Filing a Child Support Case

In Philippines
Last Updated: Sep 17, 2025
The Father of my son is a seafarer, we're separated. I demanding him a child support, Our son is 5 years old now. He doesn't want to communicate with me his parents giving me money that's not enough for our son.

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NARAG LAW OFFICE

NARAG LAW OFFICE

Sep 17, 2025

In the Philippines, you can pursue child support against your son's seafarer father by filing a case for support, even if he is not communicating with you. While the failure to pay child support isn't a criminal offense, Republic Act 9262 (Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act) provides for penalties in certain cases, and you can petition the court to increase the support amount if the current payments are insufficient. You may need to consult with a lawyer to help you with the legal process of demanding child support.

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