL immigrants come here with NO intention of assimilation and are here 20 years an never even attempt to make themselves legal. Glad to have had you here sir in the USA for the past 40 years...Legally. Enjoy your Retirement. The Philippines is an awesome country, especially in Faith. God bless you sir.
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The intent of Balikbayan or dual citizenships law in the Philippines is to encourage former Filipinos to return home for ecomic reasons.(posibly) The other reason is to bring back those skills learned from other countries and put them to use in the Philippines.
It is perfectly legal and moral. Anybody saying otherwise is just envious of people who can. Life is never fair.
Of course, they do not have any good arguments and are just bad people and stupid
"PERFECTLY" legal and moral? I disagree! It's a complex subject and to say it is "perfectly" legal and moral is a gross over simplification! Complex subjects have complex answers. It's not simple, and to question what country one gives their true loyalty to is indeed a legitimate question.
I worked so many years here in the USA. I didn’t think of becoming a naturalized citizen before, but later I realized, I owe so much to this country in terms of giving me the opportunity to build my dreams and reach my goals. As a token of appreciation I decided to become an American citizen, and renounced my citizenship as a Filipino. I am now retired but the thought of having a dual citizenship doesn’t cross my mind. It doesn’t make sense to me. I will remain an American citizen. My allegiance and loyalty is now for America. Not that I have forgotten my roots and heritage. A part of me being a Filipino by heart is still there. We must not forget where we came from. But having two allegiances and loyalties to two countries doesn’t really work for me. I have to be loyal and keep my allegiance to only one country of my citizenship. I can come and visit the Philippines and respect and obey the laws and authority as just like before.
I love your channel! Short intro, informative, honest and to the point.
I am an Indian by birth and American by choice. Love all your videos. I am so fascinated with your presentations and the crisp, clear explanations you provide with some humor. Thank you and keep up the good work Sir.
Have a terrific day!
First citizenship is not by choice of the holder but by parents. Dual citizenship is by choice to take advantage of the laws of the countries as a citizen.
@BadBoyJR Yup. My parents are both Dominican and born in DR so they are Dual citizens because they moved to the US and had me. My parents got their US citizen after they immigrated.
I'm a US citizen because I was born in America by default. Because my parents are both Dominican, I can also become a Dominican citizen! I just need to get my Cedula(Dominican ID) and a few other things. I have all my documents. I want to open a Bank Account in DR so I just need my Cedula. I have the rest I need. It's a good thing to be Dual Citizenship.
Im a proud 🇩🇴Dominican but not a 🇩🇴 citizen. I don't feel complete unless i'm a citizen! Everyone from my family supports me.
thank you for taking the time to do this...my wife has been in the US for 9 yr....worked hard,paid into the system..(income tax)...been able to send $$ back home.ph...but has not wanted to give up ph ciz.ship....has talked about dual....now i have enough info to help her get it done...thanks man!!
Bumped on your video. Very informative to dual citizens. I am enjoying my retirement here in the Philippines since 2007. Carry on.
You do an excellent job giving us information on the PH. Do not let the trolls get you down!! Thanks for the video!
You made me reach the conclusion to become a dual citizen. Thank you Sir! We can tell that you are an educated Filipino. God bless you and your family.
I'm a dual Citizen and I love it. Both Countries makes ma proud, i was raised and molded in the Philippines and my employer here in the US is benefiting from it as i work really hard because i grew up having nothing, so i don't take for granted all the great opportunities that are given to me. :)
Great to hear what you had to say to refute others question of "loyalty."
Very well explained Grandpa!👍tama lang na mayroong law at binigyan tayo ng karapatan na makakuha tayo ng dual citizenship. Yan ang gagawin ko ngayon for my retirement and enjoy traveling back home no worries 😍 be positive not negative! be grateful ang thankful that they give us this opportunity to be back home and enjoying our stay 👍🤗 for those people who are not favor for this law that is your choices and opinions! God Bless everyone !🙏❤️
l was born in Germany in 1947 to a German mother and English father. lt was shortly after the war ended and my parents were unmarried at the time of my birth, so l was born a german. However, 7 months later they married and both my mother and l lost our german nationality and aquired the British one. l have lived in the UK all my life but for around 2 decades have been trying to get dual nationality as l am obviously both, but with little success.
However, now, due to a very recent change in the law, l have a very good chance of getting it and l am so happy. l FEEL both german and english, and by blood l AM both. To deny anyone in similar circumstances their birthright is like asking them " who do you love most, your father or your mother" !! An impossible question to answer !!!
Thank you so much for your valuable information! 👍🏻
God bless you always!
I bet my bottom dollar that if the government ask that person to pick up a gun, go in battle and fight and die for his country, he would coward down. Don't let stuff like this get into you, sir. We have so many Arm Chair Warriors these days. I am in the service myself and I have no problem with people getting dual citizen.
Well said. We’re on the same point where being a US citizen for almost 45 years now since Nixon time. I missed my motherland and it’s always gonna be in my heart forever. So it’s reasonable & convenient. Thank you!
Resident Pinoys are generally rabid about dual citizenship for a Filipino. I don’t find it amongst other countries citizens. I think it is just jealousy of the residents. Respect Po!
Being a dual citizen is not Being a traitor.
To have a dual citizen is a personal choice and not coerced. Much more not a traitor.
Sometimes some people are closed minded (its their way or the highway). They claim to be inclusive as long as you stay in their lane. We cannot change their minds with logic or facts kaya its better na be knowledgeable about dual citizenship para we can act appropriately just in case magkaroon ng conflict. I'm glad you covered this topic. Thank you po.
thank u so much for giving us knowledge cz Mabuhay !!!! PILIPINAS /USA
I am a retired US military with a pension and also a dual citizen of the Philippines. I asked the US Military if I lose my pension they said no.
im loyal to USA ... my heart belongs to the Philippines.
Continue what you are doing Sir Danny! You are considered a great motivational speaker and thumbs up for that! You are wise and experienced and a mentor to us.
U.S and Philippines have some kind of agreement to pick up U.S citizen who are wanted in U.S
Economically and Filipino traits and close family relationship are most valuable assets one country can be proud of.
@Philippine Retirement & Travels
Hi Danny, Once again, you delivered a very informative topic to better understand this subject of multiple nationality. Let me add a few more features (re Multiple Citizenship) which are practically not feasible to relay in less than 30 mins of discussion. I use the word "multiple" instead of dual because there is a minority of US citizens who have acquired more than 2 citizenship.
First. The US-Philippines relationship is very unique when it comes to Dual Citizenship. As a former US colony/territory, the Philippines is privilege to possess certain advantages unlike most countries. Even before the passage of R.A. 9225 aka Citizen Retention and Reacquisition Act of 2003, some Filipinos were allowed to join the US military... a very unique arrangement between sovereign nations. This unique relationship played a major role in finally adopting the retention/re-acquisition of Philippine citizenship by the Philippine Congress. If one will pay very close attention to RA 9225, the title is not "Dual Citizen Act of 2003". Why? Because of the dynamic debate in the Philippine Congress (before it became law) between those who are "for" and those who are "against" the passage of the law. As a compromise, RA 9225 was renamed to what it is now.
Second. Another feature of RA 9225 is the provision of "derivative citizenship" as quoted below...
"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.
A child who is 18 years of age or older at the time of the parent’s reacquisition of Philippine citizenship, but was born when either parent was still a Filipino citizen, shall be considered to have been a natural born Filipino and may apply for reacquisition of Philippine citizenship on his/her own behalf."
Third. Surely, the continuous retirement of Fil-American "baby boomers" and other Filipino descent retirees all over the world will create an economic impact to the Philippines. According to recent surveys, there are at least 200k retired Fil-Americans who have intentions to retire in the Philippines. However, the most significant obstacle to making those intentions into reality is the portability of their Medicare coverage to the Philippines. Although there are certain work around approaches, the process is still tedious (in reference to my recent private email to you on this subject matter).
Thank you.
Great points!
There are several situations in the US where dual citizenship is not allowed:
1. You work in a Federal agency where your role requires SECRET clearance
2. You work at a Federal contractor (example, Lockheed-Martin) where your role requires SECRET clearance
3. You are running for or occupying a political position (classic example of Ted Cruz renouncing his Canadian citizenship)
4. You are a commissioned officer in the US military (foreign enlisted personnel currently serve in the military)
Correct... one will have to make a choice.... to retain those 4 categories or pursue dual citizenship.
Of course, if you are not retirement age, it's a no brainer choice... but once you've reach retirement age and is thinking of retiring in the Philippines, the weight of dual citizenship option tilts more favorably...
I did research before I decided to be dual citizen and it was done here in US at the Philippine Embassy.
Hey, great videos and I love the content. I'm a US citzen born here and my parents are from here (no blood ties back to the Philippines). My understanding is it's not possible to get dual citzenship as a US citzen in the Philippines? I'm only 27 and I am mostly surrounded by Filipinos and really enjoy the culture and I'm looking ahead at retiring in the Philippines but want to have property there, however it sounds like this isn't possible without giving up my US citizenship?
That is correct. You will need to be a Filipino citizen originally, or with parents who was once a Filipino when you were born. The only way you can get Filipino citizenship is by applying after 10 years, or 5 years if married to a Filipino. Also, you will have to give up your U.S. citizenship.
@@vloggergrandpa2707 thank you for taking the time to confirm my thoughts. I will look into other avenues for retiring there then.
But it is your parents born in Philippines?
maraming Salamat po Sir at napakarami po ninyong taong matutulungan.
Loyalty is not coming from citizenship it come from a person of morality and values to be loyal and general
i naturalized in 2006, after getting my US passport, i renewed my philippine passport and to seal the deal for dual citizenship i paid $50 at the philippine consulate in los angeles back in 2011 to get a 3 page document which i present together with my 2 passports whenever i leave or enter the philippines.
I'm planning to go back to the phil. on June 1, 2021. I'm a dual citizen. But my problem is I've lost the original copy of the certificate of Retention and I only have a copy of it. Is it sufficient or acceptable to show to the Immigration at the airport? Do I need to get it notarized or is there is another way of securing a certified true copy of the Certificate of Retention? I only have 4 months to go to before my flight to the phil. Thank you for your help.
You can apply for a certified true copy of your Certificate BUT it has to be at the same consulate where you became a dual citizen. The fee was $25 around 4 years ago; it might have gone up.
We don't watch CNN, Fox,MSNBC and other fake media. Thank you for all the info.. I have 10 years more to go to retire. As being Filipino US citizen how long I am allowed to stay in the Philippines??
@Myrna Hall You can go to the Philippines under the Balikbayan Program and stay for a year. If you are dual citizen, you can stay forever.
I am dual citizen, every time I travel to the Philippines I am presenting my 2 passports. Entering and leaving Philippines. Only presenting 2 passports in the Philippines. Entering other countries I am only presenting 1 passport.
Hi,,one question,,I know that Indonesia doesn't accept dual citizenship, when you become a citizen in Indonesia, you renounce any other citizenship,,of cause, in this case,,USA doesn't care , renouncing USA citizenship takes a long process, so they don't care about words while becoming a citizen in another country,,,,,,my question,,im a usa citizen, if I become an Indonesian citizen, how can I travel with two passports, if not , which passport would be best to use to avoid problems,,,lets say,,I want to go back home, USA,,,I cant use the Indonesian passport because the usa won't just give me a visa, but if I use my usa passport,.on my return to Indonesia, if I usa the usa passport again,,than since I live Indonesia, my Indonesian visa would expire,,,,and if I come back from the usa with the Indonesian passport, and later I want to visit the usa again I won't be able to use my usa passport because the visa has been expired,,,,can you please advise me on a strategy on how to use both passports,,I know that there has to be an smart way to do this,,thanks
Use the passport that gives you the best benefit. That's why you are dual. I don't know about Indonesia, but just understand the law differences between countries. I have a vlog on how this is handled in the Philippines. Here's the link to my channel. ruclips.net/channel/UCYU70S4jYvhw0BOetMFdD6Avideos
@@vloggergrandpa2707 thanks,, the problem is if I travel with the usa passport back home and I return back to indonesia with the same usa passport,,than I may find my self in a difficult situation, since I'm planning to stay one year ,that means that my entry visa from usa would expire long before the year end.......
If you are citizen of both US and Indonesia, and you have passport in both countries, you will not usually need a visa. I don't understand the question.
@@vloggergrandpa2707 ok,,if I go to the usa with my usa passport, I have to come back to indonesia with my usa passport,,by doing that,,I only have 60 days visa in Indonesia and than I have to go back to usa,,,if I was to show my Indonesian passport together with the usa,,than I could get fines,,and even the revocation of my citizenship, I know there is away to use both passports with out having a problem,,I red something about leaving one passport in Malaysia with a friend and continue with the other passport,,I dint get a chance to read the whole thing
THANK YOU VLOPGGER GRANDPA for the information , GOD BLESS you .
But some U.S. citizen, due to his/her job with the federal government, can't have dual citizenship because of security clearance policy.
Right!
well done , as I am an American planning on become an expat to the Philippines . With marriage and possibility of kids, This had me worried . Thank You
Hello. Love your blogs. Very informational. I would like to ask you a question. Hopefully you can help me. Do you know if it’s possible for an American born citizen to acquire a dual citizenship for the Philippines while in the United States?
Thank you very much
Define American-born. If ORIGINALLY an American with no blood affiliation with the PHilippines (meaning not former Filipino, or one with Filipino parents), the answer is no. Dual citizenship is only granted to former Filipinos who lost their citizenship due to naturalization.
Grandpa , I'm a filipino but im a citizens here in USA .can i stay 4months in the Philippines without any problem? Im planing to visit soon.
thanks for your topic it is 100%
true.
Dual Citizenship is legal no one deny your her originally birth place. they are entitled
I am sure other's carry 3 citizenship
this is due to marriage, or birth
and are not called traitor. traitors are who committed vital wrong doings to the country holding their passport.
I have a natural born Filipino friend who is now a U.S.citizen living on disability insurance worth $700/mo. in the U.S. I told my friend that you can't live a good life with that amount there and instead why not live here with that money here in the Philippines in order for my friend to live a better life. Your thoughts and advice on this matter would be appreciated sir, thank you, Mr. J. Dadivas
Answered above.
How can my friend get its disability benefit money monthly from the US to the Philippines? Thanks
Philippine Retirement & Travels: How can my friend get its disability benefit money monthly from the US to the Philippines? Thanks
Best to ask the office making disability payments directly. Another is to keep a U.S. residence active and simply use the Philippines as a "vacation" place. Have your disability remittances to a U.S. bank account and make a transfer to the Philippine bank yourself. Just a thought.
So true about America lolo! I love the great country of America. I’m an American Citizen since I was 5. However, I am also loyal to my native country the Philippines. As long as we abide by the law, forget what the hypocrites say
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GOOD MAN,,, YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO TRAVEL THE WORLD ONCE YOU RETIRED...😊
Whoever claims being loyal is a crap. Don't get affected by someone's negative and narrow-minded opinion.
Good day Sir, thank you very much for the complete informations. Happy Easter and God bless.
I like you even more now sir. Your videos are very helpful. My Asawa and I are subscibers and love youe videos. Salamat Po.
Hello again! I don't have my dual citizenship yet, but if I do, can it affect my family's plan to travel to the Phillipines next year as well as visit Japan for a week on our way back to the US? Also, I am now working at a Federal Hospital in the US. Will this affect my duel citizenship if I apply for one? Thanks again!😊
I don't see why it should affect your travel and employment since you are not required to have security clearance by your employer, are you?
@@vloggergrandpa2707 thanks po!😊
On the flip side, it would be wonderful to be able to become a Philippine citizen!
Hi.. its very interesting all your information.. I am a follower bec I have Family leaving in the US.
Good to hear Differnt topics everytime I watch your blog.
Thanks .. 🙏 hoping more information.. its keep me updated
Take care and be safe.. 😍
What is important is you are abiding the laws in both countries...pay tax in both countries...loyal to both countries..I see no problem being a dual citizen .
just an fyi... for foreigners and/or dual citizens, only income derived from the Philippines are taxable in the Philippines.
I love your videos please continue the good work of helping your Kababayans understand dual citizenship. I am planning to get mine this year, wish me luck. More power to you
Good luck!
Whoever that person was who called Filipinos "traitor" by becoming a US citizen, has to know what is the real definition of "traitor". He has a very narrow definition of the word.
Well said.
How come Duterte, he's a Filipino and yet a TRAITOR by allowing China to claim the islands in west Philippines little by little without "Barking" loud as he does against the Catholic Church and its clergy.
Hu U 2 say DU30 s a traitor? Open ur eyes how the Philippines is evolving to b a First World country. Be apolitical wd ur Comment as Bob does. I admire those Filipinos who were once the group of the BRAIN DRAIN and now availing of the Retirement Law. At least they are NOW sharing their savings to the Philippines as required by the Law. Unlike others, who remained in the US til their twilight years. Please include in your bucket lists to share NOW your blessings. Salamat po ng marami.
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Allow me to qualify your statement... no country that I know of has "officially" declared that they allowed China to claim and allowed to establish a military base at the disputed islands... (unless you have knowledge or proof ).
The facts: None of the countries in South East Asia would dare wage war against China's military might. Only the United States has the means and military might to counter the Chinese aggression... unfortunately, the USA was negligent and did not prevent China from building a military base in the Spratly islands.
I'm a U.S. Citizens, if I retire in the Philippines do I have to pay tax?
I understand I have to pay in US deducted from my SS.
That is covered in one of my vlogs. Here's the link to my channel. ruclips.net/channel/UCYU70S4jYvhw0BOetMFdD6Avideos
Hi Good day. Do you have any knowledge regarding US Citizens born in the Philippines? Does it immediately make me a dual citizen? I really need your help please.
The nationality law of the Philippines is based on Jus Saguinis (right of blood). So you could only be a FIlipino citizen if either of your parent is a Filipino citizen at the time of your birth, regardless of where.
I was amazed you didn't have any likes sir , I Will be the first to like your video because it's deserved. Mabuhay opo.
You're right! 20,000+ views, and no likes. Damn! Thank you. 🙂
I just checked the dashboard. I had 500 plus likes. It's just not displaying on the video. Wonder why. Thanks for bringing that to my attention because I was amazed too. 🙂
@@vloggergrandpa2707 That is a bit strange it's not showing , You are welcome. Should be more than 500 you put out amazing value of information , I would actually consider calling it pro work, Even communication. better than most bloggers you see. I gave it a share as well, And I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos. became a subscriber.
Thank you.
Patty Stephens what calling us a users I came to the United States legally and work for so many years and was deducted every pay check for the social security purposes and paid my taxes every year even I’m I already retired right now so is that you called a users ? I have a dual citizenship and planning to retire in the Philippines and will continue to pay my tax every year in the USA so still calling me a users?
I lost my PH citizenship 5 yrs ago when I did pledge of allegiance and become US citizen. And now getting Dual? will think about it, thanks for your explanations.
you guys can be loyal to two countries,
me, i'm loyal to both of my wives.
we just have different outlook in life.
Much love & respect to your opinion ✌️
Very informative and empowering video! Thank you sir.
I have a co worker who’s a Canadian and US Citizen. Negative people just needed to be noticed because nobody cares about them. Best thing to do is to ignore them.
I M in the process of doing dual citizenship, my other question is who do I contact to ship my Harley over to Philippines
Contact any International shipper.
first comment here. not all dual citizenship is by choice some are by birth.
@@MyLifeMyTravelsMyAdventures Yes, that's true. I'm automatically Filipino Citizen too since my mom was still a Filipino citizen when I was born in the US. So this is not my choice but I'm happy that I have dual citizenship automatically. Not all Asian countries are nice enough to give dual citizenship.
@@sidlee7205 sorry to break the news... dual citizenship is not automatic... you still have to apply for it and go through the process... the good news is.. it normally just takes a day to do it at any Philippine consulate.
What happen now that the Manila embassy is closing.where do we get our dual citizenship,and what is needed if I to go home to the Philippines what kind of paperwork that I need to take from USA.
The US Embassy in Manila is NOT closing down. It is just the CIS (Citizenship and Immigration Services) department that was shut down. The CIS in several other foreign countries are also being shut down. The official reason is 'low workload' but others claim that it is really a part of the Trump administration's efforts to make it more difficult for chain migration.
KUA.. Good job po. Dito po ako sa Pinas. Waiting for the time and date to take the Oath of Re Acquisition of Philippine Citizenship. I was born here sa Subic Bay due to my fathers Military Service for Uncle Sam.
How are you coping since living in Philippines?
Grandpa, about "taxation" do we have to pay our taxes to both, (double taxed)? Please, explain, what taxes are being required by us to both countries, like what?
@Federico Nevalasca. That is covered in one of my vlogs. Here's the link to my channel. ruclips.net/channel/UCYU70S4jYvhw0BOetMFdD6Avideos
My family... my wife and four minor children were admitted as legal residents of the US in the 1990s. In 1996, my wife and I became naturalized citizens. Months later I applied US passports for all all of my still minor kids, claiming citizenship for them through our naturalization. Are they still required to reacquire Philippine citizenship if they want to become dual citizens? They have never renounced their Philippine citizenship and are now all grownup.
I would assume that since they were naturalized by virtue of your naturalization that they lost their Philippine citizenship as well. So normally they will only be required to file Report of Birth. However, since they were born in the Philippines there is a record of birth which means that this is unlikely to be required. This is a good question to ask the Philippine Consulate. I'm not sure what the answer is. 🙂
Sir are you also a dual citizen. I’ll just ask. Thank you
Yes
How are you accused of being a traitor when you pay the US taxes from retirement even when living abroad? The guy that told you this is just miserable.
ITS CALLED "BURR UP HIS @SS"
That was my thought when I first heard about dual citizenship, the loyalty issue. Because once a person becomes a naturalized citizen of any country one pledges allegiance to the new acquired country.
I am trying to find a phone number for the Philippine Consulate Office in San Francisco, particularly for the SSA section but could not find one. The number they gave me is a disconnected line.. I tried to find one at the Consulate web site but could not find any. Hope somebody can provide me with the number. Thanks.
Office of Philippine Consulate office is San Francisco is (415) 433-6666. No assurance though that someone will answer the phone. Give it a try! 🙂
Hello! I am planning to apply for dual citizenship after coming here to the US by marriage and naturalized as a US citizen since 1997. I have two children, 18 and 23 years of age, and same husband. My question is when I apply for a dual citizenship, where can I do it from Virginia and also, could my husband and kids apply it with me for dual as well? We plan to retire in 10 years or less from now. We would like to be able to visit in the Phillipines during that time and to come back here in the US when we want to. Can it be possible for me and my family to do that? I really will appreciate your comments and I do enjoy watching your videos! Salamat po!👍😊🤩
You can apply for dual citizenship. Your husband cannot because dual citizenship is only granted to "former" Filipino citizens. I assume that your children were born in the U.S. At least one parent (meaning, you) should be a *_Filipino Citizen at the time of birth of each child_* . If one of your child (the 18 year old) meets that requirement, he will be considered born Filipino and you simply have to file a Report of Birth. He can then apply for Philippine passport and considered a dual citizen.
@@vloggergrandpa2707 thank you so much sa reply nyo po!😊 Napakalaking bagay na maitulong po sa mga kagaya ko na wla masyadong kaalaman tungkol sa mga immigration laws.😊 Salamat ng marami... So may age limit pala to consider for my kids. Anyway, where can we apply from Virginia? Also, I'm hoping na may videos din kayo about benefits pag dual citizen ka or not and how to own a property sa Pinas or pwede ba? Salamat po uli!🙂 More power sa mga vlogs nyo po Sir!👍🤩
You may want to check with the Philippine Consulate. My understanding is that dual citizenship is only granted to those who were formerly Filipino Citizen but lost citizenship due to naturalization. Your children don't meet this test. I was hoping that they will be considered born Filipino citizen at time of their birth. But, since mother and father were both American citizens at the time of their birth, I feel they don't meet this requirement either. I would encourage you to talk to the Philippine Consulate just to be sure. And, let me know what happens. Here's the list of consular offices with jurisdiction where you live: www.philippinessanfrancisco.org/philippines-sf/consulate-finder-sf/
@@vloggergrandpa2707 cge po Sir! Salamat ng marami! 🤩 I'll be following your videos palagi po! God bless!☺
Very informative Thanks for sharing Granpa Godbless
My family members are US citizens for over 260 years. In the 1980's and 1990's my brother and and his US citizen wife were missionaries in the Philippines. While in the Philippines there daughter was born in San Fernando La Union. I first met his daughter at five years old. She spoke English, Tagalog and Ilocano. My question is, is my niece a natural born filipina? Please explain.
If I understand correctly all parties here are Americans. But the subject were talking about is the child who was born in the Philippines and spoke English, Tagalog, and Ilocano. My understanding is that citizenship in the Philippines is established by blood and not by birth. Therefore, my guess is that she will not be considered a Filipino citizen although she could apply for naturalization after 10 years of residence. I think it's best for you to discuss this with the immigration office. Maybe there's something else they can do that I am not aware of.
Thanks for the reply. I thought that my be the answer. I myself am marred to a filipina for 28 years who is a dual citizen. Also my daughter is a dual citizen.
It is impossible to be US citizens for over 260 years since the US has only been around for 243 years. Before July 4, 1776, your ancestors were subjects of the British Empire. Too bad they did not allow dual citizens back then. 8-)
@richardcamp Allow me to add a relevant history to this discussion. Filipinos in the United States mainland began its presence in the late 1500's in California and Louisiana via the Philippine-Acapulco galleon trade. So technically, Filipinos were part of the early settlers in America just like the Europeans.
Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Filipino_Americans
I am 75 years old am a Philippine citizen, married to a natural born caucasian American citizen for40 years; my daughter was born in the US and is now 35 years old. Is there any impediment for my daughter to apply for Philippine citizenship at this age? I had no reason to give up my Philippine citizenship to live in the USA on a permanent resident visa which was easy enough for me to have , being married for 5 years at that time that I applied for a green card, and pregnant with our first child. I am able to enjoy the same benefits as a US citizen except that of voting, holding a federal job, being out of the country for more than 6 months, and being required to apply for a visa for most countries except those in SE Asia. Am I missing out on anything else by not being a US Citizen apart from that listed?
Since your daughter was born after 1973, she is considered a Filipino citizen because mother was Filipino at the time of her birth. All she has to do is file a Report of Birth since there is not record of her birth in the Philippines. Thereafter, she could apply for a Philippine Passport. If you plan to live in the Philippines, I would encourage you to apply for U.S. citizenship to be sure you have all the benefits of an American citizen, then apply for dual citizenship in the Philippine. Best to have both! You never know when you might need it until it's too late.
There are probably millions of us with 2 or more passports. ....I'm American first, but have luxury of an Irish passport.
Very informative! Thank you sir!
Having dual citizenship is like having your two parents, you receive the best from them and love them equally. I believe that really the big problem would be if the countries that you are citizen of have conflicts. At that point, I really believe that one's has to decide which one to keep and be 100 percent loyal to that one.
Great point! Few here are thinking about a "what if" scenario.
You answered my question about reinstatement of citizenship. Thank you.
Sir, I only have a question? I applied dual citizen here in the Philippines, I'm a little confused. My documents are submitted in person in Manila, while doing that I recited the Philippines Oath to Allegiance, I signed it an the witness. I'm a little bit shocked and my mind went blank. They told me wait for the documents for about 2-4 months. I'm confused?? This means I'm dual citizen now or do I have to wait for approval??? The way I understand it, is that once you raised your right hand and recite the Philippines Oath to Allegiance it means you're good to go as dual citizen.. But I'm still waiting for the time frame that I've been told it's about 3wks now. They gave me a number to call, but they told me I can follow up with in 2mo?? I appreciate your input and time for answering my question. Have a great day.
As far as I know that's correct. I applied in NYC in the morning. I came from Philadelphia which was two hours away. I was interviewed, then I was asked to come back in the afternoon. When I came back, all the applicants were asked to take the Oath of Allegiance, then we were handed our dual citizenship papers. All done in one day. I don't know how it's done in the Philippines.
@@vloggergrandpa2707 Thanks
It’s easier and faster to file the application in the Phil consulate rather than in the Phil (bureau of immigration ).
Grandpa, is it possible to have 2 pensions for dual citizen? Philippines and US?
Yes, but I understand that it affects the amount you will receive.
There is no doubt that as soon as I enlisted in the US Navy in 1968 at Sangley Point, Cavite, I apply for the US citizenship. Why? Its for economic reasons. . I was able to bring my mother and my 10 siblings to the U.S. Now they live a comfortable life, 5 are already retired from their jobs. We all have college degrees. After I retired from the US Navy having served for 25 years, Since I am still young, I decided to work for the US government at the Pentagon for another 17 years. I do not intend to get a dual citizenship. I may visit the Philippines every 2 years or so but not to retire there. I am happy where I am right now living in Florida. . where there is endless summer near Tampa.
@Daniel Legaspi Good for you. thanks for sharing! What we have to do to help the family?
Great segment, I have learned a lot from you... thank you so much.
give it to them gramp you're correct legally & morally. I'll take my hard earned money to where its treated the best! I am researching Chile & Colombia, Puerto Rico and many tax friendly countries. I ruled out Philippines as tax friendly
Saw this video by accident. Very timely as I am doing my thesis on dual allegiance vis-a-vis dual citizenship right now.
What is the conclusion of your thesis? Is there a moral issue regarding dual citizenship?
How about children of a Filipino parents who were born in a foreign country that makes them natural citizen of that country, are they allowed to be have a dual citizenship? If yes what is the requirement?
Actually, they are considered Filipino by blood. All they have to do is file a Report of Birth since they do not have a record of birth in the Philippines. Please call the Philippine Embassy or Consulate to get the list of papers that will be required. After that is filed, they can apply for a Passport.
And are not citizens of any U.S. Territory citizens of the U.S. too?
Agree with you!! After work so hard and paying taxes in US
If I travel and retire and live in the Philippines, which passport do I use. US or Philippine passport? How long I am allowed to stay? Please response, thank you. In 2021, I will retire and move back home.
To get out of the US and to come back to the US, present the US passport. When you get to the Philippines and when you get out of the Philippines present both the US passport and the Philippine passport. When you are a citizen of both countries, you can stay for as long as you want in the Philippines and leave as long as you want the United States.
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Hi I have a question what if I am dual citizen using my philippine passport when I arrived in NAIA airport and I did not able to present my US passport to get stamp that I arrived in Manila that day? Because I have only 1 way ticket that time. And later I will return to USA, Am I in big trouble?
Someone commented on my channel that a stamp is no longer necessary since everything is now digital. Although I'm not sure that it's true in all cases, hopefully that is the case at NAIA. Just hope for the best. I'm sure you're not the first one where this happened. Maybe you just have some explaining to do. 🙂
@AdoraBecares & @PhilippineRetirement&Travels
If someone is a US citizen and has the passport to prove it... then that person has all the rights to enter the United States. However, you may have to answer a few questions at the port of entry for recording purposes... I doubt the US authorities were able to capture the departure info if the US passport was not presented during the exit..
Sir let me have the honor to be the first to comment, As long as you don't commit a crime against any country then why can you be consider immoral as long as you don't break any laws against any country I think there's nothing illegal or immoral about being a Dual Citizen. Sir - in short " Inggit lang sila dahil dual citizen po kayo"
it is universally accepted that anything legal is commonly accepted as moral.
My wife and daughter are dual citizens. It's a wonderful gift and does not affect their allegiance to the USA or the Philippines. And my late father in law was granted american citizenship because he was a volunteer guerilla fighter in WW2 and received a burial with full military honors in the Philippines. A hero and a dual citizen.
If Duterte continues courting China, and the relationship between the Philippines and the U.S. sours, that "wonderful gift" could certainly call their allegiance into question.
My daughter had dual citizenship until the age of 23. Make a choice, japanese or us.
It sucks that the Japanese Government “forced” her to choose one or the other. I’m just wondering, @Solarguy , which one did she choose and why?
I am a Filipino who became a naturalize American citizen . Retired and I have my pension and medicare reduction. Residing in the phil. , but I would
like my medicare contribution to stop either temp. or permanent , can I do that by going to the U S embassy in the Phil. Or it is legal to do it?
Have not encountered that situation. I guess you do not have to terminate Part A (for hospitalization) since that is paid for by the government anyway. As far as part B and D are concerned, I believe they are optional unless you have a supplemental or advantageous insurance that is connected to Medicare, in which case that will also be mandatory. You can always try the US Embassy, but I think a simple letter to SS would suffice.
@manuelromero & @PhilippineRetirement&Travels
Allow me to provide additional info... here is the Medicare website for further reading. This may answer most of your queries by going thru the provisions.... www.medicare.gov/about-us
YOU CAN TERMINATE YOUR MEDICARE CONTRIBUTION JUST GO TO THE SS OFFICE IN THE EMBASSY BUT IF YOU EVER PLAN TO GO THE US AFTER YOUR MEDICARE IS TERMINATED AND YOU GOT SICK U WILL SPEND YOUR OWN MONEY FOR HOSPITALIZATION UNLESS YOU HAVE OTHER MEDICAL INSURANCE SO THINK VERY WELL IF U WANT TO CANCEL OR NOT IN MY OPINION DON'T CANCEL YOUR MEDICARE HUT THEN AGAIN IT IS YOUR CHOICE
Would you personally recommend dual citizenship base on your situation and experience?
Yes. Absolutely!