Mr_Dome
German looking for information about Cambodia
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Hello from the USA. I am looking for resources. by KayeRaye
Hello Julien and thank you for making yourself available to us. I'm 51 years young, female and am just beginning my research. There's a lot to learn! Without getting political, I will say that I started thinking about expatriation in ...
Hi Kaye, You should already know if South-East Asia is for you. Since it sounds as if you've never been to Cambodia, you must visit, preferably several times & at different times of the year. Let's not sugar-coat it: Cambodia is ... Read More
Help Brother in Jail in Cambodia by Chericline
Hello my brother was arrested on Monday on false allegations. Anyone who knows him knows that he did not do what they are alleging. We are looking for anyone who knows information about the jails there and possibly would be willing to visit him so ...
I hope it'll all work out for you. Some good general info for those in the country already, wishing to visit someone who's ... Read More
getting permanent residency/citizenship and surviving financially by misterinternational
hi, i'm an abc (american born chinese). i have a bachelor's degree in psychology, which is a useless degree. basically i don't have any useful skills. i have some questions: 1. what are my chances of getting permanent residency or ...
Sorry for the misunderstanding. I meant to say "(in the end it works out as a) long term lease" - because all properties bought by foreigners end up under Khmer ownership again eventually. Everything I own/owned, several plots & a ... Read More
getting permanent residency/citizenship and surviving financially by misterinternational
hi, i'm an abc (american born chinese). i have a bachelor's degree in psychology, which is a useless degree. basically i don't have any useful skills. i have some questions: 1. what are my chances of getting permanent residency or ...
Joe, I knew you'd jump on me for this, after ignoring what I had actually said. I chose my wording carefully and never stated it was legal (in the sense that you could have your name registered at the local cadastral office). The fact that many ... Read More
getting permanent residency/citizenship and surviving financially by misterinternational
hi, i'm an abc (american born chinese). i have a bachelor's degree in psychology, which is a useless degree. basically i don't have any useful skills. i have some questions: 1. what are my chances of getting permanent residency or ...
Thank you for explaining,, misterinternational. You can definitely "make it" in Cambodia (or a different Asian country) , without needing or having citizenship. Very few expats become Cambodian citizens because IMHO, a. Cambodia is ... Read More
getting permanent residency/citizenship and surviving financially by misterinternational
hi, i'm an abc (american born chinese). i have a bachelor's degree in psychology, which is a useless degree. basically i don't have any useful skills. i have some questions: 1. what are my chances of getting permanent residency or ...
misterinternational, very few expats in Cambodia become citizens, that tells you something. Some decide not to stay in the kingdom, some pass away, some get divorced much sooner than expected and many just don't see the point. It's not like ... Read More
Applying for a Retirement visa in Cambodia as at March 2019 by tookgare
Tookgare from Thailand How difficult is it to get a retirement visa now? As Retirement visas are becoming out of reach in Thailand unless you have THB1,000,000+ in a Thai Bank a/c as many western countries are not longer issuing proof of income ...
Should they ever tighten up the rules for the retirement visa - let's face it, this could happen at any time - I do hope they go with the Thai model of either a monthly pension of Xxxx OR money in the bank. Many countries only pay out pensions ... Read More
how to make money in Cambodia by buckshot
I am moving to Cambodia in late October. i am trying to come up with ideas. for business or way to make money in cambodia. any ideas. I am open to living anywhere in cambodia. buckshot
Sihanoukville will become the Macao of SE Asia, its fate has been pretty much sealed. Read More
how to make money in Cambodia by buckshot
I am moving to Cambodia in late October. i am trying to come up with ideas. for business or way to make money in cambodia. any ideas. I am open to living anywhere in cambodia. buckshot
james1963, I'm speaking here as someone with a degree in Int'l Business. Consider that it can be very difficult for someone attempting to do this in Cambodia as well. You don't have any contacts yet, don't know any farmers, have not ... Read More
Vaccines for Cambodia by Chappo
Hay all going over for 1 year could be longer for work will be outdoors/farms most of the time been told by my local GP here in Australia I should get them done Hepatitis shots malaria Japanese encephalitis What's your thoughts on this as time ...
http://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations/asia-%28east%29/cambodia/cambodia-malaria-map.aspx Cambodia Malaria Estimated relative risk of malaria for US travelers: Low. Drug resistance: Chloroquine and mefloquine. Malaria species: P. ... Read More
Vaccines for Cambodia by Chappo
Hay all going over for 1 year could be longer for work will be outdoors/farms most of the time been told by my local GP here in Australia I should get them done Hepatitis shots malaria Japanese encephalitis What's your thoughts on this as time ...
Rabies vacc. is a must, esp. for farm work and being even slightly rural (i.e. not just staying in Phnom Penh) we've had several cases now of foreigners dying from it. Also, malaria (which is safe to say, no long-term ex-pat in Cambodia takes ... Read More
Best cities to live in Cambodia by Julien
Hi, ItÂ’s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Cambodia. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
One thing's for sure, James, Cambodia's developing rapidly (I've heard the same things you listed here). Read More
What do Cambodian woman expect from their western friend? by james1963
Hello, I am James (54) and I have a question what answer I can not find on this forum or the internet. First, I am not a sextourist, pedophile, druguser or alcoholic. I have read a lot about woman in Cambodia but ... I have had 3 wifes here in ...
james1963 (if that's the year you were born, we're almost the same age, BTW), there are individual approaches to kissing but there isn't an "Asian kiss". However, I do believe there are subtle country by country differences, ... Read More
What do Cambodian woman expect from their western friend? by james1963
Hello, I am James (54) and I have a question what answer I can not find on this forum or the internet. First, I am not a sextourist, pedophile, druguser or alcoholic. I have read a lot about woman in Cambodia but ... I have had 3 wifes here in ...
Based on me following these types of stories since I discovered Stickman's website in the late 90's, I can't say I truly am. We just never get to hear their side of the story ; ) and get a glimpse into their reasoning. If I had to ... Read More
What do Cambodian woman expect from their western friend? by james1963
Hello, I am James (54) and I have a question what answer I can not find on this forum or the internet. First, I am not a sextourist, pedophile, druguser or alcoholic. I have read a lot about woman in Cambodia but ... I have had 3 wifes here in ...
Quite an interesting risk/reward strategy, eh? You gave her $400 a month just for being your companion (which for many females with just the standard school education remains a dream salary) and she just decides to up the ante like this and goes for ... Read More
What do Cambodian woman expect from their western friend? by james1963
Hello, I am James (54) and I have a question what answer I can not find on this forum or the internet. First, I am not a sextourist, pedophile, druguser or alcoholic. I have read a lot about woman in Cambodia but ... I have had 3 wifes here in ...
james1963, I'd say don't jump into anything too soon, take your time. Ending a relationship and trying to evict a partner that has moved in with you will likely really bring on the heartache on both sides. Any emotional baggage you have ... Read More
Cambodia's most expensive cities by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the most expensive cities to live in Cambodia? What are the costs of things such as rent, utilities, weekly groceries, dining out, etc.? What is the lifestyle like in these cities, for expats and locals? What are ...
No Noise, I certainly agree that there is "something about Cambodia". However, there's also something about it that turns quite a few people right off in a very short amount of time. It's like some (seem to) get the fairy dust and ... Read More
Looking to set up a business next year in Cambodia by Ethos200AB
I have heard the phrase Fixer as someone you can employ in Cambodia who will deal with all the licences that are needed plus anything else needed. I have also heard the term Tea money and that you need to pay the tax office $20 every month just to ...
Stephen, Cambodia is full of MFI's - why would they need yours/another one? A "fixer" won't be able to help you if you do not qualify under the rules or if your business breaks existing laws; even Cambodia has grown up from the ... Read More
I should have just gone to Mexico by Zerene
Dear Diary, I should have just gone to Mexico. I'm having the worst time/luck/uggghhhiness. I left Tunis on Qatar, bc it said they were the second-best airline. Then they wouldn't let me bring my tiny (3 1/2 lbs.), enclosed in a carrier, ...
Hi Zerene, I hope that things will look up for you soon. Do take care of yourself. Cambodia is definitely a place you have to love or have a big enough reason to come and stay. Mexico will still be there in the future if you decide to switch ... Read More
I'm on my way! by kernow2017
I am from the US and been in The Philippines for 6 months. Read a lot about Asia and decided to move to Cambodia. My choice is between PP, with visits to Sihanoukville for the beaches, or live in Sihanoukville and make trips to PP for major shopping ...
Sad to see, it's over 30% more even for Sihanoukville. As you are proving my point even more, I don't think "rubbish' is the term that fits here. In regards to your part 2, just let the guy come visit and check it out for himself. ... Read More
I'm on my way! by kernow2017
I am from the US and been in The Philippines for 6 months. Read a lot about Asia and decided to move to Cambodia. My choice is between PP, with visits to Sihanoukville for the beaches, or live in Sihanoukville and make trips to PP for major shopping ...
I'm sorry JoeKhmer but "it you don't like beaches and the sea, go Kampot, very quiet and no sea..." is ridiculous. Not only is Kampot right on the coast (check any map), it has an estuary/river to boot making for a very scenic and ... Read More
I'm on my way! by kernow2017
I am from the US and been in The Philippines for 6 months. Read a lot about Asia and decided to move to Cambodia. My choice is between PP, with visits to Sihanoukville for the beaches, or live in Sihanoukville and make trips to PP for major shopping ...
Sihanoukville has a bit of a reputation but take a look at it and take a look at Kampot/Kep (or somewhere else in Cambodia, of course). Some 1BR houses start at $150 - apartments at even less. More important is what kind of environment you are ... Read More
Coming to Cambodia asap.
In regards to insulin availability, I'd drop these guys a note via their blog: http://pharmacie-delagare.com/en/ Read More
I'm on my way! by kernow2017
I am from the US and been in The Philippines for 6 months. Read a lot about Asia and decided to move to Cambodia. My choice is between PP, with visits to Sihanoukville for the beaches, or live in Sihanoukville and make trips to PP for major shopping ...
Steve, how about visiting first before deciding to move there to avoid any avoidable costs and disappointment? I would also doubt that Cambodia is cheaper than the Philippines. It really isn't the cheap Charlie heaven of SE Asia, despite ... Read More
Cambodia customs duty on electronic devices by gulfport
I'll be going to cambodia soon and im carrying 4 smartphones, 3 cameras, 2 laptops and 2 ipads. My question is if i'll be asked to pay customs duty on these items upon arrival ? Or theres no import duty on electronics for personal use ( ...
The question - as always - is: Do the items stay in Cambodia or not? No tourist declares electronic gadgets that will be taken out again. ... Even if they stayed, I doubt it. Anyway, here's the ... Read More
Filipina & Belgian getting married in Cambodia
OK, this question needs some qualification. By "the requirements" do you mean to have that marriage recognized in your home countries? If so, you'd need to ask your respective embassies. As there is no Khmer citizen involved, ... Read More
how is the electricity there? by Judy expat in Mexico
I meant to ask, how is the electricity there? Same as in the US or do I need an adapter?
230 volts at 50 cycles / second. http://treehouse.ofb.net/go/en/voltage/Cambodia Read More
Cost of living in Cambodia - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Cambodia, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices ...
It appears that you knew nothing about Cambodia before coming here (except perhaps some vacation trip reports?). No, the UN certainly does not and will not "gut" the Khmer government, whatever you mean by that - I can only guess 'to ... Read More
Employment in Cambodia by Becker340
Hi everyone, I am new to expat community and I would love to get more information with regards to moving and working in Cambodia. My boyfriend and I are from South Africa and we are making the decision to start a new adventure and head to ...
Hi, as you already know, Cambodia is the poorest country in SE Asia. There is no work for you in the banking industry unless you get sent as an ex-pat by an employer from abroad. There is no lack of well trained bank staff, who probably do it for ... Read More
Best cities to live in Cambodia by Julien
Hi, ItÂ’s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Cambodia. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
That would be way too far in my book but to each their own. While I love Angkor Wat, SR gets too hot for me in the hot season. I also wonder where all this water all the hotels need is coming from in such a dry place. It's Kampot for me. Live ... Read More
Why is Pochetong Airport so LAME? by marukai47
In all my years of traveling... I have yet to experience an Airport that has a final flight between 8-9 and closes at 11pm. Most if not all stay open 24/7. Are they afraid of the gangs coming into the airport? I bet the gangs in Baltimore and NYC ...
Very true but one needs to possess one in the first place in order to pack it ;) Read More
Why is Pochetong Airport so LAME? by marukai47
In all my years of traveling... I have yet to experience an Airport that has a final flight between 8-9 and closes at 11pm. Most if not all stay open 24/7. Are they afraid of the gangs coming into the airport? I bet the gangs in Baltimore and NYC ...
I knew this was going to be our resident complainer 'can't-find-the-exit-marukai' before the page opened. Were you loitering or something/had no boarding pass? You are also flat wrong. These flights are scheduled every night: (SGN) Ho ... Read More
I've had enough of Cambodia. I booked my return flight by marukai47
As the title states. I'm through with this country. There's too many scams and tonight was the straw that broke the camels back when someone on a moto took my phone. I come here to spend money and this is what happens? No Thanks. I'll ...
Oh really?. It appears that you are misusing the term corruption. corruption 1. dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power, typically involving bribery. Charging more for electricity (the only cases from Khmer440 I can remember) is not ... Read More
I've had enough of Cambodia. I booked my return flight by marukai47
As the title states. I'm through with this country. There's too many scams and tonight was the straw that broke the camels back when someone on a moto took my phone. I come here to spend money and this is what happens? No Thanks. I'll ...
Oh, based on how the OP worded it, there is for the sake of the discussion. Nobody is denying that corruption is rife in the kingdom. The OP apparently suddenly waking up to this and blaming his decision on is completely ridiculous and just shows he ... Read More
I've had enough of Cambodia. I booked my return flight by marukai47
As the title states. I'm through with this country. There's too many scams and tonight was the straw that broke the camels back when someone on a moto took my phone. I come here to spend money and this is what happens? No Thanks. I'll ...
The OP could perhaps have posted some examples were corruption personally affected him in a negative way. He first needs to get real and serious and put things into perspective. Read More
Cambodia Electricity Prices VS Other Countries. by marukai47
How does Cambodia Electricity per KW differ from other countries. I've been looking at rentals on Khmer24 and one lists .25 per KW. Is that cheap?
Looks like the OP has no further use for answers on this topic: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=630281 Read More
how to make money in Cambodia by buckshot
I am moving to Cambodia in late October. i am trying to come up with ideas. for business or way to make money in cambodia. any ideas. I am open to living anywhere in cambodia. buckshot
That's a 'no' from my gut and a 'no' from the pro's as well, it seems: http://www.leopardasia.com/media/documents/pdf/leopard_capital/Leopard_Capital_winds_down_Cambodia_fund.pdf Read More
I've had enough of Cambodia. I booked my return flight by marukai47
As the title states. I'm through with this country. There's too many scams and tonight was the straw that broke the camels back when someone on a moto took my phone. I come here to spend money and this is what happens? No Thanks. I'll ...
marukai, how long were you in the country and what was your initial motivation to come to Cambodia? I think you are being a little unfair. It's not that the corruption was a complete surprise to you once you got there and your phone could have ... Read More
imperfect US currency exchange. by guidedbyvoices
Where in Sihanoukville can somebody exchange-use,US currency that might have pen marks,ink scribble,slight tear,etc.I come from sth america and there is no such thing as a perfect-direct from the press note available there without request and even ...
Thank you for your offer but I always felt that Spanish is a must for Central & South America and I don't speak it. In any case, I lost my heart to Asia and I decided to get serious about it. So, this opens up an interesting question: Do ... Read More
imperfect US currency exchange. by guidedbyvoices
Where in Sihanoukville can somebody exchange-use,US currency that might have pen marks,ink scribble,slight tear,etc.I come from sth america and there is no such thing as a perfect-direct from the press note available there without request and even ...
You are welcome. Hope you will find a solution. Do not post a larger amount, the risk is just too great. Thanks for the description of US$ notes in S. America - i have never been. Read More
imperfect US currency exchange. by guidedbyvoices
Where in Sihanoukville can somebody exchange-use,US currency that might have pen marks,ink scribble,slight tear,etc.I come from sth america and there is no such thing as a perfect-direct from the press note available there without request and even ...
Unfortunately, as you already know you will have a real difficult to impossible time trying to unload/exchange these damaged bills anywhere in Asia. Is there anyone you trust 100% that might be traveling to the US and could exchange these for you? ... Read More
Four ex or Interactive Brokers
FOREX you mean? Short for foreign exchange. Read More
Bringing US Currency into Cambodia by USNavyguy
Hello, Can anyone tell me how much US currency I can bring into Cambodia legally? I have heard there are no restrictions, but others say it's $10,000. What is the real truth? Thanks.
USNAVYGUY, do you have an account with these banks already? If you do, I'd try to ask beforehand or have someone ask on your behalf. I would not trust that the check depositing be a simple process. Read More
Bringing US Currency into Cambodia by USNavyguy
Hello, Can anyone tell me how much US currency I can bring into Cambodia legally? I have heard there are no restrictions, but others say it's $10,000. What is the real truth? Thanks.
Jan, is correct. There is no limit - under 10K just does not need to be declared on the customs form. I'd venture a guess you run more of a risk not declaring 10+ K amounts to your home country (or wherever you travel from) when leaving. ... Read More
I need help, desparately. Housing/business. by Reinette Broadhurst
Hi everybody I am a Brit, now living in Ethiopia and I had planned to retire in Cambodia next year. I bought an apartment in Phnom Penh from a company called Brocon, it was rented and they were the managing agents. Everything went well until this ...
A purchase agreement - referred to me as "a/the contract", apologies if that wasn't clear enough. Read More
I need help, desparately. Housing/business. by Reinette Broadhurst
Hi everybody I am a Brit, now living in Ethiopia and I had planned to retire in Cambodia next year. I bought an apartment in Phnom Penh from a company called Brocon, it was rented and they were the managing agents. Everything went well until this ...
Brocon's website's gone dead, so this may be a scam in process. You must have signed a contract - what does it say in regards to the payments? Get a lawyer. Read More
Environmental protection in Cambodia by Kenjee
Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in Cambodia? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and selective ...
Wamut, in my experience, SE Asia does what it wants and moves at its own pace. Plus, kickbacks determine the outcome of almost anything. I have seen many expats despair over this. Read More
Environmental protection in Cambodia by Kenjee
Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in Cambodia? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and selective ...
I started my own (tiny) reforestation project on land that I have long-term-leased; so far, 155 trees planted. I will see in August how many have made it and then go from there. Read More
Essentials to live in Cambodia by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Cambodia, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Cambodia? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
An open and well balanced mind free from extremes + a lot of patience. Read More
Best cities to live in Cambodia by Julien
Hi, ItÂ’s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Cambodia. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
Moot point asking this on a forum - you have to visit yourself and several times as well to get a feel. Also, unless a company is sending you on an expat package, don't expect too much from the job market. Most foreigners eventually create ... Read More
Next time it could be you! by PaulaMike
I am warning people about the dangers of bag snatching around the Russian Market area. On Friday evening around 8pm whilst walking with my husband, 2 guys on a moto attempted to snatch my bag. The guy on the back grabbed it but it stayed around my ...
No, it's not. Been visiting Cambodia since 2003, now own a house in Kampot. I never had even one seriously bad experience - However, that is me (and my karma) so far. For me, the only caveat was - in Thailand though, where I had lived before ... Read More
Next time it could be you! by PaulaMike
I am warning people about the dangers of bag snatching around the Russian Market area. On Friday evening around 8pm whilst walking with my husband, 2 guys on a moto attempted to snatch my bag. The guy on the back grabbed it but it stayed around my ...
So sorry this happened to you. However, I'm not convinced people would help much more in other countries while the perpetrators are still speeding along on their bike. In Cambodia, they certainly try to make up for it once the jao's are on ... Read More
What do you like the most in Cambodia? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Cambodia? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Cambodia and the reason why you enjoy ...
I can honestly say that I never had a real bad experience with any tuk tuk or motorcycle taxi driver (only bad experiences ever were with a Swiss GH owner in SR (now in prison, coincidentally) and a skin doctor's office in PP - for any doctor in ... Read More
What do you like the most in Cambodia? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Cambodia? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Cambodia and the reason why you enjoy ...
Just a short message to the admin, since all my responses to a poster named Tonydins (and his posts telling us how bad the place was and that it "made him sick to read" others liking/defending it ) got deleted. A thread like this is just ... Read More
how to make money in Cambodia by buckshot
I am moving to Cambodia in late October. i am trying to come up with ideas. for business or way to make money in cambodia. any ideas. I am open to living anywhere in cambodia. buckshot
sanou01, at the price you are quoting, you will be far away from PP (or any other urban city center, even in "downtown Kampot", I've seen $200 / m2 plots) and it gets harder to predict the future. Location's # 1, as always. Find ... Read More
how to make money in Cambodia by buckshot
I am moving to Cambodia in late October. i am trying to come up with ideas. for business or way to make money in cambodia. any ideas. I am open to living anywhere in cambodia. buckshot
This is wrong. A tourist visa can be extended once only and not be changed into the ordinary type. You'd have to leave the country again. Get an ordinary visa at the airport for $35 or in your country via the Cambodian consulate and that can ... Read More
How to get police clearance in Phnom Penh, Cambodia by genh
"I've been here in Cambodia for almost 5 yrs and half and I just want to share my experience how I process some papers:" How to get police clearance in Phnom Penh, Cambodia (for foreigner) First step Buy application form at Ministry of Justice ...
That you have no criminal record in Cambodia - is the short answer. Read More
How to become Rich person with your Investment by Ang Sophy
'Money" It's very important, still now i also cannot save it too much. This month i get one company from my friend that he knew about how to become rich person. so now want to make biggest interest & make more money, i go will be ...
OP is trying hard to "sell" this opportunity disguised as a question. Tut tut tut. Read More
Ream Beach Guesthouse by Marco Pettini
Hi to all the people of "Expat.com"! I've been asked to introduce myself.. Well, my name is Marco Pettini, my passport shows that I'm italian and surely I love good wine, "lasagne" and "tiramisu'" but apart ...
I'd try this: "If you are interested in joining the adventure, or have a project, concept or idea please feel free to contact the owner at *** Good luck, Marco! Read More
Ream Beach Guesthouse by Marco Pettini
Hi to all the people of "Expat.com"! I've been asked to introduce myself.. Well, my name is Marco Pettini, my passport shows that I'm italian and surely I love good wine, "lasagne" and "tiramisu'" but apart ...
Thanks, Marco. You get like 3 m of rain per year on that side of the coast, I think. Kampot gets 2m. Read More
Ream Beach Guesthouse by Marco Pettini
Hi to all the people of "Expat.com"! I've been asked to introduce myself.. Well, my name is Marco Pettini, my passport shows that I'm italian and surely I love good wine, "lasagne" and "tiramisu'" but apart ...
Will search for the book - thanks, Marco. BTW, what did you like most about running Ream Beach GH and what did you like least? Read More
Ream Beach Guesthouse by Marco Pettini
Hi to all the people of "Expat.com"! I've been asked to introduce myself.. Well, my name is Marco Pettini, my passport shows that I'm italian and surely I love good wine, "lasagne" and "tiramisu'" but apart ...
TY Marco. Well, it is a nice spot but come on... Read More
Ream Beach Guesthouse by Marco Pettini
Hi to all the people of "Expat.com"! I've been asked to introduce myself.. Well, my name is Marco Pettini, my passport shows that I'm italian and surely I love good wine, "lasagne" and "tiramisu'" but apart ...
I always wanted to stay there but could never fit it in. Half a million, eh? Must have sat on a lot of land or maybe it was just that one & only location coupled with a fantasy price (quite common in Cambodia) I hope you will find a good GH ... Read More
how to make money in Cambodia by buckshot
I am moving to Cambodia in late October. i am trying to come up with ideas. for business or way to make money in cambodia. any ideas. I am open to living anywhere in cambodia. buckshot
No, this is not correct. There are no 3 months visas to the best of my knowledge for the 'Ordinary visa' type, only 6 and 12 months. These are multiple entry visas. No need for visa runs in Cambodia, unless you want to. When you get to the ... Read More
how to make money in Cambodia by buckshot
I am moving to Cambodia in late October. i am trying to come up with ideas. for business or way to make money in cambodia. any ideas. I am open to living anywhere in cambodia. buckshot
"Crazed?" Are you joking? Read my post again and it is very balanced. I think I'm a realist and Cambodia is what it is and a challenging place to make a living for locals and foreigners alike. This is great. As I said , a pal of mine ... Read More
how to make money in Cambodia by buckshot
I am moving to Cambodia in late October. i am trying to come up with ideas. for business or way to make money in cambodia. any ideas. I am open to living anywhere in cambodia. buckshot
That's an error in your thinking - or you have made up your mind about the place and now just want to hear everyone sharing negative stories that you agree with - everyone's story IS a true story; from the guy who started the FCC group or ... Read More
how to make money in Cambodia by buckshot
I am moving to Cambodia in late October. i am trying to come up with ideas. for business or way to make money in cambodia. any ideas. I am open to living anywhere in cambodia. buckshot
Cambodia is like a litmus test and many don't pass. Some even pay with their lives. But then would they pass in Colombia for example, or in Romania? Is it the country or is it us? Are our expectations and plans reasonable and sustainable? etc. Read More
Thinking about buying apartments and then rent them - good idea? by glendave
we are thinking of buying 2 apartments, or condos,and rent them ,is it better to rent apartments or condos,also does it take long to rent out, weeks or months.taking into account they will be furnished to a good to high standard and the rent to the ...
Where do you find such a price for something that isn't tiny/only fit to be torn down/in a bad building/out in the boonies in 2015? I am not a fan the "railroad style" that most apartments and houses in Cambodia have due to a ... Read More
Thinking about buying apartments and then rent them - good idea? by glendave
we are thinking of buying 2 apartments, or condos,and rent them ,is it better to rent apartments or condos,also does it take long to rent out, weeks or months.taking into account they will be furnished to a good to high standard and the rent to the ...
"Renting out on a weekly basis (for tourists or business travelers for example) seems also to be a gap here in the city." Just keep in mind that airbnb and Homeaway offers will gain more popularity, especially in PP in the future. I ... Read More
Thinking about buying apartments and then rent them - good idea? by glendave
we are thinking of buying 2 apartments, or condos,and rent them ,is it better to rent apartments or condos,also does it take long to rent out, weeks or months.taking into account they will be furnished to a good to high standard and the rent to the ...
Here's a real life example: (A gorgeous) 2 BR House on 700+ m2 land in beautiful surroundings, total cost $36K - you could probably do this for even less but depending on the area the land may cost you more. (Disclaimer: this is not in PP). Now ... Read More
Thinking about buying apartments and then rent them - good idea? by glendave
we are thinking of buying 2 apartments, or condos,and rent them ,is it better to rent apartments or condos,also does it take long to rent out, weeks or months.taking into account they will be furnished to a good to high standard and the rent to the ...
+ 1 (ignoring the fact that we might now get into this discussion of foreigners not being able to do this) Read More
Thinking about buying apartments and then rent them - good idea? by glendave
we are thinking of buying 2 apartments, or condos,and rent them ,is it better to rent apartments or condos,also does it take long to rent out, weeks or months.taking into account they will be furnished to a good to high standard and the rent to the ...
glendave, when it comes to renting out you might find it tough going as has been indicated. I have heard that it's a total renter's market at the moment and most find it tough to find new tenants. There is a glut of condo's in high ... Read More
Can we as foreigners buy land in Cambodia? For commercial purposes by dave ash
Hi all my wife and I are thinking of moving to Cambodia and were wondering can you buy land in Cambodia we would like to build 3 small building to rent out say b&b
Call it a long-term rental then - it certainly isn't illegal to rent to a foreigner. There will always be a solution and the ones interested in staying longer and setting up a nice place are usually the ones that Cambodia benefits from the most. ... Read More
Can we as foreigners buy land in Cambodia? For commercial purposes by dave ash
Hi all my wife and I are thinking of moving to Cambodia and were wondering can you buy land in Cambodia we would like to build 3 small building to rent out say b&b
Hi Dave, where in Cambodia would you want to do this? This is the bigger question IMHO, as your project must be feasible and your budget sufficient. In regards to land ownership as a foreigner, it's "where there's a will there's a ... Read More
How to come live not work in cambodia with my partner?Im 65 by Robin 667
Hi slava I need as much help as possible, I am at the moment still in Uk, but want to come and live in Cambodia with my Ukraine partner.can you give me any help with how we can live not work there and can we get visass easy for us to be able to live ...
You are most welcome. Sent you an email. I have personally moved continents three times, just waiting for for number four. The fewer things you have, the easier it is and unfortunately after every move, I accumulate more stuff. Read More
How to come live not work in cambodia with my partner?Im 65 by Robin 667
Hi slava I need as much help as possible, I am at the moment still in Uk, but want to come and live in Cambodia with my Ukraine partner.can you give me any help with how we can live not work there and can we get visass easy for us to be able to live ...
Spyke, do you know someone who successfully managed to get out of the work permit based on this? Would be nice if this were the case. This being Cambodia, having a ministry spokesperson say it is unfortunately no proof of it actually working in ... Read More
How to come live not work in cambodia with my partner?Im 65 by Robin 667
Hi slava I need as much help as possible, I am at the moment still in Uk, but want to come and live in Cambodia with my Ukraine partner.can you give me any help with how we can live not work there and can we get visass easy for us to be able to live ...
Let's start with this point: Cambodia currently does not have a retirement visa option. People enter on the ordinary visa once for $35 (formerly called "business visas) and just extend them to a multiple entry 6 month or 12 month visa. ... Read More
How to come live not work in cambodia with my partner?Im 65 by Robin 667
Hi slava I need as much help as possible, I am at the moment still in Uk, but want to come and live in Cambodia with my Ukraine partner.can you give me any help with how we can live not work there and can we get visass easy for us to be able to live ...
"If you stay a full year you will also get a work permit" should have read "If you stay a full year you will also need to get a work permit..." - sorry. Read More
How to come live not work in cambodia with my partner?Im 65 by Robin 667
Hi slava I need as much help as possible, I am at the moment still in Uk, but want to come and live in Cambodia with my Ukraine partner.can you give me any help with how we can live not work there and can we get visass easy for us to be able to live ...
Robin, check out Kampot, about 114 km from Sihanoukville (148 km from Phnom Penh, only 25 from Kep), on the coast as well. A peaceful place. Blue Star in town has many type of rentals available and they are trustworthy and do a good job. You and ... Read More
Top 5 tips to live in Cambodia by expat.com
Hi, When you are going to live abroad, you may have a lot of questions. Hence to facilitate you in this process, we are inviting expats to share their top 5 tips with regards to settling and living in Cambodia. What recommendations would you ...
1. Learn as much Khmer as you can. 2. Be patient & forgiving. 3. Choose well who you spend your time with. 4. Befriend a trustworthy local, who can clue you in. 5. Have your finances in order unless a well paid job awaits you. Read More
I need a house with my dog by Mu-Tana
Hello I'm sorry bad english I'm coming to 10 february and need house. I have a dog. Maybe help me. I asked same landlord but they not want to dog. :(
Take a look at Kampot and the international village :) Read More
Can anyone give me any advice on the visa situation. by J Hort
Hi everyone! My name is James, I'm a twenty five year old from the UK, and I'm looking to move to Phnom Pehn in March to teach English. And, of course, to soak up some beautiful Khmer culture and hospitality. I would very much like to stay ...
choco - if he feels the calling, let him come. The question is J Hort, have you ever been to SE Asia & Cambodia? Read More
Cambodia how safe is it.? by Bobjohnson1217
I am planning on going to Siem Reap Cambodia after the first of the year, any advice would be appreciated, I am a single retired male , I am planning on staying at one of the cheaper hotels , possibly up to a year.. if things go well.....
I've heard of SE Asian ex-pats who are really up there in age and doing well and for Thai expats there was never such a strong emphasis on it being an "early death-stination" even though way more foreigners seem to die there. I still ... Read More
Cambodia how safe is it.? by Bobjohnson1217
I am planning on going to Siem Reap Cambodia after the first of the year, any advice would be appreciated, I am a single retired male , I am planning on staying at one of the cheaper hotels , possibly up to a year.. if things go well.....
On the ever so outrageous Khmer440.com forum, (former) admin keeping_it_riel wrote in 2009 & '10: "...I'd say as a percentage guesstimate street homeless smackheads in London and male expats in Cambodia have roughly the same life ... Read More
Cambodia how safe is it.? by Bobjohnson1217
I am planning on going to Siem Reap Cambodia after the first of the year, any advice would be appreciated, I am a single retired male , I am planning on staying at one of the cheaper hotels , possibly up to a year.. if things go well.....
Regarding "do not drink much...", the problem is that some retired western males lose themselves once they get to SE Asia. The alcohol is cheap, the girls are sweet, they have no real reason to get up (early) in the morning and an ... Read More
how to make money in Cambodia by buckshot
I am moving to Cambodia in late October. i am trying to come up with ideas. for business or way to make money in cambodia. any ideas. I am open to living anywhere in cambodia. buckshot
I think the "find a nice young lady" plan could easily drain your resources, so caution is advised. Also, I doubt that all these ladies in their 20's/30's/early 40's are dreaming of a guy that in some cases could be their ... Read More
how to make money in Cambodia by buckshot
I am moving to Cambodia in late October. i am trying to come up with ideas. for business or way to make money in cambodia. any ideas. I am open to living anywhere in cambodia. buckshot
live52, I personally agree with the lawyer as these are often 24 hour (or almost 24 hr) businesses and I have no interest after decades of working in the west, to enslave myself even more in the l.o.m.d. (land of my dreams). Still, some non-locals ... Read More
Cambodia how safe is it.? by Bobjohnson1217
I am planning on going to Siem Reap Cambodia after the first of the year, any advice would be appreciated, I am a single retired male , I am planning on staying at one of the cheaper hotels , possibly up to a year.. if things go well.....
Statistically, Cambodia is plenty safer than Thailand where every other day a Westerner seems to run into some unfortunate turn of events. The one thing I always thought was to find a local you can trust to clue you in and so far I've always ... Read More
Cambodia how safe is it.? by Bobjohnson1217
I am planning on going to Siem Reap Cambodia after the first of the year, any advice would be appreciated, I am a single retired male , I am planning on staying at one of the cheaper hotels , possibly up to a year.. if things go well.....
Hi Bob, Malaysia does not fly to Siem Reap though, only Phnom Penh. Do a google search on "entering cambodia with one way ticket from bangkok" There is a recent thread from 2014 on a different forum. A low cost airline like Air Asia may ... Read More
Cambodia how safe is it.? by Bobjohnson1217
I am planning on going to Siem Reap Cambodia after the first of the year, any advice would be appreciated, I am a single retired male , I am planning on staying at one of the cheaper hotels , possibly up to a year.. if things go well.....
"The price of tourist visa (on arrival) to Cambodia will be increased effective October 1, 2014. Tourist visa (on arrival) will cost US$30.00 (from US$20.00). Announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Cambodia, as published ... Read More
how to make money in Cambodia by buckshot
I am moving to Cambodia in late October. i am trying to come up with ideas. for business or way to make money in cambodia. any ideas. I am open to living anywhere in cambodia. buckshot
CALPAC is right, there are no shortcuts. Move there first, the see what develops. Read More
Thinking Of Moving To PP...Few Questions First Please? by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Phnom Penh (it's a toss up between that and Saigon and somewhere in the Phils). Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move ...
I usually don't make this types of opinionated posts but since I just came back from PP (and will move to Cambodia in the future) I wanted to say that I find PP to be a terrible place (with some good parts sprinkled in) to live in unless you ... Read More
Best city in Cambodia to live in coming from the USA by johnlyndy
Hi our names are John and Lyndy. We currently live in the USA but are considering the move to Cambodia.Would like to hear from other expats now living in Cambodia. We would like to know just how difficult it would be to find living quarters. And are ...
In Kampot $250 / m. (and less) is definitely possible. No pool though. Read More
Best city in Cambodia to live in coming from the USA by johnlyndy
Hi our names are John and Lyndy. We currently live in the USA but are considering the move to Cambodia.Would like to hear from other expats now living in Cambodia. We would like to know just how difficult it would be to find living quarters. And are ...
Great research you did there... Yes, I'm being sarcastic, as in Cambodia the $US is basically the official currency for all transactions that go above a few $. Read More
How to get police clearance in Phnom Penh, Cambodia by genh
"I've been here in Cambodia for almost 5 yrs and half and I just want to share my experience how I process some papers:" How to get police clearance in Phnom Penh, Cambodia (for foreigner) First step Buy application form at Ministry of Justice ...
But what are you getting out of doing that (I heard the amount is rather substantial)? Read More
How to get police clearance in Phnom Penh, Cambodia by genh
"I've been here in Cambodia for almost 5 yrs and half and I just want to share my experience how I process some papers:" How to get police clearance in Phnom Penh, Cambodia (for foreigner) First step Buy application form at Ministry of Justice ...
Thank you very much. I didn't know you could. Read More
How to get police clearance in Phnom Penh, Cambodia by genh
"I've been here in Cambodia for almost 5 yrs and half and I just want to share my experience how I process some papers:" How to get police clearance in Phnom Penh, Cambodia (for foreigner) First step Buy application form at Ministry of Justice ...
Excuse my ignorant question, but what is the police clearance needed for? Read More