Richard
@adamsmole
Filipino expat in Papua New Guinea
Forum posts
55
Contacts
20
About me
Filipino
Lives in Kokopo
Speaks English and Filipino
Registration: 10 March 2013
income tax for US nationals by Cbikram
Hi All, Hope everyone is keeping well. Was hoping to get some clarity on income tax for US nationals. Do they pay both PNG and US taxes ? regards
Gentleman: Good day. As I understand, form the general statement of IRS, "If you are a U.S. citizen or resident alien, the rules for filing income, estate, and gift tax returns and paying estimated tax are generally the same whether you are ... Read More
Minor US citizen overstayed in the Philippines by Bebesalle
My niece is a US citizen of Filipino parents with no dual citizenship. She came to Philippines when she was a year old & now she鈥檚 12 years old. She wants to go back to US, how much would be the penalty? I read it would be costly & my ...
Bro: The penalty is shown below: If you are a foreign national staying in the Philippines without valid visa, it may be a business or fianc茅 visa, and have been overstaying given the valid month(s) of stay, here are the list of overstaying ... Read More
Filipina annulment by Powercatfan
Hi I'm looking for help and advice. My gf and I would like to marry but like many she needs an annulment. I'm looking for lawyers in mindanao who handle annulment. Also anyone who has been through the process especially recently and has ...
Bro, I can help you. However, you need to answer my questions 1. Are you willing to wait years until the annulment case will be over? It needs two to tango. The wife and husband should cooperate in the process. 2. Are you willing to pay the ... Read More
Recognition of foreign qualifications in Papua New Guinea
Yes, PNG recognised my qualification. Read More
Tax Rates and life in Kokopo
Kabagis: Life here Kokopo is quiet laidback. You are from Baguio means from cold place coming here to a very warm place. Hence, 1 kilogram of rice is equivalent to Php 75.00 per kilogram. Most of the goods here are imported, sugar is equivalent ... Read More
Studying in Papua New Guinea
Hi Pricilla: Good day. There is only a few university in PNG and is quite costly. I had worked with other locals here and I recommended to them Silliman University in Philippines. Kind regards, Richard Read More
How's life in Buka, Papua New Guinea
Okey Negotiate for a net pay because all stuffs here are imported meaning expensive than there in the Philippines. Internet, phone call is very expensive. Regards Read More
How's life in Buka, Papua New Guinea
Hi Kabayan: I heared about Buka; it is laid back in development but it is a mining industry. Anyway, you will go there to work, then it should be okey. Hence for compensation tax is about 42%. You better negotiate with accommodation, car, ... Read More
Volunteering in Papua New Guinea by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Papua New Guinea? How to join a charitable institution, what are the steps? Which ...
Hi pete.moody: Good day. Do you operate here in East New Britain? I will be having my holidays earlier next year and I want to participate voluntary activities. Regards, Richard Read More
Work in the farm
Hi Kabayan: Good day. Allocate around four months for you to fly here in PNG starting on the day 1 that your papers are processed for work permit. Your husband can work if he is in work permit too, but if he will come here as a dependant visa he ... Read More
look for a job there in Australia
Hi Am an expat here in PNG, I wanted to look for a job there in Australia. Am an accountant for more than 10 years experience. Can you help me look for employer? Kind regards, Richard Read More
Average cost of living in Kokopo
Hi mate, yes internet is very costly and cellular phone signal is not consistent. Everything you need is imported so have at least 1,500 USD sustenance a month. Read More
I am looking for job here in Saint Petersburg
(Moderated: please post in english on this english speaking forum) Read More
got offloaded by PHIL IMMIGRATION/NAIA carrying Buss, Visa by chantal_
I know the guidelines, That they have to be strict, protective, and were all subject to their Evaluation and Final Decision.. But whats the use of this "Business Visa" granted and issued to us FILIPINOS with COMPLETE, VALID and LEGAL DOCUMENTS if ...
Please elaborate versan, I cannot understand what's your talking about. Read More
Seeking Expat Onsite Tech Support - in Port Moresby
(moderated: no free ad on the forum pls) Read More
Sweating Irish Man Moving To Solomons by Donalryan
Hi I'm heading off to the Solomons for two years, next month. Firstly can I say this blog is the great for information so thanks in advance. I have a few questions 1 How is the mobile phone service service and how eye wateringly expensive is broad ...
Yes: I would be glad an introduction from you to your neyworks. Read More
Abu Sayyaf Attack, Sulu Province
Hi James: CDO Military base which Camp Evangelista of 10th infantry division is smaller than in the area of Sulu that is under West Command in Zamboanga City. The puzzle is, when there is military stronghold is where the hostility is. I used to ... Read More
Filipinos in Melbourne by baby_carrot
Hey there, I'm looking for new friends here in Melbourne. If interested, let's all meet in the city this coming Friday, pop thru a message for the time, meeting place will be in Fed Square. see ya' ;)
To have my visa here in PNG, it took almost 5 months. Had to consider really the time consumed in visa processing. Read More
Filipinos in Melbourne by baby_carrot
Hey there, I'm looking for new friends here in Melbourne. If interested, let's all meet in the city this coming Friday, pop thru a message for the time, meeting place will be in Fed Square. see ya' ;)
Hi Stumpy: Good day. Am floating the idea yet in preparation to transfer if have an opportunity. In the meantime am in search too. Thanks for the suggestion. Read More
Does anyone here who runs a coconut farm?
My Friend: Continue the coconut farm. It is not expensive to have coconut farm, you only need salt to fertilize. You may diverse to natural farming of chickens ang cows then grow high value crops like spring onion, ampalaya, pepper and capsicum. ... Read More
Possible scam? by OzFreddie
I have known a young woman in the Philippines for a few weeks. She hasn't asked me for anything. No money. I offered to buy her a tablet and get it posted to her. She refused. She says she works a 6-day week as a clerk for a factory. She lives in ...
Yes, that is the best thing to do. Invade the place and win a heart. Visit a school or church then find your soulmate. Read More
Ozamiz City by gworsham
I am moving to Ozamiz City, are there any Xpats there from America?
It is very safe in Ozamis my friend. We have Robinhood type of group there. I used to travel the whole Mindanao it is only Maguindanao that is not safe. Expats are all around the country anyway volunteers, priest, missionaries and tourists. People ... Read More
Ozamiz City by gworsham
I am moving to Ozamiz City, are there any Xpats there from America?
Davao is the safest city the entire region unless you have wrongdoind then for sure you are not safe in Davao even in daylight. Read More
Possible scam? by OzFreddie
I have known a young woman in the Philippines for a few weeks. She hasn't asked me for anything. No money. I offered to buy her a tablet and get it posted to her. She refused. She says she works a 6-day week as a clerk for a factory. She lives in ...
Turap: Internet 24/7 is Php 999.99 per month in the Philippines. You can find another Filipina which is loyal and have a good family background. Once you have it, you have a woman can represent in your behalf and will care fir you the rest if you ... Read More
Possible scam? by OzFreddie
I have known a young woman in the Philippines for a few weeks. She hasn't asked me for anything. No money. I offered to buy her a tablet and get it posted to her. She refused. She says she works a 6-day week as a clerk for a factory. She lives in ...
My Friend: Trust to no one except yourself. Diagnosing your narration it is a sure scam. Why that woman is not providing her number if she is single? The best you can confirm is to talk to her parents. Parents are intetested in the privatelife of ... Read More
Sweating Irish Man Moving To Solomons by Donalryan
Hi I'm heading off to the Solomons for two years, next month. Firstly can I say this blog is the great for information so thanks in advance. I have a few questions 1 How is the mobile phone service service and how eye wateringly expensive is broad ...
Hi mate, are you on board already there in Solomon's Island? Would like to ask about jod opportunity there. Am an accountant. Have a nice day Read More
Taxi Modus in Jeddah(Hold-Up) by saudiexpats
Hi everybody, Just want to share my experience in Jeddah just today afternoon, while I'm taking a Taxi going from my place to point B, a Cab stop in front of me and asked where will i go, and told him I'm going to your direction and I'll give 5 ...
Why you give the wallet? A cab with a passenger already then you take a ride with them, cab is scarce there in Jeddah? Oh boy Read More
Filipinos in Melbourne by baby_carrot
Hey there, I'm looking for new friends here in Melbourne. If interested, let's all meet in the city this coming Friday, pop thru a message for the time, meeting place will be in Fed Square. see ya' ;)
Kabayan in Melbourne: Hope you can help me find job there after my contract expire here in East New Britain, PNG Read More
Want to ask if Enga province is a safe place to stay.
Kabayan: Only in East New Britain you want safe place. Read More
Going to West Papua for a Road Project by benjaminpineda
Hi there mga Kababayang Pinoy! I am Ben, i work in Singapore, we got a project in Timika West Papua Indonesia. It's a road project and our company supplied a soil stabilizer for this project. I just want to know about the place more, as it's more ...
No ideas if roaming of globe or smart may do. Had read that globe roaming is doing good. Read More
help me where to look for a place to stay in
Hello silingan. Am formerly from Bugo, Magsaysay-del Pilar, Iponan then Tin-ao. Where are you heading at here in Papua New Guinea? Ensure you are going to a safe place. Maayong Adlaw Buena Keake Read More
Am looking for house for rent to occupy by April
Hello. Am looking a house for rent here in Kokopo. Monthly budget is maximum of 2,000.00 Kina. Only two occupants. Many thanks Read More
Going to West Papua for a Road Project by benjaminpineda
Hi there mga Kababayang Pinoy! I am Ben, i work in Singapore, we got a project in Timika West Papua Indonesia. It's a road project and our company supplied a soil stabilizer for this project. I just want to know about the place more, as it's more ...
West Papua is part of Indonesia where mga consituents like to be citizens of Papua New Guinea. Ensure your security there and have a malaria vaccine. Read More
FILIPINO TEACHERS IN PNG by Leigwapz
Hello Kabayan! Anyone in this forum - an expat teacher? Please provide info regarding the lifestyle/s of Filipino Teachers there. I'll be coming at Port Moresby to teach National High School students and I am offered with a basic salary rate of ...
Kabayan: Please ensure your safety once you will come in to mainland. If it is in East New Britain then we have no security problem. People here are like our culture. Strong family ties then respect to women and elders. You can walk alone all ... Read More
NEED TO KNOW ABOUT KOKOPO IN PNG by SAJISA
can any tell me abt the town kokopo in PNG ? i got a job in Kokopo. what abt the facilities and all thr in kokopo ? Do ant town exist in Kokopo.. what will be the common language/ living cost
Hello: About Kokopo. Very safe here. People are friendly and warm. No problem with the language since you can use English. Pidgin is the official language then local language is Kuanua. Cost of living here is depending on your life style. You ... Read More
Can any one help on information about iPi Transport Group by paulhend
I have been looking at job in PNG and have applied for a position with iPi transport Group. They a based in Lae. Can anyone tell me what the company is like - are they reputable, what are they like to work for, look after their expat workers ...
You are welcome Paul. Hope you can find another company here in Papua New Guinea. God bless. Read More
Can any one help on information about iPi Transport Group by paulhend
I have been looking at job in PNG and have applied for a position with iPi transport Group. They a based in Lae. Can anyone tell me what the company is like - are they reputable, what are they like to work for, look after their expat workers ...
Hi Paul: I pasted the ads and the hiring is real. I hope it may help you. Kind regards, Richard Read More
Can any one help on information about iPi Transport Group by paulhend
I have been looking at job in PNG and have applied for a position with iPi transport Group. They a based in Lae. Can anyone tell me what the company is like - are they reputable, what are they like to work for, look after their expat workers ...
Driver/Trainer Manager, Lae Location: Lae, PNG Job Type: Full Time Salary Range: AUD$125,000 Closing Date: 03/10/2013 About the organisation iPi Transport is the only PNG-based haulage operator which has full ISO 9001-2008 Quality Assurance ... Read More
living in lae by oidemge
Hi Everyone, I'm considering a job in Lae. I would like to know the following: How much is the cost of living there? Would it be wise to accept an offer of 11,000 PNG Kina per month gross with free accomodation, transpo, mobile, health ...
You are welcome. Have to credit Stumpy who is providing insights about this site. Read More
living in lae by oidemge
Hi Everyone, I'm considering a job in Lae. I would like to know the following: How much is the cost of living there? Would it be wise to accept an offer of 11,000 PNG Kina per month gross with free accomodation, transpo, mobile, health ...
Hi: Been here in Papua New Guinea since October 21st. Am here in East New Britain Province which do not have security issues. What I had heard, it is not advisable to walk alone in a public place there in Lae, you need company or police escort to ... Read More
Filipino to work in PNG then wife to follow
Hi jackhammer: I am here in kokopo, East New Britain Province. Read More
Going in to Singapore as walk in applicant as accountant by adamsmole
Coming to Singapore
Agencies in Singapore will be asking you 2,500 SD if you have 1 year contract then 3,500 for two years. That is a big amount of money. In fact, the government is telling that agencies should not collect fees, its illegal but those agencies are ... Read More
Filipino to work in PNG then wife to follow
Hi am Ric, I will be arriving in PNG this October 21st of 2013. I want to bring with me my wife but I understand there is a need for documentation. I will solicit your guidance on what to do so taht my wife will be with me in PNG. Thank you so ... Read More
Going in to Singapore as walk in applicant as accountant by adamsmole
Coming to Singapore
Hi mystcharm: In Singapore, better do it online to save energy, time and travel cost. You may visit recruitment agencies but be sure to be ready for the fees they are asking. Goodluck. Read More
Going in to Singapore as walk in applicant as accountant by adamsmole
Coming to Singapore
Hi, I will be in Singapore this April after I got my passport renewal. See you there once I will be there. Read More
Going in to Singapore as walk in applicant as accountant by adamsmole
Coming to Singapore
I did register many recruitment websites already and sent my CV. As of now there was no prospect employer contacted me yet but am hopeful to get one. Read More