bigpearl
Australian expat in the Philippines
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About me
Australian
Lives in Bacnotan
Speaks english
Registration: 27 January 2018
About
Occupation
I am Businessman.
My expat journey
Bacnotan, Philippines
sunshine coast, Australia
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Budget for move to Palawan by Carl75
Hello!I am about to acquire a plot near El Nido on 50 years lease basis fully paid in advance (foreigner) and would really appreciate any comments or suggestions on the budget I have made, most likely I have left some items out. Plot (250 sqm) close ...
Yes Jackson, they are real but need to be set up properly, lots of thought and preparation.I've had a long term lease for 9 years, partner owns the land, I own everything that sits on it. I also had the titled lot encumbered with the lease so it ... Read More
Budget for move to Palawan by Carl75
Hello!I am about to acquire a plot near El Nido on 50 years lease basis fully paid in advance (foreigner) and would really appreciate any comments or suggestions on the budget I have made, most likely I have left some items out. Plot (250 sqm) close ...
Ain't that the truth Lotus Eater and countries matter little. As I say certainly don't expect a good life here if you are living on a basic pension or the bones of your ass. All the expats I've met over 15 years are certainly not poor, many are snow ... Read More
Budget for move to Palawan by Carl75
Hello!I am about to acquire a plot near El Nido on 50 years lease basis fully paid in advance (foreigner) and would really appreciate any comments or suggestions on the budget I have made, most likely I have left some items out. Plot (250 sqm) close ...
Yes P1, Aussies seem to dominate these games for some reason. I don't follow personally but see the results on the news.Incomes? My better half also retired here by 29 Y/O but does lots of stuff on the property for us, the/our caretaker does all the ... Read More
Budget for move to Palawan by Carl75
Hello!I am about to acquire a plot near El Nido on 50 years lease basis fully paid in advance (foreigner) and would really appreciate any comments or suggestions on the budget I have made, most likely I have left some items out. Plot (250 sqm) close ...
@PalawoneChoices. Like noses we all have one.My lowly advice is simple, eyes wide open and boots on the ground for extended periods, slow and steady wins the race.Took me 6 years back and forward from Oz to here and in that time I spent 2 x 6 months ... Read More
Budget for move to Palawan by Carl75
Hello!I am about to acquire a plot near El Nido on 50 years lease basis fully paid in advance (foreigner) and would really appreciate any comments or suggestions on the budget I have made, most likely I have left some items out. Plot (250 sqm) close ...
Welcome back Jackson4. Appreciate what you say but I don't consider what we pay him ridiculously low, when he worked here as a simple labourer he was paid 500 per day and a supplied bed in our bunkhouse with 6/7 other dudes., large kitchen, their ... Read More
E-visa to convert to residency by alaa tabeeb
I have an issue. I am Jordanian and married to a Filipina wife. I came here on an e-visa, and when we were processing residency, they told us the e-visa cannot be converted to anything else and that I have to leave the country for my homeland to ...
An add on alaa tabeeb. If you are married and your wife has a passport, you can simply fly to a close country, return and apply for a BB visa on your return, make sure you have all your paperwork in order.Cheers, Steve. Read More
E-visa to convert to residency by alaa tabeeb
I have an issue. I am Jordanian and married to a Filipina wife. I came here on an e-visa, and when we were processing residency, they told us the e-visa cannot be converted to anything else and that I have to leave the country for my homeland to ...
@bigpearl is it possible to just go to Malaysia and apply from there without having residency there? - @alaa tabeebNo idea hence my suggestion to spend a few Pisos and consult a migration agent, get the correct answers and the path you need to ... Read More
E-visa to convert to residency by alaa tabeeb
I have an issue. I am Jordanian and married to a Filipina wife. I came here on an e-visa, and when we were processing residency, they told us the e-visa cannot be converted to anything else and that I have to leave the country for my homeland to ...
Consult a migration agent for the options available. SIRV, SRRV or seeing you are married a 13a visa.Good luck.Cheers, Steve. Read More
America tops Philippine tourism market by PalawOne
US tops Philippine tourism market, propelled by strong ties, even stronger dollarThe Philippines, however, attracted just 2.1 million of Southeast Asia鈥檚 48.5 million tourist arrivals in the first four months of this yearBy Sam Beltran ...
A good read P1.Growth corridors happen in all countries, for most of us Manila is/can be a frustrating experience unless you intend to do business there and personally we avoid like the plague. We are up in La Union so Clark is 2 hours closer, have ... Read More
America tops Philippine tourism market by PalawOne
US tops Philippine tourism market, propelled by strong ties, even stronger dollarThe Philippines, however, attracted just 2.1 million of Southeast Asia鈥檚 48.5 million tourist arrivals in the first four months of this yearBy Sam Beltran ...
Golly Bulacan is not that far from Clark international airport that has operated for years, a very nice int airport and less than 2 hours to Manila central depending on the time of day, Only 3 and a half hours for an international flight instead of ... Read More
America tops Philippine tourism market by PalawOne
US tops Philippine tourism market, propelled by strong ties, even stronger dollarThe Philippines, however, attracted just 2.1 million of Southeast Asia鈥檚 48.5 million tourist arrivals in the first four months of this yearBy Sam Beltran ...
Apples and oranges, many souls are not interested in third world countries or developing nations and a simple choice, each to their own. What is interesting is I've read that the Philippines made #1 this year for the top retirement destination in ... Read More
Getting around with your pet in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Living in the Philippines with a pet also means learning how to navigate local transport systems together. From daily commutes to occasional trips, you have to navigate betwwen local rules and real-life experiences. Whether ...
@CherylAn interesting topic, my 15 years knocking about here, living here for 7 years have never seen a loved pet on a train, bus, jeepney or tricycle. Our two Labrador's are walked on leads or a trip to the vet it's in the SUV and they love it. ... Read More
There is always a silver lining by Lotus Eater
Any punters thinking of visiting the Philippines for the first time but are undecided now is the time.The US $ is trading at PHP61.45. The 拢 at PHP83.67. These are mid market rates.Some airlines are offering tempting prices not withstanding ...
Yes P1, no going back and learning from previous disruptions over the decades it seems there are alternatives within reach of the humble punter, what pisses me of with Oz is the fools weighing up whether to charge an extra road tax on EV's, what a ... Read More
Just another "Expat in Baguio City" post by BOONDOCK-SAINT
I live in the PNW of the US, I'm not cut out for severe heat. I have aspiration of spending time in Baguio, the opinion changes frequently depending on which video I watched last.Anyhoo, I would like to know from people who actually live in Baguio ...
Welcome to the forum roylaneroy, for me/us Baguio is a nice place to visit and less than 2 hours away but by choice we prefer the beach and quiet, no belching jeepney's nor roosters or barking dogs. Our bit of paradise. Quiet.The land prices seem ... Read More
Philippine Imports & Exports by PalawOne
"Manila asks Iran to ensure safe passage for Philippine-flagged ships, oil shipments"By Bea Cupin April 1st, 2026 7:17 PM https://www.rappler.com/philippines/request-iran-designate-non-hostile-country-passage-strait-hormuz/ Manila asks Iran to ...
TDS works both ways. Bishop, King, Jesus H Christ, Pope and all self appointed, I call that TDS.Yes Fred BYD sales dropped 32% in February and promptly retained the leader board once the self anointed king started the war in Iran.Thing is while ... Read More