Rainrider9
American looking for information about Philippines
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Registration: 17 July 2015
SRRV or Tourist Visa... that is the question! by tpiro
This is probably an old question but I couldn't find much on it. SRRV or Tourist Visa... that is the question. Wondering how many out there in Philippine land is still on a tourist visa and how long have you been there?.. From what I have ...
You’re welcome. She was very professional and helpful obtaining the srrv for me. Greatly appreciated. Read More
SRRV or Tourist Visa... that is the question! by tpiro
This is probably an old question but I couldn't find much on it. SRRV or Tourist Visa... that is the question. Wondering how many out there in Philippine land is still on a tourist visa and how long have you been there?.. From what I have ...
To all, the military extended srrv was the option that i chose in 2016. Much less required deposit, $1500 with BDO branch in makati. Plus the normal application fees. I used one of the local marketers named Maria. Very helpful and did not cost ... Read More
13a visa vs. SRRV visa which is better? by jeffdavfla
I am married to a Phillipina in the USA before coming to the Philippines, I applied and recieved a 13a Permanent visa. I have live here in the Philippines (Davao City) 6 months now and found out about the SRRV visa and not sure if it is worth ...
Coach evidently when the marriage breaks up the visa is cancelled. The basis of the 13a is a marriage. Check with any attorney in the philippines. You will find out the truth. Read More
13a visa vs. SRRV visa which is better? by jeffdavfla
I am married to a Phillipina in the USA before coming to the Philippines, I applied and recieved a 13a Permanent visa. I have live here in the Philippines (Davao City) 6 months now and found out about the SRRV visa and not sure if it is worth ...
Yes, so happy that you have a good stable marriage. It is a wonderful thing. Congratulations. Read More
13a visa vs. SRRV visa which is better? by jeffdavfla
I am married to a Phillipina in the USA before coming to the Philippines, I applied and recieved a 13a Permanent visa. I have live here in the Philippines (Davao City) 6 months now and found out about the SRRV visa and not sure if it is worth ...
Coach53, i have read about that prior. Man had a 13a visa lost everything, house he built, marriage the whole shebang. Went home penniless. Never would want to be in that position nor would want anyone else to either. There is an extended visa ... Read More
13a visa vs. SRRV visa which is better? by jeffdavfla
I am married to a Phillipina in the USA before coming to the Philippines, I applied and recieved a 13a Permanent visa. I have live here in the Philippines (Davao City) 6 months now and found out about the SRRV visa and not sure if it is worth ...
Dear Oakie, yes i have the extended srrv as well. The annual fee is 500 php. The main differences of the srrv is it is your visa not someone elses. God forbid if you have a 13a visa and your marriage ends you will lose the visa and have to leave ... Read More
SRRV Holders and the steps to return.... by Calif-Native
As most of us SRRV holders have been waiting on clear updates, the path to return is laid out... when you can find it. A Feb 13, 2021 email from PRA states the following: "[i]Dear Retiree-members, Mabuhay! We would like to remind all SRRV ...
Dear James thanks for this info and all who are contributing on this difficult and confusing issue. I have read all the above, sent emails to pra, without a reply. My wife was able to go to the office in Makati to at least to renew my SRRV for a ... Read More
SRRV Holders and the steps to return.... by Calif-Native
As most of us SRRV holders have been waiting on clear updates, the path to return is laid out... when you can find it. A Feb 13, 2021 email from PRA states the following: "[i]Dear Retiree-members, Mabuhay! We would like to remind all SRRV ...
Thanks for the info. I have had a very hard time trying to find out about the exemption papers that are needed for srrv holders. I sent an email to the local consulate in houston texas, called them and not had much help at all. Frustrating. I ... Read More
SRRV holders required PRA registry update. by TeeJay4103
[b]Current SRRV holders[/b] should have received this notice via email today. You have until October 29th to complete and return the form. [b]From the PRA: [/b] [b]Notice to All SRRV Holders [/b] (from PRA MANAGEMENT): "The Philippine Retirement ...
TeeJay. I clicked on the link but only received page not found notice. I wish PRA would have sent me some info on this. Suggestions on how to access the new registration requirements? rainrider9 Read More
Filipina traveling to Costa Rica or Panama by LovingPI
Hi, I am an American citizen living in California. I met this Filipina woman online in 2019 and after chatting online for six months, I traveled to Manila In Nov 2019 to meet her. We have established great chemistry and I am going to try to get her ...
Dear loving pi, in order to have her travel to Panama from the Philippines she will have to have a physical done by a certified dr; the That is chosen by the Panama consulate. There is one in Manila. I can’t speak toCosta Rica. My wife ... Read More
help me with Srrvisa application by lihu1130
hi, I will go to the pra in philippines Manila for my srrvisa application this week, the process will keep 20 work days or above, but I must go back home in China as fast as I can.so who can help me to accelerate the pra's process? I will pay ...
Hire one of the helpers that do this as a business. They can guide you through the entire process. There is no cost to you since the PRA pays their fee. Call PRA and get the list of approved people to help you through the process. Read More
phillhealth insurance for an ex pat by Sunset 84
Magandan umaga, can someone tell me the price of phillhealth insurance ? I have had to see a doctor in Pagadian andn was just 100 and 200 pesos, so very reasonable compared to NZ, 1 to 35 re nzd, main ins would be vehicle accident, or activity ...
Just my 2 cents worth. I am a resident from USA. I have an SSRV visa which is a permanent retirement visa. I have opted to carry Philhealth for myself and family. The cost is minimal, 3750 pesos per quarter, 15000 per year. It will also cover ... Read More
SRRV visa deposit by Jmnemer1
Hello everyone, I am in the process of moving to Philippines. I am applying for SRRV visa. I am 62 retired (disabled)..my question is do I bring a certified check with me for $ 10,000 ? I would like to have Visa approved while I'm here. I ...
Sorry to hear that. I still would send a letter to PRA main o ffice in Manila and complain. It may be hard without a receipt though. rainrider9 Read More
SRRV visa deposit by Jmnemer1
Hello everyone, I am in the process of moving to Philippines. I am applying for SRRV visa. I am 62 retired (disabled)..my question is do I bring a certified check with me for $ 10,000 ? I would like to have Visa approved while I'm here. I ...
How were you forced to pay the recruiter an additional 15000 Php? If that was the case I would go to the PRA office and report this. They would then likely lose the endorsement from PRA. It would seem stupid for them to jeopardize the ... Read More
SRRV visa deposit by Jmnemer1
Hello everyone, I am in the process of moving to Philippines. I am applying for SRRV visa. I am 62 retired (disabled)..my question is do I bring a certified check with me for $ 10,000 ? I would like to have Visa approved while I'm here. I ...
Just a thought from my experience with getting my service. I did not have a return destination nor a throw away ticket. I did extend my visa one time. I did use one of the services recruiters named Mary. They are paid by PRA not you. She was ... Read More
New to the prospect of Marriage to a Filipino woman by Besea
I have meet the wounderful Filipino woman.although we have never meet. We have been talking twice a day for 8 months now..once in the mornings.which is texting..and in the afternoon we video chat. I'm planning to make my first trip at the end ...
I agree with what most have stated. I got married in the Philippines and needed quite a few legal papers done prior. Legal capacity to marry from the us embassy. If you have been married prior you will need an original copy if your divorce ... Read More
Looking for Contractor that has INTEGRITY and HONESTY by Wayne 07
Looking for contractor that has honesty, integrity and person that upholds their word. One that does excellent work with references. Prefer on in Bicol region to do finishing work on my home. Please if you don't meet those qualifications ...
Is there any contractors in Marinduque that you can recommend. My wife has some family there and we are going to visit later this week to see if we like it. If we do we may start looking for lots. Area would be around Santa Cruz. Thanks. ... Read More
Medications Available in the Philippines by mugtech
Planning on spending 6 months on Luzon in a few months, and I would prefer to not have to bring 6 months of medications with me. I take Metformin HCL twice a day for blood sugar levels and Losartan Potassium once a day for blood pressure. What ...
Plateful, I did not find any contraindications from airlines regarding personal prescriptions wih the name, dates, drug dosage and instructions on a properly filled prescription. As a medical professional I have never found any black market for ... Read More
Medications Available in the Philippines by mugtech
Planning on spending 6 months on Luzon in a few months, and I would prefer to not have to bring 6 months of medications with me. I take Metformin HCL twice a day for blood sugar levels and Losartan Potassium once a day for blood pressure. What ...
I would suggest bring a 3 month supply. They will not fill a USA prescription here in the Philippines. However for just the metformin and the losartan, you will not need to see a Pilipino physician. These can be purchased over the counter without ... Read More
The World of Broadband 2016 (Philippines) by Calif-Native
I have noticed a sharp increase in requests for "Broadband" help from my friends here in Tagaytay. One of the remaining challenges is the generational (at times) lack of knowledge on what it takes to get/remain connected to already ...
TJ, just reading the post here regarding cell signal etc. where I live currently in GMA, I have a very poor signal strength. The devices say connected but can't get any thing to come through. I am thinking about a booster to increase the ... Read More
Buying a car in the Philippines by Kenjee
Hi, To be able to move in the Philippines, a lot of expatriates think of buying a car, whether new or second-hand. What are the formalities to buy a vehicle in the Philippines: car registration, insurance, etc.? What are the relevant ...
Wayne 07, I have to disagree with you regarding financing a vehicle in the PI with a Loan from a bank in the US. I asked my credit union about that and they said Nope! Where were you able to get this loan from an American bank or credit union? ... Read More
Property prices in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Finding affordable housing in the Philippines is number one priority for newcomers. Tell us more about the estate market in your district/city/region. What are the most desired places to live? What are the most affordable ones? ...
Tj, did you get my message regarding lots in you subdivision? rainrider9 Read More
Buying a car in the philippines. by Crocken
Hi my names ken I'm from australia. I've been living in Thailand for 14 years but my wife died and the thaI government make it hard to get visa every year they changing rules...so it's time for me to move to philipines. ..I met a lovely ...
Crocken, I too have thought about a vehicle to buy. In fact I did purchase a used owner jeep, from an expat that will be moving back to USA when he can sell his condo. The cost of a car can be high with many problems in a sea faring country i.e. ... Read More
Buying land in Philippines by boriloco
As long as I can remember forigners can't buy land,but recently someone told me a new law has been passed,does anyone have more information about this law and it's details?
Tj, I am replying to your latest entry on buying land. You described your place in Tagatayin your unfinished subdivision. Are there any current lots available? I would like one from 300 to 800 Sam. Even a half hectare would be ok if the price ... Read More
Buying land in Philippines by boriloco
As long as I can remember forigners can't buy land,but recently someone told me a new law has been passed,does anyone have more information about this law and it's details?
teejay, i just thought of one other thing. You mentioned a lease for 50+ years and renewable. I believe that the irrevocable trust signed by my wife and her parents would cover that possiblity. Read More
Buying land in Philippines by boriloco
As long as I can remember forigners can't buy land,but recently someone told me a new law has been passed,does anyone have more information about this law and it's details?
teejay, thanks for your input regarding this matter. One thing that my attorney did recommend (i may not have mentioned) was to have both her parents sign the contract and the addendum regarding the irrevocable trust. that way they are ... Read More
Buying land in Philippines by boriloco
As long as I can remember forigners can't buy land,but recently someone told me a new law has been passed,does anyone have more information about this law and it's details?
You may be right regarding your comment. I was simply trying give the gentleman some possibilities. I as well tried to review and research the legal requirements etc. in fact there were many threads in thus forum regarding separating the title ... Read More
Buying land in Philippines by boriloco
As long as I can remember forigners can't buy land,but recently someone told me a new law has been passed,does anyone have more information about this law and it's details?
Perhaps I did not make this clear, I was referring to a home built on the property. The prior was talking about property and home. It is clear law that you can legally separate the property from the house. You control the house thus the property. ... Read More
Buying land in Philippines by boriloco
As long as I can remember forigners can't buy land,but recently someone told me a new law has been passed,does anyone have more information about this law and it's details?
In reply to this issue, when you purchase the property with your Filipino wife have your attorney add in a clause that (your spouse sign a non revocable agreement) that gives you the control of the property in any way you deem you need to including ... Read More
Info needed about transferring money to buy a house by Howie2016
Good evening/morning everyone: I'm new here on the forum. My wife (a Filipina) and I are looking to buy a house in CDO for my mother-in-law. We have found a couple of houses that we like and we are considering making an offer in the next week ...
I agree to get the money in dollars. The banks rake a big cut if you don't. I just went through that process and it cost me about $80 loss in using the convenience of the peso from the bank. One pays for conveniences any where. I do advise ... 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 ...
Gary, yes thanks for the reply. We all certainly seem to get differing opinions from the gov't. Much like our own. Anyway if our discussion helps anyone else that is what the forum is for. I was able to get mine without any trouble. I do ... 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 ...
Gary, I do beg to differ with your opinion regarding the SRRV for military. I did receive my SRRV visa from the PRA in September 2015. I am not retired from the military but a veteran. I was told they have a new policy regarding allowing vets ... 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 ...
In reference to parts of the Philippines that are dangerous for expats. I agree there are places I may choose to not live due to religious or different philosophical life issues, but I wholeheartedly agree there are many dangerous places in the ... Read More
ID for opening a bank account by phnom-penh-services
I am flying to the Philippines tomorrow and will want to open a bank account there. I have been looking at BDO bank and I will only have my passport and will be staying in a hotel. Will I be able to open a savings account with ATM card with just my ...
I recently came to the Philippines and have tried to open a bank account both at bdo and bpi. Both required a passport and an acr card, otherwise they will not be able to open an account for you. I have done one 59 day extension and will not be ... Read More