Title
Source: Supreme Court
Rules on Foreign Resident Children School Admission
Law
Executive Order No. 704
Decision Date
Jul 13, 1981
Executive Order No. 704 establishes rules for the admission of minor children of foreign permanent residents in the Philippines to Philippine schools, allowing resident and non-resident children above seven years old to enroll, while outlining procedures for monitoring and recording foreign students and assigning responsibilities to relevant government agencies.

Law Summary

Admission Procedures and Requirements for Non-Resident Minor Children

  • Applies to children above seven (7) years old visiting for educational purposes.
  • Must apply for a student visa at the Philippine Consular Office in their country of origin.
  • Student visa issuance requires approval from the Philippine Immigration home office.
  • Conditions include non-excludability under Section 29 of the Immigration Law.
  • Initial admission granted for one (1) calendar school year with no extension.
  • Must depart the Philippines upon expiration of authorized stay.
  • Continuation of studies requires compliance with resident admission rules and repeated visa applications.
  • Execution of an affidavit of guarantee for financial support and return fare by the parents is mandatory.
  • No change of admission status allowed beyond the original entry authorization.

Monitoring and Reporting System for Foreign Students

  • The Commission on Immigration and Deportation, in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, will monitor foreign students with student visas.
  • Maintain records of arrivals and departures.
  • Provide monthly reports on overstaying students to the Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Education and Culture, and National Intelligence Service Agency.

Oversight by the Ministry of Justice

  • Ensures the Commission on Immigration and Deportation complies with rules on alien students' entry and stay.
  • Oversees proper departure of foreign students after their authorized stay.
  • Addresses violations of the conditions of stay.
  • Handles all legal questions regarding these matters.

Role of the Ministry of Education and Culture

  • Provides lists of foreign students who violate enrollment rules.
  • Coordinates with the Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Commission on Immigration and Deportation in enforcement.

Deportation of Violators

  • The Commission on Immigration and Deportation must deport foreign students who:
    • Fail to comply with enrollment regulations.
    • Overstay beyond authorized periods.
    • Violate terms of their admission.

Supersession of Conflicting Policies

  • Any Cabinet policies, office orders, or regulations inconsistent with these rules are superseded or modified accordingly.

Compliance and Enforcement

  • Provisions are mandated for strict compliance and enforcement by relevant government bodies.

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