mugtech
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Registration: 08 September 2012
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WU Transfers by vehicross100
I found it interesting that through my WU app I can send $ using my debit card to Gcash, PayMaya, Shopee, Lazada, Bayad and a few more. This is all for $0 (FREE) transfer fee and at a rate of 58. My usual Bank to Bank is $2 per transaction and ...
I always write a check to my wife from my Wells Fargo USA account which she deposits into her BDO US Dollar account. The cost, no matter what the size of the check is $5. The only problem is BDO claims it takes 30 days to clear, while ... Read More
ACR confusion by Brojeslov
Everything i've read online says I need an ACR card to stay in Philippines beyond 59 days (30 days visa free plus 29 day visa waiver) but a dude at Cebu immigration office has just told me I only need an ACR if I intend staying beyond 89 days (30 ...
Or you could marry a citizen of the Philippines, enter country with the mate and stay a year, leave and start the process again upon reentry. Read More
Island of Cebu by piattepye
I am looking into a decent area to live in Cebu, not in the center of the city, the outskirts of the city and rest of the Island of Cebu is okay. I have to be near good medical for monthly checkups just to monitor health issue and decent housing or ...
Quiet place not in the city? Good luck with that. Every place we have lived in Ilocos Sur and Baguio have had barking dogs available at any time day or night. I am told it was for our protection. 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
It's interesting that the OP never had the decency to respond to members responding to his asks,,,,,, he first posted some 18 months ago and nada, happens. It is his only post ever. He is from Singapore, perhaps he was arrested for spitting ... Read More
Dual nationality, which passport? by PalawOne
Hello all,Hopefully, a simple question. My wife has dual nationality, that is, both Aussie and Philippines. We intend to travel to the Philippines for 3 months. Which passport should she (or must she?) present to authorities upon arrival in ...
My wife, a dual US Philippines citizen, always shows her US passport in all travels. She no longer has a Philippines passport, but carries the paperwork showing she is a dual citizen. She also carries a copy of our marriage license so I can get BB ... Read More
Filipino Gang Life by Cherryann01
For any of you who have access and are interested in this subject. i recently watched a programme on the BBC about Filipino Gang Life in Manila with Ashley Cain a former football player and found it very interesting. In the programme he talks to ...
Never believe anything you see on TV. - @Rammers Or read online. Read More
E travel Ph by drumtones
hello, does anyone know if you can just do this online and print it out & whether this is acceptable to enter the Philippines? I can't get any sense out the people assigned to help with this in the ...
. I have not heard that the consequences of the Canadian travel and product boycott have had much effect on the USA, however. We will see but for now, the WEXIT movement seems dead as our Maple Leaf brothers remain patriotic to Canada and the Crown. ... Read More
E travel Ph by drumtones
hello, does anyone know if you can just do this online and print it out & whether this is acceptable to enter the Philippines? I can't get any sense out the people assigned to help with this in the ...
Noticed a lot of Canadians who have a history of visiting or snow birding in the USA are no longer showing up. Do not think how they were treated by US immigration officers has anything to do with it. Read More
Philippines overall tariff's reduced to 6.3 on exports to USA??? by Enzyte Bob
I saw Youtube videos that claim Marcos has made a deal with Trump administration that will reduces the overall tariffs to 6.3% on Philippine exports.They further claim some countries within the SEA with higher tariffs will move their manufacturing ...
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot changeThe courage to change the things I canAnd the wisdom to know the difference. Read More
Cebu rentals,ect by GuestPoster33980
I currently reside in Palm Springs,Ca and seriously considering relocation to Cebu long term via SRRV.I have done my research and Cebu seems to be a good fit for me.I am retired from the food&beverage industry,single, a fit 78 years old.This ...
Hi there,, @GuestPoster33980 I have a condo for sale in Mactan Cebu for a very reasonable price (Mactan Newtown if you google it). Please email me at engitien@gmail.com for more information. Would be best for you to visit or view the area. If you ... Read More
meet american people by olivier2101
Hello everybody my name is olivier I am 22 yeras old and I would like to be in contact with american guys to improve my english so I hope to meet some pople, please send me a private message to speak, see you soon olivier
Church is a good place to meet people Read More
Tax penalty for living in phillpines on americans by stevenkirchner2
i saw the following on the internet:Like many countries, the Philippines will tax you based on whether or not you are considered a resident. To be a resident in the Philippines, you will have to stay longer than 180 days in a calendar year.Do US ...
As an American with foreign income you can take tax credits on the foreign income tax paid up to the amount that is paid on the same income on your US tax return. Read More
Road safety in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in the Philippines as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in the ...
Are there specific times of day, weather conditions, or seasons that make driving more dangerous? Out in the provinces, driving in the dark is dangerous. There are many vehicles driving without any lights. Read More
China sees surge in inbound tourism and sales of duty-free goods by PalawOne
`China sees surge in sales of duty-free goods amid inbound tourism boomChina has expanded a scheme allowing foreign tourists to claim tax refunds on a range of purchases, as it strives to attract more ...
Still not interested in traveling to China, USA citizen still requires a visa. They cannot lure me economically to their land, Hong Kong was good enough for me. Will not help fund the enemy. Read More
Maybe be some bad news for American ex-pats by FindlayMacD
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OoF1XFROnK4
I love the Australian lamb; the Aussies got that one right. Their beef and diary is great too. That should all be duty free since there is no real {Philippine equivalent. - @danfinn Good to know Australia has great diaries. Any one in ... Read More