Good news! Many foreigners who had reached their 24 or 36 month limit on their tourist visas in The Philippines were worried that they may be deported. The Philippines Bureau of Immigration has released a statement saying that overstaying foreigners will be allowed to remain in The Philippines. BUT… It seems you’ll still have to […]
Below is a list of offices that can fully handle a Motion for Reconsideration as of April 8th, 2021 BUREAU OF IMMIGRATION MAIN OFFICE INTRAMUROS BALANGA IMMIGRATION FIELD OFFICE, REGION III (Some of reported being turned away) BORACAY IMMIGRATION FIELD OFFICE DASMARIÑAS IMMIGRATION FIELD OFFICE DUMAGUETE IMMIGRATION FIELD OFFICE KALIBO IMMIGRATION FIELD OFFICE LUCENA IMMIGRATION […]
Most of the foreigners who retire here say yes. As a Filipina myself, I would say that the culture and tradition we have encourages respect of the elderly. Filipinos treat their elderly with more attention and care. That’s why most of the older family members are taken care of by their children, grandchildren, and housekeeper–no […]
So, you’re planning to retire in the Philippines. Therefore, you must know the different requirements. To be sure, check only government websites and legitimate sources. Remember that Americans and citizens from the United Kingdom have the same visa options. Balikbayans (former Filipinos) should use the Courtesy Visa. After securing your visa, the next step is […]
First, let me congratulate you on finding the love of your life in The Philippines! In my opinion, Filipinos make the best partners and I couldn’t be happier with mine. Seriously, I wouldn’t trade my wife for a million dollars! So now you want to know how to bring your fiancé to America. Don’t worry […]
As I mentioned in previous articles respect is paramount in The Philippines. As a foreigner, if you disrespect the wrong person you could end up being declared a persona non grata (Latin: unwanted person) and blacklisted by the Bureau of Immigration. This means you are no longer welcome in The Philippines. The worst part of […]
