The Greener Side - Your Immigration Guide
by Kring Lacson & Podcast Network Asia
Planning your overseas journey can get overwhelming and confusing. The Greener Side aims to make it easier for you as we talk about visa applications and adjusting to life abroad. New episodes every other Tuesday. Support us here: buymeacoffee.com/TheGreenerSide
Episodes
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Replay: Spain's freelancer visa and how you could become a citizen in two years
If you've always wanted to be a digital nomad, this classic episode teaches you how you could become a freelancer in Spain through its autonomo visa. Spain's autonomo visa: Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores information Interviewee links: Irene Falco on Facebook | Where the F Am I Heading? Podcast...
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Work in Switzerland with its residence permit B
Do you want to migrate and work in Switzerland? This episode will guide you through Switzerland's residence permit B, which allows you to work in the country. We will also give you job-seeking tips and insight into Swiss culture. Episode guide: (00:00) Opening credits (00:16) Arlo Lagmay on...
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Japan's instructor visa is within your reach!
Have you thought about being an English teacher in Japan? It's within your reach, as becoming an instructor in the country is not as difficult as you might expect. In this episode, we talk about how you could migrate and work in Japan as a teacher! Episode guide: (00:00) Opening credits (00:16)...
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POEA's Overseas Employment Certificate: all you need to know
An Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) is a compulsory document when moving overseas from the Philippines for work. Without it, you cannot depart the country - but fret not, as this episode guides you on the phases and processes involved in securing your OEC. Episode guide: (00:00) Ad -...
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Work in New Zealand! All about the Accredited Employer Work Visa
New Zealand is opening its borders on July 4 2022, and along with it is introducing a new visa! Learn all about the Accredited Employer Work Visa and how you could apply for a job under this visa. Episode guide: (00:00) Ad - Podmachine (01:12) All about Anne Apostol-Armada and her New Zealand...
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Work in Netherlands as a highly skilled migrant!
Do you want to work in the Netherlands? This episode is for you as we talk about how you could qualify as a highly skilled migrant in NL! Episode guide: (00:00) Ad - Podmachine (01:12) Netherlands' Highly Skilled Migrant work permit - processes, requirements, timeline, and challenges when…
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Bring your family with you to Thailand
Do you want to move overseas with your family? Today's interviewees tell us how they moved to Thailand under the country's Non-Immigrant B and O visas. Episode guide: (00:00) - All about Thailand's Non-Immigrant B and O visas: processes, requirements, timelines (30:20) - What are the financial...
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Netherlands on a student visa
Are you looking to study or live in Netherlands? Your goal is within reach - and this episode helps you get one step closer. Episode guide: (00:00) - All about Netherlands' student visa: processes, requirements, timelines (34:10) - Netherlands' family and work culture, your benefits as a…
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Working in Italy: deal or no deal?
Are you thinking of working in Italy? This episode gives you the details on its Flussi visa and if life in the country is "la dolce vita" for OFWs. (1:13) We introduce Erwin Noscal, who moved to Italy under a Flussi visa last 2012. (04:25) Italy's Flussi visa: requirements, processes, timelines…
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Work in France with a work visa!
Working in France offers benefits that go beyond our expectations. Find out how you could work in the country with this episode! Episode guide: Start - 18:00 - France's types of work visas, requirements and timelines, and in-demand jobs. Also, which industries don't require you to be fluent in...
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Germany on a work visa
Do you want to live and work in Germany? We discuss the country's regular work visa and its culture with Berlin-based Karen Banzon. Episode guide: Start - 25:00 - Germany's work visa: your rights, how you could apply, and what the processes are. What industries are in need of talent? Do you need…
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BONUS: New Zealand's working holiday visa opens this March 31! How to apply!
If you're a Filipino aged 18-30, you may be eligible to apply for New Zealand's working holiday visa this March 31. With this visa, you will be able to travel and work in New Zealand! Find out how you could apply and what documents you'll need for this visa in this special episode! Important…
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United Kingdom on a work visa
Do you want to live and work in the United Kingdom? News flash: it's not hard to get a work visa! Find out how you could work in the UK in this episode. Episode guide: • Start - 27:00 - UK's work visa: application process, documents required, processing times, and in-demand jobs. We also give you...
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Is Hong Kong for you? HK's work visa
Hong Kong is one of the easier places to move to for work. Take the first step by listening to this episode about its work visa! Episode guide: • Start - 25:30 - Hong Kong's work visa: application process, documents required, and how long processing times take. Also, do you need to learn…
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Free housing, free meals, etc! Papua New Guinea's work visa
Papua New Guinea is not a country that's commonly on our radar. Those who do move to work there, though, receive job benefits unlike any other! Find out more about PNG in this episode. Episode guide: • Start - 12:50 - Papua New Guinea's work visas: required documents, estimated timelines, and...
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Voulez vous étudier en France? France's student visa
You don't have to break the bank to study in France's state universities! Find out how you could apply for this country's student visa with the help of our Paris-based interviewee, Leni Morales. Episode guide: • 00:00 - 19:30 - France's student visas: required documents, estimated timelines, and...
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Saving money to move abroad ft. Fitz Villafuerte
Do you want to move abroad, but don't have enough money yet to cover visa application fees, flights, and the like? This episode is for you. The 80 Percent's Fitz Villafuerte shares tips and tricks on how you could save money for your immigration plans. What are some of the fastest ways to get an...
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USA's H-1B work visa and EB-2 Green Card
Do you want to live the American dream? Begin the journey here as we talk about the United States of America's H-1B and EB-2 visas and learn a bit about its culture! Our interviewee is PT Meal host and physical therapist Johann dela Paz. Episode guide: * 00:00 - 05:40: Our USA-based interviewee...
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South Korea’s D-8 work visa and culture
Is South Korea your dream destination, or a country that you would like to live and work in? Look no further as we dive deep into South Korea's D-8 work visa and the many facets of its culture. Let's find out if Hanguk is your land of promise! Episode guide: * 00:00 - 03:30: We introduce...
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Australia and its work visa (Temporary Skill Shortage Visa) - how you could apply!
Whether you have a college degree or not, you will thrive in Australia! If you want to move down under, then Aussie's Temporary Skill Shortage Visa subclass 482 might be for you. Listen as we talk to Chrisopedia's Chrisz Rodriguez about this visa. Episode guide: * Start - 3:00: Interviewee Chrisz...
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Canada's Provincial Nominee Program - is it for you?
Do you want to move to Canada, but aren't sure what options are available to you? The Provincial Nominee Program might be for you. Listen to this episode featuring Manitoba-based Marian Ereno to find out. Episode guide: * Start - 02:00: We introduce our interviewee, Tita Talks podcast host Marian...
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Czech Republic on a Schengen visa & long-term residence card
Have you ever considered moving to the Czech Republic? This episode delves into how you could work in Czechia, its requirements for its Schengen visa and long-term residence card, and its people and culture. Pojďme (Let's go)! Episode guide: * Start - 02:50: We introduce our Brno-based…
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USA on an F1 student visa with Chris Cruz
Do you want to study in the United States? The Greener Side and guest Chris Cruz give you a rundown of USA's F1 visa! Episode guide: * 00:00 - 04:40: We introduce Chris Cruz and learn about his journey to the USA * 04:40 - 26:40: The F1 visa: what are its requirements for undergrad and postgrad...
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Free education for everyone! Germany on a student visa with Dee Paje
Yes, you read the title right! If you want to study in Germany - a country that has abolished international fees in its public colleges - this episode is for you. We'll guide you through the process of applying for this nation's student visa. Episode guide: * 00:00 - 02:30: We introduce our...
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Singapore on a work visa with Nikko Pascua
The Lion City - Singapore. We speak with 29-year-old art director Nikko Pascua, who lives in Singapore under an S Pass or work visa. If you want to work overseas, but still want to be close to the Philippines, then this episode is for you. Episode guide: *00:00 - 03:11 - We introduce Nikko Pascua...
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Japan on a work visa with Ram Tan
The Land of the Rising Sun - Japan. In this episode, we speak with Ram Tan, who has lived in Japan since 2018 under a work visa. If you want to live and work in Japan and eventually become a Japanese citizen, then this episode is for you! Episode guide: *00:00 - 03:00 - We introduce Ram, our...
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Spain on a freelancer visa & Europe's Schengen visa with Irene Falco
The Land of Rabbits - Spain. This episode delves into Spain's 'autónomo', also known as its self-employed or freelancer visa, as well as the European Union's Schengen visa. If you want to live and work in Spain or anywhere in the EU, this episode is for you! Episode guide: * 00:00 - 03:30 - We...
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Thailand on a work visa with Precious Aquino
The Land of Smiles - Thailand. Precious Aquino gives us the details on moving to Thailand under a Non-B work visa. What is a Non-B visa, and what documents would you need to secure it? Could you apply for work in Thailand while on a tourist visa? How similar is Bangkok to Manila, both in its...
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Australia on a partnership and work visa with Steph Jamisola
The Land Down Under - Australia. In this episode, Steph Jamisola gives us the details about moving to Australia. What is a partnership visa, and does one have to be married to an Australian visa-holder to apply for it? How does one go about applying for an Australian work visa? How does the work...
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Canada on a student visa with Bryan Lacson
The Great White North - Canada. Bryan Lacson talks to us about studying in Canada. What’s the difference between a one-year and a two-year student visa? How many hours of part-time work could one do while studying? What does Toronto have that Manila doesn’t? Here's an episode guide: *…
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Dubai on a residence visa with Yvette Diangson
The City of Gold - Dubai. We talk with guest Yvette Diangson about living and working in Dubai while on a residence visa. What is a residence visa and how could you get one? Could you apply for work while on a tourist visa? Why is Dubai a viable place to work in for Filipinos? Here's an episode...
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New Zealand on a student visa with Kring Lacson
Aotearoa New Zealand - it's the country to be in! Join host Kring Lacson as she talks about her experience with moving to the country. How did she get her student visa, what documents did she need, and how long did the whole process take? How different is New Zealand's culture from the...
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Introducing The Greener Side
Do you have plans of moving overseas? The Greener Side is here to help! We talk about visa requirements and cultural adjustments, and answer the million-peso question: is the grass greener in other parts of the world? Follow us on Instagram @greenersidepodcast, or email us at...
About this show
Planning your overseas journey can get overwhelming and confusing. The Greener Side aims to make it easier for you as we talk about visa applications and adjusting to life abroad. New episodes every other Tuesday. Support us here: buymeacoffee.com/TheGreenerSide
Hosted by
Kring Lacson & Podcast Network Asia