Question & AnswerQ&A (PRC Resolution NO. 2000-654)
Section 14, Article XII of the 1987 Constitution of the Philippines limits the practice of all professions in the Philippines to Filipino citizens, except in cases prescribed by law.
A foreign national can practice a profession in the Philippines if there is reciprocity between the Philippines and the foreign country, meaning nationals from each country are allowed to practice their professions under the same conditions and privileges.
Two categories: (a) Resident foreign nationals who studied in the Philippines who are sons or daughters of Filipino citizens permanently residing in the USA or other countries or who became citizens thereof, and (b) foreign nationals admitted as residents in the Philippines who studied and graduated from recognized Philippine schools.
They must submit an authentic or authenticated transcript of records, certified photocopy of passport showing citizenship and entry date, a document from the Philippine Commission on Immigration and Deportation allowing residence, and additional documents as required by the Professional Regulatory Board.
No, they are not allowed to register, secure a professional license, or practice in the Philippines unless they comply with additional conditions such as naturalization or proving reciprocity from their country.
Their names are published in newspapers in a separate list denominated as 'Resident Foreign Examinees', but their ranks in the examination are not published.
No, they are not allowed to participate in the oath-taking ceremony for successful examinees.
They must either prove Filipino citizenship by naturalization or submit documents proving reciprocity from their country allowing Filipinos to practice the profession there on the same basis.
They will be issued a report of rating and a certificate of passing but cannot register or practice the profession in the Philippines.
The resolution took effect fifteen days after its publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation, whichever was earlier, after March 7, 2000.