The Mabuhay Welcome Kit
Welcome! “Mabuhay” is a heartfelt Filipino greeting that means “long live,” and it perfectly captures the spirit of the journey you are about to begin. This welcome kit is your central resource hub, a curated collection of our most essential guides and tools designed to help you navigate every step of your path to finding love and happiness in the Philippines.
Think of this as your roadmap to success. From the first cultural questions to the practical steps of marriage and life abroad, these resources will provide the clarity and confidence you need to build a strong, respectful, and lasting relationship. Your journey starts here.
Your Interactive Planning Tool
Interactive Philippines Lifestyle & Budget Planner
Design your dream life and get a personalized budget estimate with our interactive calculator. Compare your current expenses to the cost of living in the Philippines and see your potential savings in real-time.
Phase 1: The Dating Journey
The 20 Essential Do’s and Don’ts of Dating a Filipino Woman
Master the cultural etiquette and avoid common pitfalls with our definitive guide to winning her heart the right way.
Phase 2: Legal & Financial Planning
A Foreigner’s Guide to Marriage Paperwork in the Philippines
Navigate the crucial first step of your marriage journey by learning exactly how to secure your Certificate of Legal Capacity to Contract Marriage.
Protecting Your Future: A Guide to Prenuptial Agreements
Learn how a marriage settlement can provide financial clarity and security for both you and your partner before you say “I do.”
Can a Foreigner Own Property? Your Legal Guide to Real Estate
Understand the constitutional rules and discover the legal pathways to safely buying a home or condominium in the Philippines with your wife.
Phase 3: Building Your Life Together
Beyond “I Do”: Navigating Your Role as a Foreign In-Law
Discover the keys to successfully integrating into a Filipino family, from understanding expectations to mastering the art of “pakikisama.”
Phase 4: Inspiration & Real Stories
From LDR to Lifelong Love: Real Success Stories
Be inspired by the true stories of couples who bridged the distance and built beautiful lives together, proving that the journey is worth it.
Your Journey Starts Now
With this knowledge at your fingertips, you are better prepared than ever to find the loving partnership you’ve been searching for. The next step is to take action.