PH embassy dispels claims on dual citizenship crackdown in US: 'This is not true'

The Philippine Embassy in Washington, D.C. has warned the public anew about false information in a viral video claiming a supposed dual citizenship crackdown in the U.S.

In an October 20 statement, the embassy confirmed they are aware of the video's contents, stating, "This is not true."

Reiterating its June 2025 advisory, the embassy stressed that the U.S. government has not made any changes to its policies regarding dual citizenship.

"The United States continues to recognize that individuals may hold citizenship in more than one country," it continued.

"There is no new policy requiring dual citizens to renounce another nationality, nor is there a 'crackdown' underway," it added. 

It also reminded the Filipino community in the US to rely on information through official government channels, as well as to avoid sharing unverified information and reporting false information on the platform where it is published.

It also urged the public to avoid making legal decisions, like renouncing their Philippine citizenship, based only on social media content, stressing that doing such is a serious and irreversible legal action.

Under Republic Act No. 9225, or the Dual Citizenship Law, natural-born Filipinos who have obtained citizenship in another country can reacquire their Philippine citizenship, provided they are at least 18 years old.

Further inquiries may be sent to the Philippine Embassy or the nearest Philippine consulate.