bbazor
American looking for information about Philippines
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13a visa vs. SRRV visa which is better? by jeffdavfla
I am married to a Phillipina in the USA before coming to the Philippines, I applied and recieved a 13a Permanent visa. I have live here in the Philippines (Davao City) 6 months now and found out about the SRRV visa and not sure if it is worth ...
I think it is still available. Check the PRA website. I have a friend that applied for it last year. Unfortunately for him, he applied shortly before the virus hit us so it was delayed. I think they recently continued processing for him. Read More
13a visa vs. SRRV visa which is better? by jeffdavfla
I am married to a Phillipina in the USA before coming to the Philippines, I applied and recieved a 13a Permanent visa. I have live here in the Philippines (Davao City) 6 months now and found out about the SRRV visa and not sure if it is worth ...
MikeBrandt: Yes, the $1400 is a one time application/processing fee. A couple of other advantages of the SRRV is that you never have to go to immigration and you never have to leave the country. Read More
If I bring a PC on an airplane, will I still be charged customs taxes? by Arcadieus
Trying to figure a way around paying 12% through customs. Anyone have any other ideas?
I have taken laptops many times. Nobody ever asks about it. I even brought 2 on one trip. If they said anything, I would have told them that one was for personal use and the other was for work. Read More
What has happened to this forum by Bukidnonkane
As of lately i have noticed a change in this forum. Now this is my opinion. But I thought these forums are meant to help each other out with knowledge and experiences of other expats. Now i dont read every post and every thread, and i dont post ...
There is an individual on this forum that I have seen on another forum? He ruined the other forum and was finally kicked off after being an ass for several months. I didn't read all the posts here, but a lot of people quit the other forum ... Read More
The Philippines' most expensive cities by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the most expensive cities to live in the Philippines? What are the costs of things such as rent, utilities, weekly groceries, dining out, etc.? What is the lifestyle like in these cities, for expats and locals? What are ...
I live in Baguio. It isn't too bad. The water is high depending on what part of Baguio that you live in. Rents are a little higher than some places, but I have my own condo and don't have to worry about that. Anyway, you dont need aircon ... Read More
Do you speak Filipino? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Filipino is essential for a successful integration in the Philippines. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Filipino? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a ...
Hahaha,,, I will put my education up against yours any day. I don't care if you have 5 Doctoral degrees. You are still arrogant.People like you tend to think they are better than others and love to judge people. His comments were fine. Deal ... Read More
Do you speak Filipino? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Filipino is essential for a successful integration in the Philippines. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Filipino? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a ...
His comments are not narrow minded. He merely passed on the information that a friend of his observed. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that. Your comment is judgmental. Read More
Indian Cook in Manila by manu0917
Hi All, We are here in Manila for a Software Project Implementation. We rented service apartments for accommodation. When it comes to food, we prefer only Vegetarian foods (No meat, No Fish). It is difficult to manage both work and cooking, So we ...
Hi, I see that you cook Indian food. I am curious about where you get your spices and other ingredients from. I will be in Baguio next week and like to cook some Indian dishes. Thank you very much, Ben Read More
SEEKING ADVISE RE; DEPOSIT U.S. SS CKS INTO BANK, PHILS. by blvdbum7
AS I MAKE PREPARATIONS TO MOVE TO PHILS. AM WANTING SUGGESTIONS WHAT OTHERS HAVE BEEN ABLE TO DO. I'M HOPING ONCE THERE TO OPEN BANK ACCT, THEN INFORM U.S. SS WHERE TO SEND MONTHLY DEPOSIT. SO, WILL IT FLY, OR WHAT IS FOUND BEST WAY FOR THIS. THNKS ...
I have seen on some forums that American º£½ÇÂÒÂ×s have their SS deposited to their American bank, and then write checks to a Filipino bank where they have a dollar account. It takes 30 days for the check to clear. As long as you have a large enough ... Read More
Tax Assistance/Advice by bbazor
Hello All. Can anyone recommend a local tax advisor that can assist me in filing my taxes using Turbo Tax? Do any of you have experience using Turbo Tax while living in the Philippines. I have some more specific questions, but will wait to see ...
Thanks for the response. I don't need any assistance yet. My concern is after I move there and need to file my taxes. I will probably still try to use TurboTax (TT). I looked on the TT forums and read about a lot of ex-pats having problems. So, I am ... Read More
Tax Assistance/Advice
Hello All. Can anyone recommend a local tax advisor that can assist me in filing my taxes using Turbo Tax? Do any of you have experience using Turbo Tax while living in the Philippines. I have some more specific questions, but will wait to see ... Read More