Am I over-staying in the Philippines? Japanese Dual citizen
I have been living in the Philippines since I was a kid. I was born to a Japanese father and Filipino mom, which makes me a Filipino citizen. A few days ago, I inquired about getting a Filipino passport ( which I haven't owned since I never thought I needed it and my parents never got me one since I lived here. And i currently own a Japanese paasport. Unexpired). The officer told me that under the Nationality law in Japan, I could no longer get a ph passport because I'm past the age of 22 ( the age that Japan limits a japanese citizen to be dual). And that I'm currently a japanese citizen only. I have never returned to Japan since I got here. Does that mean I have been over staying here in the Philippines? How should I proceed?
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UPDATE: So, I spoke to an immigration officer and they said because I have an Identification certificate that recognizes me as a Filipino citizen, I can stay here in the Philippines regardless of me bringing a Japanese passport. I could have paid an overstaying fee of Php 30,000 per year if not for my Identification Certificate. I don't need an exit clearance certificate as well whenever I'll exit the Philippines. What a relief. Hope this thread can help out other dual citizens like me. I know thr Nationality Law of Japan really leaves us in a vague spot.
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How long can you stay in the Philippines if you are dual citizen?
You can stay in the Philippines indefinitely provided that upon your arrival in the Philippines you present before the Philippine Immigration Officer your valid US/Foreign passport and your Dual Citizenship Documents.How long can Japanese citizens stay in the Philippines?
The Philippines allows citizens of many countries, including Japan, to travel visa-free for short stays of up to 30 days. For stays exceeding the 30-day limit, Japanese passport holders will need to obtain a visa in order to visit the Philippines.Can I be dual citizen of Japan and Philippines?
Applying for Dual Citizenship in Japan. Filipino citizens can apply for dual citizenship through the Philippine Embassy in Japan, provided that the applicant can establish and provide certain requirements to undergo this process.What happens if I overstay my visa in Philippines?
You are considered to have overstayed if you have exceeded the maximum number of days your visa allows. In the worst-case scenario, offenders will be deported and never allowed back into the country again. The standard fine is P500 per month overstayed.HERE'S THE RULE FOR OVERSTAYING FOREIGNERS IN PHILIPPINES
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