pej1111
Australian expat in the Philippines
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About me
Australian
Lives in Davao City, Davao
Registration: 09 September 2015
NBI Hit (National Bureau of Investigation)
I have recently had a "HIT" with NBI when applying for a NBI clearance. Just wondering if any one else had has this occur and how you managed it? No, I have not committed any criminal activities or broken the law in any way. I ... Read More
Rules for travelling. by FindlayMacD
I am wondering if anyone out there can give me some definitive advice about current domestic travel rules here in the Philippines. I need to travel from Cagayan De Oro to Manila for a couple days early next month and I haven't a clue what I need ...
. Medical Clearance / Certificate - Local Barangay - Health center · Travel Pass (Valid for 10 days) - Local Barangay · Police clearance from local Police · Pre-Registration for PAL Domestic Travel ... Read More
TransferWise by Enzyte Bob
I've been using TransferWise for two years now, matter of fact I've had 51 transfers with them . I know some of you other Expats use TransferWise. Usually the money comes within a couple hours, now I checked on my recent transfer and they ...
World remit new web site. DO NOT USE World Remit for regular payments any more. You have to enter the persons (who you used to send regular money to) details each time you want to send them money again. Not just the amount, but the persons full ... Read More
QR Code in Davao by Okieboy
All residents in Davao will have to carry the QR Code starting 23 Nov if you are caught without it you can be jailed, the website you down load it from has big problems with over a million trying to get their code, I tried but no luck, I got a ...
Try this line for the Davao QR code. It is pretty straight forward. https://persons.safe-davao.com/?fbclid=IwAR3oRixkJ5PBTZ0gbQgcvSyeeLzCfnxeGVpQP-amfqZ3j6Dx-6WXafSTEcE Read More
Will Philippines Airlines exist in 2020 by pej1111
Take this post for what it is, speculative. But I am considering if I (travelers) should be trusting Philippine Airlines in long term bookings? I guess the question is will PAL go bankrupt? I ready today that they are losing 300,000PHP a ...
Mine was booked last year BC (Before COVID), to fly in Feb this year, and no refund yet. Probably never. Read More
Will Philippines Airlines exist in 2020 by pej1111
Take this post for what it is, speculative. But I am considering if I (travelers) should be trusting Philippine Airlines in long term bookings? I guess the question is will PAL go bankrupt? I ready today that they are losing 300,000PHP a ...
Don't book with them just at the moment. If they cancel flight after you book and pay, you risk losing your money. Read More
Will Philippines Airlines exist in 2020 by pej1111
Take this post for what it is, speculative. But I am considering if I (travelers) should be trusting Philippine Airlines in long term bookings? I guess the question is will PAL go bankrupt? I ready today that they are losing 300,000PHP a ...
Any one that is holding on and waiting for PAL to give you a refund, i think that you can kiss that good bye. Also be careful booking future flights as they may cancel them and then not have to pay your money back. As you can see from the link ... Read More
Paluwagan Investment Scheme by Cherryann01
Can anybody please explain to me how Paluwagan works. My Filipino girlfriend is in a group who set up an account and for the life of me I can not understand it. She says that each member contributes an agreed amount each month and that money will be ...
Is that 10% interest that is paid monthly or yearly? Sounds like it may be a bit of a pyramid "investment", depending how it is set up. I have attached some links below, also inputted some information about other lending and investment ... Read More
Cost of Living in the Philippines in 2020 by Loïc
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in the Philippines to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to ...
PS i don't live in a large city, nor in the mountains. Read More
Cost of Living in the Philippines in 2020 by Loïc
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in the Philippines to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to ...
I live a nice moderate lifestyle with my wife and her daughter. I drink half a bottle of wine a day and smoke 1 packet of cigarettes a day. We eat steak 2 times a week and have a generally good food. (just like if i was back home) 150,000php per ... Read More
Will Philippines Airlines exist in 2020 by pej1111
Take this post for what it is, speculative. But I am considering if I (travelers) should be trusting Philippine Airlines in long term bookings? I guess the question is will PAL go bankrupt? I ready today that they are losing 300,000PHP a ...
A quick search of PAL led me to Lucio Tan and his holding company LTG Group Inc. Mr. Tan is a billionaire (3.1 Billion USD) and the second richest man in the Philippines. His financial interests are very broad, consult Wikipedia for his history ... Read More
Will Philippines Airlines exist in 2020
Take this post for what it is, speculative. But I am considering if I (travelers) should be trusting Philippine Airlines in long term bookings? I guess the question is will PAL go bankrupt? I ready today that they are losing 300,000PHP a ... Read More
QR Code in Davao by Okieboy
All residents in Davao will have to carry the QR Code starting 23 Nov if you are caught without it you can be jailed, the website you down load it from has big problems with over a million trying to get their code, I tried but no luck, I got a ...
My understanding (I live not far from Davao) is that anyone entering Davao will need to have the Davao QR code, not just the QR code the person may already have for there own city. Where i am we already have a QR code, but have being told that ... Read More
Acceptance of new SRRV visa applications suspended. by TeeJay4103
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I Can see the cost of the SRRV going up. Read More
Advantage / disadvantage between a 13A and a Balikbayan visa by pej1111
Just wondering what is the advantage / disadvantage between a 13A and a Balikbayan visa (on arrival in PHP with wife)? Pro's & Con's etc * Cost? * Benefits? * Administration? * Etc? Would be most appreciative of any input. Just ...
Many thank guy's appreciate the assistance. Read More
Advantage / disadvantage between a 13A and a Balikbayan visa by pej1111
Just wondering what is the advantage / disadvantage between a 13A and a Balikbayan visa (on arrival in PHP with wife)? Pro's & Con's etc * Cost? * Benefits? * Administration? * Etc? Would be most appreciative of any input. Just ...
Any thoughts would be appreciated. Read More
Conversion from Tourist to 13A Visa ( Probatory ) Philippines by Alberto1988
Hi fellas I ve just applied for my 13A visa ( Probatory ) two days ago in BI, Manila. The officers there told us we (me and my filipino wife) dont need to make the interview anymore and i can go straight to make the finger printing for the new ACR ...
Just wondering on the Balik Bayan Visa does an Expat need to pay a fee and get National Police clearance to leave the country?Good question Bob, and I don't know the answer. I am still here on a tourist Visa (long term) for a couple of reasons. ... Read More
Conversion from Tourist to 13A Visa ( Probatory ) Philippines by Alberto1988
Hi fellas I ve just applied for my 13A visa ( Probatory ) two days ago in BI, Manila. The officers there told us we (me and my filipino wife) dont need to make the interview anymore and i can go straight to make the finger printing for the new ACR ...
Try this site as a good starting point: https://immigration.gov.ph/visa-requirements/immigrant-visa/non-quota-visa/conversion-to-non-quota-immigrant-visa-by-marriage Or you may consider Balik Bayan visa If you’re willing to travel in and ... Read More
Advantage / disadvantage between a 13A and a Balikbayan visa
Just wondering what is the advantage / disadvantage between a 13A and a Balikbayan visa (on arrival in PHP with wife)? Pro's & Con's etc * Cost? * Benefits? * Administration? * Etc? Would be most appreciative of any input. Just ... Read More
OVER AGE 70 MEDICAL INSURANCE by NIPA HUT LAMB
Anyone have information about getting an annual medical insurance policy for expats over 70?
I wish you the best of luck with that. I dont think that they dont even offer travel insurance for over 70's Read More
National ID registration by Okieboy
Had an official bring me the registration for national ID , I thought the BOI was going to handle national ID for foreigners, but I guess it is the Barangy, that is where they got my name and address
So any one that is a resident here? Which of course means Filipino or foreigner (Resident) Hmmm yes that just means residents. Which is what i first said. We will leave it there. Read More
National ID registration by Okieboy
Had an official bring me the registration for national ID , I thought the BOI was going to handle national ID for foreigners, but I guess it is the Barangy, that is where they got my name and address
You sure? "The initial reports were very clear. Foreigners were included" that means that any tourist that arrives will have to go through all of that!! Imagine a business man, only in the Philippines for 2 days of work and he would ... Read More
National ID registration by Okieboy
Had an official bring me the registration for national ID , I thought the BOI was going to handle national ID for foreigners, but I guess it is the Barangy, that is where they got my name and address
National ID registration only applies to Residents, is my understanding. Read More
9a - 13a visa advice seeked - thanks by GuestPoster0510
Hello All again. Just a bit of advice if i may to escape the costs of a solicitor! Flying into Manila in a few days. Quarantine is 2 days max until the airport test is returned then a further 14 day home quarantine is required. I will enter on a ...
Try this link: https://immigration.gov.ph/faqs/visa-inquiry/balikbayan-privilege Read More
9a - 13a visa advice seeked - thanks by GuestPoster0510
Hello All again. Just a bit of advice if i may to escape the costs of a solicitor! Flying into Manila in a few days. Quarantine is 2 days max until the airport test is returned then a further 14 day home quarantine is required. I will enter on a ...
Some great information, thanks to all. Just wondering what is the advantage / disadvantage between a 13A and a Balikbayan visa (on arrival in PHP with wife)? Pro's & Con's etc * Cost? * Benefits? * Administration? * Etc? Would ... Read More
Breakfast in The Philippines by Cherryann01
Good day to all you Ex Pats out there, hope you are all healthy and well. Just a quick question for you all living in the Philippines. What do you guys eat for breakfast. Having visited four times and considering retirement in the Philippines I am ...
Cereal, bacon (bad bacon) and eggs, toast, fruit, yogurt all available in most large supermarkets. Read More
Retire to the Philippines?????????? by Nobalut4me
We are a white male and Filipina that have been married for 30 years and have lived in the US nearly all of that time. We are nearing retirement and are SERIOUSLY considering retiring to the Philippines. Iloilo City (her home town), General Luna and ...
A big move for both of you. I take it that you have visited the Philippine's many times and understand the quality of life here. For me as a straight up comparison between Australia and the Philippines: Electrical goods are more expensive ... Read More
Has anyone heard about a rapid Covid test when arriving? by Arcadieus
My girlfriend said something about a covid test with results within four hours. This would be great if implicated before she returns, instead of having her have to quarantine in a hotel and wait for results.
https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/which-test-is-best-for-covid-19-2020081020734 Read More
Campervan in The Philippines. by CamperVan Philippines
Hi all, I'm living in The Philippines and I would like to know if the foreign tourists who come here on holidays may be interested in renting a campervan? What do you think about this idea? Thank you for your advices.
One thought. Car insurance. As we know there are two different types of car insurance, 1 you get with your registration and the other more compressive one is what you purchase and obtain from a private insurance company. From what i have read ... Read More
Who Are Required to File Income Tax Returns in the Philippines? by GuestPoster4106
I am seeking real / true answer from Gurus in Expat.com, please help, thank you in advance. Here's my scenario: I am resident alien in PH (A13). Just start working for a website in my country - website designer / webmaster - 100% digital work. ...
Well written post, I not 100% sure of your question though, as you seemed to have answered it yourself " QUESTION: Who Are Required to File Income Tax Returns? ANSWER: Aliens, whether resident or not, receiving income from sources within the ... Read More
Best way to Convert $80K into PHPs by moonunit0103
Hi, My wife and I have found some acreage that we wish to purchase, and I have the cash in a US Bank. I have used Western Union and TransferWise, but the amount exceeds their maximum. Suggestions? PS: What should I demand, besides the title ...
In regards to transferring any amount of money, say over 100kphp, you will need to be compliant with Anti-Money Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) systems, (the IMF has been very active for over ten years in the AML/CFT ... Read More
Getting Philippines Driving License nowadays? by kindawn
Anyone tried to convert or get a new Philippines driving license since the pandemic started? I heard there were quite a lots of changes compared to last year so just wonder how was your experience, especially in metro manila. I'm planning to get ...
Here is the guts of it, Firstly since the changes last year so. I just spoke to the LTO in the place i live last week, around the 25th of August, 2020. On my license (Australian) and probably most other countries you can drive in the Philippines ... Read More
Teaching English as a source of income by Tariq072283
I enrolled in a tefl course a few days ago to get my certification to teach English internationally online. I have a friend of mine already in Pampanga teaching English and he gave me his view on it but I'm curious from the members in here is ...
The Filipino's are very proud and like to teach English at schools and colleges. The best you good do would be to teach it online to Chinese, etc. Try doing that first from your home country. It will give you a small income, maybe 500php a ... Read More
New Taxes are coming to finance all that stimulus spending! by manwonder
All I have to say is that life in general will to get much tougher/more expensive! :|
I am not sure what your comment is about?? If you are saying a pack of Marlboro, etc. is cheap in the Philippines, then we need to take into account the big picture, not just isolated statements. Let me explain: The average income in Australia is ... Read More
Shrinking Dollar by Enzyte Bob
Today transferring money from my Dollar account in the States to Peso account in the Fil the rate is 48.65. Maybe it's time to move Peso in Fil to Dollar in the states.
One thing to consider in addition to the inflation rate is that the CPI, The BSP target is around 2% to 4%, it has been running at around 2.5% better than the days when it was much higher, so every ones $ should go further. Read More
Shrinking Dollar by Enzyte Bob
Today transferring money from my Dollar account in the States to Peso account in the Fil the rate is 48.65. Maybe it's time to move Peso in Fil to Dollar in the states.
I have always budgeted on 33php to the AUD, it is now running at nearly 35php for one AUD. But not all at once, wait to see if the AUD goes higher :) As Bigearl says swings and merry go rounds. Read More
Shrinking Dollar by Enzyte Bob
Today transferring money from my Dollar account in the States to Peso account in the Fil the rate is 48.65. Maybe it's time to move Peso in Fil to Dollar in the states.
The dollar is not shrinking, it is growing daily, so very happy for us Aust. Read More
Are land, house and rents prices falling ? by Lat61
Due to COVID-19 pandemic, do any of you see prices falling due to lack of income and a falling off of remittance payments.
I must admit i can only "admire" the positivity of the BSP, that there is no bubble in the housing values. Nor the PSEi (Stock market). Given that the stock market has taken a yearly drop of -23%, making it the 3rd worst performing ... Read More
Duterte and Russian Vaccine by Enzyte Bob
President Duterte offered to be the first person to try the Covid 19 vaccine from Russia when available. He said: I am overjoyed because Russia is our friend, they will give us vaccines and did not say anything about payment." Me: This ...
Looks like he missed out. Read More
visitor visa expiring soon, what are my options? by frankanderson
Greetings fellow Expats and Filipino's. So here's my situation, I have been here coming up on 22 months now, unmarried but living with a woman and we have a child together (born in Philippine's). My usual routine is go to a BI ...
Many of the BI are now open. I know in Davao that they take walk in's. Best thing is just look up your BI office on FB and send them a message or go and in and get it done. I am not sure why I just had mine renewed, after overstay due to ... Read More
how to transfer money from the Philippines to Europe? by lou1987
I am in Germany, and broke due to the recession. My savings are tied up in a Philippine peso bank account (BPI) due to a prior visit. How can I transfer them to my German bank? I heard that financial borders have tightened up since 2018. Western ...
Worldremit works Depending on the amount you will send, any financial institution may/ will for large sums, require information such as source of income, purpose of transfer. This is normal practice put in place world wide to stop AML (anti ... Read More
Foreigner and PHP bank accounts by alchemist80
Hi, I am an Australian national and I have a condominium in Cebu that I use on and off for holidays. I would like to rent it out occasionally, but I do not have a bank account that allows PHP deposits. Last time I was in Philippines I went to all ...
Get them to send the rent via, World Remit, or other similar international money transfer agency. Read More
Are land, house and rents prices falling ? by Lat61
Due to COVID-19 pandemic, do any of you see prices falling due to lack of income and a falling off of remittance payments.
They have a strange thing here, if it vacant , or not of a lot of people looking for a unit they put the price up, not down. It happened to me, 3 of 6 apartments were vacant and the owner put our price up. I have spoken to some Filipino friends ... Read More
Economy - Current & Future for the Philippines - COVID. by pej1111
There are many financial considerations some are based out of your home country, some are things here in the Philippines ([i][b]Exchange rates, Interest rates, pension's paid, change in the cost of living, cost of buying a home, investments here ...
Agreed, not sure why. Maybe just running par with the other countries. Eventually the polish will come of the PHP, my guess, but in this world who knows. Read More
Economy - Current & Future for the Philippines - COVID. by pej1111
There are many financial considerations some are based out of your home country, some are things here in the Philippines ([i][b]Exchange rates, Interest rates, pension's paid, change in the cost of living, cost of buying a home, investments here ...
Not looking good for the Philippines. government borrowings are up and the stock market is down, 2nd worst in the Asian markets. https://tradingeconomics.com/stocks Read More
Are land, house and rents prices falling ? by Lat61
Due to COVID-19 pandemic, do any of you see prices falling due to lack of income and a falling off of remittance payments.
Investments are down. the country is borrowing (selling Bonds) the country will hurt financially. Some of the middle class will have to do fire sales and the lower middle class will sell (all generalization's of course). The government is ... Read More
Inheritance of my condominium by alchemist80
Hi, as a soon to be SSRV holder in Philippines, I had a question about what would happen if I die. Having no family or wife in Philippines, would my family back in Australia get to inherit my Condominium in Philippines if i was to die either in ...
It all comes down to where the assets are held. The location of the assets is that primary legal compliance. As the Condo, is in the Philippines you may wish to looking into a will in the Philippines. If you have assets in Australia then you may ... Read More
Filipina gf in Manila wants me to sign birth certificate by Soothesayer
I'm new here and just need some advice. I met a filipina last year I really hit it off with in Manila. I met her on Tinder (yes I know its bad reputation), spent 2 weeks with her and had the best time of my life. Well one thing led to another ...
First thing is if you don't want to have children is to get the "snip" vasectomy, or use a condom, unless you want herpies, UTI, NSI, aids, warts on your private part, etc If the child is yours and you want to support it, then of ... Read More
Family secrets : My Father's Young Fiance by GuestPoster170
An interesting documentary of a 73 year old Canadian and his Filipina fiance of 23 year old in Roxas City Capiz province. The daugther of the Canadian, the journalist of the documentary, is twice the age of the Filipina. She came to the Philippines ...
Stay tuned for the next exciting episode every one. Read More
Punishment of Seniors by AaronAardvark
In AC we just went from ECQ to MECQ. In both cases people over 60 are specifically not allowed to leave their residence, not even to shop. I have no idea what the rules for GCQ will be but I will find out in two weeks. I understand that seniors ...
Do you have a link for that? Where did you here it? My Lolo is flying on the 13th of Jun, flight has been booked, with senior citizen discounts, we had no problems booking that about 10 days ago. Hence the reason i would like to see the link. Read More
BI Open Again by AaronAardvark
The Bureau of Immigration is open again, at least in AC. It was not busy today but that was probably due to no one knowing it was open. There was a "special P500" for expedited service. It was today's special. I was able to get an ...
How is appointment made?Bureau of Immigration - Davao District Office June 2 at 11:48 AM · NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC Please be informed that BI Davao District Office will now be accepting transactions for TOURIST VISA EXTENSIONS, DOWNGRADING OF ... Read More
BI Open Again by AaronAardvark
The Bureau of Immigration is open again, at least in AC. It was not busy today but that was probably due to no one knowing it was open. There was a "special P500" for expedited service. It was today's special. I was able to get an ...
BI is now open in Davao city, an appointment needs to be made. Read More
What's your take riding a motorcycle in the Philippines as an expat? by Jackson4
Now as an older person with more time on my hands and a little more cash in my pocket, this wild man in me wanting to ride a motorcycle in the Philippines to feel the wind in my remaining hair. What's your experience?
Go for it buddy, if that is your wish. We are here to enjoy life, not to wait till we die at an older age. I used to jump out of plans and go rock climbing, the only reason i stopped was the opportunity to do those thing, if i died when i was ... Read More
New Taxes are coming to finance all that stimulus spending! by manwonder
All I have to say is that life in general will to get much tougher/more expensive! :|
LOL currently i do smoke and drink, when i don't, i do triathlon's and fun run's. 1st place in iron man triathlon (team event) last year :) and sub 60min for 10klm fun run's. After COVID i will be off the smokes and back into ... Read More
New Taxes are coming to finance all that stimulus spending! by manwonder
All I have to say is that life in general will to get much tougher/more expensive! :|
Just read yesterday, that to bring some more money back into the economy, after COVID and to help raise a universal health system, the President is looking at raising taxes on Alcohol, Cigarettes, Soda's (Soft drinks for us Aussies), and ... Read More
Foreign husband deportation law by Lat61
If your married in the Philippines you can't get divorced. But if your wife gets tired of you she can call BI and have you deported.
It depends who knows who. It is the Philippines. I recently got married by the local Mayor here. He told us of another foreigner who backed out of the wedding, the Mayor said that he would be speaking to immigration to never allow the foreigner ... Read More
Barangay Card by AaronAardvark
I know that it will vary between Barangays but, in general, what is needed to get a Barangay ID card? Single foreigner renting.
As "FilAmericanMom" said. "Are you asking for info on getting a Barangay Quarantine Pass or a Barangay ID?" Read More
BI Open Again by AaronAardvark
The Bureau of Immigration is open again, at least in AC. It was not busy today but that was probably due to no one knowing it was open. There was a "special P500" for expedited service. It was today's special. I was able to get an ...
As of the 16th of May it is now GCQ. They posted on there FB page BOI Davao District Office on the 16th of May that they are not open for walk in business, they do take phone call's. Read More
BI Open Again by AaronAardvark
The Bureau of Immigration is open again, at least in AC. It was not busy today but that was probably due to no one knowing it was open. There was a "special P500" for expedited service. It was today's special. I was able to get an ...
BI is not yet open in Davao City. Read More
Punishment of Seniors by AaronAardvark
In AC we just went from ECQ to MECQ. In both cases people over 60 are specifically not allowed to leave their residence, not even to shop. I have no idea what the rules for GCQ will be but I will find out in two weeks. I understand that seniors ...
Not just senior's but also those under 21 are not allowed out. Read More
BI Open Again by AaronAardvark
The Bureau of Immigration is open again, at least in AC. It was not busy today but that was probably due to no one knowing it was open. There was a "special P500" for expedited service. It was today's special. I was able to get an ...
GCQ or ECQ extended there? Read More
Economy - Current & Future for the Philippines - COVID. by pej1111
There are many financial considerations some are based out of your home country, some are things here in the Philippines ([i][b]Exchange rates, Interest rates, pension's paid, change in the cost of living, cost of buying a home, investments here ...
Coronavirus 'to impact' BPO revenue, employment forecasts https://www.philstar.com/business/2020/05/14/2014032/coronavirus-to-impact-bpo-revenue-employment-forecasts?fbclid=IwAR1TRriZBdcB9uJ92fKo-r_64TEYqRaa77WVJRESRsg6FhgDSJe8lwSD4Go Read More
How to obtain an ACR-1 card? by Tariq1983
Just wondering whats an ACR-1 card and how do i obtain one?
There are two types of ACR cards, Basically the ICR card can be broken down to two types (There may be more for (e.g. some one that is married, i don't know about that) One is for some one that is here for (I think more than 3 months (I ... Read More
Economy - Current & Future for the Philippines - COVID. by pej1111
There are many financial considerations some are based out of your home country, some are things here in the Philippines ([i][b]Exchange rates, Interest rates, pension's paid, change in the cost of living, cost of buying a home, investments here ...
Office space vacancy rate to double to 10% https://business.mb.com.ph/2020/04/07/office-space-vacancy-rate-to-double-to-10/ Read More
Will property prices go down due to COVID-19 by Lat61
Will there be house and land bargains to be had in the Philippines because of the world wide economic downturn ?
We can only hope that socialism does not raise its ugly head, for me there is already to many government hand outs, to many leaches on society. The home owners to the renter's suck it up. If you don't save for a rainy day, tough. I worked ... Read More
Economy - Current & Future for the Philippines - COVID. by pej1111
There are many financial considerations some are based out of your home country, some are things here in the Philippines ([i][b]Exchange rates, Interest rates, pension's paid, change in the cost of living, cost of buying a home, investments here ...
Fitch downgrades Philippines credit rating "Fitch now projects the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) to contract by one percent this year, the first time since 1998 when the domestic output shrank by 0.5 percent at the height of the ... Read More
Economy - Current & Future for the Philippines - COVID. by pej1111
There are many financial considerations some are based out of your home country, some are things here in the Philippines ([i][b]Exchange rates, Interest rates, pension's paid, change in the cost of living, cost of buying a home, investments here ...
An unprecedented economic challenge: "In the Philippines, the government is projecting flat to negative growth this year. Between the best and worst-case scenarios published by the Philippine Institute of Development Studies or PIDS, we are ... Read More
Economy - Current & Future for the Philippines - COVID.
There are many financial considerations some are based out of your home country, some are things here in the Philippines (Exchange rates, Interest rates, pension's paid, change in the cost of living, cost of buying a home, investments here and ... Read More
Will property prices go down due to COVID-19 by Lat61
Will there be house and land bargains to be had in the Philippines because of the world wide economic downturn ?
Apologies, i did not respond fully to your question. Where will be the places to buy? Every where i would think, you will just need to get in before the rich Filipino's, Chinese and Sth Koreans . Read More
Expat Just Bought House, Young Wife Possible Problem by moonunit0103
Hi, An 64 year old expat from Texas has bought a house down the street from me with his 28 year old wife. Since the GCQ has started, she has not allowed him to travel to the house, where things are being readied to move in. She also is not ...
Not sure what is meant by "she is handling the money". Read More
Will property prices go down due to COVID-19 by Lat61
Will there be house and land bargains to be had in the Philippines because of the world wide economic downturn ?
Yes. Not just in the Philippines but also in other countries (Australia is loosing $4 billion a week) The banks need to maintain equity, i appreciate that the Ph Government has already under COVID decreased the banks debt equity ratio. Without ... Read More
Current Expat Situation because of lockdown in Philippines? by NomadBob123
Hello All, hope your doing well and staying safe. Have tried to find some current updates on travel to the Philippines but nothing with any detail. Is it still on lockdown, any changes to the lockdown in discussion, anything current would be ...
They are saying no international travel until next year. “International travel might not happen this year, pending the travel restrictions of other nations. At this point in time, traveling is but a dream,” she ... Read More
New Taxes are coming to finance all that stimulus spending! by manwonder
All I have to say is that life in general will to get much tougher/more expensive! :|
Taxes by any other name: Petrol (gas), diesel https://www.facebook.com/134752476678442/posts/1762895550530785/ Increase in Phil ... Read More
New Taxes are coming to finance all that stimulus spending! by manwonder
All I have to say is that life in general will to get much tougher/more expensive! :|
Yep it will be tough, considering that many OFW have been brought back to the Philippines with repatriation flights, so zero income, that ones that remain in countries such as the US will also contribute less with the exchange low US to PHP exchange ... Read More
New Taxes are coming to finance all that stimulus spending! by manwonder
All I have to say is that life in general will to get much tougher/more expensive! :|
Yep back to my final point, *** "Over all, i believe the Philippines and other 3rd world countries will either: Slip back 15 years in time" Mate if they print more money here and deflate the PHP, i will be sooooo, very happy. Yep ... Read More
New Taxes are coming to finance all that stimulus spending! by manwonder
All I have to say is that life in general will to get much tougher/more expensive! :|
The answer is simple, print more money, deflate the value of currency. Pay back old hard debt with new soft debt. So all your savings of old, will have less purchasing power.Yep back to my final point, *** "Over all, i believe the ... Read More
New Taxes are coming to finance all that stimulus spending! by manwonder
All I have to say is that life in general will to get much tougher/more expensive! :|
Was only discussing this with my wife last night. I do agree that something will need to be done to recover the lost balance sheet. How they will do this, is the question. As we are aware they have just raised a considerable amount ($2.35 billion ... Read More
Advice Needed: First-time Buying Condo as Rental Investment by bobquinn0801
Hello, I currently am still living in the states but am likely going to retire to the Philippines within the next 2 to 7 years. In the meantime, I am coming to the Philippines once or twice a year for vacation and to learn everything I need to ...
Hi, some points of note first: Taxation on income (includes all income such as wages or earning from a rental property): Taxation on income will be declared in the country that you generate the income from. There is also the consideration of ... Read More
Different ways to finance a house purchase?
Was talking with some friends last night, and we were talking about different way to finance the purchase of a house. I seeking information as to how the following works if i/we don't buy with 100% cash payment: Assume? Buying from the ... Read More
Importance of Virus Testing by Enzyte Bob
The Philippines so far does not have an effective infrastructure for testing for the Corona virus. Also they do not have an easy path for people who want or need to be tested. Only a very small percentage, correct that, only a very, very, very ...
Sadly they will never stop it in the Philippine's, Manila has over 60% of all cases in the Philippnes, and once it really takes off in the slum area's they will never be able to stop it. Island isolation is the best thing that the ... 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 ...
Another month and things will get interesting: Coronavirus response depletes government ... Read More
Boost in Virus Testing. by Enzyte Bob
The economy won't be re-opened till there is mass testing, with only 39,000 tests out of 100 million Filipinos. On another note: Yesterday the price of oil went below zero for a short time. On the May futures market oil is 10.01 USD per barrel. ...
WRONG US Population 333 Million 4,133,316 Test Philippine Population 100 Million 39,000 Test Testing in the US Free Testing in Philippines $100 USD?Which type of COVID 19 test here is $100USD? Read More
New Here. Moving to Philippines soon by Tariq1983
[b]Hey my names Tariq im new to the forum. im 36 planning on moving to the philippines next year.i work as a truck driver and id like to save between 40 and 60K before going over. as far as making money i was thinking of starting an online business ...
Good luck with your move. We all make decision differently. My advice would be to do more research. If you think that you have done all the research you need, then you will know that on savings alone, living as fugal as possible you will be able ... Read More
COVID-19 Where is it leading? by GuestPoster285
Anyone who wants to know how this plays out should read this article We’re not going back to normal: Social distancing is here to stay for much more than a few weeks. It will upend our way of life, in some ways forever. by Gideon ...
Yep not so good in the Philippines. But better than the US and the UK: Increase of infected per day: Philippines: 3.8%, USA: 5.29%, UK: 4.69% Death rate of those infected: Philippines: 6.4%, USA: 5.29%, UK: 13.2% :o Percentage of ... Read More
COVID-19 Where is it leading? by GuestPoster285
Anyone who wants to know how this plays out should read this article We’re not going back to normal: Social distancing is here to stay for much more than a few weeks. It will upend our way of life, in some ways forever. by Gideon ...
If they find a cure to COVID, that will change the face of the world. As we know at present they cannot cure a virus, while it is in the body. If they can cure this they will be able to cure AIDS and any other virus's. That will change the ... Read More
Travel Clarification,Pplease--- by deebee123
I hesitate to ask this question because people will laugh at me, but I'll swallow my pride and continue! According to The International Air Transport Association (IATA): Passengers under the following visa categories are not allowed to enter ...
Only people who are allowed to enter the Philippines: Filipino's and there Foreign Spouse and Children (with documented proof) Accredited foreign government and international organisations Flight ... Read More
COVID-19 Where is it leading? by GuestPoster285
Anyone who wants to know how this plays out should read this article We’re not going back to normal: Social distancing is here to stay for much more than a few weeks. It will upend our way of life, in some ways forever. by Gideon ...
The reason i asked if you, if you knew how many people died from the flu and pneumonia was not to create and argument, it was so all could compare and put a normal response based on variable ranges of the situation of your statement. "In ... Read More
Have you found the new NORM? - All be it, temporary.
With any change it takes some time to adopt to a new situation, a new job, a new house, a new country, etc. until we start living a normal life in the new situation (all be it different to before). That is when we have found acceptance of the new ... Read More
COVID-19 Where is it leading? by GuestPoster285
Anyone who wants to know how this plays out should read this article We’re not going back to normal: Social distancing is here to stay for much more than a few weeks. It will upend our way of life, in some ways forever. by Gideon ...
It is a great question. Can you tell us how many people in the Philippines contracted Flu ? And Pneumonia?Google it and you will find that about 70,000 people die from flu and pneumonia in the Philippines every year. 2016 57,000 ... Read More
PhilHealth sets new rates for virus cases starting April 15 by Tim_L
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) on Tuesday released a new case rate package for patients afflicted with the new coronavirus disease (COVID-19) who will be hospitalized starting April 15. PhilHealth ...
Hope that we all have our insurance, all be it self insurance or travel insurance up to date :) Read More
COVID-19 Where is it leading? by GuestPoster285
Anyone who wants to know how this plays out should read this article We’re not going back to normal: Social distancing is here to stay for much more than a few weeks. It will upend our way of life, in some ways forever. by Gideon ...
It is a great question. Can you tell us how many people in the Philippines contracted Flu ? And Pneumonia? Read More
PAL cancels all international flights by mugtech
Just got a message from Cheapoair telling me the airline made changes to my 4/21/20 flight from Manila to JFK (NYC). Had to have Philippine Airlines tell me by reading a message on their web page that as of 4/6/20 All April international flights ...
Do you have a link to that? I know my flight to Australian City was cancelled. But other friends are saying there flight to an Australian City, scheduled in April, is still go. Read More
COVID-19 Where is it leading? by GuestPoster285
Anyone who wants to know how this plays out should read this article We’re not going back to normal: Social distancing is here to stay for much more than a few weeks. It will upend our way of life, in some ways forever. by Gideon ...
I know that earlier it was ruled out very strongly by member's here (quoting the WHO) that we wear N95 mask's, so i guess members are wearing Tinfoil hats. Read More
COVID-19 Where is it leading? by GuestPoster285
Anyone who wants to know how this plays out should read this article We’re not going back to normal: Social distancing is here to stay for much more than a few weeks. It will upend our way of life, in some ways forever. by Gideon ...
When dealing with figures, i hate to be the bearer of bad news, but the larger the group the more inaccurate the figures are, when i say inaccurate, i mean so by the number it self, as a percentage that figure of inaccuracy remains similar. Does ... Read More
Perhaps a little care is in order by Fred
https://www.forbes.com/sites/alexandrasternlicht/2020/04/02/duterte-threatens-to-shoot-quarantine-violators-in-philippines/amp/ [quote]Topline: With coronavirus cases rising to 2,633 in the Philippines with 96 deaths, President Rodrigo Duterte ...
Very true mate, some people don't like them. My statement was a quote of another member here. Read More
Perhaps a little care is in order by Fred
https://www.forbes.com/sites/alexandrasternlicht/2020/04/02/duterte-threatens-to-shoot-quarantine-violators-in-philippines/amp/ [quote]Topline: With coronavirus cases rising to 2,633 in the Philippines with 96 deaths, President Rodrigo Duterte ...
How does america report, we know that there are many people there living in horrible conditions, and that there is over half a million homeless and defecating on the streets, (if i was to be like you i would say that this figure is probably a lot ... Read More
Perhaps a little care is in order by Fred
https://www.forbes.com/sites/alexandrasternlicht/2020/04/02/duterte-threatens-to-shoot-quarantine-violators-in-philippines/amp/ [quote]Topline: With coronavirus cases rising to 2,633 in the Philippines with 96 deaths, President Rodrigo Duterte ...
Numbers, numbers & more numbers . . . . . .It's just a matter of reporting and having the infrastructure to accurately record it. How does the Philippines report it, a long waxed string between two empty cans of Spam? Or maybe a network ... 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 ...
To answer your questions Loïc, i appreciate that some people have not even read them or are incapable of understanding them and just put down jibberish. Does the current crisis call into question your long-term expatriation project? No - Once ... Read More
Perhaps a little care is in order by Fred
https://www.forbes.com/sites/alexandrasternlicht/2020/04/02/duterte-threatens-to-shoot-quarantine-violators-in-philippines/amp/ [quote]Topline: With coronavirus cases rising to 2,633 in the Philippines with 96 deaths, President Rodrigo Duterte ...
I am sure that we all appreciate that the article is from Forbes. It hardly has one line of the full statement and the bit that it does is taken out of full context. Relax pp's. If you have been following the new's and can speak some ... Read More