Dual Citizenship Philippines UK (RA 9225) 2026
RA 9225 allows former natural-born Filipinos who became British citizens to re-acquire Philippine citizenship. This guide covers the London Embassy process, document checklist, oath step, costs, and what to do if you want a Philippine passport afterwards.
London Embassy note: Check londonpe.dfa.gov.ph for the latest RA 9225 form, appointment/mail-in instructions, and payment method before submitting documents.
About RA 9225
Republic Act 9225 (Citizenship Retention and Re-acquisition Act of 2003) allows natural-born Filipinos who acquired another citizenship to re-acquire Philippine citizenship by taking the Oath of Allegiance.
Benefits: Own property in the Philippines, vote in elections, do business, retire, and enjoy full Filipino citizen rights while keeping your United Kingdom citizenship.
Requirements
- Completed RA 9225 application form
- Current British passport (original + copies)
- Certificate of naturalisation or registration, if applicable
- Old Philippine passport or other proof of former Philippine citizenship, if available
- PSA birth certificate
- PSA marriage certificate or UK marriage certificate if your name changed
- Passport photos matching embassy specifications
- Proof of UK address
- Fee: normally the local-currency equivalent of USD 50, subject to embassy schedule
Process
- Download the latest London Embassy RA 9225 form and prepare photocopies before submission.
- Submit the application package according to the current embassy instruction. Some stages may allow document pre-check by post or email, but oath-taking requires personal appearance.
- Pay the prescribed consular fee and keep the receipt.
- Attend the oath-taking schedule and sign the Oath of Allegiance.
- Receive your Order of Approval and Identification Certificate.
- Use those papers, plus your British passport and PSA documents, to apply for a Philippine passport if you want one.
Passport After RA 9225 Approval
Many UK applicants search for dual citizenship because they also want a Philippine passport. Treat this as a second step, not an automatic issue at oath-taking.
- Bring the Order of Approval, Identification Certificate, oath document, British passport, and PSA birth certificate.
- Book a passport appointment or follow the embassy's combined-service instruction if available.
- Expect standard overseas passport processing of about 6-8 weeks because passports are centrally produced.
- Keep your British passport details consistent across the RA 9225 and passport applications.
Related: Philippine passport renewal in the UK.
FAQ
RA 9225 does not require you to renounce your United Kingdom citizenship. However, check United Kingdom laws on dual citizenship to ensure compliance.
Yes. Once approved, register as an overseas voter at the embassy to vote in Philippine national elections.