How does parentage affect Philippine citizenship?
A person is considered a citizen of the Philippines if their father or mother is a citizen. This principle of jus sanguinis means that citizenship is transmitted through blood relationship. It does not matter if only one parent is a Filipino citizen for the child to qualify. Based on Article IV Section 1 1987 Philippine Constitution, parentage is a primary way to acquire citizenship. “(2) Those whose fathers or mothers are citizens of the Philippines;” 28-Jan-26About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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