Greyone48
American expat in the Philippines
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Lives in Cagayan de Oro
Registration: 05 July 2017
Divorcing in the Philippines by Diksha
Hello everyone, Reaching the decision to seek divorce can be hard. Filing the papers as an expat in the Philippines can be as taxing since a good grasp of legislations is needed and the process can prove to be tedious. Where and how do you ...
I'm not able to confirm you assertion. In fact the devorce laws are based on the Spanich Civil code and only allow separation similar to the current laws. Having been independent from Spain from 1898 it is curious how Spain's code would ... Read More
Divorcing in the Philippines by Diksha
Hello everyone, Reaching the decision to seek divorce can be hard. Filing the papers as an expat in the Philippines can be as taxing since a good grasp of legislations is needed and the process can prove to be tedious. Where and how do you ...
It is of value to undertand the Philippino mind set on marriage by knowing they were colonized by the Roman Chatholic country of Spain in the sixteenth century. So deep ingrained into the country is that religion there is no surprise there is no ... Read More
Divorcing in the Philippines by Diksha
Hello everyone, Reaching the decision to seek divorce can be hard. Filing the papers as an expat in the Philippines can be as taxing since a good grasp of legislations is needed and the process can prove to be tedious. Where and how do you ...
The sad truth is the Philippine laws are a century behind reality and will be changed by the will of the people. It is unfortunate when the reasons for marriage nolonger hold two people together. The only thing worse is not accepting the marriage ... Read More
Sense of humour in the Philippines by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Should we set out to explore Filipino聮s culture through its sense of humour? Indeed, if one is planning to settle in the country, it is best to understand the cultural codes governing humour in order to avoid any faux-pas. What ...
Too many foreigners come here and expect things to be as they are in their home country...duh! Read More
Sense of humour in the Philippines by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Should we set out to explore Filipino聮s culture through its sense of humour? Indeed, if one is planning to settle in the country, it is best to understand the cultural codes governing humour in order to avoid any faux-pas. What ...
If you dont like the face of poverty make it go away by giving or stay where it is hidden. Read More
Sense of humour in the Philippines by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Should we set out to explore Filipino聮s culture through its sense of humour? Indeed, if one is planning to settle in the country, it is best to understand the cultural codes governing humour in order to avoid any faux-pas. What ...
Guy, I got the joke...what I don't get is a six foot white silver haired guy in the middle of nowhere dancing like there is nothing to worry about. You should think about where you put yourself before you take a jab at those locals. Just ... Read More
Sense of humour in the Philippines by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Should we set out to explore Filipino聮s culture through its sense of humour? Indeed, if one is planning to settle in the country, it is best to understand the cultural codes governing humour in order to avoid any faux-pas. What ...
To be fair the French have had many other countries involved with them... Personally. Read More
Sense of humour in the Philippines by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Should we set out to explore Filipino聮s culture through its sense of humour? Indeed, if one is planning to settle in the country, it is best to understand the cultural codes governing humour in order to avoid any faux-pas. What ...
I agree with most of what is stated above. Philippinos are very close to their family and can say things to siblings that would cause problems in a different setting. I find most funny stuff is ok if it's you're picking on your self. Not ... Read More
Sense of humour in the Philippines by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Should we set out to explore Filipino聮s culture through its sense of humour? Indeed, if one is planning to settle in the country, it is best to understand the cultural codes governing humour in order to avoid any faux-pas. What ...
Philippino's are the most fun loving people in the world. They never approach a stranger without a smile and an offer of friendship. Their tolerance and compassion for family friends as well as foreigners is beyond belief. Yes there are areas ... 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
Personally I would get to know her long before spending 7 or 8 k on her need to get out of something she got into willingly. Yes it is a lot of money that locals don't usually have which should make you think about her motives. I'm not ... 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
See the best way to do your new wonderful life partnerships is to take her home and marry her there then return to the Philippines. That way you get around all the crap here. It wont help those who are seporated from their philippine husbands but ... Read More
Ozamiz City Misamis Occidental by Southoman
My travels to the Phillipines in September 2019 may take in Ozamiz City Misamis Occidental in a village called Maluabang. People have told me the Mindanao Region can be dangerous for foreigners to travel ? Regards Craig
I have been in Cagayan de Oro for two years(65 mi. East) and have had 0 trouble. Traveled to Pagatian and Patogo (south and west of your stop) last year without incident. Have heard nothing of any threats to foreigners in this area. Good travels ... Read More
US Fiancee/K-1 Visa Questions by Kimo Kiting
Hello I have a Filipina girlfriend that I would like to bring to the US for a few months of vacation. I am guessing that she wouldn't be granted a standard tourist visa so I am considering using the fiancee/K-1 option. Does anyone have any ...
Not at all sure if I see a question in all this. Good luck though. Read More
US Fiancee/K-1 Visa Questions by Kimo Kiting
Hello I have a Filipina girlfriend that I would like to bring to the US for a few months of vacation. I am guessing that she wouldn't be granted a standard tourist visa so I am considering using the fiancee/K-1 option. Does anyone have any ...
You will be responsable for her (and any relitives she brings) economically. They are looking for people who game the system and you may (if discovered) be made an example of. It is unwise to screw around with the k1 visa just in case you do find ... Read More
So many new marriages and so many divoces ?? Why by moreto62
How many % of the marriages with filipina fall apart in your opinion ? Seems like so many man are getting married to filipina girlfriend and i see many man who divorced all ready and post videos on you-tube with warnings. Is it all about money or ...
I will also point out two major factors for the common experiences you may find here in the Philippines. First, it is a highly religious country. Catholicism being imposed here for over three hundred years has had an impact. The women are ... Read More
So many new marriages and so many divoces ?? Why by moreto62
How many % of the marriages with filipina fall apart in your opinion ? Seems like so many man are getting married to filipina girlfriend and i see many man who divorced all ready and post videos on you-tube with warnings. Is it all about money or ...
Wow. Levels of Intelligence and exposure to different ideas and experiences are very different things. To say one is not intelligent because you have little in common for discussion calls into question your own intelligence. The human condition ... Read More
GF and Extent of Her Family Involvement by moonunit0103
Hi, After spending 6 weeks traveling with my GF through the Central Visayas, we go to Ormoc, Leyte, to visit her family. I have been letting her handling my money and she keeps meticulous records for our travels, and assumed she would be as ...
When first I started living with my GF I asked what the cost to oporate her home and all needed other items was. The costs included her son and food for all living in her house. She gave me a number and has stuck to it for well over a year. Set the ... Read More
Dealing with loneliness in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to the ...
Do yourself and others a favor and go home. Go be happy...? Read More
A new expat here by brucemj
Hi All, My name is Bruce and I made a permanent move to Cebu last May from California. For the past 6 months have worked on getting settled in. While I am 'new' here now I did live here for a bit over 2 years from 2012 to 2014 so was ...
Hey Bruce... I too came from Cali. What's the plan here...just hang, drink and play? I'm south in Mindanao so won't get to crawel much in Cebu, but it's a lively town. Good luck and welcome. Read More
Dealing with loneliness in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to the ...
I find some of your observation some what puzzling in that you are a loner who needs time solo but find a lack of cohesion with a group of philipinos speaking to one another in their native tongue. Do you not see that they are bonding in their way? ... 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 ...
I've only been here in Cagayan de Oro for a little over a year and have found no issues of safety that, as stated before, aren't general to any city. I have a car and have traveled both west and east of CDO finding people of no threat ... Read More
Dating and finding love as an expat in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello, With cultural barriers and different dating norms, finding love as an expat abroad can be exciting and challenging at the same time. Is it easy to meet other fellow single people in the Philippines? How do you go about meeting ...
What I have done to find some balance here is to imagine my friends and my family growing up here rather than in the States. It helps me a great deal to be grateful, compassionate and understanding. Read More
Dating and finding love as an expat in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello, With cultural barriers and different dating norms, finding love as an expat abroad can be exciting and challenging at the same time. Is it easy to meet other fellow single people in the Philippines? How do you go about meeting ...
And your contention is that it's age not judgement that is at the heart of the failures??? Really. Every olderman dreams of that younger woman often forgetting the basics of relationships. I lucked out but also smelled A LOT of flowers before ... Read More
Dating and finding love as an expat in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello, With cultural barriers and different dating norms, finding love as an expat abroad can be exciting and challenging at the same time. Is it easy to meet other fellow single people in the Philippines? How do you go about meeting ...
The interesting reality of your post is that you make the difference in age pointed and most philipinas I have met think nothing of that difference. My woman is 26 years my junior has more wealth than I. She has family members that have asked for ... Read More
Dating and finding love as an expat in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello, With cultural barriers and different dating norms, finding love as an expat abroad can be exciting and challenging at the same time. Is it easy to meet other fellow single people in the Philippines? How do you go about meeting ...
Unlike my life here the tradition is family first. The children had been thought to care for and respect their elders. You will likely be approached many times by people that have sad tales. It will be your burden to devine truth from story. The ... Read More
Dating and finding love as an expat in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello, With cultural barriers and different dating norms, finding love as an expat abroad can be exciting and challenging at the same time. Is it easy to meet other fellow single people in the Philippines? How do you go about meeting ...
I would have griended her just to have someone to bounce things off of...an advisor. Like most expats who have stayed her we get to understand the pressures on the girls to do what they might for their living. If you come with a superior attitude ... Read More
Dating and finding love as an expat in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello, With cultural barriers and different dating norms, finding love as an expat abroad can be exciting and challenging at the same time. Is it easy to meet other fellow single people in the Philippines? How do you go about meeting ...
I can only speak from my experience. You make finding a woman like selecting a commodity. You first must put your compatibility in line before their age. After all you may want a companion you can relate with. It's not an easy process you are on ... Read More
Dating and finding love as an expat in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello, With cultural barriers and different dating norms, finding love as an expat abroad can be exciting and challenging at the same time. Is it easy to meet other fellow single people in the Philippines? How do you go about meeting ...
It's tough here for both men and women but this place is no different than most. Just take you time and you have a chance to meet that certain someone...I did. Read More
Retiring young. Age 38. Active duty military. by AmericanSoldier2022
I am planning on retiring in about 3.5 years in the Philippines. I am just starting to look into the process of everything so if anyone can give me initial tips and practices, please let me know. I am currently married with two children ages 2 and ...
I think you may be wrong not being able to live comfortablely here on 1700.00 per month. Read More
Retiring young. Age 38. Active duty military. by AmericanSoldier2022
I am planning on retiring in about 3.5 years in the Philippines. I am just starting to look into the process of everything so if anyone can give me initial tips and practices, please let me know. I am currently married with two children ages 2 and ...
I do understand...great luck to you and yours. Read More
Retiring young. Age 38. Active duty military. by AmericanSoldier2022
I am planning on retiring in about 3.5 years in the Philippines. I am just starting to look into the process of everything so if anyone can give me initial tips and practices, please let me know. I am currently married with two children ages 2 and ...
Why the Philippines...are you involved with a pinoy? I only ask because of your childrens future. Most young people here want to go eltsware as soon as they can start a carrier. The economics here do not look bright. Read More
Dating and finding love as an expat in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello, With cultural barriers and different dating norms, finding love as an expat abroad can be exciting and challenging at the same time. Is it easy to meet other fellow single people in the Philippines? How do you go about meeting ...
You have come to a very poor country where women will do what they can for their family's. Many will want your help, many will use you, some will treat you as you treat them...be sure of what you are looking for. Good luck. Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in the Philippines. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the ...
Think! If finding a job was possible here, many people who left the Philippines would come home. Read More
Interesting customs and traditions in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living outside of our home country requires us to adapt to a new culture and different traditions. What are some of the cultural specifics in the Philippines? What are some of the traditional beliefs and cultural practices that ...
Coming from America the strangest change to get used to is how Philipinos drive, move into lines and shop in markets with carts. They only have one rules...get in front of whoever is next to you.....nuts! Read More
marriage to phillipine gf by Jeprem Sinha
Hi am Prem Sinha ,I was using social media from two years and am really want to thank the creator of facebook ,coz by this i have got my true love partener ,at first we were strangers but now we are each others life,we have concerned to our parents ...
I have not been here long but some of the tales here are too sad. Love hunting is not easy and done best by fools. You aren't going to find love...it will find you. If you s猫ek friendship, companionship and even sex you may have better ... Read More
Moving to the Philippines: where should I move based on my criteria? by travelperson20
Although I've never been to the Philippines, I really like what I've read and seen (incredible beaches) and I'm thinking about moving there. I will travel and inspect a few locations before I decide on where I would like to live, but ...
That was fun to read. Thanks for the laughs...Find a person on cupid to start your search with.....lol Read More