@capricornrising
American looking for information about Philippines
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Registration: 23 April 2021
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Cost of living in the Philippines in 2022 by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Two years after the start of the pandemic, it is time to take stock of the evolution of the cost of living in the Philippines or more specifically, in the region where you live. The idea is to help people get ready for their ...
Yeah-why would they be economical when they can get everything for free just by giving up the kitty cat? haha! :cool: Read More
Renting a house in the provinces by onefogarty
Hello, can anyone help me? I am looking to rent a house in the provinces for 6k to 9k per month. I like bare or furnished. Preferably a place without loud karaoke, barking dogs, and/or roosters. I’ve been living in the cities for a long time ...
Because gouging has started here you probably won't get a decent place for less than 10K pesos a month. I've lived here in Baguio in a nice 2 bedroom with a secure front gate and a place to park my motorbike and have been paying 7000 pesos a ... Read More
Cost of living in the Philippines in 2022 by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Two years after the start of the pandemic, it is time to take stock of the evolution of the cost of living in the Philippines or more specifically, in the region where you live. The idea is to help people get ready for their ...
"Standard of living" is right on! You can live on 500 usd as I do or you can live on 3000 usd as many do. Depends on your taste! And whether you have a Pinay gf or wife! Read More
Trying to find a cheaper pharmacy here than Mercury by Arcadieus
Hi, I was prescribed oxynorm 5mg from a pain specialist here. Mercury is charging 160 pesos per tablet. Is there any other pharmacy that would carry this medicine and be cheaper? Or is there some type of discount prescription program I can sign up ...
Generics 1st and Watson second. Mercury as last resort. When you go to the Generics be sure to ask them where it comes from. The manufacturer's name will be on the box. My statin is made in the Philippines. I don't trust China anymore. If ... Read More
annulment by mia2012
Hi, any lawyers out there who could kindly please answer this question or me. I have a friend whose been in a relationship with a man for almost 3 years now but they cant marry guy is still technically married to his "ex-wife". The guy plans to file ...
Scammers everywhere! Always use extreme caution. Read More
Vaccination verification by Fritz62
Hello, I arrived at Manila airport with my International Vaccination Certificate issued by the Australian Government. The quarantine officer said that this document could not be verified, which I could not understand why. Meant I had to spend 2 ...
All the gouging going on EVERWHERE brings out the poor(true )character of a person/persons. Sad! Read More
Maintaining a long distance relationship as an expat in the Philippines by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Moving to the Philippines without your significant other can be quite difficult, especially since your partner is an undeniable source of support. This kind of move may require some adjustments from both parties in order to make ...
Not a good move! Hopefully, he can learn from the experience. Read More
Maintaining a long distance relationship as an expat in the Philippines by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Moving to the Philippines without your significant other can be quite difficult, especially since your partner is an undeniable source of support. This kind of move may require some adjustments from both parties in order to make ...
Yes-we take most everything for granted! We live and learn! Read More
Filipina Online Dating - Questions for those experienced by briggss3
Hi, I'm new to the website. I have a question around meeting Filipina girls on Filipino Cupid. I spent about a week on the website, and had many girls connecting many of which I believe were not real. However, one particular girl contacted me ...
Right on Greg-I live in a provincial area. Women here are much different than those down in the Manila area. Mostly scammers down there. Women, where I am, are more conservative. You won't see them in the mall targeting you and coming up to you ... Read More
Money Transfer by ppjhm
I am an American living outside Cagayan de Oro. I am looking for some output regarding money transfer from the U.S. to the Philippines other than bank to bank wire transfers as my bank's fees are overbearing. If anyone has any suggestion on ...
BDO ATMs are ubiquitous. BPI ATMs are mostly inside the bank at the front entrance where I live. BDO is the largest bank here I believe but BPI has been in existence since about 1850. I use both.BPI for my soc sec monthly direct deposit and BDO for ... Read More
Requirements for Philippines by marcovalacchi1994
Hello I would like to travel to Philippines. I need the 35k Usd insurance, do you have an advice? Is it mandatory to have a ticket for the return journey to the port of origin not later than thirty (30) days from date of arrival? Is there a way to ...
I have a Kano friend coming out from Portland end of march. Said he can only stay 30 days. I thought he meant he cant extend his stay 30 days at the airport and he said not the case. Said the Philippines will only allow him to stay 30 days total. ... Read More
Maintaining a long distance relationship as an expat in the Philippines by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Moving to the Philippines without your significant other can be quite difficult, especially since your partner is an undeniable source of support. This kind of move may require some adjustments from both parties in order to make ...
One must meet the person "in person" and spend daily time with them for at least 6 months to a year to truly get to know someone. Anything else is just a waste of time , in my opinion. Read More
Retired philippine expat with a much younger partner = ATM machine by manwonder
I posted this topic so as to gather any feedback/info on how some of *us are actually perceived as...please no offence meant in my asking. I too have a partner with an age gap of close to 30yrs...I know for a fact that every family member/her ...
Richard Guerre-Pretty woman? Read More
Retired philippine expat with a much younger partner = ATM machine by manwonder
I posted this topic so as to gather any feedback/info on how some of *us are actually perceived as...please no offence meant in my asking. I too have a partner with an age gap of close to 30yrs...I know for a fact that every family member/her ...
Buyer beware! Read More
Retiring to the philippines to marry. by Willcel
Hi l am a 71 years young Englishman who has decided after meeting online a young Filipino lady and getting to find out about each other over a long period decided to implement what was in my mind before to retire to the philippines, I have visited ...
Wayne gives GOOD advice! Haste makes waste! Read More