Before You Land in the Philippines (21 Things)

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If you’re planning to retire, relocate, travel long-term, or meet someone in the Philippines, these are the 21 things you need to know before your plane touches down.

This isn’t fantasy content. This is practical preparation — the kind that saves money, prevents stress, and protects you from expensive mistakes.

Below are the full timestamps so you can jump to what matters most:

⏱ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Land in Manila or Cebu City

03:05 – E-Travel Registration

03:27 – Onward Ticket Rule

04:10 – Visa Extensions

04:55 – OTP Codes & Banking Access

06:04 – Don’t Book Long-Term Rentals Blind

07:20 – ATMs, Not Airport Exchange

07:35 – Multiple Payment Methods

09:01 – Download the Right Apps

09:29 – This Is Not the West

10:09 – Don’t Drink Tap Water

10:48 – Dengue Awareness

11:49 – Sidewalks & Road Conditions

13:22 – Food Safety

13:55 – Heat & Hydration

14:14 – You Marry the Family

14:32 – Don’t Arrive as a Rescuer

15:01 – Indirect Communication

15:18 – Money Norms Are Different

15:33 – Inbound Dating App Attention Is Mostly Trash

16:43 – DO NOT ARRIVE TO MEET A WOMAN YOU HAVE NOT VETTED

Bonus Tips

19:23 – Where You Live Matters

20:21 – Who You Listen To

21:19 – Money & Women

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