john w adams
@Okieboy
American expat in the Philippines
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American
Lives in Calinan Davao City
Speaks english
Registration: 20 October 2011
Tariffs for Everyone by mugtech
Saw the amount for Philippines goods going into the USA is 17%. I know some clothing gets shipped to the USA. Wonder what other products are involved. Saw the rate for Vietnam is 46%, supposedly they had about $100 billion worth of ...
There should be zero tariffs. 50 countries have already agreed to the zero tarrifs Read More
Rodrigo Duterte arrested. by Lotus Eater
The former president of the Philippines Rodrigo Duterte has been arrested in Manila by the ICC (International criminal court)Chickens finally coming home to roost Rod?
@hmorris70 Isreal is not a member nation of the ICC, the Philippines was at the time of the alleged crime, even if you leave you are still liable for crimes committed when you were a member Read More
Buying condos as investments? by Zodel
Not sure if anyone is successful in doing this here. In the United States real estate investor’s is very competitive. All though I haven’t had to evict anyone in a while I was wondering what the process is in makati? Also I was ...
During an earthquake here in Davao a few years ago 2 condos were damaged so bad the residents were not allowed to return, the worst thing they are going to have to pay for the demolition Read More
Rodrigo Duterte arrested. by Lotus Eater
The former president of the Philippines Rodrigo Duterte has been arrested in Manila by the ICC (International criminal court)Chickens finally coming home to roost Rod?
Duterte was arrested at the airport when he returned from Hong Kong on a warrant from Interpol the Philippines had no choice Read More
American ex-pats social security payments. by FindlayMacD
Now that Elon Musk has taken over the US Treasury Payments System and installed his own people in there to run it, his own people being a bunch of 6 kids he calls IT Specialists, all aged between 18 to 24, are any of the American ex-pats on here ...
@FindlayMacD Over 100,000 Government employees have your information, if you have ever used PayPal Musk has your information, the employees of banks, credit card companies all have your information, my granddaughter a newly hired analyst for the ... Read More
American ex-pats social security payments. by FindlayMacD
Now that Elon Musk has taken over the US Treasury Payments System and installed his own people in there to run it, his own people being a bunch of 6 kids he calls IT Specialists, all aged between 18 to 24, are any of the American ex-pats on here ...
@FindlayMacD Over 100,000 people have access to your information, if you ever used PayPal Musk already has your information, Musk has nothing to do with your social security funds unless your over 150 Read More
Jollibee the favourite brand in Southeast Asia by PalawOne
Jollibee is the favourite brand in Southeast Asia :) By Meg J. Adonis / Philippine Daily Inquirer / October 25, 2024https://business.inquirer.net/486433/biz-buzz-oh-joy-jollibee-is-fave-brand-in-southeast-asiaThe iconic Chickenjoy is taking the ...
@PalawOne McDonald's is owned 100% by a Filipino corporation, I don't know how it operates as far as real estate, as McDonald's USA is in the real estate business not selling burgers, Jolly bee should go and see how McDonald's operates, half as many ... Read More
my personal motorcycle shipped from USA, Los Angeles area to Manila by lookingglas2
heard bad stories about trying to ship a bike from USA to Philippines. Who as info for me. just want the most important, how much does it cost, how long does it take, and how long to get here.
There is 100% tax on vehicles Read More
my personal motorcycle shipped from USA, Los Angeles area to Manila by lookingglas2
heard bad stories about trying to ship a bike from USA to Philippines. Who as info for me. just want the most important, how much does it cost, how long does it take, and how long to get here.
@colin wright How will you get it registered Read More
GCash Newbie - Canada to Philippine and vice versa by chris_j11
i'm currently in Canada - flying to Philippines in a few monthsi just sign up to gcash using my canada phone #😀questions to gcash expert:- what are all the options i can cash-in / load cash to my gcash here in Canada- can someone in PHL send ...
I have two gcash accounts, they charge after a certain limit to cash out, so I have two, I would not use it like a bank account, there has been trouble with money missing from accounts, I have BDO debit and credit card but put money in gcash to ... Read More
Renew US Passport Online by PalawOne
Some countries require your passport must be valid for at least six months after the start of a trip, so you may need to renew your passport sooner than you think."Why Right Now Is the Best Time To Renew Your US Passport""US passport processing ...
@PalawOne I had mine renewed in 2018, at that time I had to get a bank transfer from BDO fill out a form, send old passport to American embassy in Manila, got the new one and old one back in about two weeks it was $105 USD than Read More
GCASH Requirements by avedisiandavid
Okay I know.... I'm an idiot but....I thought that I could set up a GCash account prior to my arrival in the Philippines next month. But, it tells me that I must be a Philippines citizen? Is this true?
@avedisiandavid If your permanent resident, no problem use your I card as ID I have two gcash accounts and one Pay maya Read More
Pig farm starting up in Philippines by renegadesric529
Could anyone give me some more info on pig far
@renegadesric529 I use to raise for my own consumption, so cost if feed was not that big of a problem, you cannot make much buying commercial feed you would have to produce your own feed, I know a few pig farmers who make a living off of pigs but ... Read More
Online Passport Renewal by Moon Dog
Just received my new passport here in the US that I ordered 11 days ago. It was supposed to take "6 to 8 weeks". The info page is now plastic with some raised characters. I will have to have my SRRV transferred to the new passport next time I'm in ...
@Moon Dog use your old passport if you need to show your visa that is what I do Read More
Online Passport Renewal by Moon Dog
Just received my new passport here in the US that I ordered 11 days ago. It was supposed to take "6 to 8 weeks". The info page is now plastic with some raised characters. I will have to have my SRRV transferred to the new passport next time I'm in ...
Renewed my passport here in the Philippines, no problem went to BDO got a dollar transfer to US Embassy sent with my old passport by courier, received my new and old passport back in two weeks by courier Read More
Just another "Expat in Baguio City" post by BOONDOCK-SAINT
I live in the PNW of the US, I'm not cut out for severe heat. I have aspiration of spending time in Baguio, the opinion changes frequently depending on which video I watched last.Anyhoo, I would like to know from people who actually live in Baguio ...
Look at Davao city and surrounding areas transportation no problem I live 30 kilometres from Davao in the province, if your really looking peaceful and quite 45 minutes cool and rain in the mountains, bus to Davao less than $1.50 run all night Read More
Crimes of moral turpitude by karpingary69
Philippines law says they won't allow a passported visitor with a conviction for crimes of moral turpitude.What are those crimes.Do they enforce it for a 14 day visit.I have a passport and tickets for a 14 day stay.I have a felony conviction for ...
The Philippines has no way to check your criminal record on arrival, unless you have a hold by a Government or Interpol, they could get your record but it would take time and they would need a good reason to go thru the trouble, I have had dealings ... Read More
Your Best Advice? by PalawOne
`Hi there everyone,Having just responded to an Expat.com private message, I thought members might like to read and write the best advice that we can give Forum members. So Philippines Forum members .. what's your very best newbie ...
Take your time for sure, even if you buy a place in both you and your wife's name if she dies her part is covered by Filipino law and the foreigner is not the first on the list of heirs, I have had a few apartments in Davao city in the range of 4 ... Read More
Bit complicated but here goes, MARRIAGE TP FILIPINA IN THAILAND
You can get a divorce in your home country, you are than legal to remarry, your X would have to have the divorce registered to be able to remarry Read More
Drink driving conviction by Magicgrey258
Does anyone know if a 25 yr old drink driving conviction acts as a bar for a retirement visa under the “no criminal record” requirement? Please do not provide answers requiring marriage to a Filipino citizen or an anecdotal response ...
Normally it would go off your record after 10 years Read More
What's your take riding a motorcycle in the Philippines as an expat? by Jackson4
Now as an older person with more time on my hands and a little more cash in my pocket, this wild man in me wanting to ride a motorcycle in the Philippines to feel the wind in my remaining hair. What's your experience?
@pnwcyclistand in Davao motorcycle are involved in check points, cars will be allowed to pass but better have all your paperwork for motorcycle, I ride in north Cotobato and no checks once your past Kidapawn, after that no helmet, driver's licences, ... Read More
Price to notarise a land lease in the Philippines by martazietara
Hello, Does anyone know how much it costs to notarise a land lease in the Philippines? I will be grateful for information. I talked to lawyers from Manila and they gave me a terribly high price and I wonder if it's not too high a price for preparing ...
I would think a license real estate agent could get the lease typed up, and probably knows a lawyer to sign it, I have had documents made by a lawyer for as little as 500 pesos Read More
Return Ticket Exemptions by Moon Dog
This will be the first time I will enter the Philippines without needing a return ticket. I will be availing of the balikbayan visa. This is stated in article 11 of the BI Travel Requirements: "11. Who are exempt from the return ticket ...
@bigpearl it depends on the bank I had a joint account with my wife at BDO they took my Filipino driver's licences as ID Read More
Return Ticket Exemptions by Moon Dog
This will be the first time I will enter the Philippines without needing a return ticket. I will be availing of the balikbayan visa. This is stated in article 11 of the BI Travel Requirements: "11. Who are exempt from the return ticket ...
@danfinn the BB stamp is better if you and your wife leave the country very much, my wife works out of the country and I go to Vietnam 2 or 3 times a year if your on a visa such as 13A it cost you 2800 every time you leave, where with the stamp no ... Read More
13a Visa Process I experienced 2022 Manilla by PNodens
I know there is another post about the process of applying for a 13a visa but I just did this week and since my experience was vastly different I decided to start an updated thread. This will be a bit long.So before going to immigration here is ...
@PNodens. The process is different from office to office some go a lot further than others but it is Manila that decides if you get the 13A, I was turned down the first time because I didn't sign my full middle name on my marriage certificate, but ... Read More
Entry Concern by s68181373
Greetings,This my first post. I'm not seeking legal advice. It's nice to still read viewpoints, opinions, or personal experiences. I never traveled internationally before in my life. I received an invite from friend to meet her family and see a ...
@s68181373. You have no worries, unless the FBI has a hold on your passport, and you will find that out when you go to board, the Philippines has no way to check criminal records at immigration Read More
Most Reliable Way to Send Important Documents to the Philippines by Moon Dog
I have several apostilled documents I will be sending to my wife in the Philippines in a couple weeks for the purpose of adopting a child. Does anyone know of a reliable mail service that does not involve PhilPost? I'm in a remote area of West ...
It has been years but I sent some documents to the Philippines thru Philippines Airlines but you have to take them to their office at the airport, I send things here in the Philippines thru Cebu Pacific but the person has to pick them up at the ... Read More
Staying 6 Months, Question about Clearance Checks before you leave by livinginsea
I have just started researching retiring in the Philippines. I was watching a youtube video at the weekend and it mentioned that if you need to get a Clearance Check before you leave if you have stayed more than 6 months in the Philippines. If you ...
@Lotus Eater. If your looking cooler weather, here in Mindanao there are places in the hinder lands that are cool, I have to wear a jacket in the evening, fog and rain a lot even snow at one time, not much but a little, you can check out the areas ... Read More
Foreign driver license conversion by Filamretire
So I'm in Philippines now and have 90 days to use my US driver license. I want to convert it but need ACR-I card. I am on balikbayan one year visa. Went to immigration and they wont give me an ACR -I card since I have one year on visa. I said I will ...
@danfinn your delusional how long have you been here, every part of the Philippines has it's own rules and regulations, what comes out of Manila means nothing in Davao or Cotobato Read More
Foreign driver license conversion by Filamretire
So I'm in Philippines now and have 90 days to use my US driver license. I want to convert it but need ACR-I card. I am on balikbayan one year visa. Went to immigration and they wont give me an ACR -I card since I have one year on visa. I said I will ...
@danfinn it is printed on my license just passing on what happened to me Read More
Foreign driver license conversion by Filamretire
So I'm in Philippines now and have 90 days to use my US driver license. I want to convert it but need ACR-I card. I am on balikbayan one year visa. Went to immigration and they wont give me an ACR -I card since I have one year on visa. I said I will ...
@danfinngood I wasn't going to get it anyway, I am 81 still ride my motorcycle, but will give that up soon, I can ride ok, it is Filipinos that have a problem, they can't judge distance or speed, and they never learn how to drive, they go buy a ... Read More
Foreign driver license conversion by Filamretire
So I'm in Philippines now and have 90 days to use my US driver license. I want to convert it but need ACR-I card. I am on balikbayan one year visa. Went to immigration and they wont give me an ACR -I card since I have one year on visa. I said I will ...
@yiqipoi just renewed my license in March, no test of any kind just medical, in and out in a few hours, but now you are required to have a medical every 3 years it is on my license Read More
Can an ex-felon, married to a Filipina move to and live in Cebu? by sharpedan70
I am going to be married to my Filipina girlfriend but I have a criminal background. We want to live in Cebu City. What are my requirements?
I don't think the Philippines checks the background on those coming to the Philippines, if you are on a wanted list by the FBI or Interpol maybe they have that, over the years I have saw wanted criminals captured in he Philippines with the PNP and ... Read More
I'm looking to buy a business in the Philippines. Any advice? by JustCallMeJoe
I haven't visited the Philippines ever. But I'm going to fix that. I'll make one or two exploratory trips and do some investigation before applying for an SRRV. Once all that's done, I want to buy a business. I have 40+ years of business experience ...
My neighbour has the only 7/11 in Calinan Davao city, it is small but he is doing good, he started with about 5 million pesos Read More
Foreign driver license conversion by Filamretire
So I'm in Philippines now and have 90 days to use my US driver license. I want to convert it but need ACR-I card. I am on balikbayan one year visa. Went to immigration and they wont give me an ACR -I card since I have one year on visa. I said I will ...
@danfinn you are so wrong, anything is possible, the corruption has not changed, a little did when Duterte was president, but as I said things are back as usual, I have saw so many things happen , some so crazy hard to believe, my neighbours brother ... Read More
Foreign driver license conversion by Filamretire
So I'm in Philippines now and have 90 days to use my US driver license. I want to convert it but need ACR-I card. I am on balikbayan one year visa. Went to immigration and they wont give me an ACR -I card since I have one year on visa. I said I will ...
@danfinn. There is no test for a motorbike indorsement, when I had my foreign license converted I told him I ride a motorbike he added it on, as far as I know there is no driving test of any kind , at least not in Davao Read More
Foreign driver license conversion by Filamretire
So I'm in Philippines now and have 90 days to use my US driver license. I want to convert it but need ACR-I card. I am on balikbayan one year visa. Went to immigration and they wont give me an ACR -I card since I have one year on visa. I said I will ...
@danfinn I received the 10 years license, I did see a computer with different traffic signs on the screen, I guess it could be used for a test, every LTO has it's own rules, and anything is possible, a friend of mine bought a new car, the next day ... Read More
Foreign driver license conversion by Filamretire
So I'm in Philippines now and have 90 days to use my US driver license. I want to convert it but need ACR-I card. I am on balikbayan one year visa. Went to immigration and they wont give me an ACR -I card since I have one year on visa. I said I will ...
@nickfisher0640 I just renewed my license, no test, from what I hear from others no test in any LTO in Davao City or surrounding province Read More
Foreign driver license conversion by Filamretire
So I'm in Philippines now and have 90 days to use my US driver license. I want to convert it but need ACR-I card. I am on balikbayan one year visa. Went to immigration and they wont give me an ACR -I card since I have one year on visa. I said I will ...
@mikenmanila no more driving test in Davao to get license renewal Read More
Foreign driver license conversion by Filamretire
So I'm in Philippines now and have 90 days to use my US driver license. I want to convert it but need ACR-I card. I am on balikbayan one year visa. Went to immigration and they wont give me an ACR -I card since I have one year on visa. I said I will ...
@mikenmanila. Philippines is back to normal, fixers are alive and well at LTO, BOI, NSO just had a visit a few weeks ago, Duterte put a stop in most of those to fixers, but I did notice at LTO the fixers are not outside, they are inside working for ... Read More
Passengers denied entry into Philippines stuck at NAIA by danfinn
As we all know, if someone tries to come in and they are on some list, they will not let you in. I still find it worthy to post this information.Story by MARIZ UMALI, GMA Integrated News • 1d •Some arrivals at NAIA Terminal 1 are now stuck ...
@Enzyte Bob. Usually your visa is check when you go to board a flight if it is one way ticket Read More
Passengers denied entry into Philippines stuck at NAIA by danfinn
As we all know, if someone tries to come in and they are on some list, they will not let you in. I still find it worthy to post this information.Story by MARIZ UMALI, GMA Integrated News • 1d •Some arrivals at NAIA Terminal 1 are now stuck ...
@Lotus Eater. No most records are state records, the FBI has access to those records but they do not allow foreign Governments access, the Philippines would be the last country you would want to have access to FBI data base, as corrupt as the DOI, ... Read More
Passengers denied entry into Philippines stuck at NAIA by danfinn
As we all know, if someone tries to come in and they are on some list, they will not let you in. I still find it worthy to post this information.Story by MARIZ UMALI, GMA Integrated News • 1d •Some arrivals at NAIA Terminal 1 are now stuck ...
I doubt the Philippines has access to the FBI data base, wanted criminals are caught by FBI in the Philippines with help from PNP but it is after they have entered the country, they know when your passport is scanned you have entered the Philippines Read More
Passengers denied entry into Philippines stuck at NAIA
I doubt the Philippines has access to the FBI data base, wanted criminals are caught by FBI in the Philippines with help from PNP but it is after they have entered the country, they know when your passport is scanned you have entered the Philippines Read More
Who can I complain to about my attorney by Jay1465
can anyone tell me is there a governing body who I can complain to about the poor service my attorney in the Philippines is providing he's costing me more money because he didn't read the court papers and because there were so many mistakes ...
@Petersanlawyers are not a big problem they are usually taken out of they cross the wrong person, it is judges that make a low salary and supplement there salary by taking payoffs Read More
Passengers denied entry into Philippines stuck at NAIA by danfinn
As we all know, if someone tries to come in and they are on some list, they will not let you in. I still find it worthy to post this information.Story by MARIZ UMALI, GMA Integrated News • 1d •Some arrivals at NAIA Terminal 1 are now stuck ...
@danfinnit is just as easy to enter the Philippines as it is the United States, thousands are here illegally maybe millions with so many islands and boats it is easy to enter Read More
Waste Management in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As an expat in the Philippines, waste management can often pose challenges and requires an understanding of local standards and regulations. Understanding local practices is essential for environmental compliance and seamless ...
@danfinnthere is no situation that can't be cured with enough pesos Read More
Passengers denied entry into Philippines stuck at NAIA by danfinn
As we all know, if someone tries to come in and they are on some list, they will not let you in. I still find it worthy to post this information.Story by MARIZ UMALI, GMA Integrated News • 1d •Some arrivals at NAIA Terminal 1 are now stuck ...
@daytradersteve13you don't have to be a criminal to not be allowed in the Philippines, lot of tourist are not allowed to enter the Philippines because of their attitude at immigration Read More
Passengers denied entry into Philippines stuck at NAIA by danfinn
As we all know, if someone tries to come in and they are on some list, they will not let you in. I still find it worthy to post this information.Story by MARIZ UMALI, GMA Integrated News • 1d •Some arrivals at NAIA Terminal 1 are now stuck ...
@jozicathe only information the Philippines can get is FBI, local state records are not available, most crimes are not reported to the FBI, you can be convicted of a crime in any state and it not be on file with the FBI, that is a reason for those ... Read More
Passengers denied entry into Philippines stuck at NAIA by danfinn
As we all know, if someone tries to come in and they are on some list, they will not let you in. I still find it worthy to post this information.Story by MARIZ UMALI, GMA Integrated News • 1d •Some arrivals at NAIA Terminal 1 are now stuck ...
@danfinnyes it is the obligation of the airline to return them to their point of departure, over 3000 is not that many, over 1200 Filipinos are off loaded every day, the Philippines is one of the few countries that do not let their citizens travel ... Read More
Waste Management in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As an expat in the Philippines, waste management can often pose challenges and requires an understanding of local standards and regulations. Understanding local practices is essential for environmental compliance and seamless ...
No problem at all here in the province, you did a big hole put your trash in and burn it, food waist there is always an animal around to get it, when the hole is full of ash you dig another Read More
An Independent Mindanao? by danfinn
DAVAO CITY, Philippines – While opposing the people’s initiative for charter change which he believes is orchestrated by the Marcos administration, former President Rodrigo Duterte says he is pushing the idea to secede Mindanao. He bared ...
All Rodrigo Duterte has to do is make it long enough for Sara to become President, or maybe he will run as vice President Read More
If I bring a PC on an airplane, will I still be charged customs taxes? by Arcadieus
Trying to figure a way around paying 12% through customs. Anyone have any other ideas?
@Arcadieus last time I came back from USA I had a new laptop I didn't declare, when I came to customs they had an x-ray machine people put their luggage in, but there was a sign next to it that said permanent Resident with an arrow i went thru there ... Read More
USA Taxes yr1 retired and Social Security by Larry Fisher
Biggest question: Should I file with foreign address? I'm having trouble finding guidance on this. I do have a US (Nevada) address and bank accounts. All my money is basically in the US and my Social Security goes to my US bank.Possible caveats?: I ...
I had part b for a few years but I always used the VA I ask why they didn't bill Medicare, they said they can't , but now I hear they can bill Medicare, before what I paid for Medicare was deducted from my income total at VA Read More
Cities In Mindanao that are Safe to Visit by moonunit0103
It seems like I have been chatting several women who live in Davao, General Santos, Kudurat City, Cagayun de Or, and Ozamiz. I have seen the State Department warnings from last year. Have things settled down? I am fond of my head and don't ...
@moonunit0103I travel a lot in north Cotobato, Kidapawn, Antipas, Arakan, I have friends further south but we meet north, my wife's family have a vacation area south but they hire armed guards when the go there, I never tag along Read More
What is your Electric Bill like ? by frankanderson
Just wondering, I am starting to suspect Condo's pay a lot more for electricity than a house. My missus inform me that its possible that condo tenants pay commercial prices, similar to stores and businesses. If that's right, that's ...
Got my bill today 925 peso no Aircon, just hot and cold water dispenser fans, ref, I use solar lights Read More
Military medical discharge/marriage/visa? by tonyuk6340
i'll try to keep this brief and i would be eternally grateful for some solid direct advice and planning..Im 37, UK soldier, now about to go through the medical discharge route (brain injury/anxiety/PTSD, i'll be fine and pose no risk to myself or ...
There use to be a visa where you only had to have served in the military not retired, you deposit $1500 the process was about $ 1400 the annual fee was $10 but I heard they had trouble with some individual's obtaining this visa, and last I heard ... Read More
What's your take riding a motorcycle in the Philippines as an expat? by Jackson4
Now as an older person with more time on my hands and a little more cash in my pocket, this wild man in me wanting to ride a motorcycle in the Philippines to feel the wind in my remaining hair. What's your experience?
I ride in the province, not in Davao, I go to my rest house in Cotobato on my motorcycle, it is the fastest way 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 ...
@Enzyte Bob maybe in UK but not USA, and when the vice President and other Government officials go to Singapore for healthcare that should tell you something about the medical care in the Philippines 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 ...
@Enzyte Bobyes he has money and covered 100% by insurance in his home country, why take a chance in the Philippines, doesn't make sense, the level of medical care in the Philippines is third world, I go to a local doctor educated in the USA for ... 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 ...
Personally there is no hospital in the Philippines that I would have any major surgery, I had a friend of mine pass away 3 months ago, he had open heart surgery at what was supposed to be one of the best hospital in the Philippines, I tried to talk ... Read More
13a visa letter from my wife by steph21
hello everyone, so im starting my 13a visa and my wife need to write a letter but what theletter must say? i have know idea what she must say? dose some one who did this can help me? thanks
You can get the letter from an Attorney it cost 500 pesos in Davao you get 5 copies Read More
13a visa letter from my wife by steph21
hello everyone, so im starting my 13a visa and my wife need to write a letter but what theletter must say? i have know idea what she must say? dose some one who did this can help me? thanks
An attorney will do this for around 500 peso, at least in Davao, let him do it Read More
Suing my sons mother by Jason Mclaughlin
Hello all. I would love your feedback about the local barangay and the court process in the philippines. The mother of my child broke our agreement to give our child American citizenship. She has already stole from me five times while trying to bond ...
There is no problem in the Philippines that can't be solved, with enough pesos Read More
Buying land with no Philippines bank account. by Filamretire
Currently in the US and thinking for my Filipina dual national wife to buy land in Philippines. We dont have any Philippine bank account and cannot open one without a Philippine address. Do I take my lumps and wire from a US bank to a Philippine ...
@AlbertaDonuts I have an account with BDO, as a permanent resident no problem Read More
Onward Ticket by Lat61
If you're not a Filipino Citizen, you can't just fly one way into the Philippines. You need to purchase a roundtrip or onward ticket before flying or you will be left at the gate. Exception to this rule is any children 15 years or younger with their ...
@Lat61 permanent residents do not need a round trip ticket, they always check my visa to make sure I am a resident before I board, most airlines will sell one way ticket, you need an onward ticket, usually a throw away to complete your trip, ... Read More
Bringing surplus auto parts to Philippines specifically manila by ADM group
Hi guys, It's a very interesting thread. I am wondering with the situation now, year 2017 and a new administration, can someone give some info on bringing surplus auto parts to Philippines specifically manila. I mean, the way on how it is ...
@Scott Myers I don't think it would be a very ĝood idea,all the red tape,and hands in customs you have to grease it could turn into a nightmare, a few years ago Manny Pacquiao had three containers of used clothing Sent to the Philippines from ... Read More
concrete hollow block mold by Dave & Ruby
I'm looking to buy a single concrete hollow block mold or a multiple concrete hollow block machine for building my walls for our house. I would like the size of the mold to be 400mm (long) x 200mm (wide) x 200mm (high).
@Dave & Ruby by the time you buy the mold, the cement to make the blocks, cement to fill the blocks, cement to plaster in and out, you could just about pour a 4 inch solid wall, my neighbor did just that when he remodeled his single story to a ... Read More
13a Visa Process I experienced 2022 Manilla by PNodens
I know there is another post about the process of applying for a 13a visa but I just did this week and since my experience was vastly different I decided to start an updated thread. This will be a bit long.So before going to immigration here is ...
Yes it depends on where you are when you apply, it was years ago for me, just the list of documents, best have them done by a lawyer, one who is on the list to do immigration, when they see his name there is no problem, after all the documents. ... Read More
I'm looking to buy a business in the Philippines. Any advice? by JustCallMeJoe
I haven't visited the Philippines ever. But I'm going to fix that. I'll make one or two exploratory trips and do some investigation before applying for an SRRV. Once all that's done, I want to buy a business. I have 40+ years of business experience ...
@JustCallMeJoe yes your in the wrong page,a small business you might find some help Read More
Wood working/building things by aalottjr
I am locating to PI close to Davao and want to know if I can get wood to make things like Bunk bed Cabinets Bookcases 2 x 4 Ok
@aalottjr yes a very good supply of lumber in Davao city they are located in Coca-Cola village in Davao city Read More
how much i can earn with raise a pig by giovannigio
i would like to ask expat people if someone know, how much it is possible to earn if i buy a baby pig for 1500, o 2500 php and then raise it , and then sell it when it is 100 kilo? thanks
If you raise your own feed, you can do ok but buying commercial feed not so good, I use to raise pigs for my self, no profit you just get better meat Read More
US Companies with work positions in Philippines by latino123
Hello, I have been looking companies in the US that have operations in Philippines. However, when I run searches in their career pages specifying Philippines, the jobs are for the people in PH. I am looking for some sort of position with travel ...
@Kampkos104 using filipino labor, the military base in Guam using filipino labor Read More
US Companies with work positions in Philippines by latino123
Hello, I have been looking companies in the US that have operations in Philippines. However, when I run searches in their career pages specifying Philippines, the jobs are for the people in PH. I am looking for some sort of position with travel ...
At one time you could go on the bureau of Immigration site, they had a page where work visas were approved the name of the person and name of the company were listed there Read More
I'm looking to buy a business in the Philippines. Any advice? by JustCallMeJoe
I haven't visited the Philippines ever. But I'm going to fix that. I'll make one or two exploratory trips and do some investigation before applying for an SRRV. Once all that's done, I want to buy a business. I have 40+ years of business experience ...
They won't post my comment, so here it is simple, do not go into business in the Philippines Read More
I'm looking to buy a business in the Philippines. Any advice? by JustCallMeJoe
I haven't visited the Philippines ever. But I'm going to fix that. I'll make one or two exploratory trips and do some investigation before applying for an SRRV. Once all that's done, I want to buy a business. I have 40+ years of business experience ...
Some small business where you do not deal with the public yourself, might be ok, but remember if your competing against a Filipino they have a way to stop competition, even Filipinos are not safe, your life is worth nothing, people are murdered ... Read More
13a Permanent visa to citizenship by Greyrock74
I’m thinking of getting married to a Filipino woman. I work out in the UAE teaching and only spend time in the Philippines three times each year visiting her. I know the first step is to sort out documents and get married. I think then I can ...
Unless you can hold dual citizenship, you would never want to be a filipino citizen, the Philippines along with N Korea, and Cuba do not let there citizens travel freely, a filipino must go thru an interview if they are leaving ... Read More
Build or Buy a house? by 66stryker66
My wife and I both US Citizen (but planning to get dual citizenship) is planning to retire in 3yrs or less at age 58. Also coming with us is my mother. I made up my mind to go back home in Davao, I am planning to either build a house or buy in Eden ...
One thing to remember, even you and your wife buy property and build a house, if she dies her part is covered by Filipino law, your are going to have a partner, unless she has no children mother or father Read More
25+ year old Misdemeanor and SRRV by DocTony
Hello all,As the topic briefly states, I had a misdemeanor for theft back in 1997. It was a stupid misunderstanding that I plead guilty to because I was afraid that since I had just arrived in the state, they would consider me a flight risk and ...
Are you in the same state that the incident occurred, the only police clearance you need is from the state you currently live in, it might not be on record get a copy of the police report in your state, it is crazy all they need is a police ... Read More
Expired 13a ACR - been away from PH by marveltravel
Hi all,Due to COVID, we have not been able to come back to the Philippines and my ACR card has expired. Does anyone know or have encountered renewing their ACR recently?
@Andy_1963 there is no ARC required if your on the BB stamp the stamp is good for one year, you don't go to immigration at all Read More
13 A None Quota Immigrant Visa by Marriage (probationary) by omarwebber111
Dear All , I've finally, after 2.5 years of staying here (part of that was a year balik bayan + visa extensions throughout) started my 13 A process! From the checklist, it seems the most challenging part of applying for the 13A is the NBI clearance! ...
@omarwebber111 it use to be stamped in your passport, I still need to carry my old passport with the stamp in it , when I fly from USA the airline wants to see it if your flying one way Read More
5 Year Permanent Resident 13A, ACR1 card RENEWAL by vehicross100
Has anyone RECENTLY visited the Main BI branch to renew there 13A, 5 YEAR PERMANENT ACR1 Card ?Seems to be a lot of confusion between a TOURIST ACR1, PROBATIONARY, AND PERMANENT.So I am Only asking for those who have actually RENEWED the 13A, ACR1 ...
@vehicross100 it has been a few years when I renewed my visa at 5 years, not expensive, the only thing you need a copy of the order making your visa permanent from probationary maybe still need it maybe not Read More
Moving to the Philippines and leasing a coffeeshop/resort? by Karla
Hello everybody :) My husband and I would love to move to the Philippines next year for a year or two. It is just to get away from the western lifestyle, so we are aiming for a simple living. However, spending a whole year in a hammock is not our ...
@pinaymentor beware of resorts, renting no problem, but getting a permit to open is all politics, I have two resorts close to me owned by Filipinos,nice places, they have not received a permit to operate, it has been five years, so beware Read More
Learning new language by Zyrena
Zyrena: evening every one on Expat... On the supplied Expat language list there is no Philippine language... I am interested in Learning and Speaking Philippine Visayan language respectfully
Well I have never been there, it has a population of under 4000. Only about 64 people over 65, I doubt they speak tagalog. Bisaya most likely and some dialects of who knows what, I just picked up what I know from locals, but my neighbors speak ... 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?
Going now to USA from Davao city, nothing required going to Manila, a form telling your destination submitted to Airline for trace, no test or vaccine for Americans, non citizens must have vaccine, permanent resident clearance at airport 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
@jwrock1205 well the fast way to annulment is thru a Muslim court, my brother in law an American divorced his wife, I never really found out how he accomplished it, but he did and is remarried to a another woman, he is not Muslim so I have no ... 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
@onefogarty she can file a case, that is about all that will be done Read More
Absurdity of Looking for Work in the Philippines by drjs
I acquired my spousal visa in the Philippines a couple of months ago and started looking for work. Since I'm not Filipino, I knew it would be difficult.First you have to deal with the fact that several companies flat out refuse to hire anybody who ...
The facts, most Filipinos are not up to the western standards, especially in the construction trades, we would never hire a Filipino in the construction trades, they are slow and don't know how to figure out a better and faster way of doing things, ... 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 ...
I have not heard anything about the German, his story was so full of different things, he told the counselor he wants to stay in the Philippines, he had a woman and a place but she left him, he is looking for work, but I am sure he has overstayed ... 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 ...
@kristopherryanwatson There was an American Consulate office in Cebu at one time, not sure if it is still in operation Read More
Magnitude 7.2 earthquake-strikes-luzon-philippiness-emsc-2022-07-27/ by manwonder
News Just In :https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/magnitude-72-earthquake-strikes-luzon-philippines-emsc-2022-07-27/Take Care & Stay Safe
Bad thing if you own one of those condos and they consider it not safe to live in after an earthquake, I guess you just loose, we had two in Davao city after the quake that were not safe so the residents had to leave, I guess they are lucky they ... Read More
Beware of clear title by Okieboy
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@telmano2003 in some areas I have heard the foreigner can have his name on the contract but not on the deed, your wife's part is governed by filipino law in case of her death, her children and parents are first Read More
Beware of clear title
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Investing in the Philippines by Diksha
Hello everyone, During your expatriation in the Philippines, you might have been made aware of interesting investment schemes (local or international). Whether one wants to make money grow, protect oneself or prepare for retirement, investment is ...
@kernow2017 my wife worked for some Indian money lenders for many years, they loose very little money, they have people that collect money from those who are slow paying, my wife was a collector in the markets in Davao, her daily collection was ... 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 ...
I received the message from the Embassy representative and I have notified the Counselor to contact them Read More
German national stranded
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 ... Read More
cost of a plumber by bebelynaccessdoors
What does a plumber charge per hour?
@GuestPoster285 where I live in Oklahoma we use a lot of Mexican workers, start 7 no break 15 minute lunch they carry it in their pocket, and hard working in Hot sun only a hat, I tell my Filipino workers if they went to the USA to work they ... Read More
cost of a plumber by bebelynaccessdoors
What does a plumber charge per hour?
I don't think they have license plumbers in the Philippines, I never see any advertising, only septic cleaning and they do that by hand, same thing Electricians they are licensed but no inspection Read More
Do you still ride in jeepneys, buses, tricycles, taxis, pedicabs? by Timo62
For about eleven years we rode in jeepneys, tricycles, taxis and buses when here in the Philippines. We saved a lot of money by using all that public transportation. Then, about a year ago, we bought a second hand Honda Odyssey van. The van is far ...
@Moon Dog I had a sidecar on my motorcycle about 8 years ago and it was convenient , but my son started driving and hit everything he could so I sold it Read More
Do you still ride in jeepneys, buses, tricycles, taxis, pedicabs? by Timo62
For about eleven years we rode in jeepneys, tricycles, taxis and buses when here in the Philippines. We saved a lot of money by using all that public transportation. Then, about a year ago, we bought a second hand Honda Odyssey van. The van is far ...
I ride jeepny, tricycle and motorcycle all the time, I have a motorcycle and go back and forth to pick up things, but I am thinking of selling it I am almost 80 and have been riding motorcycles from age 14, I still have good control but sooner or ... Read More