sxharr1
American expat in the Philippines
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American
Lives in Maribojoc, Central Visayas
Speaks English
Registration: 28 July 2017
Keeping in touch while living in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the best ways you've found for keeping in touch with friends and family back home while living in the Philippines? How frequently do you stay in touch with loved ones? Are there local equivalents to common instant ...
I use a Magic Jack, to communicate with the USA. It can also be used to call Mexico and Canada. Magic Jack to Magic Jack to other international locations. You can also purchase international minutes. The cost is, $35, per year. All you need is ... Read More
what i have to do for buy land in philippines by giovannigio
Good day i would like to know what i have to do when i am going buy land in philippines? for non drop in a SCAM. Because i know in philippines some land have many owner, is it right to pay 50% and then other 50% after change title how some owner ...
You are allowed to own everything on the land, (buildings, etc.,). When you apply for your building permits, have the assessor prepare a tax declaration for the buildings and other structures in your name only.. You can own a Condo with no land. ... Read More
what i have to do for buy land in philippines by giovannigio
Good day i would like to know what i have to do when i am going buy land in philippines? for non drop in a SCAM. Because i know in philippines some land have many owner, is it right to pay 50% and then other 50% after change title how some owner ...
I do a verbal contract that give 50% to the seller when the Absolute Deed Of Sale is signed by all parties. The Absolute Deed of Sales stipulates that the remaining 50% will be released when the title is released to the buyer. (Title release may ... Read More
what i have to do for buy land in philippines by giovannigio
Good day i would like to know what i have to do when i am going buy land in philippines? for non drop in a SCAM. Because i know in philippines some land have many owner, is it right to pay 50% and then other 50% after change title how some owner ...
Since you are married and have a Filipino son, you can purchase the land in the name of your son, with you only, as custodian/guardian for your son. This will allow you to have control of the property until his 18th birthday. You may also carry a ... Read More
what i have to do for buy land in philippines by giovannigio
Good day i would like to know what i have to do when i am going buy land in philippines? for non drop in a SCAM. Because i know in philippines some land have many owner, is it right to pay 50% and then other 50% after change title how some owner ...
The 60/40 rule is for corporations, not land. Read More
what i have to do for buy land in philippines by giovannigio
Good day i would like to know what i have to do when i am going buy land in philippines? for non drop in a SCAM. Because i know in philippines some land have many owner, is it right to pay 50% and then other 50% after change title how some owner ...
A foreigner can not buy/own land in the Philippines. If you are married to a Filipina, she can purchase the land. Have a mortgage, payable to you, against any land or housing you purchase in the Philippines with a Philippine citizen on ... Read More
What if I marry and divorce in Sweden but in between live in Phils? by orjanf
What happens if we first have a community marriage in Sweden (or any other secular/non catholic country) and move to Philippines, live together some years and later break up and divorce in Sweden? We will then be registered as married in ...
I am currently in Philippine RTC, to have my Foreign Divorce Recognized, so I can obtain a property settlement. My Divorce was granted in the USA, but the process is the same for Sweden. 1. Have your Final Divorce authenticated By the Philippine ... Read More
Online shopping in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Shopping online can be far more convenient and offer greater choice than going into shops, be it grocery shopping or retail. Are there options for online shopping in the Philippines? Which sites or apps do you use most ...
I have visited one online site for shopping but I have not ordered from it. The web location is below. https://www.lazada.com.ph/ I do not know of any groceries deliveries. Good luck Vegetables are cheaper at the wet market or Mercado. Read More
What does the process of acquiring ACR I-Card involve in CDO? by truenorth123456
I am Dale, from Toronto, canada. I will be staying in Philippines for a 3 to 4 moth visit in 2018. I am planning to return to CDO, in February until June 2018. Could anyone explain to me how the process of getting a ACR I-Card works? I have read ...
Hi Bob18, Please share with me the process which got you to the, "Probationary Visa", status. This would be a good topic for you to post. I am not familiar with this process. My research has been on the Philippine legal system and real ... Read More
What does the process of acquiring ACR I-Card involve in CDO? by truenorth123456
I am Dale, from Toronto, canada. I will be staying in Philippines for a 3 to 4 moth visit in 2018. I am planning to return to CDO, in February until June 2018. Could anyone explain to me how the process of getting a ACR I-Card works? I have read ...
Hi Bob18, Somehow, you missed the first part of my reply, "I use my ACR card only when travelling in the Philippines. I also carry a color copy of my passport in my wallet at all times." You do not need to display your ACR, card when ... Read More
What does the process of acquiring ACR I-Card involve in CDO? by truenorth123456
I am Dale, from Toronto, canada. I will be staying in Philippines for a 3 to 4 moth visit in 2018. I am planning to return to CDO, in February until June 2018. Could anyone explain to me how the process of getting a ACR I-Card works? I have read ...
Hi Bob18, I use my ACR card only when travelling in the Philippines. I also carry a color copy of my passport in my wallet at all times. The risk of loosing your passport in the Philippines is high. I have never been asked for my passport or ID, ... Read More
What does the process of acquiring ACR I-Card involve in CDO? by truenorth123456
I am Dale, from Toronto, canada. I will be staying in Philippines for a 3 to 4 moth visit in 2018. I am planning to return to CDO, in February until June 2018. Could anyone explain to me how the process of getting a ACR I-Card works? I have read ...
Please register with the State Department, with your travel information, prior to leaving. https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/registration Read More
What does the process of acquiring ACR I-Card involve in CDO? by truenorth123456
I am Dale, from Toronto, canada. I will be staying in Philippines for a 3 to 4 moth visit in 2018. I am planning to return to CDO, in February until June 2018. Could anyone explain to me how the process of getting a ACR I-Card works? I have read ...
When you go to Immigration for your 2nd extension, (59th day or earlier), You will be required to get an ACR Card. Your ACR Card is good for 1 year. It is an ID card and can be use to travel instead of your passport. I am not sure if you need to ... Read More
Sending Money/Girlfriend Allowance by Kimo Kiting
Hello, I am new to the forum and this is my first post. I would like to thank all of the active members who have provided a wealth of information in pasts discussions. I hope to get to know many of you who are currently living in the Visayas. ...
Take a look at the market before you go. https://www.property24.com.ph/ Also check out Wells Fargo Bank, (expresssend) https://www.wellsfargo.com/international-remittances/asia/ Read More
Sending Money/Girlfriend Allowance by Kimo Kiting
Hello, I am new to the forum and this is my first post. I would like to thank all of the active members who have provided a wealth of information in pasts discussions. I hope to get to know many of you who are currently living in the Visayas. ...
Many Filipinas have multiple foreigners sending money to them. I would suggest waiting until you are in the Philippines and living together to start supporting her and her son. She may also ask you to send support to her family. Please be sure ... Read More
Receiving Building Product Quotations by Niccar
Could anybody tell me why its nearly impossible to get any replies via email, for any estimates I am requesting for, Windows, Doors, Solar Panels, Hot Water System, building services etc. I have sent over 30 emails in the last week to various ...
Text instead of email. Filipinos prefer to visit the job site to give a estimate. English ability is not good and many are not familiar with schematics/drawings... Personal contact is best. If you have a Filipina wife or girlfriend ask her ... 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 ...
http://www.philippineconsulatela.org/consular-services-2/visa Types of Philippines Visas Applying for a Philippine visa will require that the applicant鈥檚 passport be valid for six months beyond the applicant鈥檚 date of departure from ... 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 ...
Under Immigration Memorandum Circular No. SBM-2013-003, non-visa required national may extend their stay up to thirty six (36) months while visa required national may extend their stay up to twenty four (24) months. 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 ...
You can apply for a single entry 6 month or 1 year visa at the Consulate office in the USA or your home country, Please check for the current cost, ( prior cost were $60/6 mos., $90/1 year. The ACR card is an Alien Registration Card/ID card. It ... Read More
Marrying foreign man by Trixia34
I'm married with children but I'm separated. I want to annul my marriage
Where are you located ? Is your husband an American ? Did you husband apply for foreign citizenship for the children and do you have a green card ? Was your marriage registered in the Philippines ? Depending on the age of your husband, you qualify ... Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
The court system here in the Philippines works, but it is slow and cumbersome. Resolutions can be obtained in the courts on most issues. The problem with most foreigners here in the Philippines is they get frustrated and give up. Go to court. ... Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
The 60/40 rule only apply to a corporation. When you are married it is 50/50. Please ask you Father-in -Law, to read the, "Family codes of the Philippines". You can Google it, The laws are not as terrible as they appear. Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
You have always been allowed to purchase a condo. There is no land with a condo. The condo association retains title to the land. Please do not put the condo in your Filipinas name/or co own it with her. Use a will to convey property to her at ... Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
You can not own land in the Philippines. ONLY LAND. You can own all structures on the land by preparing a second tax declaration in your name only for all buildings. You can also place a mortgage on the land you put in her name payable to you. ... Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
You can not own land, only the land. You can own all structures on the land by having 2 tax declarations prepared. One in her name for the land and a second tax declaration for the structures in your name. You are also allowed to hold a mortgage ... Read More