What is a Chinese National Spouse Visa (MCL-07-021)?
The Memorandum Order No. MCL-07-021 was duly approved by the Secretary of Department of Justice on December 14, 2007. In accordance with MCL-07-021, a Chinese national who is legally married to a Filipino spouse is granted to secure a permanent residence visa in the Philippines. In this regard, the Filipino spouse may claim his or her legal Chinese spouse and their legitimate children who are under twenty-one (21) years old as dependents. This process requires the submission of specific documents, such as properly authenticated proofs of relationship, to the Philippine Foreign Service Post. By providing the necessary documentation, Filipino citizens can ensure that their foreign spouse and children receive the benefits and recognition accorded to dependents under Philippine law.
How to Process a Chinese National Spouse Visa (MCL-07-021) in the Philippines?
To fulfill the requirements outlined in MCL-07-021, several documents are necessary. These include a verified letter request from the Filipino spouse petitioning for the visa, completion and notarization of the General Application Form (BI Form No. MCL-07-01), a plain photocopy of the alien spouse’s passport indicating dates of arrival and authorized stay, and the NSO-issued Marriage Certificate. If the marriage took place outside the Philippines, the certificate must be authenticated by the Philippine Embassy or Consulate in the relevant location. Additionally, the NSO-issued Birth Certificate of the Filipino spouse and any minor children, BI clearance, and payment of the application and express lane fees are required. Compliance with these stipulated requirements is essential to facilitate the application process for obtaining the permanent resident visa as specified in the memorandum order.
Furthermore, the Office of the Commissioner or its authorized representative will assess each application. A hearing will then be held to assess the applicant’s qualifications. If a hearing is required, a notice will be sent by registered mail to the petitioner and applicant’s provided address. Otherwise, the application will be forwarded to the Commissioner or the Board of Commissioners for further action.
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