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Silvercobra

Silvercobra

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Australian °µÍø½ûÇø in the Philippines

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Registration: 08 March 2018

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Silvercobra replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Best season to move to the Philippines by Priscilla

Hello, Many °µÍø½ûÇøs choose to move to the Philippines at a specific time of the year, and we invite you to share some tips about the best seasons to move to the country. What is the best season/time of the year to move to the Philippines, and ...

Silvercobra

The first time I came to the Philippines was to attend a good friends wedding so time of year had nothing to do with my visit. It was during that visit I was lucky enough to meet my future wife. That was 13th of June 2006 exactly 12 years ago ... Read More

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7 years ago
mikaelarhelger

Chemicals to attract mosquitoes by mikaelarhelger

Where can i find dealers for chemicals in or around Manila?

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A failsafe way to attract mozzies is to strip off and drink beer outside at dusk Read More

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7 years ago
Priscilla

How to deal with stress when moving to the Philippines by Priscilla

Moving abroad is no easy feat. Everyone has their own ways of dealing with stress, so we invite you to share some insights regarding this topic. What are the main factors that contribute to stress when moving to the Philippines (cultural ...

Silvercobra

The funeral is done. I’m surprised I’m not more messed up but I think I’ll take a bottle or 3 to the man cave. Thanks to those who gave support. Over and out for a while. Read More

Silvercobra replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

How to deal with stress when moving to the Philippines by Priscilla

Moving abroad is no easy feat. Everyone has their own ways of dealing with stress, so we invite you to share some insights regarding this topic. What are the main factors that contribute to stress when moving to the Philippines (cultural ...

Silvercobra

Thanks Gordy and Pnwcyclist. The funeral is tomorrow. That will be a testing time. The Philippine way of a vigil for 9days is a good way of dealing with the loss. Family and friends around to help each other to relax and remember the good things. Read More

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7 years ago
Priscilla

How to deal with stress when moving to the Philippines by Priscilla

Moving abroad is no easy feat. Everyone has their own ways of dealing with stress, so we invite you to share some insights regarding this topic. What are the main factors that contribute to stress when moving to the Philippines (cultural ...

Silvercobra

Dealing with stress. Last night my wife’s uncle, a man who called me his brother, died in front of me from his terminal illness. I have seen dead people before but this is the first time anything like this has happened to me and I’m ... Read More

Silvercobra replied to a thread
7 years ago
kilgore99

65+ Retirees - how are you planning for those last days by kilgore99

For those senior (65+) retirees. Do you plan to spend those last few years/Months of your ailing health/life in the Philippines or return back to your home country in those twilight years. I understand the benefits of life in the Philippines, when ...

Silvercobra

Life expectancy in the provinces is determined by money. Most families have very little emergency cash or items that are disposable in an emergency. For example. Selling the cow or buffalo or fishing boat is not going to finance bypass surgery. ... Read More

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7 years ago
Priscilla

Parenting in the Philippines by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Being a parent can be challenging, and even more so when moving abroad, but it can also be an enriching experience. Tell us more below about your role as a parent in the Philippines. How are you experiencing your parental role ...

Silvercobra

It’s so very hard to back off and watch someone making the same mistakes I made and not give guidance. I sometimes wish someone with experience had taken me aside and shown me the error of my ways while there was still time. With some ... Read More

Silvercobra replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Parenting in the Philippines by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Being a parent can be challenging, and even more so when moving abroad, but it can also be an enriching experience. Tell us more below about your role as a parent in the Philippines. How are you experiencing your parental role ...

Silvercobra

The topic is parenting in the Philippines. My post details how I provide for my children. Is that not parenting? What we have was purchased during the last 10 years of my working career and I’m proud of the results. My wife and children are ... Read More

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7 years ago
Richard Yan

Bureau of immigration near Boni avenue MRT by Richard Yan

May I know the nearest BI near boni mrt. Thank you.

Silvercobra

Hi Richard, Thank you for your reply. My post was primarily FYO for those of us based in the Visayas Read More

Silvercobra replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Parenting in the Philippines by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Being a parent can be challenging, and even more so when moving abroad, but it can also be an enriching experience. Tell us more below about your role as a parent in the Philippines. How are you experiencing your parental role ...

Silvercobra

Mr Balut, Are you serious or just fishing for a bite? I live here in the Philippines because I choose to and can enjoy the freedoms of this land. It was me and my wife who decided that a mixture of the two cultures is what is best for our children. ... Read More

Silvercobra replied to a thread
7 years ago
Richard Yan

Bureau of immigration near Boni avenue MRT by Richard Yan

May I know the nearest BI near boni mrt. Thank you.

Silvercobra

If you are in Cebu the BI is located in the J C MALL If attending before 10.00am enter through car park lift. Read More

Silvercobra replied to a thread
7 years ago
Jazz14mg

Lost Visa! by Jazz14mg

I'm so careless about losing my Visa which actually expired what can I do to put things back to normal?

Silvercobra

Google “ penalty for overstaying visa in Philippines “ Fines are 2016 From 1 day up to 1 month 4310p Up to 3 month overstay 13,000p Up to 6 month overstay 18,000p If you have a woman here get her to hold your hand and let her do the ... Read More

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7 years ago
Jazz14mg

Lost Visa! by Jazz14mg

I'm so careless about losing my Visa which actually expired what can I do to put things back to normal?

Silvercobra

Bureau of immigration Read More

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7 years ago
buko123

Passport held by employer by buko123

Hi all, my employer keeps all foreign workers passport for 'safe-keeping'. just want to ask if this is legal ? is there a law stating that employers are not allowed to keep employees passport? Thank you. Regards

Silvercobra

Giving your passport to anyone is definitely not a smart move. Go get it back ASAP. While the employer has it he has you by the balls and can dictate whatever he wants to you or even sell it on the black market. If he won’t return it, go to ... Read More

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7 years ago
Kevin 380

Retirement Manila (BGC) by Kevin 380

Kevin and Zenaida from Reading UK. Have Purchased a two bed Condo Uptown Residence Bonifacio Global City. Move there for our retirement this July 2018. Once there will apply for my 13a Non immigrant visa wife being Filipina married 32 years. at ...

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My advice is to collect any documentation you think may be even vaguely relevant to your cause. Better to have too much than too little. Long round trip to get a piece of paper. Read More