BP 79 Section 2

Definition of "Filipinos Overseas".

Section 2

SEC. 2. Definition of "Filipinos Overseas".—For purposes of this Act, the term "Filipinos Overseas" shall mean Filipinos who are permanent residents abroad, including Filipino emigrants who are either already citizens of foreign countries or are still Filipino citizens awaiting naturalization, recognition, or admission, and their descendants.

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CitationBP 79 Section 2 (LawPlayer, data as of July 4, 2026)

Source: Supreme Court E-Library, Republic of the Philippines. Philippine laws are public documents (works of the government).

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