ibusan1046
Kenyan expat in the Philippines
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About me
Kenyan, Single
Speaks English, Swahili, Gujrati, Punjabi, Urdu. I am learning Tagalog.
Registration: 05 September 2021
Travelling out of Philippines by ibusan1046
Hi all, good day! Just want to ask if anyone recently travelled out of Philippines required a Swab Test for a fully vaccinated with boosters?
@ibusan1046 Hi mate, yes you do need Swab Test and one health pass when returning to Philippines. Read More
Trip to Singapore by ibusan1046
Hi all, I am going to Singapore for 3 days and back to Philippines. Any tips or advice are most welcome.
@shanemcook1 Hi mate, cheap flights and hotels Thailand or Singapore. Read More
Trip to Singapore by ibusan1046
Hi all, I am going to Singapore for 3 days and back to Philippines. Any tips or advice are most welcome.
@manwonder 😂😂😂 Read More
Trip to Singapore by ibusan1046
Hi all, I am going to Singapore for 3 days and back to Philippines. Any tips or advice are most welcome.
@Lotus Eater thanks buddy, very helpful. I have booked Singapore at the moment. Next time. Read More
Trip to Singapore by ibusan1046
Hi all, I am going to Singapore for 3 days and back to Philippines. Any tips or advice are most welcome.
@blacksheepjuno thanks mate. 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 ...
@James Gardner Hi, you will need more then 12 hours. Swab Test takes 24 hours plus all the aps needed for health checks take time. I have posted how iam doing this. Check my trip to Singapore and back to Philippines. 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 ...
Hi all, my 3 years stay in Philippines has expired. This is what I am doing. I am going to Singapore on the 12th of this month. I bought a single to Singapore. I am returning on the 15th Sept to Philippines with a 30 day return to Singapore, its a ... Read More
Trip to Singapore
Hi all, I am going to Singapore for 3 days and back to Philippines. Any tips or advice are most welcome. Read More
Travelling out of Philippines by ibusan1046
Hi all, good day! Just want to ask if anyone recently travelled out of Philippines required a Swab Test for a fully vaccinated with boosters?
@talamban Hi, what is one health pass? Read More
Travelling out of Philippines by ibusan1046
Hi all, good day! Just want to ask if anyone recently travelled out of Philippines required a Swab Test for a fully vaccinated with boosters?
Hi Guys, thanks for the info. I checked all the webs on Singapore, none of them are giving correct information. I even tried Singapore Gov site but no joy. Read More
Travelling out of Philippines by ibusan1046
Hi all, good day! Just want to ask if anyone recently travelled out of Philippines required a Swab Test for a fully vaccinated with boosters?
@emvaningen Thanks very much. Read More
Travelling out of Philippines by ibusan1046
Hi all, good day! Just want to ask if anyone recently travelled out of Philippines required a Swab Test for a fully vaccinated with boosters?
I am travelling to Singapore by Air. Read More
Travelling out of Philippines
Hi all, good day! Just want to ask if anyone recently travelled out of Philippines required a Swab Test for a fully vaccinated with boosters? Read More
visa run after 3 years of tourist by mikebrant1973
any one know what to do for visa run....almost 3 years with tourist visa,,,have someone extent over 3 years?
@coach53 hi, does Singapore require Covid-19 insurance? I know Philippines does not. Read More
visa run after 3 years of tourist by mikebrant1973
any one know what to do for visa run....almost 3 years with tourist visa,,,have someone extent over 3 years?
@Okieboy hi, my visa 3 years visa is expiring soon. Is it okay if I go to Singapore on Wednesday and come back the next day. Read More
Have you been to Vietnam? by Timo62
I watched a youtuber who recently visited Danang and Hanoi and he was exclaiming how cheap everything is. Someplace else I saw that Nhatrang is the cheapest city in Vietnam! I was stationed there in '69 and '70 and it was called the French ...
@talamban Thank you very much. Read More
Have you been to Vietnam? by Timo62
I watched a youtuber who recently visited Danang and Hanoi and he was exclaiming how cheap everything is. Someplace else I saw that Nhatrang is the cheapest city in Vietnam! I was stationed there in '69 and '70 and it was called the French ...
Has anyone been to Singapore and back to the Philippines? Is it hassle free? Read More
German national stranded by Okieboy
A friend of mine who works for a counselor in Davao city, told me a German foreign national showed up looking for help, he had no money, no food or place to stay, he was sleeping on a bench by the barangy hall,I have no idea if there is a German ...
@Okieboy All the Embassies are in Manila. Read More
Unable to read messages on my iPhone by Moon Dog
When I click "Read the full message" the full message opens but in about 2 seconds a a spam insurance ad ("Are you looking for expat heath insurance....") pops up . When I close it I'm back to "Read the full message". I can only read the full ...
@Moon Dog you are welcome Read More
Unable to read messages on my iPhone by Moon Dog
When I click "Read the full message" the full message opens but in about 2 seconds a a spam insurance ad ("Are you looking for expat heath insurance....") pops up . When I close it I'm back to "Read the full message". I can only read the full ...
@Moon Dog Hi, look at the top right hand corner of the advert you will see a cross, click on it and a delete this advert sign will pop up. Read More
Best type of fish to make UK style fish- n-chips. by FindlayMacD
I know how to make the beer batter etc but can anyone suggest the best fillet fish available here in the Philippines to make UK style fish -n- chips. I know you can buy Atlantic cod fillets here in S&R but besides being very expensive, ...
@FindlayMacD Try Bangus Read More
PCR test no longer required for entry by pnwcyclist
Effective May 30, the Covid test will no longer be required for fully vaxxed (with booster) passengers to enter.And apparently the Covid medical coverage requirement is also being dropped. https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1175295
@pnwcyclist Thank you mate. Read More
Expats in Pampanga ? by kristopherryanwatson
I Moved to Pampanga from Makati last month. Staying here for a few months before returning to Metro Manila probably by February. Its nice to get out of the city for a while, i appreciate the fresh air and the peace of mine of province life. Any ...
@kristopherryanwatson Hi, welcome to Angeles.Abe Read More
Is The Philippines Right for Me by Cherryann01
I have just returned from the Philippines after spending three weeks there and returning to the Uk via a four night stop in HCMC and I am questioning if the Philippines is the right place for me to eventually retire in a few years. I may upset a few ...
@Cherryann01 Hi mate, this is what you get in the third world countries. People are poor here some are homeless. Some don't have work. At the same time Covid-19 made is worse.Go Any where in Asia you will find this. I have lived here for almost ... Read More
LOOPHOLE on need 6mths on your passport to enter by PhilRes
US embassy just alerted me to this rule and they checking with immigration it still stands: not sure link permitted but can find the order searching the immigration website - basically if yo a visa free country AND your embassy here will ...
I renewed mine on line from here, the new passport arrived in 7 working days via DHL. Read More
Which is the Best Medical Insurance for retirees moving to Philippines by ylouis2
Hi,Me (US Citizen) and my Filipina wife (Also US Citizen) we planning to move to Manila Philippines and retire in 2024. We already have a condo at Eastwood. We would like to know what will be the best medical insurance for us in the Philippines. I ...
@ylouis2 Hi, if you need insurance see Michael Onstad on FB. He is the best for Expats living in the Philippines. The rest of brokers here are rip offs. Read More
PCR test no longer required for entry by pnwcyclist
Effective May 30, the Covid test will no longer be required for fully vaxxed (with booster) passengers to enter.And apparently the Covid medical coverage requirement is also being dropped. https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1175295
@Cherryann01 Thanks very much buddy for th info. Read More
PCR test no longer required for entry by pnwcyclist
Effective May 30, the Covid test will no longer be required for fully vaxxed (with booster) passengers to enter.And apparently the Covid medical coverage requirement is also being dropped. https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1175295
@FindlayMacD Thank you so much for the info. Read More
PCR test no longer required for entry by pnwcyclist
Effective May 30, the Covid test will no longer be required for fully vaxxed (with booster) passengers to enter.And apparently the Covid medical coverage requirement is also being dropped. https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1175295
Hi Guys, As my 3 years stay here in the Philippines is coming to an end I need to go out and come back some. I will be grateful if I get some advice. I am planning to go to Thailand for few days and back to Philippines. What do I need to do? Are ... Read More
Received 2 month extension for my tourist visa. by scott1953
Did my 36 month mandatory exit from the country on March 20th 2022. Came back a week later, March 26th from Guam and was given a 30 day free tourist visa stay. Then i did a 29 day visa extension that expired May ...
@scott1953 Are British citizen allowed to stay 3 years on extended visa here in the Philippines? Read More
3rd time to the Philippines. How have things changed?
@DaytripperYes they are wearing mask. 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 ...
Join Date in Asia. Abe. 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 ...
Join Date in Asia. Abe. Read More
Anyone know what will happen? by blacksheepjuno
I was scheduled to leave the Philippines on January 3rd. However, my rt-pcr test came back positive and I had to cancel. I’ve rescheduled for the 14th of January. Problem is, my exit visa and my 36 month stay expired on the 4th. What happens ...
Hello mate, you will have to pay the fine for over staying I think a 1,000 peso a month. Once you paid that you will be allowed to travel. 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 ...
Thanks for the info mate Read More
Expats in Pampanga ? by kristopherryanwatson
I Moved to Pampanga from Makati last month. Staying here for a few months before returning to Metro Manila probably by February. Its nice to get out of the city for a while, i appreciate the fresh air and the peace of mine of province life. Any ...
My name is Abe. I am from London, I have lived in Angeles City Pampanga for almost 3 and half years. Great place to be in. Read More
I am in pakistan my visa expired due to lockdown by iftikhar65
A pakistani is on vacation in pakistan and due to lock down covid-19 , visa is expired. how he can travel back to philippines?
Hello Bro, there is no problem traveling back to th Philippines if your country is in the green zone. You will be quartined for 7 days in a hotel if you are in Amber zone. Read More
permanent visa for pakistani by GuestPoster140
after 1 year TRV pakistani can get Pemanent resident visa(PRV). if no what reason?
I renewed my British Passport on line. At first I thought it was going to be difficult. But it was very easy. Got my new Passport in 7 weeks via DHL. If anyone wants renew the passport from here go ahead, its no problem. Read More
permanent visa for pakistani by GuestPoster140
after 1 year TRV pakistani can get Pemanent resident visa(PRV). if no what reason?
Bro Ifthikar you are lucky to have a account in BDO, you made it look easy peasy to open one. When tried to open an account the bank asked me lot questions. Bills on my name, driving license, rent book on my name, I have none of them as I share my ... 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 ...
Hello friend, find someone who is working and does not have baggage, like I did. You will enjoy life. But first come to Philippines and see the country for your self. Abe 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 ...
Hello Diksha, nice to know you. Yes I do miss something, food. I miss Gathia Jalbee, Chevda, Dhokra, Hondwa, all sort of Bhajia. Daar Bhaat Saak Rotli. Where can I get these? By the way I am in Angeles City Pampanga. Read More
Passport Renewal by ibusan1046
Hello, I am sending my passport for renewal to UK, it will take more then 10 weeks. I have been in the Philippines for 3 years on 2 months visa extensions. What happens when my passport does not arrive in time for visa.
Thank you Read More
Passport Renewal by ibusan1046
Hello, I am sending my passport for renewal to UK, it will take more then 10 weeks. I have been in the Philippines for 3 years on 2 months visa extensions. What happens when my passport does not arrive in time for visa.
Thank you very much for the information. Read More
Passport Renewal by ibusan1046
Hello, I am sending my passport for renewal to UK, it will take more then 10 weeks. I have been in the Philippines for 3 years on 2 months visa extensions. What happens when my passport does not arrive in time for visa.
Thank you Niel. 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 ...
Where about are you in the Philippines? I am in Angeles City Pampanga. 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 ...
Thanks 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 ...
Thanks Steve Abe 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, my name is Abe. I was born in Kenya Africa. My grand parents came from India. At the age of 17 years I moved to London UK. I am retired. At the moment I am in Angeles City Philippines, I have been 3 years in Angeles. Read More
Passport Renewal
Hello, I am sending my passport for renewal to UK, it will take more then 10 weeks. I have been in the Philippines for 3 years on 2 months visa extensions. What happens when my passport does not arrive in time for visa. Read More