NY_Mike
American looking for information about Philippines
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American
Lives in Province of Cebu, Central Visa
Registration: 04 April 2018
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There is always a silver lining by Lotus Eater
Any punters thinking of visiting the Philippines for the first time but are undecided now is the time.The US $ is trading at PHP61.45. The 拢 at PHP83.67. These are mid market rates.Some airlines are offering tempting prices not withstanding ...
@Lotus Eater Just remember to tell them not to fall in love!***Train wrecks happen all the time! Read More
Quality woman for a quality guy by Slowdown23
My name is Ryan from the United states. I am looking (not rushing) for a traditional woman who I can get to know and spend my life with. I am 37 in good shape, financially secure and have strong interpersonal skills. Able to retire in 13 years when ...
@Slowdown23 I'm a little late to the dance here. But just a piece of advice. long distance relationships are difficult.you are here, she is there, you will have no idea what she's doing.Based on your age, you should slowdown. Go and have some ... Read More
Philippines and the ME War by PalawOne
ME war may jolt electricity bills: Bombing of refineries causes jittersBy Maria Romero,聽Lisa Marie Apacible 05 Mar 2026The Middle East (ME) crisis could trigger a domino effect, driving up not only fuel prices but also electricity ...
@PalawOne WOW!Have they sunk anything yet?LOL! Read More
Philippines and the ME War by PalawOne
ME war may jolt electricity bills: Bombing of refineries causes jittersBy Maria Romero,聽Lisa Marie Apacible 05 Mar 2026The Middle East (ME) crisis could trigger a domino effect, driving up not only fuel prices but also electricity ...
@PalawOne PESO at 61?should be good for all! Read More
Long Term Stay in PH by RoyHolland
Hi everyone.I鈥檓 coming to Cebu from the UK and will be staying four weeks.This is not my first visit to PH as I have visited three times and travelled from Banaue to Cagayan De Oro and many places in between. But my last visit was about twelve ...
I agree with BobFeel for all you are going through. Maybe all of our stories one day.Don't come back to the US if you can avoid it.Try finding someone there to take your wife's place.Good luck and God Bless. Read More
Cebu quiet? Possible? by Moab762
I hope to move to Cebu Island from Panglou Island, Bohol next month. I'm hoping to find a quiet place to live. (I know that's an oxymoron in the Phillipines.) One to an hour and a half outside Cebu City is preferable. But outskirts is fine too. A ...
@Moab762 Right off the bat.聽 based on your requirements,聽 stay away from Cebu City and the environs. Too noisy, too much traffic. too dirty.聽 My Ex's hometown was about an 1 1/2聽 hours south of the city.聽 It wasn't much ... Read More
Mindanao independence resolution to be submitted to UN by PalawOne
Anyone wish to make comment?"鈥淚t will need only one UN member country to endorse .. "https://tribune.net.ph/2025/12/31/mindanao-independence-resolution-to-be-submitted-to-unCAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Philippines 鈥� A resolution adopted during a ...
@danfinn I felt it went "off Topic" because I read a lot of posts relating to US politics.Either way, what I was explaining is that it would not be unusual for Mindanao to split. Not necessarily the whole province. Most likely an "East" and "West" ... Read More
Mindanao independence resolution to be submitted to UN by PalawOne
Anyone wish to make comment?"鈥淚t will need only one UN member country to endorse .. "https://tribune.net.ph/2025/12/31/mindanao-independence-resolution-to-be-submitted-to-unCAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Philippines 鈥� A resolution adopted during a ...
Oh Boy!Looks like this one when way off topic!One thing most people in the world don't realize.If it wasn't for Colonialism, a lot of countries around the world wouldn't exist in their present form.The Philippines would be at least 4 different ... Read More
SSA Benefits by NY_Mike
I know we are all aware if we marry a Filipina with minor children. They Qualify for additional benefits under our Social Security retirement. But what happens when you divorce? Do their benefits continue? I'm asking this here rather than in the ...
@Enzyte Bob yeahthat's the rule. if they are under 18 they are entitled.Don't fret about that for your kids. Worry about all the dead people still getting paid! SSA, like all our government, is a mess! Read More
SSA Benefits by NY_Mike
I know we are all aware if we marry a Filipina with minor children. They Qualify for additional benefits under our Social Security retirement. But what happens when you divorce? Do their benefits continue? I'm asking this here rather than in the ...
@mugtech we are in the US Read More
SSA Benefits by NY_Mike
I know we are all aware if we marry a Filipina with minor children. They Qualify for additional benefits under our Social Security retirement. But what happens when you divorce? Do their benefits continue? I'm asking this here rather than in the ...
Thanks for your replies.We are all in the US. Brought her and the children here on a K1 9years ago.I know. Big mistake! lolI believe after the divorce, my daughter will still have benefits. But my Ex and my step daughter will lose theirs. Read More
Social security by richard frazier
iam married living in the Philippines. I'm American and social security says my 4 year old son has to spend 30 days on USA soil to get his monetary benefit (HIS CHECK). Anyone know a way around this?
@pnwcyclist Not necessary. If the father is American they can file a CRBA in Manila. The child will then be entitled to SSA benefits. It is not necessary to live in the US. They will need to file with SSA there. Takes time. But they are entitled. Read More
SSA Benefits
I know we are all aware if we marry a Filipina with minor children. They Qualify for additional benefits under our Social Security retirement. But what happens when you divorce? Do their benefits continue? I'm asking this here rather than in the ... Read More
Social security claim for children by Mepp7777
Dose anyone know how long after the phon interview, that the field agent would be scheduled ? They have told me there is only one field agent and I need to be patient because it can take many months to get scheduled. This seems like a unrealistic ...
I am still in the US...so this might not totally apply to your situation there in the Phils.But just to share my experience.I filed for SSA benefits in Dec of 2021I have 2 dependent kids now 9 and 12.Granted the Pandemic delayed the start of the ... Read More
Reporting Birth Abroad Cebu Embassy by Fish83
I filled out everything online and paid the $100. Now I'm trying to get an appointment in Cebu. It seems impossible. There's never an open appointment time. I tried waking up at 11:57 and being ready at midnight and I still didn't see any new appt ...
@Fish83CRBA is only done in ManilaCebu only handles simple issues mainly related to expat SSA needs Read More