I have no problem being loyal to America and Philippines... Many proud Filipinos have served in the United States Military.. l am one of them.. Born Philippines and grew up USA...
Dual citizenship is legal and accepted by both US and Philippines by virtue of agreement. Whether it is moral, really should not be an issue because the term is subjective. I'm a dual citizen of the US and Philippines. I immigrated to the US when I was 16 years old through my parents. I've served the US military for 23 years, placing my life in harms way and participated in four wars. I was also in law enforcement for 7 years, after my military career, and I was disabled in the line of duty. I've served my community where I lived in the US for 43 years. What's wrong if I decide to retire in the Philippines and spend the rest of my life serving Filipinos this time? So, I dare anyone to challenge my loyalty. Can't one be loyal to both one's wife and children at the same time? Is is immoral? @Philippine Retirement & Travels: Sir, there's really no point justifying your decision of becoming a dual citizen to myopic minded people. Thanks for your insights!
Same here. I served in the U.S Army for 14 years and was force out because of Reduction in Force(RIF). I was deployed to the war zone in Iraq. I am planning to acquire my dual citizenship because I am retiring next year at the age of 62. I have a total of 30 years of government service but going back to my roots is not being a traitor. A traitor is not willing to sacrifice themselves for their country. I already done that. Thanks for clarifying that, sir. Comment from a Gulf War Veteran. Big Red One. 1st Inf. Div.
Thank you both for your service. I'm 40 years old and serving in my 18th year in the military. I have actually never heard of being a dual citizen as a negative thing. I'm afraid he is taking someone's comment to serious. There's racist jerks everywhere, especially here on TH-cam. We just need to learn how to ignore them. I met my soulmate (Filipina) in Saudi Arabia, of all places and I plan on retiring in the Philippines. I have several years to go but the sooner the better ;)
It is not really legal because the US govt has no law stating that you are allowed to have dual citizenship and it is wrong to say mutual agreement between govt because there really no such agreement. the US govt has no law allowing you to have dual citizenship or require a person to choose one nationality or another. . Having dual citizenship could be or is a loophole in taking away your citizenship though the US govt has not really paid attention to it but again it is a loophole.. Mind you that the oath for Pilipino citizenship you renounce your citizenship to your present citizenship just as the same as you take oath for your US citizenship.
I worked so many years here in the USA. I didn’t think of becoming a naturalized citizen before, but later I realized, I owe so much to this country in terms of giving me the opportunity to build my dreams and reach my goals. As a token of appreciation I decided to become an American citizen, and renounced my citizenship as a Filipino. I am now retired but the thought of having a dual citizenship doesn’t cross my mind. It doesn’t make sense to me. I will remain an American citizen. My allegiance and loyalty is now for America. Not that I have forgotten my roots and heritage. A part of me being a Filipino by heart is still there. We must not forget where we came from. But having two allegiances and loyalties to two countries doesn’t really work for me. I have to be loyal and keep my allegiance to only one country of my citizenship. I can come and visit the Philippines and respect and obey the laws and authority as just like before.
The intent of Balikbayan or dual citizenships law in the Philippines is to encourage former Filipinos to return home for ecomic reasons.(posibly) The other reason is to bring back those skills learned from other countries and put them to use in the Philippines.
Resident Pinoys are generally rabid about dual citizenship for a Filipino. I don’t find it amongst other countries citizens. I think it is just jealousy of the residents. Respect Po!
You always have really good information and discussions. LOL...funny about being called a traitor, as you mentioned when ILLEGAL immigrants come here with NO intention of assimilation and are here 20 years an never even attempt to make themselves legal. Glad to have had you here sir in the USA for the past 40 years...Legally. Enjoy your Retirement. The Philippines is an awesome country, especially in Faith. God bless you sir.
First citizenship is not by choice of the holder but by parents. Dual citizenship is by choice to take advantage of the laws of the countries as a citizen.
@BadBoyJR Yup. My parents are both Dominican and born in DR so they are Dual citizens because they moved to the US and had me. My parents got their US citizen after they immigrated. I'm a US citizen because I was born in America by default. Because my parents are both Dominican, I can also become a Dominican citizen! I just need to get my Cedula(Dominican ID) and a few other things. I have all my documents. I want to open a Bank Account in DR so I just need my Cedula. I have the rest I need. It's a good thing to be Dual Citizenship. Im a proud 🇩🇴Dominican but not a 🇩🇴 citizen. I don't feel complete unless i'm a citizen! Everyone from my family supports me.
"PERFECTLY" legal and moral? I disagree! It's a complex subject and to say it is "perfectly" legal and moral is a gross over simplification! Complex subjects have complex answers. It's not simple, and to question what country one gives their true loyalty to is indeed a legitimate question.
I am an Indian by birth and American by choice. Love all your videos. I am so fascinated with your presentations and the crisp, clear explanations you provide with some humor. Thank you and keep up the good work Sir. Have a terrific day!
You made me reach the conclusion to become a dual citizen. Thank you Sir! We can tell that you are an educated Filipino. God bless you and your family.
thank you for taking the time to do this...my wife has been in the US for 9 yr....worked hard,paid into the system..(income tax)...been able to send $$ back home.ph...but has not wanted to give up ph ciz.ship....has talked about dual....now i have enough info to help her get it done...thanks man!!
I bet my bottom dollar that if the government ask that person to pick up a gun, go in battle and fight and die for his country, he would coward down. Don't let stuff like this get into you, sir. We have so many Arm Chair Warriors these days. I am in the service myself and I have no problem with people getting dual citizen.
I'm a dual Citizen and I love it. Both Countries makes ma proud, i was raised and molded in the Philippines and my employer here in the US is benefiting from it as i work really hard because i grew up having nothing, so i don't take for granted all the great opportunities that are given to me. :)
l was born in Germany in 1947 to a German mother and English father. lt was shortly after the war ended and my parents were unmarried at the time of my birth, so l was born a german. However, 7 months later they married and both my mother and l lost our german nationality and aquired the British one. l have lived in the UK all my life but for around 2 decades have been trying to get dual nationality as l am obviously both, but with little success. However, now, due to a very recent change in the law, l have a very good chance of getting it and l am so happy. l FEEL both german and english, and by blood l AM both. To deny anyone in similar circumstances their birthright is like asking them " who do you love most, your father or your mother" !! An impossible question to answer !!!
Sometimes some people are closed minded (its their way or the highway). They claim to be inclusive as long as you stay in their lane. We cannot change their minds with logic or facts kaya its better na be knowledgeable about dual citizenship para we can act appropriately just in case magkaroon ng conflict. I'm glad you covered this topic. Thank you po.
Well said. We’re on the same point where being a US citizen for almost 45 years now since Nixon time. I missed my motherland and it’s always gonna be in my heart forever. So it’s reasonable & convenient. Thank you!
Very well explained Grandpa!👍tama lang na mayroong law at binigyan tayo ng karapatan na makakuha tayo ng dual citizenship. Yan ang gagawin ko ngayon for my retirement and enjoy traveling back home no worries 😍 be positive not negative! be grateful ang thankful that they give us this opportunity to be back home and enjoying our stay 👍🤗 for those people who are not favor for this law that is your choices and opinions! God Bless everyone !🙏❤️
I have a co worker who’s a Canadian and US Citizen. Negative people just needed to be noticed because nobody cares about them. Best thing to do is to ignore them.
There are several situations in the US where dual citizenship is not allowed: 1. You work in a Federal agency where your role requires SECRET clearance 2. You work at a Federal contractor (example, Lockheed-Martin) where your role requires SECRET clearance 3. You are running for or occupying a political position (classic example of Ted Cruz renouncing his Canadian citizenship) 4. You are a commissioned officer in the US military (foreign enlisted personnel currently serve in the military)
Correct... one will have to make a choice.... to retain those 4 categories or pursue dual citizenship. Of course, if you are not retirement age, it's a no brainer choice... but once you've reach retirement age and is thinking of retiring in the Philippines, the weight of dual citizenship option tilts more favorably...
Sir let me have the honor to be the first to comment, As long as you don't commit a crime against any country then why can you be consider immoral as long as you don't break any laws against any country I think there's nothing illegal or immoral about being a Dual Citizen. Sir - in short " Inggit lang sila dahil dual citizen po kayo"
Whoever that person was who called Filipinos "traitor" by becoming a US citizen, has to know what is the real definition of "traitor". He has a very narrow definition of the word.
How come Duterte, he's a Filipino and yet a TRAITOR by allowing China to claim the islands in west Philippines little by little without "Barking" loud as he does against the Catholic Church and its clergy.
Hu U 2 say DU30 s a traitor? Open ur eyes how the Philippines is evolving to b a First World country. Be apolitical wd ur Comment as Bob does. I admire those Filipinos who were once the group of the BRAIN DRAIN and now availing of the Retirement Law. At least they are NOW sharing their savings to the Philippines as required by the Law. Unlike others, who remained in the US til their twilight years. Please include in your bucket lists to share NOW your blessings. Salamat po ng marami.
@@paididoy Allow me to qualify your statement... no country that I know of has "officially" declared that they allowed China to claim and allowed to establish a military base at the disputed islands... (unless you have knowledge or proof ). The facts: None of the countries in South East Asia would dare wage war against China's military might. Only the United States has the means and military might to counter the Chinese aggression... unfortunately, the USA was negligent and did not prevent China from building a military base in the Spratly islands.
Continue what you are doing Sir Danny! You are considered a great motivational speaker and thumbs up for that! You are wise and experienced and a mentor to us.
My wife and daughter are dual citizens. It's a wonderful gift and does not affect their allegiance to the USA or the Philippines. And my late father in law was granted american citizenship because he was a volunteer guerilla fighter in WW2 and received a burial with full military honors in the Philippines. A hero and a dual citizen.
If Duterte continues courting China, and the relationship between the Philippines and the U.S. sours, that "wonderful gift" could certainly call their allegiance into question.
well done , as I am an American planning on become an expat to the Philippines . With marriage and possibility of kids, This had me worried . Thank You
I just checked the dashboard. I had 500 plus likes. It's just not displaying on the video. Wonder why. Thanks for bringing that to my attention because I was amazed too. 🙂
@@vloggergrandpa2707 That is a bit strange it's not showing , You are welcome. Should be more than 500 you put out amazing value of information , I would actually consider calling it pro work, Even communication. better than most bloggers you see. I gave it a share as well, And I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos. became a subscriber.
I lost my PH citizenship 5 yrs ago when I did pledge of allegiance and become US citizen. And now getting Dual? will think about it, thanks for your explanations.
What is important is you are abiding the laws in both countries...pay tax in both countries...loyal to both countries..I see no problem being a dual citizen .
That was my thought when I first heard about dual citizenship, the loyalty issue. Because once a person becomes a naturalized citizen of any country one pledges allegiance to the new acquired country.
I love your videos please continue the good work of helping your Kababayans understand dual citizenship. I am planning to get mine this year, wish me luck. More power to you
give it to them gramp you're correct legally & morally. I'll take my hard earned money to where its treated the best! I am researching Chile & Colombia, Puerto Rico and many tax friendly countries. I ruled out Philippines as tax friendly
@Philippine Retirement & Travels Hi Danny, Once again, you delivered a very informative topic to better understand this subject of multiple nationality. Let me add a few more features (re Multiple Citizenship) which are practically not feasible to relay in less than 30 mins of discussion. I use the word "multiple" instead of dual because there is a minority of US citizens who have acquired more than 2 citizenship. First. The US-Philippines relationship is very unique when it comes to Dual Citizenship. As a former US colony/territory, the Philippines is privilege to possess certain advantages unlike most countries. Even before the passage of R.A. 9225 aka Citizen Retention and Reacquisition Act of 2003, some Filipinos were allowed to join the US military... a very unique arrangement between sovereign nations. This unique relationship played a major role in finally adopting the retention/re-acquisition of Philippine citizenship by the Philippine Congress. If one will pay very close attention to RA 9225, the title is not "Dual Citizen Act of 2003". Why? Because of the dynamic debate in the Philippine Congress (before it became law) between those who are "for" and those who are "against" the passage of the law. As a compromise, RA 9225 was renamed to what it is now. Second. Another feature of RA 9225 is the provision of "derivative citizenship" as quoted below... "Under the principle of derivative citizenship, unmarried children below eighteen (18) years of age, whether legitimate, illegitimate, or adopted, of those who reacquired their Philippine citizenship under this law shall also be deemed Filipino citizens. A child who is 18 years of age or older at the time of the parent’s reacquisition of Philippine citizenship, but was born when either parent was still a Filipino citizen, shall be considered to have been a natural born Filipino and may apply for reacquisition of Philippine citizenship on his/her own behalf." Third. Surely, the continuous retirement of Fil-American "baby boomers" and other Filipino descent retirees all over the world will create an economic impact to the Philippines. According to recent surveys, there are at least 200k retired Fil-Americans who have intentions to retire in the Philippines. However, the most significant obstacle to making those intentions into reality is the portability of their Medicare coverage to the Philippines. Although there are certain work around approaches, the process is still tedious (in reference to my recent private email to you on this subject matter).
How are you accused of being a traitor when you pay the US taxes from retirement even when living abroad? The guy that told you this is just miserable.
As long as they were born after 1973, all they have to do is to file a Report of Birth since they do not have a birth certificate in the Philippines. They could then get a Philippine Passport.
This is a gray area. No question that they are Filipino citizen. However, to avoid headache on your children's part in the future, you might want to consult with Philippine Immigration and inquire if you need to file a Recognition Certificate because, I assume, that they got their U.S. Passport AFTER they already had the Philippine Passport. If you applied for Philippine Passport AFTER they already had a U.S. Passport, did you disclose that they possess the U.S. passport. There should have been a question to this effect on the application. Again, I would double check with the Philippine Immigration to be sure.
Having dual citizenship is like having your two parents, you receive the best from them and love them equally. I believe that really the big problem would be if the countries that you are citizen of have conflicts. At that point, I really believe that one's has to decide which one to keep and be 100 percent loyal to that one.
I am dual citizen, every time I travel to the Philippines I am presenting my 2 passports. Entering and leaving Philippines. Only presenting 2 passports in the Philippines. Entering other countries I am only presenting 1 passport.
thanks for your topic it is 100% true. Dual Citizenship is legal no one deny your her originally birth place. they are entitled I am sure other's carry 3 citizenship this is due to marriage, or birth and are not called traitor. traitors are who committed vital wrong doings to the country holding their passport.
i naturalized in 2006, after getting my US passport, i renewed my philippine passport and to seal the deal for dual citizenship i paid $50 at the philippine consulate in los angeles back in 2011 to get a 3 page document which i present together with my 2 passports whenever i leave or enter the philippines.
I too have thought about the question of having dual citizenship. Under US laws, it is quite difficult to lose US citizenship. Former State Sec Condoleeza Rice had said that there is no US government's official policy on this issue except that certain events could put into question a US citizen's allegiance to America. She made this comment when 9/11 happened. After the attack in NY, many Saudi Nationals holding US passports left the US for fear of being retaliated against, but many also have renounced their US citizenship and documented the renunciation legally. But other than a situation like a 9/11, I decided that there is really nothing to be gained if I re-acquire my Filipino citizenship. The only drawback I can think of is I am limited to staying in the country for 12 months as a Balikbayan. And I have no desire to participate in the political process here. God knows that there is already plenty to worry about back in the states. I enjoy traveling the country and have seen many parts of it. Its really nice to just enjoy the warmth of the Filipinos (and Filipinas if you know what I mean) that I meet along the way, and rekindle the friendship of my former high school classmates. Retirement is really fun once you are ready for it! P.S. - I enjoy viewing your blog and here's more success to you!!
@PetedeLeon I am guessing that you are still a young person with many years more before you start thinking about retirement. But to the hundreds of thousands of Filipino-American baby boomers in their 60's who migrated to the United States, Dual Citizenship is an important factor for their retirement years should they decide to relocate back to the Philippines. Unlike you, I am pretty sure these baby-boomers have a much deeper connection to their motherland (the Philippines).
For me same meaning if they don’t put that you re notdenouncing us citizenship. That’s a trick. Once you sign it means you denounce you’re us citizenship. That’s a catch.
My granduncle now a retiree in the US. "CLAIMED"(not reclaimed) his FILIPINO CITIZENSHIP sometime after 2003 i guess and suggested ro his siblings and their kids and grandkids that they do the same because it's their BIRTHRIGHT.... He and his siblings were born in the PHILIPPINES of an AMERICAN father and FILIPINO mother...
@@vloggergrandpa2707 Growing up they were made to understand-think that they are American Citizens because of their American Father. When he and some of his siblings migrated to the U.S. they went there as American Citizens already. So when these laws touching about citizenship were passed he claimed his Filipino Citizenship as well. That is just my layman's understanding sir. 😂 Basta, he is Dual Citizen 😊
I know a lot of Philippine women who have married US servicemen or other US men formerly involved in businesses in the Philippines. I am a US national by birth. I wonder if upon divorce or some other separation between these married individuals in the US, the women return to the Philippines. One of the women at my bank is a Philippine born person married to a US citizen. I often ask her about going to the Philippines to retire and she says absolutely, with enthusiasm. She says without hesitation, that I would love it there.
DUAL CITIZENSHIP IS GOOD WHEN BOTH COUNTRIES YOU ARE CITIZEN ARE FRIENDS COUNTRIES, THE QUESTION IS THE ALLEGIANCE IN CASE OF CIVIL SERVICE, WAR AND EPISIONAGE.
I have a natural born Filipino friend who is now a U.S.citizen living on disability insurance worth $700/mo. in the U.S. I told my friend that you can't live a good life with that amount there and instead why not live here with that money here in the Philippines in order for my friend to live a better life. Your thoughts and advice on this matter would be appreciated sir, thank you, Mr. J. Dadivas
Best to ask the office making disability payments directly. Another is to keep a U.S. residence active and simply use the Philippines as a "vacation" place. Have your disability remittances to a U.S. bank account and make a transfer to the Philippine bank yourself. Just a thought.
Hi.. its very interesting all your information.. I am a follower bec I have Family leaving in the US. Good to hear Differnt topics everytime I watch your blog. Thanks .. 🙏 hoping more information.. its keep me updated Take care and be safe.. 😍
I would like to share this, my husband as a us citizen works in the law enforcement agency. He cant apply for a dual citizenship while actively serving the US police force. This is even when US and Phil has a good relationship.
We don't watch CNN, Fox,MSNBC and other fake media. Thank you for all the info.. I have 10 years more to go to retire. As being Filipino US citizen how long I am allowed to stay in the Philippines??
If your itinerary is going to Vietnam from the Philippines and then to the US, it means your going back home to the mainland, and your Vietnam trip will only be like a long stop over so you must use your US passport all the way.
I was born in the Philippines with my US Father. Whenever we go out ofthe Philippines I used my US Passport and never isdued a Philippine passport. I am considered as an American born in a foreign country. Now i live in California and applied for a dual citizenship in Los Angeles consulate. I was declined twice by the consul general because they are looking for certificate of citizenship from US..Icame to the US as aN AMERICAN CITIZEN.
@James Barrett I guess you can contact the US Immigration Office about that. I don't really know how and where your father registered your birth. That will be a good start. With that, your birth certificate, and your mother's birth certificate, you may be able to get a Certificate of Recognition as Filipino because I believe that you were born a Filipino citizen. I'm surprised that the Los Angeles Philippine Consulate did not advise you of the process.
Home is where your heart is. And nowadays there is no "Nation of Natives" but almost every single country is at one way or another a "Nation of Immigrants" most citizens are immigrants or the descendants of immigrants.
Thank you for your insights it helped me with my decision making regarding application for dual citizenship. I am in my forties and will postpone it maybe until I’m ready to retire. I planned to go to the Philippine consulate to apply for dual citizenship for my two teens but I changed my mind after watching your vlog. Many Filipinos here in our area have encouraged us to apply for dual citizenship as a family but now I have clarity on the pros and cons of this matter. Can you please expand on the benefits and disadvantages of registering our American born children in the Philippine consulate since we parents are Filipinos by birth before we became naturalized Americans. Thank you.
If some of the transaction ca be done thru online, why then worry of having a physical address, like the Credit Cards. SSS pension can stay here in U S Banks and just withdraw in the Philippines, to avoid multiple charges (ATM fees) just withdraw it at once and deposit it in you're Ph bank account.
Physical address because some of them are a bit uneasy about using a PO Box. You can do as you wish if it will work for you. But it is likely that one of them be it a bank, credit card, Social Security, insurance, etc. will have an issue with a PO Box. The fact that you can do transactions online does not negate the fact that they may need to know where you are actually located. By the way, I understand that you can have your Social Security checks mailed to you directly to the Philippines. I understand there is also an office in the Philippines and forms specifically for Filipinos. Some people may prefer to leave some money in the US, while others may want 100% to go to the Philippines. So it's all up to you. This is the reason why I'm hesitant to make a video about this. Because this all depends on what one wants to do and how to do it. Cheers.
@robertnepomuceno There are multiple challenges on the scenario you want to advocate as follows: * most banks have a limit for ATM withdrawals (it varies by bank). Also, most banks normally charge a hefty fee for ATM withdrawals. * if you deposit a foreign check in the Philippines, it common practice by the PH banks to hold your funds for up to 30 days * @PhilippineRetirement&Travels actually did an extensive video on this matter th-cam.com/video/l0Wj922a7n4/w-d-xo.html
So true about America lolo! I love the great country of America. I’m an American Citizen since I was 5. However, I am also loyal to my native country the Philippines. As long as we abide by the law, forget what the hypocrites say 💪😎🇺🇸🇵🇭
legal = yes and all the avantage behind it, but moral = no. now lets not fool ourselves here, i share the same fate but im not going to justify its moral
As long as the U.S. and the Philippines remain strong allies, I see little problem with the morality of dual citizenship. But if that were ever to change, dual citizenship could create a real legal and MORAL dilemma.
I'm Dual citizen.. And it's none of their business.. Anyone who's upset about it, that's his problem.. I sleep good at night, that's all matter.. 😂😂😁👍.. Great videos Dan.. 😀👍♥️
In regards to your statements, that the Dual Citizenship, was enacted in 2003, maybe possible. But, as far as I remember, when the Dual Citizenship started, was, (if I'm not mistaken), during the time of President Fidel V. Ramos. Because, at that time, the Politician in the Philippines, was trying to gain more voters, from outside the country. And, this one of the reason why Dual Citizenship was allowed, and some other reason too, that you mention, regarding the "Economics".
Whats their to love if the corruption is piled so high you cant see over it, there isnt anything there except ,small pay, expensive living for that pay, cheap girls, and red horse
@Christopher Nelson Open your eyes. The corruption in US is so much more severe and open. Not only from politicians, but from the media itself. Just watch CNN! There's corruption anywhere you go. It's just the extent of it and how open it is being done.
Here are my questions why a person decided to choose to be a dual citizen. 1) Is it the convenience ? 2) Allegiance : What IF scenario like Philippines and US will go to war?
Convenience: yes. Allegiance: yes, provided Philippines and US don't go to war against each other. If they do, one will have to make a choice which one to give up. But I do believe that one citizenship has to be given up because you cannot have allegiance to two countries who are in conflict with each other.
There is no doubt that as soon as I enlisted in the US Navy in 1968 at Sangley Point, Cavite, I apply for the US citizenship. Why? Its for economic reasons. . I was able to bring my mother and my 10 siblings to the U.S. Now they live a comfortable life, 5 are already retired from their jobs. We all have college degrees. After I retired from the US Navy having served for 25 years, Since I am still young, I decided to work for the US government at the Pentagon for another 17 years. I do not intend to get a dual citizenship. I may visit the Philippines every 2 years or so but not to retire there. I am happy where I am right now living in Florida. . where there is endless summer near Tampa.
Thankful for the benefits and opportunities both countries are/have as well as both countries benefits for good citizenship of the person who served both countries in good faith. Thank you.
Grandpa you handled that person WELL that labeled you a Traitor; it reflects the very low mindset of a many Filipinos. I was born 1950 in California and my third grader educated Father arrived 1921 and was his ship USS Canopus was sunk off Bataan and swam with his townmate/shipmate and joined the US Marines in Bataan until they made a CHOICE to walk back to Zambales arriving luckily a Barrio mate who knew them well warned them that a RELATIVE was now a Makapili and they joined guerillas until liberarion. Being a retired USAF Air Traffic Controller it was my choice not be dual and I can guarantee you YOU WILL NOT FIND ONE FILIPINO WILLING TO DIE FOR THE COUNTRY, PH republic was borne out of Treachery by Aguinaldo and you will never find one Filipino soldier dove on a grenade to save his squad, Americans would; THE MAIN REASON MANY CHOOSE NOT TO BE DUAL IS US STATE DEPARTMENT is unsaid that once a US Citizen FLIPPED for the second time IT WILL BE HARD FOR THE STATE DEPT to lend LEGAL aid to the flip flopper as that dual is now under PH LAWS. PH and Filipinos are awesome decent folks but ITS NOT A MATTER OF CHOICE, ITS THE RESPONSIBILITY AND LOYALTY, IT IS WHAT IT IS!!
Because at first your loyal to your country of birth then to your country of citizenship and when your Dual your embracing the country where you come from and country to you obtain citizenship. Loyal to both and no betrayal.
Embrace both countries is way better than being hypocrites and forget who you really are...obtaining Citizenship in another country that does not removed the truth and fact your just naturalized. And still come and came from your motherland! We are safe my friend very safe and we are not a treator! We love and loyal to both country not the Politics or whoever runs it. I pledge my allegiance to the US and for Philippines to accept and respect. And we're not and never renounce and never asked you renounce our US Citizenship! So there were no collations in having dual in between US and Philippines
It works two ways. Boris Johnson the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom was born in NYC & lived in the USA until he was 5yrs old. His parents were diplomats posted there. A generation later after he had lived in the UK the rest of his life he sold his house in London. The IRS came after him for capital gains taxes because they considered him an American citizen, even though he & and his parents were British citizens
I’m a dual citizen of Canada and Phil. And I agreed with what The Engineer said to Miss Saigon: “If you want to die in bed, don’t care too much of country...”
Thank you for the very informative video. I'm wondering where it would be easier to reacquire my Philippine citizenship to be dual citizen, while in the US or when in the Philippines. I'm learning a lot watching your videos. Thank you again.
I really don't know because I did not apply in the Philippines. I drove to New York City and I got my dual citizenship the same day I applied. So I don't know if I could get it any quicker than that in the Philippines. 🙂 Of course if it's not convenient for you to go to the nearest Consulate here in the US that may be a different story.
@MatteoJ & @PhilippineRetirement&Travels This comment is based on my personal experience. Several years ago, I attempted to reacquire dual citzienship while I was in Metro Manila to avoid an extended stay (over 1 year) potential penalties. I was immediately discourage when I became aware of the tedious bureaucracy I had to go through in the Philippines. I ended up going back to the US mainland. It took me just one day to do the PH citizenship reacquisition at the San Francisco Consulate.
I would like it and could have it. The reason being because I was born in one culture I value but my family migrated to my current one I value equally and, if I married some man from yet a third country, naturally, I would want the citizenship of his country, too. Whilst it is true that dome types with dual or multiple citizenship have it for questionable motives, people like me would have it simply because of how our lives were spread across various countries and each of our cultures that shaped us are dear to us. I just hope there is never some war that will force me to choose just one citizenship. Could get hard. Think I would choose the country that helped me the most and hope I never have to fight the one that is my ancestral home or birthplace. Being an Immigrant results in feelings of displacement, of never really fully belonging to any one culture, even if you spent most of your life in your new homeland, as I have and barely know the one you were born in. This is because you can never fully relinquish or forget the culture you inherit from your foreign parents eg the customs, food etc they keep having even in a foreign land, the language, the stories and memories they relate. Migration is something best avoided if possible because it takes generations to recover from the cultural uprooting da mage. And the people in the new country can never understand your Immigrant angst, feelings of alienation etc etc. Especially after they try to make you feel welcome or help Migrants, like Australia does. And this is frustrating to the host country. All this migrant misery and angst etc is Nobody's fault, though Migrants blame their new country often. It is simply caused by being uprooted and disconnected. The more often you migrate, the more transient your life feels, the more disconnected and alienated you feel, no matter how hard you try to convince yourself you are a global citizen ie a citizen of nowhere. People need a sense of belonging. And that is why some obsess over citizenship issues. Because citizenship may be just a document bot it gives a sense of belonging somewhere, to some tribe of humsns, even though you may not like many of them or their ways or political system etc. To be a citizen of nowhere, forever drifting would be hell. But some do live this way.... I don't think I would wish yo know such types. Not unless they fully and credibly explain to my satisfaction why they choose to or ended up living this disconnected lifestyle. There could be a 'history' to look into...
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I have no problem being loyal to America and Philippines... Many proud Filipinos have served in the United States Military.. l am one of them.. Born Philippines and grew up USA...
Dual citizenship is legal and accepted by both US and Philippines by virtue of agreement. Whether it is moral, really should not be an issue because the term is subjective. I'm a dual citizen of the US and Philippines. I immigrated to the US when I was 16 years old through my parents. I've served the US military for 23 years, placing my life in harms way and participated in four wars. I was also in law enforcement for 7 years, after my military career, and I was disabled in the line of duty. I've served my community where I lived in the US for 43 years. What's wrong if I decide to retire in the Philippines and spend the rest of my life serving Filipinos this time? So, I dare anyone to challenge my loyalty. Can't one be loyal to both one's wife and children at the same time? Is is immoral? @Philippine Retirement & Travels: Sir, there's really no point justifying your decision of becoming a dual citizen to myopic minded people. Thanks for your insights!
Same here. I served in the U.S Army for 14 years and was force out because of Reduction in Force(RIF). I was deployed to the war zone in Iraq. I am planning to acquire my dual citizenship because I am retiring next year at the age of 62. I have a total of 30 years of government service but going back to my roots is not being a traitor. A traitor is not willing to sacrifice themselves for their country. I already done that. Thanks for clarifying that, sir. Comment from a Gulf War Veteran. Big Red One. 1st Inf. Div.
Thank you both for your service. I'm 40 years old and serving in my 18th year in the military. I have actually never heard of being a dual citizen as a negative thing. I'm afraid he is taking someone's comment to serious. There's racist jerks everywhere, especially here on TH-cam. We just need to learn how to ignore them. I met my soulmate (Filipina) in Saudi Arabia, of all places and I plan on retiring in the Philippines. I have several years to go but the sooner the better ;)
Respect to you and your family l hope your life is good.
Thank you for your service to my adopted country. God bless you and your family!
It is not really legal because the US govt has no law stating that you are allowed to have dual citizenship and it is wrong to say mutual agreement between govt because there really no such agreement. the US govt has no law allowing you to have dual citizenship or require a person to choose one nationality or another. . Having dual citizenship could be or is a loophole in taking away your citizenship though the US govt has not really paid attention to it but again it is a loophole.. Mind you that the oath for Pilipino citizenship you renounce your citizenship to your present citizenship just as the same as you take oath for your US citizenship.
I worked so many years here in the USA. I didn’t think of becoming a naturalized citizen before, but later I realized, I owe so much to this country in terms of giving me the opportunity to build my dreams and reach my goals. As a token of appreciation I decided to become an American citizen, and renounced my citizenship as a Filipino. I am now retired but the thought of having a dual citizenship doesn’t cross my mind. It doesn’t make sense to me. I will remain an American citizen. My allegiance and loyalty is now for America. Not that I have forgotten my roots and heritage. A part of me being a Filipino by heart is still there. We must not forget where we came from. But having two allegiances and loyalties to two countries doesn’t really work for me. I have to be loyal and keep my allegiance to only one country of my citizenship. I can come and visit the Philippines and respect and obey the laws and authority as just like before.
The intent of Balikbayan or dual citizenships law in the Philippines is to encourage former Filipinos to return home for ecomic reasons.(posibly) The other reason is to bring back those skills learned from other countries and put them to use in the Philippines.
Resident Pinoys are generally rabid about dual citizenship for a Filipino. I don’t find it amongst other countries citizens. I think it is just jealousy of the residents. Respect Po!
You always have really good information and discussions. LOL...funny about being called a traitor, as you mentioned when ILLEGAL immigrants come here with NO intention of assimilation and are here 20 years an never even attempt to make themselves legal. Glad to have had you here sir in the USA for the past 40 years...Legally. Enjoy your Retirement. The Philippines is an awesome country, especially in Faith. God bless you sir.
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First citizenship is not by choice of the holder but by parents. Dual citizenship is by choice to take advantage of the laws of the countries as a citizen.
@BadBoyJR Yup. My parents are both Dominican and born in DR so they are Dual citizens because they moved to the US and had me. My parents got their US citizen after they immigrated.
I'm a US citizen because I was born in America by default. Because my parents are both Dominican, I can also become a Dominican citizen! I just need to get my Cedula(Dominican ID) and a few other things. I have all my documents. I want to open a Bank Account in DR so I just need my Cedula. I have the rest I need. It's a good thing to be Dual Citizenship.
Im a proud 🇩🇴Dominican but not a 🇩🇴 citizen. I don't feel complete unless i'm a citizen! Everyone from my family supports me.
It is perfectly legal and moral. Anybody saying otherwise is just envious of people who can. Life is never fair.
Of course, they do not have any good arguments and are just bad people and stupid
"PERFECTLY" legal and moral? I disagree! It's a complex subject and to say it is "perfectly" legal and moral is a gross over simplification! Complex subjects have complex answers. It's not simple, and to question what country one gives their true loyalty to is indeed a legitimate question.
I am an Indian by birth and American by choice. Love all your videos. I am so fascinated with your presentations and the crisp, clear explanations you provide with some humor. Thank you and keep up the good work Sir.
Have a terrific day!
You made me reach the conclusion to become a dual citizen. Thank you Sir! We can tell that you are an educated Filipino. God bless you and your family.
thank you for taking the time to do this...my wife has been in the US for 9 yr....worked hard,paid into the system..(income tax)...been able to send $$ back home.ph...but has not wanted to give up ph ciz.ship....has talked about dual....now i have enough info to help her get it done...thanks man!!
I bet my bottom dollar that if the government ask that person to pick up a gun, go in battle and fight and die for his country, he would coward down. Don't let stuff like this get into you, sir. We have so many Arm Chair Warriors these days. I am in the service myself and I have no problem with people getting dual citizen.
I'm a dual Citizen and I love it. Both Countries makes ma proud, i was raised and molded in the Philippines and my employer here in the US is benefiting from it as i work really hard because i grew up having nothing, so i don't take for granted all the great opportunities that are given to me. :)
I love your channel! Short intro, informative, honest and to the point.
Bumped on your video. Very informative to dual citizens. I am enjoying my retirement here in the Philippines since 2007. Carry on.
l was born in Germany in 1947 to a German mother and English father. lt was shortly after the war ended and my parents were unmarried at the time of my birth, so l was born a german. However, 7 months later they married and both my mother and l lost our german nationality and aquired the British one. l have lived in the UK all my life but for around 2 decades have been trying to get dual nationality as l am obviously both, but with little success.
However, now, due to a very recent change in the law, l have a very good chance of getting it and l am so happy. l FEEL both german and english, and by blood l AM both. To deny anyone in similar circumstances their birthright is like asking them " who do you love most, your father or your mother" !! An impossible question to answer !!!
Great to hear what you had to say to refute others question of "loyalty."
Sometimes some people are closed minded (its their way or the highway). They claim to be inclusive as long as you stay in their lane. We cannot change their minds with logic or facts kaya its better na be knowledgeable about dual citizenship para we can act appropriately just in case magkaroon ng conflict. I'm glad you covered this topic. Thank you po.
Loyalty is not coming from citizenship it come from a person of morality and values to be loyal and general
You do an excellent job giving us information on the PH. Do not let the trolls get you down!! Thanks for the video!
Well said. We’re on the same point where being a US citizen for almost 45 years now since Nixon time. I missed my motherland and it’s always gonna be in my heart forever. So it’s reasonable & convenient. Thank you!
I did research before I decided to be dual citizen and it was done here in US at the Philippine Embassy.
Very well explained Grandpa!👍tama lang na mayroong law at binigyan tayo ng karapatan na makakuha tayo ng dual citizenship. Yan ang gagawin ko ngayon for my retirement and enjoy traveling back home no worries 😍 be positive not negative! be grateful ang thankful that they give us this opportunity to be back home and enjoying our stay 👍🤗 for those people who are not favor for this law that is your choices and opinions! God Bless everyone !🙏❤️
I have a co worker who’s a Canadian and US Citizen. Negative people just needed to be noticed because nobody cares about them. Best thing to do is to ignore them.
U.S and Philippines have some kind of agreement to pick up U.S citizen who are wanted in U.S
There are several situations in the US where dual citizenship is not allowed:
1. You work in a Federal agency where your role requires SECRET clearance
2. You work at a Federal contractor (example, Lockheed-Martin) where your role requires SECRET clearance
3. You are running for or occupying a political position (classic example of Ted Cruz renouncing his Canadian citizenship)
4. You are a commissioned officer in the US military (foreign enlisted personnel currently serve in the military)
Correct... one will have to make a choice.... to retain those 4 categories or pursue dual citizenship.
Of course, if you are not retirement age, it's a no brainer choice... but once you've reach retirement age and is thinking of retiring in the Philippines, the weight of dual citizenship option tilts more favorably...
Economically and Filipino traits and close family relationship are most valuable assets one country can be proud of.
Sir let me have the honor to be the first to comment, As long as you don't commit a crime against any country then why can you be consider immoral as long as you don't break any laws against any country I think there's nothing illegal or immoral about being a Dual Citizen. Sir - in short " Inggit lang sila dahil dual citizen po kayo"
it is universally accepted that anything legal is commonly accepted as moral.
Whoever that person was who called Filipinos "traitor" by becoming a US citizen, has to know what is the real definition of "traitor". He has a very narrow definition of the word.
Well said.
How come Duterte, he's a Filipino and yet a TRAITOR by allowing China to claim the islands in west Philippines little by little without "Barking" loud as he does against the Catholic Church and its clergy.
Hu U 2 say DU30 s a traitor? Open ur eyes how the Philippines is evolving to b a First World country. Be apolitical wd ur Comment as Bob does. I admire those Filipinos who were once the group of the BRAIN DRAIN and now availing of the Retirement Law. At least they are NOW sharing their savings to the Philippines as required by the Law. Unlike others, who remained in the US til their twilight years. Please include in your bucket lists to share NOW your blessings. Salamat po ng marami.
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Allow me to qualify your statement... no country that I know of has "officially" declared that they allowed China to claim and allowed to establish a military base at the disputed islands... (unless you have knowledge or proof ).
The facts: None of the countries in South East Asia would dare wage war against China's military might. Only the United States has the means and military might to counter the Chinese aggression... unfortunately, the USA was negligent and did not prevent China from building a military base in the Spratly islands.
Whoever claims being loyal is a crap. Don't get affected by someone's negative and narrow-minded opinion.
Continue what you are doing Sir Danny! You are considered a great motivational speaker and thumbs up for that! You are wise and experienced and a mentor to us.
Being a dual citizen is not Being a traitor.
To have a dual citizen is a personal choice and not coerced. Much more not a traitor.
My wife and daughter are dual citizens. It's a wonderful gift and does not affect their allegiance to the USA or the Philippines. And my late father in law was granted american citizenship because he was a volunteer guerilla fighter in WW2 and received a burial with full military honors in the Philippines. A hero and a dual citizen.
If Duterte continues courting China, and the relationship between the Philippines and the U.S. sours, that "wonderful gift" could certainly call their allegiance into question.
well done , as I am an American planning on become an expat to the Philippines . With marriage and possibility of kids, This had me worried . Thank You
Thank you so much for your valuable information! 👍🏻
God bless you always!
I was amazed you didn't have any likes sir , I Will be the first to like your video because it's deserved. Mabuhay opo.
You're right! 20,000+ views, and no likes. Damn! Thank you. 🙂
I just checked the dashboard. I had 500 plus likes. It's just not displaying on the video. Wonder why. Thanks for bringing that to my attention because I was amazed too. 🙂
@@vloggergrandpa2707 That is a bit strange it's not showing , You are welcome. Should be more than 500 you put out amazing value of information , I would actually consider calling it pro work, Even communication. better than most bloggers you see. I gave it a share as well, And I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos. became a subscriber.
Thank you.
I lost my PH citizenship 5 yrs ago when I did pledge of allegiance and become US citizen. And now getting Dual? will think about it, thanks for your explanations.
What is important is you are abiding the laws in both countries...pay tax in both countries...loyal to both countries..I see no problem being a dual citizen .
just an fyi... for foreigners and/or dual citizens, only income derived from the Philippines are taxable in the Philippines.
That was my thought when I first heard about dual citizenship, the loyalty issue. Because once a person becomes a naturalized citizen of any country one pledges allegiance to the new acquired country.
im loyal to USA ... my heart belongs to the Philippines.
I love your videos please continue the good work of helping your Kababayans understand dual citizenship. I am planning to get mine this year, wish me luck. More power to you
Good luck!
I am a retired US military with a pension and also a dual citizen of the Philippines. I asked the US Military if I lose my pension they said no.
give it to them gramp you're correct legally & morally. I'll take my hard earned money to where its treated the best! I am researching Chile & Colombia, Puerto Rico and many tax friendly countries. I ruled out Philippines as tax friendly
@Philippine Retirement & Travels
Hi Danny, Once again, you delivered a very informative topic to better understand this subject of multiple nationality. Let me add a few more features (re Multiple Citizenship) which are practically not feasible to relay in less than 30 mins of discussion. I use the word "multiple" instead of dual because there is a minority of US citizens who have acquired more than 2 citizenship.
First. The US-Philippines relationship is very unique when it comes to Dual Citizenship. As a former US colony/territory, the Philippines is privilege to possess certain advantages unlike most countries. Even before the passage of R.A. 9225 aka Citizen Retention and Reacquisition Act of 2003, some Filipinos were allowed to join the US military... a very unique arrangement between sovereign nations. This unique relationship played a major role in finally adopting the retention/re-acquisition of Philippine citizenship by the Philippine Congress. If one will pay very close attention to RA 9225, the title is not "Dual Citizen Act of 2003". Why? Because of the dynamic debate in the Philippine Congress (before it became law) between those who are "for" and those who are "against" the passage of the law. As a compromise, RA 9225 was renamed to what it is now.
Second. Another feature of RA 9225 is the provision of "derivative citizenship" as quoted below...
"Under the principle of derivative citizenship, unmarried children below eighteen (18) years of age, whether legitimate, illegitimate, or adopted, of those who reacquired their Philippine citizenship under this law shall also be deemed Filipino citizens.
A child who is 18 years of age or older at the time of the parent’s reacquisition of Philippine citizenship, but was born when either parent was still a Filipino citizen, shall be considered to have been a natural born Filipino and may apply for reacquisition of Philippine citizenship on his/her own behalf."
Third. Surely, the continuous retirement of Fil-American "baby boomers" and other Filipino descent retirees all over the world will create an economic impact to the Philippines. According to recent surveys, there are at least 200k retired Fil-Americans who have intentions to retire in the Philippines. However, the most significant obstacle to making those intentions into reality is the portability of their Medicare coverage to the Philippines. Although there are certain work around approaches, the process is still tedious (in reference to my recent private email to you on this subject matter).
Thank you.
Great points!
How are you accused of being a traitor when you pay the US taxes from retirement even when living abroad? The guy that told you this is just miserable.
ITS CALLED "BURR UP HIS @SS"
I believe my children are dual, mom is filipina, children born here. I'm American
Got them us passports when they were 2
As long as they were born after 1973, all they have to do is to file a Report of Birth since they do not have a birth certificate in the Philippines. They could then get a Philippine Passport.
@@vloggergrandpa2707 misunderstanding, born in Philippines (here) got them us consular report of birth abroad and us pass ports
This is a gray area. No question that they are Filipino citizen. However, to avoid headache on your children's part in the future, you might want to consult with Philippine Immigration and inquire if you need to file a Recognition Certificate because, I assume, that they got their U.S. Passport AFTER they already had the Philippine Passport. If you applied for Philippine Passport AFTER they already had a U.S. Passport, did you disclose that they possess the U.S. passport. There should have been a question to this effect on the application. Again, I would double check with the Philippine Immigration to be sure.
@@vloggergrandpa2707 I will look into it, we have not gotten Filipino passports for them
Great! Let me know how it goes.
Having dual citizenship is like having your two parents, you receive the best from them and love them equally. I believe that really the big problem would be if the countries that you are citizen of have conflicts. At that point, I really believe that one's has to decide which one to keep and be 100 percent loyal to that one.
Great point! Few here are thinking about a "what if" scenario.
I am dual citizen, every time I travel to the Philippines I am presenting my 2 passports. Entering and leaving Philippines. Only presenting 2 passports in the Philippines. Entering other countries I am only presenting 1 passport.
thanks for your topic it is 100%
true.
Dual Citizenship is legal no one deny your her originally birth place. they are entitled
I am sure other's carry 3 citizenship
this is due to marriage, or birth
and are not called traitor. traitors are who committed vital wrong doings to the country holding their passport.
you guys can be loyal to two countries,
me, i'm loyal to both of my wives.
we just have different outlook in life.
i naturalized in 2006, after getting my US passport, i renewed my philippine passport and to seal the deal for dual citizenship i paid $50 at the philippine consulate in los angeles back in 2011 to get a 3 page document which i present together with my 2 passports whenever i leave or enter the philippines.
I too have thought about the question of having dual citizenship. Under US laws, it is quite difficult to lose US citizenship. Former State Sec Condoleeza Rice had said that there is no US government's official policy on this issue except that certain events could put into question a US citizen's allegiance to America. She made this comment when 9/11 happened. After the attack in NY, many Saudi Nationals holding US passports left the US for fear of being retaliated against, but many also have renounced their US citizenship and documented the renunciation legally. But other than a situation like a 9/11, I decided that there is really nothing to be gained if I re-acquire my Filipino citizenship. The only drawback I can think of is I am limited to staying in the country for 12 months as a Balikbayan. And I have no desire to participate in the political process here. God knows that there is already plenty to worry about back in the states. I enjoy traveling the country and have seen many parts of it. Its really nice to just enjoy the warmth of the Filipinos (and Filipinas if you know what I mean) that I meet along the way, and rekindle the friendship of my former high school classmates. Retirement is really fun once you are ready for it!
P.S. - I enjoy viewing your blog and here's more success to you!!
@PetedeLeon I am guessing that you are still a young person with many years more before you start thinking about retirement.
But to the hundreds of thousands of Filipino-American baby boomers in their 60's who migrated to the United States, Dual Citizenship is an important factor for their retirement years should they decide to relocate back to the Philippines. Unlike you, I am pretty sure these baby-boomers have a much deeper connection to their motherland (the Philippines).
For me same meaning if they don’t put that you re notdenouncing us citizenship. That’s a trick. Once you sign it means you denounce you’re us citizenship. That’s a catch.
My granduncle now a retiree in the US. "CLAIMED"(not reclaimed) his FILIPINO CITIZENSHIP sometime after 2003 i guess and suggested ro his siblings and their kids and grandkids that they do the same because it's their BIRTHRIGHT.... He and his siblings were born in the PHILIPPINES of an AMERICAN father and FILIPINO mother...
Please give me more details. Don't know what you mean "claimed."
@@vloggergrandpa2707 Growing up they were made to understand-think that they are American Citizens because of their American Father. When he and some of his siblings migrated to the U.S. they went there as American Citizens already. So when these laws touching about citizenship were passed he claimed his Filipino Citizenship as well. That is just my layman's understanding sir. 😂 Basta, he is Dual Citizen 😊
I know a lot of Philippine women who have married US servicemen or other US men formerly involved in businesses in the Philippines. I am a US national by birth. I wonder if upon divorce or some other separation between these married individuals in the US, the women return to the Philippines. One of the women at my bank is a Philippine born person married to a US citizen. I often ask her about going to the Philippines to retire and she says absolutely, with enthusiasm. She says without hesitation, that I would love it there.
DUAL CITIZENSHIP IS GOOD WHEN BOTH COUNTRIES YOU ARE CITIZEN ARE FRIENDS COUNTRIES, THE QUESTION IS THE ALLEGIANCE IN CASE OF CIVIL SERVICE, WAR AND EPISIONAGE.
Exactly! And political and economic relationships change over time, don't they?
maraming Salamat po Sir at napakarami po ninyong taong matutulungan.
I have a natural born Filipino friend who is now a U.S.citizen living on disability insurance worth $700/mo. in the U.S. I told my friend that you can't live a good life with that amount there and instead why not live here with that money here in the Philippines in order for my friend to live a better life. Your thoughts and advice on this matter would be appreciated sir, thank you, Mr. J. Dadivas
Answered above.
How can my friend get its disability benefit money monthly from the US to the Philippines? Thanks
Philippine Retirement & Travels: How can my friend get its disability benefit money monthly from the US to the Philippines? Thanks
Best to ask the office making disability payments directly. Another is to keep a U.S. residence active and simply use the Philippines as a "vacation" place. Have your disability remittances to a U.S. bank account and make a transfer to the Philippine bank yourself. Just a thought.
On the flip side, it would be wonderful to be able to become a Philippine citizen!
Hi.. its very interesting all your information.. I am a follower bec I have Family leaving in the US.
Good to hear Differnt topics everytime I watch your blog.
Thanks .. 🙏 hoping more information.. its keep me updated
Take care and be safe.. 😍
thank u so much for giving us knowledge cz Mabuhay !!!! PILIPINAS /USA
I would like to share this, my husband as a us citizen works in the law enforcement agency. He cant apply for a dual citizenship while actively serving the US police force. This is even when US and Phil has a good relationship.
Hey Mr.Leonardo Manaois Jr why do you have a husband ? Same sex marriage is not recognized yet in the Philippines and that is a huge problem .
Agree with you!! After work so hard and paying taxes in US
Saw this video by accident. Very timely as I am doing my thesis on dual allegiance vis-a-vis dual citizenship right now.
What is the conclusion of your thesis? Is there a moral issue regarding dual citizenship?
We don't watch CNN, Fox,MSNBC and other fake media. Thank you for all the info.. I have 10 years more to go to retire. As being Filipino US citizen how long I am allowed to stay in the Philippines??
@Myrna Hall You can go to the Philippines under the Balikbayan Program and stay for a year. If you are dual citizen, you can stay forever.
If your itinerary is going to Vietnam from the Philippines and then to the US, it means your going back home to the mainland, and your Vietnam trip will only be like a long stop over so you must use your US passport all the way.
I was born in the Philippines with my US Father. Whenever we go out ofthe Philippines I used my US Passport and never isdued a Philippine passport. I am considered as an American born in a foreign country. Now i live in California and applied for a dual citizenship in Los Angeles consulate. I was declined twice by the consul general because they are looking for certificate of citizenship from US..Icame to the US as aN AMERICAN CITIZEN.
@James Barrett I guess you can contact the US Immigration Office about that. I don't really know how and where your father registered your birth. That will be a good start. With that, your birth certificate, and your mother's birth certificate, you may be able to get a Certificate of Recognition as Filipino because I believe that you were born a Filipino citizen. I'm surprised that the Los Angeles Philippine Consulate did not advise you of the process.
Thank you sir, Jose Mari Chan, for the clarification. God bless.
Home is where your heart is. And nowadays there is no "Nation of Natives" but almost every single country is at one way or another a "Nation of Immigrants" most citizens are immigrants or the descendants of immigrants.
You answered my question about reinstatement of citizenship. Thank you.
Thank you for your insights it helped me with my decision making regarding application for dual citizenship. I am in my forties and will postpone it maybe until I’m ready to retire. I planned to go to the Philippine consulate to apply for dual citizenship for my two teens but I changed my mind after watching your vlog. Many Filipinos here in our area have encouraged us to apply for dual citizenship as a family but now I have clarity on the pros and cons of this matter. Can you please expand on the benefits and disadvantages of registering our American born children in the Philippine consulate since we parents are Filipinos by birth before we became naturalized Americans. Thank you.
That is covered in one of my vlogs. Here's the link to my channel. th-cam.com/channels/YU70S4jYvhw0BOetMFdD6A.htmlvideos
If some of the transaction ca be done thru online, why then worry of having a physical address, like the Credit Cards. SSS pension can stay here in U S Banks and just withdraw in the Philippines, to avoid multiple charges (ATM fees) just withdraw it at once and deposit it in you're Ph bank account.
Physical address because some of them are a bit uneasy about using a PO Box. You can do as you wish if it will work for you. But it is likely that one of them be it a bank, credit card, Social Security, insurance, etc. will have an issue with a PO Box. The fact that you can do transactions online does not negate the fact that they may need to know where you are actually located. By the way, I understand that you can have your Social Security checks mailed to you directly to the Philippines. I understand there is also an office in the Philippines and forms specifically for Filipinos. Some people may prefer to leave some money in the US, while others may want 100% to go to the Philippines. So it's all up to you. This is the reason why I'm hesitant to make a video about this. Because this all depends on what one wants to do and how to do it. Cheers.
@robertnepomuceno
There are multiple challenges on the scenario you want to advocate as follows:
* most banks have a limit for ATM withdrawals (it varies by bank). Also, most banks normally charge a hefty fee for ATM withdrawals.
* if you deposit a foreign check in the Philippines, it common practice by the PH banks to hold your funds for up to 30 days
* @PhilippineRetirement&Travels actually did an extensive video on this matter
th-cam.com/video/l0Wj922a7n4/w-d-xo.html
So true about America lolo! I love the great country of America. I’m an American Citizen since I was 5. However, I am also loyal to my native country the Philippines. As long as we abide by the law, forget what the hypocrites say
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legal = yes and all the avantage behind it, but moral = no. now lets not fool ourselves here, i share the same fate but im not going to justify its moral
As long as the U.S. and the Philippines remain strong allies, I see little problem with the morality of dual citizenship. But if that were ever to change, dual citizenship could create a real legal and MORAL dilemma.
Good day Sir, thank you very much for the complete informations. Happy Easter and God bless.
I'm Dual citizen.. And it's none of their business.. Anyone who's upset about it, that's his problem.. I sleep good at night, that's all matter.. 😂😂😁👍.. Great videos Dan.. 😀👍♥️
In regards to your statements, that the Dual Citizenship, was enacted in 2003, maybe possible. But, as far as I remember, when the Dual Citizenship started, was, (if I'm not mistaken), during the time of President Fidel V. Ramos. Because, at that time, the Politician in the Philippines, was trying to gain more voters, from outside the country. And, this one of the reason why Dual Citizenship was allowed, and some other reason too, that you mention, regarding the "Economics".
THANK YOU VLOPGGER GRANDPA for the information , GOD BLESS you .
"He was upset to the point of being vulgar."
Ok, you got a message from a child.
Very informative and empowering video! Thank you sir.
Majority we come to America to survive but deep in our hearts we love our own native land !
Whats their to love if the corruption is piled so high you cant see over it, there isnt anything there except ,small pay, expensive living for that pay, cheap girls, and red horse
@Christopher Nelson Open your eyes. The corruption in US is so much more severe and open. Not only from politicians, but from the media itself. Just watch CNN! There's corruption anywhere you go. It's just the extent of it and how open it is being done.
Here are my questions why a person decided to choose to be a dual citizen. 1) Is it the convenience ? 2) Allegiance : What IF scenario like Philippines and US will go to war?
Convenience: yes. Allegiance: yes, provided Philippines and US don't go to war against each other. If they do, one will have to make a choice which one to give up. But I do believe that one citizenship has to be given up because you cannot have allegiance to two countries who are in conflict with each other.
I do thank you for the info sir. I am planing my retirement in P.I. Soon maybe this year 2020.
There is no doubt that as soon as I enlisted in the US Navy in 1968 at Sangley Point, Cavite, I apply for the US citizenship. Why? Its for economic reasons. . I was able to bring my mother and my 10 siblings to the U.S. Now they live a comfortable life, 5 are already retired from their jobs. We all have college degrees. After I retired from the US Navy having served for 25 years, Since I am still young, I decided to work for the US government at the Pentagon for another 17 years. I do not intend to get a dual citizenship. I may visit the Philippines every 2 years or so but not to retire there. I am happy where I am right now living in Florida. . where there is endless summer near Tampa.
@Daniel Legaspi Good for you. thanks for sharing! What we have to do to help the family?
But some U.S. citizen, due to his/her job with the federal government, can't have dual citizenship because of security clearance policy.
Right!
Thankful for the benefits and opportunities both countries are/have as well as both countries benefits for good citizenship of the person who served both countries in good faith. Thank you.
I like you even more now sir. Your videos are very helpful. My Asawa and I are subscibers and love youe videos. Salamat Po.
Grandpa you handled that person WELL that labeled you a Traitor; it reflects the very low mindset of a many Filipinos. I was born 1950 in California and my third grader educated Father arrived 1921 and was his ship USS Canopus was sunk off Bataan and swam with his townmate/shipmate and joined the US Marines in Bataan until they made a CHOICE to walk back to Zambales arriving luckily a Barrio mate who knew them well warned them that a RELATIVE was now a Makapili and they joined guerillas until liberarion. Being a retired USAF Air Traffic Controller it was my choice not be dual and I can guarantee you YOU WILL NOT FIND ONE FILIPINO WILLING TO DIE FOR THE COUNTRY, PH republic was borne out of Treachery by Aguinaldo and you will never find one Filipino soldier dove on a grenade to save his squad, Americans would; THE MAIN REASON MANY CHOOSE NOT TO BE DUAL IS US STATE DEPARTMENT is unsaid that once a US Citizen FLIPPED for the second time IT WILL BE HARD FOR THE STATE DEPT to lend LEGAL aid to the flip flopper as that dual is now under PH LAWS. PH and Filipinos are awesome decent folks but ITS NOT A MATTER OF CHOICE, ITS THE RESPONSIBILITY AND LOYALTY, IT IS WHAT IT IS!!
Much love & respect to your opinion ✌️
Because at first your loyal to your country of birth then to your country of citizenship and when your Dual your embracing the country where you come from and country to you obtain citizenship. Loyal to both and no betrayal.
Embrace both countries is way better than being hypocrites and forget who you really are...obtaining Citizenship in another country that does not removed the truth and fact your just naturalized. And still come and came from your motherland! We are safe my friend very safe and we are not a treator! We love and loyal to both country not the Politics or whoever runs it. I pledge my allegiance to the US and for Philippines to accept and respect. And we're not and never renounce and never asked you renounce our US Citizenship! So there were no collations in having dual in between US and Philippines
Great segment, I have learned a lot from you... thank you so much.
It works two ways. Boris Johnson the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom was born in NYC & lived in the USA until he was 5yrs old. His parents were diplomats posted there. A generation later after he had lived in the UK the rest of his life he sold his house in London. The IRS came after him for capital gains taxes because they considered him an American citizen,
even though he & and his parents were British citizens
You want to retire because the cost of your money is 50x your US dollar. Cost of living is lower than US, as simple as that
Okay, so what's wrong with that?
GOOD MAN,,, YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO TRAVEL THE WORLD ONCE YOU RETIRED...😊
Dual citizenship is dual loyalty.
OK, but what happens when these two countries are in conflict? Which one are you loyal to then?
@@jasonjames4254 : So if your parents have conflicts, whose side will you take?
I am only loyal to myself and my family and my friends. No exceptions.
I’m a dual citizen of Canada and Phil. And I agreed with what The Engineer said to Miss Saigon: “If you want to die in bed, don’t care too much of country...”
Thank you for the very informative video. I'm wondering where it would be easier to reacquire my Philippine citizenship to be dual citizen, while in the US or when in the Philippines. I'm learning a lot watching your videos. Thank you again.
I really don't know because I did not apply in the Philippines. I drove to New York City and I got my dual citizenship the same day I applied. So I don't know if I could get it any quicker than that in the Philippines. 🙂 Of course if it's not convenient for you to go to the nearest Consulate here in the US that may be a different story.
@MatteoJ & @PhilippineRetirement&Travels
This comment is based on my personal experience. Several years ago, I attempted to reacquire dual citzienship while I was in Metro Manila to avoid an extended stay (over 1 year) potential penalties. I was immediately discourage when I became aware of the tedious bureaucracy I had to go through in the Philippines. I ended up going back to the US mainland. It took me just one day to do the PH citizenship reacquisition at the San Francisco Consulate.
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I would like it and could have it. The reason being because I was born in one culture I value but my family migrated to my current one I value equally and, if I married some man from yet a third country, naturally, I would want the citizenship of his country, too. Whilst it is true that dome types with dual or multiple citizenship have it for questionable motives, people like me would have it simply because of how our lives were spread across various countries and each of our cultures that shaped us are dear to us. I just hope there is never some war that will force me to choose just one citizenship. Could get hard. Think I would choose the country that helped me the most and hope I never have to fight the one that is my ancestral home or birthplace. Being an Immigrant results in feelings of displacement, of never really fully belonging to any one culture, even if you spent most of your life in your new homeland, as I have and barely know the one you were born in. This is because you can never fully relinquish or forget the culture you inherit from your foreign parents eg the customs, food etc they keep having even in a foreign land, the language, the stories and memories they relate. Migration is something best avoided if possible because it takes generations to recover from the cultural uprooting da mage. And the people in the new country can never understand your Immigrant angst, feelings of alienation etc etc. Especially after they try to make you feel welcome or help Migrants, like Australia does. And this is frustrating to the host country. All this migrant misery and angst etc is Nobody's fault, though Migrants blame their new country often. It is simply caused by being uprooted and disconnected. The more often you migrate, the more transient your life feels, the more disconnected and alienated you feel, no matter how hard you try to convince yourself you are a global citizen ie a citizen of nowhere. People need a sense of belonging. And that is why some obsess over citizenship issues. Because citizenship may be just a document bot it gives a sense of belonging somewhere, to some tribe of humsns, even though you may not like many of them or their ways or political system etc. To be a citizen of nowhere, forever drifting would be hell. But some do live this way.... I don't think I would wish yo know such types. Not unless they fully and credibly explain to my satisfaction why they choose to or ended up living this disconnected lifestyle. There could be a 'history' to look into...
Very well said.
I'm from Dominican republic and I still have my citizenship over there
I have found myself 40 years from now!
thanks I appreciate your comment