Tsmslf
American looking for information about Philippines
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About me
American
Lives in Baybay, Eastern Visayas
Speaks Filipinas
Registration: 08 August 2019
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 ...
Governors don't have to comply with Trump's policy if that's what you're referring to. It's known as Federalism and the US is built on it. Somebody else gave a percentage of Americans "infected" at 7%. A reliable ... Read More
Covid-19 cases in Philippines by FindlayMacD
As I write 11 new cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in Philippines bringing the total to 35. As Philippines is a relatively poor country and does not have what can be called a joined up health system I'd like to hear opinions on the ...
That's a really good and tough question. Can you imagine the infection rates in the slum areas of Manila et al? I would guess that the government will not pay for anything and just let death have a holiday. If the Phils is hit hard, it will ... Read More
United States Citizenship in Jeopardy? by bdknight
Hello, I'm an natural born United States citizen. Coming up in May, I will have been in the Philippines for one full year on tourist visa extensions. As I understand it, the Philippines government allows a maximum stay of three continuous years ...
Stop worrying. Your citizenship cannot be taken away unless you willingly give it up or fraudulently obtained it. 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 assume the $11K is for a year. I would argue that the base cost description is inaccurate since housing is not included and little is more basic than housing/food. Reasonable housing could be $3600 a year or so bumping your basic to $14,000 to ... Read More
Bankaccount by Powder1
hello everybody, i would like to know how easy or difficult it is to open an bankaccount. I live in Thailand and have a bankaccount from the Bangkok bank. I ve been told there are also Bangkok banks in the Phills??? If i stay in the Phills it would ...
Is thr only a dr card issued by the bank which owns the ATM?is any bank debit card o Read More
Bankaccount by Powder1
hello everybody, i would like to know how easy or difficult it is to open an bankaccount. I live in Thailand and have a bankaccount from the Bangkok bank. I ve been told there are also Bangkok banks in the Phills??? If i stay in the Phills it would ...
Can you at least use a debit card to withdraw funds to spend in the Phils? Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to the Philippines? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in the Philippines, would you heartily say "lets do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do ...
Big Pearl What other countries are you referring to please. I'd love to hear your thoughts on that subject so as to compare them to the Phils. Thanks in advance. Read More
annulment by mia2012
Hi, any lawyers out there who could kindly please answer this question or me. I have a friend whose been in a relationship with a man for almost 3 years now but they cant marry guy is still technically married to his "ex-wife". The guy plans to file ...
I recognize the argument of divorcing in Canada BUT to do that she will have to admit she was MARRIED to the guy and SHE has now committed a fraud on the Canadian court. Same thing with an annulment which admits an invalid marriage which she ... Read More
PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTS IN THE PHILIPPINES by pej1111
Just wondering what every one's thoughts are on the PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTS IN THE PHILIPPINES? Are they worthwhile? In light of not having a Pre Nup, I have read that assets held outside of the Philippines are not consider in the divisions of ...
Venue doesn't protect rights. It's mostly for convenience. The way to protect rights is with choice of law clause and then venue really helps as you really don't want an L.A. judge interpreting Philippine law or vice versa. All venue ... Read More
PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTS IN THE PHILIPPINES by pej1111
Just wondering what every one's thoughts are on the PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTS IN THE PHILIPPINES? Are they worthwhile? In light of not having a Pre Nup, I have read that assets held outside of the Philippines are not consider in the divisions of ...
What can you say in two agreements that you can't say in one? Plus the constant argument as to which agreement controls. I doubt any lawyer would do that. I certainly would not. Lawyers use what's known as a severability clause to protect ... Read More
PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTS IN THE PHILIPPINES by pej1111
Just wondering what every one's thoughts are on the PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTS IN THE PHILIPPINES? Are they worthwhile? In light of not having a Pre Nup, I have read that assets held outside of the Philippines are not consider in the divisions of ...
Usually such rights may be waived by a knowing agreement. Do you know if that is the case in the RP? People often waive rights in court or through legal process. If that isn't permitted, then prenups would not be permitted as what they do is ... Read More
Credit card balance by Mr suave
Salam , if I get final exit visa this week in ksa , even I have balance due in my credit card ,suddenly I terminate in my company without separation pay , immigration can stop me in the airport [i][/i] Please I need you advice
Doubtful as your debt is to the credit card company which has paid the governnment based on your credit. Read More
PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTS IN THE PHILIPPINES by pej1111
Just wondering what every one's thoughts are on the PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTS IN THE PHILIPPINES? Are they worthwhile? In light of not having a Pre Nup, I have read that assets held outside of the Philippines are not consider in the divisions of ...
Steve, in general response: 1. Prenups "hold water" in the US as they are a well recognized form of contract. As I've said above, different states have different rules which they apply to determine prenup validity. In California, we ... Read More
PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTS IN THE PHILIPPINES by pej1111
Just wondering what every one's thoughts are on the PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTS IN THE PHILIPPINES? Are they worthwhile? In light of not having a Pre Nup, I have read that assets held outside of the Philippines are not consider in the divisions of ...
Any decent lawyer will include in a contract what law is to be used in case a dispute arises. It's known as the choice of law clause and appears in virtually every contract. Similarly, it is standard for there to be a specific court where any ... Read More
PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTS IN THE PHILIPPINES by pej1111
Just wondering what every one's thoughts are on the PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTS IN THE PHILIPPINES? Are they worthwhile? In light of not having a Pre Nup, I have read that assets held outside of the Philippines are not consider in the divisions of ...
As a family law lawyer in California, I'm familiar with both pre- and post nuptial agreements. State laws vary widely across the USA and nuptial agreements are a prime example of that syndrome. Anyone considering such a contract MUST use a ... Read More
I live in Alaska but hope to retire in the Davao by Lat61
Hi my name is Tom, I live in Alaska but hope to retire in the Davao area in 3 years. I vacationed in the Philippines six times. The first time in 2006, mostly Digos and Davao. My wife is Filipina and we have two school age daughters. I would like ...
I keep reading about the "gouging" syndrome so it must be substantially true. I know from personal experience that Pinays always ask foreigners for money and even websites warn of scams on their sites so that is likely to be true as ... Read More
Finding a Base +++.......can you give some advise!? by Guest6789
Dear expat community, I will arrive in Cebu second week in october ..thats the plan. I will stay in a hotel a few days.....to see Cebu... Moving towardes Dumaguete where i like to find a base..from where i can get to know the visayas and negros. ...
Which cheaper, better and safer countries do you have in mind Sir? I'm single though not much of a chaser anymore. But I am interested in your views and those of colleagues here. Many thanks. Read More
Are Condos a Good Idea? by tambok17
Is it a good idea to buy a condo in the Philippines? If so, how can one hedge oneself from losing out?
In the humid RP doesn't that walk make you a bit wet and smelly all day at your office? Coming home, at least, you can take a shower or a dip in the ocean maybe but, all day at work after a humid walk including rainy days, just doesn't ... Read More
Retiring to the Philippines by Sdmiller57
What are your top 5 tips for retiring to the Philippines?
Why not? Have you and, if so, what do you most dislike? Read More
Medicare in the Philippines by Tsmslf
To those of you who may know this, my apologies but, for those expat seniors who didn't know it, St. Luke's Hospital in Manila TAKES MEDICARE AND SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE!! I just discovered this on St. Luke's site. You need an ...
To Hobbitt & fellow Members: You are correct and I was wrong for which I apologize. I have no idea how a Missouri hospital came up in my search and i was so happy to read what I found that I went no further and immediately shared that good news ... Read More
divorce or annulment whats the cost and how quick by spanishpete
Hi there everyone would anybody know the cost of a divorce or annulment in the Philippins and how quick
Dear Okieboy Your legal advice about the 7 day wait time in Guam for divorce is inaccurate. If the divorce is UNcontested, then the residency required is 7 days prior to filing the original petition. If one spouse contests, then the prefiling ... Read More
Medicare in the Philippines by Tsmslf
To those of you who may know this, my apologies but, for those expat seniors who didn't know it, St. Luke's Hospital in Manila TAKES MEDICARE AND SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE!! I just discovered this on St. Luke's site. You need an ...
This is from the St.Luke's website: St. Luke's Hospital participates with several Medicare Advantage plans and we accept all forms of Medicare supplemental insurance. There is some opportunity here for an expat to figure out how to take ... Read More
Medicare in the Philippines by Tsmslf
To those of you who may know this, my apologies but, for those expat seniors who didn't know it, St. Luke's Hospital in Manila TAKES MEDICARE AND SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE!! I just discovered this on St. Luke's site. You need an ...
The documents I printed are at my office so tomorrow I post what I have. I think the name you wrote is involved somehow. They specify "advantage" plans which is my Medicare plan plus they take supplemental insurance and mine is United ... Read More
Medicare in the Philippines
To those of you who may know this, my apologies but, for those expat seniors who didn't know it, St. Luke's Hospital in Manila TAKES MEDICARE AND SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE!! I just discovered this on St. Luke's site. You need an ... Read More
Divorcing in the Philippines by Diksha
Hello everyone, Reaching the decision to seek divorce can be hard. Filing the papers as an expat in the Philippines can be as taxing since a good grasp of legislations is needed and the process can prove to be tedious. Where and how do you ...
I think the Guam rule is that, IF the divorce is UNcontested, then you need to be a 7-day resident before being permitted to file the case. If the other spouse disagrees and will contest one or more issues, the residency time is 90 days before ... Read More
Cost of living 2018 in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
I must have sent my PM to the wrong party as I thought it went to Scott 1953 who is/was Californian etc. Apologies. Jim Read More
Divorcing in the Philippines by Diksha
Hello everyone, Reaching the decision to seek divorce can be hard. Filing the papers as an expat in the Philippines can be as taxing since a good grasp of legislations is needed and the process can prove to be tedious. Where and how do you ...
Some states, such as California where I practice law, do not recognize common law marriage at all so you are partially right at best. Read More
Cost of living 2018 in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
Yours is my favorite post on cost of living as it is a likely expense budget for me and, as we're both Californians, our references are likely to be similar. I noticed there's nothing listed for medical insurance. Are you gambling on that ... Read More
tennis with a beginner anyone?
I'm a former certified teaching pro of the U.S. Professional Tennis Assoc. and recommend you do NOT follow your posted idea. Hit against a machine so you can get more form practice. A beginner rallying with a beginner is hopeless and a waste of ... Read More
Divorcing in the Philippines by Diksha
Hello everyone, Reaching the decision to seek divorce can be hard. Filing the papers as an expat in the Philippines can be as taxing since a good grasp of legislations is needed and the process can prove to be tedious. Where and how do you ...
Some jurisdictions, e.g. California, require your residency in the state and county for some time prior to filing the initial petition. I'm a divorce lawyer in the L.A. area. Read More
BACK TO THE BASICS : A WEBSITE FOR EXPATS, BY EXPATS by Julien
Hi, Expat.com defines itself as "The living abroad website, by expats, for expats" We received too many complains these last days about locals systematically hijacking treads, posting ads (when they should be posted in dedicated ...
I'm a new member but have been reading for some months. I agree that the push down approach is better as opposed to scrolling to the end. Read More