Michael P. Carter
American expat in the Philippines
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Writing a Blog post: Expat-friendly Vaccination Centers in North NRC/CLARK. Recommendations and What Was Your Experience? by kristopherryanwatson
Hello Gentleman!Good morning to you all. I'm writing a blog article for a local expat magazine. I'm looking to compile a list of Expat-friendly Vaccination Centers and Your overall experiences with getting them.Would anyone in Pampanga/Clark ...
I was originally vaccinated in the states with Moderna. both shots but the booster shot was here at a regular center for Filipinos and I waited in the same lines as they did, it was free and it was Moderna. Read More
Checklist for leaving and returning to the Philippines. by FindlayMacD
I had a call recently from Bureau of Immigration here in Cagayan De Oro with regard to my application for Motion To Reconsider which was filed in June 2021 as my 3 year stay here would end on August 22nd 2021. My hope was that we could apply for 13a ...
@coach53 Arty 5987 is a troll, he/she is cat fishing. There is no reasoning with them or logic to their statements, its all designed to be inflammatory and cause arguments. They are a new bread of cowardly idiots. Read More
Checklist for leaving and returning to the Philippines. by FindlayMacD
I had a call recently from Bureau of Immigration here in Cagayan De Oro with regard to my application for Motion To Reconsider which was filed in June 2021 as my 3 year stay here would end on August 22nd 2021. My hope was that we could apply for 13a ...
@arty5987 "There are none so blind as those that will not see" John Heywood (c. 1497 – c. 1580) Read More
Checklist for leaving and returning to the Philippines. by FindlayMacD
I had a call recently from Bureau of Immigration here in Cagayan De Oro with regard to my application for Motion To Reconsider which was filed in June 2021 as my 3 year stay here would end on August 22nd 2021. My hope was that we could apply for 13a ...
@arty5987 I'm interested how you do not see the garbage in the USA and the homeless encampments , the mass shootings all over the country and the corrupt political system, kind of wearing blinders about it I guess. But, to each his own and ... Read More
Philippines driving licence by dodi1000
Dear all I have full UK Driving licence ..would any of the members advise on how to get philippines Driving licence? I have property tax, Water and electricity bills under my name as well as Building Occupancy Certificate that also under my name. I ...
I got mine in Iloilo, without much trouble. Read More
Philippines driving licence by dodi1000
Dear all I have full UK Driving licence ..would any of the members advise on how to get philippines Driving licence? I have property tax, Water and electricity bills under my name as well as Building Occupancy Certificate that also under my name. I ...
I can't speak to the if your visa will permit it but one definitely can, I have one, a simple process by PH standards. Get the police to clear your background for offenses and then apply. Takes a while to get the actual license but they give you ... Read More
Intercultural relationships in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in the Philippines. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed ...
"Btw, do they have Progresso soups there?" please check the labels on the can, it has over 800mg's of salt, it not good for anyone. Try the fresh made soups here, they are very tasty and you can make your own soups with fresh ... Read More
Filipina Online Dating - Questions for those experienced by briggss3
Hi, I'm new to the website. I have a question around meeting Filipina girls on Filipino Cupid. I spent about a week on the website, and had many girls connecting many of which I believe were not real. However, one particular girl contacted me ...
"Some people are stupid. It wouldnt suprise me if he had paid her before that too and wouldnt want to admit he had been scamed even before that ransom." It's really not stupidity, it's ego and not thinking they could be treated ... Read More
16th Dec'2021 : Super Typhoon Odette (Rai) slams into Surigao City by manwonder
Glad to be back 'alive' after more than 2mths of absence; after having survived the horrors/dreadful destruction caused by super typhoon Odette (Rai). My home was not spared & had parts of the roof blown away which was then swiftly ...
"Glad to be back alive' after more than 2mths of absence; after having survived the horrors/dreadful destruction caused by super typhoon Odette (Rai)." Glad you guys are safe and keep on , keeping on. peace and love Read More
The driving force of your expatriation in the Philippines by Diksha
Hello everybody, Moving abroad, to a destination such as the Philippines, is often the result of careful consideration. It is a major life decision and one that should not be taken lightly as the implications are so diverse. We would like to know ...
I met a lady. (It's always about a lady, isn't it?) 21 years ago I just got divorced in Australia, and sought to travel the world and see things that I never had occasion to before. It was by random chance I visited in 2001. The Philippines ... Read More
The driving force of your expatriation in the Philippines by Diksha
Hello everybody, Moving abroad, to a destination such as the Philippines, is often the result of careful consideration. It is a major life decision and one that should not be taken lightly as the implications are so diverse. We would like to know ...
I like your view of life, keep it up. Read More
Nosey Expats in my Area (bukidnon by Bukidnonkane
Ok so some of you know I have lived here for almost 10 years now. and the other day out of nowhere I had a expat or foreigner at my house. (tell me if you think I was in the right) This guy showed up knowing my first name (the locals told him my ...
Obviously this guy has no understanding of respect for others. In the states he might have been shot, personally I would have done much the same as you, that is just protecting yourself. On the other hand no thing that anyone can do will make him ... Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
welcome... Read More
Alert Level 1 Now being Considered by Enzyte Bob
Alert Level 1 now being considered starting on March 1, 2022.
you can never tell... Read More
Relationship opinions on Philippine culture and SAHMs by JustAGuest
I'm still in the US, and I'll be here for a while, as my job requires it. I'm interested in retiring somewhere inexpensive, but that will be a ways in the future. (At least 10-15 years.) In the meantime, I've been talking to a ...
You know this thread has taken an interesting turn. It seems to me that educated is not a criteria for being Americanized, that sadly to say is a matter of the economic structure of the USA and most western countries, where having/getting more is ... Read More
The driving force of your expatriation in the Philippines by Diksha
Hello everybody, Moving abroad, to a destination such as the Philippines, is often the result of careful consideration. It is a major life decision and one that should not be taken lightly as the implications are so diverse. We would like to know ...
Hey dude, you know bacon is thin sliced pork belly. Lots of pork belly here... Read More
Received my booster Vaxx by Enzyte Bob
On Tuesday at the Pasig City hall I received my booster (third vaxx) and they asked me what Vaxx I wanted and I chose Pfizer. My wife and housekeeper also chose Pfizer. My first two Vaxx's were Sinovac. The day after the housekeeper had no side ...
All 3 of my shots were Moderna and I had no reaction to them except a sore muscle at the injection sight for a day. It makes sense that it is a yearly thing like the flu shot, can't say it surprises me at all. Bob, I hope you and your family are ... Read More
Looking For Love by Enzyte Bob
I read a newspaper article titled "Looking for Love in the wrong places". According to the FTC (Federal Trade Commission USA) people in the US have been swindled out of 1.5 Billion Dollars in the last five years looking for love. Now if ...
I have to agree with your statement at least in principal. All countries and all peoples have this same issue; mainly that everyone is looking for "love" and some people are willing to search on-line. This practice though has been going on ... Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Hey, welcome Read More
"Philippines to re-open to vaccinated foreign tourists" by Moon Dog
"The Philippines will re-open to fully vaccinated tourists from most countries on February 10 and lift quarantine requirements, officials said Friday, nearly two years after closing its borders to contain the ...
I know I am being dense here, but what is covid insurance? Haven't traveled out of the country in a while... Read More
Here for the child rearing long haul by Guest3456
Hi name is Joseph I am here since before the lockdown Feb 2020. I have a daughter born here in the first year. Would I like to leave? I think my partner would have a nervous breakdown if I mentioned taking a plane out of here. Anyway Also I want to ...
:lol: Read More
Exit and reentry Philippines to satisfy new tourist visa status by James Gardner
I am nearing the end of my 3 year stay and must leave. I plan on flying to Singapore and hope to return after 12 hours there. I am trying to find information if that time will meet the requirements. Any tips or past experiences are welcomed. Thanks ...
I am not sure if the laws are the same now, but it used to be that you could just leave and turn around and come back. In Thailand they called them visa runs and I don't know if they had a name for it here, but you could do it. Everything has ... Read More
Here for the child rearing long haul by Guest3456
Hi name is Joseph I am here since before the lockdown Feb 2020. I have a daughter born here in the first year. Would I like to leave? I think my partner would have a nervous breakdown if I mentioned taking a plane out of here. Anyway Also I want to ...
Coach53 hey, A person that has the belief can also bless the house and spirits will leave. It is really just the energy from the persons passing that remains in a certain place and once that energy is countered it becomes balanced and goes away. ... Read More
How to make friends in the Philippines by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in the Philippines :top: [b]Which are your ...
I have noticed the same thing, that foreigner's in other countries, including here, seem very distant. There are 2 or 3 that live near me, that we have had conversations and exchanged numbers, but just on the street, no. Read More
Going in July by Tariq1983
Was just informed the Philippines will officially be opened Feb 10. July is looking like the month i touch down there. I have quite a bit of saved up already but a little more never hurt. I’ve made contact with a few Americans who have been ...
Sadly, a lot of men that marry women that are 25 30 years younger than them are attempting to relive their youth, not enjoy their age. When I was 52 I had a GF in the states that was 26, we dated for 3 years, but it was on and off, mostly because I ... Read More
The driving force of your expatriation in the Philippines by Diksha
Hello everybody, Moving abroad, to a destination such as the Philippines, is often the result of careful consideration. It is a major life decision and one that should not be taken lightly as the implications are so diverse. We would like to know ...
Why did I decided to live in the Philippines, hummm. To explain this I have to relate an incident that happened to me back in 2006 in India. My Filipina girl friend and I were trekking in the Himalayas near Srinagar. We had some guides and things ... Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Welcome Kanana, I hope all is well for you and your daughter. Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Hope all is well for you and yours, I live in Iloilo and find it very beautiful here. Love and peace Mike Read More
Online Marriges in Utah by Enzyte Bob
I don't know if the available of online marriages in Utah can be considerate a loophole. But online marriages available in Utah soon will attract a panacea of interest and use. [b] But it certainly will be drawing attraction to Utah as being a ...
There is an old Latin phrase "Caveat emptor" basically meaning, let the buyer beware. Always a good idea. Read More
Most Popular Messaging App by AaronAardvark
Mr Google says that the most used messaging app in the Philippines is Messenger. Is that your experience? I know a lot of people use Viber or Whatsapp and where I live in Thailand the go to app is Line.
It sounds like you have fallen into the trap laid out by very smart social manipulators everywhere. Once you take a side in any situation you are then subject to manipulation by anyone that wants to get you to do what they want and honestly you will ... Read More
Here We Go Again by Enzyte Bob
Metro Manila is on a level three alert again. All people who are not vaccinated must remain in their homes except for essential trips. Visitors below 18 and above 65 are not allowed in Ayala Malls except for essentials, also restrictions for ...
So you are implying that there are countries that are full of critical thinkers? Read More
Here We Go Again by Enzyte Bob
Metro Manila is on a level three alert again. All people who are not vaccinated must remain in their homes except for essential trips. Visitors below 18 and above 65 are not allowed in Ayala Malls except for essentials, also restrictions for ...
I am strictly saying this from an American point of view and somewhat tongue in cheek. The problem with democracy is that it requires people to be intelligent and educated and the problem dealing with Covid is that it requires people to be ... Read More
In Manila for Wife's CR-1 Interview by moonunit0103
Hi, We flew in from Tacloban March 3, wife had her medical exam March 4 & 5, and her Visa interview is March 15. We fly back to Tacloban March 16. The airport's were pretty deserted. For the St. Luke's medical exam, please be advised ...
My wife and I have been together 16 years, at first we lived in Thailand then moved back to the states. My wife became and American citizen and became a nurse; she worked her butt off for 15 years. I retired and we moved back to the Ph. My point is ... Read More
HI, I am a retired US from Texas by juanjrodriguezsensei
My wife and I got married last year, we are now living here in the Philippines, does anyone knows who can help us for my wife to get her US ITIN?
I can see a future where there are no-fault internet marriages that are for one year at a time; no need to get a fake certificate Read More
News around Pinas by Gardo Fuentes
It may be interesting to have a thread on news that may be of relevance to us expats or even if not, at least amusing.
Get well and stay strong, peace and love... Read More
Any of you in Makati ? Up for a beer or two ? by kristopherryanwatson
Hello gentleman, I'll be visiting Manila from Pampanga tomorrow (January 3rd), for 2 days to take care of some business, work related things.. If any of you are presently residing in Makati, please feel free to drop a reply. Lets have lunch ...
Interesting how caring and loving comes across as troll-like to you, peace and love... Read More
Here We Go Again by Enzyte Bob
Metro Manila is on a level three alert again. All people who are not vaccinated must remain in their homes except for essential trips. Visitors below 18 and above 65 are not allowed in Ayala Malls except for essentials, also restrictions for ...
I presume that you were never in the Military; while you are in basic training they line you up in long rows where you walk between 2 people giving you shots in each arm, complaints were non-existent. I also recall as a young child getting a shot ... Read More
Any of you in Makati ? Up for a beer or two ? by kristopherryanwatson
Hello gentleman, I'll be visiting Manila from Pampanga tomorrow (January 3rd), for 2 days to take care of some business, work related things.. If any of you are presently residing in Makati, please feel free to drop a reply. Lets have lunch ...
I believe it is sad when a persons life vision is to sit in a bar and be fondled by strange women; it sounds like an unfulfilled teenager. Go have 50 or a 100 one-night stands and at the end tell me what a great time it was. I have had many women ... Read More
How to be happy as an expat in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Being happy is surely our common goal, whether we are living in the Philippines as an expat or somewhere else. We would love to know your tips and tricks to be fully fulfilled and happy as an expat in your host country. New ...
I have to agree with this entirely, in my 50's and early 60's I loved sex and liked food, now I'm in my 70's and I like sex and love food. Interesting... 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 agree with all you said above, Lotus Eater, but I believe there is one more component; can one change their views on materialism/capitalism or not; what are your real needs, which is often confused with wants. Read More
How to be happy as an expat in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Being happy is surely our common goal, whether we are living in the Philippines as an expat or somewhere else. We would love to know your tips and tricks to be fully fulfilled and happy as an expat in your host country. New ...
How to be happy? Wow, what a question, happiness is pursuing something that you enjoy, if this brings you joy then you have succeeded. Happiness, rather the pursuit of happiness requires something external to yourself, in other words ... Read More
Moving to the Philippines solo by Cheryl
Hello everybody, Moving to the Philippines is a challenge in itself, but even more when you decide to go alone. If this was your case when you arrived, we would like you to share your experience. It might help other people who are also preparing ...
Hello all, this seems an interesting topic to me. I first came to the Philippines in 2005 and was here for two years, ran out of money so I went back to the states and started working again; I called that an extended vacation. Anyway, upon arriving ... Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
peace and love... Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
There is an old saying that comes from the American west, in other words a cowboy saying "don't start a journey if you have to ask for help". This may sound judgemental but it is not ment to be, I am just saying that if you can not ... Read More
What VPN are you using? by Enzyte Bob
A little background, I use Panda Dome Antivirus software (free). They also include a VPN, 150 Mb per day free. Until recently their free VPN showed my location in the US. Now it shows as the Philippines, for me that defeats the reasons I used ...
I haven't had that problem with Nord VPN, good luck peace and love 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 ...
You know there is an old car salemen joke, "if you have to ask the price, you can't afford the car", applies here. Peace and love. Read More
How to call the IRS by stumpednomore
I live in Southern Mindanao 5 km from a good cell connection but there is a usable connection available here at home, and I'm able to receive calls from a friend in California on my cell phone at home. We can't get a landline here even ...
Lotus eater, you are absolutely correct. Many years ago I read a book that I do not remember the author, but it was about this man that sailed alone on all of the large bodies of water in the world on the small sailing ship. He stated in it, ... Read More
How to call the IRS by stumpednomore
I live in Southern Mindanao 5 km from a good cell connection but there is a usable connection available here at home, and I'm able to receive calls from a friend in California on my cell phone at home. We can't get a landline here even ...
yep been there... Read More
How to call the IRS by stumpednomore
I live in Southern Mindanao 5 km from a good cell connection but there is a usable connection available here at home, and I'm able to receive calls from a friend in California on my cell phone at home. We can't get a landline here even ...
The only easy way to contact the IRS is to wriet them a letter, otherwise one has to wait on line. Good luck. Read More
beach front by GuestPoster326
Hi all , we live in Australia , already brought 1000 sq mt land at Initao , I have a Filipina wife but we have been looking on marketplace ,face book , beach front properties ,wow ,all are dreaming , 8k . 3 k etc any advise ,nice and clean area ...
Hi Coach, what I am saying is that when you truly like someone, you already know their likes and dislikes and if you still like them then it will be happy for you. The problem with this is that one has to be totally honest and up front with the ... Read More
beach front by GuestPoster326
Hi all , we live in Australia , already brought 1000 sq mt land at Initao , I have a Filipina wife but we have been looking on marketplace ,face book , beach front properties ,wow ,all are dreaming , 8k . 3 k etc any advise ,nice and clean area ...
If they truly like each other all of that is resolved... Read More
beach front by GuestPoster326
Hi all , we live in Australia , already brought 1000 sq mt land at Initao , I have a Filipina wife but we have been looking on marketplace ,face book , beach front properties ,wow ,all are dreaming , 8k . 3 k etc any advise ,nice and clean area ...
Most people do what they need to do to survive as best they can, this is any culture or country; a business person works at a pharmaceutical company that sells a drug that does not really work as advertised, but 99.9% of those people will keep on ... Read More
What are you missing in the Philippines? by Diksha
Hi everyone, Living in the Philippines, on the long or short run, it is completely normal to feel homesick sometimes. We would like to know what you are missing the most about your home country in the Philippines. Do you miss any aspects of ...
I am always amazed by people that make statements like yours. It doesn't make any difference what country you are from the people there lie, cheat and steal and to think otherwise is foolish. I am from the states I have scammed many people and ... Read More
How to call the IRS by stumpednomore
I live in Southern Mindanao 5 km from a good cell connection but there is a usable connection available here at home, and I'm able to receive calls from a friend in California on my cell phone at home. We can't get a landline here even ...
Not sure brother, but I would say you have a few more problems than just a phone line. But, as to that, get on the internet and look up getting and a (VPN) virtual phone number, they are free and then you can call the anyone in the States and get ... Read More
cagayan de oro by GuestPoster326
Hi all , just like to ask a question here please . I live in Australia and I have a Filipina wife . we have been sending money for 18 months to my in laws , they tell us here ,they have no food to eat, there is no help in Cagayan de Oro at all ? ...
Well you sound like a good man. I will say this, at least they are not in Manila, the very poor there conditions are horrendous. Good luck brother, peace and love. Read More
cagayan de oro by GuestPoster326
Hi all , just like to ask a question here please . I live in Australia and I have a Filipina wife . we have been sending money for 18 months to my in laws , they tell us here ,they have no food to eat, there is no help in Cagayan de Oro at all ? ...
Hey Steve, this sounds like a crisis of conscious to me, I may come across as sounding naive here, but one should give because you want too, not because they need the help. I help my wife’s Filipina relatives, but she is very strict and the ... Read More
Davao to stop accepting Sinovac and Sinopharm
Interesting, your doubts reflect what you think and their doubts reflect what they think, sounds like a draw to me and since it is their site, they win... Read More
Denmark lifts all Covid-19 restrictions by Enzyte Bob
Maybe you haven't heard about this, Denmark has lifted all Covid-19 restrictions on Sept 10th. The following is a quote from NPR & Associated Press. "After 548 days with restrictions to limit the spread of Covid-19 Denmark's high ...
I would imagine that other countries do not have high vaccination rates and don't want to deal with the complaining, I wouldn't. I wonder though does that make Denmark more intelligent than the rest of the world or just lucking to have a lot ... Read More
What are your favourite meal|food in PH? - Gym freak speaks! by manny123
Well let me begin by saying I can't get rid of The "Adobo". Its my gym buffer food go to! Let me know yours. PS: I treat myself with halo halo as a cheat meal XD
Beef Afritada... Read More
What are you missing in the Philippines? by Diksha
Hi everyone, Living in the Philippines, on the long or short run, it is completely normal to feel homesick sometimes. We would like to know what you are missing the most about your home country in the Philippines. Do you miss any aspects of ...
Sounds like someone is missing that good old USA extreme stress work ethic, shootings and lawsuit culture, that permeates America these days; only one way to fix that. Good Luck my friend peace and love. Read More
What are you missing in the Philippines? by Diksha
Hi everyone, Living in the Philippines, on the long or short run, it is completely normal to feel homesick sometimes. We would like to know what you are missing the most about your home country in the Philippines. Do you miss any aspects of ...
Yes Manila has many very good restaurants, I have lived there before and found the hustle and bustle more than I wanted to live with, but, I do miss the restaurants. Read More
What are you missing in the Philippines? by Diksha
Hi everyone, Living in the Philippines, on the long or short run, it is completely normal to feel homesick sometimes. We would like to know what you are missing the most about your home country in the Philippines. Do you miss any aspects of ...
What I miss in he Philippines, I think I truly miss good Mexican food. There was an excellent Mexican restaurant not far from my house, El Maguey, that has fantastic Mole Poblano, which is a kind of sauce made with chilies and many other ingredients ... Read More
Testing Positive on day 7 in Quarantine by PhilRes
Anybody been through what happens? Looking for experience not opinion please. Fully vacinated with Pfizer out of the USA, no symptoms, no co-morbidities, again already day 7 tomorrow...
LOL Read More
Testing Positive on day 7 in Quarantine by PhilRes
Anybody been through what happens? Looking for experience not opinion please. Fully vacinated with Pfizer out of the USA, no symptoms, no co-morbidities, again already day 7 tomorrow...
I have to say that I agree with what your were saying about anti-vacers. I will add a belief I have that most people are sheep; not because they are timid but because they need to be led. There is an interesting book written in the 1850's that ... Read More
Finally Got My Second Jab of Sinovac by Enzyte Bob
This morning my stepson said the Sinovac is available at the Pasig City Hall. Everything was so quick elapse time leaving the house was one hour. Taxi fare was 89 Pesos, how in the world can they make money? Well the Taxi driver was happy with a ...
Thank you, peace and love... Read More
Finally Got My Second Jab of Sinovac by Enzyte Bob
This morning my stepson said the Sinovac is available at the Pasig City Hall. Everything was so quick elapse time leaving the house was one hour. Taxi fare was 89 Pesos, how in the world can they make money? Well the Taxi driver was happy with a ...
Obviously, this has become a debate between ego's, whose relevance is negated by the self same ego's. Everyone and everything has a bias; Trees grow better with sunlight than cloudy days but both are needed to grow, human's strive with ... Read More
Finally Got My Second Jab of Sinovac by Enzyte Bob
This morning my stepson said the Sinovac is available at the Pasig City Hall. Everything was so quick elapse time leaving the house was one hour. Taxi fare was 89 Pesos, how in the world can they make money? Well the Taxi driver was happy with a ...
Then It sounds like you should not get the vaccination, which was my only point. What my opinion or your opinion about the matter is irrelevant. Peace and Love Read More
Finally Got My Second Jab of Sinovac by Enzyte Bob
This morning my stepson said the Sinovac is available at the Pasig City Hall. Everything was so quick elapse time leaving the house was one hour. Taxi fare was 89 Pesos, how in the world can they make money? Well the Taxi driver was happy with a ...
As a kid I was very poor and came into contact with many people with infectious diseases and thereby contracted measles, mumps, chicken pox, whooping cough, but do to the vaccinations my mother had me get as a child none of them killed me or made ... Read More
American Express cancelled my Filipina additional member card. by Wingfat
I set up my Filipina with an American Express card a s a member on my account. They require a social Security number but will accept a passport number temporary. That time limit has run out. Is there any way I can set this up with another card ...
Hey there I am very careful with my AMEX card what I do is add her to a visa or Mastercard with a spending limit on it. Good Luck Read More
Finally Got My Second Jab of Sinovac by Enzyte Bob
This morning my stepson said the Sinovac is available at the Pasig City Hall. Everything was so quick elapse time leaving the house was one hour. Taxi fare was 89 Pesos, how in the world can they make money? Well the Taxi driver was happy with a ...
I'm not a pessimist so I believe you will be fine, in any event you did what you thought was best and that's all we can do in life. Read More
Mix & Match Vaccines? by Enzyte Bob
My first vac was Sinovac. I understand the other vacs have been available by luck for some people. My son tells me I have to get the Sinovac as my second vac. I would like to have some other vac, has anyone been successful in getting a different ...
Same reason you get a flu shot every year even though you had the flu once. Read More
Opening a online bank account by Sumomaster2004
Anyone have any advice on opening an online bank account that will accept direct deposit from US? Then i can transfer my money to my bank account here in PI. Like deposits from IRS.
Well, I get my social security retirement check directly deposited there and have for several years, don't see why the IRS would be any different. Read More
Opening a online bank account by Sumomaster2004
Anyone have any advice on opening an online bank account that will accept direct deposit from US? Then i can transfer my money to my bank account here in PI. Like deposits from IRS.
Hello, I have opened an on line checking and savings account in the U.S. that has free checking and can accept checks on line; I use USAA for this reason and I also have a checking and savings account with Capitol One, also free. They both work fine ... Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Sorry about the delayed response, I did not realize that I had any responses, not attuned to posting things yet. I practiced for many years in Kansas City, Mo. had a private practice and then went to mostly consulting work as I got closer to moving. ... Read More
Mandaluyong: Is it safe to live there for foreigners? by onefogarty
Hey everyone! I'm thinking of making a move from BGC to Mandaluyong. Anyone ever heard of a building called the Fame Residences near SM Mega Mall? I've been really enjoying living in BGC not only because I see so many other foreigners ...
Hello all, I am not trying to be disrespectful here but I find talk about violence in the PH and carrying a weapon somewhat amusing. I am from the United States and have seen and known of countless drive by shooting in the states. Road rage in the ... Read More
Health Insurance and your SS Medicare... to drop or not to drop? by tpiro
This may be an old subject.. but I couldn't find the right answer and perhaps someone has experience in this. The question is .. to drop my medicare deduction from SS or not to drop it. Ok.. so here it goes.. I am planning on retiring in ...
Hey Tony, as most things in life this is a subjective decision; for me I kept the SS Medicare insurance and since I have been here got the Phil Health ins. My thinking is that if I have an emergency I have the Phil Health and if I have an issue that ... Read More
Newbee Introduction.... by tpiro
Hi Y'all... Newbee to the forum.. thank you for allowing me to visit. I will be relocating from the US to Cebu Philippines hopefully early 2022 if PI lifts the entry / flight restrictions. I am very excited in looking so forward to this new ...
Hello there, it is really all about expectations and what you are willing to live with. I lived in Thailand for about 2 years and found it to be a beautiful slick place to live, much more like America than the Philippines, but that is actually what ... Read More
In Quarantine Hotel by Moon Dog
Jovy and I left Atlanta at 2:30pm on Delta. The girl at check in asked if we scheduled a hotel and swab test and date of our return flights but didn't ask to see anything in writing. The plane left on time and was 20 minutes early into Incheon ...
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Newbee Introduction.... by tpiro
Hi Y'all... Newbee to the forum.. thank you for allowing me to visit. I will be relocating from the US to Cebu Philippines hopefully early 2022 if PI lifts the entry / flight restrictions. I am very excited in looking so forward to this new ...
Hey Tony, I went to a phil health office in a mall, no hassle. Hope you make it in 2022, it's really odd with no travelers, I'm in Iloilo and all the beaches are closed, all the coffee shops and most restaurants. Anyway Good Luck Read More
New Travel Benefit For Many US Military Veterans by OceanBeach92107
An official link to the Department of Defense website in the United ...
Thanks, I will check it out. Peace and Love Read More
Newbee Introduction.... by tpiro
Hi Y'all... Newbee to the forum.. thank you for allowing me to visit. I will be relocating from the US to Cebu Philippines hopefully early 2022 if PI lifts the entry / flight restrictions. I am very excited in looking so forward to this new ...
Hi there, I have Phil health and it cost me P15,000 per year. I have not had to use it so I can not attest to the quality or ease of use, but you can get it as a foreigner. I have had t go to the ER one time and paid out of pocket about P7,000 I had ... Read More
Credit Cards & OTP by Ryan Hull90
My Name is Ryan, and I have been living in the Philippines for sometime working with an organization that is helping with livelihood projects. It is still nice to every now an then buy stuff online from amazon or other US online stores, however I ...
Hey Ryan, I ran into the same issue. I did some research and discovered that you can get a virtual phone number in the USA. I use google voice, its free and now I have a phone number just like before and can get those texts and I can also call U.S. ... Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
I have a US bank account with Capitol one and USAA, you can take a picture of the check and deposit with them then transfer the money to a PH bank account for $3 or $4. Right now I use Remity but all of them are inexpensive for bank account to bank ... Read More
New Adventure by Moon Dog
Howdy folks, Construction on our house on Biliran Island began exactly one year ago today and it is basically finished. Needs the driveway poured which is in progress and we are one fire extinguisher shy of having the electric turned on. All toys ...
Hey Moon dog, I arrived in the Ph last January and I had to have my marriage license "apostilled" and the embassy in Chicago had to explain it to me; it is a state issued letter that is attached to your marriage license, stating that this ... Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Hello, I'm Mike, I lived in the Philippines in 2005 and 2006. I am a psychologist and I was burnt out and needed a break so I moved to the Philippines. I met my future wife, Leonora and we traveled around Asia and eventually went back to the ... Read More