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John Fraser-Ross

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Scottish expat in the Philippines

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Scottish

Lives in Dagupan City

Registration: 21 October 2009

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John Fraser-Ross
skiandugh replied to a thread
6 years ago
GRAILSEEKER

"Expats" in Baguio City by GRAILSEEKER

Are there any "expats" living in Baguio City? That's where I want to settle sometime in early September. I'm an American living in the San Francisco area, and I could use a few pointers about making a successful transition to ...

John Fraser-Ross

No problem, I live in San Luis, if you ever fancy a beer pop over. I still work in the Middle East, both my bosses are from NZ. I am not sure where abouts but can ask. I am at work right now and back at the beginning of August. Read More

John Fraser-Ross
skiandugh replied to a thread
6 years ago
GRAILSEEKER

"Expats" in Baguio City by GRAILSEEKER

Are there any "expats" living in Baguio City? That's where I want to settle sometime in early September. I'm an American living in the San Francisco area, and I could use a few pointers about making a successful transition to ...

John Fraser-Ross

Hello Brendan I love the climate and I feel we have the best of both worlds with a drive down to Bauang just an hour away. Plenty of restaurants to go out and have a bite to eat. No complaints from here. Lived here for 7 years now. Read More

John Fraser-Ross
skiandugh replied to a thread
9 years ago
USAMichael

13 a Marriage Visa by USAMichael

How long does it really take to get your Marriage Visa. I applied two months ago and my name still does not appear on the Bureau of Philippines Website. I thought it would only take two months but I could be wrong. I'm dealing with the ...

John Fraser-Ross

I think it is the Law. It was signed by 3 Attorneys and the Commissioner himself.Your right about paper trails. Read More

John Fraser-Ross
skiandugh replied to a thread
9 years ago
USAMichael

13 a Marriage Visa by USAMichael

How long does it really take to get your Marriage Visa. I applied two months ago and my name still does not appear on the Bureau of Philippines Website. I thought it would only take two months but I could be wrong. I'm dealing with the ...

John Fraser-Ross

Hi, My late wife passed away in March 2010. After the Funeral I contacted my local Immigration Field Office and I was told that I was fine as I was a Permanent Resident and as long as I paid the yearly report there would be no problem. 2 years ... Read More

John Fraser-Ross
skiandugh replied to a thread
9 years ago
USAMichael

13 a Marriage Visa by USAMichael

How long does it really take to get your Marriage Visa. I applied two months ago and my name still does not appear on the Bureau of Philippines Website. I thought it would only take two months but I could be wrong. I'm dealing with the ...

John Fraser-Ross

Just a reminder to Ex Pats who apply for 13A, you are only a Permanent Resident whilst your Spouse is alive. As I found out! Read More

John Fraser-Ross
skiandugh replied to a thread
9 years ago
madass150

Transferring from 13a visa to? after divorce by madass150

I'm currently living here on a 13a visa but am divorcing soon therefore my 13a will become invalid. I'm planning to operate a business here and think that my best visa would be a SRRV where I would have to make a deposit of $20,000, is it correct ...

John Fraser-Ross

My late wife died 2010 and I was told I could stay as I have a Filipino daughter, I was re-issued with a new Icard in 2012 and for some reason they put married on it.I remarried in 2014 and now Immigration are saying that I should have been ... Read More

John Fraser-Ross
skiandugh replied to a thread
9 years ago
atrabrecha2015

Deposit Funds in Philippine Banks by atrabrecha2015

Hi Everyone Just wanted to check and confirm if its ok to open and deposit funds in Philippine Banks, as I recall from previous messages I was reading that it is a good idea to open and deposit funds in Philippine Banks when travelling through this ...

John Fraser-Ross

I have lived in the PI now for 16 years and it was always the case. You had to have a ACR and be a Resident. Things may have changed for Tourist Visa holders who are here a year. Read More

John Fraser-Ross
skiandugh replied to a thread
14 years ago
babyjoycey

hi! by babyjoycey

heya! i'm new to this site but not that new in Manila, moved here in March 2010 and based in Makati now. i came across this site while doing some research and decided to join and hopefully, get to meet some of you!

John Fraser-Ross

If I was 20 years younger I would meet you too...LOL Read More