Want to marry a Filipina? Bill seeks additional requirements on foreign boyfriends

[grahamw48]

I read somewhere that the R.P signed the UN charter which uphold`s the right to marry without limitations.
Perhaps those to be affected by this law (If its passed) should get together and advise the UN.

I wonder if they signed the one about divorce.

[fred]

I wonder if they signed the one about divorce.

No..They are only authorized to sign that one via their proxy..
The Pope.

[Arthur Little]

I wonder if they signed the one about divorce.

AGAIN, Graham ... 'd be more like the thing!

Now ... assuming the motives of the proponents of this bill are truly genuine ... then surely the best way forward would be to protect the interests of those ladies trapped in abusive marriages, by making it
a darned sight easier for them to extract themselves from such a horrendous domestic situation.

[andy222]

My guess is, some foreigners have abused the women out there but, yet again, the genuine ones will have to pay the price. If it comes to it, a good character reference I suppose could be obtained from the police, ie CRB but my fear is this will be another expense.

[Harry T]

Definitely another expense and another delay. After all, we here in the UK already have to have a minimum income of £18,600, so I guess this means a DRB check now also.

It will only put people off marrying a Filipino, as has already been said.

What about Filipinos working abroad as slave labour? That's where more of the focus should be, and it would be far more beneficial to the people concerned and the Philippines' Economy.

[proudMummy]

As you all should know by now, the Philippine government is made up mostly of hypocrites. Just take the all so controversial, never been passed Divorce Law. Keep the "family union" (as influenced by the Catholic Church) even if two people are clearly unhappy together, or one of the parties (in most cases the woman) is being abused but can't do anything about it because there is no sure and cheap way to get out of the so-called marriage.

[Arthur Little]

Just take the all so controversial, never been passed Divorce Law. Keep the "family union" (as influenced by the Catholic Church) even if two people are clearly unhappy together, or one of the parties (in most cases the woman) is being abused but can't do anything about it because there is no sure and cheap way to get out of the so-called marriage.

... precisely my point in #33!

[Arthur Little]

... precisely my point in #33!

... high time the lily~livered Filipino politicians stood up to the dictatorial hierarchy in the Church of Rome and defied its archaic doctrines ... just as the Tudor King Henry VIII did (albeit, admittedly, for less honorable reasons!!!) some 41/2 centuries ago.

[Iani]

Tell you what, they want to defend their women - well make a start by forbidding them to travel to certain toilet states, to be treated worse than slaves?

[marksroomspain]

Like I said in earlier post it puts us guys off from marrying a filipina and to go elsewhere.

It's a shame that there are many genuine girls out there and I also know it works both ways there are scammers also as well as westerners who use these girls for degrading purposes.

Mmm...a funny one this, lets just see the potential outcome...

[fred]

From what I can tell, this has not been passed into law just yet.

If it ever was, then the best way around it would be to get married in another ASIAN country - like Thailand or HK - instead of R.P.

[London_Manila]

The Philippines is becoming a very insular country
As long as new rules match what a typical Pinoy male earns
Of course it will not be and who sets these targets anyway?

Probably down to the fact that "whiteys" get the pick of the best looking woman and the typical local pinoy don't even get a look in = more red horse diba

Will these new rules apply to pinoy males also = of course not!

[fred]

Will these new rules apply to pinoy males also = of course not!

Why should they??

Filipino`s are decent law abiding proud people.

Not ugly,arrogant undesirables like us!

[Michael Parnham]

Why should they??

Filipino`s are decent law abiding proud people.

Not ugly,arrogant undesirables like us!

Hold on Fred, I would have thought all the guys on this Forum are decent, law abiding people and handsome, loving, caring, too!

[fred]

Hold on Fred, I would have thought all the guys on this Forum are decent law abiding people and handsome, loving, caring, too!

Well according to Gwendolyn F. Garcia we are all potential "vagabonds" and should be vetted as such!

[SimonH]

Well according to Gwendolyn F. Garcia we are all potential "vagabonds" and should be vetted as such!

Guilty as charged your honour

[joebloggs]

Well according to Gwendolyn F. Garcia we are all potential "vagabonds" and should be vetted as such!

That's how the British gov sees us too!!

Doesn't Garcia know the British gov already has a minimum financial requirement to bring your spouse here

[SimonH]

That's how the British gov sees us too!!

Doesn't Garcia know the British gov already has a minimum financial requirement to bring your spouse here

She probably does, but I don't think it's specific to British. Not sure what the spousal visa requirements are for other countries

[joebloggs]

USA same as UK,

Proof of Financial Support and Affidavit of Support forms

During the visa interview, applicants will be required to present evidence to the Consular Officer that they will not become a public charge in the United States. You may present evidence that you are able to financially support yourself or that your U.S. citizen spouse is able to provide support. The Consular Officer may request that a Form I-134, Affidavit of Support, be submitted by the U.S. citizen spouse.

You have to have an income of 125% of the current Federal poverty guideline for your household size,

2014 POVERTY GUIDELINES FOR THE 48 CONTIGUOUS STATES
AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Persons in family/household Poverty guideline
For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $4,060 for each additional person.

1 $11,670
2 15,730
3 19,790

http://aspe.hhs.gov/poverty/14poverty.cfm

Looks a lot lower than the £18k6 a Brit needs looks around £13k for a couple

[Arthur Little]

Hold on Fred, I would have thought all the guys on this Forum are decent, law abiding people and handsome, loving, caring, too!

Michael, ... you speak for yourself!

[stevewool]

If the British Government are getting all they can from us trying to earn an honest few bob and to live happily with whoever you marry, then I can't blame the Philis Government trying to get in on the act and screw us too. Just my thoughts.

[Ako Si Jamie]

If I was to find another Pinay, I would either meet one in this country or live in the Philippines as Bf/Gf. It's bad enough dodging the bullets without having to wrestle with yet more red tape.

[Arthur Little]

If I was to find another Pinay, I would either meet one in this country or live in the Philippines as Bf/Gf. It's bad enough dodging the bullets without having to wrestle with yet more red tape.

, Jamie ... and a very warm back to the fold!

[Ako Si Jamie]

Salamat Arth.

What was it like in Perth when St Johnstone won the Cup in May? I bet it was buzzing!

[Arthur Little]

Salamat Arth.

What was it like in Perth when St Johnstone won the Cup in May? I bet it was buzzing!

Yup ... it sure was, mate! "O' When The Saints Go Marchin' In" took on a whole new significance, culminating in the jubilantly triumphant team being driven around the streets of the City Centre - atop a gaily decorated float - proudly holding aloft, the , the following afternoon.

[eddiek]

Hi guys,

Has this bill been actually passed?

[fred]

Hi guys,

Has this bill been actually passed?

Dont think so.. Pretty sure it needs to be read by the senate.