RaelCipriani
Filipino expat in the United Arab Emirates
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About me
Filipino
Lives in Abu Dhabi
Speaks Filipino, English, Spanish a bit of arabic, a little better in Chinese, & eu posso falar apenas um pouco de Português. And lots of Sign Language (probably i do a lot of hand gestures) ;)
Registration: 06 August 2014
Looking for friends in abu dhabi ( socialising/networking) by Ash32
been in Abu Dhabi for over an year; lost most of my friends due to the crisis in industry and business...looking forward to meet or be friends with like minded people who recently moved to Abu Dhabi or living in abu dhabi....people to go for a ...
Come to the city first Nurris! Read More
Looking for friends in abu dhabi ( socialising/networking) by Ash32
been in Abu Dhabi for over an year; lost most of my friends due to the crisis in industry and business...looking forward to meet or be friends with like minded people who recently moved to Abu Dhabi or living in abu dhabi....people to go for a ...
that's cool with me! Read More
Anyone here on Reem Island Abu Dhabi? by fikiwiki
Hi, I just moved here to Abu Dhabi and currently living at Reem Island (Marina Square). Any ladies around here who'd like to meet up for coffee to hang and chill?
Haha.. Indeed.. However, I'm still willing to meet up. Im also in Marina Square. In Tala Tower in particular ^_^ Read More
Dealing with homesickness in the United Arab Emirates by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Being an expat in the United Arab Emirates can turn out to be a wonderful human, social or professional adventure... with potential moments of nostalgia and homesickness along the way. What are your personal tips to prevent ...
Hi there, Are you into sports? I usually play Badminton after work and during weekends. I can say that I'm pretty active into this sport. I find this way to make myself occupied. If you want, you can drop me a message and I can invite you into ... Read More
Canadian arriving next week to Abu Dhabi by Dankandi
I don't know anyone, what is there to do after work and on week-ends?
Hi there, Are you into sports? I usually play Badminton after work and during weekends. I can say that I'm pretty active into this sport. If you want, you can drop me a message and I can invite you into our club! Enjoy your stay here in the ... Read More
Amount of bank statement for visa applying for filipina by LUC TINEYRE
Hi all , Please help me I intend to invite my gf this summer in France so we are applying visa ... everything is clear except 1 topic.. What is the reasonable amount my gf shall show on bank account to request the Shengen visa ? Kind ...
all she needs is to show a sufficient amount on her bank account to support her travel. I think all visa Application starts with that. Read More
Permanent residency in Philipines ? by Keef53
I will retire in 30 months time and then I can decide whether to stay in the UK or relocate. I will visit the Philipines next year and if I like it may consider retiring there. My question is how easy is it to get a long term visa or obtain ...
You're Welcome. My Pleasure ;) Read More
Filipino community in Colombia? by Sherryl Apostol
Hi everyone, my name is Sherryl and I'm from Philippines. I am living and working here in Dubai. I will be visiting Colombia on August and would like to know if there is a Filipino community in Colombia? Many thanks.
will be visiting Ibiza Spain, Brazil, Peru, and Chile the Whole September. Planning to Add Columbia or Argetina if i still have enough time", Read More
Alien certification registration by sbleakley21
Hello I was wondering if anybody could advise me on how to obtain my ACR and what are the requirements? Thanks Shane
All foreign nationals who are visa holders of Temporary Visitor’s Visa or Tourist Visa who have stayed for more than fifty-nine (59) days in the Philippines", Read More
Amount of bank statement for visa applying for filipina by LUC TINEYRE
Hi all , Please help me I intend to invite my gf this summer in France so we are applying visa ... everything is clear except 1 topic.. What is the reasonable amount my gf shall show on bank account to request the Shengen visa ? Kind ...
If she's staying with you who is a French resident/national, then you need them to provide her with something called Attestation d’accueil (Certificate of Board and Lodging) and your host’s national identity card or residence ... Read More
Permanent residency in Philipines ? by Keef53
I will retire in 30 months time and then I can decide whether to stay in the UK or relocate. I will visit the Philipines next year and if I like it may consider retiring there. My question is how easy is it to get a long term visa or obtain ...
You can apply for SSRV (Special Resident Retiree's Visa) which entitles you to multiple-entry privileges with the right to stay permanently/indefinitely in the Philippines. Read More
Amount of bank statement for visa applying for filipina by LUC TINEYRE
Hi all , Please help me I intend to invite my gf this summer in France so we are applying visa ... everything is clear except 1 topic.. What is the reasonable amount my gf shall show on bank account to request the Shengen visa ? Kind ...
Actually, You don’t need to present all your riches to the embassy. If your trip will cost you 200,000Php then you can present anywhere from 200,000Php to let’s say 500,000Php. That’s a pretty reasonable amount of travel money ... Read More
Amount of bank statement for visa applying for filipina by LUC TINEYRE
Hi all , Please help me I intend to invite my gf this summer in France so we are applying visa ... everything is clear except 1 topic.. What is the reasonable amount my gf shall show on bank account to request the Shengen visa ? Kind ...
How Long will she go for visit? Read More
Where is the best part of Visayas to live? by steveinoz
I want to move from Australia to Philippines. I am thinking about the Visayas and I like Cebu. I want a place that is elevated and wont flood and also benefit from nice breezes and at the same time is close to the main stream city. My wife is from ...
Cebu is a larger city with most government services available there. You can live nicely on a budget of $3,500.00USD, that translates to about 145,000.00PHP in the Philippines. Normal rent here is 8,000.00PHP a month for a large 2 bedroom apartment. ... Read More
Anyone here on Reem Island Abu Dhabi? by fikiwiki
Hi, I just moved here to Abu Dhabi and currently living at Reem Island (Marina Square). Any ladies around here who'd like to meet up for coffee to hang and chill?
Im in Reem. but not a lady. ^_^ Read More
Looking for new friends in Manila, Fort Area, Makati. by Ana Patricio
I am brazilian, speak portuguese and english. Me and family moved here 3 months ago, and look for new friends and contacts. Thank you Ana
Hello Ana! Hope To meet you and hang out. I often visit Brazil for leisure and to visit my relatives there. I actually lived for months in Paulista in Sao Paulo to study. My last visit in Brazil was just last week, Hope to hear from you soon. ... Read More
1 year visa in Philippines? by boriloco
Does anyone have information about the new visa extension for 1 year?Thanks
still, you have to apply for it! It's not like it will be given to you automatically :) Read More
travel agency offering affordable trekking service in annapurna?
Hello all, We are looking for a travel agency that offers affordable trekking service in annapurna? We are 2 and planning to do it at the end of the year. Thanks all! Read More
Dogs and Cat rescue by rpmiller
I've been rescuing dogs and cats. I can't afford to feed, house and medicate these animals by myself. I'd appreciate any input any expats can provide with regard to inexpensive spay, neutering. I'm considering starting a non profit ...
Salute to all of you guys! Im also in Tagaytay Area. But I'm living in Wind Residences and they wont allow pets in my unit. If there's any help i can do, please contact me guys. Cheers! Read More
what to do in Thailand
i highly suggest Koh Samui. But for 5 days only, you might just consider Phuket! You might want to stay along Patong Beach near Bangla Rd if you want some Party! Enjoy! Read More
Passport to use
No, it wont make any difference whatever passport you may have as far as I'm concern", Read More
what to do in Thailand
In what part of Thailand You want to go/visit? Read More
1 year visa in Philippines? by boriloco
Does anyone have information about the new visa extension for 1 year?Thanks
When you apply for your resident visa, if your spouse is a Philippine Citizen you will be applying for a 13(a) visa. If your spouse is a former Citizen you will be applying for a 13(g) visa. With either of these visas you are also allowed to work in ... Read More
1 year visa in Philippines? by boriloco
Does anyone have information about the new visa extension for 1 year?Thanks
http://www.immigration.gov.ph/faqs/visa-inquiry/permanent-resident-visa Read More
Permenet Residency Visa by Diver -Paul
Morning All, long time resident (temp visa's) but will take the plung & go for the Resident Visa. My questions as listed: #1 time needed for the paperwork #2 estimated fees I've gotten my TIN number & card & have a PI's ...
Are you outside Philippines now? 'Coz if not, I would strongly recommend that you do the application before coming to the Philippines. Doing it here involves a lot of hassles, extra paperwork, takes months to process, and will probably require ... Read More
New members of the Nepal forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Nepal forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
hey y'all! I'm planning to visit Nepal from December to January! Most specially in Pokhara. See y'all! Read More
internet cafe and lotto business in the phillipines?
You're right! You cannot own a business or a property here in The Philippines unless you have a Filipino Partner to do business with you. You should be very careful in choosing a partner. Someone who you really trust or you have known him/her ... Read More
Permenet Residency Visa by Diver -Paul
Morning All, long time resident (temp visa's) but will take the plung & go for the Resident Visa. My questions as listed: #1 time needed for the paperwork #2 estimated fees I've gotten my TIN number & card & have a PI's ...
If you are legally married with a Filipino citizen, you may apply for the permanent Resident Visa (13A) as stated of the Philippine Immigration Act of 1940, Section 13. You must meet the following requirements: -Notarized letter of application by ... Read More
How and where find a IT Job ? by splouvier
Hi guys, If I start my second post on this site is that I would like your opinion. I would like in the near future to stay in Philippines. Ideally near Cebu (but I can easily travel). I am 30 years old, so I dont have budget to start a business ...
Retiring in Philippines is actually good. But working as an expat will lead you to No Direction. Unless you build your own company or settle an ample life in the metro. Read More
Going back to his home country as he thinks Cebu is dirty by jasonswits
The school that I'm working for was supposed to have this student from Spain. He flew all the way from his home country only to say Cebu is dirty as it rained last weekend when he arrived. He left Cebu as soon as he got here. Wow! I know Cebu ...
Every people have their own lifestyle. We are all different. But I can say that it's too hasty for him to judge Cebu without immersing himself in that place for few days without giving another week/day to see the real beauty in it. I have ... Read More
Getting a traffic citation, just because you are a foreigner. by Robbie2248
Recently, I was driving along, my wife in the car with me, we were on a 4 hour trip, and bang, some lunatic cut me off, and sideswiped me. I was in the traffic stream, and the other driver, very annoyingly typical of that type, overtook everybody, ...
No need for a lawyer if you know the law. Sad to say, most Filipinos are breaking the law by paying money under the table. I highly discouraged y'all to do the same. Philippines need total transformation in this kind of act. Filipinos are very ... Read More
Had enough by madmax888
This September, I will be leaving Cambodia for good. After nearly 6 years, I have had enough. Many of you long time posters know me, as my first thread was read thousands of times. What you don't know is that my wife, after 4 1/2 years of living ...
Buy a gift for a dog, and you'll be amazed at the way it will dance and swerve its tail, but if don't have anything to offer to it, it won't even recognize your arrival; such are the attributes of fake friends/lovers. Cheer up mate! ... Read More
It's me :) by LindaBlackwell
Hello all! :) I'm Linda from England. I reached by the end of December and I fall in love with this place especially the lovely corniche! Presently I stay by sharing with two girls.
Hi Linda! How's it goin? Hope you're really enjoying you're stay! If you wanna hang out sometime, just drop me a message. Ciao! ;) Read More
New members of the Nepal forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Nepal forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
I'm travelling to Tbilisi too on December 1 for two weeks! Read More
New members of Thailand forum, introduce yourself here 4th quarter of 2015 by Julien
Newbie on Thailand forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your expat ...
Hi everyone... I just arrived here in Phuket. I'm here for 8 day vacation alone. Hoping to meet and gain friends here in my short stay. Let's meet to have some beer and party? Thanks Read More
Make friends in Abu dhabi by ciara morrissey
Hi everyone. My name is ciara. I'm a 28 year old irish girl moving to abu dhabi in march to work in a nursery. Am quite nervous as I am moving alone. Looking to make friends in abu dhabi. Thanks
I moved alone here in Abu Dhabi as young as 23 y/o. I feel the same thing you are feeling right now. At first month, i miss my home country, but in succeeding months, i am able to get along with other expats here and enjoying my stay here so far. ... Read More
Make friends in Abu dhabi by ciara morrissey
Hi everyone. My name is ciara. I'm a 28 year old irish girl moving to abu dhabi in march to work in a nursery. Am quite nervous as I am moving alone. Looking to make friends in abu dhabi. Thanks
Everyone's Friendly here. Nothing to worry about! Read More
New members of the Peru forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Peru forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hi all! I'm a Filipino expat living in Abu Dhabi. I'm Planning to go Peru in First quarter of nxt year. I wanna Visit Macchu Picchu. But i can Only have 5days for my trip. Any suggestions how can i maximize my time? I wanna visit a lot more ... Read More
Anybody vacationing in Lima december/january
I'm Planning to go Peru in First quarter of nxt year. I wanna Visit Macchu Picchu. But i can. Only have 5days for my trip. Any suggestions how can i maximize my time? I wanna visit a lot more of Peru other than Macchu Picchu. Thanks Read More
Visa Requirement For Filipino in Nepal
I will not do trekking since i dont have any experience doin that. I'm more into sightseeing and finding a good place for meditation. Can u leave ur number to my inbox? Read More
Interested in Nepal and Nepali culture by nepalilovestory
Hi everyone! I am currently living in Nepal with my Nepali boyfriend and his family. My experiences of Nepal differ somewhat to many expats as I am half living like a local as well. Most of my adventures and experiences I share on my website - ...
Thanks. I will take note of this... Read More
Interested in Nepal and Nepali culture by nepalilovestory
Hi everyone! I am currently living in Nepal with my Nepali boyfriend and his family. My experiences of Nepal differ somewhat to many expats as I am half living like a local as well. Most of my adventures and experiences I share on my website - ...
i'll arrive in Nepal by 2nd week of October for Eid Holiday Vacation... And I'm planning to stay there for 10 days... And i want to be my vacation to the best out of it. Maybe you can help me? I Know that Nepal have rich culture and ... Read More
kathmandu by Alice123c
Hello everybody! I wanted to know how is life in kathmandu, if primary goods are available on a daily basis, such as electricity and clean water, and if there is some big problem you encounter that I should know of. Moreover, how hard it is to find ...
Depends on nationalities maybe. But they said here, On arrival: a tourist visa can be issued for a stay of - 15 days: US$ 25.00 - 30 days: US$ 40.00 - 90 days: US$ 100.00 Fees to be paid in US$ or equivalent in convertible currency. Anyway, ... Read More
kathmandu by Alice123c
Hello everybody! I wanted to know how is life in kathmandu, if primary goods are available on a daily basis, such as electricity and clean water, and if there is some big problem you encounter that I should know of. Moreover, how hard it is to find ...
Thanks, this is a big help. I'll Consider this. Btw, what type of entertainment? Like bars and clubs? Read More
Visa Requirement For Filipino in Nepal
I confirmed it to em, and told me that visa will issued upon arrival which is 25 dollars for 15 days Read More
New members of the Nepal forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Nepal forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Rael,24, Filipino expat in Abu Dhabi I'll be travelling Nepal this October for my Eid Holiday Vacation. Anyone who can suggest me good place to visit for my entire Vacation? Read More
kathmandu by Alice123c
Hello everybody! I wanted to know how is life in kathmandu, if primary goods are available on a daily basis, such as electricity and clean water, and if there is some big problem you encounter that I should know of. Moreover, how hard it is to find ...
Im also travelling by 13th of October in Katmandu.. Where is the best location for me to stay where i can enjoy my 1week stay there? Read More
Visa Requirement For Filipino in Nepal
Hi Everyone, Rael here, 24 currently living in Abu Dhabi... Im planning to have my Holiday Vacation for a week this October in Katmandu,, Is there any Visa needed for Filipino Nationals like me? Read More
Hi everybody by samosos
:) hi I am Sam from Abu Dhabi who is here from Abu Dhabi
Welcome.. Rael, 24, living in AD too! Read More
Any knowledge of a Filipino Community here in AD? by abasu
The people from Philipines working here muct have one community, I used to work in Doha and was amazed by the community feelings of Filipinoommunities there, they embrance all expats with open minds! Do you have anything like this here, past 3 ...
Most, But not all... :D Read More
is there any way that i would not be offloaded in immigration of phil? by jomer30
I am planning to go to dubai either january or february of 2015 and i'm afraid that philippine immigration might offload me, i will be getting a visit visa to go there and as pf 2014 there are a lot of cases that there are more filipinos are ...
If you have ur Family here, then you can easily get through. But it must be first degree like mother, father, siblings, daughter or son... I have been off loaded once before goin here since my sponsor is my uncle. And my uncle is a stepbrother of ... Read More
LOCAL FOOD TRIP by Guestposter894
hello people of abu dhabi i am an expat for 10 months now and a foreign friend of mine is here for a visit even though i've been here for quite some time i haven't really tour around i was wondering if new expats can join us for a local food ...
Wow!!! I should have been there... sorry, i missed it... Read More
Organize an Expat blog meet-up! by Julien
Hi all, Should you want to organize a gathering with the other members, in your town, we would be pleased to help :). It is indeed a great way to meet new people, isn't it? If you would like to plan a get-together, do not hesitate to ...
I missed the august 2, starbucks meet up. Any following meetup? Read More
LOCAL FOOD TRIP by Guestposter894
hello people of abu dhabi i am an expat for 10 months now and a foreign friend of mine is here for a visit even though i've been here for quite some time i haven't really tour around i was wondering if new expats can join us for a local food ...
I'm in!!! Lemme know ahead of the day!!! Read More
Hello from Canada
I would like to welcome you Paul here in Abu Dhabi! I can say that 6days are more enough to recover from jet lag! 1 or 2 days is good... But if you still dont want to work in 6days, why dont you explore first Abu Dhabi? Surely you'll enjoy! Read More