Dual Citizenship: How to reacquire your Filipino citizenship after taking an oath as an Australian citizen?

Former natural-born Filipinos who have subsequently obtained Australian citizenship have the option to become dual citizens. What is the procedure, and what advantages does it offer?

Hinihikayat ng Pasuguan at Konsulado ng Pilipinas sa Australia ang mga kababayang naging naturalised Australians na magkakaroon ng dual citizenship.

Key Points

• Former natural-born Filipinos who have become Australian citizens may become dual citizens with the assistance of Republic Act No. 9225, also known as the Citizenship Retention and Re-acquisition Act of 2003. This can be done if one or both parents were Filipino citizens at the time of birth.
• You must send via mail or bring the Petition for Dual Citizenship Application Form and supporting identification documents to the Philippine Consulate Office of your area or to the Philippine Embassy in Canberra.
• Some of the benefits of being a dual citizen include the right to vote in both the Philippines and Australia, access to government benefits, property ownership, and the ability to stay long-term in both countries.
• Dual citizenship can be beneficial to athletes and performers who wish to represent the Philippines in any field or competition.