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Taken from the Latin word ex(out of) and patria(country, fatherland), an expatriate or expat in short is a person who resides or visits temporarily or permanently in another country. An expat in the Philippines may refer to a Westener, say an American or British in the country or a non-Westener, say a Japanese or a Chinese living in the Philippines who are distinguishable by their way of living. …
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There are many expat workers in the Philippines who have obtained decent jobs that you can live by. Having jobs as an expat is not hard in the Philippines, but getting the job is probably harder. We will tell you what you need to expect if you are an expat worker trying to find jobs in the Philippines. The Philippines does not have such a strict law when it comes to obtaining visas and you can …
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The Philippines is a good option for foreigners who seek comfort lifestyle in a country apart from their own. The beautiful country with the most pristine waters, wonderfully-shaped mountains, amazingly-designed structures, and the friendliest locals can easily embrace a foreigner tightly. Business is especially good in a Philippine setting. If you want to have a business of your own there, the…
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It can be a great challenge for an expatriate to settle in the Philippines. Most expatriates tend to have an overwhelming feeling being in the country for the first time. The expatriate will be experiencing many adjustments particularly to the weather. There are also many people in the Philippines and a lot of traffic as well. However many expatriates have called the Philippines their home as well…
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To live in another country outside of your own is such a challenging venture. You need to pay attention anew to important factors that will make your living comfortable. One of the earliest concerns for expatriates in the Philippines is medical care. For expats to earn stability, they need to insure their health needs. Mostly, international medical insurances do the trick. The local insurance i…
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For an expatriate to drive around Manila or anywhere in the Philippines he needs to apply for a license. There are licenses which are issued for a short term only. The Land transportation office issues the licenses for both foreigners and local citizens. Owning a vehicle may entail being exposed to thefts, accidents and other mishaps. Car insurance is a good way to ensure that the risks shall be …
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Most of the expatriates come to the Philippines due to the low expense of living here. It becomes somewhat of a paradise in the tropics for them. It is really cheaper to live in some areas in the Philippines however before settling in the Philippines you must know the amount of money you will need. There are expatriates who can still set up a business in the Philippines so they will still earn whi…
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Settling down in another country apart from your own is pretty tough. It is like starting your life all over again. In a friendly place such as the Philippines, however, expatriates are able to adjust a lot easier to the lifestyle and the culture that are completely strange. The Philippines is a third-world country, yes. But it is definitely trying hard to improve its current state. Aside from …
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