@scott_see
American looking for information about Philippines
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American, Single
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Registration: 09 December 2016
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Why I Picked the Philippines by mugteck
When I was a kid my dad would tell me stories of his life in the US Army and his adventures in the Philippines and Japan. In addition he encouraged me to read history and watch a couple of John Wayne movies, They Were Expendable and ...
@mugteck Would you mind sharing what you estimate living expenses are? I'm considering a move. Thanks! Read More
How difficult is it to bring a handgun into Australia?
I'll be in Perth for a few weeks and I see there is a shooting range. How difficult is it to bring in a handgun to Australia? I see there's an application I'd need to fill out. https://www.abf.gov.au/form-listing/forms/b710.pdf Has anyone had ... Read More
Amazon Global Shipping by Enzyte Bob
My old TV earphones have seen better days, duct tape can't fix everything. I've searched Shopee & Lazada for what I want. My current headset has a charging station for the headset, so no batteries are needed for the charging station or ...
I've used https://planetexpress.com/ quite a bit. They'll consolidate and ship anything for you. And the prices are a fraction of what the carriers normally charge. Read More
Retirement visa, how soon does it need to be used? by scott_see
I'm planning on getting a retirement visa, but may not be able to leave the US right away. Does anyone know if there's a time limit by which it needs to be used? Thanks, Scott
Hi Scott, Seeking help from visa consulting firm here in the Philippines to assist you with your concern could be a wise decision to avoid the doing it by yourself. Since they are already experts, they already know the type of requirements needed ... Read More
Retirement visa, how soon does it need to be used? by scott_see
I'm planning on getting a retirement visa, but may not be able to leave the US right away. Does anyone know if there's a time limit by which it needs to be used? Thanks, Scott
Okay, that makes sense. I'm guessing a tourist visa is pretty quick and easy to get. Thanks, Scott Read More
Moving from NorCal to Davao, container shipping cost by Kyra B
Hello! I am trying to get info if you might know please if how much would be the cost to ship a container of my things from San Francisco to Davao City? Not that much but probably need a container from preschool furniture that I plan to open when ...
I looked into this and that sounds very low. I forget what prices I read about, but they were high enough that I quickly abandoned the idea. I think it was more like $10K when all is said and done. I'm going by memory, so take this with a ... Read More
Retirement visa, how soon does it need to be used? by scott_see
I'm planning on getting a retirement visa, but may not be able to leave the US right away. Does anyone know if there's a time limit by which it needs to be used? Thanks, Scott
I have some loose ends to tie up here in the U.S. before I move. I have no idea when I'll be through with them. It could be a month, six months, perhaps longer. So I'd hate to go through all the work of getting a retirement visa and then ... Read More
Buying a scooter or small motorcycle. Is it difficult? by scott_see
Is it difficult to buy a scooter or small motorcyle? Are there hoops to jump through for foreigners? Thanks, Scott
The Maya150 looks incredible. I went to Google Images and it seems you can configure the Maya150 to be everything from a passenger carrier to a delivery truck. Very cool! Read More
Retirement visa, how soon does it need to be used?
I'm planning on getting a retirement visa, but may not be able to leave the US right away. Does anyone know if there's a time limit by which it needs to be used? Thanks, Scott Read More
Buying a scooter or small motorcycle. Is it difficult? by scott_see
Is it difficult to buy a scooter or small motorcyle? Are there hoops to jump through for foreigners? Thanks, Scott
Thanks to you all for the great info. I'm hopeful this will be pretty easy. Scott Read More
living in phillipines for good by nayahmed
:) hi,I'm Sahabudden ahmed from dhaka bangladesh,I really want to know if how to live in phillipines for good anyone got an idea on this,what are those possible requirements or ducuments do i need to prepare incase thank you,regards☺
The Philippine embassy website is a great resource. That has all the info you will need. Read More
Buying a scooter or small motorcycle. Is it difficult? by scott_see
Is it difficult to buy a scooter or small motorcyle? Are there hoops to jump through for foreigners? Thanks, Scott
That makes sense. I can see the wisdom of buying through a shop rather than just person to person. Good advice. And yes, even new, that wouldn't break the bank. Read More
Buying a scooter or small motorcycle. Is it difficult? by scott_see
Is it difficult to buy a scooter or small motorcyle? Are there hoops to jump through for foreigners? Thanks, Scott
I'm glad to hear this is easy to do. Yes, I'm definitely going to buy 2nd hand. I figure if it's too shiny, it's more likely to get stolen. I've seen a lot online, and the prices seem great. Compared to USA prices. Read More
Buying a scooter or small motorcycle. Is it difficult? by scott_see
Is it difficult to buy a scooter or small motorcyle? Are there hoops to jump through for foreigners? Thanks, Scott
That's great to hear. I think I have to get a medical exam for the visa too if I remember correctly. Read More
Dive! by Skiffle
Hello Me and my boyfriend are looking for Dive Buddies. He is a naui course director and I am on my advance course for CMAS. Please keep in touch if you're in davao and want to dive all around the island of Talicud and Samal. Carms/Willem
Yes, I'd love to learn more. 5000 pesos for rent is fantastic. I just pm'd you my fb address. I will be coming to the Philippines as a bachelor. Would Mati be too quiet for me? I'm not a party animal, but... Scott Read More