jozica
American expat in the Philippines
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About me
American
Lives in Cebu City, Central Visayas
Registration: 22 January 2024
BENEFICIARY, IRS & TAXES by vehicross100
My wife is the beneficiary of my retirement funds.(NOT talking about SS, but CALPERS)She currently has a ITIN just for tax purposes, but assume she will lose her eligibility for this once I pass.Question is this, Her being a non US citizen and never ...
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BENEFICIARY, IRS & TAXES by vehicross100
My wife is the beneficiary of my retirement funds.(NOT talking about SS, but CALPERS)She currently has a ITIN just for tax purposes, but assume she will lose her eligibility for this once I pass.Question is this, Her being a non US citizen and never ...
Why ? I already have my answers as I noted above… - @vehicross100Oh really? Why? Because you wrote:3) File with Calpers using form W-8BEN and the tax will be reduced. But no where can I find where is it documented as to ... Read More
Where can one find long term luxury rental ? by Valeriecastellana
Where are upscale luxury rentals for expat couple expecting to live in Manila or nearby suburb for 2 years as a company employee for husband and wife retired. Rentals available online seem dark without much natural light and rental furniture ...
Where are upscale luxury rentals for expat couple expecting to live in Manila or nearby suburb for 2 years as a company employee for husband and wife retired. Rentals available online seem dark without much natural light and rental furniture seems ... Read More
US Immigration/Banking by vehicross100
Finally after 10 years we made our first trip to the states. My Wife had absolutely no issues with Immigration. They asked where we are going, Took a look at our hotel reservations and said “Have a nice Trip”A few days later made a ...
jozica said . . . That makes a huge difference. Red MAGA states have the lowest literacy rates in the country and loosest guidelines for compliance to accommodate customers. ********************* Percentage wise California & New York lead the ... Read More
Typhoon Uwan by pnwcyclist
Back to back typhoons.. Cebu got slammed bad by Tino (Kalmaegi) last week. I hope everyone on Luzon is safe and sound this time around. Steve I just looked and it was over La Union, hope all are fine.
Was in Danao yesterday and Talisay the day before. Liloan got hit pretty bad. Cars and trucks washed off the road are still washed off the road and Talisay has areas with many roofless homes. Trees down everywhere, including my area. We had a power ... Read More
BENEFICIARY, IRS & TAXES by vehicross100
My wife is the beneficiary of my retirement funds.(NOT talking about SS, but CALPERS)She currently has a ITIN just for tax purposes, but assume she will lose her eligibility for this once I pass.Question is this, Her being a non US citizen and never ...
I would just ask Calpers and your U.S. tax accountant. Read More
What is the best SUV or pick up for very steep hills in Baguio City? by joey5552000
Asking for your suggestion or recommendation for an SUV or Pick up for very steep hills in Baguio City. Currently I am using an MG HS but not so much power especially in steep hills. Thank you
I always forget to check the dates! This is why I hate the policy of regurgitating old threads. Half of those expats are probably dead. Start new threads and get NEW updated input. Who cares if the topic was previously covered? Do it again. You guys ... Read More
US Immigration/Banking by vehicross100
Finally after 10 years we made our first trip to the states. My Wife had absolutely no issues with Immigration. They asked where we are going, Took a look at our hotel reservations and said “Have a nice Trip”A few days later made a ...
@danfinn "This seems like a troll to fire up a political discussion ..." LOL, I say those things to keep you guys on your toes."Do you know of any banks from red states whose compliance guidelines are more friendly to expats in the Philippines?"If ... Read More
What is the best SUV or pick up for very steep hills in Baguio City? by joey5552000
Asking for your suggestion or recommendation for an SUV or Pick up for very steep hills in Baguio City. Currently I am using an MG HS but not so much power especially in steep hills. Thank you
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Amazon Availability in the Philippines? by swt90alum
I saw there are two Amazon warehouses in the Philippines, but as I understand it, Amazon does not "deliver" to the Philippines...is this true? Also, if Amazon does not deliver to the Philippines...are there any on-line delivery services that do ...
Last year Amazon opened a 595,000 sq ft distribution center on Oahu and a 42,000 sq ft center is due to open next year on Kauai. Was hoping that will help supply the Phils but most of my stuff still comes from the mainland, mostly California. As far ... Read More
Here we go again: It's the Philippines. by Enzyte Bob
I'm about to switch off my third internet provider (Converge).I've little or no internet for over three weeks now, Download .2 mbs upload 320 mbs. Customer service is non existent, just like so many of the other institutions and businesses. I've ...
Getting a TIN in Cebu City was a simple walk-in walk-out procedure. Took only minutes. Read More
What is the best SUV or pick up for very steep hills in Baguio City? by joey5552000
Asking for your suggestion or recommendation for an SUV or Pick up for very steep hills in Baguio City. Currently I am using an MG HS but not so much power especially in steep hills. Thank you
Ford makes the best trucks. There are the de facto benchmark that all other brands try to meet or beat but can never catch up. However, there are some hybrid Chinese trucks that are very tempting here in PH. I see something new every week. Read More
We got scammed on Shoppee by Jackson4
My wife had our property manager in the Philippines order bunk beds for our student rental units on Shoppee. I do not know how it happened but the vendor in Shoppee sent a message on Shoppee site to DM-Direct Message the vendor. Long story short, my ...
@Jackson4You got scammed OFF Shopee. Read More
US Immigration/Banking by vehicross100
Finally after 10 years we made our first trip to the states. My Wife had absolutely no issues with Immigration. They asked where we are going, Took a look at our hotel reservations and said “Have a nice Trip”A few days later made a ...
@Enzyte BobSurprised to hear they still use mail and paper checks. FTB and IRS direct deposit to my U.S. bank account. Read More
US Immigration/Banking by vehicross100
Finally after 10 years we made our first trip to the states. My Wife had absolutely no issues with Immigration. They asked where we are going, Took a look at our hotel reservations and said “Have a nice Trip”A few days later made a ...
@vehicross100You didn't mention which state you're banking at. That makes a huge difference. Red MAGA states have the lowest literacy rates in the country and loosest guidelines for compliance to accommodate customers. They also have the most guns. ... Read More
Wooden ladder by bitmonet
Hallo, I am posting this question on the forum because I no longer have the energy to search the internet for something as simple as where to buy a ladder in Cebu, Philippines, but not necessarily.I am considering buying a ladder in Europe and ...
The work here is atrocious, I agree, but there's a general lack of professionalism to everything here. Everything is island speed and island quality. But not much different in California when you hire Mexicans who can't fix or do anything without ... Read More
Wooden ladder by bitmonet
Hallo, I am posting this question on the forum because I no longer have the energy to search the internet for something as simple as where to buy a ladder in Cebu, Philippines, but not necessarily.I am considering buying a ladder in Europe and ...
In Cebu, there's a street I call "Bamboo St" that features several bamboo vendors that sell poles up to 24 ft long. It's actually in Tabunok, just south of the bridge, right after St Joseph's Church. They sell bamboo ladders as well but they look ... Read More
help: Medicare just got me. How to cancel? by Larry Fisher
October is my 65th birthday month. I have looked previously and thought I opted out of Medicare in advance. But alas, I got dinged on my Social Security check this month. Pisses me off. I can't find a ONLINE way to cancel it. I'm not going back. ...
"Some die after making contributions their whole working career and not reaching the age to have medicare."Like Charlie KI was told by an SSA agent if you have a foreign address Part B is automatically dropped.Is that untrue? Does using a PH address ... 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 ...
"I don't smoke or drink so my posts are of a clear mind, right or wrong. The drugs I take are probably the same as older expats would be taking. Isosorbide, Atorvastan, Metoprolol, Ramipril, Clopidogrel, Glipizide & Fozal." - @Enzyte BobYou ... 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 ...
Jozica said . . . . Two years? Not what your orange Elvis KingConDon promised rally after rally.Trump 2016 before the election:"My first day in office I'm going to ask Congress to put a bill on my desk. I hope we're going to surprise you with a ... 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 ...
mugtech said . . . . Bragging about nonsense. ******************************** So waste and fraud is nonsense? - @Enzyte BobFunny how you fake MAGA "patriots" care so much about fraud, you elected the biggest lifelong fraud to the White House. ... 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 ...
Well Steve I disagree with your OMO.It's a little premature on what President Trump did or did not do as he has been in office only 44 days. Some of his cabinet choices are still waiting confirmation.I suggest you come back in two years and give us ... Read More
SRRV agent: cost and recommendation? by Willis100
Hi, all: I'm certain that retaining an agent is the right thing to do when applying for an SRRV. Couple of questions:1) They used to be free. The couple of agents I've inquired with want to charge 500USD on top of government fees. Is this the new ...
Hi, all: I'm certain that retaining an agent is the right thing to do when applying for an SRRV. Couple of questions: 1) They used to be free. The couple of agents I've inquired with want to charge 500USD on top of government fees. Is this the new ... Read More
Disappointing Trip to Lander's Today by Enzyte Bob
Lander's in Arcovia finally opened after a fire in February. After the fire I shopped at Lander's BGC. It is on two floors and the aisle layouts were very confusing.So I started shopping at S&R BGC and now since Lander's Arcovia reopened, I ...
Ocean Naturals Albacore Solid White Tuna . . . GONE. Essentia water . . . GONE.One thing about Landers and S&R is if you find something you really like buy as much as you can. When supply runs out they may never get it again. The next bulk deal ... Read More
Relocation to Philippines by pacer
Dear all, I am planning to relocate to the Phils. I am Swiss currently based in Hong Kong. Relocation to Phils is not as easy as I thought and thus I am seeking some advise from anyone who has moved to the Phils before. The big issue I have is the ...
@Bigguy70That sounds crazy. How big are the boxes? Read More
50 Million Dollars for Condoms in Gaza Pulled Back by danfinn
Where the rubber meets the roadNews18: "The Donald Trump administration froze all foreign aid including millions of dollars-worth of US funding for “condoms in Gaza" following an executive order as per which all grants, loans and federal ...
First day on the job and Leavitt is already lying to impress the boss. Read More
Customs brokers movers in Cebu
Can anyone recommend a trustworthy customs broker and/or moving company in Cebu to pick up and deliver a container?Mine quit because he didn't want to handle SRRV tax exemption papers which are already completed and signed by PRA Makati. Read More
Planning/Thinking Ahead by Cherryann01
Are Filipinas good planners, do they look at the big picture?My g/f is currently on a 6 month contract working at a restaurant in Singapore. She had to pay for her own flights to get there to start with and I don't think she took the higher cost of ...
Are Filipinas good planners, do they look at the big picture? My g/f is currently on a 6 month contract working at a restaurant in Singapore. She had to pay for her own flights to get there to start with and I don't think she took the higher cost of ... Read More
A cautionary tale by Brojeslov
In 2020 I met a seemingly lovely young lady from Butuan City and things progressed quickly into a relationship. I never went to Butuan because she said it was boring and I've got insurance issues travelling to Mindanao, so we met elsewhere in places ...
My only rule for dating is never date a woman whose best friend is a fatty that never had a boyfriend but thinks she's an expert on men. Read More
BACK TO THE BASICS : A WEBSITE FOR EXPATS, BY EXPATS by Julien
Hi, Expat.com defines itself as "The living abroad website, by expats, for expats" We received too many complains these last days about locals systematically hijacking treads, posting ads (when they should be posted in dedicated ...
A pop-up that won't go away keeps asking to verify my email but it won't let me verify. It says my email address is not valid though I've had it for years and use it every day. ... Read More
BACK TO THE BASICS : A WEBSITE FOR EXPATS, BY EXPATS by Julien
Hi, Expat.com defines itself as "The living abroad website, by expats, for expats" We received too many complains these last days about locals systematically hijacking treads, posting ads (when they should be posted in dedicated ...
@jozica Hello, do you still see the pop up ? Regards Bhavna -@BhavnaNo it's gone, thank you. Read More
BACK TO THE BASICS : A WEBSITE FOR EXPATS, BY EXPATS by Julien
Hi, Expat.com defines itself as "The living abroad website, by expats, for expats" We received too many complains these last days about locals systematically hijacking treads, posting ads (when they should be posted in dedicated ...
A pop-up that won't go away keeps asking to verify my email but it won't let me verify. It says my email address is not valid though I've had it for years and use it every day. Read More
Expats in dumaguete by DonRam
Are there any USA Expats living in Dumaguete, Philippines? If yes do any of you meet as a group?
Are there any USA Expats living in Dumaguete, Philippines? If yes do any of you meet as a group? -@DonRamNothing like good sarcasm. Read More
UK pensions paid directly into a Philippines bank account via Citibank by FindlayMacD
Hi, does anyone on here have experience of having their UK pension from Dept of Work and Pensions paid directly into their Philippines bank account through Citibank. I am thinking particularly about how long it takes, their (Citibank's) exchange ...
@jozica It works for me, so no need to change. Do most stuff online but wouldn't want the bank sending mail to my Philippines address. -@richardjinks710Yeah I hear ya Read More
UK pensions paid directly into a Philippines bank account via Citibank by FindlayMacD
Hi, does anyone on here have experience of having their UK pension from Dept of Work and Pensions paid directly into their Philippines bank account through Citibank. I am thinking particularly about how long it takes, their (Citibank's) exchange ...
HSBC Premier account is far too expensive for me, I think you have have GBP 10,000 to open that account. -@FindlayMacD I have a Premier account. The minimum float is 50K but you get free gold plated ... Read More
UK pensions paid directly into a Philippines bank account via Citibank by FindlayMacD
Hi, does anyone on here have experience of having their UK pension from Dept of Work and Pensions paid directly into their Philippines bank account through Citibank. I am thinking particularly about how long it takes, their (Citibank's) exchange ...
I'm pretty much the same. I get my UK pension paid every 4 weeks into my HSBC account, using a family member as my address for the bank.I then transfer using BC Remit every month into my Metrobank account here. Into my account within minutes. Been ... 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 ...
Oh ... West Virginia. Do the Whittakers work at the post office? -@jozica ... but then spent 19 days at the Charleston post office! Arrived Charleston on May 10th, departed Charleston on May 29th. After leaving Charleston ... 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 ...
A little update on the Global Express Guaranteed envelope I sent to the adoption attorney. I mailed it directly to the attorney in Tacloban City, Leyte from the Rupert, WV post office on May 10, 2024 at a cost of $111.65 postage with a "guaranteed" ... 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 ...
This time I sent the papers using USPS Global Express Guaranteed. I sent it on May 10 with a delivery date of May 18 at a cost of $111. It is now May 22 and no one knows the whereabouts of the envelope. -@Moon DogIf it gets there at all ... Read More
I intend to go to Philippines by mokzeit
I have just taken early retirement at the age of 62. I have a desire to go to Palawan, Puerto Princesa and live there because my retirement income is low and I cannot live on it in the US. I am alone and I have many questions, such as the cost of ...
jozica said . . . . I'm prepared to not like 99% of the food in PH but if I can find a reliable source of good salmon, I'll be fine. ********************** How do you prepare to not like 99% of the food in the Philippines? Starve? Instead of the ... Read More
I intend to go to Philippines by mokzeit
I have just taken early retirement at the age of 62. I have a desire to go to Palawan, Puerto Princesa and live there because my retirement income is low and I cannot live on it in the US. I am alone and I have many questions, such as the cost of ...
@jozica I'm leaving the U.S. to get away from your kind and I heard Ground Zero Restaurant is destroyed by expats Just a side note here I never figured out why Ground Zero is so popular with expats in Dumaguete particularly vloggers. The place is ... Read More
I intend to go to Philippines by mokzeit
I have just taken early retirement at the age of 62. I have a desire to go to Palawan, Puerto Princesa and live there because my retirement income is low and I cannot live on it in the US. I am alone and I have many questions, such as the cost of ...
@jozica Dan – who can't handle it and nobody was even talking to you. Bob was being humorous but you showed bitterness and a true political agenda. Get off my case. -@danfinnGet off your case? What a silly thing to say. ... Read More
I intend to go to Philippines by mokzeit
I have just taken early retirement at the age of 62. I have a desire to go to Palawan, Puerto Princesa and live there because my retirement income is low and I cannot live on it in the US. I am alone and I have many questions, such as the cost of ...
@jozica Flattery will get you everywhere but sarcasm is the lowest form of wit. Political innuendos will not make you any friends here, read the forum rules and choose another site for your diatribe that may be aligned. OMO. Cheers, Steve. ... Read More
I intend to go to Philippines by mokzeit
I have just taken early retirement at the age of 62. I have a desire to go to Palawan, Puerto Princesa and live there because my retirement income is low and I cannot live on it in the US. I am alone and I have many questions, such as the cost of ...
You'll fit right in any red state with $1000/mo especially if you donate half (or some greater patriotic amount) to king orange. Just avoid sophisticated blue cities with them fancy schools and hi-tech hospitals. Nobody needs that crap ... Read More
I intend to go to Philippines by mokzeit
I have just taken early retirement at the age of 62. I have a desire to go to Palawan, Puerto Princesa and live there because my retirement income is low and I cannot live on it in the US. I am alone and I have many questions, such as the cost of ...
You'll fit right in any red state with $1000/mo especially if you donate half (or some greater patriotic amount) to king orange. Just avoid sophisticated blue cities with them fancy schools and hi-tech hospitals. Nobody needs that crap and buy a gun ... Read More
2023 Superbowl where to watch by rr tds
Any US Americans know where to watch in Manila the 2023 Superbowl game on Feb 12th ? If there’s even a possibility? If live, the date in the Philippines will be on Feb 13th 9:30am. I wouldn’t think any sports bar be open even in Makati ...
I think I paid like $29usd when I got here in November for the NFL+ or whatever it's called on their app. It included the rest of the season and all playoff and super bowl games. Being a 9er fan, I'm not that interested but will probably watch some ... Read More
BACK TO THE BASICS : A WEBSITE FOR EXPATS, BY EXPATS by Julien
Hi, Expat.com defines itself as "The living abroad website, by expats, for expats" We received too many complains these last days about locals systematically hijacking treads, posting ads (when they should be posted in dedicated ...
Why is it every time I log on to this site the screen is frozen by the filter tab which is also frozen? Both iPad and Macbook have this problem Read More
Paying import duty by Tefmentax
Hello, I am British and for the past few years I have been regularly sending boxes to my Filipino daughter in law, I am sending stuff like clothes and toys and books for my grandchildren. She was never required to pay import duty before now. The ...
@jozicaEdit: I meant "insight" not "incite" Read More
Paying import duty by Tefmentax
Hello, I am British and for the past few years I have been regularly sending boxes to my Filipino daughter in law, I am sending stuff like clothes and toys and books for my grandchildren. She was never required to pay import duty before now. The ...
Sounds to me like the driver is scamming recipients for extra cash if there is no paperwork to justify extra fees. If the driver shows anything on paper, she should take a pic with her phone. But off the top, it sounds like a street level scam by ... Read More
Building a House in the Philippines by PalawOne
My wife and I are thinking of perhaps building another house in the Phils. What do people think of this?This time we're thinking of building something like this house design from pinoyeplans.comIt's a very traditional looking design, on purpose, but ...
Maybe should note, we've no relationship with pinoyeplans.com (yet :-)They've just got things together. Also, wifey came across this elsewhere:Grider: "I built our house in the Philippines. Once we had bought the lot in the location ... Read More
Cygnal TV.[B]political by jozica
@Larry Fisher Depending on what you enjoy watching, Cignal can be great. Lots of Choices. But fwiw, like Bigpearl, I mostly tune into news, sometimes the History channel, Boxing etc -@vehicross100Pretty sure Larry watches only Fox ...
jozica said. . . .Pretty sure Larry watches only Fox News who admitted in court under oath that they LIED about a stolen election to boost ratings and please their gullible viewers for a $787M slap in the face. ************************ I guess you ... Read More
Watching the NHL in the Philippines by Dude55
Canucks in particular. Anyone know of any packages in the Philippines? I checked Cignal but their sports packages do not include NHL. I heard talk of 'internet boxes' but my relatives there know nothing of these.
@nosredna Yeah here on Pinay it's the same issue even though there is a choice of Globe, PLDT or Smart none are steady and reliable. The only thought is to do more intense research into StarLink to see how it stacks up since being fully operational ... Read More
Cygnal TV.
@Larry Fisher Depending on what you enjoy watching, Cignal can be great. Lots of Choices. But fwiw, like Bigpearl, I mostly tune into news, sometimes the History channel, Boxing etc -@vehicross100Pretty sure Larry watches only Fox News who ... Read More
Watching the NHL in the Philippines by Dude55
Canucks in particular. Anyone know of any packages in the Philippines? I checked Cignal but their sports packages do not include NHL. I heard talk of 'internet boxes' but my relatives there know nothing of these.
@jozica let me know if you got thru. -@WAYNESEYMOURYes thank you ... NFLN, Redzone, plus 32 local NFL channels should cover all games Read More
Watching the NHL in the Philippines by Larry Fisher
I think Biden is getting ready to invade Canaduh. There will be no more NHL.
I think Biden is getting ready to invade Canaduh. There will be no more NHL. -@Larry FisherYou mean Putin will invade Canada and OrangeAhºle will call him a genius. Read More
Watching the NHL in the Philippines by Dude55
Canucks in particular. Anyone know of any packages in the Philippines? I checked Cignal but their sports packages do not include NHL. I heard talk of 'internet boxes' but my relatives there know nothing of these.
@WAYNESEYMOURNot before the link got blocked for review Read More
Watching the NHL in the Philippines by Dude55
Canucks in particular. Anyone know of any packages in the Philippines? I checked Cignal but their sports packages do not include NHL. I heard talk of 'internet boxes' but my relatives there know nothing of these.
I thought that NFL Sunday Ticket being bought by YouTube was a good thing for watching overseas anywhere in the world but nope. Not available in PH. 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 ...
@danfinnMy question is, how come nobody knows about "some list" except the PH BI? Why don't airlines have the "some list" and the perp's homeland agencies? That way the flight to PH is never booked or boarded in the first ... 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 ...
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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 ...
@danfinnMy question is, how come nobody knows about "some list" except the PH BI? Why don't airlines have the "some list" and the perp's homeland agencies? That way the flight to PH is never booked or boarded in the first place. Read More
New Drivers License for Foreigner by inqgoh
Hi,What should be the requirements to apply for a new drivers license in the Philippines..if my previous license in EU was lost.Do I have to be a residence or apply first for particular visa?thanks,
California is a state in the USA, not any kind of republic. -@mugteckGorgeous Calif is almost the entire west coast. It's like the country within the country because everybody wants to live here, so we need extra heavy ... Read More
New Drivers License for Foreigner by inqgoh
Hi,What should be the requirements to apply for a new drivers license in the Philippines..if my previous license in EU was lost.Do I have to be a residence or apply first for particular visa?thanks,
Not to mention a new photo will be required upon expiration (at least for a Calif Real ID driver's license) ... 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 ...
Why don't they let you dump it yourself at whichever location the trucks would take it? Read More
Philippine Banks by PalawOne
`Forbes, Best Philippine Banks ..This Forbes list published today, "evaluated bank categories such as digital services, customer services, and financial advice."Reference : Rappler APR 24th, 2023 By LANCE SPENCER ...
@PalawOne Hi! I have a question. Can anyone here help me open a US bank account? I am Chinese, and my friend is Filipino. We would like to apply for a US bank account if possible. I will give a bonus to anyone who can assist us. Thank you! ... Read More
Lie detector Leyte. by Prince James
Always something, should have married an orphan! Anyway she said they said, who to believe. So I suggested a lie detector test. Anyone have any info on lie detectors in Leyte? The details are personal and sensitive so I do not want to chat ...
Down south they do it like this:Senator John Kennedy (R-LA): Mr. Kavanaugh, look me in the eye. Did you rape that girl in high school?Brett Kavanaugh (R-MD): (looks down at floor) Um ...NO SIR ... I did not ...Senator John Kennedy (R-LA): Well, ... Read More
Philippines Minimum Wages by Lost in Fiji
`This chart of Daily Wages in the Philippines for late last year might be of some help. Don't forget Phils daily workers are often also supplied a mid-day meal. The chart is accurate for our area. Anyone find else-wise for around your area in the ...
So from that chart, a gardener/maintenance man that spends half a day once a week mowing grass, edging, and minor trimming should cost about $32/month? What if he brings a crew? Read More
US phone number by whackerdog123
Does anyone have a suggestion on how to get a US phone number and have my calls forwarded here in the Philippines. and if so a recommendation on a specific service. I don't care if it isn't free, I just want one that doesn't cater to business. I ...
I send money to PH with an ipad or laptop using PayPal/Xoom. Text msg codes can be bypassed by logging in with the password created for the account. No phone is necessary for anything. Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
My wife bought some kind of childproof outlet cover for the little guy's play room. She didn't do much research because the covers were made for a US duplex outlet like the Levitons sold in the US. I looked on Lazada and Shopee for a US style duplex ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
Yet another one Bob, some times they are hard to resist. (food fights) How many expats does it take to change a light globe? As you say best to get someone else that is more nimble. I have slowed down heaps and I'm only 64, not so steady on a ladder ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
Over thinking and underthinking can be the bane of ones life, country matters nort.Bringing goods or buying here matters little, most things available here locally or online.As Dan said you can buy fixes here ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
Huh? Asking questions means I'm "convinced" or made up my mind? If that were the case, I wouldn't need to ask questions, would I? Truth is, I'd rather buy everything there at a nearby Citi Hardware. That means less packing at this end. You sound ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
Over thinking and underthinking can be the bane of ones life, country matters nort. Bringing goods or buying here matters little, most things available here locally or online. As Dan said you can buy fixes here easily, ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
@jozica If parts are readily available, that's great. I just hear other PH expats on other sites complain that nothing's in stock and they can't find anything. I haven't been there yet, that's why I ask questions. Well if you are convinced that ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
@jozica Honestly, if you are at the point of importing USA outlets I would have to call that overthinking, plus, it is totally unnecessary. Here they have electrical supply companies that do sell high quality, internationally approved, safe ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
@jozica explained: "(regulated items)...products, mineral products, etc. A very large list. It looks like everything is regulated. The "etc." at the end explains it. -@danfinnAgreed, that's why I asked if there's a more detailed list ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
@jozica Just remember, if you install USA 125V Leviton outlets here, 1. The outlets are not universal. You can only use the for Philippine and USA (and maybe Japan) products. 2. Given that, your 230V supply voltage will be OK but will flambeau ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
@jozica Come taste the country. Power for me was never an issue as you can purchase adaptors cheaply to suit 220 volt GPO's to suit any plug type. Our appliances suited the voltage but not all the frequency difference so never bothered to send those ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
"We used a full 40 ft container and packed many fragile items sensitive to shipping. Our shipper offered the service of professional packing which we purchased. Among the fragile items were a large Miller standup grandfather clock with ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
@jozica Leviton outlet prices start at less than a dollar at Home Depot or Lowes. I just ordered a few for a project I'm doing on my house in West Virginia. I think I paid 89 cents each. I bought the washers and dryers in the Philippines. The front ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
@jozica I think I got mine at Citi Hardware. It is an easy swap in most cases. The problem with Philippine outlets is the individual outlets in each wall unit are not connected like US outlets. You have to cut short pieces of wire and bridge each ... Read More
BACK TO THE BASICS : A WEBSITE FOR EXPATS, BY EXPATS by Julien
Hi, Expat.com defines itself as "The living abroad website, by expats, for expats" We received too many complains these last days about locals systematically hijacking treads, posting ads (when they should be posted in dedicated ...
A long time ago on this forum I suggest the times should be local time in the Philippines. It was shot down by the management. -@Enzyte BobOr adjustable to your local time. Some forums allow you to select your time zone Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
Yeah that's what I want. Is it an easy swap? Hope i can buy those at Citi Hardware or wherever and install them without issues. Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
@Moon DogDoes your PH home have US-style 3-prong outlets or Asian 2-prong round type? What type of plugs do major appliances come with in PH? (washer/dryer, frig, microwave, etc.) Read More
BACK TO THE BASICS : A WEBSITE FOR EXPATS, BY EXPATS by Julien
Hi, Expat.com defines itself as "The living abroad website, by expats, for expats" We received too many complains these last days about locals systematically hijacking treads, posting ads (when they should be posted in dedicated ...
@FredGMT + 8?Still 1 or 2 hrs off but Brussels is right on Read More
BACK TO THE BASICS : A WEBSITE FOR EXPATS, BY EXPATS by Julien
Hi, Expat.com defines itself as "The living abroad website, by expats, for expats" We received too many complains these last days about locals systematically hijacking treads, posting ads (when they should be posted in dedicated ...
@BhavnaSo it's straight-up GMT London time Read More
BACK TO THE BASICS : A WEBSITE FOR EXPATS, BY EXPATS by Julien
Hi, Expat.com defines itself as "The living abroad website, by expats, for expats" We received too many complains these last days about locals systematically hijacking treads, posting ads (when they should be posted in dedicated ...
It is now 01.03 GMT The post's forum time will allow you to work it out Edit. GMT + 8 -@FredYes, I can do math too but that doesn't answer where the time zone exists. Which country or which part of which country is it set for? Read More
BACK TO THE BASICS : A WEBSITE FOR EXPATS, BY EXPATS by Julien
Hi, Expat.com defines itself as "The living abroad website, by expats, for expats" We received too many complains these last days about locals systematically hijacking treads, posting ads (when they should be posted in dedicated ...
What time zone is the forum clock set on? Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
Are generators and voltage converters better to buy in US or PH? Hate to get there and find out nothing is in stock or reasonably priced ... -@jozicaI brought a couple voltage converters from ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
"We used a full 40 ft container and packed many fragile items sensitive to shipping. Our shipper offered the service of professional packing which we purchased. Among the fragile items were a large Miller standup grandfather clock with weights and ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
AA batteries are also junk here. don't last long. Ford here is made in China therefore likely metric. At least my Territory is. Thats why its cheap and not imported from US which would make it uncheap. If you like fish and chips like I do, then ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
Are generators and voltage converters better to buy in US or PH? Hate to get there and find out nothing is in stock or reasonably priced ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
@danfinnWill a voltage converter + surge protector not be adequately safe for a US flatscreen? Read More
Multi Point Water Heaters by kevinwood
I've been looking around online for a multipoint water heater for use in the Philippines and whilst there are a few in the market, it's very difficult to try and establish which is a good and reliable brand. Many of the reviews are very limited.If ...
@bigpearlThanks! 30ºC is already lukewarm. l see tons of 240v water heater options on Amazon US. Is it smart to buy them here or too risky without confirming what's in the breaker box at the house in PH? Read More
Multi Point Water Heaters by kevinwood
I've been looking around online for a multipoint water heater for use in the Philippines and whilst there are a few in the market, it's very difficult to try and establish which is a good and reliable brand. Many of the reviews are very limited.If ...
The place I'm moving to in Cebu has hot water showers but only cold at the sinks and kitchen sink. I can't imagine using only cold water in a kitchen. Is that a minor inconvenience you easily adjust to? Read More