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In the Philippines, the voltage is 220V. Most outlets in dorms and hotels use type A plugs. Many chargers for electronics work with international voltages, but double-check to be sure. Using the wrong devices can be risky. Heating tools like hair irons might not work, so consider getting ones that are internationally compatible. You can buy transformers locally if needed. A hair dryer is also provided in the room.

The Philippines has a summer climate all year round, so summer clothes are fine anytime you come. But schools, malls, and restaurants have strong air conditioning, so you might get cold. It's a good idea to bring a jacket or hoodie you can wear over lighter clothes. Mosquito bites are common here, and dengue fever can be a problem sometimes. To avoid bites, wear long sleeves and pants when you're outside.

You can pay by bank transfer or credit card (Flywire). Just follow the instructions on the invoice that will be sent to you after you apply.

There are big hospitals like ChongHua Hospital Mandaue, UC Med, and Cebu Doctor's University Hospital, just 10-15 minutes by car from the GLC campus. If you have insurance, you can get cashless services, especially through the Japanese Help Desk and Cotovia Clinic. Just keep in mind that some cashless payments might not be accepted for credit card incidental insurance. In such cases, you can use the reimbursement method: get a free consultation, collect a medical certificate and receipts for any meds you paid for, and submit them to your insurance company when you get back home to get reimbursed.

Also, we have a school nurse available on weekdays (Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 17:00), and a doctor visits the school three times a week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday). This makes it easy for students to get medical help when they need it, either by consulting the school nurse or getting treatment and prescriptions from the visiting doctor without having to go to the hospital.

Mactan Island, known for its beach resorts, is about 30 minutes away by car. Hotels like Movenpick, Crimson Cebu, Plantation Bay, and Pacific Cebu Resort have private beaches. With their paid day-use service, you can spend a whole day at the resort, including lunch and dinner buffets.

For students 18 and older staying in a dorm or hotel, there's no curfew, but we recommend being back by 11 PM. Curfews might be set in case of disasters.

For minors under 18, going out is usually not allowed. But you can go out until 8 PM if you're with an adult international student from GLC. Going out alone is not allowed, but if you submit the 'Consent Form for Minors' before or during your stay, you can go out alone until 8 PM.

Yes, it’s possible but it cannot be delivered to your room, so please pick it up at the entrance of your school or accommodation.

Philippines food delivery service:
‍Grab Food
‍Food Panda

Special meals for allergies cost an extra $40 a week or Php 2,000. Just make sure to mention your allergies during your application, but they might not always be able to do it.

Yes. Every other week, the school organizes on-campus activities on weekday evenings and outdoor activities on weekends. Movies, games, yoga, pool activities, are held on campus, and on weekends, there are volunteer activities, marine activities, island tours, and more. Information will be posted on DISCORD, as well as in bulletin boards in the school, so please check before participating. There are also free and paid activities.

There are no classes on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. International students enjoy shopping, have food trips, go to the beach and do marine activities, hang out in cafes or just immerse themselves in the local culture of Cebu.

Also we regularly organize school activities, so you can participate in island hopping trips and volunteer activities at reasonable prices.

GLC has a full-time nurse on weekdays from 9 AM to 5 PM (schedule might change). If you need to miss class because you're not feeling well, fill out the absence form at the office before class. If you can't come to school, talk to the nurse or ask the school staff. A doctor also visits once a week.

Usually, if you have overseas travel insurance, you can see a doctor without paying upfront. But if you don't have insurance or only have credit card insurance, cashless payment might not be possible. So, it's best to get overseas travel insurance before you travel.

It depends on how often you go sightseeing and do activities outside school. Prices in the Philippines are generally cheaper and the cost of living is low, so you don't need a lot of money. But if you spend carelessly just because things are cheap, you could still end up spending a lot.

* This doesn't include things like the SSP (Special Study Permit), visa extension fee, textbook fee, electricity fee, etc.

Cebu is pretty safe, thanks to government efforts and rapid economic growth. However, petty crimes like pickpocketing and snatching can still happen, just like anywhere else. As a foreigner, make sure to take basic precautions. If you follow the usual safety tips for living abroad, you can greatly reduce your risk of any incidents.

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