Legal Question in Immigration Law in Philippines
In a mid-air drama, a Filipina woman gave birth to a child onboard an American Airways jet flying from Florida, USA to Manila, Philippines. The pilot received permission to land in Vietnam when it became clear there was a delivery in progress, but the baby was born before the plane could land. So what is the child's citizenship? Support your answer.
Asked on 5/18/13, 2:00 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
VOLTAIRE T. DUANO
VOLTAIRE T. DUANO LAW OFFICE
The citizenship is Filipino. The child's mother is a Filipino then the citizenship should be Filipino. This is citizenship by blood under the Constitution.
Answered on 5/23/13, 6:23 am
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