Law Summary
Requirements for Recognition
- Submission of a petition via a letter-request made under oath by the Filipino parent or legally appointed guardian.
- If the child is 18 years or older, the application must be made by the child personally.
- In absence of parents or judicially appointed guardian, authorized persons with a power of attorney may file the petition.
Documentary Requirements
- Authenticated birth certificate of the child.
- Birth certificate of the Filipino parent.
- Affidavit of Citizenship from the Filipino parent attesting to citizenship at child’s birth.
- Photocopies of the child’s and the Filipino parent’s passports, if available.
- Proof of Filipino citizenship of the parent at the child’s birth other than passports.
Foreign Documentation and Translations
- All foreign-issued documents must be authenticated by the Philippine Consulate or Embassy having jurisdiction.
- Documents or communications in non-English or Filipino languages must be officially translated and sealed by the authorized embassy officer.
- Unofficial translations or unauthenticated foreign documents are inadmissible.
Procedure for Recognition
- The Bureau’s Records Section submits an official copy of the Order of Recognition to the Department of Justice within 72 days of approval.
- The Secretary of Justice must confirm the Order of Recognition as per Executive Order No. 292.
Issuance of Identification Certificate
- No identification certificate may be issued before Secretary of Justice confirmation of the Order.
- Identification certificates must prominently indicate the date of confirmation to be valid.
Effectivity
- The instruction takes effect 15 days after its publication and filing with the U.P. Law Center.
Authorities and Personnel
- The Commissioner of the Bureau is the official who oversees the process as per the instruction dated April 15, 1999.