Retiring to the Philippines was founded in 2013 by a British expat who’s been living in Bacolod City since 2004. After a period away, the site is being rebuilt in 2026 with fresh content and updated information.
No agenda, no resort partnerships, no sponsored fluff. Just practical information for people seriously considering the move — visas, costs, healthcare, banking, and the day-to-day reality of life here.
If you’re doing your research, you’re in the right place.