Philippines 2019 for new expats

[ExpatPH 876]

11 minutes ago, Letseng said:

Can you afford the treatment?

Hospitals are often nice and new but doctors can't diagnose a hookworm infestation in a kid.

 

Yes, doctors and diagnose are not up to western standard. I visited chemotherapy room, and I was instantly 'back to the 1970s'. For many the lack of western medicine is what frustrates us the most. The huge population and lack of hospitals are very obvious. Bare minimum of staff in hospitals incl doctors, are below par.

Expect 15000 - 25000 peso (288-480$) per 24 hrs admitted to hospital for more serious condition.

Minor conditions with treatment 2000-5000 peso. (38-96$).

[1FinickyOne 6,996]

On 4/4/2019 at 1:20 PM, ExpatPH said:

Reset your mind and forget all you used to, in TH

how would that help in setting a fair comparison?

[ExpatPH 876]

1 hour ago, kenk24 said:

how would that help in setting a fair comparison?

 

Compare to Cambodia instead, a more fair comparison.

A country's wealth, average income, unemployment rate, must be in consideration to make a fair and honest comparison.

I think, with your question, you will not accept any alternative to Thailand.

Not until immigration tell you to leave within 7 days.

I was a hardcore defender for Thailand for more than a decade living there. When immigration started their first frequent changes, I started to explore alternative country for relocation. I opened my mind for a new culture, less comfort, and easier steady visa.

[ExpatPH 876]

If you guys still read after 14 pages, you deserved a bonus. Supermarket prices. Zoom in.

 

Regards

ExpatPH

 

[ExpatPH 876]

[1FinickyOne 6,996]

21 minutes ago, ExpatPH said:

When immigration started their first frequent changes, I started to explore alternative country for relocation. I opened my mind for a new culture, less comfort, and easier steady visa.

I haven't really had any visa changes and I have been here nearly 20 years... at least nothing that seems like a bother... My visa is easy and steady... why would I want a less comfortable place? 

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[Destiny1990 7,302]

3 hours ago, Letseng said:

But not all pinays are like this.

Not all Thai females are out to fleece you either.

Interesting read:

https://britishexpats.com/forum/philippines-155/me-my-family-851728/

 

U quote me wrong i never send anything like that duh...

 

[ExpatPH 876]

From my opening post #1:

 

'With the never ending visa changes in Thailand, I hope this will be helpful now for SOME present stressed TH expats and others'.

 

keyword: Some.

 

* Thaivisas Thailand Visa Information section is flooding with posts about the many who got problem either at point of entry, or when extend or renew.

THEY are my 'target group'.

 

I received pm from married people, who no longer feel safe.

 

I use substantial time to write this topic, many hours every day. I do my best to reply totally honest, both positive and negative. No sugar coating here.

 

Naysayers and haters do not get to me, I see appreciation from many others, and I will continue writing.

 

Regards

ExpatTH

[Lacessit 22,827]

On 4/4/2019 at 2:04 PM, ExpatPH said:

 

Visa agents can do all your extensions for you, they charge you 25-30$ for this.

 

 

Correct me if I'm wrong, but I was under the impression Duterte had outlawed visa agents.

[ExpatPH 876]

1 minute ago, Lacessit said:

Correct me if I'm wrong, but I was under the impression Duterte had outlawed visa agents.

 

Travel agents are permitted, and do this legally from their travel office.

Else you're right.

[Destiny1990 7,302]

Somethings and or services are terribly more expensive in Phills then Thailand.

Aircon bill and internet bill condo rents and car rental for example.

as i said most expats are logged into Thailand with houses and local partners i doubt they will relocate because a beer can is slightly cheaper in Phills.