Living in Davao: the ultimate expat guide

Everything you need to know for a successful life in Davao.

Guide updated byVeedushi Bissessur, on 19 July 2023

Nicknamed the "Fruit Basket of the Philippines" due to the production and export of a range of fruits, Davao is one of the country's most vibrant and prosperous cities. Located on Mindanao Island, it is deemed to be a main hub for commercial exchange.

Davao is the ideal destination for expatriates looking forward to take a break and discover new cultures. Indeed, it is very welcoming towards expatriates.

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I hold a French diploma and worked as a journalist in Mauritius for six years. I have over a decade of experience as a bilingual web editor at Expat.com, including five years as an editorial assistant. Before joining the Expat.com team, I worked as a journalist/reporter in several Mauritian newsrooms. My experience of over six years in the Mauritian press gave me the opportunity to meet many prominent figures and cover a wide range of events across various topics.

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