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Read MoreReal stories, practical guides, and planning tools for balikbayans, foreigners, former Filipinos reclaiming citizenship, and anyone trying to move or retire in the Philippines with fewer mistakes.

— built step by step
Whether you’re still dreaming, actively researching, or already preparing documents and budgets, this site is built to help you make smarter decisions before you move.
Balikbayans & former Filipinos: Trying to reconnect, return, retire, or regain citizenship while figuring out housing, paperwork, banking, and daily life.
Foreign spouses & partners: Trying to understand visas, long-stay options, healthcare, housing, and what life in the Philippines really looks like.
Retirees & near-retirees: Wanting a slower, more affordable lifestyle without walking into expensive surprises.
Explorers in planning mode: Still comparing locations, costs, logistics, and timing before making a big commitment.
Choose the level of help that fits your time, budget, and how hands-on you want to be.
Easy-to-follow content on moving, retiring, visas, citizenship, banking, housing, healthcare, transportation, and settling into life in the Philippines.
Learn MoreChecklists, worksheets, starter resources, and practical tools to help you organize your move step by step.
Learn MoreOur personal journey, research, property planning, decisions, mistakes, and lessons learned as we prepare for life in the Philippines.
Learn MoreAn upcoming deeper-dive resource for people seriously planning a move, retirement, or next chapter in the Philippines. Coming soon.
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I was born in the Philippines and moved to Canada when I was 10 years old, but my roots never left me. I recently reclaimed my Filipino citizenship and am now a dual citizen. My husband and I are both Canadian, and together we’re planning our return by buying land, building a future home, and creating a slower, more intentional life in the Philippines. Back to the Philippines is where we share our real journey, practical research, and useful resources for balikbayans, foreigners, and future retirees exploring the same path — while building with purpose and looking for ways to support local people and communities. ~ Hanna & Moe
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