How to buy Bitcoins in US? I live in Philippines

[skinturtle]

Hello, I want to start investing in Bitcoins. I want to buy bitcoins in BTC-e since it is the cheapest compared to other trading platforms.

But I live in Philippines. I don't have US Bank account. I only have Local bank account here in Philippines.

What should I do? Is BTC-e the best trading platform? I hear a lot of trading platforms that were hacked so I want to avoid those shady sites.

Coinbase looks good and secured but it's too expensive to buy from them.

Please suggest me some options.

[casio282]

Hi skinturtle, welcome to bitcoining....

I find coinbase to be the best way for me (and other people in the US) to move USD in and out of BTC. While it appears more expensive than say BTC-e, it really isn't when you consider the fees involved with getting money into BTC-e, not to mention the risks. (I've heard stories of the funs not arriving there -- who knows if they're true but for the me the peace of mind is worth a few extra dollars.)

Good luck!

t.

[skinturtle]

Coinbase doesn't allow people without US bank account..

[beetcoin]

try localbitcoins, there are probably other people in the philippines who have bitcoins.

[skinturtle]

Are there other options?

[bboysing]

https://localbitcoins.com

[j0b314]

@skinturtle had the same question as you some time back. Tried coinbase though the entry requirements (US back account, documents etc) did not suit my needs now.

Yes localbitcoins is reliable (there are risks) but so far the people I've talked to are trustworthy. You may want to join the Bitcoin PH Facebook page. There at least I get to know who I'm dealing with. So far so good.

[kdrop22]

Use LocalBitcoins , just make sure the seller has good feedback etc...
Works great for the Phillipines.