mikenmanila
American expat in the Philippines
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Registration: 08 July 2023
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I'm looking to buy a business in the Philippines. Any advice? by JustCallMeJoe
I haven't visited the Philippines ever. But I'm going to fix that. I'll make one or two exploratory trips and do some investigation before applying for an SRRV. Once all that's done, I want to buy a business. I have 40+ years of business experience ...
If you are interested in business as biofuel pellets producer, I can help you. Bio-char and biofuel pellets have a large market in other countries. I will be starting just such a business where I live very soon. If you are interested to be a part ... Read More
What kind of bike would work for me ? by stuleer
Hi, I am an American living in Hong Kong for 26 years. i am married to a filipino. We have a house in Cauayan but live in HK. After coming to the Philippines many times I am thinking about getting a motorcycle. I have a big bike in the USA and ...
@stuleer definitely, I live on Masbate Island, no traffic, long open country roads, I drive a 200cc Keeway Superlight now, but next month will buy the Kawasaki Vulcan S 650. Read More
Driving in The Philippines by Dude55
Does anyone know how to extend the 3 month limit driving on a foreign license in the Philippines? I looked into getting a Philippine driver's licence but I have to be here 6 months before I can apply.Thanks in advance for any replies.
@Dude55 no need to wait, you can go anytime and get it done Read More
Google and online search engines
How come people go to expat sites to ask the questions that can easily be answered by online search engines like yahoo or Google?Every topic I have seen posted here has an answer on Google.If you need answers to an immigration question, simply email ... Read More
Foreign driver license conversion by Filamretire
So I'm in Philippines now and have 90 days to use my US driver license. I want to convert it but need ACR-I card. I am on balikbayan one year visa. Went to immigration and they wont give me an ACR -I card since I have one year on visa. I said I will ...
Have you gone to LTO with your spouse and applied for a Philippines Drivers license? I never had to show ACR-I card, ever in past 11 years of getting or renewing my license.If you need a contact at LTO in Las Pinas, I can help you.I just renewed my ... Read More
Outbound ticket/ throwaway ticket by Bernswaggle
Hi to all the Xpats out there, can someone advise me the best way to get an outbound ticket out of the Phillipines as im in Aus at present and may need to show a ticket at Phil customs? not that ive ever been asked for proof yet? but always the 1st ...
@Stranded Shipscook Correct, Singapore always asks for the onward ticket. Read More
Importing a new car from China by stillbiker
Hello to ALL. I intend to buy a new electric car from China. Does anyone have an idea on how to proceed? I need a forwarding company to do all the papers work. Can you recommend one? Best regards. Rudy.
Many of these rules apply to importing vehicles, not just OFW. Read the articlehttps://thepinoyofw.com/import-car-philippines/ Read More
13a Permanent visa to citizenship by Greyrock74
I’m thinking of getting married to a Filipino woman. I work out in the UAE teaching and only spend time in the Philippines three times each year visiting her. I know the first step is to sort out documents and get married. I think then I can ...
@philipperv google it Read More
I'm looking to buy a business in the Philippines. Any advice? by JustCallMeJoe
I haven't visited the Philippines ever. But I'm going to fix that. I'll make one or two exploratory trips and do some investigation before applying for an SRRV. Once all that's done, I want to buy a business. I have 40+ years of business experience ...
@JustCallMeJoe My business is sustainable and just perfect for me, good luck in finding any business here that fits your needs with your budget. I wish you the best! Read More
Filipino Drivers by arty5987
Why are Filipinos such bad drivers?Is it just ignorance of the rules, or is it something deeper?VÂ VERNON B. SARNEOCTOBER 21, 2017Â 77,512 VIEWSA A AWhy can't we respect something as simple and universal as the yellow box? ILLUSTRATION BY ...
I do not think this forum was meant to degrade or ridicule a race of people, if you as a Guest in the Philippines have a problem with the people who own this country, then get out! If you don't like a behavior of theirs, grin and bear it! You ... Read More
13a Permanent visa to citizenship by Greyrock74
I’m thinking of getting married to a Filipino woman. I work out in the UAE teaching and only spend time in the Philippines three times each year visiting her. I know the first step is to sort out documents and get married. I think then I can ...
Here is the proper method for citizenship in the Philippines! https://lawyerphilippines.org/philippine-judicial-administrative-naturalization-everything-need-know/ Read More
13a Permanent visa to citizenship by Greyrock74
I’m thinking of getting married to a Filipino woman. I work out in the UAE teaching and only spend time in the Philippines three times each year visiting her. I know the first step is to sort out documents and get married. I think then I can ...
@mugteck your post is partially correct. If he comes from a country that has reciprocating naturalization laws, allowing citizenship such as the USA, he can become a citizenship without renouncing his citizenship! Read More
I'm looking to buy a business in the Philippines. Any advice? by JustCallMeJoe
I haven't visited the Philippines ever. But I'm going to fix that. I'll make one or two exploratory trips and do some investigation before applying for an SRRV. Once all that's done, I want to buy a business. I have 40+ years of business experience ...
@Bhavna I clicked on his name,but send a message is not an option Read More
I'm looking to buy a business in the Philippines. Any advice? by JustCallMeJoe
I haven't visited the Philippines ever. But I'm going to fix that. I'll make one or two exploratory trips and do some investigation before applying for an SRRV. Once all that's done, I want to buy a business. I have 40+ years of business experience ...
@JustCallMeJoe let's set up a conference call with my business partner on biofuel pellets production and see if you are interested after we discuss numbers with you. We are both on LinkedIn, Alister Short and Michael White, search for Essential ... Read More
I'm looking to buy a business in the Philippines. Any advice? by JustCallMeJoe
I haven't visited the Philippines ever. But I'm going to fix that. I'll make one or two exploratory trips and do some investigation before applying for an SRRV. Once all that's done, I want to buy a business. I have 40+ years of business experience ...
@JustCallMeJoe you may reach me at ***You may be interested in a new Enterprise I am starting here to produce biofuel pellets from coco coir. I am looking for a good business partner with money to get this project started. I have enough ... Read More