Extension of Philippine Passport Validity

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Republic Act No. 10928: Extension of Philippine Passport Validity

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Extension of Philippine Passport Validity

Law: Republic Act No. 10928

Decision Date: Aug 2, 2017

Republic Act No. 10928 extends the validity of Philippine passports to ten years for adults and five years for minors, with the option for shorter validity if necessary for national interests, while also implementing measures to improve passport processing and security.

Law Summary

Implementing Authority and Regulations

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) is charged with formulating and issuing the necessary rules and regulations to implement the law.
The DFA must adopt best practices that ensure a seamless, convenient, and citizen-centered passport processing system.
The production and security features of passports should align with technological advances and international standards.

Separability Clause

If any provision or part of the law is declared unconstitutional or invalid, the remaining provisions will continue to be effective and enforceable.

Repealing Clause

All laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, or other issuances inconsistent with this Act are repealed or modified accordingly to ensure harmony with the new law.

Effectivity

The law takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or any national newspaper of general circulation.

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