Hi everyone, just wanted to ask on behalf of a friend.
Edited: My friend (graduated in a local med school and already passed the PLE) who was born in the US but both parents are Filipino, so technically dual citizen. They’re considering applying for residency or possibly fellowship training in a government hospital here in the Philippines.
We’re a bit unclear on how eligibility works in this situation:
- Are dual citizens allowed to apply to government hospital training programs?
- Are there additional requirements (like choosing/declaring Filipino citizenship formally)?
- Any limitations compared to purely Filipino citizens (e.g., plantilla positions, return service, etc.)?
- Does it vary by institution?
Would really appreciate insights from anyone who has gone through this or knows someone who did. Thanks!