The world’s budget English teacher -According to BBC News-
The Philippines markets itself as being the third largest English-speaking nation – after the US and the UK, according to the Department of Tourism. With the relatively low living cost as compared to the western counterparts and other countries around the region such as Singapore, Hong Kong and Taiwan, the Philippines is fast becoming the world’s low-cost English language teacher. There is a rapid increase in overseas students coming to learn English or studying in English-speaking universities. Last year, the Philippines had nearly 30,000 foreign students from Korea, Japan, Taiwan, as well as Iran, Libya, Brazil and Russia. In the highly competitive international English learning market, the Philippines has the potential to catch up with other economies.
Due to the fact that the Philippines was colonized by the United States, most people here carry a strong American accent. This is somewhat unique as compared to other Southeast Asian countries such as Singapore and Malaysia, whereby their accents are generally more “British” rather than “American”. It is advantageous for the students from non-English speaking countries to stay here for an extended period as they would have the chance to practice English everywhere they go since English has been integrated into the lives of the locals. Also, due to the fact that labor cost is low in Philippines, you will find it much affordable to take up 1:1 English Speaking training here. Most students here learn how to speak English not just because of the teachers’ quality, but because they are being forced to immerse themselves into this English-speaking environment. Given that it is 3- 4 times cheaper than studying English abroad in other countries, it is definitely an experience worth trying for you!
So what are you waiting for? Come and experience this life changing experience yourself soon!
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Basic Information of Cebu City, Philippines
Famous St. Catherine’s Church
of Carcar City in Cebu
Cebu city is a melting pot of both the traditional and modern civilization of the Philippines. It was first discovered in 1521 by the Portuguese navigator Magellan. Cebu island is located in the center of the Visayas islands, surrounded by the Philippine archipelago islands with beautiful weather, clear water, soft sand, interspersed with palm-fringed fishing village.
Her beautiful natural scenery, unique and rich cultures have become the main attractions for both domestic and overseas tourists. Cebu is currently the second largest city of the Philippines, after Manila, accommodating a population of 1.8 million. It is also the Philippines’ main domestic shipping port and is home to about 80% of the country’s domestic shipping companies. This exotic tropical city is well-known to the names of the “southern capital of the Philippines” and “Queen of Southern Philippines” (Queen City of the South), “the next economic miracle”, etc. You will always find yourself lost in its breath-taking scenery.
Want to find out more about Study Information in the Cebu City? Check out our students’ blog here!
Want to find out more about Cebu lifestyle? Check out our students’ blog here!
Want to find out more about food and restaurants to go in Cebu? Check out our students’ blog here!
Want to know where to go in Cebu during weekends or for travel? Check out our students’ blog here!
And you can find out everything about Cebu here!
Who can enter the Philippines without entry visa?
Updated at: January 2020
A. Aliens from these countries may enter the Philippines without a visa, for an initial 30-days:
| 1. Andorra
2. Angola 3. Antigua and Barbuda 4. Argentina 5. Australia 6. Austria 7. Bahamas 8. Bahrain 9. Barbados 10. Belgium 11. Belize 12. Benin 13. Bhutan 14. Bolivia 15. Botswana 16. Brazil* 17. Brunei 18. Bulgaria 19. Burkina Faso 20. Burundi 21. Cambodia 22. Cameroon 23. Canada 24. Cape Verde 25. Central African Republic 26. Chad 27. Chile 28. Colombia 29. Comoros 30. Congo 31. Congo, Democratic Republic 32. Costa Rica 33. Cote d’Ivoire 34. Croatia 35. Cyprus 36. Czech Republic 37. Denmark 38. Djibouti 39. Dominica 40. Dominican Republic 41. Ecuador 42. El Salvador 43. Equatorial Guinea 44. Eritrea 45. Estonia 46. Ethiopia 47. Fiji 48. Finland 49. France 50. Gabon 51. Gambia 52. Germany 53. Ghana 54. Greece |
55. Grenada
56. Guatemala 57. Guinea 58. Guinea-Bissau 59. Guyana 60. Haiti 61. Honduras 62. Hungary 63. Iceland 64. Indonesia 65. Ireland 66. Israel* 67. Italy 68. Jamaica 69. Japan 70. Kazakhstan 71. Kenya 72. Kiribati 73. Korea (ROK) 74. Kuwait 75. Kyrgyzstan 76. Laos 77. Latvia 78. Lesotho 79. Liberia 80. Liechtenstein 81. Lithuania 82. Luxembourg 83. Madagascar 84. Malawi 85. Malaysia 86. Maldives 87. Mali 88. Malta 89. Marshall Island 90. Mauritania 91. Mauritius 92. Mexico 93. Micronesia 94. Monaco 95. Mongolia 96. Morocco 97. Mozambique 98. Myanmar 99. Namibia 100. Nepal 101. Netherlands 102. New Zealand 103. Nicaragua 104. Niger 105. Norway 106. Oman 107. Palau 108. Panama |
109. Papua New Guinea
110. Paraguay 111. Peru 112. Poland 113. Portugal 114. Qatar 115. Romania 116. Russia 117. Rwanda 118. St. Kitts and Nevis 119. Saint Lucia 120. St. Vincent and the Grenadines 121. Samoa 122. San Marino 123. Sao Tome and Principe 124. Saudi Arabia 125. Senegal 126. Seychelles 127. Singapore 128. Slovak Republic 129. Slovenia 130. Solomon Islands 131. South Africa 132. Spain 133. Suriname 134. Swaziland 135. Sweden 136. Switzerland 137. Tanzania 138. Tajikistan 139. Thailand 140. Togo 141. Trinidad and Tobago 142. Tunisia 143. Turkey 144. Turkmenistan 145. Tuvalu 146. Uganda 147. United Arab Emirates 148. United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland 149. United States of America 150. Uruguay 151. Uzbekistan 152. Vanuatu 153. Vatican 154. Venezuela 155. Vietnam 156. Zambia 157. Zimbabwe
|
*Brazilians and Israelis are given 59-day stay based on existing agreements.
B. Indians may be granted a visa-free entry for an initial stay not exceeding 14 days under the Foreign Service Circular No. 36-12, provided, that they possess:
- Unexpired US, Japanese, Australian, Canadian, Schengen, Singapore or UK visa or permanent residence permit;
- A national passport valid at least six (6) months beyond the contemplated stay;
- Return or onward ticket to the next country of destination;
- No Bureau of Immigration (BI), National Intelligence Coordinating Agency (NICA), and the International Police (Interpol) derogatory record.
The 14-day visa-free entry may be extended by an additional seven days for a maximum 21 days.
C. Under Foreign Service Circular (FSC) No. 112-11, the following may enter the Philippines for an initial stay not exceeding seven days provided that they possess a return or onward ticket:
- Holders of Hong Kong British passports; and
- Mainland Chinese for tourism with a unexpired Australian, Japanese, Canadian, Schengen or US visa.
Seven-day visa-free entry may be extended by an additional 14 days to complete a maximum 21 days.
HK-SAR passport holders may enter the Philippines for an initial 14 days.
D. Under FSC 122-11, Macau-SAR passport holders may enter the Philippines for an initial 14 days, provided, that they possess a return or onward ticket.
E. Under Operations Order No. SBM-2015-018, MECO ETA holders may enter the Philippines for an initial 30 days.
F. If you belong the countries that require visa, simply apply from the nearest Philippines embassy from your residence
