Accommodation
Living in Moalboal
Your guide to making paradise home. From visa tips to finding the perfect place to stay.
Essential Information
Everything you need to know about expat life in Moalboal.
Cost of Living
Budgets, typical expenses, and how to live well.
Accommodation
Long-term rentals, apartments, and where to stay.
Visas & Legalities
Tourist visa extensions, requirements, and tips.
Coworking & WiFi
Where to work and best internet options.
Healthcare
Clinics, hospitals, and staying healthy.
Community
Meeting people and expat groups.
Cost of Living
Moalboal is one of the most affordable places in the Philippines for expats and digital nomads.
Budget ($500-800/mo)
- Shared room or fan room: ₱5,000-8,000
- Local eateries: ₱100-150/meal
- Basic lifestyle, occasional activities
Comfortable ($1,000-1,500/mo)
- AC studio/1BR: ₱15,000-25,000
- Mix of local & western food
- Regular diving, activities, nightlife
Premium ($2,000+/mo)
- Nice house/villa: ₱35,000+
- Dining out regularly
- Motorbike, full activities, travel
Visas & Staying Legal
Important information for long-term stays.
Tourist Visa
Most nationalities get 30 days on arrival. Can extend up to 3 years with regular extensions.
Extensions
Done at the Moalboal Immigration Office or Cebu City. 1-2 month extensions, ~₱3,000-5,000.
ACR I-Card
Required after 59 days. One-time fee ~₱3,000. Valid for 1 year.
ECC Clearance
Needed when leaving after 6+ months. Get at immigration ~₱500-1,000.
Accommodation & Services
Where to stay and essential services for expats.
Join the Community
Moalboal has a tight-knit expat and digital nomad community.
Facebook Groups
Join "Moalboal Expats" and "Moalboal Community" for local updates, events, and questions.
Weekly Events
Quiz nights, beach cleanups, dive meetups — there's always something happening.
Hangout Spots
Cafes along Panagsama Beach are great for meeting other nomads and expats.
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