Retiring in the Philippines

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Category: What To Do

Published on Saturday, 21 January 2012 16:13

Why retire in the Philippines?

People

Filipinos are considered to be one of the most hospitable people in the world. Filipinos are very friendly and amiable to foreigners. Additionally, foreigners can easily communicate with Filipinos in English. The Philippines is the one of the largest English-speaking countries in the world. From the taxi drivers to shop assistants, most Filipinos speak and understand basic to conversational

Places

The Philippines is an archipelago full of natural and man-made wonders for retirees to enjoy. Retirees can visit many historical landmarks that are remnants of the Philippines' pre-colonial and colonial eras, such as the walled city of Intramuros and the American war structures at Corregidor. There are also many museums that feature relics and artifacts, showing the rich cultural history of the Philippines. On the countryside, retirees can experience breath-taking mountain sceneries, clear water beaches, dolphin and whale watching, and other nature-centered activities.

Pleasures

Retirees can enjoy a variety of health and wellness facilities in the Philippines. The country offers world-class medical facilities. Retirees can also avail of spa and wellness centers all over the country.

In relation to these, the cost of living in the Philippines is quite reasonable and retiree can find value for their money. The Philippines offers high quality products and services that are competitively priced.

The Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA)

The services of the PRA help facilitate the process of retirement in the Philippines for the prospective retiree. Among the services that the PRA provides are the airport greet and assist service, a 24/7 hotline ([+632] 848-1412), assistance service in obtaining government documents, among others.

Aside from the PRA, retirees can also find support in the retirees associations organized by other retirees who have chosen the Philippines to be their second home. Some of these are:

PRA Japanese Club

Website: http://pra.jpn.ph

--a non-profit organization established by Japanese nationals who are holders of the Special Retiree Visitors Visa (SRVV). This organization aims to foster camaraderie and cooperation among the Japanese senior citizens here in the Philippines, and is officially recognized by the Japan Embassy in the Philippines.

EURAMA Association

Website:http://www.retire-philippines.com/

--a gathering of retirees from Europe and the Americas (North and South) that aims to serve as a forum to discuss matters relating to PRA and SRVV.

United Korean Community Association, or UKCA

Website:http://www.korea.com.ph/

--the umbrella organization of 17 functional associations and 20 regional communities of Koreans in the Philippines. The association aims provide relevant information, social welfare and protection, as well as familiarity to all its members.

Useful links:

Philippine Retirement Authority | Bureau of Immigration

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