@bizwizard
American expat in the Philippines
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American
Lives in Angeles City
Speaks English
Registration: 01 September 2017
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Etravel: Vietnam by Dale Gill
Can anyone please tell me, if I need a VPN (virtual private network) in in order to fill out the Etravel app , on my return to the Philippines/. I have no idea,, about the degree of censorship , that exists there. Thank you, in advance, for ...
On my way out of the PI a few weeks ago, they didn't look for it at immigration--I asked and was told it wasn't necessary. I assumed they had a record of it already. Coming back in two days ago, Customs was scanning them. Read More
Preventive care in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As an expat in the Philippines, taking care of your health would be one of your main priorities. Preventive healthcare plays a crucial role in keeping fit and healthy. We therefore would like to invite you to share your insights ...
I am very happy with MaxiCare. Although it is not specifically preventive, your membership makes available enough tests so that you can see how you're doing. You can walk in anytime you want, as often as your hypochondria drives you there; you may ... Read More
U.S. Philippines Ambassador warns of deportation under Trump by PalawOne
Philippine ambassador warns of mass deportation under TrumpBy Cristina Chi - Philstar.com November 8, 2024 | 12:51pmhttps://www.philstar.com/headlines/2024/11/08/2398606/philippine-ambassador-warns-mass-deportation-under-trumpPhilippine ambassador ...
Trump is a negotiator, He's giving scary notice to ALL illegals to scare some of them into leaving on their own volition.He announced that he IS going after the ones who have been given deportation notices and haven't shown up, and the criminals and ... Read More
Mobile phone plans in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Staying connected while living in the Philippines remains a priority for expats, especially when choosing a mobile operator or to understand the local specificities of mobile plans. Here some elements to consider: How to ...
Good point about the sales tax. I plan to put it on the company card, which has a forex charge if I buy it here. But that's less than the sales tax, unless I go to Florida (which I might be doing). The iPhone 16 has no SIM slot, no matter where you ... Read More
Mobile phone plans in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Staying connected while living in the Philippines remains a priority for expats, especially when choosing a mobile operator or to understand the local specificities of mobile plans. Here some elements to consider: How to ...
Update my last post. here's what I got:Plan Name: Signature Plan 599Monthly Service Fee: 599.00Plan Inclusion: 50 GB 5G Only Data for 3 Months10 GB Open Access DataUnlimited All-Net CallsUnlimited All-Net SMSUnlimited Landline CallsI'm not sure ... Read More
Mobile phone plans in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Staying connected while living in the Philippines remains a priority for expats, especially when choosing a mobile operator or to understand the local specificities of mobile plans. Here some elements to consider: How to ...
Is possible to use an eSIM in multiple devices? I will see after I get my new phone in November. In the instructions for setting up my eSIM (iPhone), it said to get the number from a QR code (which Smart sent me after I visited them and applied) OR ... Read More
Mobile phone plans in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Staying connected while living in the Philippines remains a priority for expats, especially when choosing a mobile operator or to understand the local specificities of mobile plans. Here some elements to consider: How to ...
@pnwcyclistI have different information.Smart gave me an eSIM with my current number. However, I had to invest in 6 months of a prepaid plan. The cheapest one, which takes care of my needs, is 599/month for unli texts and calls plus 10GB of ... Read More
Mobile phone plans in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Staying connected while living in the Philippines remains a priority for expats, especially when choosing a mobile operator or to understand the local specificities of mobile plans. Here some elements to consider: How to ...
Looking at Smart info, it looks like I would get an eSIM with a different number than the one I have been using for years, which doesn't work for me. Also, I will soon purchase the new iPhone that only uses eSIMs, and want to keep my current number ... Read More
A cautionary tale by Brojeslov
In 2020 I met a seemingly lovely young lady from Butuan City and things progressed quickly into a relationship. I never went to Butuan because she said it was boring and I've got insurance issues travelling to Mindanao, so we met elsewhere in places ...
Brojeslov said. . . . I spent nearly 2,000,000 pesos on the girl but I don't actually regret that. For starters, I had some really amazing sex. **************************P 2,000,000 ain't "chump" change ($35,000 USD) or is it?Let me ... Read More
Question re: eTravel website issue (cannot update my home address) by mindssigh
Hello everyone. Highly specific question here about the eTravel website that I'm hoping anyone can assist with. Context: A few months ago, I registered on the eTravel website (https://etravel.gov.ph). Since registering, I have physically moved to a ...
Does it even matter what you have as your home address? Does Immigration use it for anything (under normal circumstances)? Read More
Gcash for foreigners by Glongshore
Do any of you use gcash? their app says only available to philippine citizens, but the app will allow to complete registration just by clicking filipino. wondering if anyone has used gcash, and how it turned out
GCash had a widespread problem with their "new" re-verification method. I kept retrying to get it to do face ID. It finally worked when I tried from another WiFi location, but I don't know whether that was a factor somehow. Read More
Packages from USA to PH by SteveBronx
Hi please tell me if you have any experience or know what's the best way to send packages from USA to Philippines. Please do not say FedEx, DHL, UPS, USPS, I want to know about package places like ones where I can buy things from Amazon and send it ...
I have been very happy with forexcargo dot us. They have offices in CA, IL, NV, VA and Canada to receive and hold your goods until you're ready to ship by either air or sea. They're a Filipino company, and prices are excellent. You declare your ... Read More
Philippines cellphones at the airport by avedisiandavid
Flying to Angeles City in November, passing through Manila, does the airport in Angeles City sell Philippines cellphones?
I have a now-older iPhone 15 with, of course, a physical SIM. I'm thinking of buying a new iPhone when I'm back in the US in Sept or Oct. Could I get my Philippines number on the eSIM? And how would that work--would it still be a TNT account? If I ... Read More
Need E travel on return flight by Dwsses12
I'm going to the states soon on vacation. On my return. Do we still do E travel
Probably best to fill it out whether they are on or off with it. They may have stopped hassling people returning because it was causing problems with THEIR work, who knows.... Read More
Need E travel on return flight by Dwsses12
I'm going to the states soon on vacation. On my return. Do we still do E travel
I'm confused. Is this something you need to fill out every time you travel, or is it good once you register? Read More