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@tpiro

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American looking for information about Philippines

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Lives in Cebu City, Central Visayas

Speaks English

Registration: 21 July 2021

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last year
brugmuller

Social security number and benefits for child by brugmuller

Hi, we received our babies CRBA and USA passport after applying at the Cebu consulate.We didn't receive a social security number yet.I want to apply for our childs social security benefits under my social security benefits I receive here in the ...

tpiro

@brugmuller question if I may Sir. I see that you are a US citizen ... Was your child born in the Philippines? Read More

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last year
Chris6301

Using your existing phone number by Chris6301

When I arrived in Davao, I bought a "Smart" eSim and a plan. I told them I needed to retain my existing AT&T phone number to support international calling and texts to the US. I can see my old US number is listed as "Primary" on my phone. ...

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Chris.. I hope this will help ya. I am using the MagicJack App and ported my original US ATT telephone number over to the MJ via my Wifi VoIP. I use it constantly here in the Philippines.. calls and texts. It runs about $35 per year.. no ... Read More

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last year
PalawOne

Philippine Banks by PalawOne

`Forbes, Best Philippine Banks ..This Forbes list published today, "evaluated bank categories such as digital services, customer services, and financial advice."Reference : Rappler APR 24th, 2023 By LANCE SPENCER ...

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Just get a Google Voice number from the state you were residing in per US ... pull it up on your laptop or phone from Phils.... now your problem is solved Read More

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Enzyte Bob

Plastic Money by Enzyte Bob

The Philippines is now issuing plastic P1000 bills. I have one and a portion of it has a see through area.The Philippines is responsible for 1/3 of the plastic in the oceans. That should be recycled into P1000 bills, then the Philippines would be ...

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@Enzyte Bob Spence... poor Jerry Springer.. huh Read More

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last year
FilAmericanMom

Filipinas who develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner by FilAmericanMom

I'm really annoyed at how some Filipinas develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner. They become aloof, arrogant, whiny, complaining "female dogs," which they weren't before they got married. My parents had such a tenant who complained on ...

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@cristine090585 I didn't agree with anything.. sorry! Read More

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2 years ago
robwilks

Philippine entry by robwilks

I’m going to the Philippines again this year. Can you get a one-way ticket and decide to buy an electric ticket when you want to leave?

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@laymanm65 do you mean SRRV ? Read More

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2 years ago
Adam478

Online shopping - USA credit card sending items to Philippines? by Adam478

I've been trying to send Christmas gifts to the Philippines and I'm running into nothing but roadblocks. I'm an American, currently in USA, using American issued credit cards. I've tried a number of online retailers but none will accept my ...

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@Adam478 Yes... like moondog or skip is one of the best ways to go for shipping however; recipients must have a Philippines address... what works for me is amazon or even eBay.. and a paypal account as to protect yourself to receive refunds if at ... Read More

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2 years ago
PalawOne

VP Kamala Harris visits the Philippines by PalawOne

UPDATES: VP Kamala Harris visits the Philippineshttps://www.rappler.com/nation/united-states-vp-kamala-harris-visits-philippines-november-2022/DEVELOPING / UPDATED 31 MINS AGOUnited States Vice President Kamala Harris is visiting the Philippines for ...

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@bigpearl oh... ok... no problem...simply said- sa Read More

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2 years ago
PalawOne

VP Kamala Harris visits the Philippines by PalawOne

UPDATES: VP Kamala Harris visits the Philippineshttps://www.rappler.com/nation/united-states-vp-kamala-harris-visits-philippines-november-2022/DEVELOPING / UPDATED 31 MINS AGOUnited States Vice President Kamala Harris is visiting the Philippines for ...

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@bigpearl You ask me Steve.... she's as "useless as tits on a boar hog!" Read More

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2 years ago
Mickael

Your best culinary memory in the Philippines by Mickael

Hello everyone, As you know, every country has its own flavours and tasting the local cuisine is a great way to discover the culture of a destination. Whether it's a small typical restaurant to taste local dishes, a traditional meal in a local's ...

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@Larry Fisher OMG Larry... where was that Bacon being sold at PH Trump Tower?.. hehe We don't pay that price for a LB... Tony Read More

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2 years ago
CharlesHarman

Looking for Musicians to form a Blues Band in Cebu Philippines. by CharlesHarman

I am looking for a professional Drummer that can keep up with the old blues tunes as listed below. Also looking for Horns and rhythm guitarists. Once the band forms we will play the big hotels and private parties. Your leader is a Blues Guitarist ...

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@CharlesHarman Damn Dude... too bad I didn't move here to Cebu earlier.. I would have caught this gig for sure. Tony (drums) Read More

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2 years ago
Lat61

As an Expat what would you change about your home country. by Lat61

What do you admire about the Philippines and wish you could "export" back to you home country. With your observation, please list home country.

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@Gerd Domonar Ditto that dude what you said ... same with the US and that's why I'm retired here in the Philippines... love it! Read More

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2 years ago
dimplesz14

SAFEST way to transfer money from US to PI account? by dimplesz14

Hi everyone! Hope all is well with yah all! quick question, what would be the SAFEST, easiest and cheapest way to send money from U.S. to Philippine account? Also, should we have multiple bank accounts back home to be safe? We need to plan this so ...

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@PalawOne yes... meant Remitly.. thank you... guess I was all thumbs on the keyboard.. LOL Read More

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2 years ago
dimplesz14

SAFEST way to transfer money from US to PI account? by dimplesz14

Hi everyone! Hope all is well with yah all! quick question, what would be the SAFEST, easiest and cheapest way to send money from U.S. to Philippine account? Also, should we have multiple bank accounts back home to be safe? We need to plan this so ...

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@duonguhm Hummm, I may have to check XE out... the only issue is the time it takes to deliver.. Remity over to PNB takes about 2 or 3 days... that is not too bad but 5-8 is a bit too long.. Read More

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2 years ago
dimplesz14

SAFEST way to transfer money from US to PI account? by dimplesz14

Hi everyone! Hope all is well with yah all! quick question, what would be the SAFEST, easiest and cheapest way to send money from U.S. to Philippine account? Also, should we have multiple bank accounts back home to be safe? We need to plan this so ...

tpiro

Safest way is to (1) have a Charles Schwab account in the States to receive your deposits.. they will also issue you a Visa card and refund any International fees you incur monthly .. (2) open a Philippines Savings account.. (I recommend ... Read More