Minimum Cost of Living in the Philippines for a Foreigner

[@LivingOverseasTV]

You can find updated information about Alex on his KZbin Channel: www.youtube.com/@Alex_Kosh

[@garrylafferty100]

Single maybe most of them number are low

[@vinniestjohn9508]

I appreciate the easy pace, real life descriptions, and the absence of annoying techno music in any of the videos. Top two informative vlogger for people like me on becoming a soon to be expat.

[@marcellespiritu]

I haven't been back in 50 yrs, until last month. The people are kind, polite, and sincere ....I've been in 4 continents and 27 countries....... Philippines is a paradise to tourists...

[@jasontaylor404]

Which city?

[@pjreynoldsa1]

MORE BULL SHIT! TOURISTS ARE TARGETS AND WALKING ATM MACHINES........ SUCKER!

[@laurencehyde2168]

Lol..Yer right

[@rubycebreros2330]

@@laurencehyde2168pakawala siguro to ng mga kalaban. Lol…

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

The people are rude, racist, and violent! It's the worst nightmare in the world!

[@RainerBosch-qy9fj]

Guys: a million+ families in the PI live quite well on around $400/$500 a month. If a sole foreigner can't manage that on $700/$1000 a month, I have no sympathy. Just remember you live there and you're not on holiday. Do that and you'll be fine.

[@keith-kb1zl]

If you avoid women and bars it’s doable. but that’s the allure that drives foreigners from going there in the first place 🤣🤣 but with no pinay to shop, cook, wash your clothes, and show you the ropes, take you to immigration, fill out paperwork, go to mall to pay your bills,etc ,etc, you can get lost in the shuffle pretty easily.. if you plan on finding that young hottie expect your monthly expenses to shoot up a minimum of 1,000 dollars a month, maybe much more as you will be financially taking on her whole family 😊and stragglers

[@bhinbayoucity5691]

​@@keith-kb1zlSo if a foreigner came to PH with a Soc Sec of $3520 a month along with approx $575 a month from IRAs, that wpuld be enough to live in a med size city like Cagayan De Oro?

[@PeterObenza]

I am Filipino living here in California and I can tell you, you will be fine living on $500 in Cagayan. Actually that's already a lot. But if you choose to live in Manila, everything is more expensive.

[@TSBye-qo1vc]

@@bhinbayoucity5691 More than enough.

[@RainerBosch-qy9fj]

@@keith-kb1zl Forget the visits to immigration. Just plonk that 10K in the bank and get the retirement visa. No more visits to immigration and worth every cent. Then you won't need some parasite and her family to show you the ropes.

[@Foochio]

Been living here in PH for 12 years now with my wife and 2 kids. Kids go to a private school and our monthly expenses barely go over $1000. Half the time it's under $1000. It's about the lifestyle you choose. And no we don't live in some remote province or island. We live 40 mins away from Metro Manila. We go out to nice restos or parks 2 or 3 times a month. Being frugal in some areas is a must. I love cooking and so does my wife so we save a bunch on food costs.

[@kyotango]

$1000 for a whole family including private school. thats crazy cheap ❤

[@Ironic_Jihad]

Great video! Got a different perspective of Duma then from other KZbinrs.

[@Alex_Kosh]

Thank you Jim, you for showing our favorite Dumaguete city. I definitely have a lot to learn from you how to make good videos 👍

[@LivingOverseasTV]

Alex, thanks for sharing your living expenses and taking me on a tour of Dumaguete. I'm sure my viewers will find the information helpful.

[@gsomethingsomething2658]

Alex, may I ask why Dumaguete is your favourite city? What do you love about it?

[@Alex_Kosh]

@@gsomethingsomething2658 last year I made a video about your question

[@philippinesdreamorreality]

Very good video, It really boils down to the individual and self control. I always believed one could make it with a low amount. If it can be done in certain parts of Mexico, it can definitely be done in the Philippines. Great video.👍👍👍

[@Alex_Kosh]

Thank you, yes it's enough for a simple life 😊

[@frankkluz9787]

I'm in Kentucky near Lexington and a Mexican immigrant here from 2 hours away from Guadalajara has 'family' living there on well below $1000/mo. ! -- Colombia too in rural areas can be $650 - $800 / mo. for a good life - IF - you can speak fluent Spanish. -- I would prefer English and the friendly people in the Philippines - but ideal weather can be had in the other 2 countries in several locations at about 5000 feet elevation !

[@philippinesdreamorreality]

I am pretty fluent in Spanish, but English is my first language and I also prefer the Philippines over Mexico or Latin America. They are all great countries, just my personal pref.@@frankkluz9787

[@Silidons91]

I'm 32, single. My goal is to pay off my house ASAP here in Southern California, and then once I do that, rent it out and live in the Philippines. That alone will make me ~$3,000 USD per month. Not to mention my other investments. I feel like I could live amazing there. I just love riding my bicycle, and wouldn't even need a motorbike or car. Would live an easy life and just ride my bike everyday and explore, I don't drink etc.

[@bobfrantz534]

Renting your house might be a problem unless u know the people....maintenance, repairs, ...much better to sale....being along distance landlord will be a nightmare

[@peteralvarez3039]

sweet spot would be between $1000-$1500

[@jakestewart-nh3ei]

I'm also 32 and doing the same thing good luck to you my friend. I'm in-between Cagayan de Oro and cebu City to live. House is paid off just getting it ready to rent and have a piece of bare land I'm waiting to sell. Hopefully will be able to leave the US in fall early winter

[@bobwilson5041]

Wear a mask,air polution will shorten your life,its so bad here in the PH.

[@mrgee7059]

This was a fantastic video! The thing that I liked most is that you talked about things to do and places to go, and you actually went to the places described in your video. Everything was useful, from finding a gym and showing the costs, to dining out, to entertainment, all with costs, this is one of the best videos I've seen on Dumaguete. Keep 'em coming! Regards

[@jaychung9756]

The hospital visits were insanely cheap! A McDonald’s meal in Maryland cost $12. He saw a doctor for$10, and then could get lunch for $3. It may be cheaper to fly there to get any procedure that can wait …

[@cowboymcq6711]

Fantastic video thank you I’m headed over in January or m first time 🎉‼️‼️‼️

[@florentinocruz5856]

Enjoy your vacation cowboy.

[@redpillsatori3020]

My take on budgeting in the Phil circa 2023 based on my experience: - Renting decent apartment/condo: 10k - 15K ($200-$300 USD) - Electric: 4k - 8k or around $100 USD (depending on how much you run the AC units you have--get an inverted type if you can) - Water: around 600 PHP or $12 USD - Food: 15K or $300 - $1000 USD (depends on how "well" you want to eat, and if you are feeding other people, dogs, etc..) - Renewing tourist visa: about 2000 PHP ($40 USD month) or 3500 every two months, plus you need to buy an Alien Registration Card once a year (around $75 USD or 3000 PHP) - Health saving: 5000 or $100 USD - try and put some money in savings every month for emergencies or health care needs, dentist, etc.. - Transportation: 500 - 10K PHP or $10 - $200 USD - depends on how much you want to travel, and if you want to own a bike/car I'm probably missing a few things, but I'd say $1000 USD is the BEAR minimum. It all depends on how much you want to live like a Westerner or a local. I'd say you need at least $2000 USD in passive income (or from working remotely) a month (after taxes) in order to live comfortably (i.e. like a Westerner) here. Also add another $1000/mo if you plan on helping/supporting a Pinay and her family.

[@stephanwright0697]

You say how well you eat but if you buy vegtables and eat at home healthy if wouldn't cost more than $200 a month. I know because I do it.

[@GreedisGood92]

@@stephanwright0697 Only $200 a month? How much do you think it would be for somebody like me who's diet is only beef, salt, and water(carnivore diet)? I rather cook at home than eat out.

[@Fissan_Poulsen]

@@GreedisGood92 The Vikings tried that diet, but after losing all their teeth, they tried mixing it with vegetables.

[@danmcqueen5295]

​@@Fissan_PoulsenNonsense. Many of us come from thousands of generations of living in the frozen north, where plants are simply not available but maybe one month/year at most. These folks not only have better teeth, but they lack heart disease etc that is all caused by excessive carbohydrate consumption.

[@brianoflaherty6190]

@@Fissan_Poulsen That is nonsense. Vegetables do nothing for your teeth.

[@i-am-your-conscience]

4:00 Or have a proper Health Insurance that is accepted at the hospital. And there are ATM's in the Hospital area, who are normally also work at night, if I remember correctly last time in Duma

[@shanemontgomery2416]

You can have health insurance and they will still find a reason to charge you cash

[@wickman.r4662]

Thanks for excellent Dumaguete video.

[@jasonking6892]

Looks Good Expat🇺🇲 lives in Colombia 🇨🇴 thinking of moving to moving go SE Asia Great video Good Advice 👍

[@Michael-cu5fg]

How is it living in Colombia

[@jasonking6892]

@@Michael-cu5fg been here 4 years not bad no Tourists Nice

[@JamesHickman-g5c]

Stay in Colombia, moving is expensive and you're not as far from home.

[@lcinflorida8728]

This vid put a smile on my face! TY 😃👍

[@Alex_Kosh]

Thank you for your support 😊 glad to hear that

[@scrubjay93]

Thank you - I hear people are very friendly in the Philippines💚 I pay $105/month for internet in Washington state, USA.

[@Universal-Freedom]

How much is your total monthly expenses in Washington ??

[@darrenjones2396]

Dammmmmmm internet in the phil is $20 bucks

[@TheOdek1974]

Lot of scammers too

[@JunBermz]

@@TheOdek1974Were you scammed? Don’t be a Pinay simp if you have no game. 😅

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

You heard wrong. Rude, racist, violent people.

[@marietagomata8242]

Nice video,learn a lot,watching from new zealand, full support..keep safe..

[@quackersna]

Totally reasonable. I get so tired of hearing people say you can't make it there with less than 2k.

[@BoldlyExplore]

Because they are still mentally in a spending trance equals happiness 😂

[@EvralTatum-Mcfield-ov2mi]

Yeah, the majority of vloggers, always coming up with $1,500 Or 2000 a month, Or you will be suffering and not living, if that was the case,you might as well stay home, and don't move overseas, of you don't have the amount they are suggesting!!

[@AlphaWebSoluitions]

It depends on your lifestyle. I have known foreigner-couples living in Manila quite comfortably on 1000 a month. If you want high class living, your condo alone may cost more than $3000 per month. 8-10 hour daily air-conditioning with fully automatic washing machine, electric stove. microwave may add $200 to the bill but some people (foreigner or local) have electric bills that ccsts aropund #2000 0per month. A couple could live comfortably in major cities (Philippine standard) with $2,000 a month. But if you chose Bonifacio Global City for example, $2.000 "may" not be enough

[@yrosales546]

@@AlphaWebSoluitionsagree. It depends on your lifestyle. For ordinary living , a single person will need $1000, no bars/clubs or gf. $2000 or more if you are fond of those last 3.

[@AlphaWebSoluitions]

@@yrosales546 your monthly budget does depend on your lifestyle but I have known a new zealander and his filipina wife leaving in ermita, manila for under P50,000 a month (little shy of US$1k). There are also couples living in P160k condos(US$3k) in BGC.

[@wvc72]

Does the philippine allow permanent residency for Americans? And how much does it cost to get it?

[@TSBye-qo1vc]

There are a few different permanent residence options, SRRV (retirement visa), 13A (if married to a local) 13 Quota (50 per country per year), but you can also easily stay 3 years straight as just a tourist. That 3-year count can easily be reset at any time with a quick exit and re-entry.

[@setha360]

Tourist visa can be extended up to 3 years

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

No.

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

@@TSBye-qo1vc SRRV is no permanent residency. You can't stay 3 years as a tourist. Quota visa in impossible. All WAY too expensive.

[@CK1NY]

They only give 2 month tourist visas. Must renew every 60 day in their office in person.

[@florentinocruz5856]

Great video, very informative. Thanks for sharing.

[@anthonyjackson1446]

Great video and info and scenery of this part of the Philippines .. thanks for sharing..🙌🏼👍💪😃👏🏼📸

[@qlddrones]

Is it safe to eat bay marie food in the Philippines? We've always avoided it in other Asian countries because we don't know how long the food has been sitting in the warming dishes, which can be a breeding ground for bacteria.

[@davidcovert8472]

Awesome video

[@yuriyzenda5857]

I think Alex did a very detailed and sober description of his expenses. He seems to be very budget conscious. For me, I might need to double that as I am not sure I could be happy downgrading from current life to that bare bones level. BTW, is Alex from Ukraine? Asking for a friend.

[@Alex_Kosh]

Thank you for your kind words. I'm from Russia but I permanently moved to the Philippines

[@johnclark8637]

Are a lot of Russians able to speak english?@@Alex_Kosh

[@Alex_Kosh]

@@johnclark8637 not really but we have English as second language in school

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

@@Alex_Kosh How did you get a visa? It's impossible. And how are you so wealthy? I'm American and it's impossible!

[@vipeton.8927]

​@@Flat_Earth_Sophia Many people has money in Russia. Alex seems to be very likeable guy

[@2GringosOnTheGulf]

Great video my friends. 👍🏼 Thanks for sharing. Wow much cheaper than here. 😮 Cheers from 2 Canadians 🇨🇦 living in Mexico.🇲🇽

[@LivingOverseasTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@tonytillotson7435]

Thanks Alex.....It's great to see you can live on $700 a month whilst eating out most meals. It just shows what you can do with careful planning.

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

But jobs pay $20 a month are are racist.

[@jcadbro7260]

you're at skewers my korean friend runs the place! it nice to see you guys enjoying the city.😊🎉

[@gregoryglen4090]

Thank you for this great information

[@Alex_Kosh]

Glad to hear that 😊

[@wicksbusiness]

Me and the wife have been living here for 4 years quite well for about $800 a month. We do have our own property and house built and paid for. That keeps the accommodation costs down. But we also have a new Toyota that brings the cost up again. So yes, you can live on $800 or even less depending on where you choose to live.

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

Liar. Foreigners can't own property.

[@JuniorMurray13]

Hello I came across your page while searching for remote work to live in Philippines and I was wondering if you have any remote work me and my gf can get into even if we’re making below 1k a month , I was wanting to move so I could train martial arts to fight professionally and to also get away from the toxic lifestyle of where were living so I’m taking the leap but just need a way to make usd if possible please let me know it would be a blessing and we can set up a video call or I could send my email for you to get to know me more because I understand it'll be hard to make a decision under a youtube comment to see if we’re the right fit to work with you or help find work

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

@@JuniorMurray13 1k won't buy you lunch in the expensive Philippines.

[@davidbrown3971]

How do you own property when foreigners aren't allowed.

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

Yeah, how did you buy a house, when thats illegal? And its near impossible to live on 800 a month. Especially for 2 people. You could spend more than that on 1 meal.

[@JtJt-pd6wn]

Thanks for this informative video Alex. This is just what l have been looking for. I hope there are more clips like this on youtube so that l can get an idea of Dumaguete and surrounding places Very informative.

[@Badger345]

Great content thanks 😊 Can you please include links for additional content you mentioned

[@smokinjoe90]

fantastic, informative video, thanks for the upload..

[@MrJrweir]

Informative, also an eye opener of how best to live, single, on the cheap😂

[@Randor707]

Pea, you are just amazing. I've been enjoying your videos for several years & you keep getting better. Rand in Iloilo.

[@cliffrussell4281]

I retired to the Philippines but my philipino wife scammed me then deserted me and went back in the UK fortunately l had paid for my house so no rent or mortgage so i live on 48k pesos a month and i have a maid that looks after me its great living here but do not get involved with a philipino women as they expect you to keep there extended family and that can bankrupt you so be warned

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

Foreigners can't own houses.

[@augustjohnnycrashed]

Did you get a pre nup? I iust married a Filipina, we were together 17 months before we married, i revealed her bullshit early on

[@KevinMullin-iz9bp]

I heard many horror stories that back your statement about Filipinas and thier families. Thanks.

[@augustjohnnycrashed]

@@KevinMullin-iz9bpShes better now, had gambling addiction, I wouldn’t marry her till she got clean of that

[@augustjohnnycrashed]

Guaranteed that was only food available on menu, out of stocks sorry po😂

[@koolazzice447]

Food prices are similar to Thailand but I think TH is even cheaper and definitely more delicious. I've been to both Countries

[@JamesHickman-g5c]

Filipino food isn't too good or healthy. You're much better off eating at home.

[@haha-eg8fj]

Yes and Malaysia is even cheaper and more options. And I can have buffet for two in a small city in China with $5.5. The Philippines is expensive for its income level.

[@Brian-qg9bm]

A trick I learned from drinking... I mean "living" in Mexico: When first on the scene and learning the basics, eat where you see cops going to eat. If the food is bad, the cops aren't going to keep eating there and/or the place isn't going to stay open. I've found this applies to every other part of the world I've been to.

[@LivingOverseasTV]

@Brian-qg9bm, Good tip. Thanks for the advice.

[@Brian-qg9bm]

@@LivingOverseasTV Denada Amigo.

[@richardhowe5583]

What is the name and address of the first place you ate first on the video.. big buffet looked amazing and I would love to eat there after I moved to the Philippines in a couple of months.. was that in dumaguete or what town was it in.. thanks 👍

[@jasongriffith6225]

Great video! Would have liked to see his place to see

[@Hornscope]

Very informative video. Btw, what's the cost of dentistry

[@Alex_Kosh]

About $25 per dental filling

[@daveg695]

I like the gym. Do they have any healthy food options? Western grocery stores?

[@Alex_Kosh]

I tried to answer on this question in one of my previous videos kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5axgJ6Km9OlmJYsi=h4UtahAJhMqzXpKW

[@Ai-vq8rj]

Philippines is a western country.

[@bhinbayoucity5691]

​@@Ai-vq8rjtheres S&R & Landers, both carry western food items, but itll cost more due to shippkng costs from the USA.

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

@@Ai-vq8rj No it's not! It's in SE Asia, you twit!

[@si-tv9ne]

PHILIPPINE HAVE COSTCO - IKEA AND MANY MORE

[@herohero8620]

Do you know anything about butaan city in mindinow .not sure i spelled it right

[@RobbieBlue]

If i wanted baked chicken and veggies are there restaurants like that. Id try to eat healthy overseas

[@cranetrucker1298]

Baked chicken is plentyful, veges are harder to come by(esp high quality)...but plenty of fruit. Im from nz and if i lived here id grow my own vege.

[@hellonoitsfine9681]

Love Philippines from Bangladesh

[@KevinMullin-iz9bp]

I can keep a budget under US $1000/mo in San Juan, La Union Ph. I have a modest pension of about $1300/mo so I actually get ahead a little each mo.

[@LivingOverseasTV]

@KevinMullin-iz9bp, Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment on your personal experience. I'm sure people will find it helpful.

[@barbaraburnette9641]

Good video. Thank you.

[@matthewconner463]

Great 👍🏾 information 🌴🌴

[@Lane9693]

Does the Phillipines offer a rerirement visa ?

[@MSWcryptoworker]

Do they take credit cards at the hospital?

[@haha-eg8fj]

$5.5 for that two meals? I can have buffet for two in a small city in China. The Philippines is expensive for its income level.

[@luisd8917]

What city is ground zero at❓️

[@Stevenhufnagel]

It can be done for way less. You just have to be smart about it. I have traveled in many countries, not just the Philippines and always managed on a few hundred. You have to think outside the box and always remember that less is more.

[@alltexasvending5854]

Sure if you want to live in the province. This is just surviving. And I been to 40* countries too.

[@ingobaab]

Whats the name of that bar with pool and darts?!😊

[@Alex_Kosh]

Skewers

[@DWilliam1]

How long does it take for your stomach to get used to the food? I get sick whenever I eat the local food almost anywhere outside the US.

[@christypadogdog9329]

drink a little soda to kill the bacteria to avoid getting sick then as time passes your body adapts

[@AlphaWebSoluitions]

Dumaguete is a provincial city albeit, developed, and the cost o living is cheaper. In major cities, you still can live under $1000 if you live on the thrift side (but decently). A family of 4 can still live comfortably with $2000 a month within major cities (Philippine standard). Of course this excludes living in cosmopolitan cities and with western standards.

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

It's "p" not "$".

[@BennyJSr.]

Awesome info. How much is it to rent/buy a motorcycle/moped

[@LivingOverseasTV]

@BennyJSr., A used bike may be as little as $400 USD. A new scooter will be around $1,400 USD.

[@wicksbusiness]

@@LivingOverseasTV Better to buy a new motorcycle. They tend to drive things into the ground a lot. You can still get one for around $1000 US new if all you need is a basic bike.

[@user-mp1lt9cl5v]

Nice video. Would love a similiar video in the San Juan/San Fernando/Bacnotan area (La Union)

[@johnparise418]

Is cdo cheaper?

[@Gogies777]

If one can cover these major source of expenses like rent + utilities, food, medical insurance and transpo then you are on top of everything. Everything else will be optional. Now if you like having a fun lifestyle like if you enjoy nightlife, malling and other recreation, you will need to be careful as these can be the main reason why you could spend more than your budget. $700 is a realistic budget but won't be advisable for the first few months living here and if you want luxurious way of living. You need to have an emergency fund too for unexpected events like accidents or you want to get our quickly. At $1000 you will be have a middle class to upper middle class lifestyle over there. Lived in the PH for the first 20+ years of my life so that's for credibility.

[@EvralTatum-Mcfield-ov2mi]

A $1000 is more than reasonable, no need for the $1,500 a month, if you are single and not have be at bars every weekends!

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

Good luck surviving on 700 pesos a month being white. lol

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

@@EvralTatum-Mcfield-ov2mi I have 8 kids and we live on 1,000 a month. But don't forget, immigration costs 3,000 a month, PER PERSON!

[@fdwaller]

alex did not mention electric, water, or add in his medical costs

[@patrickglennon7058]

How much is a modest hotel room monthly

[@Daniel-ox2zr]

I've visited there there's no way I could live on that amount of money. Glad some people can. I suggest at least $2000 a month.

[@Alex_Kosh]

I recently recorded interview with my American friend. He agree with you, he spend from $2700 per month

[@lawrencemorgan3299]

But that could be said of anything. The point of the KZbin is that he lives on $700. What is the point of your comment? I live on $700 in Thailand, Guatemala and in my off grid Hut in America

[@edhall9656]

the video aint about you "danny boy"

[@cynthiagonzalez658]

​​​@@Alex_Kosh You can live on that in NYC 😂 if you are frugal and got a seniors freeze on your rent 🤣 Yup, and there's 3 of us. You must really be living large in the Philippines. You got lots of Pinoy friends, yes⁉️

[@alexdetagxi8148]

Man If you can't live like the guys on this video and you want to spend more money because you have more than they have, I think that is your choice don't try to impose your lifestyle on another fella. You wouldn't try that shit here in the states. I guarantee you.

[@Noonemay]

I actually just got back from the philippines. It depends where you live. if you live around bgc mandaluyong area. 1 bedroom condo at shang ri la is about 1k usd a month. food outside 10USD per meal

[@mochapoundcake]

1:25 Foodnet is a cafeteria, called turo-turo (literally point-point) by the locals.

[@montedreams1]

Hello,. Was there a FOREIGNER FEE added to your HOSPITAL costs each time? If so how much was it? Thank you!

[@Alex_Kosh]

There's no official foreigner's fee. But some doctors can try to scam you asking $10000 for dislocated bone in shoulder. Because some of them are renting rooms in clinics and work like a small business inside.

[@Ai-vq8rj]

If you had a dislocates shoulder you dont go to doctor but instead find a Hilot which can do a massage and bobe realignment. They can also tell if you really need a doctor.Hilots are really good they are like a chiropractor but with traditional medicine practice.

[@Trust_but_Verify]

@@Ai-vq8rj Is Hilot same as chiropractor? How much is typical Hilot service?

[@anthonybroomfield5162]

Yes I stayed in a hotel ( circle inn) Bacolod for far less than that. I ate out several times per day and paid for extended family dinners too for far less. I take jeepney trikes and taxis several times per day everyday for far less. I frequent bar daily and drank heavy for far less plus I bought beer for my hotel room. I ate and shop daily for far less. I taken several hospital visit for insects bites for far less. I even shop for others and gave out money to needy people and I only spend about 13000 dollars for 32 day vacation. I was living large. My average meal cost me about 700.00 pesos. I was eating western style food even though I was in the filipines. I even ordered fresh caught grouper fish when I ate out at restaurants along the ocean front. I ate. Lot at Japanese and Chinese restaurants along at eating at sm mall Asian buffet. Many day trips and sight seeing daily. Life was a adventure daily for me

[@beehive5835]

Which city gives the best bang for your buck?

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

Manila. But why would anyone want to live in the worst nation on earth?

[@judithgrace9850]

Kosher Soul Food is delicious. Pork is deadly. Hola from Mexico. ❤❤❤❤

[@berry1669]

how is crime and safety?

[@Alex_Kosh]

I don't have official crime statistics. I feel safe. Sometimes something happens, like everywhere else in the world. For example, the murder of the governor or there was a case of a crazy tramp attacking a local woman with a knife. I think stealing is the most common crime, and yet not as common as in big cities like Manila

[@realmercy]

Did he mention the cost of taking Filipina s for dinner, restaurants, or just courting?

[@Alex_Kosh]

$2 - $20

[@Trust_but_Verify]

@@realmercy self service is free.

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

Horrible! Most violent nation in Asia. Terrorism, bandits, racism, culture of violence, Especially towards foreigners.

[@frankkluz9787]

Well -- I sure hope I can make my $1500 SS income work over there ? -- Lipa City is reported to be very cheap and cooler weather at 1000 feet elevation. Has easy day trips to Manila for fun or quality hospitals if needed. An hour to the beaches. Beautiful scenery and about everything you need. -- It's been reported to cost a single person $750 / mo. to live there. (( 1/2 of my income. )) 😃

[@keith-kb1zl]

as lon as you avoid women and bars you’ll be just fine 😉😉

[@micah3823]

@@keith-kb1zl avoid women and bars? What's the fun in that? Thats the main reason I would relocate ...

[@peteralvarez3039]

then $1500 is barely enough

[@RussellHank-t3t]

I'm definitely visiting Dumaguete to enjoy the food.

[@alexandrasmith7682]

I was a single female doctor ..... My expenses ran to $3500 a month. I obviously wasn't hanging around at the bars but when we went out for dinner it was high end. I lived in a private suite at a hotel where my cleaning and laundry was done, they also ensured that a member of private security escorted me from the hospital to my apartment at night. As far as medical treatment, the costs add up quick if something serious happens like heart attacks, strokes, cancer - get a decent health insurance if you are older.

[@Stevenhufnagel]

That is your lifestyle cost.

[@jackwill3578]

HOT SPRINGS (RED ROCKS) IS NICE AND SO RELAXING AND MEETING PEOPLE FROM ALL OVER !

[@uly334]

How do you get your visa papers done ?

[@TSBye-qo1vc]

Go to one of the many Bureau of Immigration offices spread around the country, fill out a 1-page extension application, and pay an extension fee. It can also be done online at the Bureau of Immigration e-services website now without ever visiting an office.

[@uly334]

@@TSBye-qo1vc can you help me with this please?

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

@@TSBye-qo1vc Too expensive.

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

Almost impossible. Too many forms, and too much money.

[@paulcarlson4230]

Be there many times,if you dont need to workout,or pool or bars or nice food or doctor,you will spend more ,but if you are really tight and squeaky maybe 1200 dollars

[@markbigelow2608]

Does the apartment include a clothes washer?

[@Alex_Kosh]

In apartment I mentioned they have laundry service inside, it cost about 5$ per 7 kg

[@janettedavis6627]

What area of the Phillipines are you in. ? Please advise. Thank You. ❤

[@ROB-fu1nk]

Nice

[@RobbieBlue]

I think id want western food that would be my issue

[@abcdjkx]

1:50 The food looks really tasty!

[@JamesHickman-g5c]

Filipino food is mostly not too good, but you can cook at home.

[@JoranWooten]

Philippines so beautiful

[@qwintisntial1792]

Great Video BROTHER!!!What City was he in for $688?

[@LivingOverseasTV]

Alex is living in Dumaguete.

[@gcam12000]

At night medical care it’s gotta be emergency room service and you only have to pay less than $200 without insurance? Try it in the States oh and the dreaded 3-8 hr wait, consider it a bargain.

[@EarnestKaraoke]

What city?

[@TSBye-qo1vc]

Dumaguete in the video.

[@christopherkawecki8544]

I have diferent expiwrience.i cook at home potato $3 kg meat more expensive than in the west specially beef bit pricy.milk $4a liter cheese ham is a luxury. good bread and cakes r expensive.so i spend about $300 on food.i eat out once every few days to eat nice pizza or clean restaurant.i dont eat old food with flies at food court after i poison myself so bad. So i spend about $100 on restaurants.rent is questionable because if u r on holidays u can tolerate anything but on the long run u want confortable place.so it will cost u at least $300 a month.i spend $200 on masage i love it. Entertainment $200 Going places and shoping$100 to $200 a month.motorbike petrol service taxis at least$100 Alcohol $50 Medical and other expenses internet 100 to 200. Thats minimum if u have bad spending habits its double. Btw i dont eat rice often maybe once a week.? Im lucky my gf doesnt do nails make up clothes or anything.if u have a greedy gf she will cost u $500a month ive been with girls like this b4. If i ever retire there i go to emty place not like manila or cebu and buy farm so i can have my own food. Still u need to buy olive oil at $15 a bottle or butter at $5.its more expensive than in the west exept alcohol which is cheap.same with smokes if u smoke much u will b happy in phil. If u r single its great because u can have hundreds of girls they like foreigners.i got bored with diferent girls i found a good one.good luck dont watch one guy .he is russian and he doesnt eat potatoes and bread? Give him time he will miss it lol.

[@LivingOverseasTV]

@christopherkawecki8544, Thanks for taking the time to leave a detailed comment sharing your personal experience. I'm sure people will find it helpful.

[@laurencehyde2168]

Unbelievable ,the hospital would send him away ,till the morning ,with his leg unstitched,"bring your cash" and we will fix it then. That hospital should be reported to WHO, should be ashamed of themselves.

[@alexdetagxi8148]

You got a point I think that needs to be addressed through their congress by the locals also

[@davidbrown3971]

He seems fine. Wtf

[@RyanSeavey-q7m]

Can’t do a whole lot for $700 a month but it’s doable

[@jeffsousa2009]

Where are you ? What city ?

[@LivingOverseasTV]

The video was shot in Dumaguete, Philippines.

[@mysticvirtue8886]

How can i get a hold of the dome people i would like to rent it?

[@sirraymondluxuryyacht8131]

I just figured out what his accent reminds me of...Anatoly the gym prank guy!!! LOL Cool accent

[@riverpapa-gw2ey]

Nice vlog......

[@w.terrace5394]

I'll live in Tijuana instead, because I can park my car on the other side and walk over there. I believe the cost of living is a little more but much closer to the US.

[@danielalonzo7445]

Exactly living on the border is much better. I live in Tecate, and I can be in San Diego in an hour, instead of a 16 hour flight, costing up to a thousand or more usd

[@si-tv9ne]

I WILL NEVER RETIRE IN MEXICO - I DO NOT TO GAMBLE MY SAFETY SINCE I DO NOT KNOW WHEN WILL MEXICAN NARCOS GANG WILL ATTACK WHICH TOWN IS NEXT VICTIM...!!!!

[@timothybricker615]

At least you don't get shot or your head get chopped up like gang infested Mexico. Too many violent crimes in Mexico

[@greyowl750]

I live well on $1000 canadian. 2 bedroom 2yr old apt. All in...for myself AND my filipina. No problem.

[@kyotango]

134,000 people and only 1 movie theater 😢

[@sunshineanderson2317]

Is that Reynalyn?

[@brucedavis6244]

HI I'm new Sub thank you for great information I'm want to go to Philippines

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

Why would you want to go to the worst nation in the world???

[@jr.6199]

For health, there is nothing more important than what you put in your body or on your body. Always searching out cheap food can ruin your health. There is no life witnout health.

[@Trust_but_Verify]

The cost for 2 dental cleaning a year? Annual physical with blood test?

[@Stevenhufnagel]

Stay at home if you think that way.