Stevehigh
American expat in Papua New Guinea
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Lives in Port Moresby
Registration: 10 August 2014
Moving to Port Morsbey to be with my partner by Kir_sty
Hi I am an Aussie lady Moving to Port Morsbey to be with my partner. Is it safe, is it something I should be considering, can I leave the compound I would be living in, can I explore PNG by myself, what is the lifestyle there?, any help or hint ...
Hi Kirsty, Port Moresby it's not very safe. However that said, with proper care there are many things you can do here. You must always be aware and don't take safety for granted. It it's not a good idea to go out alone at first. ... Read More
Safest places in or near Port Moresby Papua New Guinea by Mcqmichelle
Hi, I鈥檓 a single female going to Port Moresby Papua New Guinea for two weeks in August. I can鈥檛 really avoid it and I was wondering if you knew the safest places to be and stay there or near there that was seriously low ...
Hi Michelle, You don't have to worry too much. While POM is not the safest place, there are several places you can go without having to worry. The vision city mall is a nice place with restuarants shopping and a movie theater. You can ... Read More
How is Wabag, Enga Province to Live and Work. Any exapts in Enga? by enviamit
Hi I will be shortly moving to Port Moresby and will shuttle between Enga and Port Moresby. Majority of my work and stay will be in Enga and sometimes in PM. I want to know following information Wabag city? How is the culture? How is ...
Hi, Welcome to PNG. I too live in POM, but an working in Enga for a few months. I am in Kumbas abut 20 KM from Wabag. Ask your local friends or co-workers when you get here, they will be glad to show you around and answer questions. I am afraid ... Read More
moving to png
Hi Neel, My wife and I live in Port Moresby and have been here twice for about 2 years total. We love it here. PNG has its issues for sure. However, if you pay attention to your friends and locals, go only in safe places (there are a number of ... Read More
Safety in Port Moresby by homckelvin
Hi Everyone, I'm considering to accept an offer and work in Port Moresby. I want to seek advice how safe it will be working, living there. Thank you for your opinions!
Greetings, Port Moresby can be a little unpredictable. However in 3 years we have not had any major incidents. I did have my car broken into twice and my wife lost a purse with phone, kindle reader and all her cards. It was a bit of a hassle to ... Read More
Internet Provider - who is the best
I recommend Telikom 4g cellular. It is the best (not perfect, but better) and it is the cheapest of digicel and mobile. Depending on how much internet you need they have various plans. K125 for 7 GB for 30 days, k250 for 15 GB for 45 days. You ... Read More
Paying bills in Papua New Guinea by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What bills do you pay? If you are renting, are bills included in the price of rent, and is this common practice in Papua New Guinea? How can you pay your bills (e.g. online, at provider's store, at the post office)? Which is ...
If not provided by your company, basic bills are: water, electric, cellular, internet, propane for cooking, tv, and vehicle fuel. Water is post paid and everything else is generally prrepaid. You pay for electric in advance at almost any major ... Read More
Paying bills in Papua New Guinea by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What bills do you pay? If you are renting, are bills included in the price of rent, and is this common practice in Papua New Guinea? How can you pay your bills (e.g. online, at provider's store, at the post office)? Which is ...
Hi Pricilla, Most bills in png are prepaid, unless they are paid by your company as part of your compensation package. Bills include prepaid cell phone: there are three providers and "top up" or recharging your account can be done with a ... Read More
PNG Driving licence
Hello, pretty simple actually, although you shoul expect to spend a couple of hours in line. You will Need you current licence, passport and visa showing your ability to be in the county for a year, or have a letter on your companies letterhead ... Read More
New members of the Papua New Guinea forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Papua New Guinea forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us ...
Living light Foursquare church at Kaugere has a number of programs we could use volunteers for, including a school, medical clinic, we feed up to 400 children and youth twice a week, there is a widows and single mothers ministry and more. Please ... Read More
Dependent visa to Working visa in PNG
You can not work in PNG with a dependent visa. However you can apply for a work visa if you have someone to sponsor you. So if you locate a good job, perhaps the company can sponsor your visa. Read More
Moving to PNG by Rusty36
Hi all, I'm being offered a job in Port Moresby which I'm very excited about. It's a great job and I'm ready for the adventure/challenge of living in PNG/POM, or so I reckon. I have a wife and 2 boys aged 3 and 1 and my wife is ...
Hi Rusty, my wife and I are Americans living I pom. We were here for 18 months then home and we just got back last week. Pom is okay.We like it here. Shopping is good..but prices are kind of high compared to other s.p nations. Safety is always a ... Read More
Expand your social circle in Papua New Guinea
Anyone in POM want to make new friends? My wife and I are Americans who have lived in POM for 18 months, we've been back in the USA for a while and will return to POM earthy May 2017. Read More
Mistakes expats make in Papua New Guinea
One of the biggest mistakes I see people make (in my opinion) is staying seperate from the local culture. I know that sometimes companies don't want employees to get too ingrained for a variety of reasons, but if you are going to live in a ... Read More
New members of Papua New Guinea forum, introduce yourself here 聳 4th quarter of 2015 by Julien
Newbie on Papua New Guinea forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hello, My wife and I have been in PNG about 1.5 years living in Port Moresby. We are missionaries and I am currently working with w Christian NGO here. Please private message me and I can tell you whatever try to answer whatever questions you ... Read More
Life in Port Moresby by stevenmok8
Hi all, I am Steven and an Hong Kong expat currently living in Singapore. I am currently assessing on relocating to Papua New Guinea (PNG). The job does comes with a good career prospect and exposure. The perks (accommodation and transportation) ...
Hello Steven, I would be glad to answer some questions for you. My wife and I have been in PM for 15 months an really love it here (Minus the heat this past week). With expenses paid all you have is food, personal items and entertainment. Here ... Read More
Is it safe to relocate and get the job in Papua New Guinea?
There is always some risk involved in POM. However there are many safe paces also, such as the Vision City Mall, expat grocery stores and others. Transportation is an issue. It is advised to get a referral to a couple of reliable and safe taxi ... Read More
png in october by leilamanalo
Hi all! Will be in PNG in October.I've been reading a lot abt PNG and crime rates are very high.is it safe? Hope I can meet some of you when I get there.thanks! You can also add me on Facebook ***
Hello, I can not answer some of your questions but I know having some info is better than not having any info. To legally work and get paid, your husband must also have a work permit. Typically the expat spouses come in on a dependent visa which ... Read More
What do you like the most in Papua New Guinea?
I would agree that the people are the main thing that makes PNG attractive. We love the huge variety of colorful cultures that co-exist. I really like the cultural shows and craft markets. We have found the people to be friendly and brighten up ... Read More
New members of the Papua New Guinea forum, introduce yourself here 聳 3rd quarter of 2015 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Papua New Guinea forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us ...
Hi Rose, welcome to PNG, I work for City Mission, a Christian NGO here. My wife and I would be glad to visit with you and show you around some and connect you with some locals and Expats if you wish. Send me a private message if you are ... Read More
Life in Port Moresby
Hi, my wife have been here over a year and really like it. There are issues, but POM is changing and the "news" has yet to catch up with those changes, The info on the net was accurate a couple of years ago, but things are changing. ... Read More
Volunteering in Papua New Guinea by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Papua New Guinea? How to join a charitable institution, what are the steps? Which ...
City Mission is 22 year-old Christian NGO with locations in Port Moresby and Lae. City Mission operates New Life Skills Training Centres in Port Moresby on a 45 acre farm and in Lae on a fruit plantation. NLSTC takes young men off the street and ... Read More
png in october by leilamanalo
Hi all! Will be in PNG in October.I've been reading a lot abt PNG and crime rates are very high.is it safe? Hope I can meet some of you when I get there.thanks! You can also add me on Facebook ***
Hi, Yes Port Moresby does have high crime rates. However there are many safe places to go if you pay attention to your surroundings. The biggest problem is safe transportation for single women, If you can secure good transportation then you can ... Read More
AA meetings or AA alumni in Port Moresby? by AnotherBobert
If a kind soul has any info please do shoot me a message. Am new to POM and could really use someone to meet or perhaps read with. Thank you.
HI, City Mission Hosts an AA style meeting - CELEBRATE RECOVERY. Our Farm Manager went through AA in the USA and helps runs the meetings. He would be glad to visit with you. Perhaps there are others in Port Moresby, or an opportunity to start ... Read More
Can you please advice what are the fun and safe things to do in POM
Hi Linda, The Botanical are nice and for an afternoon outing, they have birds, a few animals and nice flora in a park setting. Also Adventure Park is even better and has some amusements. There is a museum. Vision City Mall is safe and has ... Read More
Meet New friends. Will be there October by ellen.refugio
Hi All, I will be working in Port Moresby. i am a Filipino. I would like to meet new friends and hope to enjoy my stay in PNG for 3yrs. Will be there by October. :)
Hi Ellen, My wife and I have been in POM 1 year, we would be glad to meet you and shoes you around. IM me if you want. Read More
Wondering what life is like as an expat, and how safe it really is? by Kittykat72
Hi, My name is Cate and my partner is considering a position in PNG based in POM. We would be travelling with our two children (11yo male 14yo female), and I guess I'm just wondering what life is like as an expat, and how safe it really ...
Hi you can email me for more info *** We also have friends in Brisbane that Know PNG well, having lived here. We might be able to connect you. Read More
Wondering what life is like as an expat, and how safe it really is? by Kittykat72
Hi, My name is Cate and my partner is considering a position in PNG based in POM. We would be travelling with our two children (11yo male 14yo female), and I guess I'm just wondering what life is like as an expat, and how safe it really ...
Hi Cate, I have been in POM for a year now working for a Christian NGO. You cannot be as casual as you are in Austr. However with reasonable caution you can enjoy the city. There are several well secured Expat shopping areas including a modern ... Read More
Driving in Papua New Guinea by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Papua New Guinea? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the ...
Driving in Port Moresby is not too bad compared to some large cities in the USA. In town the roads are pretty good, however there is a tendency to allow gutter grates to be missing in which case you can drop a wheel into a deep gutter if you are ... Read More
Offer a Job in Port Moresby,PNG
Welcome. That is a decent salary considering you don't have many expenses. A pretty standard package. Tax is a flat 10%. Depending on how you plan to eat your costs can start at$100 a week. the Kina is worth about .40 USA Good Hamburger K25 ... Read More
Salaries and lifestyle in PNG (PM) by Qasim1
Hi, I have received an employment offer of around Australian $ 72,000 pa + company provided accommodation (approx 73,000 Australian $ pa) and company provided transport can anyone let me know whether it is a reasonable pay in PNG. Also what will be ...
Using a taxi is possible if you find a good driver, get his number and make a deal to depend on him. You don't want to take a bus. I agree ... most companies do provide secure transportation for expats. Lunches runs K20-K50 ($8 USD - $20) ... Read More
Safety in Papua New Guinea by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Papua New Guinea? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you ...
My wife and i have been in PNG for one year working for an NGO. We lived outside of POM and drive into town - through Six Mile Settlement - almost every day for work and leisure. We work at KOKI and Ela Beach - another area that has a bad ... Read More
HOW SAFE PNG? by mikebaste21
Hi to all may Kababayans, Just want to ask if how safe is PNG is? Cause i will be there by the month of August 2015..it was my first time to work abroad, and i don't have any idea about the safety, cost of living, basic salary rate? i had an ...
I agree that the salary is really low for an expat, especially a draftsman. That is less than $1000 USD per month. My wife and I spend around $500-$600 a month of food. A decent lunch in a rest. will cost K15-30. You will also have to consider ... Read More
I am a month old in pom,png by irfankhan005
Hi EVERYBODY,It's been a month now in pom,Png..And I would like to make some new friends...Wish u a very very happy New year2015...RegardsIrfan
Hi Irfan, I would be glad to meet you sometime in POM. I work in town Monday - Friday, perhaps we could meet for lunch sometime. I work with City Mission. call me at 79093686. Steve Read More
Working visa with a criminal conviction by airpoints
Hi folks I am interested in going to work for an aid agency in PNG, but I spent time in prison 6 years ago for a driving conviction, (not alcohol or drug related). Am I likely to be granted a working visa or is this unlikely. I have no other ...
Just get a tourist visa first and see where it goes from there. Read More
Working visa with a criminal conviction by airpoints
Hi folks I am interested in going to work for an aid agency in PNG, but I spent time in prison 6 years ago for a driving conviction, (not alcohol or drug related). Am I likely to be granted a working visa or is this unlikely. I have no other ...
While I can not speak for the PNG Government I would say that since the Aid Agency must sponsor you and provide you with a job or volunteer status that immigrations would take that into consideration. You will need a police background check, but a ... Read More
living in png by teddybare
Hi we are looking at excepting a job in PMG Port Moseby. Accommodation is part of the package at airways apartments . There is so little info. they have a web page with some good pics but want more info about facilities. What is included what do we ...
Hi, My wife and I have been in PNG 4 months (Americans) and have settled in and relaxed quite a bit. Security is always an issue and you just have to be aware of your surrounding. Keep your doors locked and windows rolled up. However I drive ... Read More
New members of the Papua New Guinea forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Papua New Guinea forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us ...
Unless your company pays for it, you will probably have to buy prepaid cellular data. I use a 3g data stick from Digicel. They recently increased the amount of data you get. It used to cost about $27 Aussi for 900 MB of data.They recently changed ... Read More
New members of the Papua New Guinea forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Papua New Guinea forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us ...
Hi Hasssn, We have been here 4 months now. I agree with Aatuti. There are many nice shopping stores and even a mall here. You can buy most things you want, including electronics and some luxury items, although they are expensive compared to ... Read More
Life in Port Morseby by Devaki
Hi, I am Dev from New Delhi, India. I will be moving to Port Morseby in coming two months. before flying down there I want to know about life at Port Morseby, PNG, its positives and negatives fro expats, safety calls and cost of living for a family ...
Hi Dev, Welcome to PNG. My wife and I are from America and have been in PNG 3 months working for City Mission, PNG, a Christian NGO. So far we like it very much. The longer we've been here the more we get used to the city. There are many ... Read More
Feeling overwhelmed by PracticAli
Hi All, We arrived in POM on Wed for 12 months for our first ever overseas job. I've brought my husband and 2 kids with us, and I'm feeling completely overwhelmed. My mothering instincts are in overdrive worrying about them. I have to give ...
Great to hear from you. Connect with us some time. Things will smooth out for sure. Be blessed. Steve and Brooke Read More
New members of the Papua New Guinea forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Papua New Guinea forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us ...
Me too, please feel free to contact me at anytime. Steve Read More
New members of the Papua New Guinea forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Papua New Guinea forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us ...
Hi, Welcome to PNG and Port Moresby, We are fairly new here ourselves. Please feel free to contact us when you get to POM. My Email is steve@stevehighlander.com. Read More
Feeling overwhelmed by PracticAli
Hi All, We arrived in POM on Wed for 12 months for our first ever overseas job. I've brought my husband and 2 kids with us, and I'm feeling completely overwhelmed. My mothering instincts are in overdrive worrying about them. I have to give ...
Suejuls, Thanks for the Kudos. We would be love to connect with anyone -- new or seasoned -- in POM. steve@stevehighlander.com Read More
Feeling overwhelmed by PracticAli
Hi All, We arrived in POM on Wed for 12 months for our first ever overseas job. I've brought my husband and 2 kids with us, and I'm feeling completely overwhelmed. My mothering instincts are in overdrive worrying about them. I have to give ...
Hi Practicali, Welcome to PNG. What you are experiencing is called "culture shock." Missionaries going into other countries get some training and mentoring in this area to help prepare them. You probably didn't have that ... Read More
New members of the Papua New Guinea forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Papua New Guinea forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us ...
Hi, We've been in PNG a little over 2 months now, so I offer a Newcomer's opinion. Typically a company will offer housing, utilities, phone, car and fuel, plus a salary package. We were initially a little nervous about getting around ... Read More
New members of the Papua New Guinea forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Papua New Guinea forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us ...
We've been in Port Moresby 1 month. I live outside of town, but drive into PM almost everyday to work and shop. We have settled in very well, and while remaining diligent in regards to watching our surroundings and avoiding rough areas we have ... Read More
Recommend USA Online Stores to me ?
Hi Matthew, there are literally hundreds of thousands of online stores bin the USA. It totally depends on what you wasnt. For electrtonics try - tigerdirect.com. music and sound - musiciansfriend.com. christian books, products and supplies - ... Read More
New members of the Papua New Guinea forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Papua New Guinea forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us ...
Hello my wife and I have been in POM 3 weeks, so we're just finding our way around. Please feel free to connect with us anytime. Read More
New members of the Papua New Guinea forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Papua New Guinea forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us ...
Hi everyone, my wife and I just arrived in PNG in July, 2014 from Missouri, USA. We're working for City Mission, A Christian NGO in Port Moresby, giving at risk youth a chance for education, vocational training and a chance for life apoart from ... Read More