Tariq1983
American looking for information about Philippines
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About me
American
Speaks English
Registration: 19 April 2020
Back in New York
So I'm back in New York. I was 8 months in Philippines and I love it here. This time I wanna see in Cebu. I can go into trucking for 3 years and I wanna buy a condo by 2025-2026. I love Philippines and thank you for everything 鉂も潳 Read More
Buying a Condo
So I have been living in the Philippines roughly 3 months and I have to say I have found the place I want to settle. 聽I love the hot weather friendly people beautiful women beaches mountains etc. my next step is to start looking into buying a ... Read More
American Clothing Sizes
So I鈥檓 about 5鈥�9 220 lbs. Wide frame but deff more muscle than fat. I鈥檓 having trouble finding clothes my size are there any clothing stores in the Philippines that cater to American sizes. I tried on a three XL last week and even ... Read More
Flight is today
I am sitting here right now at JFK. We start boarding in 30 mins. We fly to Germany then Singapore then finally ill touch down in Manila Saturday at 1pm.聽Im wracking my brain trying to figure out how the hell did i get into this lmao Read More
Keep BOA or transfer funds to new bank? by Tariq1983
How has everybody been?! So is everyone is quite aware I鈥檓 leaving to the Philippines in roughly 3 weeks. I鈥檝e taken care of everything that needs to be taken care of with the exception of my Covid test which I will get done the day of ...
@Lotus Eater聽i dont think i ever asked about banking.聽 Read More
Keep BOA or transfer funds to new bank? by Tariq1983
How has everybody been?! So is everyone is quite aware I鈥檓 leaving to the Philippines in roughly 3 weeks. I鈥檝e taken care of everything that needs to be taken care of with the exception of my Covid test which I will get done the day of ...
@Wellsfry聽im staying indefinitely聽 Read More
Leaving Tomorrow by eptowing
So I am leaving tomorrow night from San Francisco Ca to Manila then on to Cagayan de Oro. 20 plus hours. .聽 My first trip and staying 64 days. I will be going to 6 islands and staying at 12 different聽 hotels, condo's and resorts聽 Any ...
Hey good luck on your trip. I鈥檓 heading out there to the Philippines in three weeks. Hope you have a great time out there and that you meet the love of your life Read More
Keep BOA or transfer funds to new bank?
How has everybody been?! So is everyone is quite aware I鈥檓 leaving to the Philippines in roughly 3 weeks. I鈥檝e taken care of everything that needs to be taken care of with the exception of my Covid test which I will get done the day of ... Read More
It鈥檚 Official i have my tickets 馃槑馃挴 by Tariq1983
So after what seems like an eternity between working saving money and waiting for Covid to end I have finally purchased my tickets to fly to the Philippines. Im flying out of JFK on May 26 at 9pm and arriving in Manila May 28 at 1pm. I just wanna ...
Thank you for the tip. Deff going to be something i do Read More
It鈥檚 Official i have my tickets 馃槑馃挴
So after what seems like an eternity between working saving money and waiting for Covid to end I have finally purchased my tickets to fly to the Philippines. Im flying out of JFK on May 26 at 9pm and arriving in Manila May 28 at 1pm. I just wanna ... Read More
It鈥檚 Official i have my tickets 馃槑馃挴
So after what seems like an eternity between working saving money and waiting for Covid to end I have finally purchased my tickets to fly to the Philippines. Im flying out of JFK on May 26 at 9pm and arriving in Manila May 28 at 1pm. I just wanna ... Read More
It鈥檚 Official i have my tickets 馃槑馃挴
So after what seems like an eternity between working saving money and waiting for Covid to end I have finally purchased my tickets to fly to the Philippines. Im flying out of JFK on May 26 at 9pm and arriving in Manila May 28 at 1pm. I just wanna ... Read More
It鈥檚 Official i have my tickets 馃槑馃挴
So after what seems like an eternity between working saving money and waiting for Covid to end I have finally purchased my tickets to fly to the Philippines. Im flying out of JFK on May 26 at 9pm and arriving in Manila May 28 at 1pm. I just wanna ... Read More
The Philippines no longer a destination for just retirees!!
https://youtu.be/-U8H49fwL1o Its a new day and a new generation. I give a few facts and show why and how younger expats will begin flooding not only the Philippines but other countries as well seeking a higher quality of living Read More
New Generation of expats to be much younger
Covid was a blessing in many ways for people of my generation. It showed us how unstable and fragile things really are at the government level. It also showed that the world is changing that remote work is going to be the norm in the next few ... Read More
New Generation of expats to be much younger
Covid was a blessing in many ways for people of my generation. It showed us how unstable and fragile things really are at the government level. It also showed that the world is changing that remote work is going to be the norm in the next few ... Read More
New generation of expats will be younger
Covid was a blessing in many ways for people of my generation. It showed us how unstable and fragile things really are at the government level. It also showed that the world is changing that remote work is going to be the norm in the next few ... Read More
New generation of expats will be younger
Covid was a blessing in many ways for people of my generation. It showed us how unstable and fragile things really are at the government level. It also showed that the world is changing that remote work is going to be the norm in the next few ... Read More
Going in July by Tariq1983
Was just informed the Philippines will officially be opened Feb 10. July is looking like the month i touch down there. I have quite a bit of saved up already but a little more never hurt. I鈥檝e made contact with a few Americans who have been ...
Yea i enjoy watching both channels but i agree Paul being 65+ parading a 23 year old around half naked is kinda cringy. However I鈥檓 not here to judge anyone else鈥檚 life and she鈥檚 an adult. That aside I get a lot of insight from ... Read More
Going in July by Tariq1983
Was just informed the Philippines will officially be opened Feb 10. July is looking like the month i touch down there. I have quite a bit of saved up already but a little more never hurt. I鈥檝e made contact with a few Americans who have been ...
I know exactly who you鈥檙e talking about I have been following his channel for almost 2 years now lol. Him in Sunshine Shoulders are my go to channels Read More
Internet Gambling From The Philippines by Enzyte Bob
While living in the states, Las Vegas to be exact. I had many opportunities to gamble, it's not the gambling that had me visiting the casinos, but the buy one get one at the buffets. Who can resist having prime rib dinner for my wife and myself ...
I was just in Vegas yesterday lol. Small world. Read More
Going in July by Tariq1983
Was just informed the Philippines will officially be opened Feb 10. July is looking like the month i touch down there. I have quite a bit of saved up already but a little more never hurt. I鈥檝e made contact with a few Americans who have been ...
I鈥檓 not saying I have everything perfect 100% really what plan is ever 100% fool proof? There are definitely some risk involved in this move but they are risk I have already contemplated and I鈥檓 willing to take. Read More
The driving force of your expatriation in the Philippines by Diksha
Hello everybody, Moving abroad, to a destination such as the Philippines, is often the result of careful consideration. It is a major life decision and one that should not be taken lightly as the implications are so diverse. We would like to know ...
Im an American. I am adventurous by nature. I want some new scenery a change of pace a cheaper cost of living and ill be honest The beautiful woman in the Philippines is definitely a huge plus 馃槑馃槑 Read More
Going in July by Tariq1983
Was just informed the Philippines will officially be opened Feb 10. July is looking like the month i touch down there. I have quite a bit of saved up already but a little more never hurt. I鈥檝e made contact with a few Americans who have been ...
TEFL/Tesol is deff something i will do. The market to China has shut down but there鈥檚 numerous other countries that are looking for English teachers online. The pay is pretty decent and it鈥檚 more than enough to cover all your bills and ... Read More
Going in July by Tariq1983
Was just informed the Philippines will officially be opened Feb 10. July is looking like the month i touch down there. I have quite a bit of saved up already but a little more never hurt. I鈥檝e made contact with a few Americans who have been ...
Thank you for realizing this is anything but bait. You have always been a big supporter of me on this page Read More
Going in July by Tariq1983
Was just informed the Philippines will officially be opened Feb 10. July is looking like the month i touch down there. I have quite a bit of saved up already but a little more never hurt. I鈥檝e made contact with a few Americans who have been ...
I purchased a ticket on Philippines airlines. A one-way ticket to the Philippines was about $790. I picked July 30. Then I purchased another ticket for three weeks later called a throwaway ticket for Malaysia this was a little bit over $200. Read More
Going in July by Tariq1983
Was just informed the Philippines will officially be opened Feb 10. July is looking like the month i touch down there. I have quite a bit of saved up already but a little more never hurt. I鈥檝e made contact with a few Americans who have been ...
I鈥檓 going on a tourist visa as of February 10 you can just fly over with a passport. I鈥檓 sorry that you think this is bay but I鈥檓 100% real on this. After 30 days I will apply for a visa extension of either two months or six months ... Read More
Going in July by Tariq1983
Was just informed the Philippines will officially be opened Feb 10. July is looking like the month i touch down there. I have quite a bit of saved up already but a little more never hurt. I鈥檝e made contact with a few Americans who have been ...
I am allowed to get Visa extensions after 1 month Read More
Going in July by Tariq1983
Was just informed the Philippines will officially be opened Feb 10. July is looking like the month i touch down there. I have quite a bit of saved up already but a little more never hurt. I鈥檝e made contact with a few Americans who have been ...
This is a long-term trip I鈥檓 flying out there and then have no set plans on coming back anytime soon Read More
Going in July by Tariq1983
Was just informed the Philippines will officially be opened Feb 10. July is looking like the month i touch down there. I have quite a bit of saved up already but a little more never hurt. I鈥檝e made contact with a few Americans who have been ...
My cousin is in AC. Also because of the US base that was once there The infrastructure is pretty decent so is the Wi-Fi. Me having good Wi-Fi is important because that鈥檚 a big part of how I鈥檓 going to be earning money. I鈥檓 not ... Read More
Going in July
Was just informed the Philippines will officially be opened Feb 10. July is looking like the month i touch down there. I have quite a bit of saved up already but a little more never hurt. I鈥檝e made contact with a few Americans who have been ... Read More
Philippines Back Open
Now that the Philippines is just about back open im buying my tickets to travel there in April. In the past two years I鈥檝e created a pretty good network of Americans who are already living out there or have lived out there already. However I ... Read More
Curious about Thailand
So I was planning on moving to the Philippines but COVID-19 seems to have stalled my plans. As it appears Thailand is the best second choice. I am wondering what are the visa requirements for Thailand because I know they are different from the ... Read More
Interested in moving to Colombia
So I鈥檓 38 years old from The United States and I鈥檓 interested in possibly moving to Colombia. I鈥檓 just at the planning stages right now but I was wondering what are Colombia鈥檚 laws when it comes to immigration and visas. How ... Read More
Expat Communities
My cousin has been living in the Philippines for 10 years. I am wondering what cities have the largest expat communities especially American. From what he told me its not wise to live outside an expat community when u first arrive since the ... Read More
Interests out of the USA
Curious other than the beach what does everyone enjoy doing while in the Philippines. Im heavy into fitness and my favorite sports are Boxing and American football. love to lift weights concerts comedy clubs etc.I know its similar to america in some ... Read More
How to obtain an ACR-1 card? by Tariq1983
Just wondering whats an ACR-1 card and how do i obtain one?
Yes the info helped ALOT. Thanks for taking your time out to help me Read More
How to obtain an ACR-1 card?
Just wondering whats an ACR-1 card and how do i obtain one? Read More
Best bank to use by Tariq1983
Wondering what's the best bank to use when going to the Philippines. I'm looking for a good American bank that is friendly with Filipino banks as far as money transfers and no fees when using your ATM card.
first time ill be coming 90 days to 6 months. Read More
Best bank to use
Wondering what's the best bank to use when going to the Philippines. I'm looking for a good American bank that is friendly with Filipino banks as far as money transfers and no fees when using your ATM card. Read More
Why I want to move to the Phillipines by Tariq1983
there were many comments and questions as to why me as a 36 year old want to move to the philippines and ill answer tham all here first and foremost im adventurous and need a change and have always wanted to live in another country. the philippines ...
I've had enough encounters with the police to know how to keep a cool and level head. I'm not going to go there talking about my "rights". I know I'm in another country and humility goes a long way Read More
Why I want to move to the Phillipines by Tariq1983
there were many comments and questions as to why me as a 36 year old want to move to the philippines and ill answer tham all here first and foremost im adventurous and need a change and have always wanted to live in another country. the philippines ...
I appreciate your reply and I was wondering how is my age my biggest problem? Read More
1 BR Apartment
Im just wondering on average how much is a 1 BR apartment going for in Davao outside the city center Read More
Why I want to move to the Phillipines by Tariq1983
there were many comments and questions as to why me as a 36 year old want to move to the philippines and ill answer tham all here first and foremost im adventurous and need a change and have always wanted to live in another country. the philippines ...
how old r u how long have u lived in the philippines and what advice would u give me? whats the bare minnimum amount u would have saveed to come for roughly 3 months Read More
Why I want to move to the Phillipines
there were many comments and questions as to why me as a 36 year old want to move to the philippines and ill answer tham all here first and foremost im adventurous and need a change and have always wanted to live in another country. the philippines ... Read More
New Here. Moving to Philippines soon by Tariq1983
[b]Hey my names Tariq im new to the forum. im 36 planning on moving to the philippines next year.i work as a truck driver and id like to save between 40 and 60K before going over. as far as making money i was thinking of starting an online business ...
im curious why is that to short to stay for 6 months? ive seen quite a few expats survive for a year or 2 on much less Read More
New Here. Moving to Philippines soon by Tariq1983
[b]Hey my names Tariq im new to the forum. im 36 planning on moving to the philippines next year.i work as a truck driver and id like to save between 40 and 60K before going over. as far as making money i was thinking of starting an online business ...
Ive never been to the philippines. Davao i hear great things about from filipinos i grew up with as well as ones on line and americans. and im looking to live as frugal as possible i dont want the perception of me being a rich american Read More
New Here. Moving to Philippines soon by Tariq1983
[b]Hey my names Tariq im new to the forum. im 36 planning on moving to the philippines next year.i work as a truck driver and id like to save between 40 and 60K before going over. as far as making money i was thinking of starting an online business ...
i was going to have a tourist visa. how much would u suggest i bring with me if i wanted to stay 6 months. i am not looking to live in the most expensive places. i can do a cheap studio apartment. i dont drink or smoke id prolly want a gym ... Read More
New Here. Moving to Philippines soon
Hey my names Tariq im new to the forum. im 36 planning on moving to the philippines next year.i work as a truck driver and id like to save between 40 and 60K before going over. as far as making money i was thinking of starting an online business ... Read More