They off board tens of thousands of travelers every year and the statistics were deemed to be about 0.001% true risk of trafficking. 99.99% legitimate travelers who wasted savings, hard earned money and dreams for NOTHING. It is a disgrace.
Not everyone is trafficked. A lot tho overstay. Yes, most of them would return safely. Maybe take a look at the stats of how many have to be rescued by their government or embassy. If that # is even near 1%, it is far too many that justify scrutiny. I, too, whish it was easier. Where there is a will, there is a way. Read my post in the comments
My friend hired 2 Filipino caregivers to travel to America on work visa. As soon as she died one caregiver disappeared to become undocumented TNT. I wonder if the TNT did her job correctly or tried to hasten my friend's death. Unfortunately too many people in America do not follow the rules.
This offloading thing is so sad for the Philippine citizens. I remember Paul's video (old dog, new tricks) and all the stuff they had to do through and present for their trip to Thailand and his GF almost got offloaded.
My fiancé was turned away at the very last minutes before boarding a plane to meet up with me in Japan. We had even used a travel agent to make sure we had everything in order for the trip. An Immigration officer decided to hold her up because she didn't have a work release from her employer.? I lost 1000's of dollars and she cried many buckets of tears. But the immigration officer really showed us she was in power and in charge 👍 And the Travel Agent's response for their mistake was "Oh no, sorry about that. " So.... pay the extra money for a cancelable and changeable ticket or you might just learn the hard way like me. Looks like you went from Cebu to Singapore to Phuket?
Using an agency does not guarantee that a Filipino will be approved for exit from the Philippines. In fact, an agency's role is merely to submit your application on your behalf-something you can do on your own. Preparing the necessary paperwork is the applicant's responsibility; the agency's only task is to handle the submission.
Thank you Shay for sharing this with us. Everything you’ve mentioned is true! I took my Filipina to Hong Kong and Vietnam. We were able to navigate Immigration smoothly. Being together for 4 years (pictures to prove it) probably helped. Take care.
during my journey ive met a lot of people from the philippines working abroad for better income to provide for their families. really heartwarming stories i heard.
Its disgusting that the Philippine immigration is allowed to stop a law abiding person mainly women from traveling abroad. The whole overstay / working abroad is a BS argument because that is a 100% duty on immigration of the country they are going to and not the duty of Philippine immigration on exiting Filipina's. Checking you have a return ticket and a place to stay is one thing but beyond that its really just about controlling young women and/or the poorer people. Some of these immigration agents HATE seeing pretty Filipina's traveling with a foreigner and they really don't think of trafficking but just want to interfere and ruin her trip.
I disagree. Pls read my comment above. You have rights but you are not entitled. You government is responsible for you if/when you are in trouble abroad.
@@awakening80wtf are you talking about 🤡. Dude no government has a God given right to restrict your mobility unless you are a danger to others. We’re definitely entitled to move about planet so long as the receiving country is ok with it. Your native country has no right to control your life to such a degree. That kind of mentality is why governments eventually get overthrown because of over reach
There is a solution. It is called an Affidavit of Support and Guarantee. For that you have to go to your local Philippine Embassy to legalize it. I had my girlfriend coming to Vietnam to join me for a vacation. NO PROBLEM. Of course you also must have a return ticket and health insurance. But with that Affidavit from the Philippine Embassy it is very difficult if not impossible not to let you go.
A government should protect it's country's borders from those people coming in, not from its own people leaving. The Berlin Wall was in place to keep people inside, and everyone knew it was wrong.
Unfortunately, the country isn't doing a great job of protecting itself from those coming in, resulting numerous POGOs established here by criminals. It seems like the priorities are misplaced. 😂
@@reflections_with_Shay The thing is immigration officers are making money off of the bribes from the POGO workers. But they cant make any money from those Filipinas that are trying to go on vacation.
It is very confining for people. I am well travelled and experienced in life, but I cannot wrap my mind around the denial of travel that occurs. I can only say that it makes me happy not to have been born a filipino, because I would feel like a prisoner. 😢
300 years Spanish rule was enough. The Americans would never approve Philippines statehood. The Filipino population alone would be greater than California, NY state and Texas combined. Ask Puerto Rico how they feel not being able to vote.
@@jeretsohe doesn’t care bro. He’s most likely a racist because that’s some 🤡 💩 to say. Most Puerto Ricans do not benefit from that situation AT ALL. Just like most Filipinos wouldn’t.
Wow. I didn't know you get scrutiny from leaving and returning to your own country from your own government just to go through from a foreign immigration service is bad enough.
It would be devastating to be turned away at immigration, get your ducks in a row , complete your paperwork, have everything documented, tickets including return ones, visa if needed, passports with lots of time available to travel, money in your bank, travel insurance helps alot too.family ties in the Philippines. If travelling with a guy , your relationship status is great with him, and be confident don't panic ever, great topic you have here well done great advice is important😊
Whilst I fully understand the need to protect people from human trafficking, I wonder if the over zealous nature of some immigration officers is more akin to a power trip than genuine concern for a citizen. Are Malaysians, Singaporeans or Indonesians subject to the same level of scrutiny?
It is sad when we can't freely travel abroad to expand our horizons of cultures. I'll always remember visiting the deserts of Africa when I was 16. That adventure changed my life; thank you, Dad. The closing was heartfelt, Shay. We love you, too.
Return ticket back home is crazy, longest trip I have been away from my home country is 3 years, when my trip started, I didn't have any idea when I will be back home.
There are strong and weak passports. I am from the Netherlands and having a very strong passport Hengelo to problems with immigration. Many poor countries like the filipins have weak passports with the above mentioned problems.
I've seen both sides of the story. In Cambodia I met a Filipino who told immigration that he was going on vacation and could never leave his homeland. He told me that he has no intention of ever going back, because the Philippines might not let him leave again. On the other hand I have met lots of Filipinos that went to work for the 2 year work contract companies that send Filipinos to work in Dubai and Canada as restaurant, cleaning and nursing workers for $15/hr. These Filipinos seem to do the best, because after only working in Canada for like 1 or 5 years you can apply for citizenship. Any country you work for an extended period of time, you can apply for citizenship like Singapore.
I think what was "inadvertently" missed out was the chronic weakness of the Philippines passport which is way inferior to it's neighbors especially Singapore or Japan even Malaysia for that matter. Why aren't people from the Philippines trying to address that in their videos rather than a circuitous intervention on other factors?
I think it's sad. They treat you like you are a prisoner. You should have the right to go whenever and wherever you want. If you can afford to go then it should be none of their business. I can totally understand why people leave and don't go back.
Yes...I have tried to get a Filipina to the U S twice....unsuccessful. we had, I thot, solid documentation, but no...could not get her here. Does not seem fair.
There are so many people trapped in the US because of the visa overstay and they can't leave. They bear some blame for it, and you can understand why they stayed, but their movement is restricted and they can't go back home.
A country that will not allow any person who isn't wanted in connection with a crime to leave at any time, taking with them any property they have legally acquired, is not free. However, freedom describes your range of options, not probable results. Being given complete freedom is like being handed a double edged sword point first. You need to be incredibly cautious while you figure out what to do with it and you're probably going to bleed some regardless.
The situation Filipinos face in their own country is unfair however, in countries like Australia, there have been too many Filipino tourists caught overstaying their welcome.
...yeah, North Korea is another example with exit restrictions for it's citizens. All countries have some type of leverage to keep their citizens under control. Usually the individual don't see it because it is the "normal" in their eyes. It is hillarious to see when US citizens think they are the ones that are free.
The reasons for offloading are mostly valid. Authorities are responsible for the safety of their citizens. If a Filipino has to be rescued abroad, it is a big problem. As a foreigner, I went thru all the hoops to allow my Filipina to travel. A history of remittances, photos & correspondence to prove the relationship, a signed affidavit stating my responsibility for her safety, return air ticket, confirmed hotel reservations. I let her clear the immigration line first, but just behind her, in case there was a problem. The officer was quite surprise that her documents were all in order. In fact, asking how she knew to have all these. Of course I did my homework. At that point we were escorted to another level of security, where I signed their affidavit. After 7 years, we still travel on a regular basis. Because we are both in the computer system, it is now quite easy. The proof of relationship is no longer needed. It can be infuriating when you don't understand the intention of the policy. Also. The immigration officers are not the most charming. Enough said. As for Filipinos traveling on their own, they will need viable financial proof, perhaps owing assets, like property. Philippines is largely a poor country. 90% of them could face hardship abroad if they are not self sufficient. Lastly. These policies were implemented because of abuses. Be well. Make it happen. Note: be sure to have a fully refundable air ticket (in the beginning) if you are offloaded, you can cancel immediately. Same with hotels. I just book to make itinerary, then cancel. As long as you have a printed hotel confirmation, you are good.
The bad ones are those who created bombardment for the good people 😊Hopefully, one day the Philippines 🇵🇭 government will seek a better path for the citizens 😊
My Personal Opinion is IF a Filipino, na has to sign a contract for Overseas work they should have a Filipino, na LAWYER looking at said contract. Have read Many articles about mistreatment of O.F.W. So am very vigilant when I say. Yes they should be questioned about travel. Especially the younger folks. Thanks for this video. Love To U Always
Definitely the Philippines needs to change these policies especially if we as a Foreigner married to a Filipina. They still question us at airport it's truly crazy and stressful. Plus why can't Filipino travel to see different countries. ? We as Foreigner come here to explore and enjoy South East Asia why can't they go to the west to visit or Europe? Philippines please change these laws for the Filipino people make it fair to them to reach their dreams ❤
Off load is the problem, immigration officers let travelers from abroad illegally enter our country...but off loads our very own taxpayers without any red flags not even stating the reason why they are in that situation.
I get the desire to help vulnerable philipinas. But how they execute it is worse than the problem they are trying to solve. Firstly the fact that it’s down to an arbitrary immigration employee decision. Totally inconsistent. Secondly it done so late in travel process minutes before flight so cancellation impacts financially. Better to educate and inform before booking. Well intentioned but terribly executed policy.
Its jeliousy, i have to spend a lot money landing in cebu to pickup my gf before we go to thialand or viet. I could save 500+$ if they would juat let her fly aline and meet me in viet or thialand... its 100% jeliousy, she has like 10 stamps in her passport and srill gets denied unless im woth her.
I think the 'human trafficking' answer is often used as an excuse. As many times its used when its quite obvious that is not the case and ridiculous questions are asked which are in no way pertaining to that assumption. It seems they don't mind you being OFW's but I think theres a bit of jealousy otherwise. My ex was offloaded when i had booked a special trip for her to Singapore (she was meeting me there). So i had to phone the airport and book a replacement flight for the one she missed at a much bigger cost and she missed the first night of a very expensive hotel i booked as a treat.If my country (U.K.) did this there would be uproar!
If I might add the biggest reason it’s hard for Filipinos to travel through customs is because the Philippines is a major destination/exporter of illicit pharmaceuticals like Shabu( ecstasy) from countries like Singapore and Indonesia it’s also a prime route for methamphetamine flown in from Chinese gangs. These types of things plus trafficking make traveling very hard from the Philippines and it makes screening passengers a necessary evil! This is not a good thing but maybe it’s just a negative consequence.❤Shay
Sad reality is that as a nation that exports workers the default is we are intending to migrate so we need to prove we are not. That applies to in visa applications. Proven guilty ka na agad unless you can prove otherwise based on on your documents etc.
I would not bet on that. Us yes absolutely, Immigration/Customs not so much, though once you have the visa not bad. Millions are allowed to walk across the border with no papers but try to fly here honestly, a differently story. Most of US airports were built before the added security after 9-11, and even before, so their layouts are a mess. But that is something not limited to the US. (Flying out of Quito, Ecuador to the US may have been the worst for me, you had to surrender your ticket and passport just to go to the bathroom and be rescreened to go back to your gate.)
LOL.... good luck. Be sure to buy a refundable or changeable ticket because Filipina women are turned away at the last minute by immigration regularly.
It's immigration's job to judge you, it's literally in their job description. As an American who loves to travel, I have to prove to every immigration official that I am there for honest reasons. It also doesn't hep to come from a poorer country due to how many people overstay their visa's and find jobs as undocumented foreigners.
I think the political relationships with the united states and other countries puts a lot of pressure on the government to endure heavy screening for immigration purposes, and that responsibility ultimately filters down to a single person, the immigration officer. the geopolitical situation PH finds themselves tangled into is very unfortunate, but you have to agree its better to have friends abroad when china is knocking on your door. if china influence took over PH, you can forget the word freedom altogether
Filipinos have a great reputation in Canada, but I know the exploitation is well known by the government of the Philippine and what you're saying is true. In general , many Filipinas have lost their lives because of bad employers. So sad.
I understand the need to prevent trafficking and such but I also see a government exerting control over the people. Also, in the USA we are being overrun by illegal entry into our country but still don’t give tourist visas (easily) to Filipinos who are our allies 😮 I would rather see a million Filipinos who want to work go to the USA rather than the people entering illegally. Also, why make it so difficult for people who are already married to US citizens to enter?
They off board tens of thousands of travelers every year and the statistics were deemed to be about 0.001% true risk of trafficking. 99.99% legitimate travelers who wasted savings, hard earned money and dreams for NOTHING. It is a disgrace.
34000 offloaded last year
1% were justified
@@joebloe4374, yeah, I don't agree.
If you meet the qualifications, you will fly. I hope my checklist provided some useful info.
Not everyone is trafficked. A lot tho overstay. Yes, most of them would return safely. Maybe take a look at the stats of how many have to be rescued by their government or embassy. If that # is even near 1%, it is far too many that justify scrutiny. I, too, whish it was easier. Where there is a will, there is a way. Read my post in the comments
@@awakening80
Honest travellers being judged by the BI???..
What a joke..
My friend hired 2 Filipino caregivers to travel to America on work visa. As soon as she died one caregiver disappeared to become undocumented TNT. I wonder if the TNT did her job correctly or tried to hasten my friend's death. Unfortunately too many people in America do not follow the rules.
This offloading thing is so sad for the Philippine citizens. I remember Paul's video (old dog, new tricks) and all the stuff they had to do through and present for their trip to Thailand and his GF almost got offloaded.
My fiancé was turned away at the very last minutes before boarding a plane to meet up with me in Japan. We had even used a travel agent to make sure we had everything in order for the trip. An Immigration officer decided to hold her up because she didn't have a work release from her employer.?
I lost 1000's of dollars and she cried many buckets of tears. But the immigration officer really showed us she was in power and in charge 👍
And the Travel Agent's response for their mistake was "Oh no, sorry about that. "
So.... pay the extra money for a cancelable and changeable ticket or you might just learn the hard way like me.
Looks like you went from Cebu to Singapore to Phuket?
Using an agency does not guarantee that a Filipino will be approved for exit from the Philippines. In fact, an agency's role is merely to submit your application on your behalf-something you can do on your own. Preparing the necessary paperwork is the applicant's responsibility; the agency's only task is to handle the submission.
My old girlfriend also got denied by immigration when she was going to come visit me.
You guys forgot to pay the immigration officer that was holding you back. Money talks at Customs & immigration.
Let's be honest here, it's about only one thing.."CONTROL".
Thank you Shay for sharing this with us. Everything you’ve mentioned is true! I took my Filipina to Hong Kong and Vietnam. We were able to navigate Immigration smoothly. Being together for 4 years (pictures to prove it) probably helped. Take care.
My inday got offloaded and it devastated her, she finally broke thru her barriers and is enjoying her travels
Things need to change so that Filipinos can travel freely and not be collectively punished because others broke rules.
during my journey ive met a lot of people from the philippines working abroad for better income to provide for their families. really heartwarming stories i heard.
Its disgusting that the Philippine immigration is allowed to stop a law abiding person mainly women from traveling abroad. The whole overstay / working abroad is a BS argument because that is a 100% duty on immigration of the country they are going to and not the duty of Philippine immigration on exiting Filipina's. Checking you have a return ticket and a place to stay is one thing but beyond that its really just about controlling young women and/or the poorer people. Some of these immigration agents HATE seeing pretty Filipina's traveling with a foreigner and they really don't think of trafficking but just want to interfere and ruin her trip.
I disagree. Pls read my comment above. You have rights but you are not entitled. You government is responsible for you if/when you are in trouble abroad.
@@awakening80wtf are you talking about 🤡. Dude no government has a God given right to restrict your mobility unless you are a danger to others. We’re definitely entitled to move about planet so long as the receiving country is ok with it. Your native country has no right to control your life to such a degree. That kind of mentality is why governments eventually get overthrown because of over reach
@@awakening80
You sound like an apologist for a AUTHORITARIAN REGIME..
It should not be like 1940s germany.
Why is the decision to offload made at the last minute. ?? Why cannot an intending traveler present their documents and be approved weeks earlier. ?
There is a solution. It is called an Affidavit of Support and Guarantee. For that you have to go to your local Philippine Embassy to legalize it. I had my girlfriend coming to Vietnam to join me for a vacation. NO PROBLEM. Of course you also must have a return ticket and health insurance. But with that Affidavit from the Philippine Embassy it is very difficult if not impossible not to let you go.
Hopefully one day things will change in the Philippines and and the opportunity to travels and see the world will be available to all! 🙏
One day!
A government should protect it's country's borders from those people coming in, not from its own people leaving.
The Berlin Wall was in place to keep people inside, and everyone knew it was wrong.
Unfortunately, the country isn't doing a great job of protecting itself from those coming in, resulting numerous POGOs established here by criminals. It seems like the priorities are misplaced. 😂
@@reflections_with_Shay The thing is immigration officers are making money off of the bribes from the POGO workers. But they cant make any money from those Filipinas that are trying to go on vacation.
It is very confining for people. I am well travelled and experienced in life, but I cannot wrap my mind around the denial of travel that occurs. I can only say that it makes me happy not to have been born a filipino, because I would feel like a prisoner. 😢
Just think; if the Philippines had remained a territory of the US, Filipinos would not need a visa going to America
300 years Spanish rule was enough. The Americans would never approve Philippines statehood. The Filipino population alone would be greater than California, NY state and Texas combined. Ask Puerto Rico how they feel not being able to vote.
@@jeretsohe doesn’t care bro. He’s most likely a racist because that’s some 🤡 💩 to say. Most Puerto Ricans do not benefit from that situation AT ALL. Just like most Filipinos wouldn’t.
Wow. I didn't know you get scrutiny from leaving and returning to your own country from your own government just to go through from a foreign immigration service is bad enough.
Its the Philippines customs who is doing this. Also the have very high rates of overstaying in other countries which my not approve visa applications.
It would be devastating to be turned away at immigration, get your ducks in a row , complete your paperwork, have everything documented, tickets including return ones, visa if needed, passports with lots of time available to travel, money in your bank, travel insurance helps alot too.family ties in the Philippines. If travelling with a guy , your relationship status is great with him, and be confident don't panic ever, great topic you have here well done great advice is important😊
Whilst I fully understand the need to protect people from human trafficking, I wonder if the over zealous nature of some immigration officers is more akin to a power trip than genuine concern for a citizen. Are Malaysians, Singaporeans or Indonesians subject to the same level of scrutiny?
Much like the power tripping TSA in the US, what's suppose to be something that is for the benefit of the citizens ends up becoming a burden.
It is sad when we can't freely travel abroad to expand our horizons of cultures. I'll always remember visiting the deserts of Africa when I was 16. That adventure changed my life; thank you, Dad. The closing was heartfelt, Shay. We love you, too.
Thanks Ian!
Return ticket back home is crazy, longest trip I have been away from my home country is 3 years, when my trip started, I didn't have any idea when I will be back home.
It's very difficult for the average Filipino citizen to get a US visitors visa because in the past many overstayed their visa in US.
That’s true!
There are strong and weak passports. I am from the Netherlands and having a very strong passport Hengelo to problems with immigration. Many poor countries like the filipins have weak passports with the above mentioned problems.
I've seen both sides of the story. In Cambodia I met a Filipino who told immigration that he was going on vacation and could never leave his homeland. He told me that he has no intention of ever going back, because the Philippines might not let him leave again. On the other hand I have met lots of Filipinos that went to work for the 2 year work contract companies that send Filipinos to work in Dubai and Canada as restaurant, cleaning and nursing workers for $15/hr. These Filipinos seem to do the best, because after only working in Canada for like 1 or 5 years you can apply for citizenship. Any country you work for an extended period of time, you can apply for citizenship like Singapore.
I think what was "inadvertently" missed out was the chronic weakness of the Philippines passport which is way inferior to it's neighbors especially Singapore or Japan even Malaysia for that matter.
Why aren't people from the Philippines trying to address that in their videos rather than a circuitous intervention on other factors?
Thank you very much for this video!
I think it's sad. They treat you like you are a prisoner. You should have the right to go whenever and wherever you want. If you can afford to go then it should be none of their business. I can totally understand why people leave and don't go back.
Yes...I have tried to get a Filipina to the U S twice....unsuccessful. we had, I thot, solid documentation, but no...could not get her here. Does not seem fair.
There are so many people trapped in the US because of the visa overstay and they can't leave. They bear some blame for it, and you can understand why they stayed, but their movement is restricted and they can't go back home.
They can leave at anytime, once they turn themselves in they will be deported as they should.
A country that will not allow any person who isn't wanted in connection with a crime to leave at any time, taking with them any property they have legally acquired, is not free. However, freedom describes your range of options, not probable results. Being given complete freedom is like being handed a double edged sword point first. You need to be incredibly cautious while you figure out what to do with it and you're probably going to bleed some regardless.
There was a huge street fight in Bangkok in a few months with Thai ladyboys, fighting Phillipino ladyboys who were in Thailand on tourist visas.
What's your recommendations for fixing this problems??
The situation Filipinos face in their own country is unfair however, in countries like Australia, there have been too many Filipino tourists caught overstaying their welcome.
...yeah, North Korea is another example with exit restrictions for it's citizens.
All countries have some type of leverage to keep their citizens under control. Usually the individual don't see it because it is the "normal" in their eyes.
It is hillarious to see when US citizens think they are the ones that are free.
That sucks.
The reasons for offloading are mostly valid. Authorities are responsible for the safety of their citizens. If a Filipino has to be rescued abroad, it is a big problem. As a foreigner, I went thru all the hoops to allow my Filipina to travel. A history of remittances, photos & correspondence to prove the relationship, a signed affidavit stating my responsibility for her safety, return air ticket, confirmed hotel reservations. I let her clear the immigration line first, but just behind her, in case there was a problem. The officer was quite surprise that her documents were all in order. In fact, asking how she knew to have all these. Of course I did my homework. At that point we were escorted to another level of security, where I signed their affidavit. After 7 years, we still travel on a regular basis. Because we are both in the computer system, it is now quite easy. The proof of relationship is no longer needed. It can be infuriating when you don't understand the intention of the policy. Also. The immigration officers are not the most charming. Enough said.
As for Filipinos traveling on their own, they will need viable financial proof, perhaps owing assets, like property. Philippines is largely a poor country. 90% of them could face hardship abroad if they are not self sufficient. Lastly. These policies were implemented because of abuses. Be well. Make it happen.
Note: be sure to have a fully refundable air ticket (in the beginning) if you are offloaded, you can cancel immediately.
Same with hotels. I just book to make itinerary, then cancel. As long as you have a printed hotel confirmation, you are good.
The bad ones are those who created bombardment for the good people 😊Hopefully, one day the Philippines 🇵🇭 government will seek a better path for the citizens 😊
My Personal Opinion is IF a Filipino, na has to sign a contract for Overseas work they should have a Filipino, na LAWYER looking at said contract. Have read Many articles about mistreatment of O.F.W. So am very vigilant when I say. Yes they should be questioned about travel. Especially the younger folks. Thanks for this video. Love To U Always
It's certainly not fair.
Definitely the Philippines needs to change these policies especially if we as a Foreigner married to a Filipina. They still question us at airport it's truly crazy and stressful. Plus why can't Filipino travel to see different countries. ? We as Foreigner come here to explore and enjoy South East Asia why can't they go to the west to visit or Europe? Philippines please change these laws for the Filipino people make it fair to them to reach their dreams ❤
Decades of visa violations and overstayers have ruined the reputation of the Philippines, the rest of the country has to suffer because of them.
Interesting and informative. Thanks
You're welcome Chris!
In my country the to exit and enter the country is a constitutional right
Off load is the problem, immigration officers let travelers from abroad illegally enter our country...but off loads our very own taxpayers without any red flags not even stating the reason why they are in that situation.
I get the desire to help vulnerable philipinas. But how they execute it is worse than the problem they are trying to solve. Firstly the fact that it’s down to an arbitrary immigration employee decision. Totally inconsistent. Secondly it done so late in travel process minutes before flight so cancellation impacts financially. Better to educate and inform before booking.
Well intentioned but terribly executed policy.
Great video Congratulations on your artistic talent I enjoy your work very much Thanks
Filipinos can travel all over Asia with no issues!
Japan, Korea, and several other Asian countries that require visas are not easy to enter.
Its jeliousy, i have to spend a lot money landing in cebu to pickup my gf before we go to thialand or viet. I could save 500+$ if they would juat let her fly aline and meet me in viet or thialand... its 100% jeliousy, she has like 10 stamps in her passport and srill gets denied unless im woth her.
Alice guo had no trouble leaving
Not many has Alice Guo money haha
I think the 'human trafficking' answer is often used as an excuse. As many times its used when its quite obvious that is not the case and ridiculous questions are asked which are in no way pertaining to that assumption. It seems they don't mind you being OFW's but I think theres a bit of jealousy otherwise. My ex was offloaded when i had booked a special trip for her to Singapore (she was meeting me there). So i had to phone the airport and book a replacement flight for the one she missed at a much bigger cost and she missed the first night of a very expensive hotel i booked as a treat.If my country (U.K.) did this there would be uproar!
So true Shay
I have been married to a Filipino for over a year and we still have problems every time we travel
Is it possible to leave the country by boot? Maybe witout seeeing the emigration officer?
Yes many travel from.tawi tawi
Enter sabah malaysia illegally
If I might add the biggest reason it’s hard for Filipinos to travel through customs is because the Philippines is a major destination/exporter of illicit pharmaceuticals like Shabu( ecstasy) from countries like Singapore and Indonesia it’s also a prime route for methamphetamine flown in from Chinese gangs. These types of things plus trafficking make traveling very hard from the Philippines and it makes screening passengers a necessary evil! This is not a good thing but maybe it’s just a negative consequence.❤Shay
This is true!
Hello beautiful person. thanks for another lovely video from you. love you ❤
Kim Danmark
The exploitation occurs right here in the Philippines And it’s done by employers and government authorities
Freedom of speech and freedom of travel should be for all, but sadly is not 😢
its not fair at all.
Sad reality is that as a nation that exports workers the default is we are intending to migrate so we need to prove we are not. That applies to in visa applications. Proven guilty ka na agad unless you can prove otherwise based on on your documents etc.
they dont want to loose you can you blame them xx😘😘😘
Shay You are welcome to visit the USA . you will be an honored guest .
I would not bet on that. Us yes absolutely, Immigration/Customs not so much, though once you have the visa not bad. Millions are allowed to walk across the border with no papers but try to fly here honestly, a differently story.
Most of US airports were built before the added security after 9-11, and even before, so their layouts are a mess. But that is something not limited to the US. (Flying out of Quito, Ecuador to the US may have been the worst for me, you had to surrender your ticket and passport just to go to the bathroom and be rescreened to go back to your gate.)
LOL.... good luck. Be sure to buy a refundable or changeable ticket because Filipina women are turned away at the last minute by immigration regularly.
Thanks Rory!
It's immigration's job to judge you, it's literally in their job description. As an American who loves to travel, I have to prove to every immigration official that I am there for honest reasons. It also doesn't hep to come from a poorer country due to how many people overstay their visa's and find jobs as undocumented foreigners.
Me and my wife would like to hire a Filipino worker as a house helper how do we go about doing this we live in the United State can you help us
So true
I wish my Filipino friends could visit us here. Even better if my in-laws could come. Pero dili pwede.
Dong, daghan eche burichi, unya stressful unya nig abot sa airport I deny ra. Puyo ra ta Pinas hehe.
@@reflections_with_Shay Mingaw kaayo ko sa Dumaguete, but I'm happy that my traveling days are gone. Gulang ko. Mas maayo pahuway ra.
It is not fair.
I think the political relationships with the united states and other countries puts a lot of pressure on the government to endure heavy screening for immigration purposes, and that responsibility ultimately filters down to a single person, the immigration officer. the geopolitical situation PH finds themselves tangled into is very unfortunate, but you have to agree its better to have friends abroad when china is knocking on your door. if china influence took over PH, you can forget the word freedom altogether
Filipinos have a great reputation in Canada, but I know the exploitation is well known by the government of the Philippine and what you're saying is true. In general , many Filipinas have lost their lives because of bad employers. So sad.
I understand the need to prevent trafficking and such but I also see a government exerting control over the people.
Also, in the USA we are being overrun by illegal entry into our country but still don’t give tourist visas (easily) to Filipinos who are our allies 😮
I would rather see a million Filipinos who want to work go to the USA rather than the people entering illegally.
Also, why make it so difficult for people who are already married to US citizens to enter?
That is messed up..countries around the world have tight restrictions on filipino travel..the government does the same..is the philippines communist?
If she is worth it just buy her a passport from another country
34000 filipinos offloaded last year
Shameful
You should welcome the chinese
And become a province