the same voting precinct or by a relative, who must also be an authorized voter. Double Registration There are cases when an individual transfers residence then fails to file an application for cancellation or transfer. This is an electoral case called double/multiple registration, which also called as flying voter. Whether it is deliberate or not, the individual who is found guilty shall be punishable with imprisonment of one to six years. Naturalized Citizens Naturalized Filipino Citizens may vote during elections. However, there are several positions in the government that they cannot hold since they are not natural-born citizens. Overseas Filipinos Overseas Absentee Voting Act R.A. 9189 states that all Filipino citizens abroad who are not disqualified by law and at least 18 years old by the time of elections will be entitled to vote. The eligible individuals are required to file their applications personally at the Philippine embassy or consulate nearest their region. They are also required to be holders of a valid Philippine passport with an accomplished overseas absentee voting (OAV) registration form from the commission on elections. For seafarers a photocopy of their seaman's book is required. Lastly if the individual availed the citizen retention and reacquisition act (R.A. 9225), they would need to submit their order of approval application for the said act. References External links www.comelec.gov.ph Elections in the Philippines Philippines