Truth about living in the Philippines as an Expat

Some truths about living in the Philippines as an expat. The food in the Philippines. The Cost of living is probably higher than what you think. Living in the Philippines as an expat has pros and cons.

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[rickmitchell]

I'm returning to the PI next month for the first time in 45 years.
Of all the places throughout the world I've been lucky enough to visit, the Philippines has the best combination of natural beauty and people that will never leave your heart!

[ginav.]

Thanks for appreciating the Filipinos and the Philippines as a whole. God Bless.

[Soupy]

I agree with all Dr. Laway's points. Compared to Thailand and Malaysia you get a lot less for the price in the Philippines quality wise. I find there are 3 reasons people pick the PH over other countries: Great tourist visa with up to 3 years without having to do a visa run. English signs and culture and at least some English speaking person everywhere. And the last but not least the kindness and happiness of the Filipino people.

[edgarbaldivino]

Thank you so much Dr. Laway for the appreciation of the Filipinos and The Philippines...God Bless Sir

[parischristner]

Thank you for your honesty. It still sounds like a wonderful place to vist.🙂

[RaymondWalinski]

Are there many cockaroaches there some of those cheap apartments look pretty skeevy to me

[dumbmutts.]

Whilst I agree with most of you advice there are some points I feel I need to comment on. I have lived in Philippines for 25 years, I'm English, and Davao is my home. I currently stay in Angeles City, as I work in construction, and I live in a brand new apartment, fully furnished with a swimming pool and pay 15K per month. Sure if you are only here for a short stay you pay the agoda rates for a hotel but if you are here for at least 6 months you can find rent at a very affordable price. Please remember that the happy smiling Filipino who wants to help you may also be looking at you as a cash cow. Whilst you are correct that most will help you, there are some who will try and rip you off. Just have your wits about you and you will be OK. Reach out to expats who have been here a long time, these are the people who can give you the best advice.

[barrysrcdump]

I live with my Pinay wife in Carcar. We rent a two bedroom house near the beach but my wife does all the cooking and shopping at the local market.
As we are well set up now, we easily live on $1300 to $1500. Our budget is $2000, so we can have evenings out and save a bit as well.
When I made my first LDR visit two years ago, I spent nearly double that in two week holiday mode.
The longer you are here, the cheaper it becomes.

[KiaNgan-niud]

This is what I always reminded people looking to expat somewhere more affordable than Western countries. First, they have to make sure they have at least $2k US because the Philippines is NOT as cheap as before. 2nd, it all depends on where they want to live province or city. 3rd, food is very subjective ( I lived in Thailand and their Food is great) but once I discover Filipino foods, they're underepresented, in my opinion. 4th, very easy to adapt in the Philippines. Lastly, before moving to the Philippines, know what you want and what kind of lifestyle you wanted to live. Especially when you plan to stay long term.

[Quid]

I'm an American expat living in Davao City with my wife and son. I've been here since 2010. The best information you provide in this video, that I find lacking in most other expat vloggers, is that the Philippines is not as inexpensive as people may think or being broadcasted by many YT vloggers. Yes, you can live here on $1000 a month - but "can you?" should be the question.

Also, you're spot on about the food here. Those that are short stay here may never try kinilaw, sisig, sinigang, pork belly, crispy pata, or bistek which are all great foods.

[boydbroadcasting]

A Vanderbilt hat?!?

Oh my gosh. There goes your credibility... 😂😂

[BillKennedy-orot]

Are you available to help me integrate into the life as a retirement man who prefers a simple relaxed life.
If you have a interest, let’s find a method we can communicate without myself receiving a lot off unwanted replies, I only ask you for more knowledge to help me decide my future

[Metarig]

From my experience, the Philippines isn't a great place for foreigners to live. It's tough to buy a house or start a business here without a local partner. As an Iranian, I don't have any connection to the government back home, and I don't follow Islam—I'm Christian. I got married here, but they still won't give me permanent residency or let me open a bank account. In Manila, the police often stop the car I'm in for no reason, probably because they can tell I'm foreign. Then, in a not-so-obvious way, the driver slips them some money, and they check the amount against the light. It's not about traffic violations; it's just how things work here—they stop you to get money. And honestly, Would you even consider driving in this situation, let alone living here? If you run into any legal issues, chances are you'll end up on the losing side because the other person likely knows how to bribe the judge, and you don't. It might be different if you were a U.S. citizen, since there's a perception that they're favored here, but that's certainly not the case for me.

[MrWaterbugdesign]

Oh good, another "truth" video. That makes 1, 382, 786 truth videos YT suggested today.

[archstanton]

I like Filipino food like pork Adobo, lechon Baboy and lechon Manok and the breakfast foods as you mentioned. I also liked the Middle Eastern food that some restaurants had.
Seafood is also good here. You don't need to go hungry here.

[garyhughes]

I am currently in midsayap cotabato with my fiance i am overwhelmed by the friendliness and the love poured out by her family and friends the philippines how old is very special place in my heart i love these people

[randallforrest]

I got my wife and me an Air Fryer! So much better not eating oily fried foods 😊

[BePositiveCOG]

The main problem I see with moving to the Philippines or any other countries is dealing with banks and credit card companies. People can't login and get locked out of their accounts because they turned off their US phone. The bank wants to send a access code to your US phone number and when you don't respond, they lock your account and it might take months to fix it. I've heard that many times you can't use a VoIP or a VPN. I don't know if Google Fi would work.

[PhilippinesFarmLife]

My best advice is to take an online TAGALOG language course. Do NOT come here or any other country unless you understand the language. If you plan on being a permanent resident HIRE A PROFESSIONAL LANGUAGE INSTRUCTOR BEFORE YOU MAKE THE MOVE. No matter your country of destination LEARN THE LANGUAGE. Don't be a sucker and simply trust people. Learning the language, it could save you tens of thousands of dollars!

[rodeloperez]

It depends where u eat. Lots of great food and healthy in the Philippines . Those people who complained they haven’t to a great resto in the Philippines .I’m a American citizen the food is not great also that’s why people are most fat and obese coz of bad and unhealthy food . Ty