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How to Apply for a Voluntary Member with PhilHealth

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philhealthBeing a PhilHealth member is really beneficial as not just you, but also your beneficiaries can take advantage of medical assistance. PhilHealth is the health insurance company administered by the Philippine government. All employers in the country are required to provide this benefit to their employees to secure the health and protection of Filipinos.

However, even unemployed people can benefit from PhilHealth assistance. If you are self-employed, or unemployed as of time being, you can still be a member under the Individually Paying Member category. This is also referred to as Voluntary Member by others. If you want to be a voluntary Philhealth member, here are what you need to do. [Read more…]

How to Apply as a Voluntary Member with the Pag-IBIG Fund

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Pag-IBIGPag-IBIG Fund allows dream homes to be possible through housing loans. It is a good thing that employers in the Philippines are required to provide this benefit to their workers. However, this program is not only limited to employees. Even unemployed individuals can also be a member of the Pag-IBIG Fund. They can fall into the Voluntary Member category. Moreover, anyone can be a volunteer member of Pag-IBIG, even those who are employed. For those who want to manage their own contributions, here are some details they would want to know. [Read more…]

How to Apply as a Voluntary Member with the SSS

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SSSFor non-government employees, they can secure their future by being a member of the Social Security System or SSS. There are several categories of SSS coverage, and a person will be under one of it depending on employment status.

For the employed members, who are under private companies, their employers are responsible of maintaining their SSS contribution. Those who own a business or are not under any company, they fall to the self-employed category, and they will be in-charge of their regular SSS payment. For those who are not employed, but would like to continue their SSS contribution, they will belong to the voluntary coverage. [Read more…]

How to Apply for a Passport in the Philippines

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Passport application in the Philippines has been made easier and less hassle. Applicants do not need to waste time waiting in long lines to get their passport. The process is now faster and more accessible, thanks to the Internet. All the applicants need to do is provide their personal details online and pick a date and time for their appointment. For DFAmore details of how to get a Philippine passport, here are the steps, requirements, and other information of how the application process goes.

  1. Prepare required documents

Applicants should prepare their NSO Birth Certificate, three (3) valid IDs (like BIR ID, driver’s license, and school ID), application form, and other documents that have their personal details. Each document must have two (2) photocopies. [Read more…]

14 Bad Habits that Filipinos should Break to Achieve Progress

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Habits are hard to break, and many people who have them are not even aware they possess them. We encounter them everywhere. We read them on the social media, in the comments left by Filipinos on a timely and popular post on Facebook, on a blog, or on a news website.

Oftentimes they are irritating, especially if you are a positive minded person because these habits are oozing with negativity. However, we must admit, we could also be guilty to having any of them. Of course Filipinos have good habits too. We are known to be hospitable, resilient, creative and many more.

But the situation of our country reflects the majority of our citizens. Face it, the Philippines is still a developing country, which means a less developed country compared to our neighbors Singapore, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea and Brunei. As a developing country, we still have many citizens who are suffering from poverty, starvation, homelessness, and lack of education. [Read more…]

8 Ways Filipino Parents Can Build a Better Nation for their Children

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“The strength of a nation is derived from the integrity of its homes” -Confucius

No parents have ever wanted a chaotic country to live in for their children. With the current situation of the Philippines—governed by some corrupt officials which affects the different sectors of the country—any parent would wish for a better environment for their family. This is one reason why some families decide to migrate abroad in hope to give their children a better future. However, migration is actually not necessary if only parents themselves would unite and start fighting for change in our nation. Through small steps by concerned citizens, the Philippines can change for the better. [Read more…]

12 Ways Filipinos Can Live a Good Life without Migrating Abroad

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“Men love their country, not because it is great, but because it is their own.” – Seneca

Your cousins are already in Canada; your best friend migrated to Australia just last month; and your nurse sister is planning to find a job in Dubai. Yes, it is sad that your loved ones are going far away, but you cannot blame them for wanting a better life. You believe their decision is wise, and you, yourself, also dream of working abroad after college graduation. It would be alright even if you miss your family as long as you can provide them their needs. The question is, why do Filipinos have to go outside of the country just to live a good life? [Read more…]

9 Reasons Why Corruption is more Devastating than a Super Typhoon

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“Power does not corrupt men; fools, however, if they get into a position of power, corrupt power.”
– George Bernard Shaw

After the super typhoon Yolanda or Haiyan struck Eastern Visayas, the Philippines got the attention of the world and many offered help to restore this part of the country. With billions of pesos collected from all the donations received, most, if not all, of the typhoon victims are supposedly staying in safe and comfortable houses by now. However, if you visit Tacloban City alone, you can see that many homeless people are still struggling to survive in tents and temporary bunk houses. There are also lots of victims who have not received any assistance yet. The question is, where are these donations now? [Read more…]

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FAQ.ph stands for Facts, Answers and Questions about the Philippines. It is an online place where you can read interesting facts, useful answers and frequently asked questions about our country, its places, events and people. Our mission is to share stories that will help Filipinos and the world gain knowledge about everything in the Philippines, including its beautiful spots, rich history, unique society, and solutions towards the nation's progress.

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