mharrich
American expat in the Philippines
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American
Lives in CDO
Registration: 29 July 2015
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Divorcing in the Philippines by Diksha
Hello everyone, Reaching the decision to seek divorce can be hard. Filing the papers as an expat in the Philippines can be as taxing since a good grasp of legislations is needed and the process can prove to be tedious. Where and how do you ...
The following webpage address has very good information about how to get your foreign divorce recognized in the Philippines. The information is comprehensive and well written. You can even ask general questions if you have any. Anyway there is a ... Read More
Officers in Bureau Of Immigration Cebu by dvdcrusher
Hi im a permanent resident in cebu.聽 I am divorced from my filipina wife but for filipo law we are still marriedcause theres no annulment.Soon its time again to pay the annual report.聽 Every year it is the same hassle.I ask where i can pay ...
You should feel blessed the Immigration Officer is only charging you 4,000 Peso to extend your 13A Visa. A visitor on a Tourist Visa can pay 4,000 Peso for a two month extension. Your foreign divorce nullifies your status for a 13A Visa. For ... Read More
Philippine Airlines Questions by moonunit0103
Hi, I am flying to Manila Tuesday, and have not flown commercial in a long time. Does the airline have USB charging ports for my phone? Also, do they have an AC charging port in case I need to recharge my laptop?
I flew PAL economy class from Manila to San Francisco about two months ago. At that time there were no USB outlets and no plugs to power your laptop. PAL is still far behind other airlines when it comes to economy cabin amenities. Read More
Ammendment of a Probationary 13a Visa to Permanent by mharrich
Hi, I live in CDO but I have to go to Manila to amend my 13a visa from probationary to permanent. My Probationary VISA expires June 23. I had hoped to submit my application to amend in CDO but the NBI Clearance for foreigners takes two months ...
I want to thank everyone who responded to my call for help. After much thought I decided to go to Manila to apply for 13A Visa amendment to permenate status. I'm really glad I went to Manila Immigration Office. They were so kind and helpful ... Read More
Ammendment of a Probationary 13a Visa to Permanent
Hi, I live in CDO but I have to go to Manila to amend my 13a visa from probationary to permanent. My Probationary VISA expires June 23. I had hoped to submit my application to amend in CDO but the NBI Clearance for foreigners takes two months ... Read More
Emigration Clearance Certificate (ECC) at NAIA by mharrich
Hello, I have a Philippine probationary 13A visa. Next week I leave for States for 3 week vacation. I read in prior posts I can apply and receive an Emigration Clearance Certificate (ECC) at NAIA. In the past I applied at the local Immigration ...
I also live in CDO and have always received quick service and helpful advice from that immigration office. I was in and out of the office in 20 minutes. I have a probationary 13a Visa and only 2 pictures are required for my ECC. If you are on a ... Read More
Emigration Clearance Certificate (ECC) at NAIA
Hello, I have a Philippine probationary 13A visa. Next week I leave for States for 3 week vacation. I read in prior posts I can apply and receive an Emigration Clearance Certificate (ECC) at NAIA. In the past I applied at the local Immigration ... Read More
Social Security benifits by ron2
Has any American expats had any difficulty getting their monthly checks deposited in a U S bank, and any creditors garnishing their Social Security?
A few weeks ago I had the same thought concerning Social Security payments. I did a Google search and found lots of good information on that topic. This link is a good place to begin. ... Read More
Philippine Immigration Wrong Month on Entry Stamp by mharrich
Hi all, Philippine Immigration stamped my passport with the wrong month when I entered the country, they used June 5, 2015 when I entered on July 5, 2015. The local Immigration office in CDO tell me only the main office in Manila can correct the ...
Hummmmmm - Did someone get up on the wrong side of the bed. There was nothing offensive said against the Philippine people or Government. Everyone knows the mistake was not made with intended malice. It was a human mistake and I am going to ... Read More
Philippine Immigration Wrong Month on Entry Stamp by mharrich
Hi all, Philippine Immigration stamped my passport with the wrong month when I entered the country, they used June 5, 2015 when I entered on July 5, 2015. The local Immigration office in CDO tell me only the main office in Manila can correct the ...
Wow that was fast. Thank you so much Read More
Philippine Immigration Wrong Month on Entry Stamp
Hi all, Philippine Immigration stamped my passport with the wrong month when I entered the country, they used June 5, 2015 when I entered on July 5, 2015. The local Immigration office in CDO tell me only the main office in Manila can correct the ... Read More