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Sample ACR I-Card and passport on a desk representing foreigner identification in the Philippines
Visa & Legal Help

ACR I-Card Explained: What Foreigners in the Philippines Need to Know (2026)

If you stay in the Philippines longer than a short visit, you will hear about the ACR I-Card. Many foreigners misunderstand what it is, when it is required, and what

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Highway construction and traffic flow in Luzon showing major transportation upgrades
Local News

Major Transportation Updates Affecting Luzon in 2026: What Residents and Expats Should Know

Transportation across Luzon continues to change in 2026. New infrastructure projects, road expansions, and airport upgrades are reshaping how people move between cities. These changes matter for residents, expats, and

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Scams & Safety Alerts

Common Scams Targeting Foreigners in the Philippines: What Actually Happens

Most foreigners who get scammed in the Philippines don’t lose money because they were careless. They lose money because they assumed rules worked the same way they do back home.

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Food & Cuisine

Filipino Breakfast Foods: What Locals Actually Eat in the Morning

Filipino breakfasts are practical, filling, and built for long days of work. They are not light. They are not rushed. Many meals combine rice, protein, and something salty or sweet.

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Snorkelers swimming with massive sardine schools off the coast of Moalboal Cebu
Travel Guides

Moalboal Ocean Life Guide 2025: Sardine Run, Snorkeling, and What You’ll Actually See

Moalboal is one of the few places in the Philippines where ocean life is the main attraction, not the beach itself. People come here for what’s underwater. The shoreline is

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Aerial view of Clark Freeport Zone showing business parks, roads, and modern infrastructure
Travel Guides

Clark Pampanga Guide 2025: Living, Travel, Business, and What Expats Should Know

Clark Pampanga has quietly become one of the most practical places in Luzon for expats, travelers, and remote workers. It is not flashy. It is structured, planned, and functional. People

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Angeles City Walking Street
Nightlife & Entertainment

Angeles City Walking Street Nightlife: What to Expect in 2026

Angeles City Walking Street is one of the most well-known nightlife areas in the Philippines. It attracts tourists, expats, short-term visitors, and long-term residents. Some come out of curiosity. Others

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Foreign groom and Filipina bride signing marriage documents at a civil registrar in the Philippines
Uncategorized

Marriage in the Philippines: Legal Requirements for Foreigners (Practical 2025 Guide)

Getting married in the Philippines is possible for foreigners, but the process is not fast or simple. Requirements vary between cities, paperwork takes time, and mistakes cause delays. This guide

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Cost of Living & Money

Property Ownership Rules for Foreigners in the Philippines (2025 Guide)

Foreigners often move to the Philippines for long-term living, retirement, or business opportunities. One of the most common questions is whether foreigners can legally buy property. The rules are clear

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Two foreign workers comparing documents for SWP and 9G visa requirements in the Philippines
Visa & Legal Help

Special Work Permit vs. 9G Working Visa: What Foreigners Need to Know in 2025

Foreigners who want to work legally in the Philippines usually choose between two options: the Special Work Permit (SWP) or the 9G Working Visa. Both allow employment, but they are

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