Enzyte Bob
American expat in the Philippines
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About me
American
Lives in Pasig City, Metro Manila
Registration: 26 October 2018
My expat journey
Pasig City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Henderson, Nevada, USA
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Question Traveled Expats by Enzyte Bob
Soon I will be flying back to the states(1) I will land in San Francisco and then catch a connecting flight to Tucson AZ(2) No doubt my connecting flight will be in another terminal.(3) Will I have to go through TSA screening? and pay the $45 fee? ...
I thank you all for the help on my exiting and I have another question.Will my stepson be able to accompany me to the B.I. office at NAIA terminal 3? Read More
What kind of lifestyle will $5000.USD/mo. afford in the Philippines? by expat1
Just trying to learn cost of living standards in real terms verses the western countries. I see some of these costs (real estate, domestic help, etc...) online. What about utility costs, health insurance, medical care, automobile expenses, taxes, ...
Gardo Fuentes said . . .I'm late to the party here but it seems obvious to me he meant $500 a month not $5000.***************************$5,000 a month will give you a lifetime of action on walking street.$500 a month will give you a lifetime of ... Read More
Question Traveled Expats by Enzyte Bob
Soon I will be flying back to the states(1) I will land in San Francisco and then catch a connecting flight to Tucson AZ(2) No doubt my connecting flight will be in another terminal.(3) Will I have to go through TSA screening? and pay the $45 fee? ...
Lotus Eater said . . . . I can partly understand your reason Bob for flying the 45th ranked airline in the world namely United as it takes you directly to Tuscon where your daughter resides. I had suggested Starlux Airlines which like United has one ... Read More
Question Traveled Expats by Enzyte Bob
Soon I will be flying back to the states(1) I will land in San Francisco and then catch a connecting flight to Tucson AZ(2) No doubt my connecting flight will be in another terminal.(3) Will I have to go through TSA screening? and pay the $45 fee? ...
@Cyclone Ed Thanks Ed, Your reply is helpful. . . . and reduces my anxiety. Everyone knows the red tape built into the Philippine. Now the shipping company I was going to hire to ship my mothers oil paintings, which she painted, now needs an ... Read More
Question Traveled Expats
Soon I will be flying back to the states(1) I will land in San Francisco and then catch a connecting flight to Tucson AZ(2) No doubt my connecting flight will be in another terminal.(3) Will I have to go through TSA screening? and pay the $45 fee? ... Read More
Exchanging Pesos to Dollars by Enzyte Bob
I asked my stepson to exchange some of my Pesos to USD at BDO.The bank told them they don't have USD, they seldom do.I only wanted $50 in small bills in preparation to my US trip.Any ideas?
Andy_1963 said . . . Don't tell the immigration that you are leaving the Philippines for good. In case you tell them they might not let you pass with the 13a visa. Such a visa has to be downgraded to a tourist visa before you leave for ... Read More
Exchanging Pesos to Dollars by Enzyte Bob
I asked my stepson to exchange some of my Pesos to USD at BDO.The bank told them they don't have USD, they seldom do.I only wanted $50 in small bills in preparation to my US trip.Any ideas?
@Andy_1963 Thanks Andy, That's good to know. I'm not really concerned about the exchange rate or fees.I have three accounts at BDO: Dollar and two Pesos accounts. I'm trying to adjust my spending to run the accounts to zero.My housekeeper is going ... Read More
Exchanging Pesos to Dollars
I asked my stepson to exchange some of my Pesos to USD at BDO.The bank told them they don't have USD, they seldom do.I only wanted $50 in small bills in preparation to my US trip.Any ideas? Read More
Shipping to the Phillipines personal and household items. by Tee2
I am planning to retire to The Philippines at the end of this year.For my personal belongings and household items should I either...A.Ship soon → pay whatever Philippine duty/VAT actually applies, but avoid several months' Japanese storage.B. ...
bigpearl asked Tee2 . . . How long is a piece of string. *********************************Is that on a tampon? Read More
Shipping Philippines to USA by Enzyte Bob
I am allow two pieces of luggage of 50 lbs (22.5 Kg) and a carry on included with my ticket.I have two oil paintings my mother painted, I sent both of them to the Philippines via Balikbayan Box's.My shipping box back to the states would exceed the ...
@Aidan in HCMC Thanks . . . That is useful information. Read More
Shipping Philippines to USA
I am allow two pieces of luggage of 50 lbs (22.5 Kg) and a carry on included with my ticket.I have two oil paintings my mother painted, I sent both of them to the Philippines via Balikbayan Box's.My shipping box back to the states would exceed the ... Read More
Marrying a woman from Cavite by benguyr
Hello,I am planning on marrying a woman from Cavitein in July of 2028.i have never been to the Philippines and hopefully I can handle the heat and humidity.i will only making $2500 a month from social security.I can’t afford to live in the ...
bigpearl asked . . . . All that aside how are your plans going to get back to the States?*************************Glad you askedMy stepson (the good one) and I went to the B.I. location at the 8th floor of the SM Aura Office Tower.On my previous ... Read More
Marrying a woman from Cavite by benguyr
Hello,I am planning on marrying a woman from Cavitein in July of 2028.i have never been to the Philippines and hopefully I can handle the heat and humidity.i will only making $2500 a month from social security.I can’t afford to live in the ...
I actually am in agreement with Fred, no I'm not drinking.Hmm . . . . July 2028, that's enough time for this Filipina to empty this walking, talking ATM. Read More
Why younger Filipinos are warming to China despite maritime tensions by PalawOne
This Week in AsiaThe Philippines, PoliticsRef: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3368528/why-younger-filipinos-are-warming-china-despite-maritime-tensions"Why younger Filipinos are warming to China despite maritime tensions"A Pew ...
Fred said . . . The terrible Chinese dictatorship hasn't started any wars, ***************************He may not have started any but you might consider China a proxy in backing Russia & Iran. Read More
ECC how to Exit The Philippines by Enzyte Bob
I am a 13A holder, Permanent Resident.My daughter in the States, Tucson Arizona, has offered her home to me, it is my best alternative me.But I'm confused about the ECC, do I need an ECC since I'm not planning to return to the Philippines.
Lotus Eater said . . . . Does this song sound familiar? "You can check out any time you like, but you can never leave" 1976 Eagles - Hotel California ******************************Sounds like Star Trek, "The Royal" Season 2, Episode 12Riker, Data ... Read More