Help regarding PHILIPPINE CONSUL

[ForeverBLESSED 0]

Hi everyone. I have a question regarding my situation. I have 2 kids in the Philippines who stays with their father. Before moving here we had an agreement that the kids will be under his provision. Now, just recently, he wants to change the last names of kids under his. To be able to do that, they are asking for a letter of consent that proves that he is the biological father. Do you have any idea how can I have my letter signed from a consul? Because that is the requirement from their country (Philippines). And do I have to pay for anything? Your help and answers would really be appreciated. Im from San Diego, CA btw.

[TBoneTX 47,498]

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[Greenbaum 12,260]

ForeverBLESSED, on 01 Jun 2016 - 01:42 AM, said:ForeverBLESSED, on 01 Jun 2016 - 01:42 AM, said:

Hi everyone. I have a question regarding my situation. I have 2 kids in the Philippines who stays with their father. Were you married to him at one time? Before moving here we had an agreement that the kids will be under his provision. (why did you chose him and not "your family" for the children to stay with in your absence?) Now, just recently, he wants to change the last names of kids under his. Why do you suppose he wants to change their last names? Why now? To be able to do that, they (who is "they") are asking for a letter of consent that proves that he is the biological father. Do you have any idea how can I have my letter signed from a consul? When you say "consul" are you referring to a lawyer? Because that is the requirement from their country (Philippines). And do I have to pay for anything? (any document from a professional entity usually requires a fee) Your help and answers would really be appreciated. Im from San Diego, CA btw.

Is this something you desire to do, change their last name, or is this something that he is "demanding". If you change their names there is a good possibility that this will shine badly if you have any parental dealings in the future.

We'll need a little more information about your desires. You may need a lawyer and this will be costly and time consuming. I don't know as I am not a lawyer, nor do I know all the facts to your case. That is why I am asking the questions in red.

Edited June 1, 2016 by Greenbaum

[Hank_ 9,174]

Hi everyone. I have a question regarding my situation. I have 2 kids in the Philippines who stays with their father. Before moving here we had an agreement that the kids will be under his provision. Now, just recently, he wants to change the last names of kids under his. To be able to do that, they are asking for a letter of consent that proves that he is the biological father. Do you have any idea how can I have my letter signed from a consul? Because that is the requirement from their country (Philippines). And do I have to pay for anything? Your help and answers would really be appreciated. Im from San Diego, CA btw.

You should contact the Philippine consulate that represents the area where you live. In your case that is Los Angeles. I am not sure if they charge a fee to provide notary service or not.

[ForeverBLESSED 0]

Is this something you desire to do, change their last name, or is this something that he is "demanding". If you change their names there is a good possibility that this will shine badly if you have any parental dealings in the future.

We'll need a little more information about your desires. You may need a lawyer and this will be costly and time consuming. I don't know as I am not a lawyer, nor do I know all the facts to your case. That is why I am asking the questions in red.

Hi. We were never married. My kids was with him eversince then because when were together, I was the one who works and he was the one who stays home and look after them. My kids are used to him and his family. He wants to their last name changed to his because of the benefits he could get and give the kids too, like his social security and health insurance for the kids. About the consul, I really dont have the idea about it because they just keep on telling me to asked for a consul to sign the authoriZation paper from me, to which I have no idea of. Im really doubtful of doing it coz in the end I might have problems in dealing with my rights as a mother to my kids.

You should contact the Philippine consulate that represents the area where you live. In your case that is Los Angeles. I am not sure if they charge a fee to provide notary service or not.

Ill try to call them today and ask about the case. Thank you for the reply.

[Cyberfx1024 7,980]

Yeah you will more than likely have to go the Consulate in Los Angeles for that paperwork to be signed off. There website is below.

http://www.philippineconsulatela.org/

[chillin4me 15]

Hi everyone. I have a question regarding my situation. I have 2 kids in the Philippines who stays with their father. Before moving here we had an agreement that the kids will be under his provision. Now, just recently, he wants to change the last names of kids under his. To be able to do that, they are asking for a letter of consent that proves that he is the biological father. Do you have any idea how can I have my letter signed from a consul? Because that is the requirement from their country (Philippines). And do I have to pay for anything? Your help and answers would really be appreciated. Im from San Diego, CA btw.

Hi,

you need to write an AFFIDAVIT OF CONSENT that says you agreed to have your kids change their last name to their father and states that he is the biological father..you can search in the internet the formal for that too, just change the words that applies to your case.

You need to visit the Philippine Consulate in Los Angeles, have it notarized and red ribbon, it will cost $25 for each document.