Entry to the Philippines Rejected 3 Times!

[@sureshot776]

Congrats on the move, Safe travels.Look foward to following you in the Pinas.

[@Marker44]

Thanks so much!

[@BelusTraveller]

That nuts, Crazy but keep pushing you’ll get here. I’ve been here 3 years now, Learned a lot, just finally got system down with my Meals, Lot of cooking, We purchased 2 plots of farm lands Mountain and rice, lot of work but need some kind of income from this Country, to sustain the bills, Always money out Never money in, Finally some income, Will be watching, God Bless

[@Marker44]

Good luck to you! God bless

[@IslandExpats-y8h]

Thanks for sharing your experiences. We intend to move to the Philippines mid-2025. Wife and I are doing a honeymoon/scouting trip Dec 17 - Jan 3. Look forward to following your travels to the Islands and learn what we can from your experiences.

[@Marker44]

Best of luck to you both.

[@davidevans474]

I have been watching you and your family since the beginning hope for you and the family to make it back safely .

[@Marker44]

I appreciate that

[@AndiditLove]

Yes, i really observed so many foreigners coming in our country Ph nowadays..even in our city before we could not see any foreigners only local tourists but not anymore... they are everywhere now... maybe because of the vlogs of foreigners

[@WorldTravelerCA]

I moved with my daughter from Canada to Philippines in 2019 with 2 suit bags each and I sold my property, my cars, bikes and boat and it was best thing ever and easy move. I guess we all like to create our own problems by shipping stuff to another part of the world thinking it’s cheap and easy LOL it’s not. Good luck to you.

[@Marker44]

The shipping part couldn't be easier. No regrets at all there.

[@rogerclark3]

You're gonna miss Oklahoma after a while. Can you live in both places?

[@Marker44]

For us its not affordable.

[@telcobilly]

I'm finally getting my 13A marriage visa stamp on Nov 29th after applying through an accredited agency back in mid-July. The wife and I did the probationary 1 year visa on our own in 2023. I returned to the US for about 6 months to take care of some things. On my return this year, I got the permanent visa application started just in time to not have to start all over again. They've had changes in the immigration bureau and its gotten a lot more complicated.

[@Marker44]

Good to hear you're getting it finished up. Congrats!

[@Quigley999]

I Think I Started following You Folks in 2021? Glad You are Getting Things all lined up for the move. Myself ?, Slowly Getting Things checked off for a 2026 Visit . Excited For You 3. Thank You for Your Rock Solid and Credible videos Scott and Cecile-Happy Travels and Trails 👏🏼👊🏼💪🏼✌🏼

[@Marker44]

Thank you, we appreciate that. Good luck to you!

[@AnthonyQ730]

I feel your pain regarding getting the entry permit from the BAI…I think we had at least 3 rejections as well😳 The online application is not user friendly and it’s difficult to get to the bottom of a rejection….in the end if you can communicate by email directly to the BAI it will help…. We were successful in bringing our Cocker Spaniel in on Emirates from Dubai as “checked luggage” so all’s well that ends well 😊 btw, one thing that caught us out was the requirement to “home quarantine” the dog for 30 days….we got told by the BAI officer at Manila on arrival….may not affect you but we needed to bring him from Manila to Mindoro and we couldn’t get the necessary vet certificate for the ferry until the 30 days was up… Bearing in mind I’ve moved dogs and cats to/from UK, Australia, Singapore and Malaysia in the past, I found the Philippines requirements quite reasonable by comparison…it’s just the clunky online system that caused most stress 🙄

[@Marker44]

Im sure there will be surprises for us ahead also. Thanks for the information!

[@Gregory-Masovutch]

We brought our cocker spaniel to the Philippines it wasn't that expensive. Just needed tbe health certificate and license approval which is done on-line.

[@mattgustafson2516]

Planet of the apes. I remember that from my childhood as well. In the movie they were punished for speaking certain words. Hmmmmm. Good luck with the rest of your process.

[@Marker44]

Thank you!

[@KingBeeinthePhilippines]

On my flight a guy had a little dog like yours in a gym bag. I asked him how he was going to get it past immigration. He wasn't concerned in the slightest. He said he would bribe someone if he had to. I didn't see him after we landed so he must have went through with no issues or they pulled him.

[@limtseho3540]

Your videography is so clear! May I ask what setting your using or is it a pc program? Amazing!!!

[@Marker44]

Thank you! iphone14

[@maudave]

The best part is another Expat coming into the Philippines with a good positive attitude. Took your time and made a good rational decision, traveled, purchased a home and learned what it's like to live in the Philippines. Enjoyed watching your journey. Safe travels and good job not leaving part of your family behind "Chenelle" pup child. Have a bless Christmas. Take care

[@hillbillyintheasia6122]

can America send all are illegals to philipines?

[@Marker44]

Thank you very much! Yep, we have to wait...Have a very merry Christmas.

[@henrywscorner6085]

Hi, My understanding for the health certifcate needs to be filled out By a USDA vet and submitted within 72 hours of departure. My research shows thier response time is pretty quick to get back with approval. looking forward to following, good Luck

[@Marker44]

Yes USDA certified vet, I believe its no more than 10 days before flight on the health certificate. They are pretty quick in their approval or denial. In our case it takes one or two days. Thank you Henry!

[@michaellukehart4276]

HAVENT BEEN ON HERE IN A WHILE..GOOD LUCK WITH THE TRIP... BE SAFE...

[@Marker44]

Thank you!

[@alwilliamson3798]

Did your home guys get hit by the recent storms in the Philippines?

[@Marker44]

No we made out ok. Thanks for asking

[@alwilliamson3798]

Good luck on your journey. My wife is from Cebu and is a lot younger than me, so I’ll probably be pushing up daisies by the time she retires. She’s been here since 1994 and says she has no wishes to return to the Philippines, however, after Papa is laid to rest I believe she’ll change her mind. Take care and God Bless. Hate to see you guys go now that we’ve taken back the Congress and WH.

[@Dan-q6v1v]

I was hoping to find out what the denials were and for what reason??. I just couldn't see why they would want to prevent a person that will be more likely comng wih some wealth and foreign exchange comig from a wealthier country.

[@Marker44]

Dog entry permit has been a challenge to get approved. Thats our only hold up right now.

[@iknowgirls]

Is flying directly into angeles that much of a price difference? I would think that'd be much easjer-closer for you. Alot less hectic for sure..lol

[@Marker44]

You can only enter thru Manila or Cebu with pets. Yes, we really wanted to go the Clark route this time but we are pretty experienced now with Manila.

[@iknowgirls]

@Marker44 wasn't aware just 2 were the only intakes......I was under the presumption that any international airport here cou,d facilitate pet entry......and Clark is an international airport, so that's a surprise

[@tas5306]

Since it is one way - go Business class and enjoy

[@laurencehyde2168]

It's ironic really, there's more rabid dogs in the Philippines than one can imagine..lol

[@FOCUSonASIA13]

Safe travels over brother for you and the family. I am sure you have looked at tons of flights by now but I am seeing the best prices being through Incheon /Korea from the states and then numerous daily flights from there to Clark International which is closer to Bataan and much nicer airport to dela with for customs and such.

[@Marker44]

Thank you, JR! Looking at Dallas to Manila via Incheon. Have to enter at Manila or Cebu with a dog, but we wanted to arrive at Clark this time. Never works out for us.

[@FOCUSonASIA13]

@@Marker44 Ya wasn't thinking about the furry family member LOL

[@stevencrawford9576]

Can you make a video about the paperwork needed to get us visas. I am not sure of the nomenclature of the different types, which one yall choose and why. Can you do tye paperwork without a lawyer?The process of getting their green cards and then US citizenships.

[@Marker44]

Yes we may do that in the future. We have some previous videos about their experiences.

[@gildavojta7943]

First thank you for the video as always .And I hope you get everything record for the puppie. coz it is hard for theme .if you give it to someone.

[@Marker44]

Youre welcome and we will wait until she's approved. No rush

[@damoneymaker]

That is top of the line mobile ph. Either Samsung or the latest Iphone 😊

[@jeffreyvlogofficial781]

i see a lot of foreigner live in the philippines right now a lot of foreigner wheather blackman or whiteman or whatever race they came in the philippines

[@Dan-q6v1v]

One has to be careful as the Philippines is not for everyone. They are a developeing country and they have issues with electricity, drinking water and internet connections. The Philippines have a lot of "brown outs", that's what they called when you lose electricity. It can be very frustrating. Things don't work like the West. You could be waiting for 20 minutes or longer for your food in a fast food restaurant. Most of the time lots of basic commodities are out of stock and they have no clue when they will hace it in stock. Paying an electric bill is not as easy as in the US. You may need to go there in person to pay it. I think one issue a lot of people complain about is the noise. One has to experience it to know. Poor infrastructure so the roads are not the best. And sadly the Philippines suffers from a lot of natural disasters from typhoons, earthquakes, flooding, landslides,etc. And unless you live in the capital, medical is a nightmare in the Philippines. It is best to live for 3 months and see it is for you.

[@jeffreyvlogofficial781]

@@Dan-q6v1v which country has no calamity atleast one from what i know every country has calamity

[@jeffreyvlogofficial781]

@@Dan-q6v1v dont generalize not all in the philippines has no water we have water in metro manila and a lot of reserve water and not contaminated

[@AndiditLove]

​@@jeffreyvlogofficial781true. This country has water all over the place. Even in mountain areas we have enough water

[@AndiditLove]

​@@Dan-q6v1vgo back to your country or other asean countries so you can stop complaining😊

[@Kimjongun-i5r]

Thanks Scott hope everything works out for you guys I will be the first one to comment. Don’t worry Trump will fix it. ! 😂

[@Marker44]

Thank you very much!

[@johnkovac4436]

Can you post the actual rejections and what they look like on forms ?

[@Marker44]

When you log in to your account you can see the status of your application.

[@JamesHickman-g5c]

There are so many better countries to choose from, unless they all speak the language (and even then), check out other places. I understand, if your wife is a filipina--but even so...Not sure about the age of your kids, but not the best educational, nor medical system there. Good luck!

[@robertricker2727]

One way from Seattle to Manila with nonstop only 500 dollars.

[@Marker44]

Benefit of living on the west coast. 👍🏻

[@Jamie-julie]

I got question.. when going to the Philippines on balikbayan visa , foreign spouse need return ticket or is one way ok as long as I'm with wife. What to tell airlines when getting ticket?

[@Ghekko-kw3zz]

No outwards ticket required. It's assumed you have a year to apply for 13a.

[@jackmeloff3335]

You may have to explain it to them and ask that they look it up, it’s on the website for travel information. Some airlines don’t care and some do.

[@Ghekko-kw3zz]

@@jackmeloff3335 just print or screenshot the relevant page from immigration with the address bar shown.

[@Marker44]

Yes as others said no return ticket required. Just be ready to explain the balikbayan visa and also have proof of your marriage. The airlines get confused sometimes about it. They didn't want to let me board in Korea because they said my stay is longer than allowed by Philippines. I had to inform them about the balikbayan visa and they looked it up. Immigration in the Philippines may ask for proof of your marriage.

[@Ghekko-kw3zz]

@@Jamie-julie stating the obvious "did you check" balikbayan only applies for entry in the company of your Filipina spouse.

[@chippyho8979]

Hi Scott, I emailed you last month about bringing our dog . We arrived last night, and we had no problems bringing our dog using Korean air. If you have any questions, just email me.

[@Marker44]

Thank you! Glad to hear your flight went well. We are planning to fly Korean Airlines also.

[@MiniDevilDF]

Does it bother you moving to a country where you are treated as a lesser class of citizen? I was looking at the options for integrating to become a Philippine citizen, but the major dilemma for me was that no matter how good of a person I tried to be, and no matter how much I worked to integrate into the society, even after decades of living there, I could never earn the same rights and privileges as natives, such as the right to own land, or the right to have any opinions when it comes to anything even approaching a political discussion. For me, I guess that's where it ended. I have the utmost respect for everyone in the Philippines, their way of life, and their government... but I decided I couldn't live in a place that would never be willing to treat me as an equal. Likewise, I would want anyone who emigrated to the country I live in to be able to earn the same exact rights and liberties that I enjoy, once they have gone through the naturalization process.

[@maximus6621]

If you became a Naturalized Filipino Citizen you have the rights to own land and vote. Who told you that you could not own land if you were a Naturalized Filipino? You would probably have to renounce your citizenship from your birth country unless you have Filipino blood and can become a dual citizen.

[@MiniDevilDF]

@@maximus6621 I was told that natural born filipino citizens still hold special rights and privileges over naturalized citizens, one includes land ownership. I was told that while a foreigner may own the house itself, the land that the house sits on must be owned by a filipino. I was also told that another example of special privilege that exists is that even after losing or renouncing citizenship, a natural-born filipino may still own land.

[@maximus6621]

@ A foreigner that has Naturalized Filipino Citizenship os now a Filipino and has the same rights as a Natural Born Filipino. A Natural born Filipino that acquired citizenship in a foreign country and is no longer a Filipino citizen can still own land but has limits in size of property one can buy. No limit in inherited property.

[@rayintoledocebuphilippines5517]

@@maximus6621almost impossible to become a citizen - you become a resident which has very restricted rights / which is what I am

[@maximus6621]

@@rayintoledocebuphilippines5517 a foreigner becoming a Naturalized Filipino Citizen usually means giving up citizenship of their birth country i.e. USA. I would not give up my US Citizenship to become a Filipino Citizen unless one can become a dual citizen. Just be a legal resident or get a retirement visa to be able to stay long term. Do not give up US Citizenship.

[@jameswilson1522]

Wow

[@oceanbreeze369]

The laws, rules, permits, regulations, authorizations, and all the other bs, is just ridiculous at this point.

[@T3_Surv]

Applications for what ?

[@Ghekko-kw3zz]

Dog entry.

[@Marker44]

Bringing our dog from US to PH. Quite a process.

[@Ghekko-kw3zz]

@@Marker44 try Australia, minimum 6 weeks quarantine at over $100 a day.

[@jeffreyvlogofficial781]

@@Marker44 ah yeah it pretty hard i taught your the one who is dely not your dog coz i dont finish watching before i comment my bad hehehe

[@timtarr9364]

I hope they don't do to you what they did to me I brought three cats from the US to the Philippines when it was said and done it cost over $9000 first skin tax I dealt with was at the counter at JFK airport I presented the paperwork for all the cats at the desk of the Philippines ticket area and immediately said sir the price is gone up they charged me over $100 each for the cats in order to put them on the plane it was a bunch of BS when I got to Manila we were told the cats had to be quarantined for 30 days we stayed in cavite then when we went to get on the boat from manila to negros oriental i got charged 4,000pesos each for bet approval good luck

[@aboveitall9600]

Ever looked at taking a pet to another country? UK quarantine is 6 months. Thousands of dollars. I personally wouldn’t do it. I don’t suggest it to others. At the end of the day it comes down to the well being of the family and a pet, it’s not a child. As much as I love my pets, there is a difference and a limit. Find an alternative home for them. Make sure they are cared for but a line needs to be drawn in order for people to move on.

[@Marker44]

Sorry to hear about your experience.

[@matrices3987]

Meanwhile there are 2k wild dogs and cats within 3km of you that have rabies and there is ZERO done to mitigate the health risks.

[@keith-kb1zl]

I gave up pets about 15 years ago when I decided to travel to the Philippines.. after my last dog died, too much of a hassle making arrangements if you leave them behind, taking them with you is an even bigger headache 🤦‍♂️

[@pandapete2023]

🤭🤭🤭👻👻🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😂😆😆😆😆

[@aboveitall9600]

I don’t recommend anyone take a pet overseas. Nope. At some point the priority needs to be the family.

[@Marker44]

We're not in a hurry so its worth the wait.

[@walterallard2593]

My vet took my care of every thing for me to bring my 2 cats to the Philippines. All the papers but when i got here i had to pay 300 hundred paso for them.

[@Marker44]

Thats a great benefit!