How to Apply for Retention/ Re-acquisition of Philippine Citizenship

Here's the tutorial on How to Apply for Retention/ Re-acquisition of Philippine Citizenship UNDER R.A. 9225. Former Philippine citizens who have been naturalized in another country and wishes to retain or re-acquire their Philippine citizenship can apply at the Bureau of Immigration Main office.  Application fee cost P2,500, with Legal Seach fee of P00.00 and Express Fee of P500.

 

Make sure to bring the following with you: 

1. Checklist with complete documentary requirements

2. Application Form

3. Supplement for Dependent

Step by Step Procedure:

1. 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.
2. Submit the documents for pre-screening to the Central Receiving Unit (CRU) to process this transaction.
3. Take Oath of Allegiance.
4. Get the Order of Payment Slip (OPS).
5. Pay the required fees.
6. Verify status of application whether approved or not.
7. If approved, claim the Certificate of Retention/Reacquisition of Philippine Citizenship, Order of Approval and Oath of Allegiance.