@temploni
English expat in the Philippines
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Lives in Cagayan de Oro
Registration: 23 September 2011
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BIR Registration for Foreigners by FindlayMacD
I posted a few weeks ago about registering with BIR to become a Philippines tax payer, the reason for doing this is that I am paying more than PHP5,000 tax on the extra pension that I receive (over and above my UK state pension from) USS, which is ...
@FindlayMacD i am British and also pay tax in UK.As my gov pension plus private pension exceed my UK tax allowance. I also was told by uk pensions that although i live in the Philippines full time.( since 2011)My pensions are sourced from the UK and ... Read More
New insect friends by kevinwood
Hi,I'm looking for some advice, we have just got our new home in La Union and were infested with small ants, can anyone suggest any tried and trusted methods to get rid of these little guys?ThanksKevin
@bigpearl joined the club with many reptiles when younger and living in UK. Tortoise, turtles ,snakes ,lizards and caiman. When i moved to the Philippines i was determined not to keep anything.There are many reptiles that either live in the garden ... Read More
Your neighbours in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When you move in the Philippines, relationships with your neighbours can play a vital role in your well-being and integration. Share your experiences of the interactions and routines that punctuate your daily life in the ...
Perhaps i have been lucky in the three different houses that i have lived. The first house was on a new sub division in Cagayan de oro.The neighbours were friendly and had invites to bbq etc. I also invited my neighbours in return.The second house ... Read More
Letters from overseas delivery time with PhilPost by FindlayMacD
My bank has sent me a new credit card to my home address in Mindanao, I received the typical email message saying "your new credit card is on it's way" on September 1st and the card has to be authorised in my online banking app before it is useable. ...
@FindlayMacD i always use LBC for local and international mail and found it reliable. Read More
Letters from overseas delivery time with PhilPost by FindlayMacD
My bank has sent me a new credit card to my home address in Mindanao, I received the typical email message saying "your new credit card is on it's way" on September 1st and the card has to be authorised in my online banking app before it is useable. ...
@FindlayMacD i also live in Cagayan de oro.My UK banj only send by ordinary mail any new cards.Last year they sent out 2 debit cards and 3 credit cards and none arrived.So i had them sent to my nephew in uk and he sent by courier.Alas now the ... Read More
Looking for visa options to move to Philippines by GuestPoster1923
Hi im a 43 year old American who is considering moving to the Philippines. I have been reading online trying to fine out if i can even live there permanently, And I am confused so im looking for clarification.I am hopefully receiving soon SSDI ...
@78EJTWO you are not old enough to apply for an SRRV. 50 years and above.Simply enter country and get an automatic tourist visa. Then keep renewing your visa up to 3 years. Then take a trip.out to kuala lumpa or similar then re enter the Philippines ... Read More
Travel Tax for leaving the Philippines by brucehon
I will be departing from the Philippines in mid May after a 3 month visit. I am a US citizen and am not a taxable foreign passport holder, so according to my research, I do not think I am required to pay the travel tax. But do I need to apply for a ...
@bigpearl Filipino pay travel tax on leaving the country. Foreigners who have stayed a year or more are also eligible to pay the same tax. 1620pesos. Read More
got offloaded by PHIL IMMIGRATION/NAIA carrying Buss, Visa by chantal_
I know the guidelines, That they have to be strict, protective, and were all subject to their Evaluation and Final Decision.. But whats the use of this "Business Visa" granted and issued to us FILIPINOS with COMPLETE, VALID and LEGAL DOCUMENTS if ...
@vetretreat Don't know if it has changed now but many years ago i went to fly from Clark airport and at that time i was not aware of the ECC certificate. There was no office in airport and was directed to a field office outside. By the time i had ... Read More
LFC Investment Scheme by Cherryann01
Does anybody know anything about a so called investment scheme in the Philippines called LFC? A quick Google search seems to indicate that it is some sort of betting scheme, promising investors a daily return of around 5% for their investment and ...
@Cherryann01 I'm sorry to say i have a feeling you are being scammed. Some families will work together with the lies. Does her family have money. 100k to borrow from your mom is alot of money for the average filipino. Read More
Philippine Post Office by Moon Dog
Does anyone know how to contact the Philippine post office? I ordered an aircon belt for my multicab from Megazip in Japan. I paid over $23 for 4-7 day expedited shipping for the tiny belt which probably weighs 2 or 3 ounces. When I complained that ...
@Moon Dog enroute to office means thrown in a container in manila waiting for it to fill before shipping out. Don't hold your breath. Read More
Philippine Post Office by Moon Dog
Does anyone know how to contact the Philippine post office? I ordered an aircon belt for my multicab from Megazip in Japan. I paid over $23 for 4-7 day expedited shipping for the tiny belt which probably weighs 2 or 3 ounces. When I complained that ...
@iuliiam i always use LBC express here in the Philippines for my international and local mail.Never had any problems and slighty cheaper than the major courier services. Read More
Absurdity of Looking for Work in the Philippines by drjs
I acquired my spousal visa in the Philippines a couple of months ago and started looking for work. Since I'm not Filipino, I knew it would be difficult.First you have to deal with the fact that several companies flat out refuse to hire anybody who ...
@BassMan_720 Unfortunately it is a Government directive to give the senior citizen discount to filipino citizens only. A bill was put forward for foreigners to be included but was sat on in the senate and not passed. Read More
Where is the best place to live in the Philippines by bmasters150665
I have been living in Thailand for the past 17 years and getting really sick of it so I'm thinking of moving over there any help places that have a great vibe and plenty to do without the poverty
@Cherryann01 it is the areas of Mindanao like Sulu and maguindanao in the muslim areas that can be unsafe.I've lived in Mindanao for 11 years. Travelled all the northern part of Mindanao ,central Bukidnon and down to Davao. Used private ... Read More
Is The Philippines Right for Me by Cherryann01
I have just returned from the Philippines after spending three weeks there and returning to the Uk via a four night stop in HCMC and I am questioning if the Philippines is the right place for me to eventually retire in a few years. I may upset a few ...
@Cherryann01 I am also British and i have lived in Cagayan de Oro for 11 years. The city is still developing and has many new malls and places to go out in the evening.Yes there are some old and dirty areas but generally i love living here. The ... Read More
SRRV Expanded Courtesy Visa by DukeStamina
I have a question. I served in the U.S. military for 6 years. I have an honorable discharge and a DD-214; but I am not considered retired military. However, I am now retired from working and I am collecting Social Security. The amount far exceeds ...
@Munchie I had the same problem. I am British and was asked to get an apostised copy of my pension.I was told the Embassy do this. They do not do pension letters when i enquired.I found out on the internet that i had to get my pension letter ... Read More