Sumomaster2004
American expat in the Philippines
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Lives in Baliuag
Registration: 03 August 2020
SSA social security
Does anyone have My social security app here in PI? Read More
Watching the NHL in the Philippines by Dude55
Canucks in particular. Anyone know of any packages in the Philippines? I checked Cignal but their sports packages do not include NHL. I heard talk of 'internet boxes' but my relatives there know nothing of these.
@Dude55 Dofustream.....it has all the sports streams. And its free Read More
Send mail to SSA.
Whats the best way to send my SSA-7162-OCR-SM form to verify my existence here in P Read More
Watching the NHL in the Philippines by Dude55
Canucks in particular. Anyone know of any packages in the Philippines? I checked Cignal but their sports packages do not include NHL. I heard talk of 'internet boxes' but my relatives there know nothing of these.
Download Dofu stream from Play store.Streams all sports for free Read More
Mail Service by Dave & Ruby
Does anyone have a problem with the mail service in the Philippines? Ruby and I mailed a mothers day card to her mom in the province on March 22, 2023, and she still has not received it. So I'm guessing for us to receive any mail in a timely manner ...
@Dave & Ruby I just use FedEx. No problems. Read More
Mail Service by Dave & Ruby
Does anyone have a problem with the mail service in the Philippines? Ruby and I mailed a mothers day card to her mom in the province on March 22, 2023, and she still has not received it. So I'm guessing for us to receive any mail in a timely manner ...
@Dave & Ruby I just use FedEx. No problems Read More
Pension suspension by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone had their pension suspended because they didn't turn in the annual SSA-7162 from?
@Enzyte Bob thanks for your help Bob! The problem was the form. My account is active again. Read More
Pension suspension by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone had their pension suspended because they didn't turn in the annual SSA-7162 from?
@Michael9025 I'm trying to find out what to do to get it reinstated. To get my money. Read More
Pension suspension by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone had their pension suspended because they didn't turn in the annual SSA-7162 from?
@Enzyte Bob Yes the form was mailed to my old address in CDO. I live in Luzon now. They probably got my mail returned. Read More
Pension suspension by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone had their pension suspended because they didn't turn in the annual SSA-7162 from?
@Michael9025 You weren't suspended because of the form Read More
Pension suspension by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone had their pension suspended because they didn't turn in the annual SSA-7162 from?
@Michael9025 How did you resolve it can I ask Read More
Pension suspension by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone had their pension suspended because they didn't turn in the annual SSA-7162 from?
@Enzyte Bob I sent the form back and they received it. How long do you think it will take for them to process it and send the money to my bank? It's a pain to try to contact them Read More
Pension suspension by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone had their pension suspended because they didn't turn in the annual SSA-7162 from?
How did you resolve it can I ask? Read More
Pension suspension
Has anyone had their pension suspended because they didn't turn in the annual SSA-7162 from? Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
Funny all my dollar checks are deposited at Landbank in a dollar passbook account. Read More
Vaccination verification by Fritz62
Hello, I arrived at Manila airport with my International Vaccination Certificate issued by the Australian Government. The quarantine officer said that this document could not be verified, which I could not understand why. Meant I had to spend 2 ...
Under level 1 do they still require Vacc card for domestic air travel? Read More
SS direct deposit. by Sumomaster2004
The direct deposit is released at midnight in the US? Is it posted in real time here in P.I.?
Correct. Thats why i have 2 accounts 馃榿 Read More
SS direct deposit. by Sumomaster2004
The direct deposit is released at midnight in the US? Is it posted in real time here in P.I.?
Thanks Bob! Read More
SS direct deposit.
The direct deposit is released at midnight in the US? Is it posted in real time here in P.I.? Read More
Applying for social security while living in the Philippines by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone applied for their social security while living in the Philippines? What requirements did they ask for and how long did it take for them to approve it?
I have a question for anyone that gets their Social Security direct deposited into a local bank account here in P.I.. Does the deposit get posted on the date they told you or is it the day after due to the time difference. Thanks for your input. Read More
Where to deposit US treasury cheque in PH by ririd9705
Hi! I just received my 2nd stimulus cheque this april and i was wondering if there鈥檚 anybody who has been deposited theirs here in the Philippines. What banks can you suggest to deposit mine, i got my $600 and also i tried in eastwest bank and ...
If one branch wont do it try another one. Sometimes it depends on the manager and if they know about that kind of check. My account is at Landbank. Read More
Stimulus Payment Information for US Citizens by GuestPoster285
https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/economic-impact-payments-what-you-need-to-know So they do not send you a paper check: [quote]In the coming weeks, Treasury plans to develop a web-based portal for individuals to provide their banking information to the ...
1 year Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
I have a Landbank peso account and i deposited all of my Stimulus checks Theres a 25 day clearing and 10 day bank hold. After that it funds will be available. Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
What are the requirements to open a Security bank account? Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
I have a Landbank account. Its a 15 working day clearing and a 10 working day hold. 25 working day total. Landbank is the most lenient when a comes to requirements. Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
1-800-919-9835 Read More
Applying for social security while living in the Philippines by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone applied for their social security while living in the Philippines? What requirements did they ask for and how long did it take for them to approve it?
Is that your direct deposit account? Read More
Applying for social security while living in the Philippines by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone applied for their social security while living in the Philippines? What requirements did they ask for and how long did it take for them to approve it?
Did they ask you for your ACR card or just things pertaining to the SS app? Read More
Applying for social security while living in the Philippines by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone applied for their social security while living in the Philippines? What requirements did they ask for and how long did it take for them to approve it?
How did you get back pay? Is it from when you applied or after your birthdate? Read More
Opening a online bank account by Sumomaster2004
Anyone have any advice on opening an online bank account that will accept direct deposit from US? Then i can transfer my money to my bank account here in PI. Like deposits from IRS.
I have it. I used it to apply for my Social Security. Had to submit a separate form with the bank info. The Philippines was not listed on the IRS list of allowed banks. Using my bank code i just submit it to the IRS like any other DD request? Read More
Opening a online bank account by Sumomaster2004
Anyone have any advice on opening an online bank account that will accept direct deposit from US? Then i can transfer my money to my bank account here in PI. Like deposits from IRS.
I think the best solution is if someone has DD already from IRS to a PI bank account. I have 2 accounts here in PI already. Just need to make sure it can work just need the procedure set it up. Read More
Applying for social security while living in the Philippines by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone applied for their social security while living in the Philippines? What requirements did they ask for and how long did it take for them to approve it?
One more thing how long after the interview did you find out if you were approved?馃槉馃榿 Read More
Applying for social security while living in the Philippines by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone applied for their social security while living in the Philippines? What requirements did they ask for and how long did it take for them to approve it?
Thank you for your help! And patience... ill let you know the result after my interview on the 21st. Read More
Applying for social security while living in the Philippines by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone applied for their social security while living in the Philippines? What requirements did they ask for and how long did it take for them to approve it?
Hello again bro. Can i ask was your interview just a formality or were they negative? At any time did you feel like they might not approve your request. Read More
Opening a online bank account by Sumomaster2004
Anyone have any advice on opening an online bank account that will accept direct deposit from US? Then i can transfer my money to my bank account here in PI. Like deposits from IRS.
Guess i have to try to find that code so i can try it. So you already had direct deposit from IRS sent to your PI bank? Read More
Opening a online bank account by Sumomaster2004
Anyone have any advice on opening an online bank account that will accept direct deposit from US? Then i can transfer my money to my bank account here in PI. Like deposits from IRS.
Im pretty green about these things. Can you PM me how to set it up with IRS and my PI bank account? Thank you for your help in advance. Read More
Opening a online bank account by Sumomaster2004
Anyone have any advice on opening an online bank account that will accept direct deposit from US? Then i can transfer my money to my bank account here in PI. Like deposits from IRS.
The IRS will deposit your payment directly to your U.S. bank account (the IRS can鈥檛 direct deposit money to a foreign account), or mail your payment This is from IRS site. Read More
Opening a online bank account by Sumomaster2004
Anyone have any advice on opening an online bank account that will accept direct deposit from US? Then i can transfer my money to my bank account here in PI. Like deposits from IRS.
IRS doesnt direct deposit to foreign bank accounts. Read More
Opening a online bank account by Sumomaster2004
Anyone have any advice on opening an online bank account that will accept direct deposit from US? Then i can transfer my money to my bank account here in PI. Like deposits from IRS.
They will accept direct deposit from IRS? Read More
Opening a online bank account by Sumomaster2004
Anyone have any advice on opening an online bank account that will accept direct deposit from US? Then i can transfer my money to my bank account here in PI. Like deposits from IRS.
IRS wont direct deposit to a foreign bank account Read More
Opening a online bank account by Sumomaster2004
Anyone have any advice on opening an online bank account that will accept direct deposit from US? Then i can transfer my money to my bank account here in PI. Like deposits from IRS.
Thanks for all your input.. But i have 2 accounts here in PI already. What im looking for is how to open a bank account from US from here. I want to be able to do a direct deposit from IRS in that account from the US then i can transfer my money ... Read More
Opening a online bank account by Sumomaster2004
Anyone have any advice on opening an online bank account that will accept direct deposit from US? Then i can transfer my money to my bank account here in PI. Like deposits from IRS.
I have a local bank account but i dont have a US bank account anymore. Read More
Opening a online bank account
Anyone have any advice on opening an online bank account that will accept direct deposit from US? Then i can transfer my money to my bank account here in PI. Like deposits from IRS. Read More
Applying for social security while living in the Philippines by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone applied for their social security while living in the Philippines? What requirements did they ask for and how long did it take for them to approve it?
They emailed me yesterday and set a phone appointment for Sept. 21. Is your DD set up in PI? How long after the interview did you receive your first DD? Thanks for your patience and help. Read More
Applying for social security while living in the Philippines by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone applied for their social security while living in the Philippines? What requirements did they ask for and how long did it take for them to approve it?
What kind of documents did you have to submit? Read More
Applying for social security while living in the Philippines by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone applied for their social security while living in the Philippines? What requirements did they ask for and how long did it take for them to approve it?
So from start to approval was about 3 months? How long before you got your first deposit? Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
How do you deposit to another persons account? Read More
Applying for social security while living in the Philippines by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone applied for their social security while living in the Philippines? What requirements did they ask for and how long did it take for them to approve it?
Thanks!! Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
Depends on which branch you go to. I have Landbank and they only ask for my SS card and local id. They never asked for passport or ACR card. Only need to open a peso account not dollar account. I just opened a second passbook peso account for my ... Read More
Applying for social security while living in the Philippines
Has anyone applied for their social security while living in the Philippines? What requirements did they ask for and how long did it take for them to approve it? Read More
Where to deposit US treasury cheque in PH by ririd9705
Hi! I just received my 2nd stimulus cheque this april and i was wondering if there鈥檚 anybody who has been deposited theirs here in the Philippines. What banks can you suggest to deposit mine, i got my $600 and also i tried in eastwest bank and ...
Pls go thru the previous posts to see if you can find your answer before posting the same question many times. Thank you. Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
They convert the dollar to peso once it clears. Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
I deposit all of my US checks at Landbank. I have a peso account and its converted once it clears. After 25 days not including weekends posted for withdrawal. Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
How will you cash it? Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
I got mine at Landbank and it took 25 days total to clear and post in my account. Its a peso account. Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
No. You cant deposit the check till the account is open. Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
My checks have a US address on it. No problem with Landbank. The pay to name has to match yours. I have a peso account and its converted upon clearing. Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
No. Just a dollar account is enough. But you can deposit a dollar check into the peso account and it will automatically convert it. Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
Just open a peso or dollar account for$100 and deposit your check. Read More
Where to deposit US treasury cheque in PH by ririd9705
Hi! I just received my 2nd stimulus cheque this april and i was wondering if there鈥檚 anybody who has been deposited theirs here in the Philippines. What banks can you suggest to deposit mine, i got my $600 and also i tried in eastwest bank and ...
Has anyone gotten a 5071C letter? How did you complete the ID verify? How to get around it if you no longer have a US credit card and cant go there in person. Read More
Where to deposit US treasury cheque in PH by ririd9705
Hi! I just received my 2nd stimulus cheque this april and i was wondering if there鈥檚 anybody who has been deposited theirs here in the Philippines. What banks can you suggest to deposit mine, i got my $600 and also i tried in eastwest bank and ...
HI Can you msg me if you find a way to open a transcript account with the IRS? I dont have a credit card anymore either. Thanks Read More
Second stimulus paper check by sarahw45
Hello! Has anyone received their second stimulus check via mail yet? Still waiting on mine... and I saw that some people in Taiwan received theirs a few weeks ago. Hoping it will be soon!
Has anyone tried calling the toll free number to ask about the Stimulus? 1-800-919-9835 Read More
Second stimulus paper check by sarahw45
Hello! Has anyone received their second stimulus check via mail yet? Still waiting on mine... and I saw that some people in Taiwan received theirs a few weeks ago. Hoping it will be soon!
Has anyone tried calling the toll free number to ask about the Stimulus? Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
How much is your check? My check was just $1200. Fedex didnt have a problem. Got it in 3 days. Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
I use Fedex.Not sure how much it will cost you. I paid $77 to send it from Hawaii to PH. Read More
Second stimulus paper check by sarahw45
Hello! Has anyone received their second stimulus check via mail yet? Still waiting on mine... and I saw that some people in Taiwan received theirs a few weeks ago. Hoping it will be soon!
Mailed to my US address. Read More
Second stimulus paper check by sarahw45
Hello! Has anyone received their second stimulus check via mail yet? Still waiting on mine... and I saw that some people in Taiwan received theirs a few weeks ago. Hoping it will be soon!
I filed for the recovery rebate for 600 on Feb 12. Still nothing Read More
Second stimulus paper check by sarahw45
Hello! Has anyone received their second stimulus check via mail yet? Still waiting on mine... and I saw that some people in Taiwan received theirs a few weeks ago. Hoping it will be soon!
Cant understand why if we got the first one with no problem the other two never showed up Read More
Second stimulus paper check by sarahw45
Hello! Has anyone received their second stimulus check via mail yet? Still waiting on mine... and I saw that some people in Taiwan received theirs a few weeks ago. Hoping it will be soon!
I have a US address and im still waiting for the 600 and 1400 checks. Read More
$1400 Biden Stimulus Check by Enzyte Bob
My daughter in the states received her $1400 yesterday direct deposit. I'm still checking my stateside bank account and have not received anything. Has anyone received their $1400 direct deposit?
Even when it supposedly is working its always wrong. Just have to pray and wait like alot if us. Read More
Second stimulus paper check by sarahw45
Hello! Has anyone received their second stimulus check via mail yet? Still waiting on mine... and I saw that some people in Taiwan received theirs a few weeks ago. Hoping it will be soon!
Yes most of us are wondering what happened to our second check. I got the first one straight away. Read More
Second stimulus paper check by sarahw45
Hello! Has anyone received their second stimulus check via mail yet? Still waiting on mine... and I saw that some people in Taiwan received theirs a few weeks ago. Hoping it will be soon!
Any news from your bank about the check clearing? Read More
Second stimulus paper check by sarahw45
Hello! Has anyone received their second stimulus check via mail yet? Still waiting on mine... and I saw that some people in Taiwan received theirs a few weeks ago. Hoping it will be soon!
You havent gotten your 600 or 1400 check yet then. Read More
Second stimulus paper check by sarahw45
Hello! Has anyone received their second stimulus check via mail yet? Still waiting on mine... and I saw that some people in Taiwan received theirs a few weeks ago. Hoping it will be soon!
I got the first. But nothing after. I have an US address. Read More
Second stimulus paper check by sarahw45
Hello! Has anyone received their second stimulus check via mail yet? Still waiting on mine... and I saw that some people in Taiwan received theirs a few weeks ago. Hoping it will be soon!
If youre talking about the $600 check no i have'nt received it either. I got the $1200 check using the non filers app. I dont understand why i never got the second one. Read More
Treasury check clearing timeframe. by Sumomaster2004
Has anyone deposited their stimulus check in a local bank here? How long was the clearing period?
They let you use the check to open the account? Read More
Advice on Marriage/Situation At HAnd by William Greenlee
I am 59 and have met a 30 year old school teacher who has a child with c/palsy. I too have a Son with c/palsy. I have had my Son by myself for 18 years. I decided I would open to possible marriage but I am only interested in a Filipino. So we met. ...
Looks like you found one of the gems. Going well so far. Good Luck . Read More
Treasury check clearing timeframe.
Has anyone deposited their stimulus check in a local bank here? How long was the clearing period? Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
I havent gotten mine either. I have a US address. Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
Can i ask your status on the $600 stimulus? Read More
Where to deposit US stimulus paper check (Philippines) by sarahw45
Hello everyone! I have just received my paper check in the mail a few weeks ago and am now wondering if anyone knows how I can cash it or somehow deposit it into a bank account here in the Philippines. My parents were able to receive theirs by ...
Go to Landbank and p5000 to open a dollar account. Read More
Bank account opening
Can anyone suggest a bank in Bulacan that doesnt have a lot of red tape to go thru to open a dollar account. Read More