Philippines legislation
Philippines is also known as a 'fine' city, due to its strict legislation. Hereby
a summary of the most common and relevant rules and regulations you have to
bear in mind once entering and residing in Philippines;
All of the following items are prohibited of bringing into Philippines:
- Liquors and cigarettes marked with the words "Philippines DUTY NOT PAID"
on the labels, cartons or packets
- Cigarettes with the prefix "E" printed on the packets
- Chewing gum
- Chewing tobacco and imitation tobacco products
- Cigarette lighters of pistol or revolver shape
- Controlled drugs and psychotropic substances
- Endangered species of wildlife and their by-products
- Firecrackers
- Obscene articles, publications, video tapes/discs and software
- Reproduction of copyright publications, video tapes, video compact discs,
laser discs, records or cassettes
- Seditious and treasonable materials
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BE FOREWARNED: DEATH FOR DRUG TRAFFICKERS UNDER PHILIPPINES LAW
Rules to take care of in Philippines itself
International Travel:
Note: All travel to
central, southern and western Mindanao, to Basilan, Tawi-Tawi and the Sulu
archipelago is advised against.
Do’s & Don’ts – Things to
Remember
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Most Filipino
visitors are able to speak English.
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Older Filipino
visitors of Chinese descent may not speak English, or understand some of
the facilities available in the room.
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Loyalty to family
or friends comes first.
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Hospitality is a
part of the Filipino character.
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'Face' is important
to the Filipino visitor.
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Age and status
should be recognized and respected.
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Filipinos tend to
be fatalistic (What will be, will be).
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The Philippines is
a "have" and "have not" society.
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High levels of
personal service are expected.
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Conflict is to be
avoided.
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Women are
considered to have equal status.
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Filipinos
(especially the women) tend to be conservative in interpersonal
relationships.
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Physical contact
should be kept to a minimum, especially between sexes.
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Filipinos are used
to bargaining.
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Punctuality is not
a strong point.
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No-smoking rules
and practices may need to be explained.
Bringing along your pet
If you are planning to
bring your pet into the Philippines, you should contact the Philippine
Embassy or nearest Consulate General in your location. In the
Philippines, contact the Philippine Bureau of Animal Industry, Animal
Health Division (AHD) regarding current regulations:
Tel: (632)
928-2743/2836
Fax: (632) 928-1778
All dogs and cats must have an import
permit to enter the Philippines. According to the AHD, a letter or
application of request to import should be sent or faxed to the AHD,
Quezon City.
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Species
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Number of Animals
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Sex
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Age
