Living in the Philippines as an expatriate

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Are you tempted to discover an archipelago comprising a total of 7,107 islands? Former Spanish and US colony, the Philippines have become a top destination for expatriation. Indeed, many foreign professionals and retirees have settled there over the years.

Living in the Philippines has several advantages: low cost of living, quality of life, zero tax, cultural exposure. Welcome to the Philippines!

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Visas Work visas; residence permits
Work Labour market; finding a job
Accommodation Renting or buying property
Bank Opening and managing a bank account
Health care Public and private healthcare
Removal Moving; useful tips
Choose the best health insurance
Protect your health and get easy access to treatment for expats in the Philippines.
Open a bank account that suits you
Discover the best international banks to manage your money securely.
Plan your international move
Facilitate your move to the Philippines by getting a quote from our top rated movers.
Send money overseas at the best rate
For fast, safe and secure money transfers to and from the Philippines.
Learn a new language online
Find out the best ways to learn a foreign language.

Work

Find your dream job and take your career to an international level. Apply to the vacancies available.
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Contact recruitment agencies
More info about the labour market? Just follow the guide

Offers

2 days ago

Indonesian Marketing Executive Makati Php120,000

Marketing

Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines

2 days ago

2 days ago

Thai Research Analyst

Administrative

Pasig City, Metro Manila, Philippines

2 days ago

6 days ago

house keeper or cleaning lady

Housemaid

Cebu

6 days ago

last week

Indonesian Technical Support P90,000 Hybrid

Customer service

Province of Cavite, Calabarzon, Philippines

last week

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Housing

Browse the Philippines housing ads and find the perfect accommodation
Housing Q&A's
Contact real estate professionals
Find info on accommodation in the Philippines

Ads

2 weeks ago

House for Rent
Province of Laguna

2 weeks ago

150,000 PHP

2 weeks ago

For Rent : Park Point Residences Corner 1BR with Balcony and Parking, Cebu Business Park
Cebu

2 weeks ago

75,000 PHP

3 weeks ago

Huge Family home newly renovated 7 bedroom
Marikina City

3 weeks ago

50,000 PHP

3 weeks ago

3BR PRIVATE VILLA WITH POOL FOR SALE IN CLARK FREEPORT ZONE PAMPANGA

3 weeks ago

55,000,000 PHP
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Classifieds

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Recommended services

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