Originally Posted by
RickyR
Firstly, HSBC Passport in the UK is an account which you can open easily when you've just moved to the UK, with your Philippines ID cards etc. Transfer to a BPI or PNB Account in the Phils will cost 17 pounds per transfer, so only good for large amounts.
Now your best idea would be to sign up with BPI or PNB in Earl's Court, London as soon as you arrive. That is the absolutely 100% best and cheapest way to send money to the Philippines to an associated BPI or PNB account.