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Moving to Davao, Philippines
Last updated on Feb 09, 2022
Summary: Moving to Davao, Philippines? Expats talk about what you need to know before moving to Davao.
What do I need to know before moving to Davao?
When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to Davao, they said:
"You can view homes on line! Contracts are usually in English, Most people are polite here. So be polite. Put yourself in their place. They are trying to make a living, too. Choose a place with security. When you find a side of town you prefer, drive around the neighborhood. Our first year everyone on our street had dogs and chickens. Very noisy at night. Subdivisions and condos have animal laws so you can get some sleep," said another expat in Davao .
How do I find a place to live in Davao?
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Some of Betsy's more popular articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Italy, 12 Things to Know Before Moving to The Dominican Republic and the Living in Panama Guide. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
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