Arcadieus
American expat in Romania
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Registration: 06 August 2020
Trying to find a cheaper pharmacy here than Mercury by Arcadieus
Hi, I was prescribed oxynorm 5mg from a pain specialist here. Mercury is charging 160 pesos per tablet. Is there any other pharmacy that would carry this medicine and be cheaper? Or is there some type of discount prescription program I can sign up ...
Thank you for the advice. Ya a one month supply at Mercury is 17k. Again I get reimbursed for this but it takes six months. Read More
Trying to find a cheaper pharmacy here than Mercury
Hi, I was prescribed oxynorm 5mg from a pain specialist here. Mercury is charging 160 pesos per tablet. Is there any other pharmacy that would carry this medicine and be cheaper? Or is there some type of discount prescription program I can sign up ... Read More
Is 13A hard to do obtain by yourself? by Arcadieus
I recently renewed my tourist visa for six months and I want to start working on my 13A, since I can't get a license without a long term visa. Any and all advice would be appreciated!
We got married online through the state of Utah *we lived together prior but with covid this was the best way to get me into the Philippines* so we have our Report of Marriage and an apostilled marriage license currently. Read More
Is 13A hard to do obtain by yourself? by Arcadieus
I recently renewed my tourist visa for six months and I want to start working on my 13A, since I can't get a license without a long term visa. Any and all advice would be appreciated!
Doing some further research, I'm not required to do NBI clearance either. February 2nd will be 59 days and NBI is required if you're here six months or more. I have my BI clearance already, since I did the tourist extension last week and we ... Read More
Is 13A hard to do obtain by yourself? by Arcadieus
I recently renewed my tourist visa for six months and I want to start working on my 13A, since I can't get a license without a long term visa. Any and all advice would be appreciated!
From my understanding, US citizens aren't required the medical exam part unless I read it wrong. Thanks for all the other information though. I'm trying to do this by myself, since it seems pretty straight forward. Read More
Is 13A hard to do obtain by yourself? by Arcadieus
I recently renewed my tourist visa for six months and I want to start working on my 13A, since I can't get a license without a long term visa. Any and all advice would be appreciated!
I have the ACR card *not sure if it's 1 or another number*. They actually didn't ask for my flight number for the ACR card, but I have the original documents they gave me. I'm just wondering if this is hard process or should I just pay ... Read More
Is 13A hard to do obtain by yourself?
I recently renewed my tourist visa for six months and I want to start working on my 13A, since I can't get a license without a long term visa. Any and all advice would be appreciated! Read More
If I bring a PC on an airplane, will I still be charged customs taxes? by Arcadieus
Trying to figure a way around paying 12% through customs. Anyone have any other ideas?
My wife and I were married online *we lived together before in Romania* San Fran consulate recognized the marriage, since it had an apostilled license. Read More
If I bring a PC on an airplane, will I still be charged customs taxes? by Arcadieus
Trying to figure a way around paying 12% through customs. Anyone have any other ideas?
Hey all, sorry for the delayed update/replies. I'm coming in on a 9A visa *secured it a few weeks ago and flying on 12/3!*. My wife and I plan on applying for a 13A immediately though. So yes I'm coming in as a "tourist" bit not ... Read More
Do I need a ROM for a 9A visa as a foreign spouse?
The consulates are pretty useless when it comes to information and I just wanna make sure I can get in via the 9A visa. Also, they are saying it's a single issue visa but does anyone know if I can get it extended? Read More
If I bring a PC on an airplane, will I still be charged customs taxes? by Arcadieus
Trying to figure a way around paying 12% through customs. Anyone have any other ideas?
I'm actually not coming as a tourist now. My fianc茅e and I are being married online July 3rd. I will then apply for the spousal visa *which is possible to do this way.* Read More
Tourism might be on the horizon, if you're vaccinated.
https://beta.tourism.gov.ph/news/dot-proposes-green-lane-fully-vaccinated-travelers Read More
How do I know if my Girlfriend is who she says she is. by Derek.C
I have been chatting to a Lady on Facebook for nearly 4 Years now, But the other day I had a message from someone else saying, My girlfriend is a sex worker and a gold digger, and all her family know about it, and they are only after my money, But ...
Could be she's a sex worker or it could just be crab mentality. Filipinos are amazing people but they can be super jealous too. Read More
Lifting of Travel Ban on Foreign Nationals by Cherryann01
Good day to all you good people. I have just read an article from ABS-CBN.COM on Facebook saying that the entry ban on foreign nationals was to be lifted from 1 May 2021, with the exception of nationals from India, due to the current surge in cases ...
There is *** at this point. They are intentionally sabotaging their economy and for what? Read More
Estimated time to get approved for a spousal visa? by Arcadieus
Hi, my fianc茅e and I are gonna do an online wedding sometime at the end of June or early July. I saw the updated entry allowed and I was wonder what the typical timeline during covid was for a spousal visa?
We actually already met and lived together for two years in Romania. I was just wondering how long the process takes from stateside? We are getting married online at the end of June through a legitimate service. Read More
Estimated time to get approved for a spousal visa?
Hi, my fianc茅e and I are gonna do an online wedding sometime at the end of June or early July. I saw the updated entry allowed and I was wonder what the typical timeline during covid was for a spousal visa? Read More
Advice needed on life in the Cavite area please! by Viona Loos
Hello Everyone! I am a single Mum with two teenage kids and I am looking for information on Imus, Cavite or in the vicinity please. I have heard that there are occasional floods there and was wondering where is a suitable area to live? I have ...
I have a place in Imus that never floods. You gotta just find some place on hill is what it comes down to. Read More
Moving to Bucharest- Nett income for a family of 4 by vermaanurag1
Hi friends, I am planning to move to Bucharest and have some concerns and questions to consider my decision. 1. Ho much should be a decent net salary there considering international school for my kids (6 and 12 years), rented 2 bedroom in city, ...
You could probably get away with 60k ron a month. I was living on 50k with just my girlfriend and we only spent about 10k. That was including transpo and any restaurant we wanted to go. We only lived in sector 1 Avaiti, which is in my opinion the ... Read More
Residency card by reemamirje
How long does it take to get a residency card if living in Bucharest limits after papers submitted ?
Are you reapplying or getting your first card? You don't have to reapply currently. Permits were extended indefinitely due to the state of emergency. Read More
I'm sure this is already known BUT
Avoid Manila for the time being. We just lost our friend who was 34 years old to covid. The guy was in perfect health, worked out and had no preexisting conditions. He lived right outside Manila and went there to pick up some bulk food for his ... Read More
Info regarding international tourism. by Arcadieus
My girlfriend follows some Filipino reporter back home *apparently this guy is in the know and the government is afraid of him?* International tourism will resume in May 2021 and a vaccine will also be available by the end of April. Clearly this is ...
Gotta just hope for the best at this point. Vaccines are coming. One way or another everything will be reopening. Read More
Info regarding international tourism. by Arcadieus
My girlfriend follows some Filipino reporter back home *apparently this guy is in the know and the government is afraid of him?* International tourism will resume in May 2021 and a vaccine will also be available by the end of April. Clearly this is ...
The reporters name is Raffi Tulfo. Like I said it's all subjective, but apparently he is pretty reliable with information. Read More
Info regarding international tourism.
My girlfriend follows some Filipino reporter back home *apparently this guy is in the know and the government is afraid of him?* International tourism will resume in May 2021 and a vaccine will also be available by the end of April. Clearly this is ... Read More
SRRV Visa. by Dennis uk
hi ,is it possible to arrive on a 30 day visa from uk and possibly apply for SRRV Visa in manila while in country?
I thought the Phillipines wasn't doing visas for international right now?? Read More
Has anyone heard about a rapid Covid test when arriving?
My girlfriend said something about a covid test with results within four hours. This would be great if implicated before she returns, instead of having her have to quarantine in a hotel and wait for results. Read More
Things your shouldn't do in the Philippines. by Lovethephilippines
This list is copied from another member on a different site but it was great information so just sharing for others. 1) Do not mess with Filipino pride! While Filipinos are friendly, accommodating people, they are also very proud. It would be a ...
You forgot don't sing Sinatra's "My way". Plenty of people have been killed singing that song. Read More
airport open . by mauovernet
Someone here put in this forum what was official that until March - June they will open an airport for tourists in the Philippines. But today I asked the embassy and they say it's a lie, that they don't even know when.
Everything I've read said second quarter 2021. So between April-June 2021. I imagine it'll be closer to April, since tourism is almost 25% of the Philippines GDP. Read More
when are flights resuming by Tariq072283
Im looking to travel to Pampanga February or March. I was wondering what what is the situation with flights now and when they were likely to resume. I was told by a friend that the Philippines is only accepting long term visas and i was planning on ...
Lotta negative people here who think government is god and scientists can't be corrupt or bought off. Sure, people are dying but those same people would have died in a really bad flu season. Oh well, I guess we're all going to war with China ... Read More
when are flights resuming by Tariq072283
Im looking to travel to Pampanga February or March. I was wondering what what is the situation with flights now and when they were likely to resume. I was told by a friend that the Philippines is only accepting long term visas and i was planning on ...
You do not know much about what's going-on around you (in the world), do you? However, this sentence seem to be the most correct from all of your other comments.I read international news every single day. There won't be a lockdown 12 months ... Read More
when are flights resuming by Tariq072283
Im looking to travel to Pampanga February or March. I was wondering what what is the situation with flights now and when they were likely to resume. I was told by a friend that the Philippines is only accepting long term visas and i was planning on ...
Can you link me that article please? Read More
when are flights resuming by Tariq072283
Im looking to travel to Pampanga February or March. I was wondering what what is the situation with flights now and when they were likely to resume. I was told by a friend that the Philippines is only accepting long term visas and i was planning on ...
You're a fool if you think people are going to allow to be stayed lockdown 12 months from now. The entire world will burn before that. Read More
when are flights resuming by Tariq072283
Im looking to travel to Pampanga February or March. I was wondering what what is the situation with flights now and when they were likely to resume. I was told by a friend that the Philippines is only accepting long term visas and i was planning on ...
Didn't realize this was a conspiracy website lol. What because the world economy is bad? World war 3 is imminent with China? I'm comparing comparable passed events here i.e great depression and the Spanish flu. Neither of those took years ... Read More
when are flights resuming by Tariq072283
Im looking to travel to Pampanga February or March. I was wondering what what is the situation with flights now and when they were likely to resume. I was told by a friend that the Philippines is only accepting long term visas and i was planning on ...
Wrong! The Spanish flu didn't take years for international travel to reopen *granted flying internationally wasn't even a thing back then.* the Spanish flu was 100 times worse and international traveled resumed pretty soon.bob already told ... Read More
when are flights resuming by Tariq072283
Im looking to travel to Pampanga February or March. I was wondering what what is the situation with flights now and when they were likely to resume. I was told by a friend that the Philippines is only accepting long term visas and i was planning on ...
Years lol. Jesus dude did you even think before you posted this? The Philippines can't survive years without tourism. It's a pretty crucial part of their GDP.Bob may be closer to correct than anyone want to believe. fact is Bob telling it ... Read More
when are flights resuming by Tariq072283
Im looking to travel to Pampanga February or March. I was wondering what what is the situation with flights now and when they were likely to resume. I was told by a friend that the Philippines is only accepting long term visas and i was planning on ...
Years lol. Jesus dude did you even think before you posted this? The Philippines can't survive years without tourism. It's a pretty crucial part of their GDP. Read More
Immigration asking letter guarantee by Safferman
Hi, I have recently received this message: Hi, I have received message, is this from Immigration office? Goodmorning, this is from the Bureau of Immigration regarding the 13a marriage visa application of ________. Upon careful evaluation of the ...
From my personal experience and research, they want a notarized guarantee from your embassy stating you've never been married. Read More
Balikbayan Boxes: How long to arrive from US post CV19? by moonunit0103
Hi, Wanted to find out how long to expect a Balikbayan Box to arrive from the East Coast US to Leyte, Post CV19. Have been very frustrated at the snail's pace using myus.com. I paid for my order to ship out 11 days ago, but it still has not ...
Only thing I can think of is paying for expedited shipping, but you're gonna have to sell a kidney for that. Read More
A company to transfer my money from US to Philippines by hughes3864
I need some help finding a company to transfer my money for me. anyone that could refer me to one they use would be very much appreciated. I want to transfer from my US checking to my Philipine checking. Brad
What about transfers from my US account to my girlfriends account. Figured that might be easier than opening a bank account. 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 ...
Ya no. I'm not sacrificing my pension, VA benefits and social security just for some land in the Philippines lol. 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 think the whole not owning land is assbackards. A ww2 veteran can't own land in the Philippines, but a ww2 Filipino rebel can own land in the US? Sounds like bullshit to me. Read More
Feels impossible by Stephenjl69
Recently my partner who鈥檚 Romanian moved back to Bucharest and I was excited about moving to Bucharest with her as it鈥檚 a city I鈥檝e been to many times and love, as I do the country of Romania and always enjoy venturing out in to ...
You definitely need work before they'll even consider giving you a visa too. The economy here is shit too because of the virus. Read More
Feels impossible by Stephenjl69
Recently my partner who鈥檚 Romanian moved back to Bucharest and I was excited about moving to Bucharest with her as it鈥檚 a city I鈥檝e been to many times and love, as I do the country of Romania and always enjoy venturing out in to ...
Start a business. That's what I did. Read More
Legal issues by Andreea Paducel
Hello friends. I was wondering .... what legal issues did you encounter as an expat coming to Romania? How did you solve your issues? Have a nice evening.
I had zero legal issues besides getting my business Visa, which my lawyers handled remarkably. Read More
Moving to Cavite in January as a retired 34 year old. by Arcadieus
Hi, I'm planning on moving to Cavite in January with my girlfriend. She is originally from Cavite and we have been living in Romania the last year. I'm just trying to figure out how to keep myself busy there and have my girlfriend*soon to be ...
That's really a great idea. Simple but profitable. Read More
Medication in the Philippines by Lo茂c
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like the ...
I'm at 100%. I can use the FMP anywhere but I'd prefer to use the VA in Manila. Read More
How long can the Phillipines stay shut before financially collapsing? by Arcadieus
I'm just curious on the current situation. My girlfriend tells me everyone is losing their jobs and pretty much destitute as of right now.
I just shave my head off. My girlfriend is the one who needs a hair stylist haha. Read More
How long can the Phillipines stay shut before financially collapsing? by Arcadieus
I'm just curious on the current situation. My girlfriend tells me everyone is losing their jobs and pretty much destitute as of right now.
Think the exchange rate will fall to 2008 levels? Read More
How long can the Phillipines stay shut before financially collapsing?
I'm just curious on the current situation. My girlfriend tells me everyone is losing their jobs and pretty much destitute as of right now. Read More
Question regarding credit and credit scores in the Philippines. by Arcadieus
I was wondering if my US credit score had any influence in the Philippines?
That's awful. Do you know if it has any influence on home loans or car loans? Read More
Question regarding credit and credit scores in the Philippines.
I was wondering if my US credit score had any influence in the Philippines? Read More
Moving to Cavite in January as a retired 34 year old. by Arcadieus
Hi, I'm planning on moving to Cavite in January with my girlfriend. She is originally from Cavite and we have been living in Romania the last year. I'm just trying to figure out how to keep myself busy there and have my girlfriend*soon to be ...
I'm actually not looking to work for the government again. I did that and all though I loved the Army, I don't want a boss again. I was looking more into owning my own business or something like that. It's more so I'm not bored to ... Read More
Exit and return in philippines by giovannigio
I would like to know if someone went out of philippines then come back after lockdown o in 2020? Thanks
If you watched the recent hearings with the CDC head, 10-12% if deaths in most states are inflated. There's definitely a lot of fraud when it comes to Covid-19. Just look at the stimulus Bill's. Why did the Kennedy center need millions of ... Read More
Medication in the Philippines by Lo茂c
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like the ...
I've never had any issues to be honest. I just take them as prescribed when necessary. Read More
Medication in the Philippines by Lo茂c
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like the ...
I'm retired military. I even have the card still go on bases. Read More
Medication in the Philippines by Lo茂c
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like the ...
What about if I was dealing with the VA in the Philippines? I currently get my meds through the VA in America no issue. Read More
Exit and return in philippines by giovannigio
I would like to know if someone went out of philippines then come back after lockdown o in 2020? Thanks
I was hoping by January all would be good, but I'm also floating the idea of just getting married to her here in Romania. Read More
Is it legit to say I'm visiting my girlfriend here to immigration? by Jhane2193
I will go in the Philippiness for meeting my gf for my 1st time, my ticket is already booked, having also the returning e-ticket to my living country, but i have a big concern and i whould like to ask.. First of all im short in money (less than ...
Depends where you live in Romania. I'm in Bucharest currently and all is well here. Read More
Medication in the Philippines by Lo茂c
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like the ...
I take percocet for breakthrough pain. It's not every day but more than once a week. Read More
Medication in the Philippines by Lo茂c
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like the ...
Quick question? I've been on pain meds for chronic back and knee pain for years. How hard is it to get a prescription in the Philippines for things of that nature? In Romania they gave me the cold shoulder ofer it, though I had documents and ... Read More
what is needed to move from the states to the philippines? by GuestPoster634
what is needed to move from the states to the philippines? i am giving a lot of thought to moving there. what is required to live there?
Is it possible to get the SSR for retired officers if you retired as enlisted? Read More
Different ways to finance a house purchase? by pej1111
Was talking with some friends last night, and we were talking about different way to finance the purchase of a house. I seeking information as to how the following works if i/we don't buy with 100% cash payment: Assume? Buying from the ...
Hi, can my girlfriend get loans if I put up the capital? Not sure the legality behind all of this. Read More
Exit and return in philippines by giovannigio
I would like to know if someone went out of philippines then come back after lockdown o in 2020? Thanks
Hey, I was wondering if someone could answer a question for me? I read the government of the Philippines banned Americans from entering the country July 26th. I've been in Romania since October 2019 and plan to travel to Manila some time in ... Read More
What is a good monthly budget for a family of three in Cavite?
I make enough currently to live pretty comfortably in Cavite, but I would like to save at least 2/3rds of my monthly income. My girlfriend owns her home there and she is currently spending about 20-25k pesos a month for mortgage, utilities and ... Read More
Moving to Cavite in January as a retired 34 year old. by Arcadieus
Hi, I'm planning on moving to Cavite in January with my girlfriend. She is originally from Cavite and we have been living in Romania the last year. I'm just trying to figure out how to keep myself busy there and have my girlfriend*soon to be ...
Haha my job didn't actually require me to build anything outside programs. I was more or less cyber security for the Army. My girlfriend had mentioned the idea of franchises and I was thinking of opening two potatoe corners in two different ... Read More
Moving to Cavite in January as a retired 34 year old.
Hi, I'm planning on moving to Cavite in January with my girlfriend. She is originally from Cavite and we have been living in Romania the last year. I'm just trying to figure out how to keep myself busy there and have my girlfriend*soon to be ... Read More