Oath of Allegiance and Registration Procedure
- Mr. Blatche must take an Oath of Allegiance before an authorized officer.
- The oath must be registered with the Bureau of Immigration.
- Only after taking and registering the oath does Mr. Blatche fully enjoy Philippine citizenship.
Issuance of Certificate of Naturalization
- Upon registration of the Oath of Allegiance, the Bureau of Immigration is mandated to issue a Certificate of Naturalization to Mr. Blatche.
Effectivity of the Act
- The Act takes immediate effect following its publication in at least two newspapers of general circulation.
Legislative Approval and Promulgation
- The Act was passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate on May 27 and May 26, 2014, respectively.
- It was signed into law by the President of the Philippines on June 11, 2014.
Key Legal Concepts
- Naturalization by legislative act: This law exemplifies the grant of citizenship through a special law passed by Congress.
- Compliance with procedures: Citizenship is conferred only after oath-taking and registration.
- Rights and duties: Citizenship grants a full suite of constitutional and legal entitlements and responsibilities.
- Administrative enforcement: The Bureau of Immigration plays a critical role in the registration and certification process.