mbohlsen
Australian expat in the Philippines
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Registration: 15 May 2012
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Business for foreigners by ansmn1974
Hi, I am asking about business for foreigners in Manila. i came across sites that all agree that foreigners are not allowed to own more than 40% of any business. This is Ok for me but is it safe that my partner owns 60%? In other words, what does ...
My experience when I set up 2 companies 6 years ago was my lawyer told me it had to be 40% me, 57%, 1%, 1%, 1% partners.....So at that time it was not possible to do 40%, 30%, 30%......as I asked and lawyers and they said no. But you can check if ... Read More
Business for foreigners by ansmn1974
Hi, I am asking about business for foreigners in Manila. i came across sites that all agree that foreigners are not allowed to own more than 40% of any business. This is Ok for me but is it safe that my partner owns 60%? In other words, what does ...
Hi, You can control the partner to some degree by having a Power of Attorney, and importantly seeting up the business bank account so that you are the only signatory...... But off course there will always be some risk to this structure, so wise to ... Read More
Big Move 2017/ 2018 by supercad55
Retired American here planning to move with the wife who is from Manilla and our daughter who will be 1 in 2017 when we move. We are not set on the Philippines but it's in our top 4 with Panama, Costa Rica and Thailand. We do not want to be in ...
I just wanted to add a bit more - based on my 6 years living in Philippines as a foreigner. I saw in this thread Australia was recommended. Off course it is very beautiful and clean. But Australia is generally about 3 times more expensive than ... Read More
Big Move 2017/ 2018 by supercad55
Retired American here planning to move with the wife who is from Manilla and our daughter who will be 1 in 2017 when we move. We are not set on the Philippines but it's in our top 4 with Panama, Costa Rica and Thailand. We do not want to be in ...
Yes Cebu sounds like what you may be looking for...Ok good luck and enjoy. Just be careful of scammers here in Philippines and you will be fine. Read More
Visa question for Australian by OzFreddie
I am hoping that I can purchase a one-way ticket from Australia to Philippines and then within 30 days, if I decide to stay longer, extend my stay for 60 days. Can I enter the Philippines with a one-way ticket if I don't know my intended ...
Hi Freddie, I just buy a Phil Airlines 1 year ticket. So the second leg (return flight) will be booked with the original ticket about 6 months in advance. You could just buy a return ticket and have the return date close to 1 year after you depart ... Read More
Visa question for Australian by OzFreddie
I am hoping that I can purchase a one-way ticket from Australia to Philippines and then within 30 days, if I decide to stay longer, extend my stay for 60 days. Can I enter the Philippines with a one-way ticket if I don't know my intended ...
Freddie, Agree, you need an outward bound ticket. But you can always change the date or fly on a cheap Cebu Pacific trip somewhere after a year. I fly back to Australia every 6 months for my business, so no issue for me. Philippines make it easy for ... Read More
Big Move 2017/ 2018 by supercad55
Retired American here planning to move with the wife who is from Manilla and our daughter who will be 1 in 2017 when we move. We are not set on the Philippines but it's in our top 4 with Panama, Costa Rica and Thailand. We do not want to be in ...
Hi, I would suggest you travel for a month to each of the places on your list then decide. I traveled a lot and think Philippines is the best choice - they speak good English here and they dont hate foreigners.....they look up to Americans. Perhaps ... Read More
Internet in the Philippines by sirrobcentral
I've noticed in several threads people are inquiring about internet speed and providers. I'm no expert on the matter, but I use the internet daily. I don't have any complaints about it. It seems as though there are experts out there. ...
My speed in Malate Manila using PLDT My home P1,299 pm , 500 one off installation fee. Download 1.96 MBps, Upload 0.68 MBps Read More
º£½ÇÂÒÂ× living in Boracay - About Internet, rental and visa run by Martin Iball
Hello I am currently living in South Korea but considering moving to The Phillipines for 6 months or so. Can anyone advise on how the internet connection is in Boracay as I need to have a good connection for my work? Also rent of apartments etc ...
You can apply for a 6 months tourist visa here in Phils at the immigration office. The ACR card applies after you have stayed 59 days.....Many stay 30 days then get 1 month renewal, after that they allow 2 month renewal....or get a longer tourist ... Read More
Internet in the Philippines by sirrobcentral
I've noticed in several threads people are inquiring about internet speed and providers. I'm no expert on the matter, but I use the internet daily. I don't have any complaints about it. It seems as though there are experts out there. ...
Is that a wireless modem or a PLDT cable? Read More
Relocating to Manila this july 2014, need advice for rental .... by Madhumita
Dear all, I will be shifting to Manila soon with my family by July end 2014, looking for 2BHK flat on rent...semi furnished, location preference would be Eastwood, Quezon city since my husband's office is at Eastwood city, need to know approx ...
Try Sulit.ph Read More
Relocating to Manila this july 2014, need advice for rental .... by Madhumita
Dear all, I will be shifting to Manila soon with my family by July end 2014, looking for 2BHK flat on rent...semi furnished, location preference would be Eastwood, Quezon city since my husband's office is at Eastwood city, need to know approx ...
Hi , Not really but near.. Victoria Towers is on the corner of Timog Ave and Panay St near Quezon ave Delta.... see link https://www.google.com.au/#q=Victoria+Towers+Quezon+City+location+map Txt me if you are interested to view some condos ... Read More
Relocating to Manila this july 2014, need advice for rental .... by Madhumita
Dear all, I will be shifting to Manila soon with my family by July end 2014, looking for 2BHK flat on rent...semi furnished, location preference would be Eastwood, Quezon city since my husband's office is at Eastwood city, need to know approx ...
Try sulit.com.ph If you want rent to own I can help you.... places such as Victoria Towers QC Cheers Matt Read More
Whats it like for an American living in the Philippines? I am single by Michael Donth
I am coming to the Philippines in March for the first time. I would like to stay in either Davao, Cebu City or Dumaguete. I am single and retired. My dream is to live there forever. How long can I stay before I have to leave the country and if I was ...
Hi Mike, I have been living in Manila Philippines now for 4 years and have traveled all over including Palawan, Davao (Mindanao) , Cebu, Boracay etc.... For me I like living in Malate Manila because the provinces get boring for me and the city life ... Read More
New in Manila from South Africa looking for friends by VictorNkomo
My Name is Victor , arrived in Manila from South Africa, looking for new friends.
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