Working in the Philippines

Welcome To Working In The Philippines

Working in the Philippines is often seen as a very attractive proposition for those who wish to relocate there but as yet do not enjoy a secure retirement income. However, there are some trips and traps for new players. It is doable, but it is not as simple as some might think. This web site has been compiled by expats who have done precisely what you are planning to do. All of them have found paid employment in the Philippines and most of them have done so while living here already.

Visa’s And Work Permits

We explain this very important consideration when contemplating working in the Philippines. Like every civilized country the government takes steps to protect the employment opportunities of its citizens. We will discuss how you can work within these restrictions and discuss precisely what you can and can’t do for a living there.
Small Business & Self Employment

If you are self employed people usually say you bought yourself a job. So what? At least you will never get fired and you know your boss is a great guy! Running a small business in the Philippines is not a simple, straightforward proposition. There are some Catch-22 situations you have to experience to truly believe. We will try and soften the worst of the blows for you with the content in this category and at worst, forewarned will be forearmed!
Working For The Man In Manila!

Whether you are working for the man in Manila or Mindanao, we have first hand experience of the salary, working conditions, hours and opportunities you might experience when being an employee of a Filipino firm. You will find it very different in many ways to working for someone else back home and this category will help prepare you for any possible ‘culture shock’.
Reality Check!

From time to time we receive emails from men who really haven’t got it screwed down tight enough! This category will offer a reality check so you can make better, more informed decisions when planning your future move to the Philippines. These reality checks alone might save you a lot of time, money and frustration!

Book Reviews

‘Philippine Dreams’ is one man’s experiences living in a tropical paradise with his beautiful Filipina bride. As well as handy information, this book also provides a very enjoyable read and an insight into Filipino life for the expat living in the Philippines.

The Philippines is full of friendly and honest people but like everywhere there are a people you need to avoid. This guide tell you how to deal with any corrupt officials you might encounter and other travel risks How to deal with corruption and other risks in the Philippines

If you want to relocate to the Philippines but still need to make a living, this book will help you decide how you will do that. Written by someone who lived off the economy there for several years, it is packed with proven tips and great business ideas for making money in the Philippines.

Even local professionals can make mistakes or become unwilling victims in the Philippines property market. Philippines Property Primer is the best investment you could make before hbuying, selling or renting a property in the Philippines.

How to meet the Filipina of your dreams online or via a penpal introduction agency, even if introduced by friends or relatives or someone you meet while visiting. This guide to dating Filipinas will tell you how to avoid scammers who are always looking for soft touch Amerikanos.

This reliable guide to marrying and migrating your dream Filipina has been purchased by hundreds of men just like you who are eager for information about this major step in their lives, and the lives of their Filipina brides. Get your copy now.

The third book in the Filipina series, this volume offers good advice on making the magic last. It includes proven strategies to manage tampo, cheating, culture shock and more. Find out what it’s like being married to a Filipina

This is the BIG ONE! How to meet, marry, migrate and make the magic last, Filipina 101, Filipina 202 and Filipina 303 together in one complete, unabridged volume. Everything you need to know to go from single to happily married with your own dream Filipina.