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The Education System in the Philippines

The school system in the Philippines used to follow the educational patterns of Spain and the United States, after their independence in 1946 the educational system changed completely. Before the…

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Volunteering in the Philippines

If you want to get to know a new country and its people and don’t necessarily need the money a paying job is offering, volunteering is a great way to…

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Social Security in the Philippines

When it comes to social security services in the Philippines, private-sector employees as well as domestic workers and self-employed people are covered. For Filipinos working abroad, it is possible to…

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Ninoy Aquino International Airport

Whether you come as a tourist or plan to live in the Philippines, chances are you will first set foot at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) in Manila. The…

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Tourist Visa

If you are planning a short holiday in Thailand you may not require a Thailand visa if you are citizen of one of the approximately 40 nations that qualify for…

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Asia

Marrying in Thailand

Marrying in Thailand Due to the beauty of the country many foreigners come to Thailand to get married, either with somebody from their own country or with a Thai national.…

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Asia

Jobs foreigners are not allowed to do in Thailand

Jobs foreigners are not allowed to do in Thailand There is a decree made in 1979 which prohibits Foreigners to work 39 occupations. Some of these prohibited jobs were modified…

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Finance

Tax Law

Whilst not being sophisticated law, the income tax laws in Thailand are quite encompassing, and prescribe that the following earnings are subject to tax in Thailand: All earnings derived from…

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North America

Working in Canada for Students

Working in Canada for Students Rules on working in Canada while studying in Canada have recently changed to make it easier for visiting students to work during their studies. Under…

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Opening a Canadian Bank Account

Opening a Canadian Bank Account Opening a Canadian Bank account, obtaining credit card and qualifying for a car loan or a home purchase mortgage are all made easy for new…