Live in the Philippines

Live in the Philippines helps expats with visas, moving and other services regarding the Philippines.

Safety in the Philippines

When I moved to the Philippines in 2000, the biggest concern that my family and friends expressed to me was about the safety of living in the Philippines.  Others who have made the move have told me that they experienced the same concern from their family and friends back home.

The truth is that safety is a concern these days no matter where in the world you may live.  Whether it is in the USA, Europe or anywhere else, safety must be considered, and the Philippines is no different.

Read the articles in this archive to learn more about safety issues for those living in the Philippines.

One big problem in the Philippines is the number of scams that will be tried on you if you live here or are just visiting.  There are a lot of scammers out there and you must be careful and always keep in mind that the person you are dealing with may be trying to scam you.  For more information about Scams in the Philippines, read our archive about Philippine Scams.

Many foreigners who move to the Philippines (primarily Americans) are concerned about wanting to own a Gun for their own protection in the Philippines.  Read about gun ownership in the Philippines in our archive about Guns.

Want gun? Why travel?

Expats, Guns, Safety

Earlier this week, Jay Stainback submitted an article for publication here on LiP, entitles “Have gun will travel… just not in the Philippines“. It is a good article and generated lots of response. Over my years of my living in the Philippines, 18 years and counting… There are two issues which generate a lot of […]

Safety: USA vs. Philippines

Safety, Travel

I know that some people will consider this topic to be controversial. But, if you comment and have not watched the video you might not sound very smart! Watch the video and see what I actually have to say, then feel free to leave your comments, whatever it is that you wish. I call ’em […]

Breach of Security

Safety

Funny thing, less than 2 weeks ago I wrote an article about Personal Safety for Expats. Just a week later (last week) we had a serious security incident at our home. I would not really say that the incident was “expat” related, rather it was something that could happen regardless of where the person was […]

Personal Safety for Expats

Safety

If you are a foreigner and you are going to live in the Philippines, security is something that you should keep on your mind. I am not the type that constantly worries about my safety. I have lived in the Philippines for more than 17 years, and really I don’t get too concerned about safety […]

Mindanao not safe: Not true at all!

Expats, Safety, Travel

I got a comment from somebody. She left it a few days ago on one of my posts that was published 3-4 years ago. I was shocked she left this comment. Here’s what she said: “Why do you want go there. That place is red zone, because it’s filled with Muslims extremist. Mindanao is not wise place. […]