peternewman
English looking for information about Philippines
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Lives in City of Manila, Metro Manila
Registration: 13 September 2017
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Advantage / disadvantage between a 13A and a Balikbayan visa by pej1111
Just wondering what is the advantage / disadvantage between a 13A and a Balikbayan visa (on arrival in PHP with wife)? Pro's & Con's etc * Cost? * Benefits? * Administration? * Etc? Would be most appreciative of any input. Just ...
If you ae starting the process - only spouses of Filipinos can get a 9A visa. This is valid for a year, but you can only stay for a maximum of 59 days after which you have to leave the country or apply for an extension. Read More
Foreigners allowed to travel to the Philippines from November 1st. by FindlayMacD
The Philippines will welcome back foreign nationals starting Nov. 1 and allow Filipino travellers to leave without Covid-19 antigen tests as the Southeast Asian nation continues to ...
I got my visa to return to the Philippines in August - however this was based on the fact that I am the spouse of a Filipino citizen. All none Filipino nationals wanting to go to the Philippines must have a visa from the consulate in the country of ... Read More
Asia Today: Philippines allows foreign travel to resume by solojoe
I found this piece of information today. https://www.yahoo.com/news/asia-today-philippines-allowing-foreign-061829575.html
My understanding is that Filipino nationals and their spouses can get the visas to enable travel - you have to provide all of the correct documentation when making the application. Read More
9A Visa. cheaper to get in USA or Phillipines by Tariq072283
Im wondering is it cheaper to get a 1 year Visa before i come there. according to the filipino embassy website the price is $90 for a year visa
I am not sure if you area aware, but you cannot any longer get a visa on arrival. The visa as to be applied for from your origin of destination - the UK cost 82 GBP. Only spouses of Filipino citizens can apply for the visas currently and you must ... Read More
What if Visa denied by Raulgarcia13
Hey guys, I'm planning to apply for a visa thru the Philippine Embassy that will allow me to visit my wife and kids in The Philippines. I just wondered what would happened in case my visa gets rejected/denied for a missing document or ...
The UK was supposed to have been 7 - 10 working days - but managed it in 3 days from receipt at the embassy. My understanding from last year was that there was an intention for all nationalities having to get a visa before arrival as they were not ... Read More
What if Visa denied by Raulgarcia13
Hey guys, I'm planning to apply for a visa thru the Philippine Embassy that will allow me to visit my wife and kids in The Philippines. I just wondered what would happened in case my visa gets rejected/denied for a missing document or ...
Every nationality must now have a visa bef0ore arrival - this was mentioned last year - and everyone thought it was a rumour. With Covid the only people that can access are spouses of Filipinos or Filipinos themselves. None Filipinos must apply ... Read More
Relocating to the Philippines
Dear all Would welcome your feedback and advice as we make our final move back to the Philippines. As we all know now is a challenging time for everyone around the world, but my wife and I have now decided to return to the Philippine in the coming ... Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello and good to be a member of the group. Looking at arriving in the Philippines end of November beginning of December and will be living in Lancaster City Cavite. We have finally decided that now is the time to make the final move after ... Read More
airport open . by mauovernet
Someone here put in this forum what was official that until March - June they will open an airport for tourists in the Philippines. But today I asked the embassy and they say it's a lie, that they don't even know when.
At the moment all none Philippine residents are required a visa prior to arrival. I am coming from the UK and visas are only being issued to spouses of Philippine residents. The process through the Philippines residency was very quick they ... Read More
Tips for getting your first job in the Philippines by expat.com
Hi, What are your tips and advice for getting a first job in the Philippines? What are the job hunting steps to follow? Where to look for offers: newspapers, Internet, recruitment agencies, word-of-mouth? What are the top hiring ...
Hello Paul I saw your post, did your idea progress into anything? Where is the Philippines were you looking at? Read More
Good recruitment agencies for English Expats? by peternewman
Hello all Please can I seek your help - I am looking for good recruitment agencies. My wife and I are looking at relocating back to Philippines in the coming months. TIA
I am fully aware of all documentation processes etc for me to relocate to the Philippines as my wife (Filipino) and I have purchased a house (which is now in its final stage of completion / handover). I am trying to find some lines to follow before ... Read More
Good recruitment agencies for English Expats?
Hello all Please can I seek your help - I am looking for good recruitment agencies. My wife and I are looking at relocating back to Philippines in the coming months. TIA Read More