
munawar waheed
English expat in the Philippines
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Lives in sanfernando.launion
Registration: 24 July 2013
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
Well said Sir!! Now you have to be very careful as you will be traced and threatened to be deported as an "Undesirable" ?? I was a BILLIONAIRE when I came here to spend my pensioned life and NOW? I am just a MILLIONAIRE !! Which , when I ... Read More
New Visa Law by Panth
Foreign Tourists will be able to stay 6 months per vist to the Immigration offices instead of the 2 months,It will cost 13,000 pesos,I just read.
When you buy an on going cheap ticket 9 which you say you discard) ,it is for the benefit of the "airlines " (to save their own ASS ) who is flying you to Manila and has nothing to do with the Immigration here. The airlines makes sure that ... Read More
buy land after marry a filippina by giovannigio
i would like to ask. Can i buy land after marry with a filippina? someone know how it work? thanks
DONT EVEN THINK ABOUT IT GUY! Read More
roller coaster of emotions on leaving USA and heading to philippines by Wayne 07
Let me first say I have spend much time in the philippines live there from 1987-1989. I am retired from the Marine Corps. Also retiring from civil service. I am 61. I will be 62 in 2015. moving in May 2015 to philippines. My wife is filipina. ...
You think so???? Bola bola!!!! Read More
roller coaster of emotions on leaving USA and heading to philippines by Wayne 07
Let me first say I have spend much time in the philippines live there from 1987-1989. I am retired from the Marine Corps. Also retiring from civil service. I am 61. I will be 62 in 2015. moving in May 2015 to philippines. My wife is filipina. ...
with all the experience and feed back Iv had since I retired to the Phillis. all I can say to you is , GOOD luck!! as all that is going to change for you after having been married for 25 yrs? THAT will Change !!!!! As you will be the meal ticket as ... Read More
Can I get a power of attorney from landowner to insure my investment by somewhere my love
I am looking to see if I can have a power of Attorney from my GF AS THE person on title ,so I may have control of investment .Does this hold any security in the Philipinnes ?
You will hear and be coaxed by all sundries. But you will own NOTHING!!! Get IT? unless you are a corporate .Even then you only own 40% and have to have a Filipino partner. else you can get married . but then again all is in the name of the ... Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
Kaka maker: I am ot being -ve at all .merely stating the facts as I have seen and experienced it for the past 8 yrs."IF" you want to be successful, you have to be VERY DIFFERENT so as not to be copied. in San Fernando ( La Union) . The ... Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
My dear friend Expat; Prakash; I ran an Indian Restaurant here In San Fernando ( La union ) for 3 years and was very successful and making GOOD money providing authentic dishes. This would be the BEST opportunity ... Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
I have lived here for 7 yrs now and "if" you wish to know anything contact me on.... munawar9@msn.com. I will ans all your Qs. without any strings attached. Good luck Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
The only way here to make money is to buy CONDOS !! You can own,rent or sell it at will. But buy it before its complete as the prices go up. It will take at least 2yrs for completion, then further 1-2 yrs to sell it. The profit can be good but you ... Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
Its ironic that your name is KAKAMAKER? I do that every morning ( making KAKA ) ...go to the toilette) 0r perhaps you know me being African? If you really want to be grateful to others for the rest of ... Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
HOW VERY WELL EXPLAINED AND TRUE! TO EVERY WORD !!!!! Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
VERY WISE MAN!!!!!!! Keep it that way !!! I came here as a Billionaire ! Now with the little help from my little friends within 2 years I am now "a millionaire!!!!". One just cant make any money here as its not a manufacturing country in ... Read More
Whats it like for an American living in the Philippines? I am single by Michael Donth
I am coming to the Philippines in March for the first time. I would like to stay in either Davao, Cebu City or Dumaguete. I am single and retired. My dream is to live there forever. How long can I stay before I have to leave the country and if I was ...
Thanks for your response ,You can contact me on munawar9@msn.com Read More
Buying in Antel Grand Villiage. Some general house buying questions by clearindicision
Hi, so my wife is set on buying one of these houses and was trying to get some information. 1. Does anyone know a US Bank who would do an overseas mortgage? 2. What taxes would i need to pay on a house in the Philippines? 3. Is there a certain ...
I am NOT angry at all my friend, Just very disappointed and disillusioned . Thinking, this being a staunch Christian country would be humble, hospitable and welcoming ??? MMMMmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm. Lovely country, nice people and welcome you with open ... Read More
New Visa Law by Panth
Foreign Tourists will be able to stay 6 months per vist to the Immigration offices instead of the 2 months,It will cost 13,000 pesos,I just read.
Thanks for your humble advice SIR and you are 100% correct! I have lived here since2005 ,Designed and built my own house with the highest British standards to retire, try to help and enjoy the rest of my days . Am I happy? NO! you are right there ... Read More
New Visa Law by Panth
Foreign Tourists will be able to stay 6 months per vist to the Immigration offices instead of the 2 months,It will cost 13,000 pesos,I just read.
ADR is Annual ! please refer to my last blog as you have missed the whole point, Have a lovely day. Muna Read More
Buying in Antel Grand Villiage. Some general house buying questions by clearindicision
Hi, so my wife is set on buying one of these houses and was trying to get some information. 1. Does anyone know a US Bank who would do an overseas mortgage? 2. What taxes would i need to pay on a house in the Philippines? 3. Is there a certain ...
When you have found the "CREDIBLE SOURCE' FOR INFO. PLEASE LET ME KNOW ???????? Till then I will stay in my pajamas and keep dreaming !!! Read More
Buying in Antel Grand Villiage. Some general house buying questions by clearindicision
Hi, so my wife is set on buying one of these houses and was trying to get some information. 1. Does anyone know a US Bank who would do an overseas mortgage? 2. What taxes would i need to pay on a house in the Philippines? 3. Is there a certain ...
Mr. Bravo, how many versions have you come across so far officially regarding your quest? Do bit of more research my friend and you will have some more VERSIONS . And ...each one will cost you more and more money. Every time!!!. Nothing works ... Read More
Buying in Antel Grand Villiage. Some general house buying questions by clearindicision
Hi, so my wife is set on buying one of these houses and was trying to get some information. 1. Does anyone know a US Bank who would do an overseas mortgage? 2. What taxes would i need to pay on a house in the Philippines? 3. Is there a certain ...
In other words ,one still cant own land ,but can build and own the building and have the power of attorney to sell or sublet it .BUT the land is still on lease and owned by a FILIPINO and Not a FOREIGNER !!! Read More
Buying in Antel Grand Villiage. Some general house buying questions by clearindicision
Hi, so my wife is set on buying one of these houses and was trying to get some information. 1. Does anyone know a US Bank who would do an overseas mortgage? 2. What taxes would i need to pay on a house in the Philippines? 3. Is there a certain ...
You are quite right! Any foreigner can OWN a CONDO on ones own name."BUT" NOT on the GROUND FLOOR (ground Zero). Simply because he CANT OWN THE LAND on which the property is built on !! Clever heh???? More over ,as i owned a condo in Ayala ... Read More
Buying in Antel Grand Villiage. Some general house buying questions by clearindicision
Hi, so my wife is set on buying one of these houses and was trying to get some information. 1. Does anyone know a US Bank who would do an overseas mortgage? 2. What taxes would i need to pay on a house in the Philippines? 3. Is there a certain ...
Mr ,Rancho , I am sorry you are totally wrong! NO FOREIGNER CAN BUILD OR OWN A HOUSE on LAND Thats THE LAW OF THE LAND my friend !! A foreigner simply CANNOT OWN LAND. Even |IF" he is married to a Filipina ?? I couldn't even buy a CONDO ... Read More
New Visa Law by Panth
Foreign Tourists will be able to stay 6 months per vist to the Immigration offices instead of the 2 months,It will cost 13,000 pesos,I just read.
Sorry bud I disagree with you my friend ! I pay 2830/ 2moths including "3" Express lanes. .ie. 1 , 500 for visa application fee ... Read More
Buying in Antel Grand Villiage. Some general house buying questions by clearindicision
Hi, so my wife is set on buying one of these houses and was trying to get some information. 1. Does anyone know a US Bank who would do an overseas mortgage? 2. What taxes would i need to pay on a house in the Philippines? 3. Is there a certain ...
OH DEAR!!! I only wish I that I had the same opportunity as you have to get advice on the net fro Expats ( when I decided to retire here)? DONT even think about it !!!!!!!!! and even then, you cannot get mortgage from your own home country, ... Read More
New Visa Law by Panth
Foreign Tourists will be able to stay 6 months per vist to the Immigration offices instead of the 2 months,It will cost 13,000 pesos,I just read.
Its not a good deal .Applying for 6mnths Visa.(120000 as it costs more ! I pay (2800) /2 months= 8,400 for 6 months . I would have thought that it would be logical for 6 months Visa to be much cheaper as it cuts down the bureaucracy and staff ... Read More
New Visa Law by Panth
Foreign Tourists will be able to stay 6 months per vist to the Immigration offices instead of the 2 months,It will cost 13,000 pesos,I just read.
For the past 8 yrs I have been renewing 2 monthly visa and go out of the country after 18 months. just for a break. I have to pay for ACR and all the naffing BOLLOCKS which they ask for and I pay it off including 5 EXPRESS LANES on 1 application ... Read More
Whats it like for an American living in the Philippines? I am single by Michael Donth
I am coming to the Philippines in March for the first time. I would like to stay in either Davao, Cebu City or Dumaguete. I am single and retired. My dream is to live there forever. How long can I stay before I have to leave the country and if I was ...
It doesnt matter whether you are a Yank,a Martian or even if we" have 5 balls between us and you have a B 52 (moderated: no vulgarity here pls) ! The most important thing is to use the right head and dont feel sorry or be a naffing ... 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 ...
Emotional BLACKMAIL MATE!!!!! Just let it go and use your proper head with the grey matter instead.Money has never or will buy love. You are lucky!!!!!!!! Read More
WHICH IS A GOOD FOREIGN COUNTRY for an Indian to RELOCATE????!!!!!!! by Helenmartin
Hello Am a Indian female who is looking at options for relocating myself away from India. Which country would you recommend? It would eulogize if expats can share your opinions. Thanks :thanks:
My dear young lady, My name is Muna and was born and raised in Kenya,moved to the Uk in 1962 and now am retired engineer living in the Philippines. WHY? Because ,like we ... Read More
New Visa Law by Panth
Foreign Tourists will be able to stay 6 months per vist to the Immigration offices instead of the 2 months,It will cost 13,000 pesos,I just read.
To be on the safe side you do need clearance on exit . Its another way to make money from you and have you " over the barrel" when you already have an ID card on the data base ? LAUGH PLEASE!!!! hahahahahahhahahahahah Welcome to the Philippines ... Read More
New Visa Law by Panth
Foreign Tourists will be able to stay 6 months per vist to the Immigration offices instead of the 2 months,It will cost 13,000 pesos,I just read.
To be on the safe side you do need clearance. Its another way to make money from you when you already have an ID card on the data base ? LAUGH PLESE!!!! hahahahahahhahahahahah elcome to the Philippines Read More
New Visa Law by Panth
Foreign Tourists will be able to stay 6 months per vist to the Immigration offices instead of the 2 months,It will cost 13,000 pesos,I just read.
What a lovely way to screw foreigners by offering 6 mnths visa ? I suppose they want to get money from somewhere to buy armaments to scare off the Chinese. At present I pay 2800 pesos to renew my visa ( including, 3 Express lanes fees). for 2 ... Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
I wish you the very best with your 4 year G/F,However regarding buying an Island here? You cannot!!!!!! as NO foreigner can own land here in the Philippines but your G/F or wife can and if you think you can make it ,Good luck to you and start ... Read More
Whats it like for an American living in the Philippines? I am single by Michael Donth
I am coming to the Philippines in March for the first time. I would like to stay in either Davao, Cebu City or Dumaguete. I am single and retired. My dream is to live there forever. How long can I stay before I have to leave the country and if I was ...
If you expect to make a good living to work here then just put it out of your mind. Just retire here as its good . Besides you will need a working permit to open a business taking on board a Filipino as your partner.40-60. Good luck M8.! Read More
Whats it like for an American living in the Philippines? I am single by Michael Donth
I am coming to the Philippines in March for the first time. I would like to stay in either Davao, Cebu City or Dumaguete. I am single and retired. My dream is to live there forever. How long can I stay before I have to leave the country and if I was ...
Irrelevant to the nationality, you can come without a visa and allowed 30 days stay. However, you can renew your stay there after for further 59 days for which you have to pay ( of course) and similarly there after, continue for further 2months ... Read More
When visiting philipinnes ( expat canadian ) do u need a return ticket by Wimbleton
Hello I would like to visit the philipinnes and wonder what is the best visa , along with coming without having a return ticket ....I don't know how long I will be here so is there a visa i could AQUIRE that would allow me to stay longer than the ...
I believe, an "extension" means stretching from the last point of expiry of the 30 initial days of free entry visa allowed without having to pay for it. I also feel, its unjust when its "guzzemped " and included in the extension.for further ... Read More
When visiting philipinnes ( expat canadian ) do u need a return ticket by Wimbleton
Hello I would like to visit the philipinnes and wonder what is the best visa , along with coming without having a return ticket ....I don't know how long I will be here so is there a visa i could AQUIRE that would allow me to stay longer than the ...
iTS NOT AS SIMPLE AS YOU THINK and try to understand what i have said. Its best to get 59 day visa from your country of origin (as you are only allowed to stay no more than 30 days as a visitor without one). If you havent got the visa and if you ... Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
dont even think about it! Read More
Salary Guide for OFWs
OH DEAR! this is what you get when you try to help people by using upper case lettering . where do they came from?? Read More
When visiting philipinnes ( expat canadian ) do u need a return ticket by Wimbleton
Hello I would like to visit the philipinnes and wonder what is the best visa , along with coming without having a return ticket ....I don't know how long I will be here so is there a visa i could AQUIRE that would allow me to stay longer than the ...
Now you can visit the Phills without a visa if you have a European passport, for 30 days. Which you can extend at the immigration quite easily 7 days before expiration of your allowed visit as a tourist. But this "grace " of 30 days will be included ... Read More
Thinking About Buying A Scooter ,Looking For Advise/Help. by Dreal1
Hi Everyone,this is my first time trying this out. I am from Canada and living in Manila ,I will be travelling back to Winnipeg ,Mb. in April for the summer months and returning to Manila Oct.to April , 6 to 7 months ,to get away from our cold ...
Gosh! 300k for a scooter? Are you nuts ? you can buy a DREAM LINER for that price ,unless its platinum plated. Someone is pulling your PISSER mate and seen you coming.I can sell you my mitsubishi legend 2005 model,avenger in a mint condition for ... Read More