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Language:
Filipino (based on Tagalog dialect) is the National Language. The American
occupation was responsible for teaching the English Language. The Philippines
is currently the third largest English speaking country in the world.
Currency:
Peso(PhP).
Notes are issued in denominations of:
PhP 10, PhP 20, PhP 50, PhP 100, PhP 500, and PhP 1000.
Coins are issued for 25c, PhP 1, PhP 5.
Foreign currencies can be exchanged at banks, hotels and authorized
exchanged dealers.
Outside of Manila payments are preferably made in pesos.
Major Travellers Cheques are widely accepted.
Major Credit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club)
can be used to pay for most goods and services.
Bank Hours:
Banks are open 9am-3pm Mon-Fri (except public holidays).
Shop Hours:
Most shops operate 10am-7.30pm daily (except public holidays).
Time:
Local time is GMT plus 8 hours.
Business English is the language used. Sexual equality is more widespread
in the Philippines than in other Asian countries. Make sure you have
business cards.
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