jcole4455
American looking for information about Philippines
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Registration: 30 March 2023
How to get the Philippine evisa software to work ? by stevenkirchner2
can anyone that sees this help me - when I use the philippine government software athttps://evisa.gov.ph/ I can input my passport, driver's license, utility bill, all needed information about me and proof of who i am and complete my profile but when ...
I used the evisa to extend my 30 day stay in the Philippines in Dec of 2025. I鈥檓 a US citizen. I was in the Philippines from 5 Dec to 15 Jan. Exceeding the 30 day timeframe. I experienced the same issues everyone here is mentioning. I became ... Read More
Lost Green card
Hello all, looking for your experience and recommendations. My wife a citizen of the Philippines and is currently vacationing in the Philippines has lost her green card. I called USCIS and was told to submit an I-90 application to replace her lost ... Read More
Shipping documents from US to Southern Leyte via FedEx by jcole4455
Good morning guys, my wife and I are currently in Southern Leyte. We are in a situation where we need some official documents sent to us here. I鈥檓 looking to have the documents sent using FedEx. Anyone on here with experience using FedEx for ...
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Shipping documents from US to Southern Leyte via FedEx by jcole4455
Good morning guys, my wife and I are currently in Southern Leyte. We are in a situation where we need some official documents sent to us here. I鈥檓 looking to have the documents sent using FedEx. Anyone on here with experience using FedEx for ...
@Enzyte Bob Thank you for the quick response. Exactly what I was hoping to hear. If you don鈥檛 mind me asking where are you located? Read More
Shipping documents from US to Southern Leyte via FedEx
Good morning guys, my wife and I are currently in Southern Leyte. We are in a situation where we need some official documents sent to us here. I鈥檓 looking to have the documents sent using FedEx. Anyone on here with experience using FedEx for ... Read More
Balikbayan box checked baggage
Hello all, I鈥檓 looking for someone who has recently traveled from the U. S. to the Philippines and used a Balikbayan box as a checked bag. What size box did you use, and did you have any issues at your departure airlines? Thanks in advance. ... Read More
Using your own US Phone number? by chughes6302
Before arriving in Davao two weeks ago, I researched using my existing (at the time) US AT&T phone number. I believed all I needed to do was to "Port" the number to my new Philippine carrier (Smart) and I would be OK. Nothing but OK... Because I ...
AT&T international day plan price has increased to $12 per day capped after the first 10 days. So that means to use you AT&T plan in the Philippines it will cost you an add $120 per month on your normal AT&T bill. For my wife and I ... Read More
Can I book return ticket for over 30 days? by tdtom30
I know that the tourist visa limit is 30 days, and that I intend to get visa extensions to allow me to stay 3 months. It is however $700 cheaper to buy a ticket with the specific arrival dates and departure dates I intend (for 3 months stay) , as ...
It is not as complicated as some make it. Upon you arrival on the 30 day stay simply find the closest Bureau of Immigration and request a visa that will extend you to 59 day stay. Pay the fees associated with the extension. I did this last year no ... Read More
Dating Filipina's - Wadja 6 March 2017 - comments and thoughts? by Lotus Eater
wadja06 March 2017 16:58:19As per what I ve seen in the Philippines, Filipinas are 5 categories:鈥ㄢ��1- Ugly, chubby, dark skin, that no one would like to date, mainly poor and from far areas. Even in their own countries they are not wanted ...
@GezzarThank God! Somebody had the courage/ intestinal fortitude to say it! Read More
Using Maya
My wife and I are from California, we spend 5 to 6 months every year in the Philippines. We are currently in Southern Leyte where we have a small home. As we travel we are running into places that do not accept ATM/DEBIT/ VISA/MASTERCARD. They only ... Read More
Retiring with family to philippines by Gregsdigitalpics
Just really looking for pointers. My wife is Filipino. We have two children ages 5 and 8 and plan to retire in late 2026. i plan to buy (in my wife鈥檚 name) a piece of property in Dumaguete, build a nice house. Have trusted contractors already ...
I felt the same, but betweem 3 to 5 thousand US for a decent used vehicle without warranty seems to be a big risk. we spent 648000 pesos for a 2023 Toyota Wigo last year brand new from Toyota in Tacloban. Around $12000 usd. Having reliable, ... Read More
Retiring with family to philippines by Gregsdigitalpics
Just really looking for pointers. My wife is Filipino. We have two children ages 5 and 8 and plan to retire in late 2026. i plan to buy (in my wife鈥檚 name) a piece of property in Dumaguete, build a nice house. Have trusted contractors already ...
Be careful about used motor vehicles, keep in mind all the flooding/typhoons here it may be a risk of purchasing a submerged vehicle that has been recovered. Used often come with no warranty or very short warranty period. My wife and i chose to ... Read More
Passengers denied entry into Philippines stuck at NAIA by danfinn
As we all know, if someone tries to come in and they are on some list, they will not let you in. I still find it worthy to post this information.Story by MARIZ UMALI, GMA Integrated News 鈥� 1d 鈥ome arrivals at NAIA Terminal 1 are now stuck ...
I鈥檓 an american, my wife (Filipino Citizen) and i departed LAX on the 11th of March flying EVA air to Cebu. My stay is as stated on my airline tickets is 12 March - 1 June. We landed in Cebu on time and easily made our way from Immigration to ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year.聽 We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there.聽 Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
Drill bits (metal, wood, and masonry) complete sets. Read More
Fuel for an offset smoker/BBQ grill
Ok about to visit the Philippines again (yearly) and contemplating ordering a grill from lazada. But after visiting many times I鈥檓 curious as to the type of wood (most available) and /or charcoal (not very available) for the fuel and smoking ... Read More
Airfare ouch! by Prince James
Want to take the wife 6 weeks to visit family Apr-Jun. Airfares ouch! Looking at paying for one person almost what we paid for 2 people five years ago. I have tried every site on the net, I did notice Matrix air seems to be gone. Looking at ...
Well i recently purchased 2 premium economy round trip tickets from Best travel store (BTS) flying EVA Air flying during March 2024 paid $4735.33 for both. LAX TO CEBU. EVA AIR is our preferred airline , we have been flying EVA since 2007 and have ... Read More
Airfare ouch! by Prince James
Want to take the wife 6 weeks to visit family Apr-Jun. Airfares ouch! Looking at paying for one person almost what we paid for 2 people five years ago. I have tried every site on the net, I did notice Matrix air seems to be gone. Looking at ...
About a month ago I booked two premium economy class tickets from LAX to Cebu. Total price was approximately $4500. Of course that鈥檚 from Los Angeles to Cebu, you were coming from Southwest Florida to I assume Manila. I almost always book ... Read More
Using your own US Phone number? by chughes6302
Before arriving in Davao two weeks ago, I researched using my existing (at the time) US AT&T phone number. I believed all I needed to do was to "Port" the number to my new Philippine carrier (Smart) and I would be OK. Nothing but OK... Because I ...
At&t international day pass. $10. 00 per 24 hour period up to 100 us dollars. Contact at&t to make sure youare sighned up for international day pass. Read More
Military disability pay and medication by kbustin
Can I still receive my disability pay with out being taxed can I still get my meds from the us bu mail is my ptsd service dog wellcome buy law every where do I still need med insurance or get some reduced payment for being 100 % what is the ...
You can find almost any thing on lazada. Read More
Military disability pay and medication by kbustin
Can I still receive my disability pay with out being taxed can I still get my meds from the us bu mail is my ptsd service dog wellcome buy law every where do I still need med insurance or get some reduced payment for being 100 % what is the ...
Everything is dependent on where you choose to live. our place is very rural and yet we have a vet 12 miles away. The dog food available here is questionable. But if you choose to feed a raw diet you choices are very good and as close as your ... Read More
Auto Insurance by Larry Fisher
I never buy auto insurance through the dealer. I paid cash for my car. Now I want to find insurance. What's the lowdown ?
Bought and paid cash in April 2023 brand new toyota wigo. let the dealer toyota of tacloban handle it all. wife went in to pickup the car and pay the balance, took less than one hour and my wife was on her way. Wife did have a small accident just ... Read More
Military disability pay and medication by kbustin
Can I still receive my disability pay with out being taxed can I still get my meds from the us bu mail is my ptsd service dog wellcome buy law every where do I still need med insurance or get some reduced payment for being 100 % what is the ...
All IS VA disability compensation is tax free. I do the same as Moondog during the search for airline tickets, start my search in January and fly Mar or April. Only thing i know about first class is it鈥檚 in the front of the plane and out of ... Read More
Bureau of immigration in Tacloban
Anybody use the Bureau of immigration in Tacloban for a tourist visa extension? Did you need an appointment? If so, how did you get your appointment scheduled?聽Thanks in advance. Read More
Ormoc sea port by jcole4455
Good Evening all, Does anyone know if there is paid parking at the sea port? Thinking of doing some island hopping and would like to leave our vehicle in Ormoc while out and about. Any info would be appreciated.
Thank you for the response. Read More
Ormoc sea port
Good Evening all, Does anyone know if there is paid parking at the sea port? Thinking of doing some island hopping and would like to leave our vehicle in Ormoc while out and about. Any info would be appreciated. Read More
Bringing Appliance To The Philippines by Enzyte Bob
When moving to the Philippines 5 years ago (yesterday) I shipped many small appliances to the Philippines via Balikbayan Boxes. These 110 volt appliances were already purchased and were several years old.So during the construction of my house I had ...
Sorry, just to add, if you are thinking about buying transformers make sure you purchase good step down transformers that are designed for continuous use and can support the type of appliance they are to be used for and bring replacement fuses. Read More
Bringing Appliance To The Philippines by Enzyte Bob
When moving to the Philippines 5 years ago (yesterday) I shipped many small appliances to the Philippines via Balikbayan Boxes. These 110 volt appliances were already purchased and were several years old.So during the construction of my house I had ...
Condura not condor! Flipping autocorrect! Read More
Bringing Appliance To The Philippines by Enzyte Bob
When moving to the Philippines 5 years ago (yesterday) I shipped many small appliances to the Philippines via Balikbayan Boxes. These 110 volt appliances were already purchased and were several years old.So during the construction of my house I had ...
Well I鈥檓 currently in the Philippines for a 3 month stay. My wife and I have been married for over 40 years. For almost 40 of those years we have used Lbc and balikbayan boxes to send countless small appliances from the US to be used in our ... Read More
Can I book return ticket for over 30 days? by tdtom30
I know that the tourist visa limit is 30 days, and that I intend to get visa extensions to allow me to stay 3 months. It is however $700 cheaper to buy a ticket with the specific arrival dates and departure dates I intend (for 3 months stay) , as ...
OK, I am trying to debunk the need to have an onward ticket/reservation to show to prove that you are departing the Philippines before the 30 days initially given with out a visa. At least when departing and returning to the US via LAX. I purchased ... Read More
Can I book return ticket for over 30 days? by tdtom30
I know that the tourist visa limit is 30 days, and that I intend to get visa extensions to allow me to stay 3 months. It is however $700 cheaper to buy a ticket with the specific arrival dates and departure dates I intend (for 3 months stay) , as ...
Just to follow up on my travel. Arrived in Cebu this morning. Immigration officer ask me if I had a return flight, yes, she then ask the date of my departure. 28 September was my response. That was it, no problem. Went to BI this afternoon within 15 ... Read More
Can I book return ticket for over 30 days? by tdtom30
I know that the tourist visa limit is 30 days, and that I intend to get visa extensions to allow me to stay 3 months. It is however $700 cheaper to buy a ticket with the specific arrival dates and departure dates I intend (for 3 months stay) , as ...
Typing this as I sit in the Star Alliance lounge at LAX. My trip is on EVA Air. Departure is in a couple of hours. Return flight is 28 September, 90 days. No issues or questions. I will go directly to BI upon arrival in Cebu to discuss the 59 day ... Read More
Can I book return ticket for over 30 days? by tdtom30
I know that the tourist visa limit is 30 days, and that I intend to get visa extensions to allow me to stay 3 months. It is however $700 cheaper to buy a ticket with the specific arrival dates and departure dates I intend (for 3 months stay) , as ...
Ok, I鈥檓 sitting in a lounge here at LAX. I鈥檓 flying EVA Air. I depart Los Angeles in a few hours, my return flight is 28 Sept. Completed the check in process and through security without question or a ticket departing within 29 days. Read More
Can I book return ticket for over 30 days? by tdtom30
I know that the tourist visa limit is 30 days, and that I intend to get visa extensions to allow me to stay 3 months. It is however $700 cheaper to buy a ticket with the specific arrival dates and departure dates I intend (for 3 months stay) , as ...
Has anyone used the onward ticket successfully? Read More
Proof of onward travel
Okay I purchased a round trip ticket from Los Angeles to Cebu, my return flight is 90 days later. I鈥檓 flying on EVA AIRLINES. My intent is to go to BI and request extensions to my 30 days upon arrival to insure that I鈥檓 legal for the 90 ... Read More
Sending documents within the Philippines by jcole4455
My wife is currently in the Philippines on vacation. She needs to send a copy of her Filipino passport from Macrohon to Tacloban for motorcar insurance purposes. Any recommendations on how she can accomplish this? Any recommendations would be ...
Unfortunately my wife does not have access to a computer and scanner. They will not accept a photo. I鈥檓 sure there must be a courier service that goes from Maasin to Tacloban, I was hoping someone could provide a recommendation. Thank you. Read More
Sending documents within the Philippines
My wife is currently in the Philippines on vacation. She needs to send a copy of her Filipino passport from Macrohon to Tacloban for motorcar insurance purposes. Any recommendations on how she can accomplish this? Any recommendations would be ... Read More
Power tools by Dave & Ruby
Any thought on the quality of power tools bought in the Philippines VS. Power tools from the states. I'm thinking of shipping some of my construction tools over to the Philippines in order for me to use to build our house. I'll have to buy a ...
I would buy a generator that will push your power tool. Just found out last couple of weeks that there are restrictions on plugging in some power tools into house power. May not be that way where you are but that鈥檚 the way it is in our part of ... Read More
Which VPN for reaching back to the US for streaming services
I will be arriving in the PI for an extended stay in May. I want to subscribe to a VPN service to make it easier to stream services from the US. Any and all recommendations are welcome and appreciated. Read More