Lifting of a blacklist

Em Philippines
Última Atualização: Jan 23, 2026
I'm a US citizen who has been living in the Philippines for over 10 years. I have never overstayed my visa extensions. I have been falsely accused and made a person of non-grada by the local barangay but was not given a hearing or an opportunity to face my accusers. One of the Filipinos demanded that I be blacklisted and deported. I was deported a year and a half ago. I have three minor children in the Philippines. My fiance has sought legal assistance with an attorney in Puerto Princesa. We have not had any resolve from it. I am very dissatisfied with the representation. I would like to change counseling; I just want to know what my options are.

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CAGUIA TAN & CUA Law Offices

CAGUIA TAN & CUA Law Offices

Jan 24, 2026
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We can provide you with several remedies on this matter. Should you wish to discuss further, please contact our office.
Ascendance International Consulting (A-I-C)

Ascendance International Consulting (A-I-C)

Jan 24, 2026
Thank you for reaching out and sharing your situation. It sounds like you’ve faced a very frustrating and challenging experience, and I understand how important it is for you to address the legal matters involving your stay in the Philippines and your children. Regarding your deportation and blacklisting, it's crucial to understand that the Philippine Bureau of Immigration can blacklist foreign nationals under certain circumstances, but there should have been a process in place for you to defend yourself or at least contest the accusations. If you believe your due process rights were violated (such as not having a hearing or the chance to face your accusers), there may be a way to appeal the decision. Typically, such matters can be brought before the Board of Commissioners of the Bureau of Immigration or even higher legal authorities in the Philippines. If you were wrongfully deported or blacklisted, you may want to file a petition for review or reconsideration to contest the decision. As for your children, if they are minors living in the Philippines, you may have options related to family reunification or custody issues. This could be a separate legal matter that requires both immigration and family law expertise. If you are seeking to return to the Philippines, you might be able to petition for reinstatement or re-entry, depending on the circumstances surrounding your deportation. If you are dissatisfied with the current legal representation in Puerto Princesa, I would recommend seeking a second opinion from a different lawyer, ideally one with experience in both immigration and family law. It’s important to find an attorney who is well-versed in handling cases involving foreign nationals, deportation, and family reunification. Your situation is complex, but changing counsel is absolutely within your rights. The next steps would likely involve seeking legal assistance from an attorney who specializes in immigration appeals and family reunification to explore all available options. Sincerely, Ascendance International Consulting
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