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The Social Security Administration’s Federal Benefits Unit (FBU) in Manila
Allen “Pop” Reeves American Legion Post 123 The Social Security Administration’s Federal Benefits Unit (FBU) in Manila provides services to beneficiaries in the Philippines and more than 40 countries throughout the Asia-Pacific region. SSA in-person services are by appointment only. Walk-in visits are not accepted. Customers who make appointments through the American Citizen Services (ACS)…
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Remote Services Event in Davao City on March 25, 2025
Allen “Pop” Reeves American Legion Post 123 U.S. Embassy Manila, Philippines U.S. Consular Agency Cebu, Philippines March 18, 2025 Remote Services Event in Davao City on March 25, 2025 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizens Services (ACS) Unit, along with representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Philippine Retirement Agency (PRA), will…
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Virtual Outreach – March 19, 2025
U.S. Embassy in the Philippines ANNOUNCEMENT: The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Manila Regional Office will host a virtual session to provide important updates on the PACT Act (The Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2022). Following the PACT Act update, VA representatives will hold a…
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Security Alert: Increased Kidnapping Risk in Western Mindanao 03-2025
U.S. Embassy Manila, Philippines U.S. Consular Agency Cebu, Philippines March 7, 2025 Security Alert: Increased Kidnapping Risk in Western Mindanao Location: Western Mindanao, including the provinces of Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, and Zamboanga Sibugay Event: The U.S. Embassy in Manila alerts U.S. citizens to an increased risk of kidnapping for ransom in and…
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VA Proposed Reduction in Force 2025
Vietnam Veterans of America Vietnam Veterans of America Resolute in Protecting Veterans Access Amid VA Proposed Reduction in Force (Washington, D.C.) – “The well-being of our veterans is paramount, and we will actively engage with lawmakers, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and the White House to ensure that the promises made to veterans are upheld,”…
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U.S. ARMY RECRUITERS WILL VISIT OUR RAO/FPO ON 18 MARCH 2025
U.S. ARMY RECRUITERS WILL VISIT OUR RAO/FPO ON 18 MARCH 2025…. (TUES) FROM 0930 UNTIL FINISHED… QUALIFICATION DATA LISTED BELOW Prequalification Requirements Citizenship: Must be a I-551 holder (Green Card) or US citizen. Age: 17 – 34 years old (up to 42 years of age with waiver) Medical history: Meet Army height and weight requirements,…
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Rh-Negative Blood Extremely Rare in the Philippines
U.S. Embassy Manila, Philippines U.S. Consular Agency Cebu, Philippines February 7, 2025 If you have an Rh-negative blood type, it is important to know that it is extremely rare in the Philippines. This includes the following blood types: O negative A negative B negative AB negative Because Rh-negative blood is uncommon among the local population,…
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Federal Benefits Guide 2025
Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Have you applied for VA care, benefits and services? Unsure what else you may be eligible for? The handbook contains a comprehensive listing of VA programs, including phone numbers and websites for easy reference. The annual Federal Benefits Guide hosts a wealth of information on most…
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The mission is veterans
FUTURE OF THE VA | “All I was told by the president is to take care of our veterans. We’re not going to sacrifice the veterans benefits to do a budget. … I wouldn’t go to a place in which we’re not doing the mission. The mission is veterans.” President Donald Trump’s nominee to run…
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Marijuana and THC Laws in the Philippines
Allen “Pop” Reeves American Legion Post 123 U.S. Embassy Manila, Philippines U.S. Consular Agency Cebu, Philippines January 17, 2025 Important Reminder: Marijuana and THC Laws in the Philippines The U.S. Embassy in Manila would like to remind all U.S. citizens traveling to or residing in the Philippines about the country’s strict drug laws, including those…
