ABCDiamond
English expat in Australia
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Registration: 08 December 2010
Apply for a Working Holiday Visa Australia from Cameroon by williamletitobanta
Hello, my name is William and I am Cameroonian. I wonder if it is possible to apply for a Working Holiday Visa Australia from Cameroon, are whether you can help me? If you want you can contact me on whatsapp to this number: *** Thank you ...
@williamletitobanta Working Holiday Visas are only available to citizens and valid passport holders of specific countries. Cameroon is not one of those countries. Read More
Moving to Melbourne. by shaunaimee
My wife and I are looking to move to Melbourne from the U.S. This will be our first time moving out of the country. We are not sure we're to even begin. I have looked at the visas online and I'm not sure which one we would need. Any advise ...
Do you have any employment skills that could get you a permanent visa? It isn't easy to get to Australia other than as a visitor or if you have skills that Australia needs. At the moment, due to COVID, it is even worse, even with ... Read More
Expatriation to Australia: border updates by Cheryl
Hello everyone, in Australia as elsewhere, the current pandemic has changed our way of life but also our mobility, due to the state of borders of nearby countries or countries we wanted to visit. Today we would like to take stock of the ...
What about leaving the territory as an expat resident? Will you be able to easily reach Australia if you leave it temporarily? We need a travel exemption to leave, and then another to return. No guarantee is given that we will be able to return ... Read More
Expatriation to Australia: border updates by Cheryl
Hello everyone, in Australia as elsewhere, the current pandemic has changed our way of life but also our mobility, due to the state of borders of nearby countries or countries we wanted to visit. Today we would like to take stock of the ...
Do you have some visibility about the future of borders in your country of expatriation, in the longer or shorter term? Western Australia opened its internal borders, to other States in Australia, on Saturday, (after being closed for 222 days) but ... Read More
Expatriation to Australia: border updates by Cheryl
Hello everyone, in Australia as elsewhere, the current pandemic has changed our way of life but also our mobility, due to the state of borders of nearby countries or countries we wanted to visit. Today we would like to take stock of the ...
Is the country currently accessible to newcomers? It is to some but not many. The current caps on overseas arrivals into Australia are about 5,825 passengers per week. The PM has recently said that the priority is to get Australian citizens back ... Read More
Telemedicine in Australia
I've just been set up to use it for the first time. The hospital sent me a link to click on at the time of my appointment, and I will then be on a video call with the doctor. It seems straight forward enough. All appointments recently have ... Read More
Taking National Insurance Pension Contributions back to Australia
This tool helps you apply for a refund on your National Insurance contributions from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). https://www.gov.uk/claim-national-insurance-refund If you are a UK non resident who pays national insurance you could be eligible to ... Read More
legal agent from USA to migrate in Aussie
The Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority MARA has a list of authorised agents. Many people use one in Australia, and communicate by Email or Skype, no matter what country they are in. In my opinion it is vital to use one that does ... Read More
Online shopping in Australia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Shopping online can be far more convenient and offer greater choice than going into shops, be it grocery shopping or retail. Are there options for online shopping in Australia? Which sites or apps do you use most frequently ...
If you buy things online from overseas, and they cost, or are valued at, over $1,000 it is worth reading ... Read More
Temporary move to Australia
You need a permanent address for them to send the card to. I have heard of people that did this, but never received the card in the post. After returning to Australia later, they ended up having to apply again. I would wait till you settle here. Read More
Australia Visit visa applied online
75% of subclass 600 "Tourist Stream" visas are done in 14 days 15% of then are done between 15 days and 27 days 10% take 28 days or longer. 75% of subclass 600 "Family Sponsored Stream" visas are done in 40 days 15% of then are ... Read More
Visitor visa (subclass 600) itinerary requirement? by easy.eagle
Hi everyone, I am new to this site and nice to talk to you :). On to my story, I met a friend and she wanted to go to Sydney with me. She holds correct Australia visitor visa, and normally she would go to Australia with a return flight. But this ...
It might depend on what country you are flying from. Some countries insist you have a return flight before allowing you to board the plane. If you can fly with a one way ticket, then, on arrival in Australia, the situation will be evaluated by ... Read More
Paying bills in Australia
Many bills can be paid by automatic debit. The supplier tells you how much the bill is and when they will debit your bank account. That is the easy way. Other than that, we use online banking, key in the suppliers code and the bill reference ... Read More
Traffic in Australia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Which city or area do you live in in Australia, and how do you find the traffic? How long does it take to commute to work or run errands? Is there a rush hour in your city? What times of the day would you recommend people to ...
I live in the Lockyer Valley, in Queensland. It takes about 20 minutes to do the regular 22km trip. Or about 15 minutes if I drive at the speed limits, (mostly 100kph). Rush hour is around 9am and 3pm, schools times, for about 10 minutes, but ... Read More
Bringing partner to Australia by TNCSEVEN
Hi my good friend is an Australian citizen and she met a guy from Philippines. They have been dating for 3 years now and her bf came to Australia for 3 months holiday only as a tourist visa. She told me that they got engage during her stay in ...
PR will take a minimum of 3 years on a Partner Visa. For a Partner Visa, you normally need to show 12 months relationship after dating, normally after engagement. Your best option may be the PMV 300 visa, and apply for a visitor visa while waiting ... Read More
Is english test mandatory for spouse to get additional 5 points? by sidharth_arora
Hi everyone, Me and my spouse are working in Australia since past 13 months on Visa 457. I am planning to apply for 190 visa, Business Analyst category ICT 261111. I have already accumulated 60 points + 5 points for state nomination and hence 65 in ...
Work Experience gives nothing towards any English language requirements. I know people who have been working in Australia for 2+ years and are currently just starting on a basic English course. They will need this for Citizenship one day. Not all ... Read More
Cost of living in Australia - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Australia, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices ...
It really pays to shop around if you can. I saw Red Seedless Australian Grapes, for $4.90 kg at the supermarket, but exactly the same for $1.99 kg at the local fruit market. However, that same supermarket had Whole Beef Rump on special at $8.00 p ... Read More
Cost of living in Australia - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Australia, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices ...
I just did some shopping at the butcher 4 kg Chicken Breast Fillets at $6.99 p kg 3 kg Chicken Maryland at $1.99 p kg 3 kg Chicken Drumsticks at $1.99 p kg 3 Kg Turkey Legs at $1.99 p kg 4kg T-Bone Steaks at $11.99 p kg 5kg Whole Beef Rump at ... Read More
Cost of living in Australia - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Australia, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices ...
Lockyer Valley, QLD > How much does it cost to rent an apartment/house in Australia? 4 Bed 2 bath House $300pw > What is your monthly grocery budget? $600 for 2 people > How much does it cost to see a physician/doctor/specialist in ... Read More
Advise on accommodation in Manila by strekoza
Hi everyone! Probably will be moving to Manila in march 2016 , for st least 1 year.Please advise on the best type of house or apartment in Manila.Prefer 2-3 bedroom, very safe area ,good security and the most important pets friendly, with the park ...
We get it. You're selling Australian properties on your site, posting the best pictures online, and then picking the worst pictures of Philippine properties to discourage people from living here, and instead encourage them move in to the ... Read More
Best cities to live in the Philippines by Julien
Hi, Its not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to the Philippines. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost ...
Going out every night for me was a bit too expensive. I liked Western food, and 2,000 was often a closer figure for a good restaurant, for two. It is still cheaper than Australia, but not massively cheaper. We did occasionally get the 150 pesos ... Read More
Best cities to live in the Philippines by Julien
Hi, Its not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to the Philippines. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost ...
I am a retiree, but I hated the provinces. City living is much better (in my preference). However, as you say: it all depends upon the preference of the "Individual" expat. Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
That's the important bit. Read all the negatives so people do know the reality. Some people don't want others saying the negatives, but they need to be emphasised, otherwise no one will know. If the negatives are hidden, people will ... Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
A foreigner can own a condo in a block that is at least 60% owned by Filipinos. Your constitution states that we can't buy land. Read More
Advise on accommodation in Manila by strekoza
Hi everyone! Probably will be moving to Manila in march 2016 , for st least 1 year.Please advise on the best type of house or apartment in Manila.Prefer 2-3 bedroom, very safe area ,good security and the most important pets friendly, with the park ...
Foreigners can't buy a house in their own name, and with the numbers of relationship breakups over time, that means the Filipino gets the house, nullifying your statement "You can be sure money back after you decided to move ... Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
This is more to do with the Philippine law. The Philippine law states that a Foreigner normally cannot buy land. Therefore if a couple break up, and land was purchased, it is in the Filipinos name. If they break up in a friendly way, the Filipino ... Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
I disagree with people too. Who do you disagree with and why ? Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
Ending a marriage is very different to just breaking up with a girlfriend. Breaking up with a girlfriend in the Philippines, she gets the house. Breaking up with a girlfriend in most other countries is very different, and often she may get nothing. ... Read More
Big Move 2017/ 2018 by supercad55
Retired American here planning to move with the wife who is from Manilla and our daughter who will be 1 in 2017 when we move. We are not set on the Philippines but it's in our top 4 with Panama, Costa Rica and Thailand. We do not want to be in ...
You are right, and if you choose an area out of the city it can be very close in cost comparison to the Philippines, for the same lifestyle. Over 2 years in the Philippines and I averaged about 90,000 pesos per month cost. Back in Australia, but ... Read More
Big Move 2017/ 2018 by supercad55
Retired American here planning to move with the wife who is from Manilla and our daughter who will be 1 in 2017 when we move. We are not set on the Philippines but it's in our top 4 with Panama, Costa Rica and Thailand. We do not want to be in ...
Only if you earn a lot of money ;) Annual Income $18,200 = no tax Annual Income $37,000 = $3,572 tax = 9.65% Annual Income $80,000 = $17,547 tax = 21.93% Read More
Big Move 2017/ 2018 by supercad55
Retired American here planning to move with the wife who is from Manilla and our daughter who will be 1 in 2017 when we move. We are not set on the Philippines but it's in our top 4 with Panama, Costa Rica and Thailand. We do not want to be in ...
You retired at 28 ? Not bad :) Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
In Australia the girlfriend only normally gets about half the house, if anything, but in the Philippines they normally get to keep it all, as it's in their name. I didn't realise it was the same in the US. Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
American women take 100% of the property you have? That's bad... Read More
Filipinas who develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner by GuestPoster254
I'm really annoyed at how some Filipinas develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner. They become aloof, arrogant, whiny, complaining "female dogs," which they weren't before they got married. My parents had such a tenant who complained on ...
Your really simple blanket statement can often be very wrong. But that does sound like my ex wife, always blame someone else for everything, never take responsibility. Filipinas are never wrong. Maybe some foreigners should take the attitude of ... Read More
Where do Aussie Expats like to live in Phillipines? by rjw
Hi, I am considering moving to Philippines and just wondering is any particular City or Island more attractive to Aussies than others. I am not really where I want to base myself. Any helpful advice is appreciated.
It seems to be mainly Koreans and Americans, but a good number of Aussies too, but dwindling I think. I ended up there for a while after visiting a friend. I realised I didn't fit in when I visited a bar that had great music, and I actually ... Read More
Air tickets to Philippines by rogerjsy
Hi guys/girls I'm married to a filipina and have just returned from bohol to the uk after being there for 3 months,I originally went to Philippines on a one way ticket, and a "dummy" onward ticket to Hong Kong which was the ...
That's the difference between the laws and reality. Not once have I been asked to show a return ticket on arrival in the Philippines. But always asked at the Airport when leaving Australia, and once refused permission to board the plane if ... Read More
Staying illegal In the Philippines. by Panth
I know of a American guy no names, Who as over stayed for 8 months now. This the way it went He and is Pinay Girlfriend/ partner bought tickets to fly to america, Went to Manila airport "No exit visa" So they could not fly out. They went ...
With the ACR-i card, which is valid for one year, they still need to pay for all normal visas renewals too. One thing that I found was that you can only renew an ACR-i card when you renew a Visa. That can be awkward for those holding a 6 month ... Read More
Filipinas who develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner by GuestPoster254
I'm really annoyed at how some Filipinas develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner. They become aloof, arrogant, whiny, complaining "female dogs," which they weren't before they got married. My parents had such a tenant who complained on ...
My ex-wife also complained about them, when she first came to Australia. By the time we divorced, she was one of them.. My Fiancee now, also complains about them.... I hope the future is different this time... Read More
Moving balikbayan list by Flatpik
I'm a single 68 year old man moving to the Subic area in July. I know bringing the least amount of junk with me is wise, but that said, I see no reason not to ship some good stuff I might want and which might be hard to find here. So here's ...
Just a couple of things: Tabasco and Deodorant.... both easy to find in the Philippines, although maybe higher priced. Definitely bring a good electric razor though, I spent ages looking for a good one at the right price, didn't get one till I ... Read More
Business for foreigners by ansmn1974
Hi, I am asking about business for foreigners in Manila. i came across sites that all agree that foreigners are not allowed to own more than 40% of any business. This is Ok for me but is it safe that my partner owns 60%? In other words, what does ...
You could, for example, have 60 Filipino partners each with 1%, and you have 40%. It appears that the majority (60%+) has to be in Philippine hands. Read More
Where do Aussie Expats like to live in Phillipines? by rjw
Hi, I am considering moving to Philippines and just wondering is any particular City or Island more attractive to Aussies than others. I am not really where I want to base myself. Any helpful advice is appreciated.
Have things changed since this report: June 29, 2014 7:41pm Australia on Sunday advised its nationals on the heightened security in Davao City, while advising them against traveling to parts of Mindanao because of a "very high threat" of ... Read More
Philippine Visa Requirements by Mr.Darren
Hello all My name is Darren and i am planning on going to the Philippines at the end of may. I am planning on meeting a few friends i have met online. I have wanted to go to the Philippines since a very young age. I have my own online business and ...
I had a quick look at the fhi365 website... Not sure how much help it gives.... It's almost all Chinese to me ... Read More
Where do Aussie Expats like to live in Phillipines? by rjw
Hi, I am considering moving to Philippines and just wondering is any particular City or Island more attractive to Aussies than others. I am not really where I want to base myself. Any helpful advice is appreciated.
Based on the Southern Cross and and the Southern Cross shuttle bus going between Manila, Angeles and Subic, on a daily basis, I guess you will find them pretty common in those areas. But how hidden are they ? Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
I also know of someone (via a friend of his G/f) who is being taken in the same way, and I tried to tell him, but got told to mind my own business too. I feel sorry for the guy. He gets told all these stories to get more money out of him, and he ... Read More
Why is it so NOISY in the Philippines??
I've just moved to a more rural part of Australia where people talk to each other, and kids are in the street playing. Life is being lived the way it always was. But Australian City life is so different, maybe similar to Philippine City life ... Read More
termination while during vacation, what are my options? by sonny0530
Hi to all, I wrote to ask for a legal advice and suggestion regarding my current situation. I am Sonny from Pasay City Philippines working as Operation Analyst at Hotel in Riyadh finishing contract last Dec 16, 2015. Dec 3,2015 my company gave a ...
According to a spokesperson from Human Rights Watch, Saudi Arabian law does not provide strong legal protection for migrant workers. You are at the mercy of the Saudi system. Read More
My expat husband is facing a legal problem by annaganda
Good day to all,This is about my husband who is a swiss national who just moved with me in the Phils. Last Christmas,our neighbor had a party and started playing the videoke at 2pm in the afternoon until 4am the next day.. aside fm the loud ...
In my time in the Philippines I heard the N word a lot, but, when trying to correct people, the constant answer was that they knew nothing of the use of the word as being overly offensive. Its a term for a Black person derived from the ... Read More
Advise on accommodation in Manila by strekoza
Hi everyone! Probably will be moving to Manila in march 2016 , for st least 1 year.Please advise on the best type of house or apartment in Manila.Prefer 2-3 bedroom, very safe area ,good security and the most important pets friendly, with the park ...
What size is the average sized house in Ayala Alabang ? I've seen adverts like this Lot Area 756 SQM Floor Area 400 SQM at 60m pesos ($1.8 million) which is twice the Sydney average price. Similar land size, although larger house, almost ... Read More
Hello. New resident living in Davao. by jefffer
Hi, I'm the only American expat here on this website in Davao. Would like to meet other members to make new friends and learn more about the city we live in. I spent the last 4 years vacationing to other cities and islands in the Philippines ...
It WAS listed at number 4 out of 349, in 2013, but it is now shown at position 56 out of 443 in 2015, after Makati. Makati, Philippines Rank: 39 out of 443. Crime Index: 22.08 Safety Index: 77.92 Davao, Philippines Rank: 56 out of 443. ... Read More
part time job
You posted this in the England forum last month: hi, i have a plan to study in university of salford and i don't know much about manchester i wanna ask few questions. can i ask?Have you got firm plans, or visa, for either country yet ? Read More
Australia Cat Import Permit Question by qwerty21
Hi, I would like to import a cat to Australia and actually immediately after that travel to Fiji. My question focuses on Australia though. I am planning to apply for the Australia import permit for a cat. But then there's blank space for ...
Bypassing rules in Australia is never a wise idea. However, your Finnish pet transporter may have links with an Australian one, and might be able to help with this. I would discuss that with them first. The pet transporters can often help with ... Read More
Visa to USA, permanent residence Philippines, dual citizenship by richierich359
I am American Citizen living in the Cebu area. Will be picking up my ACR card next week. I have recently married a Filipina - civil ceremony and would like to now do several things. 1. Bring her to the states just to visit for a couple of months and ...
Many Filipinos hold dual citizenship. However a foreigner appears to need to renounce his/her citizenship to become Filipino. Filipino by naturalization which is the judicial act of adopting a foreigner and clothing him with the privileges of a ... Read More
Advise on accommodation in Manila by strekoza
Hi everyone! Probably will be moving to Manila in march 2016 , for st least 1 year.Please advise on the best type of house or apartment in Manila.Prefer 2-3 bedroom, very safe area ,good security and the most important pets friendly, with the park ...
What he quoted were rents for large mansion-style houses at expensive subdivisions / gate communities like Ayala Alabang. These are fully furnished with elegant furnishings and detailings. At some, there's a pool. I've taken part in a ... Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
Many people will have one question to that..... ie: How ? This applies to all nationalities, but some more than others. Read More
Extended families in the Philippines by Peter Clark
When you marry a Filipino you marry the family they say and for much of the time it is true. Family members will at times be overseas workers and generate money for the family in the Philippines. A foreigner in the family will be expected to help ...
That's the situation that my fiance is in, but the family are making it really hard for her. They wont believe that she has fallen for someone who has very little income, and is only interested in himself and his partner (ie: her) The end ... Read More
PLDT & what appears to be INTENTIONAL broadband choking activity by Calif-Native
This is both a "Mega vent" and what I hope to be a informational rant. It has been over a year since I have had PLDT 5-Mbps service (or being billed for it w/o receiving it). The first thing I want to try to do is put this rant in more ...
Higher is available at a price: Here is one suppliers current prices: Unlimited NBN plans 12 mbps $60 pm 25 mbps $70 pm 100 mbps $110 pm Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
Wiser, Yes :) Sadder, That depends how you look at it, but I've been fortunate. I never got caught financially, even when putting assets in a Filipinas name. It was in Australia, so perfectly safe with marriage (and defacto) laws there. I ... Read More
Internet in the Philippines by sirrobcentral
I've noticed in several threads people are inquiring about internet speed and providers. I'm no expert on the matter, but I use the internet daily. I don't have any complaints about it. It seems as though there are experts out there. ...
Hey Australia, why only 4 mbs.? It should be better than that. You're not like the Philippines. I plan on retiring there in less than 2 years. I hope by then technology catches up to the 21st century.I pay for 24Mbps in Australia, but, just like ... Read More
Internet in the Philippines by sirrobcentral
I've noticed in several threads people are inquiring about internet speed and providers. I'm no expert on the matter, but I use the internet daily. I don't have any complaints about it. It seems as though there are experts out there. ...
You are right, I was thinking more of Luzon, but I did say average wage. (Obviously excludes any non wage earners) Looking at just Manila... Average Monthly Salary in Manila This is a guide to Various average Salaries quoted on the Internet in ... Read More
Internet in the Philippines by sirrobcentral
I've noticed in several threads people are inquiring about internet speed and providers. I'm no expert on the matter, but I use the internet daily. I don't have any complaints about it. It seems as though there are experts out there. ...
The big deal about speed would not be a big deal if everyone had your speeds. Yours are one of the fastest in the Philippines, in the top 8%. (as shown in earlier comments) The rest have to make do with slow speeds, and that is why it is a big ... Read More
looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
You can buy a lease on a property with no problem. But that's a lease, not freehold ownership. Some properties (freehold land) do get sold, especially in rural areas, to naive foreigners, but if it goes to court the constitution is brought in ... Read More
PLDT & what appears to be INTENTIONAL broadband choking activity by Calif-Native
This is both a "Mega vent" and what I hope to be a informational rant. It has been over a year since I have had PLDT 5-Mbps service (or being billed for it w/o receiving it). The first thing I want to try to do is put this rant in more ...
You mentioned earlier that you do not feel you are above the top 97 percentile. I think you may well be in this subject. I've been involved with computers since the 70's and many have considered me an expert, even though I feel I am ... Read More
looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
You do not need to be married to a Filipina to buy land for them. A foreigner can buy land for anyone they wish. Married to them or not. But whether married or not, the land will be owned by the Filipina, not by the foreigner. This part is ... Read More
Philippine Visa Requirements by Mr.Darren
Hello all My name is Darren and i am planning on going to the Philippines at the end of may. I am planning on meeting a few friends i have met online. I have wanted to go to the Philippines since a very young age. I have my own online business and ...
That is not really accurate is it. Even being married to a Filipina, a Foreigner still cannot own the land. The Filipina will own it, not the foreigner, and on separation the Filipina would keep it. This needs highlighting so people don't ... Read More
PLDT & what appears to be INTENTIONAL broadband choking activity by Calif-Native
This is both a "Mega vent" and what I hope to be a informational rant. It has been over a year since I have had PLDT 5-Mbps service (or being billed for it w/o receiving it). The first thing I want to try to do is put this rant in more ...
How fast is the internet in the Bay Area ? Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
What did your girlfriend or girlfriends do to you to make you say this? It really hurts when you so generalize about Filipino women. < ...snip....> Someone said: "Its about time we as men stood up to this blatant robbery !!" Well, I ... Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
If you are in relationship you can, even when not married. Court settlements look at the relationship, married or defacto etc. ie: Living together is all that is needed. The Philippines is different. Many non married couples end up splitting ... Read More
study English Grammar in Australia by sara noman
Hi I really need to know how to start I'd like to study English Grammer at an Australian university Which is the most economical and cheappest costed university ????
General English (GE) is for students who want to improve their general English language proficiency for employment, higher education or travel purposes. 2016 enrolment AU$200 one-off enrolment fee, plus AU$390 per week tuition ... Read More
Application for temporary visa by samafin
I am Afintinni Samuel, HND civil engineering graduate, single. Wish to to apply for temporary visa to allow me to work in Australia.
Student Visas allow people to work part time during term time. But you need to be able to prove that you can afford the Study Fees and living expenses. In 2012 this was $18,610 per year plus the course fees. http://www.border.gov.au/Trav/Stud 457 ... Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
There is absolutely no problem with doing that in some of our countries, as a divorce court or family court settlement order will still divide up the property, even if it is only in one partners name. However, Philippine law is different, and that ... Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
In the West the law is equal, and that really messed up my ex who expected everything in the divorce, but got under half. ;) And a Filipina who loses can get very angry.... But that's another story ;) Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
USAMichael I'm not sure if I agree or disagree with some of your comments. The one thing I have is experience, having married my Filipina ex-wife in 1990, but having looked around again after that ended in 2011. All I can say is some men are ... Read More
Getting married in the Philippines Australian Man to Filipina - Legal by pej1111
Getting married in the Philippines Australian Man to Filipina - Legal Just wondering if someone can help me on a couple of points around an Australian Man getting married to Filipina? And remaining to live in the Philippines. I have heard a ...
Legal firms quote: "a landholding company is limited to 40% alien participation" This ties into the constitution laws the same as condos. You could do that for the land and then own the house, but in reality is it worth it? In the ... Read More
Getting married in the Philippines Australian Man to Filipina - Legal by pej1111
Getting married in the Philippines Australian Man to Filipina - Legal Just wondering if someone can help me on a couple of points around an Australian Man getting married to Filipina? And remaining to live in the Philippines. I have heard a ...
I definitely agree with that. However, the Philippines constitution does state that a foreign individual is unable to own any part of land in the Philippines. And until i saw something that overrides that, I would tend to work with that ... Read More
I want to know if it is very difficult to settle there by Adilene Mendez
HI, I´m Mexican, I am an english teacher and i really want to move there soon! Is life expensive, could I find a job as a teacher? Is it difficult to get a Visa, are people racist, I have sooooo many questions and doubts.
Very difficult to recommend as we all have different needs. I would say Brisbane is better than Sydney, as I like Brisbane but didn't really like Sydney. However I was in Western Sydney, compared to near the water in the Brisbane area. The ... Read More
I moved to Puerto Princesa, Palawan by Ray61
I moved in November 2015 in Puerto Princesa, Palawan. Before, I was living in Agoo, La Union (Philippines). I don't know how many of you are living in Palawan but I have to say, that's the best decision of my life. I'm very used to live ...
For the benefit of others (as I had to look it up to see what the actual costs were): 1000 euros = 52,000 pesos. Cost of living without entertainments or excursions 260 euros = 13,500 pesos. rent 70 euros = 3,650 pesos. Day out with lunch. I am ... Read More
Philippine Visa Requirements by Mr.Darren
Hello all My name is Darren and i am planning on going to the Philippines at the end of may. I am planning on meeting a few friends i have met online. I have wanted to go to the Philippines since a very young age. I have my own online business and ...
Mine never were :) 3 to 4 months on the last one. But Philippines immigration never looked anyway. Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
When a foreigner buys property in the Philippines he is not buying it for himself, he is giving the girl and her family a present. It's that simple. Read More
looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
To confirm: A foreign individual can buy a condo. ie: A unit but not the land. A foreign individual cannot buy land. A foreign individual can inherit land from his Filipino spouse (after death), but cannot on-sell to another ... Read More
PLDT & what appears to be INTENTIONAL broadband choking activity by Calif-Native
This is both a "Mega vent" and what I hope to be a informational rant. It has been over a year since I have had PLDT 5-Mbps service (or being billed for it w/o receiving it). The first thing I want to try to do is put this rant in more ...
"unlimited amount of data traffic" really means Unlimited at the best speed we can give you up to a reasonable amount, then we trim it down to 8kbps (or thereabouts). The Globe unlimited internet was always unlimited up to 800mb per day. ... Read More
Philippine Visa Requirements by Mr.Darren
Hello all My name is Darren and i am planning on going to the Philippines at the end of may. I am planning on meeting a few friends i have met online. I have wanted to go to the Philippines since a very young age. I have my own online business and ...
The old rate was 3,030 peso each two months, so about £22 per month or 30 Euro or $44 (at 8/12/2015 FX rates) However, the new published rate seem to be about 50% higher, at PHP 4,400.00 for ONE month and PHP 4,900.00 for TWO months. The ... Read More
Philippine Visa Requirements by Mr.Darren
Hello all My name is Darren and i am planning on going to the Philippines at the end of may. I am planning on meeting a few friends i have met online. I have wanted to go to the Philippines since a very young age. I have my own online business and ...
when you arrive in Manila, you have to present either a return air ticket or what is known as a throwaway ticket, indicating that you will fly out of the country before the first 29 days you are granted to stay in the country.I've flown into ... Read More
PLDT & what appears to be INTENTIONAL broadband choking activity by Calif-Native
This is both a "Mega vent" and what I hope to be a informational rant. It has been over a year since I have had PLDT 5-Mbps service (or being billed for it w/o receiving it). The first thing I want to try to do is put this rant in more ...
If you are getting more than 12kbps, (kilobytes, not megabytes) then suing anyone is probably a waste of time. Example of small print from the providers (and this is not only Philippines): Minimum speeds of 12-48kbps may be reached at 80% ... Read More
Getting married in the Philippines Australian Man to Filipina - Legal by pej1111
Getting married in the Philippines Australian Man to Filipina - Legal Just wondering if someone can help me on a couple of points around an Australian Man getting married to Filipina? And remaining to live in the Philippines. I have heard a ...
This part is interesting, but I would like to know where it says this in law. The constitution appears to specifically say otherwise, in that only a Filipino can own land. This would make the figure 100%, not 51%. Read More
Philippine Visa Requirements by Mr.Darren
Hello all My name is Darren and i am planning on going to the Philippines at the end of may. I am planning on meeting a few friends i have met online. I have wanted to go to the Philippines since a very young age. I have my own online business and ...
The Philippine government sites are pretty useless for a lot of info. Not updated often, and conflicting information at times. And you have to worry when some Philippine Government Departments use weebly to host a free government site... Read More
after annulment by billy-sha
:) hi good afternoon...hopefully iam getting the finality of my annulment this week and planning to get married again with an American asap... my question is.. since iam from Philippines what are the things that I need to do after getting my ...
Hmm, no one reads... i just want to ask po kung sa lawyer po ang mag papa register sa civil registry at nso magkakano ang charges? or magkano binayaran mo?kami nmn nagbayad ng 200k 6 months processing sbi ng lawyer nmin pero lumabas ang decision ... Read More
looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
That's 660,000 pesos in my money ;) But remember, only Filipino citizens can buy land... Read More
looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
That does sound a better way.. This one I did look at and googled the number, someone wanting a job as a baby sitter or a house keeper, but appearing to want to sell land to someone who isn't allowed to buy land, as a side line.. U can trust ... Read More
Philippine Visa Requirements by Mr.Darren
Hello all My name is Darren and i am planning on going to the Philippines at the end of may. I am planning on meeting a few friends i have met online. I have wanted to go to the Philippines since a very young age. I have my own online business and ...
Darren. I tried to send a message to you the other day, but you had messaging disabled. I thought it was the update that was stopping all messages, but it seems yours is still off. Click on your profile picture top right of page, then click on ... Read More
looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
And remember a foreigner CANNOT own land in his/her own name. Many people will try to sell land to them, some people will even pay for the land. But it will not be theirs. And they can so easily lose their money in these scams. Read More
Philippine Visa Requirements by Mr.Darren
Hello all My name is Darren and i am planning on going to the Philippines at the end of may. I am planning on meeting a few friends i have met online. I have wanted to go to the Philippines since a very young age. I have my own online business and ...
Everything I am seeing seems to say only below 15 needs that waiver form, including the Philippine Immigration Act. I emailed the Philippine consulate in Ireland about relevant ages. Their reply included For applicants below 15 years of age and ... Read More
Philippine Visa Requirements by Mr.Darren
Hello all My name is Darren and i am planning on going to the Philippines at the end of may. I am planning on meeting a few friends i have met online. I have wanted to go to the Philippines since a very young age. I have my own online business and ...
Asking in the Philippines may get confusing as the law for a Filipino child travelling is 18. But Section 29(a) (12) of the Philippine Immigration Act talks about the age of 15 for Unaccompanied Non-Filipino Children. The Irish based Philippine ... Read More
Philippine Visa Requirements by Mr.Darren
Hello all My name is Darren and i am planning on going to the Philippines at the end of may. I am planning on meeting a few friends i have met online. I have wanted to go to the Philippines since a very young age. I have my own online business and ...
Yes. I was mentioning that 15 is the age that the Philippine Immigration seems to say a minor needs more than just a visa, eg: the Waiver of Exclusion, as mentioned. Therefore 16+ appears to be OK. Read More
looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
This is a subject that needs continual discussions so that old and new readers are fully aware of the potential pitfalls, and don't just trust 'anyone' that says trust me. Read More
Philippine Visa Requirements by Mr.Darren
Hello all My name is Darren and i am planning on going to the Philippines at the end of may. I am planning on meeting a few friends i have met online. I have wanted to go to the Philippines since a very young age. I have my own online business and ...
He is 17, not 15. Waiver of Exclusion Ground (WEG) For foreign minor children traveling to the Philippines Foreign minor children who are less than 15 years old and are travelling to the Philippines unaccompanied by parent/s are required to apply ... Read More
looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
The problem is the trusting of a partner and their parents / family. People (locals) who KNOW the rules etc and will do everything for us... If trust is given, it is all too often taken advantage of by some. You see how many Filipinos say ... Read More
looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
A foreigner cannot buy land in his own name in the Philippines. Are you a real estate expert ? Read More
Philippine Visa Requirements by Mr.Darren
Hello all My name is Darren and i am planning on going to the Philippines at the end of may. I am planning on meeting a few friends i have met online. I have wanted to go to the Philippines since a very young age. I have my own online business and ...
You need to get a ticket before the Visa? That's unusual. For Visas to Australia the immigration site say NEVER book a ticket before getting the Visa. But, that is the Philippines ;) Never what we might expect. Have you emailed the ... Read More
looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
That sounds about normal, unfortunately. I guess i will wait till i find somebody i can trust...Hmmm... Can we ever actually trust anyone ? Read More
Philippine Visa Requirements by Mr.Darren
Hello all My name is Darren and i am planning on going to the Philippines at the end of may. I am planning on meeting a few friends i have met online. I have wanted to go to the Philippines since a very young age. I have my own online business and ...
The wording used by some that say a Visa is not required for 30 days can be very confusing. Visitors from most countries can arrive in the Philippines without a pre-arranged visa, and they are given a 30 day visa waiver on entry, stamped into the ... Read More