

Bazzank
English looking for information about Philippines
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About me
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Lives in Alaminos, Ilocos
Speaks English
Registration: 21 September 2017
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What are you missing in the Philippines? by Diksha
Hi everyone, Living in the Philippines, on the long or short run, it is completely normal to feel homesick sometimes. We would like to know what you are missing the most about your home country in the Philippines. Do you miss any aspects of ...

I miss being able to get everything I need, when I need it. I miss being able to eat good food from any cuisine I desire, at any time of the day or night. Here in Alaminos City, everything closes at 8pm., the supermarkets do not have any selection ... Read More


SRRV or Tourist Visa... that is the question! by tpiro
This is probably an old question but I couldn't find much on it. SRRV or Tourist Visa... that is the question. Wondering how many out there in Philippine land is still on a tourist visa and how long have you been there?.. From what I have ...

The only benefit for having the SRRV is that you can stay as long as you like without having to worry about visas etc. You can use your deposited funds to invest in a condo. Apart from the above, they are most unhelpful, and do not offer anything ... Read More


Current °µÍø½ûÇø Situation because of lockdown in Philippines? by NomadBob123
Hello All, hope your doing well and staying safe. Have tried to find some current updates on travel to the Philippines but nothing with any detail. Is it still on lockdown, any changes to the lockdown in discussion, anything current would be ...

The lockdown is easing slightly, although each area has its own rules. Travel visas are still not being issued, and it appears that this will continue for the foreseeable future. Read More


About visa services by GuestPoster532
Hi I am from India . I want to stay in phillipines for long period. Can you suggest which type of visa is better Thanks

Yes Steve, you’re quite correct, if you apply for the 13a visa from your country it is permanent immediately, but if you apply within the Philippines there is a 12 month probationary period. The only downside to the 13a visa is that if your ... Read More


UK Tourist Visa for my Flipina Girlfriend. by bwfc122
Hi There, I am hoping that some of you could help me with her visa application, bottom line, is this possible without her having a bank account? Will my sponsorship be enough? I want my girlfriend Kath to come to the UK to visit me and meet my ...

Hi Jack, If you complete the visa application forms online, you will find a section that gives you the option to provide financial details for the trip, you can then give info that you will be providing all finance for the visit. Read More


SRRV visa deposit by Jmnemer1
Hello everyone, I am in the process of moving to Philippines. I am applying for SRRV visa. I am 62 retired (disabled)..my question is do I bring a certified check with me for $ 10,000 ? I would like to have Visa approved while I'm here. I ...

It was last year, i had my flight booked back to the UK and the PRA had my passport, so I needed it back as I obviously could not travel without it, i was told that my SRRV would not be ready until after my flight date, and if I wanted my passport ... Read More


SRRV visa deposit by Jmnemer1
Hello everyone, I am in the process of moving to Philippines. I am applying for SRRV visa. I am 62 retired (disabled)..my question is do I bring a certified check with me for $ 10,000 ? I would like to have Visa approved while I'm here. I ...

They might be paid by the PRA, but beware, I was forced to pay them 15,000 peso before I got my visa. Read More


SRRV visa deposit by Jmnemer1
Hello everyone, I am in the process of moving to Philippines. I am applying for SRRV visa. I am 62 retired (disabled)..my question is do I bring a certified check with me for $ 10,000 ? I would like to have Visa approved while I'm here. I ...

Hope this helps; Having been through this, and waited for hours at the Philippine Embassy, only to be told that I need docs authenticated etc., Once you have the police clearance certificate and pension info, get it authentated (Apostille) ... Read More