Richard Yan
Singaporean looking for information about Philippines
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About me
Singaporean
Lives in Manila
Speaks English Mandarin
Registration: 03 April 2018
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Sharing water bill by Richard Yan
373 peso, January 23
@danfinn , drink more coffee ☕ 😋 Read More
What is your Electric Bill like ? by frankanderson
Just wondering, I am starting to suspect Condo's pay a lot more for electricity than a house. My missus inform me that its possible that condo tenants pay commercial prices, similar to stores and businesses. If that's right, that's ...
My November meralco bill is 1462 peso. Read More
What is your Electric Bill like ? by frankanderson
Just wondering, I am starting to suspect Condo's pay a lot more for electricity than a house. My missus inform me that its possible that condo tenants pay commercial prices, similar to stores and businesses. If that's right, that's ...
My electric bill was about 2000 peso per month for the pass 1 year. Read More
My 36 month tourist VISA will expire and I don't want to leave my son by James Cuervo
Hello, hope everyone is doing okay! I'm faced with a horrible situation, where I forgot that I can't stay more than 36 months on a tourist visa. I'm 24 and not married (can't get married because processing other papers, getting ...
"I think overstay have to pay a penalty of peso 500 every month of overstaying" That's 3 cappucino's in pound sterling :/4 packets of cigarettes in manila Read More
My 36 month tourist VISA will expire and I don't want to leave my son by James Cuervo
Hello, hope everyone is doing okay! I'm faced with a horrible situation, where I forgot that I can't stay more than 36 months on a tourist visa. I'm 24 and not married (can't get married because processing other papers, getting ...
Hello, hope everyone is doing okay! I'm faced with a horrible situation, where I forgot that I can't stay more than 36 months on a tourist visa. I'm 24 and not married (can't get married because processing other papers, getting ... Read More
Immigration office at SM Aura Premier in Taguig City by onefogarty
Greetings! Has anyone here extended their tourist visa at the BI office in SM Aura Taguig CIty? Just curious to know what your experience was like in terms of wait times etc? I'll be heading there next week most likely so just wanted to get the ...
Greetings! Has anyone here extended their tourist visa at the BI office in SM Aura Taguig CIty? Just curious to know what your experience was like in terms of wait times etc? I'll be heading there next week most likely so just wanted to get the ... Read More
How is the drinking water in the Philippines? by Jackson4
Do you trust tap water where you live? Well water? Delivered 5 gallon filtered or purified water? Any GI issues from drinking the water? Back in the 90's, we would drink beer instead of water when we go the China or S. Korea. Bottled water in ...
I boil my tap water for drinking. I stay in a condominium in Manila. Read More
For sharing: Aura immigration office
19/04/2021. It's open. 8am to 5pm. Can do tourist Visa extension. Read More
AURA IMMIGRATION OFFICE in Manila by Richard Yan
Anyone visit there recently? Any update of extending tourist Visa? Thanks.
Any idea if they are reopening today with the new MECQ?thank you sir. My tourist Visa expires soon, too. Read More
AURA IMMIGRATION OFFICE in Manila
Anyone visit there recently? Any update of extending tourist Visa? Thanks. Read More
Tips on making life easier in the Philippines by Bukidnonkane
I am wanting to start a thread to see what has worked for other expats here in the phils to make life easier. My tips are based on personal experience and what i truly believe will work. Learn the language. Where i live everyone speaks bisaya ...
I think it is really important to be Respectful of the people. There are cultural differences but if you smile and treat people with genuine respect, it breaks down barriers and leads to understanding. Also understand that traditional Filipino ... Read More
Immigration Status After Marriage. by FindlayMacD
Hi All, I will be getting married to my long term partner very soon and I will then apply for a 13a visa. I'd be interested in other members experiences of the 13a visa process and also, does anyone know what is the immigration status of someone ...
Hi All, I will be getting married to my long term partner very soon and I will then apply for a 13a visa. I'd be interested in other members experiences of the 13a visa process and also, does anyone know what is the immigration status of someone ... Read More
Debating Buy a Condo or Rent in Pasay by Gracembrly
Hi this time I want to make sure I have the best advice and decision since we’re retiring in 4 years time. I wonder if someone have the same plans that I can relate to or someone who got all the numbers-and examples etc. Debating if ...
Also take into account monthly homeowners association (HOA) dues. You'll need to pay this regularly whether or not you live in your unit. And you should consider hiring someone you trust who can clean your unit regularly, especially to check ... Read More