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since you are in the US, i suggest you get to know people from the Filipino community. They can be a big help for you and your fiancee.
dont want to sound pessimistic..but finding work which will allow you to put a roof over your heads might be a challenge. (but then again, that depends on what kind of roof you want).
seriously now, you have to find a company which will provide you a sponsorship. otherwise, you wont get a job. not alot of companies are willing to give this, unless you have a "special" skill, eg. engineering, etc.
good luck!
Your best bet is to save your money for a year or so and then try living in the philippines from 6 months to 1 year.
Do not burn all of your bridges because sooner or later (most times sooner) you will need to go back home.
good luck
Doug
Once your married you can file for a 13(a) Permanent Resident Visa. Once you receive that you can work at any job.
Most jobs pay Filipino wages and most Filipino families cannot survive on that amount.
Some Call Centers will pay a higher salary since you already speak English and can converse better on the phone.
When you move here, have many certified copies of your divorce decree since they require many copies for everything.
As someone else mentioned, it would be better to advise knowing your profession.
Visit my blog for many articles about life here and feel free to email me at Bruce@americanindavao.com
It's no secret that the world is changing. Life has become too fast paced, too expensive, more restrictive, and less safe, It's no secret that the world is changing. Life has become too fast paced, too expensive, more restrictive, less safe, less clean and worst of all over taxed. Many people have started searching for that one place where lower taxes and a traditional way of life exists as it did half a century ago. Fortunately there is still a place where you can Escape the Everyday - it's called Subic Bay Freeport Zone in the beautiful Philippine Islands.
A former American colony, the Philippines has the third largest English speaking population in the world and continues to enjoy a Western inspired standard of living just 12 hours flight from North America. Subic Bay is on the largest island named Luzon and was designed and built largely by the US Navy who called it home for nearly a century until their massive base closed in 1991.
What that means is superb infrastructure, well maintained roads, old-style houses with big yards, a reliable electricity plant, first-class telephone and high-speed internet services and even the country's only drinkable tap water. Still things keep getting better with a new superhighway linking Subic to the National Capitol, a multitude of Duty Free shops and entertainment venues, a new cargo ship terminal and even our own international airport.
Yet the environment has not suffered as in other places with lush primary jungle remaining throughout the Freeport, home to wild animal species surrounding a picturesque Bay full of marine life. Streets and public areas are among the cleanest in the nation with recycle bins and trash cans on every downtown street corner.
Security is rarely an issue thanks to our own Police Force, many of whom once served under the US Navy. Couple that with a well-equipped Fire Department, modern Western-style Paramedic Ambulance fleet and easily accessible Health Care Services you can relax knowing your personal well being is in good hands.
Education in Subic is second to none with schools catering from pre-school up to Medical Universities and for those looking to continue observing traditional religious services, Subic has numerous churches openly serving your faith denomination.
Most importantly, the Philippines lower cost of living means you not only get more value for your initial property investment but with day to day expenses far cheaper in our Tax-Free Zone your savings will buy more and last longer. Plus if you are aged 35 or above your residential property purchase or long-term lease allows you a Special Retirement Visa, granting legal immigration status without the need for expensive lawyers or yearly fees.
All this under an average temperature of 35C in the summer and 27C in the winter to keep you feeling warm and comfortable.
So if you're looking for a better place to live, a place to escape high taxes, raise a family, invest in a more profitable business or enjoy your retirement years it's clear that few places compare to Subic Bay.
In Subic Bay, Philippines you're not just buying property, you're buying a lifestyle.
Should you have any questions or need to clarify please feel free to contact me anytime at your convenience.
Thank you very much
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1. Financial considerations is very important. I understand how it is to go through divorce and most of the time one spouse end up with nothing. Practically speaking, you need to save up again in order for you to survive here. If you can save up to where you can have at least $1500 a month, you can survive with a decent living. Davao is not very expensive, but realize that it is in Mindanao. So, be very careful. The fiancee visa is not that difficult, but they scrutinize every single letter, emails, etc to prove that your relationship is true or something that was done out of getting a visa.
2. Another consideration you need to think of is, does your fiancee prefer to live in the Philippines or in the US? Filipinas seek for boyfriends abroad so that they can go there and be a US Citizen. I am not presuming she is, but it is better to find out now. And the usually, after 5 years they will sponsor their parents, then, their parents will start sponsoring their other kids. I didn't go there for that purpose if you will ask me. I went there because I believed that it was part of God's plan, in fact, I didn't apply for my US citizenship until we ended up deciding to come back here. NOw, we are all here for good.
3. Is she currently working? Does she have family to feed? Please read my blog on worldlinks4u.com/blog]www.worldlinks4u.com/blog for more information. Discuss lengthily all the aspects about taking care of family members.
4. If you send me more information, I can assist you more effectively.
Sincerely,
Pinaymentor
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