Richard
@adamsmole
Filipino expat in Papua New Guinea
Forum posts
55
Contacts
19
About me
Filipino
Lives in Kokopo
Speaks English and Filipino
Registration: 10 March 2013
Activity
income tax for US nationals by Cbikram
Hi All, Hope everyone is keeping well. Was hoping to get some clarity on income tax for US nationals. Do they pay both PNG and US taxes ? regards
Gentleman: Good day. As I understand, form the general statement of IRS, "If you are a U.S. citizen or resident alien, the rules for filing income, estate, and gift tax returns and paying estimated tax are generally the same whether you are ... Read More
Minor US citizen overstayed in the Philippines by Bebesalle
My niece is a US citizen of Filipino parents with no dual citizenship. She came to Philippines when she was a year old & now she’s 12 years old. She wants to go back to US, how much would be the penalty? I read it would be costly & my ...
Bro: The penalty is shown below: If you are a foreign national staying in the Philippines without valid visa, it may be a business or fiancé visa, and have been overstaying given the valid month(s) of stay, here are the list of overstaying ... Read More
Filipina annulment by Powercatfan
Hi I'm looking for help and advice. My gf and I would like to marry but like many she needs an annulment. I'm looking for lawyers in mindanao who handle annulment. Also anyone who has been through the process especially recently and has ...
Bro, I can help you. However, you need to answer my questions 1. Are you willing to wait years until the annulment case will be over? It needs two to tango. The wife and husband should cooperate in the process. 2. Are you willing to pay the ... Read More
Recognition of foreign qualifications in Papua New Guinea by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Were your professional qualifications recognised in Papua New Guinea? What country did you complete your qualifications in? What profession are you in? Did you have to go through any formalities to get your qualifications ...
Yes, PNG recognised my qualification. Read More
Tax Rates and life in Kokopo by Gelopitt
Hi,I'm Angelo. I'm planning to work in Kokopo soon. I want to ask regarding salary tax rates. Do expats with dependents have deductions on their income tax? Any feedback on life in Kokopo, regarding safety and establishments, churches? I ...
Kabagis: Life here Kokopo is quiet laidback. You are from Baguio means from cold place coming here to a very warm place. Hence, 1 kilogram of rice is equivalent to Php 75.00 per kilogram. Most of the goods here are imported, sugar is equivalent ... Read More
Tax Rates and life in Kokopo by Gelopitt
Hi,I'm Angelo. I'm planning to work in Kokopo soon. I want to ask regarding salary tax rates. Do expats with dependents have deductions on their income tax? Any feedback on life in Kokopo, regarding safety and establishments, churches? I ...
Up to 42% Read More
Studying in Papua New Guinea by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Would you recommend studying abroad in Papua New Guinea? Every year, 4 million young people from all over the world choose to study abroad for one semester or a full academic year. Would you encourage them to come and study in ...
Hi Pricilla: Good day. There is only a few university in PNG and is quite costly. I had worked with other locals here and I recommended to them Silliman University in Philippines. Kind regards, Richard Read More
How's life in Buka, Papua New Guinea by wingzero_25
Hi Guys, I was offered a job in Buka as a warehouse supervisor. I would like to have some idea's and tips. Can somebody tell me on how's life there? Thanks :D
Okey Negotiate for a net pay because all stuffs here are imported meaning expensive than there in the Philippines. Internet, phone call is very expensive. Regards Read More
How's life in Buka, Papua New Guinea by wingzero_25
Hi Guys, I was offered a job in Buka as a warehouse supervisor. I would like to have some idea's and tips. Can somebody tell me on how's life there? Thanks :D
Hi Kabayan: I heared about Buka; it is laid back in development but it is a mining industry. Anyway, you will go there to work, then it should be okey. Hence for compensation tax is about 42%. You better negotiate with accommodation, car, ... Read More
Volunteering in Papua New Guinea by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Papua New Guinea? How to join a charitable institution, what are the steps? Which ...
Hi pete.moody: Good day. Do you operate here in East New Britain? I will be having my holidays earlier next year and I want to participate voluntary activities. Regards, Richard Read More
Work in the farm by chubby png
Hi! KABAYAN Can some one help me and give me some insight. I will be having an interview in coming days as a bookkeeper in Evergreen Farm. Is there any one knows it. (My employer is Australian) I Know the package is that I can bring my family? How ...
Hi Kabayan: Good day. Allocate around four months for you to fly here in PNG starting on the day 1 that your papers are processed for work permit. Your husband can work if he is in work permit too, but if he will come here as a dependant visa he ... Read More
look for a job there in Australia
Hi Am an expat here in PNG, I wanted to look for a job there in Australia. Am an accountant for more than 10 years experience. Can you help me look for employer? Kind regards, Richard Read More
Average cost of living in Kokopo by Srinivas_govindarajan
Hi iam planning to move to kokopo. Could you let me know the average cost of living there ?? I heard that the internet is expensive and not that steady. Also what is the cost of a TV and cable chargs
Hi mate, yes internet is very costly and cellular phone signal is not consistent. Everything you need is imported so have at least 1,500 USD sustenance a month. Read More
I am looking for job here in Saint Petersburg by vivian_v
Hello everybody, I am Vivian, 29 years old and from Philippines. I finish Bachelor of Science in Nursing in the Philippines. I had my first experience in Cyprus for two years as a caregiver in a nursing homes for aged people. First time I came here ...
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