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Frederic

@FCStraight

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American looking for information about Philippines

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American

Lives in Blaine

Speaks Spanish, Tagalog, French

Registration: 05 February 2013

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Frederic
FCStraight replied to a thread
8 years ago
TheDigitalMage

Sweet, wonderful people by TheDigitalMage

These people are the kindest and the swetest people I have found - anywhere, anytime. They're lots of fun, too! And so I say: PHILIPPINES - come for the rain. Stay for the people :)

Frederic

'DigitalImage- How fortunate to have encountered such wonderful people! Do tell ..where is this place? I'd like to go there on my next trip. Read More

Frederic
FCStraight replied to a thread
8 years ago
ElGatoNegron

U.S. Citizenship for New Child Birth by ElGatoNegron

My wife and I, you may have read on another thread, are expecting twins this April/May. In preparation I am trying to understand what will be required for their citizenship and social security support. I am a bit confused by the Consular Report of ...

Frederic

Hi Wayve. I went through the same question...well, at least my father did when he was dealing with the issue with regard to his Philippine-born children. I was born (as well as my other siblings) in the Philippines. My father, who was born in ... Read More

Frederic
FCStraight replied to a thread
8 years ago
Wine and Dine

Moving to the Phillippines by Wine and Dine

Hi, I plan on moving to the Phillippines early next year. I'm looking to move to Palawan (or perhapsBohol). I will be visiting in April this year. Are there any expats in Palawan or Bohol who can give me some advice? Thank you David

Frederic

Hello David! Great to hear from you. No, I have not heard from Expats in Palawan since the last reply I received from Puerto Princesa. The guy was talking about selling property...which I am not ready to go into at that point. I have to go ... Read More

Frederic
FCStraight replied to a thread
8 years ago
Wine and Dine

Moving to the Phillippines by Wine and Dine

Hi, I plan on moving to the Phillippines early next year. I'm looking to move to Palawan (or perhapsBohol). I will be visiting in April this year. Are there any expats in Palawan or Bohol who can give me some advice? Thank you David

Frederic

Hello David! I inquired about Palawan not too long ago and one expat living in Palawan responded. I too, have been eyeing Palawan as a possible place to live. It really is up to the kind of lifestyle you are seeking, climate, availability of ... Read More

Frederic
FCStraight replied to a thread
8 years ago
Martin van Gunsteren

Hallo by Martin van Gunsteren

Ik ben martin ben nu 6 jaar hier in Davao city kom ieder donderdag in de bonte koe zijn er nog andere nederlanders in Davao die ik nog niet ontmoet heb?

Frederic

Hello Martin! Would you write your post in English so we can understand what you are saying? I can make out (I was stationed in Zuid Limburg several years) what you said but I'm sure most Expats in this forum do not speak Dutch. I believe ... Read More

Frederic
FCStraight replied to a thread
8 years ago
Marcdee

Business by Marcdee

Bro.. I am thinking a great business here at Philippines, may you suggest anyone of you if what's the best business for here

Frederic

Marcdee: You need to provide more information on your post....such as type of business, location, at what stage or phase of business planning you're in, resources, etc. Have you gone through the 10 (at least) planning stages of your business? ... Read More

Frederic
FCStraight replied to a thread
8 years ago
oreillyi

High School assessment by oreillyi

We have just arrived in Manila from South Africa and would like to know the procedure of getting a child into high school. I believe children have to be assessed first? I would appreciate first hand experience please, thank you

Frederic

Then they should be able to tell you where to go to have her credentials evaluated. Or you can check with dept of education in the Philippines for assistance in this matter. Read More

Frederic
FCStraight replied to a thread
8 years ago
oreillyi

High School assessment by oreillyi

We have just arrived in Manila from South Africa and would like to know the procedure of getting a child into high school. I believe children have to be assessed first? I would appreciate first hand experience please, thank you

Frederic

Hello Oreilly- I started to draft a reply to your query but I accidentally pressed a button and it disappeared. Don't know where it went. Anyway, best I start start over. The best and most authoritative source to answer your query, I ... Read More

Frederic
FCStraight replied to a thread
8 years ago
GuestPoster678

Christian Filipina by GuestPoster678

Hi, A friend of mine told me about the web site, Christian Filipina. I live in Canada, and was considering using this site, but I first want to find out from others who have used it or are familiar with it about their experience using it. Thanks.

Frederic

Hello Traveller61: It depends what you want or expect from this forum. From my understanding and experience in this forum it is to share knowledge and experience with fellow expats. For instance if I want information about life in a small town ... Read More

Frederic
FCStraight replied to a thread
8 years ago
Motors systemes 2

ho much does it cost staying in pasay for 1 month? by Motors systemes 2

Hi' friends; I am looking for rent a small condo in pasay near to mfi technology school for 1 month. How much money all in costs. Thanks all friends' merry Christmas for all

Frederic

Motorsysrems2: First you might want to check with the school you plan to attend. They may have "student services" section or Department that provides non-academic/curriculum assistance and information...such as apartment/housing for ... Read More

Frederic
FCStraight replied to a thread
8 years ago
FCStraight

Round trip airfare ticket to Philippines required? by FCStraight

It's been a long time since I traveled to the Philippines so I need to know if the immigration authorities in the Philippines would require me to produce a return ticket when I get there. Here's a possible scenario: I am not sure yet ...

Frederic

Thank you Ethyl....very reassuring. But only proof of U.S. Citizenship I have is my US passport. As I mentioned, I was not naturalized..so no naturalization documents. Funny, even the U.S. immigration Service will not accept my U.S Passport as ... Read More

Frederic
FCStraight replied to a thread
8 years ago
FCStraight

Round trip airfare ticket to Philippines required? by FCStraight

It's been a long time since I traveled to the Philippines so I need to know if the immigration authorities in the Philippines would require me to produce a return ticket when I get there. Here's a possible scenario: I am not sure yet ...

Frederic

To Ethylsimpson: Although your response was not addressed directly to me...the information you provided was very helpful to me. I do have some questions....just to confirm or clarify what I understand about Balikbayan visa. First, as I ... Read More

Frederic
FCStraight replied to a thread
8 years ago
giovannigio

exit clearance by giovannigio

someone know what is exit clearance? when i need to take exit clearance and where i can take it? how much is it?

Frederic

What I really want to do is get a balikbayan visa or dual citizenship. Not sure if i can get away with it. This my my situation: I was born in Manila and my birth certificate shows me and both my parents as Filipino citizens...but a few ... Read More

Frederic
FCStraight replied to a thread
8 years ago
FCStraight

Round trip airfare ticket to Philippines required? by FCStraight

It's been a long time since I traveled to the Philippines so I need to know if the immigration authorities in the Philippines would require me to produce a return ticket when I get there. Here's a possible scenario: I am not sure yet ...

Frederic

Thanks TeeJay. I'll checkout the website. Not that I intend to do it that way....just curious at this point. Read More

Frederic
FCStraight replied to a thread
8 years ago
FCStraight

Round trip airfare ticket to Philippines required? by FCStraight

It's been a long time since I traveled to the Philippines so I need to know if the immigration authorities in the Philippines would require me to produce a return ticket when I get there. Here's a possible scenario: I am not sure yet ...

Frederic

I am new to this method, so please bear with me. How, when, and where...do I Rent a ticket? How does that scheme work? Oh yes, you said through FlyOnward. Say, I buy my plane ticket one way from Vancouver, BC, Canada (I actually live in the ... Read More