Article 15

RA 386 · Civil Code of the PhilippinesKey provision

ELI5— what this means for you

Philippine laws on family rights, civil status, legal capacity, and succession follow Filipino citizens everywhere in the world — even if they live or work abroad.

Key point

Being overseas doesn't exempt Filipinos from Philippine family law.

Official text — RA 386

Laws relating to family rights and duties, or to the status, condition and legal capacity of persons are binding upon citizens of the Philippines, even though living abroad. (9a)

Source: lawphil.net (RA 386 as amended)

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