Moving to Philippines
The numbers that decide whether Philippines works, and the pages that go through each of them in detail.
- $2,086 is worth
- $5,761
- Healthcare / year
- $249
- Residency asks for
- a deposit of $15,000 to $50,000
2.76x
out of pocket, per person
Guides for Philippines
Philippines: common questions
How much does it cost to live in Philippines?
Measured against published price levels, $2,086 a month — the average US retired-worker benefit — has the purchasing power of about $5,761 in Philippines, a multiplier of 2.76. That is a comparison of price levels, not a budget: rent in a capital city will run well above the national average.
What does Philippines require for residency?
Philippines asks you to show a deposit of $15,000 to $50,000. The figure is pegged to a national index and is revised, so check the current requirement before you file.
What does healthcare cost in Philippines?
Out-of-pocket health spending in Philippines runs about $249 per person per year. Medicare does not travel, so an American pays privately or buys in locally.
Can I collect US Social Security while living in Philippines?
Yes. The Social Security Administration pays US citizens in almost every country; the exceptions are Cuba and North Korea, with several former Soviet states restricted. Philippines is not among them.