barkz
Australian expat in the Philippines
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Registration: 22 September 2016
Cost of Living in the Philippines in 2020 by Lo茂c
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in the Philippines to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to ...
I think your car prices are on the high side both for buying and on going running expensive Cars are more expensive in Philippines compared to Australia some are double the price but running costs are a lot cheaper as labor is very cheap I was ... Read More
Jobs for Indians in Philippines (Manila) by masterappu
Hi. I am an Indian who have completed Masters degree in Electronics and Communication (Signal Processing and Embedded Systems). I have also completed my UG in Electrical and Electronics. Currently I am working in an IT firm. I would like to know ...
Filipino work in every country in the world over 11 million of them so why do you reply about taking jobs from Filipino Read More
requirements for residental visa. by OZZYPEZ
Gi day all. Hope you got some easy ways around getting a permanent residential visa as I鈥檓 flying over in may to negros Occidental for a few weeks. Then be flying out in end of month to Hong Kong to meet up with my fianc茅 . Flying back ...
Flying out every month ?? you are doing something wrong Read More
New Visa Law by Panth
Foreign Tourists will be able to stay 6 months per vist to the Immigration offices instead of the 2 months,It will cost 13,000 pesos,I just read.
You need exit visa only if your stay is 12 months or more under that you can pay at the airport Read More
Looking for advice & partner in cebu for starting small business. by hardik_panchal000
Hello, I am Hardik I am basically from Australia, I visited Cebu few months ago and I found out really interesting. People are very friendly and they do business even out side of their house selling stuff or food.. I want to start small business ...
Hardik 50,000 peso capital ? advise keep saving Read More
Maximum money deposit for expat American by Wayne 07
I need to know if there is a maximum amount of money that the United States will allow a U.S. citizen to deposit in a Filipino bank? I was told there is. If there isn't and you deposit let's say $50,000.00 does U.S. require taxes to be paid ...
Gonzrule don't believe that bit about having your name on the property title it means nothing the Filipino can still sell the land without your permission, I know of cases where this has happened , a Foreigner has no rights at all when it comes ... Read More
Cost of living 2018 in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
sam if your already living full time in tarlac you might get a surprise when you apply for a aussie pension, my friend was refused age pension because he was already living with his pinoy family in the philippines for the last 3 years even he visits ... Read More
Extending Philippines tourist visa for 1 month vs longer? by styoung
As an American tourist extending an Philippines automatically-granted tourist visa, is there any harm in asking for more months than I need? Are they more likely to grant a 1 month extension than a 3 month extension? (The tourist visa ...
styung after your free first month you can only extend for 1 month then 6 months after that, ACR card or not all u need now for extension is your passport and the new simple form thats it Read More
Aussie Aged Pension
tonyboost you dont have to change to monthly payment its up to you. but if you elect for monthly payment you only deal with the tasmanian office Read More
Visa question for Australian by OzFreddie
I am hoping that I can purchase a one-way ticket from Australia to Philippines and then within 30 days, if I decide to stay longer, extend my stay for 60 days. Can I enter the Philippines with a one-way ticket if I don't know my intended ...
ozfreddie if your stay was over 6 months but less than 12 u could just pay the p500 at the airport but the rules change all the time so be carefull. Read More
Visa question for Australian by OzFreddie
I am hoping that I can purchase a one-way ticket from Australia to Philippines and then within 30 days, if I decide to stay longer, extend my stay for 60 days. Can I enter the Philippines with a one-way ticket if I don't know my intended ...
tonyboost, just check because on the web site they say if your here on a visa u can only extend to 24 months, which should be enough for most people anyway, plus on a visa u loose the first 30 days free Read More
exit clearance by giovannigio
someone know what is exit clearance? when i need to take exit clearance and where i can take it? how much is it?
in manila its p500 if you pay more u must be using fixers, dont rely on paying at the airport i heard they may stop that at any time soon, 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
they all speak english, I cant find anyone who knows what iam talking about, they just laugh when i ask something , but most will reply with a answer nothing to do with my question, only in places like angeles city locals and girls from all over ... Read More
Visa question for Australian by OzFreddie
I am hoping that I can purchase a one-way ticket from Australia to Philippines and then within 30 days, if I decide to stay longer, extend my stay for 60 days. Can I enter the Philippines with a one-way ticket if I don't know my intended ...
they may never ask to see your return ticket but if u cant show one you could be deported or made to buy one at the airport which would be expensive, is it worth it, just buy a cheap one way out ticket with a budget carrier Read More
Indian Expat life in Philipines by payaljain
Hello All, Can anyone please advise me about Expat Life in Manila for Indian Expats. My husband has been offered a job opportunity in Manila and we wanted to do some preliminary homework before taking the decision to move base to Manila.We have 2 ...
5-6 is 20% 1 day to one week dont know where u got the 20% for 40 days from but its incorrect Read More
Indian Expat life in Philipines by payaljain
Hello All, Can anyone please advise me about Expat Life in Manila for Indian Expats. My husband has been offered a job opportunity in Manila and we wanted to do some preliminary homework before taking the decision to move base to Manila.We have 2 ...
he will find plenty of his countryman here in every part of the philippines Read More
Driving in the Philippines by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in the Philippines? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the ...
still looking for the philippine traffic laws LTO never heard of them Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
the word" lend "as in money is really" give"dont expect it back Read More
I'm new here. Can I live well on $1800 a month in Cebu by chefwayne
Hi,I know his has probably been done to death but I'm new here and need to ask. I've been living in Thailand for a while and now want to move to the Philippines. My question is can I lie well on $1800 a month in Cebu? I don't drink I'm a retired ...
every meal must be rice Read More
I'm new here. Can I live well on $1800 a month in Cebu by chefwayne
Hi,I know his has probably been done to death but I'm new here and need to ask. I've been living in Thailand for a while and now want to move to the Philippines. My question is can I lie well on $1800 a month in Cebu? I don't drink I'm a retired ...
yes johnny dont rush to buy house be very wary of people in a rush to do a deal on sites like this one, someone years ago gave me the best advise for buying real estate in the philippines DONT SPEND MORE THAN YOU CAN AFFORD TO LOSE. never buy in ... Read More
Wrok from home/internet by maunty
hi i am from india. i am indian.i live india.i am student .i have financial problem.i have internet connection in home mine in india.i wish to earn money on internet(work from home).i have no idea how to make legitimate ways money using internet.i ...
ha,ha,ha one born every minute Read More
Where do most expats retire in Philippines? by filipino.united
Hi! Just helping out a friend. The place should be: 路 Nice (not big city or apartment) 路 Safe 路 Cheap 路 Have schools and hospitals 路 Shops nearby, etc Any suggestions?
funck whatever you must be real estate seller 2nd safest drinking water in the world OMG you must be dreaming , not in the typhoon belt another lie, typhoons hit anywhere in the philippines google it more typhoons hit philippines than any other ... Read More
Can one live comfortably on Australian pension by roz3
I am looking to visit Phillipines and have been told to go to Cebu and surrounding areas for safety? I am arered single aussie woman. I am interested in living near a beach not too far from shopping etc. I dont like cities. Is it possible to live on ...
get rid of these scammers Read More
Can one live comfortably on Australian pension by roz3
I am looking to visit Phillipines and have been told to go to Cebu and surrounding areas for safety? I am arered single aussie woman. I am interested in living near a beach not too far from shopping etc. I dont like cities. Is it possible to live on ...
roz3 you need more than just the pension to live here the aus$715 is only p25,000 at todays rate what happens if our dollar falls, i can live on p50,000 a month but thats just everyday needs we own our house,car,2 motorcycles, you need to visit ... Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
yes some have given incorrect information and your one of them Read More
BEST START UP BUSINESS FOR 100K OR LESS? ADVICE PLEASE! by dimplesz14
Hi there, just wondering what would be a good business if you have 100K? We plan to retire back home in a year or two. We saved but still need a way to sustain our daily needs. Can anyone give us a rundown of daily or monthly expenses (minus rent/we ...
if you need to start and own a business to be able to live in the philippines best advise dont come stay where you are. Read More
Round trip airfare ticket to Philippines required? by FCStraight
It's been a long time since I traveled to the Philippines so I need to know if the immigration authorities in the Philippines would require me to produce a return ticket when I get there. Here's a possible scenario: I am not sure yet ...
pej1111 i fly pal a lot to australia never been asked to show return ticket yet, but most times i will have one Read More
exit clearance by giovannigio
someone know what is exit clearance? when i need to take exit clearance and where i can take it? how much is it?
maddletalk I think u got ripped off, or you used a fixer early this year i paid p 500, last week my friend also paid p500,for exit visa, when i arrived at airport immi told me i could have paid p500 exit visa at airport as i was over 6 months but ... Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
a foreigner can NOT own land in the philippines, but you can lease land under certain conditions only a pinoy will tell you different 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 are bored try some gardening grow some fruits or vegetables, your neighbours will eat them for you but it will keep you busy, enjoy your retirement be wary of pinoys advice how to get rich, look at them are they ? pigs are too much work and ... Read More
How much would it cost to live in the Philippines by Snappo
Hi everyone. I am new to this website. I am trying to figure out two things: 1) How much money do I need in the bank to retire in PH. I am thinking I might do OK with P10M to P15M in the bank. 2) What would my monthly bills be in PH. Here is ...
snappo wow looks like your a big spender, most foreigners come here to live cheaper than back home but go for it, be carefull throwing your money around, philippines is number one place for failed projects by foreigners, Read More
Barking dogs by tonyboost
Does anyone know if there is a law that can be enforced to make owners to control their dogs from barking??
tonyboost barking dogs ha,ha all I can say is NO welcome to the philippines, they LOVE noise here Read More
Visa question for Australian by OzFreddie
I am hoping that I can purchase a one-way ticket from Australia to Philippines and then within 30 days, if I decide to stay longer, extend my stay for 60 days. Can I enter the Philippines with a one-way ticket if I don't know my intended ...
i get 6month extension in samar also ID cards Read More
Money exchange
tonyboost, worldremit is fastest one peso under the rate have just lowered their charge max about 10 dollars aus Read More
Driving motorbike in the Phils by Fukurokuju
Hi ! I'm french and I'm going to live and work in Manila soon. I would like to drive a motorbike over there. I learned that with my french driver's license I could drive a motorbike in the Phils even if I do not have this option in ...
I dont know what countries he is talking about most western ones dont have personal drivers, Read More
Driving motorbike in the Phils by Fukurokuju
Hi ! I'm french and I'm going to live and work in Manila soon. I would like to drive a motorbike over there. I learned that with my french driver's license I could drive a motorbike in the Phils even if I do not have this option in ...
RodBoud yes you forgot to add, adjust your review mirrors so you can see your face in both of them, otherwise they are useless so remove them like most people. just because you have your indicator on to turn dont think I wont overtake you. look out ... Read More
current conditions in the Philippines ? by TheDigitalMage
I've been considering a trip BUT the Philippine president does not seem to be overly friendly toward Americans. I have to wonder... Is this a country currently feeling anti-american? Will I be safe? I'm 67 and a bad leg... I was ...
yes but your whole family, friends,relations etc dont live in the philippines plus the barangay captian and the local police are never on side with the foreigner, you can laugh as you say but many foreigners end up being deported just because their ... Read More
current conditions in the Philippines ? by TheDigitalMage
I've been considering a trip BUT the Philippine president does not seem to be overly friendly toward Americans. I have to wonder... Is this a country currently feeling anti-american? Will I be safe? I'm 67 and a bad leg... I was ...
just come over a lot of us dont have time on our side, its safe if your carefull, looking for a wife who wont rip you off can be a challenge, if not almost impossible, i did it but after many failed attempts wont happen overnight, not one foreigner ... Read More
Hello, any tips on staying safe and places to stay away from by lukas83
Hello My names Lukas and I,m heading to sindangan zamboanga del norte in 6 weeks for 2 weeks. Can anyone one give me tips on staying safe and places to stay away from
if you read your own countrys view on their site they advise in red print not to travel to this area .what more do you need to know Read More
Info needed about transferring money to buy a house by Howie2016
Good evening/morning everyone: I'm new here on the forum. My wife (a Filipina) and I are looking to buy a house in CDO for my mother-in-law. We have found a couple of houses that we like and we are considering making an offer in the next week ...
rainrider9 well ive been using BDO for about 10 years no charges no worries at all, also metro is ok only thing is if you go to another city or town they will charge you for over the counter service, their is no bank network here unlike back home Read More
Driving motorbike in the Phils by Fukurokuju
Hi ! I'm french and I'm going to live and work in Manila soon. I would like to drive a motorbike over there. I learned that with my french driver's license I could drive a motorbike in the Phils even if I do not have this option in ...
filipinos best drivers in the world ??? you must be pinoy, no discipline, no respect for any rules of the road, might be because there is none, i asked LTO when i got my license about rules of the road he just said no sir, its just a free for all do ... Read More
Online Shopping or Home Delivery Services Philippines by Victoria99
What are the major online shopping websites or home delivery services in the philippines ?
most of the big online stores are ok i use lazada a bit they deliver with LBC any where in PH. to your door, plus they accept returns the paper work comes with your order Read More
How much would a daily maid cost by ABCDiamond
How much do people pay for a maid to come in one day a week, for a full days work? Is is much different between City and province ? Also the same question but for a live in maid, what would be the monthly rate ?
you can find the different rates on the goverment website but like most things are not updated Read More
Common misconceptions and clich茅s about life in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clich茅s die hard, as the saying goes... and living in the Philippines can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in the ...
you said 8 in your van, every day 150 cc ruski motorcycles go past our place they have 8 or 9 on board thats not a trike, 2 wheel motorcycle with extended steel seat lol. Read More
How much would a daily maid cost by ABCDiamond
How much do people pay for a maid to come in one day a week, for a full days work? Is is much different between City and province ? Also the same question but for a live in maid, what would be the monthly rate ?
we have a maid who comes in 5 days a week 8 hrs a day she lives close by, she is experinced in house work i know her former employer. she gets p2,700 a month but she likes weekly pay so its p675 a week we make sure she gets some breaks something to ... Read More
How much would a daily maid cost by ABCDiamond
How much do people pay for a maid to come in one day a week, for a full days work? Is is much different between City and province ? Also the same question but for a live in maid, what would be the monthly rate ?
it high pay because a lot of foreigners in your region,pinoys dont pay those rates of pay Read More
Looking for a new challenge in Makati
keep working on that english Read More
Civil wedding in Philippines with Belgian. Requirements? by Geee27
I'm stressed! and clueless about the requirements for a civil wedding . Thanks advance for the information you can share with me :) my partners is a belgian guy
hi Geee27 you will need a clearance to marry from your embassy in manila first Read More
Dealing with homesickness in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Being an expat in the Philippines can turn out to be a wonderful human, social or professional adventure... with potential moments of nostalgia and homesickness along the way. What are your personal tips to prevent ...
David WF , Iam a aussie also been living here for years, I can relate to what your saying , as you say you cannot change anything here and its a waste of time trying , no one cares, its opossite to australia here in every way, you name it. I dont ... Read More
Dealing with homesickness in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Being an expat in the Philippines can turn out to be a wonderful human, social or professional adventure... with potential moments of nostalgia and homesickness along the way. What are your personal tips to prevent ...
Timpotte, nice story, so you have to shovel away the snow in winter, but you pick mango from your neighbour yard, impossible unless you packed up and moved thousands of miles away, mango only grows with fruit in the tropics far away from any snow. Read More
How much would a daily maid cost by ABCDiamond
How much do people pay for a maid to come in one day a week, for a full days work? Is is much different between City and province ? Also the same question but for a live in maid, what would be the monthly rate ?
wow thats big money for maid up to p800+ for one day, where i live in samar a few top tradesman make p500 max a day, maids up to p3,000 per month, some foreigners try to out do one another with pay rates for their staff ,but no pinoy boss will pay ... Read More