Where & How to Find Filipino Wife? — 4 Best Places to Meet a Wife in the Philippines

I just spent 2 weeks in the Philippines and fell head over heels for the women there. They simply took my breath away with their grace, tenderness, and commitment to their families. So, if you are looking for a real Filipino wife, I’m here to help you share my experience dating in the country and insights from locals on navigating the dating scene in the Philippines.

I’ve chatted with over 40 beautiful Filipino women, 25 Filipino men, and 2 Western men who reside in the country and have all the best dating places ready for you. So read on, and your loyal Edmond is exploring the challenges of relationships in all the popular dating destinations so that you don’t have to!

My Romance Digest

Wonder what the best place to find a wife in the Philippines is and don’t like to wait? Take a look at my notes from the trip to the country.

• 📌 Online dating is a hit in the country. People are crazy about it. I’ve tested a lot of sites and finally found SakuraDate, which works the best in the region. Try it if you want to start chatting with Filipino women quickly.
• 📌 Traveling to the Philippines works, but you need time and money. To be ready to put off work for at least 2–3 weeks and spend $3,000+ on accommodations, food, dates, transportation, etc.
• 📌 Filipino people use social media a lot, but not that much for dating. If you want to use this option, be ready to spend at least 3 months seeking.
• 📌 Marriage agencies and brokers can be a hit if you have $5,000+ to spend. They do all the work for you but charge a lot.

1. Mail order bride & International dating sites for Filipino women dating

When I talked with many single Filipino women about marriage, I noted that many young girls tried some sort of international dating or knew someone who married abroad. And the general attitude to international relationships was quite positive.

As you can see, the stats show the same thing that local Filipino girls and guys share about attitudes toward online dating and international relationships. But how to find a Filipino wife online?

Types of online dating to find a Filipino wife

Some of the people I’ve chatted with also told me about local apps and sites, but as I’ve noticed, they are used by Filipina women and men who are more into dating locally or are interested in casual relationships.

When I was asking about recommendations on meeting Filipino wives, I was told the most about 2 types of Filipino dating sites open to foreign men:

1. International dating sites. There are many popular dating sites for singles that are looking for foreign men and women. They usually have people from all over the world, and user intentions vary greatly from just communication to more serious relationships. However, searching specifically for foreign husbands and wives is possible but rare.
2. Filipino Mail-order bride sites. These dating websites are created specifically for Filipino mail order brides who want to meet foreign husbands. But there are Western women searching for partners from the Philippines too. By the way, Filipino mail order brides, despite the name, you can’t buy a Filipino wife. That’s just a traditional name for Filipino brides who are interested in meeting Western men for serious relationships and potentially marriage.

Filipino mail order bride sites can be of 2 types:

• Mono-national dating sites—specialize in Asian women and have various Asian beauties open to international relationships.
• Filipino dating websites—predominantly have just Filipino mail order brides, and less than 5% of ladies looking for marriage from other Asian countries.

I was recommended over 15 different platforms for Filipino women and men dating, but I picked dating sites that were the most common, and that fit the most to Western women and men searching for Filipino men and Filipino women for marriage online.

1. SakuraDate

Best for:

Dating Filipino girls online as well as singles all over the world

What I can say about it:

This dating site is suitable not just for Filipino ladies search but also for singles from all over the world. SakuraDate user-friendly interface, easy search, messages, and videos feature (the next best thing from video chat), make online dating with Filipino women smooth and comfortable. Besides, around 530K monthly visitors indicate a big dating pool.

More Information

SakuraDate

Gender ratio:

59%

41%

Visit Site

2. EasternHoneys

Best for:

Connecting with hot women and guys from Asian countries

What I can say about it:

Eastern Honeys is a dating service popular among Asian girls and guys open to international relationships. The site has around 290K monthly visits, convenient search with filters, and a variety of communication ways, including chat, mail, prompted messages, photo exchange, and more. Members are very active, and there are many Filipino women registered.

More Information

EasternHoneys

Gender ratio:

55%

45%

Visit Site

3. TheLuckyDate

Best for:

International relationships of different types

What I can say about it:

Another good option to consider is if you are looking for a relationship with a Filipino woman. Though the site is international and doesn’t limit your love horizons, it has over 550K monthly visits and many hot Filipino women. TheLuckyDate offers a mobile-friendly interface, fast matching and search, and instant chat, which are more than enough for decent online dating.

More Information

TheLuckyDate

Gender ratio:

58%

42%

Visit Site

4. OrchidRomance

Best for:

Long-distance romance with Asian women and men

What I can say about it:

OrchidRomance is one of the best dating sites that are mono-national, aka specializing in the whole Asian region. It has around 600K visits monthly, a search tool with filters, detailed profiles (around 90% are verified), and multiple chatting ways. Also, the dating site offers a unique social-media-like feature Newsfeed with constant updates of Filipino girls and other Asian beauties.

More Information

OrchidRomance

Gender ratio:

38%

62%

Visits/Month:

1.2M

Visit Site

2. Traveling to the country to find single Filipino women

Another way of meeting real Filipino brides is kind of a no-brainer—hopping on a plane and going to the Philippines. The country is very welcoming to tourists and prices here are really affordable. So, your Filipino mail order bride cost won’t break the bank on the expenses in the country. 

However, searching for a beautiful Filipino bride online is way cheaper. But if put money aside, the Philippines is a gorgeous country of natural beauty, vibrant culture, and warm-hearted people. And I made so many wonderful memories, so the Philippines is definitely worth visiting if you have time and resources for it.

Challenges of looking for a Filipino bride offline

Though traveling itself might not be that challenging, I personally had a perfect flight and transfer, and generally, navigating through the country is quite easy as a tourist. But if you are going here just to date Filipino girls and potentially find Filipino wives, it might not be as easy.

#1. Differences in Filipino culture

The first challenge that the Filipino dating culture may cause is adapting to traditional gender roles. Filipina mail order brides will expect their men to be the main providers and decision-makers. Moreover, it comes with financial expectations as well. Though the common practices “pakikisama” and “utang na loob” might put some financial pressure on a foreign man, the average Filipino girl is also ready to contribute to the relationship.

And don’t assume that Philippine brides necessarily want to be stay-at-home mums.

Also, there is a set of unique norms, social etiquette, and practices that take time to adapt to as a foreigner. That’s why if you are in search of Filipino brides, I strongly recommend exploring these cultural nuances.

Language issues

Communication can be a significant challenge, especially with the 40+ category in rural areas. Personally, I noticed that the majority of Filipino girls and guys understand English well if you use simple language.

However, the language barrier can cause difficulties in expressing thoughts and lead to misunderstandings if your Filipino bride or groom doesn’t speak English fluently.

Where to search for Filipino mail order brides offline and not just Filipino ladies interested in casual dating?

It is undoubtedly harder to find Filipino brides offline than to meet Filipina girls open to international relationships on the online dating service. But it’s not impossible, and many local women go on dates with Western men.

Based on the stories that most Filipino ladies and guys shared and my personal observation, I’ve created a list of the top places to meet potential Filipina wives open to meeting a foreign husband and not just to have a fling.

1. Social circles. You can meet the most local girls via mutual friends you make in the country, parties, and community gatherings.
2. Church and religious organizations. If you want to meet a Philippines girl who shares your faith, attending church and related events is the best way to find religious Filipino mail order wives.
3. Language classes and volunteering. To get a Filipina wife who knows decent English, language classes are definitely a hit. But different foreign volunteering events are also a great way to connect with Filipina girls who want to make a positive impact.

Love can be found in the most unexpected places; the key here is to be open to it and put yourself out there.

TheTravelingFrenchMan recommends: Top first-date locations in the Philippines

1. Intramuros, Manila—for walking the cobblestone streets and having a carriage ride or having Paella Ilustrado in Ilustrado.
2. Rizal Park (Luneta Park), Manila—for a more casual first date with your Filipino bride. You can have a picnic, rent bicycles or just walk through the beautiful gardens.
3. Chocolate Hills, Bohol—a great option for a more adventurous date with a breathtaking view. If you are there, try Mamie Letty Grill & Restaurant—order mango shakes because they are just delicious.

Offline search for Filipino mail order brides won’t be very easy, but if you have the drive and time to search, it can be your chance to find your Filipina bride. And as my favourite author told “Tout ce qu’un homme peut imaginer, d’autres hommes peuvent le réaliser,” which means “Anything one man can imagine, other men can make real.”

So, visualize how you meet your Filipina wife and go for it!

3. Social media apps with hot Filipino girls

Though social media platforms are not Filipino bride sites, they are still commonly used by locals and foreigners searching for partners.

Instagram for Filipino wives search

Instagram is a visual-based social media platform where potential Filipino brides share photos and videos. Many Filipino girls are active on the app, so you may find and follow many accounts of interesting people, like photos of Philippine women, send messages or have video chats.

Facebook for searching for a Philippines girl for marriage

Facebook is also popular among Filipino ladies and guys. There are special groups and events that may help to connect potential Filipina brides.

Both Instagram and Facebook are used for dating online, but, as for me, both of the options lose in comparison to the Philippines mail order brides platforms or international dating sites.

4. Marriage agencies & brokers to get Filipino mail order brides

Another option to get a Filipino wife that I was recommended a few times was matchmakers, aka marriage agencies and brokers. Unfortunately, there are many illegal practices hidden under such services. But if we talk about legal agencies, they connect people internationally interested in finding a wife or a husband.

I see how a broker or a marriage agency may see it as a smart move; however, spending $4,000-$5,000 on such a search is a bit pricey to me, and there are better alternatives that may have the same results.

Conclusion — Is it real to find a Filipino wife as a foreigner?

Sure! During my time in the Philippines, I’ve heard so many happy stories of international couples. It seems like both Filipino girls and guys, especially the younger generation, seem to have conquered the popularity wave of international relationships.

People are open to marrying abroad not to improve their social-economic situation (though it might be a reason for some, too). Still, mainly Filipino ladies and guys have a drive for adventure in their blood, which is very inspiring, and patience to overcome all the challenges of immigrating abroad.

Philippe Berry

The Travelling French Man

Your loyal TheTravellingFrenchMan, aka a travel and relationship expert with a BSc degree in Cognitive Psychology and more than 10 psychology and coaching courses completed. I’ve already been to 33 countries, and my list is growing!

I’m passionate about exploring the world, enjoying the best of it, meeting new people, and falling in love. I believe that love and travel are what I was made for. And I’m here to share my story and honest opinions with you!