About Bantay
- About 37,000 people live in Bantay.
- It lies in Ilocos.
- Quezon City, the largest city in the Philippines, is about 334 km away.
- For a bigger city, Laoag is about 72 km away.
- Close by: Vigan (1 km), Cabugao (24 km) and Bangued (27 km).
Dating by city / Philippines / Ilocos / Bantay
Singles in Bantay
No one from Bantay has a public profile here yet. Create yours and people nearby will be able to find you.
A first date in Bantay
Daytime dates suit a town like Bantay: a late breakfast or a walk before lunch feels relaxed and ends on its own.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Questions about dating in Bantay
How far around Bantay can I search?
More than 150,000 people live within 50 km of Bantay, in 6 towns and cities including Vigan, Bangued and Candon. You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 10 km up to 500 km — or choose “Any distance”.
Is online dating in Bantay free on YADate?
Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Bantay or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.
Are the profiles near Bantay real?
YADate never creates fake profiles or writes on behalf of people who don't exist. A moderator checks every photo before it appears, every member confirms an email address, and any profile can be reported. Anyone who asks for money or pushes you to move to another app straight away is worth reporting.
Can I date someone from outside Bantay?
Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in the Philippines or abroad.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.