Fee for Alien Certificate of Residence

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Republic Act No. 118: Fee for Alien Certificate of Residence

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Title Supreme Court: Fee for Alien Certificate of Residence

Law: Republic Act No. 118

Decision Date: Jun 7, 1947

Republic Act No. 118 amends the Philippine Immigration Act of 1940 by requiring aliens to pay a fee of fifty pesos for each certificate of residence.

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Scope and Application

Applies specifically to aliens (foreign nationals) who seek to enter the Philippines.
The requirement is tied to the issuance of a Certificate of Residence, an official document necessary for legal residency status.

Legal Effect and Enforcement

Establishes the mandatory payment amount as part of the immigration requirements.
Ensures uniformity in the fees charged for residences certificates across all alien applicants.

Implementation

The Act took effect immediately upon its approval on June 7, 1947.
Mandates immigration authorities to enforce this fee in the processing of Certificates of Residence.

Legislative Authority

Enacted by the Philippine Congress, comprising the Senate and House of Representatives.
Amended existing provisions under Commonwealth Act No. 613, maintaining legislative consistency with immigration regulations.

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