The Philippine Embassy in Washington, D.C. urged Filipino-Americans to remain calm as it monitored a proposed U.S. law that seeks to end dual citizenship, according to an advisory released through its official channels.
The embassy said the appeal came after Filipino-Americans holding both Philippine and U.S. citizenship expressed concerns about potential impacts on their dual status. It confirmed that no official notification had been received from U.S. authorities regarding immediate changes to dual citizenship policies.
The advisory emphasized that Republic Act No. 9225, the Citizenship Retention and Re-acquisition Act of 2003, still allows qualified former natural-born Filipinos to retain or reacquire Philippine citizenship after obtaining foreign citizenship.
The embassy assured Filipino-Americans that it would provide timely updates and extend consular assistance and legal guidance regarding citizenship documentation. It encouraged reliance on official Philippine government advisories and authorized U.S. sources for accurate information.
Until any new legislation takes effect, Filipino-Americans holding valid Philippine passports, certificates of retention or reacquisition of citizenship, and U.S. citizenship documents remain subject to existing laws.
The embassy will continue monitoring official congressional records, government statements, and enacted measures, and will post future advisories on its website and social media to clarify misinformation.