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Living in Philippines
Manila · ASIA · Filipino / English
Cost of living
$520
excl. rent
Rent 1BR
$530
city center
Safety
5/10
GPI 2024
Internet
50 Mbps
avg speed
An archipelago of 7,000 islands with world-class beaches, English-speaking locals, and some of Asia's most affordable living costs.
✓Pros
- ✓ English widely spoken
- ✓ Very affordable
- ✓ 7,000+ islands with world-class beaches
- ✓ Warm and friendly people
- ✓ Great diving and snorkeling
- ✓ Large expat community
✗Cons
- ✗ Typhoon season (June–November)
- ✗ Traffic in Manila
- ✗ Safety concerns in some areas
- ✗ Infrastructure still developing
- ✗ Hot and humid year-round
Details
Climatetropical
EnglishHigh
CurrencyPHP (Philippine Peso)
Beach✓
Mountains✓
Visa Options
Visa-free 30 days (extendable to 59)Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV)Long-term tourist visa (up to 2 yrs)
Visa-free days by passport:
US: 30dGB: 30dDE: 30dFR: 30dRU: 30dUA: 30dPL: 30dCA: 30dAU: 30d
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