Rammers
English expat in the Philippines
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English, Married with children
Lives in Bohol
Speaks English German
Registration: 05 January 2015
Dual nationality, which passport? by PalawOne
Hello all,Hopefully, a simple question. My wife has dual nationality, that is, both Aussie and Philippines. We intend to travel to the Philippines for 3 months. Which passport should she (or must she?) present to authorities upon arrival in ...
Present both passports.Our Children had dual Citizenship Philippine and EU. On a trip here we decided to use there Philippine passports. Which was fine untill we were checking in at the Airport to return to Germany. Luckily we had both passports ... Read More
Filipino Gang Life by Cherryann01
For any of you who have access and are interested in this subject. i recently watched a programme on the BBC about Filipino Gang Life in Manila with Ashley Cain a former football player and found it very interesting. In the programme he talks to ...
Never believe anything you see on TV. Read More
Road safety in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in the Philippines as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in the ...
@Cherryann01 I think the worst time to be on Ph Roads is late Sunday afternoon, when everyone is driving home from the Beach, afterdrinking Rum and Coke all day. Read More
Rodrigo Duterte arrested. by Lotus Eater
The former president of the Philippines Rodrigo Duterte has been arrested in Manila by the ICC (International criminal court)Chickens finally coming home to roost Rod?
@mugtech "We always try 'em, before we hang 'em". Read More
Welcome Canada to the USA 51st State lol by danfinn
Donald Trump has said it would be "a great idea" for Canada to become the 51st U.S. state, as the president-elect continued needling Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in what started as a tariff dispute.Trump recently said he would place a 25 ...
@danfinn Didn't Santa Anna win at the Alamo? Read More
Rice Production Contributes 1 1/2% of Greenhouse Gases by Enzyte Bob
According to Bard AI contributors of greenhouse gases.(1) Power Generation 25%(2) Industry 21%(3) Animal husbandry 14.5%(4A) Cars 10%(4B) Croplands 10%, which Rice is 1 1/2%(5) Landfills 3 to 5%In 2022 Solar, Wind and Hydro produced 12% of global ...
Fred is right. ''balderdash''.All green plants convert Carbon dioxide to Oxygen. without them, our planet would be dead.The Tropics are especially valuable in this respect, as the plants here don't shut down for almost half a year in Winter. As do ... Read More
Hot Water Shower by Bannor
Hello, everyone! What has been your experience with hot water in the shower? I notice many places do not have this amenity. Have you found it necessary for your quality of life, or something you have happily dispensed with?
@BannorWe only have hot water in the Guest Bathroom. As our water pipes to the house run overland, water in our Bathroom is never really "Cold". So we have no use for a water heater. Read More
Marriage in Philippines by Kal0
"I want to come to the Philippines and get married there. What are the required documents?"
I was Married in the Philippines over 35 years ago and have never regretted it.At the Time of our Marriage I was a UK citizen working in Germany.My future wife did all the paperwork in Manila. All I had to do was provide a CNI (Certificate Of No ... Read More
Staying 6 Months, Question about Clearance Checks before you leave by livinginsea
I have just started researching retiring in the Philippines. I was watching a youtube video at the weekend and it mentioned that if you need to get a Clearance Check before you leave if you have stayed more than 6 months in the Philippines. If you ...
@Kal0Hi Kal0.To get a Balikbyan Visa you have to be Married to a Philippine Citizen, and enter the Country together.It is good for Twelve Months. One doesn't need a return or onward ticket. Or, I suppose an exit Clearance. Read More
Staying 6 Months, Question about Clearance Checks before you leave by livinginsea
I have just started researching retiring in the Philippines. I was watching a youtube video at the weekend and it mentioned that if you need to get a Clearance Check before you leave if you have stayed more than 6 months in the Philippines. If you ...
@livinginseaI enter Philippines on a Balikbyan Visa, and stay about Six months. (Sometimes a few Days More, sometimes a few Days less) and have neve had to produce an Exit Clearance.During the Pandemic I had to stay 18 Months, and still wasn't asked ... Read More
Marriage in the philippines by windsurfer51
I am planning to get married in the Philippines this summer to a lady from Cebu city, I am Canadian and just wondering if anybody could give me some advise as to whet paperwork i would need to obtain before i go.I have been looking online and it's ...
@windsurfer51If you are planning to return to your Home Country, after the wedding. Try to marry in a Church. Many countries don't recognise Municipality Weddings in the Philippines. My Wife and I were Married in a Catholic Church, and had no ... Read More
Watching the NHL in the Philippines by Dude55
Canucks in particular. Anyone know of any packages in the Philippines? I checked Cignal but their sports packages do not include NHL. I heard talk of 'internet boxes' but my relatives there know nothing of these.
@jozicaWhen I am in Ph, I use a VPN to acess my German Sky account. Which enables me to watch Sporting events not available in the Philippines. Read More
Fuel for an offset smoker/BBQ grill by jcole4455
Ok about to visit the Philippines again (yearly) and contemplating ordering a grill from lazada. But after visiting many times I’m curious as to the type of wood (most available) and /or charcoal (not very available) for the fuel and smoking ...
@Larry FisherNo. But it works for what I want to do. I have a very simple smoker, and only need to smoke 3-4 hours at 150 degrees C. Read More
Fuel for an offset smoker/BBQ grill by jcole4455
Ok about to visit the Philippines again (yearly) and contemplating ordering a grill from lazada. But after visiting many times I’m curious as to the type of wood (most available) and /or charcoal (not very available) for the fuel and smoking ...
@Larry FisherNo.Usually 2 kilos Kassler (German smoked Pork) Very similar to smoked Ham.And yes. The sawdust is so cours, it could almost be classed as Woodchips. Read More
Fuel for an offset smoker/BBQ grill by jcole4455
Ok about to visit the Philippines again (yearly) and contemplating ordering a grill from lazada. But after visiting many times I’m curious as to the type of wood (most available) and /or charcoal (not very available) for the fuel and smoking ...
@jcole445I just go to where I can hear a Chainsaw working and beg some Sawdust. The chains here are so badly adjusted it's like woodchips. The Chainsaw guys are always happy to give it to me. It's usually hardwoods, mostly Mahogony,sometimes ... Read More
Registering a vehicle - scooter by AlbertaDonuts
For starters I am thrilled to be here but have recently had my first hiccup.... I knew it was comming and Steve I think you wanted me to experience a hiccup.I bought a scooter when I arrived, I had to buy used or wait 2 months for registration to be ...
Last week there was a rumour here circulating on (un)Social media that a Task force from the DOT, was in Boholl conducting mass checks in the Province. Suddenly. 60% of Motorcycles disappeared from our roads.The place was almost like a Ghost Town. ... Read More
New insect friends by kevinwood
Hi,I'm looking for some advice, we have just got our new home in La Union and were infested with small ants, can anyone suggest any tried and trusted methods to get rid of these little guys?ThanksKevin
@kevinwoodCarbaril. This is an Insecticide that back in the Day I used to use to get rid of Wasp Nests. As Wasps don't fly direct into the nest, but land and walk in, you just have sprinkle a little powder on the landing area, it sticks ... Read More
Retirement - Hobbies / Work by aklokow
Hi All, again another topic just for interest's sake, as I guess most of us are retired here in PH, some rent, some own houses etc. What will be nice is to hear what people do every day with their free time.In my case we are the only house at the ...
@aklokowI do the cooking in our Household, which with walking to the Market, takes up almost half the Day.To compliment the cooking I cure and smoke my own Ham. Make Jam, and Chutneys, Sour Cream. etc.The rest of the time i spend reading, watching ... Read More
Outdoor AC Compressors and Lizards by aklokow
Hi AllHave anyone firstly experienced lizards crawling into the compressors and find a way to the pc board because its hot and they crawl in there and cause a short circuit, pc board gone. Today is my 3rd pc board lost, getting annoyed and ...
@aklokowWe have just had a Lizard destroy the Board on the inside unit of a Samsung Air-con.We don't know how it got in there, but it did.We have had the Air-con almost Twn years and it has never happened before. Read More
Outdoor AC Compressors and Lizards by aklokow
Hi AllHave anyone firstly experienced lizards crawling into the compressors and find a way to the pc board because its hot and they crawl in there and cause a short circuit, pc board gone. Today is my 3rd pc board lost, getting annoyed and ...
@aklokowWe just have had a Lizard blow the Board on our Inside unit os a Samsung Air con.We don't know how it got in there, but it did.The Aircon is almost Ten years old and it has never happened before. Read More
Letters from overseas delivery time with PhilPost by FindlayMacD
My bank has sent me a new credit card to my home address in Mindanao, I received the typical email message saying "your new credit card is on it's way" on September 1st and the card has to be authorised in my online banking app before it is useable. ...
@Enzyte BobYou are right Bob.But surely this applies to mail in any country in the World? Read More
Letters from overseas delivery time with PhilPost by FindlayMacD
My bank has sent me a new credit card to my home address in Mindanao, I received the typical email message saying "your new credit card is on it's way" on September 1st and the card has to be authorised in my online banking app before it is useable. ...
I have never lost anything through Philpost, either sending or receiving. It just takes a long Time. Allow from 3-6 weeks for a normal letter. Most of the time Letters aren't delivered and have to be collected.Although, I have had letters thrust ... Read More
Evolution of banking services in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, With rapid technological advancements, banking services are digitizing at lightning speed. Expats are thus propelled into a new era of options and payment methods, disrupting the traditional banking services of local ...
When I first visited the Philippines over Thirty Years ago. I couldn't understand why visits to a Bank took so long. Simple Transactions, that in a European Bank would take only Minutes, here took over an Hour.Online Banking is a great step forward. ... Read More
Throwaway tix, asking for a friend by Larry Fisher
A friend of mine is planning a SE Asia trip very soon. He's going to end in the Philippines after Thailand. I mentioned getting a throwaway before he goes to Bangkok airport since his plan is to stay here for more than 30 days to look at retirement ...
@Larry FisherNo.There is no requirement for an onward ticket with a Balikbyan visa Read More
requirements to go out of philippines by giovannigio
someone know what is now requirements for go out of philippines for foreigners ? someone know what is requirment then come back in philippines for foreigner?
@blacksheepjunoI have been entering and leaving the Philippines for over 45 years, and never had an exit visa. I mostly leave with my Wife, a Philippina, but not always. Read More
Tropical clothing by Brian2023
I am coming to live in the Philippines again after many years. The last time I really struggled with the sweltering heart and humidity, not least because I think I had the wrong clothing. I have read that linen and poplin T shirts help to keep one ...
@Brian2023 OFF for kids is not as aggresive. Read More
Q's About washing machines. by Larry Fisher
If I were in the states, buying a washer/dryer would be super easy. But alas, I'm here in the province in Cebu. I want to give my gal a break from hand washing clothes, and I'm too lazy to hand wash myself, and too old to change. We have very low ...
@NN3M/DU3Who wants a hot Shower in the Philippines??We have a heated Shower unit in the Guest Bathroom, but always use cold water ourselves.Although, the water supply pipe travels about 30m overground. So the water is never that cold and sometimes ... Read More
PCR TESTS IN HOTELS by Ivo sonnenberg
I booked a plane to mainila beginning September. And once i payed it, i got a whole list of requirements of the hotel Among them it says, i should need a valid PCR test not oldder as 72 hours. Here in Switserland nobbody is testing nomore and the ...
@Ivo sonnenberg T4 Read More
Dual nationality/passports by avatar1562
Hi,I am a dual national (Brit and Australian) living permanently in Phil.I have 2 passports and was wondering how to travel using 2 passports.I know I must leave and return into Phil using the passport that my visa is in.My flight ticket would be ...
@avatar1562 I agree with Big pearl. Just use one Passport. (As long as it isn't a Philipine Passport)I have a Uk and German Passport, and just use the German One. I stay in the philipopines with a 12 month BB Visa. ( I can't spell Balykbyan) Read More
How do you spend your free time? by sekmet
I know many of you are married and busy raising children. Or you are out in the provinces farming or building a house. I recently retired and sometimes just get bored.Do any of you belong to clubs or social organizations in which you might spend ...
@sekmet I am also retired. I have a rule never to watch TV untill after 5 Pm. (Unless there is some Live Sporting event). I cook. Which includes walking to Market every Morning. We have 5 Dogs, Chickens and Turkeys. I grew Coffee, which without ... Read More
What is the price of land for a foreigner ? by michelsergent2008
Hello My name is Michel. I am a cook and I would like to live and work in Palawan.On internet, I found 1) the amount of rent of housing located on this island.2) the amount of real estate located on this island.But, on the internet, I was unable to ...
@michelsergent28A Hectare is 10000 square meters.So big a plot could be expensive. Read More
Traveling to Philippines. Where will I go through customs? by Adam478
I'm flying from the USA to Davao with a 1 hour layover in Manila. Should I be concerned that 1 hour is not enough to get to my next flight or will I not need to do customs until I reach Davao? I arrive at terminal 2 and my flight to Davao also ...
@Adam478 Our son arrived from Istanbul af T3 last Sunday.He arrived punctually at 18.10 but took him almost two and a half hours to clear Immigration, collect his bags and Customs. The bulk of this time was at Immigration. He had no problem. Just ... Read More
Philippines Mandatory Mobile Phone SIM Card Registration By Mid 2023 by manwonder
Gd day guysWishing you all a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year.Just a heads up....I understand that there is a NEW mandatory ruling that requires all local mobile phone SIM cards to be officially registered by mid 2023 which if left ...
@bigpearl I think (hope) this rule only applies to new sim cards. Time will tell? Read More
Your best culinary memory in the Philippines by Mickael
Hello everyone, As you know, every country has its own flavours and tasting the local cuisine is a great way to discover the culture of a destination. Whether it's a small typical restaurant to taste local dishes, a traditional meal in a local's ...
Some years ago now, my Wife and I, on holiday in Ph, had Dinner at the old "Seafood Markt" Resraurant in Makati, with my Sister in Law and her partner. After the meal I said to him how much I had enjoyed the Food. He said 'the food was ok', but next ... Read More
The dogs here are crazy by eptowing
So this is my first trip to the Philippines. First thing I must remind you is I’m traveling with my 75 pound chocolate lab. These people think my dog is a man eating Animal. When we go for walk or at the outside markets and when they ...
@pnwcyclist I think Ph is a "De-Developing" Country.When one looks at pictures from over 100 years ago. It seems to have been a much more civilised Country in those days. Read More
Going to philippines after 3 years. by Paulcripps03
HI everybody,I will be going to the Philippines in October to see my partner after 3 years of being separated, beyond excited, I'm just worried about what I need as far as covid is concerned, I'm fully vaccinated, do I need proof? Do I need to take ...
@Lotus Eater Yas it was T3. Immigration was very quick, because they now have priority lanes for Senior Citizens. No waiting at all. I don't know about other lanes.We took a Grab Car. But there didn't seem to be a que for the Taxis, although, our ... Read More
Going to philippines after 3 years. by Paulcripps03
HI everybody,I will be going to the Philippines in October to see my partner after 3 years of being separated, beyond excited, I'm just worried about what I need as far as covid is concerned, I'm fully vaccinated, do I need proof? Do I need to take ...
@Paulcripps03My Wife and I travelled from Germany-Ph last week.All we needed was our Vaccination Certificates and the "One Health Pass" This you can apply for online 72 hours before departure.The application form is not so easy to fill in, and ... Read More
Relocating to the Philippines by Parvaze
Hi all - Just a quick introduction. My name is Parvaze, I was born and grew up in Scotland and been living in Southern California, USA for the past 30 years. I'm looking to move to the Philippines by the end of 2022 so currently gathering ...
Yes. Bohol is a nice place to live. But not Panglau. Read More
St. Lukes Covid Test by Enzyte Bob
Just recently on someones post, they mention a covid test fee of 4 to 5 k to exit. My wife was in St. Likes for a kidney stone, they provided a covid test twice at 14K each. Also they charged for two pillows at 300 php each. So next time you are ...
When my Wife and I flew to Germany in January, we had to have a PCR Covid Test as a requirement for the Airline. The local health authority in the small Bohol Town where we live arranged this for us. My test cost 650 Pesos. Philhealth payed for my ... Read More
What type of coffee should I use for a bean to cup coffee maker? by hellorosie
Have anyone of you used a bean to cup coffee maker? Is Nespresso really the real deal? Ratings for a Condura Bean To Cup Coffee Maker?
Hi Steve. I sympathise with you. I calculate it takes about 3 hour work to produce 2 cups. Read More
What type of coffee should I use for a bean to cup coffee maker? by hellorosie
Have anyone of you used a bean to cup coffee maker? Is Nespresso really the real deal? Ratings for a Condura Bean To Cup Coffee Maker?
Small electric Coffee grinders are not expensive. I bought mine at a Trödel Markt (Car Boot Sale) in Germany many years ago for 2 Euros and it's still going strong. Now living I the Philippines, I grow my own coffee. I bought my plants 5 ... Read More
Trying to decide where to retire in the Philippines by Jackson4
I am trying work up a plan to retire in a few short years. Likely wintering in the Philippines or maybe more. I am still torn which region would be more appealing: the Visayas area or the Ilocos region. I never cared for big city, forget it. ...
Since I retired in 2014, my Wife and I have been dividing our life between Germany and Philippines. Spending about 7 months Philippines and 5 Summer months in Germany. (Untill Covoid of course). We chose to live in Bohol, as my Wife inherited land ... Read More
New scam at NAIA.
For anyone arriving at Manila Airport the Shuttel-Bus Service between terminals has been suspended. Instead they are offering a car service at one's own cost. For a transfer between Terminal2 and Terminal 3, we were told the cost would be 1500 ... Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in the Philippines by Loïc
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts the Philippines, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
The Philippines Government is no different from Governments all over the world, faced with the COVID-19 Virus Pandemic. They don't know what to do. But they have to do something. Read More
SAFEST way to transfer money from US to PI account? by dimplesz14
Hi everyone! Hope all is well with yah all! quick question, what would be the SAFEST, easiest and cheapest way to send money from U.S. to Philippine account? Also, should we have multiple bank accounts back home to be safe? We need to plan this so ...
I use a company called "World Remit" to transfer money from Europe. They are cheaper than Banks, and very fast. Money is there usually in less than 30 mins. Either direct Bank transfer, or pick up at Banks or Pawnshops. Read More
Typhoon Ursula blackout by GuestPoster285
Who else is enjoying the blackout right now? 10 hours so far
Cheap??? When we bought our Generator we had an Electrician to estimate the size we needed. He said to cover peak demand (Water pumps, security lights, air-con, fridges, etc. We needed a 7kw unit. This uses 3.125 Litres of Gasoline an hour and at ... Read More
Woe is PLDT by Enzyte Bob
We've had our problems with PLDT in the past, now it is really bad. Speeds as low as .04 mbs if you can even connect. Some days no connection at all in Metro Manila. This problem will be two weeks tomorrow. Numerous calls to them and they ...
Hi P.A.M. I use a Smartbro. Having abandoned our Globe Tattoo system as hopeless. It is fast enough for what I want. e-mails, Banking, etc. I can load it at home over "My Smart". Take it anywhere with me. (Some places it doesn't work ... Read More
Organic products in the Philippines by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As a consumer in the Philippines, you may seek to maintain a healthy lifestyle by choosing mostly organic products. If you do favour such products, we would like to know more about your consumption habits. Is it easy to find ...
I suppose, many poducts bought in the Philippines, especially in the provinces, and away from Supermarkets, are genuine Organic Products? As most Farmers cannot afford to buy Chemicals for there Crops. There is a Myth about Organic Produce. They ... Read More
Sense of humour in the Philippines by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Should we set out to explore Filipinos culture through its sense of humour? Indeed, if one is planning to settle in the country, it is best to understand the cultural codes governing humour in order to avoid any faux-pas. What ...
A Friend of mine, who travelled permenantly for a Living, once told me. "If you hear a Group of People laughing in an Airport. They will probably be Filippino's". Read More
Good Reading Books by Peter Clark
Not many book readers in the Philippines myself included, mostly it was Haynes car manuals, Hank Jansons, technical mags and Dennis Wheatley, but spending hours in Airports waiting for your flight got me curious about books and spending my ...
Wasn't the Carpetbaggers written by Harold Robbins? Also a great Writer. The Pirate i thought was one of his best. As usual. the film didn't do justice to Book. Read More
Good Reading Books by Peter Clark
Not many book readers in the Philippines myself included, mostly it was Haynes car manuals, Hank Jansons, technical mags and Dennis Wheatley, but spending hours in Airports waiting for your flight got me curious about books and spending my ...
I read a lot when I am in the Philippines, but using a Kindle rather than buying Paper books. I would agree with Peter Clarks selection of Authers. Although, I enjoy Historical, and some Science Fiction. C.S Forrester, Neville Schute, Ann Mc ... Read More
Amazon Kindle in the Philippines
I have been bringing my Kindle back and forth to the Philippines, for many Years. You just have to tell it where you are living. This is because they are not allowed to sell certain Books in certain Countries. For instance. "Bibles in Saudi ... Read More
How to Deal with Filipino City Air Pollution by moonunit0103
Hi, In the 8 weeks I have been here in the Philippines, I have been shocked at the level of air pollution, especially in the cities. Manila and Cebu are especially bad, but Dumaguete, Tagbilaran, Ormoc, and Tacloban are dirty also, causing me to ...
I first came to the Philippines over Thirty Years ago, and believe me. Air Pollution is much better now, than it was then. Especially Manila. There was a thick yellow "Photochromic Smog" hanging over the City all the time. It stank ... Read More
Inheritance from Abroad with Nasty Filipina wife by Brexit4ever
[b]Hello[/b] Anybody know about inheritance laws here in Philippines? To cut the story short , my wife is a nasty filipina who got most of my lifetime savings then took off with my child to live with a filipino businessman But we are still ...
Brexit4ever??? Isn't it fortunate for us Expats? That the Philippine People, are more tolerant of Foreigners than the Xenophobic Morons, in the UK? Read More
Does anybody really know what time it is? Does anybody really care? by mugtech
Typical day here in the province. Were scheduled to leave on a van trip to Vigan to take my brother in law to the Doctors Hospital for an office visit. We left 1 hour late, for no apparent reason, got to the doctor's office at 10:30 AM for a ...
Yes. It's called "Philippine time". They used to blame the Lizards. Said they made Nests in the Clocks. Slowing them down, or stopping them altogether. But the advent of Digital Timepieces disproved rhat theory. Read More
Sending and receiving packages in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello, As an expat, there are inevitably certain items you might want or need from back home, and around the holiday period, many people like to send gift packages. How easy is it to send and receive packages in the Philippines? Is the ...
The Postal Service in the small Bohol town where we live, can only be described as “quaint“. The Post Office seems to open unpredictably. The Staff when it's open are very friendly (Unlike Post Office Workers in the rest of the ... Read More
Advice about Philippines, specifically Bohol? by fixfireleo
Hello. Looking to move to the Philippines in a few years. I have read a lot and a lot of conflicting information. If anyone can answer any of these questions, I would be grateful. I am 49, single and planning on staying that way. Looking at ...
Hi. Fixfireleo. I am 68 years old an since retiring in 2014 my Wife and I split our time between Germany and Bohol. I cannot answer all your Questions But I will answer what I can. 1. We live here comfortably. But not extravagantly, on 800-1000 ... Read More
Sending $ to my gf in the Philippines by Kenworthman18
I have a question. I recently met a lady in the Philippines. We eventually became engaged. We want the wedding in the phillipines so her family can attend. My fiancee has a wedding planner girlfriend so I want to start sending money to her for ...
Eight Hundred Thousand Pesos, sounds a lot for a Wedding? Read More
Expats from Bohol
Yes. Nice place to live. At the moment we are in Europe visiting the Kids. But will be back there in August. Read More
Help finding lawn mower prefer riding one
Hallo hanrysmith. Before I retired I was a Golf Course Superintendant. So I guess I was what you call a 'Commercial Guy'. I have never heard of Exmark. But John Deere Make good machines. However. I think Toro Machines are the best in the ... Read More
British and filipino passport for baby by Andy777
My girlfriend and i have just had a daughter born here in Davao. I am UK citizen and the baby has my surname on birth certificate. Can anyone give advice (or where to find the answers) on: 1. Is it possible for child to hold dual nationality? 2. ...
Hi Andy. When we applied for our Childrend Passports (Many Years ago) We were living in Germany, and did everything through the Consulates. However! The British Consulates don't issue Passports any more. It all has to be done online. I believe ... Read More
British and filipino passport for baby by Andy777
My girlfriend and i have just had a daughter born here in Davao. I am UK citizen and the baby has my surname on birth certificate. Can anyone give advice (or where to find the answers) on: 1. Is it possible for child to hold dual nationality? 2. ...
Hi Andy. Yes. Both Philippines and UK allow Dual Nationality. You apply at the Passport Office in Both Countries. Read More
Imagration dress code by Guestposter98645
Hi all Well just did my visa extension but this time a new security guy...dressed in t-shirt dirty pants tells me that next time I am to make sure I am dressed in long pants Now I did have on a buttoned shirt as well as shoes and shorts So my ...
Dress rule is not new. My Son was turned away for wearing Shorts, Five Years ago. Read More
Keeping in touch while living in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the best ways you've found for keeping in touch with friends and family back home while living in the Philippines? How frequently do you stay in touch with loved ones? Are there local equivalents to common instant ...
We usually use Skype to keep in touch with our Family in Germany. Quality is not very good here, but we manage, Time difference 16:00 here is 10:00 there. so that isn't much of a Problem. My Wife has a German Cellphone which she uses to Text ... Read More
Paying bills in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What bills do you pay? If you are renting, are bills included in the price of rent, and is this common practice in the Philippines? How can you pay your bills (e.g. online, at provider's store, at the post office)? Which is the ...
Hi Precilla. Paying Bills here can be a bit of a Bind. Some. (Not many) can be payed through Internet Banking. But only if the Bank recognises the Biller. Utilities are the biggest problem. They don't seem to have left the 20th (Or the 19th) ... Read More
NEW MEMBER *HELLO EVERYONE* JACK USA BUILDING IN CEBU by jwillwon3
HEY YA ALL, JACK HERE, RETIRED, AND BUILDING A AQUAPONICS FARM IN THE MOUNTAINS OF CEBU. SMALL WORLD....MAYBE MEET AND HAVE A BEER TOGETHER IF IT IS CONVENIENT ! CHEERS !
Hallo Jack. Good luck with your Project. Read More
Move to the Philippines by end of 2017 by glennrussellm1
How much would the cost (in general be) for one to move from the East Coast USA to the Philippines? I will go by the end of 2017. I am 54 with a military pension. I was stationed at Clark - so would live around Angeles for a while, until perhaps I ...
http://www.pra.gov.ph/main/about_pra?page=1 There is a Government Retirement Authority. PRA. (See link above) There Head office is in Makati, but they have an Office in Subic. If you are over 35 you can take advantage of the Plan. You need to post ... Read More
Child British passport
A few years ago we had a similar situation. I am a British Citizen, then living in Germany. My Wife ia a Filipina. Our Children have British and Philipine Passports. Going on Holiday to the Philippines. We decided to use the British Passports in ... Read More
Feeling Old All Of A sudden by Navajo52
Well, here we are; baby-boomers trying our best to live a lifestyle (mentally a well as physically) that puts us at an age of 25 or 30 years old. Up until now I've done pretty well at ignoring the grey hair on my head and even my whiskers. ...
You mean sitting down in front of the Aircon? Read More
How to bring your car to the Philippines by Bhavna
Hello everybody, If you exported your car to the Philippines, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps ...
Where we live. Cars, and Motorcycles must have an Emision Test, when the annual Registration is Paid. However! Many Motorcycle owners can't afford the Petrol to drive to the Testing Center (35Km). So they don't do it. Read More
Foreign Nationals Safety in The Philippines
Do the British government warn people about walking over Westminster Bridge? No. The fact is Terrorist attacks can occur almost anywhere in the World. We take a risk everytime we leave our front Doors. Just as we take a risk driving a Car, or ... Read More
Crime by exeterman
In yesterday's Observer (the Guardian on Sunday's newspaper in the U.K.) there was a three page article about President Duterte . https://www.theguardian.com/world/2017/apr/02/philippines-president-duterte-drugs-war-death-squads To those ...
http://www.worldatlas.com/articles/most-dangerous-cities-in-the-world.html Surely these things are realative? Ok. Davao is the Largest City in the Philippines, and only the 4th Most dangerous. Above is a link to World Atlas list of the most ... Read More
Crime by exeterman
In yesterday's Observer (the Guardian on Sunday's newspaper in the U.K.) there was a three page article about President Duterte . https://www.theguardian.com/world/2017/apr/02/philippines-president-duterte-drugs-war-death-squads To those ...
It's a Newspaper Report!! You can't believe them. Read More
Outbound ticket/ throwaway ticket by Bernswaggle
Hi to all the Xpats out there, can someone advise me the best way to get an outbound ticket out of the Phillipines as im in Aus at present and may need to show a ticket at Phil customs? not that ive ever been asked for proof yet? but always the 1st ...
To make matters worse. If you intend to stay in a Country longer than 6 Months. Many Airlines will not offer you a Return Ticket. Read More
Outbound ticket/ throwaway ticket by Bernswaggle
Hi to all the Xpats out there, can someone advise me the best way to get an outbound ticket out of the Phillipines as im in Aus at present and may need to show a ticket at Phil customs? not that ive ever been asked for proof yet? but always the 1st ...
I have been travelling regularly to the Philippines for over 30 Years, and have never been asked at Immigration for an Onward Ticket. (Although i always had one). Last year I flew on a One Way Ticket as our return date was unsure. The Airline. ... Read More
Carabao
In the Visayas. There is, in the Buro of Agriculture, a Department dedicated to promoting Carabao Breeding, and marketing Carabao products. I presume this applies all over the Country. Maybe they can help you? There web address is. ... Read More
How has your life changed in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Philippines? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your mood? ...
My wife used to accuse me of being a 'Workaholic'. But after retiring to the lovely Visayas in 2014, I don't miss working at all. We have 3000 m² Garden. Six Dogs, at the moment Fourteen Turkeys, and a Cat. Also my High Blood ... Read More
Beat the heat by exeterman
I was in Manila in May a few years back and it was sooooooo hot and humid. I got heat rash and found it difficult to cope with the humidity. If one lives in the Ph for a while and you are Caucasian, do you get use to the heat? Does your body adapt ...
It's not the heat that is the problem. It is the Humidity. We live in Bohol, where because of the high rainfall the humidity is always uncomfortably high. I have lived in Mindoro where the humidity is not so bad as here. But we like Visayas. ... Read More
Do you speak Filipino? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Filipino is essential for a successful integration in the Philippines. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Filipino? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a ...
Some years ago. I read in an In-flight Magazine (I think it was Lufthsansa) on the way here. That the Philippines is the second largest English Speaking Country in the World (Population wise). So theoretically, a knowledge of English should be ... Read More
SRRV some basic questions by Buzzardman
I live in UK and am looking to move out to Philippines on a SRRV. I have been googling away for information on the details of the procedures and have a couple of questions that I am not clear about. Sorry if they seem a bit simplistic, but I would ...
My experience with Pensions is:- UK State pension can be payed into a Bank in the Philippines. But my other Pensions can only be payed into a UK Bank account. There are some good online sites for transfering Money from a European Bank to the ... Read More
Buying Safer meat/poultry in the Philippines by Calif-Native
With Thanksgiving upon us, we American expats often have "extended family-like eating events" where we go out a bit more with meal preparations to bring some of those memorable past fall events from yesteryear, that remain embedded in our ...
For us, a visit to SM requires a four Hour car journey, and a Six Hour Ferry Trip. I think for a couple of Pork Chops, that is a bit exsessive. Read More
Buying Safer meat/poultry in the Philippines by Calif-Native
With Thanksgiving upon us, we American expats often have "extended family-like eating events" where we go out a bit more with meal preparations to bring some of those memorable past fall events from yesteryear, that remain embedded in our ...
I am always uncertain about the quality of meat in Phillipine Supermarkets. We prefer to buy from the local Market. Meat is freshly slautered (Sometimes still warm). The presentation looks unsanitry. But iff the Meat is washed well, and cooked ... Read More
How can I marry my gf in Philippine by Sala90
Hi all I am from india working in abroad and I have gf in Philippine our relationship is each other' our family also know that our relationship so I need to go Philippine and married my gf I need to stay with my gf .my plan I can go ...
It's a few years now since I got Married in the Philippines. But as far as I remember, my Wife to be did all the necessary work here. I had to provide. My Birth certificate. CNI, Certificate of no Impediment. ( A paper stating that you are not ... Read More
Common misconceptions and clichés about life in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clichés die hard, as the saying goes... and living in the Philippines can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in the ...
Our experience of House-building is entirely different. Our house was built by a local contractor. The owner is himself a qualified Engineer. The Company don't just build Houses. Also Sports halls, Sea walls and other large Projects. He employs ... Read More
Are you happy in the Philippines? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in the Philippines? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before ...
My Wife and I retired two years ago, and are at the moment sharing our time between the Philippines, and Germany. 7-8 Months Philippines. 4-5 Summer Months Germany. We are enjoying every moment of our lives. One reason for this is the vast ... Read More
Common misconceptions and clichés about life in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clichés die hard, as the saying goes... and living in the Philippines can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in the ...
Has anyone ever noticed, that the ambition of the vast majority of philippinos is to run there own 'Buisness'? Drive down many Streets, and there seems to be more Sari Sari Stores than Houses. Of course many Thousands do run succesfull ... Read More
Keeping up with the news in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in the Philippines provides countless occasions to browse local newspapers, listen to local radio stations or watch local TV shows. As everywhere else in the world, local media play a key role in informing the ...
I suppose you're opinion on that, depends if you are a Republican, or a Democrat? But as a Neutral. I agree. Read More
best cable TV- Philippines by slim rusty
What is the best Cable TV coverage? For the "Province" ? English speaking/ Music / Sport/ News (Australian Channel's preferably & of course other's) Thanks: Slim :)
I think Cignal is very good. (Except in heavy Rain). We have a Prepaid account. So we don't pay when we are not in the Philippines. It costs about 600 Pesos a Month for the HD service. Read More
Keeping up with the news in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in the Philippines provides countless occasions to browse local newspapers, listen to local radio stations or watch local TV shows. As everywhere else in the world, local media play a key role in informing the ...
For English News I watch CNN. Finding it slightely less biased than my alternative. Fox News. The Local News channels all seem to have the Reporter, or Presenter, shouting hysterically into the Microfone in Tagalog, and I can't understand a ... Read More
English premier league football in sports bars in Davao?
I don't know about Premiere League. Fox Sports over 'Cignal' Shows live Bundesliga, and Dutch Ehren Division. Read More
Sports in the Philippines
When I first came to the Visayas. The small Town where we live had what I considered, a very nice Sports Facility. It had a Swimming Pool, Basketball Court, a large oval Ash Running Track, with a Grass Football field in the middle. Two covered ... Read More
Sports in the Philippines
A few Days ago. I got up at 3:am to watch Germany play France in Euro 16. Guess what?? Power Cut!! Anyway Germany lost, so i didn't miss much. 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 ...
Because I worked in Germany My Pension has to be paid through the German Pension system. My Wifes Spouse uk pension is paid direct to our Bank the Philippines. !n 2012/2013 There was a big Shake up in uk Pensions. Perhaps new regulations came into ... 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 ...
The Philippines have a 'reciprocal agreement' with the uk. If you can get hold of Department for Works and Pensions information Booklet CF-N-701 12/13. you can find the information on page 9. Or visit the Government Web ... 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 ...
Yes the British Pension Service. Will Pay your Pension in the Philippines. Read More
Insurance coverage in the Philippines
Be very carefull of Insurance in the 'Philippines, My Wife lost Two Endowment policys, with different Companies that went Bust. One she recieved nothing. The other, a small percentage of the Policys value. Read More
1 year visa in Philippines? by boriloco
Does anyone have information about the new visa extension for 1 year?Thanks
If you arrive with your Philippine Spouse. A One Year Visa is automatic. I don't think you are required to leave together. Read More
Environmental protection in the Philippines by Kenjee
Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in the Philippines? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and ...
How many cars/busses run on methenol in the US/Europe??? Read More
Environmental protection in the Philippines by Kenjee
Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in the Philippines? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and ...
I think that sums it up exactly. Life for many people here is such a struggle. Environmental concerns, are of no interest. Read More