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richierich359
American looking for information about Philippines
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Lives in myrtle beach
Registration: 26 October 2014
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mail forwarding
Looking for recommended mail forwarding services primarily for ordering things to be shipped from USA to the Philippines Read More
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Social Security benifits by ron2
Has any American expats had any difficulty getting their monthly checks deposited in a U S bank, and any creditors garnishing their Social Security?
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USAA does that $15.00 ATM payback from fees and they are one of very few banks that will send you your replacement card. BDO does accept USAA at ATM but you have a max of 10,000 php per withdrawal and 20,000 php max per day Read More
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Social Security benifits by ron2
Has any American expats had any difficulty getting their monthly checks deposited in a U S bank, and any creditors garnishing their Social Security?
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No problems with USAA bank and they are one of very few who will send a replacement card upon expiration. Lot of banks will not send overseas. Only IRS can garnish for tax bills. Creditors don't have that ability... Yet... Read More
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Best cities to live in the Philippines by Julien
Hi, Its not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to the Philippines. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost ...
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I live just outside of Bogo City. Much cheaper than a "city"..Still have many of the creature comforts and cebu only 2 1/2 - 3 hour drive for the big mall shopping. Bogo has two supermarkets ..Gasiano and SuperMetro. Jollibee is there as ... Read More
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Essentials to live in the Philippines by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in the Philippines, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in the Philippines? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what ...
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I can find anything that i need or use in Cebu at any of the malls. Even large size shoes/sneakers as there is a payless shoe store. As far as medications go i never had a problem getting my meds at Rose Pharmacy. Occasionally out of stock so i just ... Read More
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Hello! Anyone here been married to a Filipina? by Marian00001
Good day! I'm new here! Just wanted to ask if anyone here have been married to a filipina in the Philippines?
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Married a Filipina on November 8, 2015. We did a civil wedding with the local Mayor officiating. There were too many requirements for a church wedding. Can give details on forms and requirements if you are looking at a civil ceremony. Read More
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Visa to USA, permanent residence Philippines, dual citizenship
I am American Citizen living in the Cebu area. Will be picking up my ACR card next week. I have recently married a Filipina - civil ceremony and would like to now do several things. 1. Bring her to the states just to visit for a couple of months and ... Read More