284longshot
American looking for information about Philippines
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Registration: 30 July 2024
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Can I book return ticket for over 30 days? by tdtom30
I know that the tourist visa limit is 30 days, and that I intend to get visa extensions to allow me to stay 3 months. It is however $700 cheaper to buy a ticket with the specific arrival dates and departure dates I intend (for 3 months stay) , as ...
my trip May-July this year, I used the Chicago embassy to get approved for 59 days. that was enough for my 45 day journey. It didn't seem too difficult and it was really quick, but yes, I turned over more paperwork than I really wanted to.Next ... Read More
Unflavored Tortilla Chips??? by 284longshot
During my recent trip I craved tortilla chips. I wanted to make some salsa to go with, or some taco meat (I brought a couple packs of seasoning :-) The problem is that the only tortilla chips I found (and potato chips for that matter) were flavored. ...
Thank you Steve. I should have mentioned that I looked at those sites. My concern with those is that I get crumbles instead of chips. I guess though there's one way to learn instead of worrying. Read More
Unflavored Tortilla Chips???
During my recent trip I craved tortilla chips. I wanted to make some salsa to go with, or some taco meat (I brought a couple packs of seasoning :-) The problem is that the only tortilla chips I found (and potato chips for that matter) were flavored. ... Read More
Using SRRV deposit for leasing house and lot (and bonus question) by 284longshot
Hi, I have a question about using the SRRV deposit. As a hopeful Philippine retiree, the new visa rules/laws seem to be forcing me into SRRV because I don't plan marriage although I hope to settle down.From what I have read, the deposit (in my ...
Thanks for sharing your valuable experience. It certainly gives me some guidanceCheers,284longshot Read More
Using SRRV deposit for leasing house and lot (and bonus question) by 284longshot
Hi, I have a question about using the SRRV deposit. As a hopeful Philippine retiree, the new visa rules/laws seem to be forcing me into SRRV because I don't plan marriage although I hope to settle down.From what I have read, the deposit (in my ...
Thanks for the welcome @bigpearl. I have noticed not as many choose SRRV as stay tourist visa. But, I'm wondering how that will go long-term now that they seem to be clamping down. And unless I'm misinterpreting newest info, that clamp now goes ... Read More
Using SRRV deposit for leasing house and lot (and bonus question)
Hi, I have a question about using the SRRV deposit. As a hopeful Philippine retiree, the new visa rules/laws seem to be forcing me into SRRV because I don't plan marriage although I hope to settle down.From what I have read, the deposit (in my ... Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your 暗网禁区 story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Wow Robert, what an adventure, lol.聽 Never a dull moment.. It sounds like you packed a lot into those 45 days. Just be careful out there, man. And welcome to the forum. -@pnwcyclistYes, we packed a lot in. but also had some ... Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your 暗网禁区 story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hi all. Nice to meet you....I'm Robert from USA. I just got back from a 45 day trip to visit my girlfriend on Leyte. The trip seemed so short. I had such a great time despite 135% humidity, a sinus infection for the first 2 weeks, a motorcycle ... Read More