@gordy5938
American expat in the Philippines
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American
Lives in Butuan, Caraga
Speaks English, Spanish
Registration: 14 February 2018
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Divorcing in the Philippines by Diksha
Hello everyone, Reaching the decision to seek divorce can be hard. Filing the papers as an expat in the Philippines can be as taxing since a good grasp of legislations is needed and the process can prove to be tedious. Where and how do you ...
There is no divorce in the Philippines. There is annulment. That said, there are always options. The Philippines will recognize an international divorce if you have the decree properly authenticated and pay a Philippine lawyer to get it recognized ... Read More
Moving to Davao City with family by sethuraj_s
Hello, I'm having an option to move to Davao City with family. Kindly tell me does the city offer good options in child education? What is the cost of housing (rentals). Thanks in advance.
I recently visited there. It is very controlled there with military and police checking everyone. Pretty much like a warzone. Read More
Moving to the Philippines with a disability by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Having a disability should not be a barrier to living abroad. While the intricacies of ones move to the Philippines may be specific to the individual, certain steps can be undertaken to make the process smoother. What are the ...
Hi. I moved to the Philippines about 18 months ago. I am disabled and brought my service dog with me. Life here has been a challenge. My dog isnt allowed anywhere like back home. Americans can still receive both their Social Security and VA ... Read More
Best cities for retirement in the Philippines by Bhavna
Hello everyone, An increasing amount of people want to spend their retirement abroad. Would you consider giving a few tips to those looking into the Philippines for their retirement? What are the most attractive cities for retirees in the ...
I’m living ok in Butuan city on about $4000 USD a month. It is a bit boring and good food is sometimes a challenge but I am in a large comfy home in safe gated community and it is relatively quiet. Read More
Why some marriages don't work out by FilAmericanMom
There was a post asking why so many new marriages with Filipino women end up in divorce. I think the most common reasons for any relationship to end are: 1. They didn't get to know each other 2. They have not much in common, or are very ...
You are correct about the younger women here flirting. It is so obvious that it is depressing at times. Gladly I recognize it for what it is. I see the desperation to have the quotes nice life and money but I have seen my friends hurt and equally ... Read More
Children integration in a new school in the Philippines by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Moving abroad can be particularly hard on children. For any parent planning a move to the Philippines, it is of utmost importance to make sure they do everything in their power to make sure their childrens transition is as smooth ...
I think you should consider homeschooling. The schools here are horrible wastes. They dont separate smarter college capable kids from the restand waste far too much classroom time on sports or vocational things. They also always seem to have ... Read More
The pet culture in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hey everyone, Pets are an integral part of a lot of families. So much so that they would never consider moving abroad without them. Before doing so, it would be important to know the pet culture in the Philippines just to make sure that their ...
My service dog flew free in cabin. My other dog flew in a crate. You need USDA vet clearance and a bunch of vaccinations and then you get the import permit for philippines online for just a few dollars. Read More
The pet culture in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hey everyone, Pets are an integral part of a lot of families. So much so that they would never consider moving abroad without them. Before doing so, it would be important to know the pet culture in the Philippines just to make sure that their ...
So sad they let them run free. Twice this week my k-9 has almost killed two of them for coming after us aggressively. Read More
Extended families in the Philippines by Peter Clark
When you marry a Filipino you marry the family they say and for much of the time it is true. Family members will at times be overseas workers and generate money for the family in the Philippines. A foreigner in the family will be expected to help ...
There are nice beautiful women here. Walk away from greedy ones. Dont support kids or their families. It is their own faults that the parents suffer. They should have worked hard and saved. Same for other family members. You are responsible for you, ... Read More
GF and Extent of Her Family Involvement by moonunit0103
Hi, After spending 6 weeks traveling with my GF through the Central Visayas, we go to Ormoc, Leyte, to visit her family. I have been letting her handling my money and she keeps meticulous records for our travels, and assumed she would be as ...
I agree. They will keep you broke if you let them have any control over the money. For me I think the realized I was going to close the bank and they started playing fair. Now after many fights I even managed to get a new truck! To thine own self be ... Read More
GF and Extent of Her Family Involvement by moonunit0103
Hi, After spending 6 weeks traveling with my GF through the Central Visayas, we go to Ormoc, Leyte, to visit her family. I have been letting her handling my money and she keeps meticulous records for our travels, and assumed she would be as ...
Is why I shit down the bank from day one! Read More
The pet culture in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hey everyone, Pets are an integral part of a lot of families. So much so that they would never consider moving abroad without them. Before doing so, it would be important to know the pet culture in the Philippines just to make sure that their ...
I brought 2 dogs from US. They needed USDA clearance frim back home and were not quarantined here. The special import permit for Phillipines is bought and printed online and says all the needed vaccinations and microchip stuff. Read More
The pet culture in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hey everyone, Pets are an integral part of a lot of families. So much so that they would never consider moving abroad without them. Before doing so, it would be important to know the pet culture in the Philippines just to make sure that their ...
Here in Butuan there is an animal welfare group that is doing great things to rescue dogs. I think far too many just want a dog here to keep in a cage as a cheap burglar alarm and not enough invest time and money to show the animals love or care for ... Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Good pointers. I would suggest being careful around family here too. Their culture is very different than ours and my own desire to have nicer things caused a lot of friction here at first. Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Anytime friend! Read More