hs0zfe
German expat in Vietnam
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German
Lives in Sangkha, Surin province
Registration: 08 September 2014
Teachers salaries by 11judyc
Hello all, I was looking for information on maximum salaries for teacher in VN. I have 20+ years of teaching various subjects in high schools (American, Canadian and IB) and have advanced degrees. I have noticed a couple of schools have ...
Sorry, I can't contribute to the thread. But would like to ask for info and guidance regarding demo lessons. Those sometimes have lasted days and a few sly operators perfected the art of getting something for free. They drag this out and at ... Read More
Ignorant "pro" m/c taxi drivers
Hi All last night, I used several motorcycle taxis. All i. refused to give me the second helmet they carry. ii. some opted to drive with their lights off. iii. All stressed the semi-automatic clutch by avoiding gear changes. And they believe ... Read More
Looking for manufacturer/supplier for silk and a translator
Sorry, can't help - but I've been buying 100% silk shirts and pants (Tommy Bahama from the U.S.). Local made silk clothes would be of interest to me. can you source those here? Silk worms are bred in China and India, aren't they? I ... Read More
Searching and Searching and Still Searching by le_jazz
I am still on search on landing a full time teaching job here to no avail. Anyone who can suggest or help me? All I had so far are just part time. TIA
Well, are you a NES? Probably not - making it that much harder for obvious reasons. Have you got any job interviews? Are you looking at rural job offers as well? Few will hire a stranger based on a brief "Skype interview". Chris Read More
When employers cannot recoup expat teachers' salaries
What's up, everybody? Often, language centers want to hire foreigners without being able to afford them. One might get an annual contract, but when it's clear that the owners would be bleeding cash, this makes me worry. Have you noticed ... Read More
Can't deposit cash into my account? by treesahquiche
I was told by Vietcombank that I couldn't deposit cash into my account because I'm a foreigner, and I could only do account-to-account transfers. Apparently only my employer is allowed to deposit money into my account. I'm not really clear on the ...
Yes I understand that, but wire is expensive! My goal is always to move money around almost for free - no big fees, no stupid currency exchange rip offs, etc. Its all electronic - why should we have to pay huge fees or have big hassles? I ... Read More
Can't deposit cash into my account? by treesahquiche
I was told by Vietcombank that I couldn't deposit cash into my account because I'm a foreigner, and I could only do account-to-account transfers. Apparently only my employer is allowed to deposit money into my account. I'm not really clear on the ...
I've got good news for you. Check out the ATM fees at VIETCOM BANK. I found those much lower (20,000 d but that was last year). You can go and make a withdrawal with your passport and take out like 10,000.000 d at a time inside a branch. That 2 ... Read More
Hostel manager - how much pay should I ask for? by Thaiger
My friend wants me to manage a backpacker hostel. Would involve being on call 2-7 I guess though maybe I could still commute and do some classes. He said it would pay much more than a teaching position. I presently bank about 20-forty million ...
Get real - would that business support your salary at what would be the cost of 4 highly trained local managers? I keep wondering about my employer paying me and whether she is actually burning her own savings in the process? Can you help out ... Read More
I'm going to tell you something you may not want to hear by sushimonger
First let me tell you that I speak from two years of experience on the ground in Vietnam....80% of it outside of Saigon...in the real Vn with real government officials, police chiefs, business peeps of all types and sizes. If you spend all you ...
I hear you. As an employee, I've been shafted by every language center I dealt with. Some would never pay 1 Dong despite a fancy contract. Others just engage in small fiddles and won't reimburse expenses or whatever. Just watch their ... Read More
can you guys help me ? by soka20
hi there. i have a questions. next month my friend come to visit us from Thailand. and he want to stay in my friend rent room. because he want to save money for his vacation in Vietnam . than waste it spend for hotel . he use a tourist ...
Well, I told a Vietnamese friend and host to please report my stay the same evening to the police. She didn't and then was fined 500,000 d (no receipt) Elsewhere, there was no problem and no fee or tea money provided the report was made in a ... Read More
Bad feeling on Uber and Grab in Vietnam. by Contem talk
Hello Folks Anybody has any bad experience using Uber or Grab taxi? Usually, i am using Uber car on my daily travelling, at the begging, it was smooth and cheaper. But later on whenever I am trying to book my trip, then the fee is too high (not ...
I've yet to use UEBER etc., but the other day I learned about "shared rides" offered by regular taxis. Prices varied but during those 10 minutes, several unsolicited offers were made (HA TRUNG to THANH HOA CITY, about 22 km). Ended up ... Read More
Honda Vision and shipping a motor scooter from HCMC to Thanh Hoa City?
Hi All my boss offered me a Honda Vision motor scooter. And I started looking at bikes on Craigslist. Found a deal in HCMC. Q: how much would it cost to ship a scooter to Hanoi? Or all the way to THC? In Thailand, the post office provides this ... Read More
Can't deposit cash into my account? by treesahquiche
I was told by Vietcombank that I couldn't deposit cash into my account because I'm a foreigner, and I could only do account-to-account transfers. Apparently only my employer is allowed to deposit money into my account. I'm not really clear on the ...
A: don't worry, you can transfer funds by regular wire. I've done it countless times . Yesterday, I managed to deposit 26 M, no questions asked. (In the past, this required the contract to show sources of funds). *** Today, I am told that I ... Read More
Gee....Yogi didn't see this coming. by Yogi007
Yogi's been watching a new "construction" going up nearby. Small apartment block, about 8 levels. They decide to put a nice little Colour Bond light weight construction "roof" on the top , somewhere to hang the washing ...
imgBB then insert the link. Check it out! Chris Read More
Safest way to send a gift from USA to Vietnam by charlesle9
I was advised to post this topic here as it would give me a better response. I live in the USA near Little Saigon, Orange County. I have a family member in Vietnam whose birthday is coming up soon. I want to buy him a gift here in the US, then ship ...
OT: I just lost a 10 kg parcel (Swiss chocolate and mostly protein bars) from Germany. Value: $ 200 and insured by DHL. To TH, not VN and still, it got stolen That Ipad can be bought in VN. Apple prices are not that different, globally, unless you ... Read More
Musings on a job ad by hs0zfe
[i]is the leading IELTS English center in Hanoi and Saigon with seven branches in Vietnam. Due to the increase in the number of the student enrolments, we have the need for additional native English teachers to join RES and teach General English for ...
The whole industry is quite bizarre. In Thailand, I've met young adventurers from Cameroon who claimed to be both, experienced teachers and NES. One guy "with a degree in English" couldn't even sit down and write a lesson plan. And ... Read More
Musings on a job ad
is the leading IELTS English center in Hanoi and Saigon with seven branches in Vietnam. Due to the increase in the number of the student enrolments, we have the need for additional native English teachers to join RES and teach General English for ... Read More
Many questions about what's normal in Morocco
Personally, I have no time for people with fake FB accounts and no photos of themselves etc. Read More
Many questions about what's normal in Morocco
A normal middle aged single business man would: * have a Facebook in his name, complete with photos and a phone number? * Share photos of his shop, residence, car and ordinary life - like a meal with friends? * Self employed shopkeepers who can ... Read More
If student has bad result in class,is it right to blame for teacher? by tien.ho03
I worked for certain language centers in Vietnam. I am an English teacher. Students coming to those center are quite "lazy". Most of them just learn in class and do not study or even do homework at home. So the question is that how they ...
This will go down well with the owner of the center! (Sarcasm) They cram more students into a class than is good etc. etc. At a Thai government school, I had a special class with more English lessons, aircon room etc. One students wouldn't ... Read More
If student has bad result in class,is it right to blame for teacher? by tien.ho03
I worked for certain language centers in Vietnam. I am an English teacher. Students coming to those center are quite "lazy". Most of them just learn in class and do not study or even do homework at home. So the question is that how they ...
Please consider this: you have invested lots of time and money. Now finish it. Nearby is an office building which is finished by at least 80%. Most windows are in. Great location. and even if they have to sell it for half FMV, fair market value, it ... Read More
If student has bad result in class,is it right to blame for teacher? by tien.ho03
I worked for certain language centers in Vietnam. I am an English teacher. Students coming to those center are quite "lazy". Most of them just learn in class and do not study or even do homework at home. So the question is that how they ...
Hear, hear. And then there is the size of classes. 17 kids? There is never a quiet time as short as 5 seconds. Someone will run out to drink water / pee / ... and the few with ADS or other mental issues find ways to keep those who want to learn from ... Read More
If student has bad result in class,is it right to blame for teacher? by tien.ho03
I worked for certain language centers in Vietnam. I am an English teacher. Students coming to those center are quite "lazy". Most of them just learn in class and do not study or even do homework at home. So the question is that how they ...
The old blame game, huh? What about dull grammar-centric material? The way your center arranges things? Grammar as panacea. Forget the psychology of learning. Another truth: each student needs to learn all by herself. That process cannot be ... Read More
Aptamil milk powder - special request (need to replace it)
Sorry - bad wording. I meant the milk powder boxes were mechanically wrenched open in a 20 kg parcel from Germany to SE Asia... (An unbelievable mess inside this parcel - the milk powder was all over the contents). I mean, I would have to pay for ... Read More
Tailor made suits in HCMC by AlCatraz
Hi, new on this forum and in the city since 1.5 months now, hello to everyone :) I thought to myself that a tailor made suit would be a nice way to spend my Dongs. My female flatmate would join in for some nice (business) dresses. Do you have any ...
Hope this will be tolerated: https://www.lonelyplanet.com/thorntree/forums/asia-thailand/topics/read-this-tailoring-in-thailand While this is about Bangkok, a lot of the issues raised will apply to HCMC as well. The OP, Geographicus is very ... Read More
Tailor made suits in HCMC by AlCatraz
Hi, new on this forum and in the city since 1.5 months now, hello to everyone :) I thought to myself that a tailor made suit would be a nice way to spend my Dongs. My female flatmate would join in for some nice (business) dresses. Do you have any ...
Are you serious? Me, I often use the cloth brand as a search word on Ebay. There are a few famous European mills... Scabal, Dormeuil, ... Good fabrics will cost hundreds alone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1cVYydNX4k ... Read More
Tailor made suits in HCMC by AlCatraz
Hi, new on this forum and in the city since 1.5 months now, hello to everyone :) I thought to myself that a tailor made suit would be a nice way to spend my Dongs. My female flatmate would join in for some nice (business) dresses. Do you have any ...
Perhaps it's unfair to chime in. (Having only had clothes made in Thailand). After years, I'm no longer bothering with MTM as fabrics and style are likely substandard. While one can buy top quality items on Ebay. Yep, floating canvass and ... Read More
Public noseblowing in Germany (thoughts on manners) by elektraX
In the part of the U.S. that I grew up in, it was taught to us since childhood, that one must be conscientious about where one blows their nose. Not in front of large groups, not in public, and definitely NOT at the dinner table. Preferably, one ...
Loud, ongoing sniffling. the moving up of mucus in the nose... That is offensive to my ears! The situation at a seminar, a group of maybe 25. The guy next to me kept making 100 times more noise than if he had blown his nose and thus e n d e d it. Read More
Highly skilled shoemaker / watchmaker in Hanoi?
Much appreciated. Will have a look-see. Read More
Getting to know the typical Vietnamese. by Gpm2011
Been here in Vietnam for nearly 8 months but i don't have any idea what a typical Vietnamese is. Anybody wants to share with me some inputs. Thanks.
Well, there are students on a shoestring budget. Very resourceful. Very frugal. Hard working and very driven people! Then I've met a few single girls in their 20s. Full-time but lowly paid jobs (5 M). Must be tough on that salary. Like the ... Read More
Highly skilled shoemaker / watchmaker in Hanoi?
Not every body likes quartz watches. Where can I find a skilled watchmaker? Are there traditional shoemakers in town? Am having bad luck with cheap services. One destroyed a silk jacket by washing it. Dry cleaning done badly. Bought no-name ... Read More
Traffic incident by PhucDatBiet
Got into a minor fender bender today. I was riding grab bike and my driver had to stop hard to avoid hitting another biker ahead of us who also made a sudden stop. Then a girl and her mom hit us from behind in full force. They got the nerves to ...
I can relate. In an accident which nearly killed me and totalled my motorcycle, the driver of the speeding taxi van who drove the wrong side of the road in town, claimed that it was me who "fell of" my bike. It was a loud bang. The damage ... Read More
How much should I pay? by D.Cai
Alright so I have decided to get a maid to clean my place once a week, sweeping, moping, etc nothing major, but I was wondering how much I should pay? Should I pay hourly or by the week? Hourly I'm worried it'll be dragged out, weekly it would be a ...
Seems it's a global issue? My grandmother had a cleaner who came in weekly. I was still going to school at the time but noticed she never did a thorough job. Instead, la-di-dah everywhere and nowhere. Take the kitchen. Spend the 3-4 hours. Next ... Read More
Half-hearted "students" - is it time to pack it in? by hs0zfe
I'm a sucker when asked to help. Sometimes, an adult will ask me to help by speaking with them via Skype. There won't be a payment. But it seems those students lack the motivation, the hunger, the seriousness they might have if they were ...
Thanks, man, I see you have been there. I'm sore because my ego's been bruised. Over time, they tend to take everything for granted. And not bother to keep at it. Tenacity is crucial for success, wouldn't you agree? A new low was when a ... Read More
Half-hearted "students" - is it time to pack it in? by hs0zfe
I'm a sucker when asked to help. Sometimes, an adult will ask me to help by speaking with them via Skype. There won't be a payment. But it seems those students lack the motivation, the hunger, the seriousness they might have if they were ...
Excuse me? You must be proud of your supreme powers of deduction! These are young adults, not teenagers. And what do you think I've been doing? Boring monologues? Role play, getting them to speak. It's more about them than me. But the ... Read More
investment in Bangkok by johnrusdiah
I am interested in property investment in prime location in Bangkok. I need a reliable property agent in Bangkok.. I appreciate any information
Sellers' market. we are talking >100 times the monthly rent. With fees and deferred maintenance costs and the occasional embezzlement (!) the ROI tens to suck. OTOH, there are houses in the USA where you can net double digit returns. ... Read More
Most used cars seem to be selling for just as much as a new car by Paul Miller
Hi, I am new to Pattaya. If any other expats can help me to find a used car at a reasonable price, it would be fantastic. Most used cars seem to be selling for just as much as a new car, I don't understand this. Any suggestions?
Hi Paul forget dealers - I haven's seen one car which was reasonably priced, ever! Guess they rely on desperate people needing financing. BAHTSOLD - I saw some lower priced cars there. Check THAIVISA, too. And drive a hard bargain. Some people ... Read More
Querry about Bus trip going Thailand from Vietnam
JETSTAR flies HAN - BKK. I like them better than Air Asia (missed a flight, saw extreme overcrowding at 4 am making just the check-in a nightmare). There is more to such a long bus trip than a $ to $ comparison. You will be groggy for d a y ... Read More
Urgent Need!! Caregiver to Senior speak German
Try to place this ad online. Quoka and Der Farang... Good luck! Read More
Bar certified lawyer in AL and CA?
Has anyone contacted law schools to get a lead to a young lawyer who hung her shingle and will do a flat-rate deal? Chris Read More
investment in Bangkok by johnrusdiah
I am interested in property investment in prime location in Bangkok. I need a reliable property agent in Bangkok.. I appreciate any information
John, check out a condo's issues and their HOA fees not being paid up. Take my condo: * this very second, a loud water pump on the top floor's roof bothers me. * one elevator has been disabled (or it remains un-repaired) * Over 10% owe huge ... Read More
Half-hearted "students" - is it time to pack it in?
I'm a sucker when asked to help. Sometimes, an adult will ask me to help by speaking with them via Skype. There won't be a payment. But it seems those students lack the motivation, the hunger, the seriousness they might have if they were ... Read More
Making phone calls in Scotland
We bought the "3" plan for 20 pounds as data is our priority. Read More
What do you like the most in Scotland? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Scotland? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Scotland and the reason why you enjoy ...
Scotland's natural beauty and also the kindness of her people are unrivalled. I've travelled extensively and worked on other countries on different continents. But some incidents are unheard of elsewhere. Often elderly people do acts of ... Read More
Living cost in Edinburgh- is 3850 GBP salary good ?
That's a strange question without more information. Usually, a huge portion of one's salary would go to rent & council tax and the car, besides taxes. More importantly, Scotland is a special country. Chris Read More
Riding a 650 cc enduro - legal with int'l dl? by hs0zfe
Hi I can rent bigger bikes in Hanoi / Saigon. Would I get into trouble? I thought the limit was 175 cc? Thanks!
Owning such a bike would be out of the question, wouldn't it? Is the Police afraid of bikers being faster than them? (Saw Lamborghini as cop cars in Dubai) Chris Read More
Employment Situation by Revolutionary
I currently live in the USA and work remotely for a company in Canada as a customer service rep. Its not a lot of money but currently I make about about 1000 Canadian dollars which converts into 17,247,361 Vietnamese dong. If my requirements are as ...
How many hours do you work to make $ 1,000? Would you consider getting a 2nd job? Just wondering. You can find love wherever you may be. Not to be rude, but why wouldn't a local woman want to be with you where you are now? Read More
What kind of pathology is behind this common behavioral pattern? by randsteh
I am talking about a "habit" which I see in nearly 40% working population here. If I see only in some cases I can say that "it is normal". But many people here are repeating this "same pattern". (By calling more ...
Decades ago, I heard a business man's tale of woe. He was in South Africa. And some locals would disappear after payday to return broke. At one language center, foreigners were doing midnight runs. No good byes. But there is another side of the ... Read More
What kind of pathology is behind this common behavioral pattern? by randsteh
I am talking about a "habit" which I see in nearly 40% working population here. If I see only in some cases I can say that "it is normal". But many people here are repeating this "same pattern". (By calling more ...
Do leaving interviews! There might be bullying or some issues inside your company. Read More
what is expected of foriegn men by Viet women during dating? by MarkinNam
I am wondering, what are the expectations of VN women, are they like western expectations of the 60's where the guy does all the chasing ? or is there a balance between the 2 ? I accept that there will be significant difference between city and ...
Without having read the long thread, I warn all not to confuse chatting, skyping, Facebook interaction with something real. A distant friend had been convinced of some man's undying love for her - without them ever having met face to face. It ... Read More
Experiences with Germany
Jogging in a cemetary? Mixed saunas? These are two things that come to mind from a Thai visiting me in Germany... Read More
ATM fees: a huge surprise @ Vietcom Bank :D
In a nutshell, 20,000 d. Other banks charging 5 x more. Paid 165 k once at BIDV. Hope this will help someone save. I would have saved a million Dong if I had known that earlier... Chris Read More
Riding a 650 cc enduro - legal with int'l dl? by hs0zfe
Hi I can rent bigger bikes in Hanoi / Saigon. Would I get into trouble? I thought the limit was 175 cc? Thanks!
Thank you for your answer. Enjoy riding. It clears the head, doesn't it? Pardon my ignorance, is there another mountain region near Hanoi besides MOC CHAU? Read More
Employment Situation by Revolutionary
I currently live in the USA and work remotely for a company in Canada as a customer service rep. Its not a lot of money but currently I make about about 1000 Canadian dollars which converts into 17,247,361 Vietnamese dong. If my requirements are as ...
YMMV as all depends how you budget (spend your money). Had a deal with free room and 2 cooked meals every day. So it's a small room and not what you describe. OTOH, if you can live without Coca Cola and chocolate etc. and ride a motorcycle, you ... Read More
800 USD enough to stay in HCMC for 12days ?? by MarcusKS
Hey guys , I'm going to HCMC in July.Just wondering my budget enough to stay 12 days. I'm planing to go danang for 3days 2nights with my gf so I don't mind to stay in cheap hotel 20-30 USD. As long the room is clean. After Danang, we ...
How about taking the bus? Read More
Can't deposit cash into my account? by treesahquiche
I was told by Vietcombank that I couldn't deposit cash into my account because I'm a foreigner, and I could only do account-to-account transfers. Apparently only my employer is allowed to deposit money into my account. I'm not really clear on the ...
While I have been able to deposit Dong into my VIETIN a/c, my employer refused, claiming they couldn't. To open the account, I needed the labour contract. The same for overseas payments by Western Union. Can it be that you should break your ... Read More
Teaching English in Danang by Lizzie54
I will be doing a TEFL course in HCM in October and was thinking of teaching in Danang afterwards. Could anyone tell me if English teaching jobs are plentiful there e.g in secondary schools - state or private, I have two degrees as well. Many ...
Some centers are stuck in "recruitment mode". It's a professional courtesy to i. be upfront and honest when they don't want to pay $ 1,000 and put the hours in writing. It might help jobseekers to share some experiences: You got ... Read More
Teaching English in Danang by Lizzie54
I will be doing a TEFL course in HCM in October and was thinking of teaching in Danang afterwards. Could anyone tell me if English teaching jobs are plentiful there e.g in secondary schools - state or private, I have two degrees as well. Many ...
Beware of time wasters. There was a center outside Da Nang. They tried to recruit me for months, then backed out the last second. Guess they did not want to amend their contract? Some centers are shoestring operations. You better go there in ... Read More
Teaching English in Danang by Lizzie54
I will be doing a TEFL course in HCM in October and was thinking of teaching in Danang afterwards. Could anyone tell me if English teaching jobs are plentiful there e.g in secondary schools - state or private, I have two degrees as well. Many ...
Tell me, have you found Vietnamese schools obsessing with grammar? Thailand is more open for conversation? And the lesson plans - where are they stricter? I saw Kindergarten teachers write long lesson plans in VN! Read More
Thank you Vietnam!!! Alibaba by christean
Oh so I've been hearing stories and reading articles regarding Vietnamese thieves and robbers but never expected to fall a victim myself. So yesterday, I parked my bike at vincom center (on the walk way) ,went to a coffee shop a few meters away ...
Thanks for the warning! FYI, why do you think restaurant hire a guard? Was the bike on a chain? Read More
My vietnamese girlfriend cannot stay at my house in vietnam overnight by enigma1981
Today i went to the local police station in da nang,cause i just renewed my visa,and the policeman told me they have right to check my house which i rented one month ago anytime even at mid-night?! And my vietnamese girlfriend cannot stay at my ...
Thank you for this new perspective! The Police came to the language center to check my digs. Not to shake me down but to make sure all is well (or else the center would have to move me to a hotel). Well, the center pretended that I was staying at ... Read More
USEFUL INFORMATIONS ABOUT VIETNAM FOR NEW COMERS by ngahuynh8074
Hi all, I am Vietnamese, I live in Hochiminh city. I'm a lawyer (woman), also a biker. You know, Vietnam is a beautiful country with many places with various cultures to visit, to ride, to explore, to experience. There're a lot of expats ...
Thank you for your kindness. When I broke down in Geneva, every (!) biker who came by stopped to ask and offer assistance. Had breakdown insurance, but forget that spirit among car owners. Tell me, are your friends wearing leathers, too? I have ... Read More
Homeless in New York, US want to move and work in Vietnam. by Justoneword
Hi all, my name is Than Nguyen, I am a college student/professional looking for employment in Vietnam to move back to Vietnam. I recently got into an argument with my mom, and she kicked me out, and currently living in a homeless shelter in New ...
Than, I don't want to rile you or make fun of you. Be careful to avoid this talk in an interview - but if you want to unburden yourself here, feel free to share. The above post leaves me confused. Your mother thought your business was all ... Read More
Homeless in New York, US want to move and work in Vietnam. by Justoneword
Hi all, my name is Than Nguyen, I am a college student/professional looking for employment in Vietnam to move back to Vietnam. I recently got into an argument with my mom, and she kicked me out, and currently living in a homeless shelter in New ...
Than, gas pump attendant? Stocking shelves at a supermarket? I've worked in manufacturing, in construction and drove a big truck to other countries. You have got to prepare for long days of hard work. After 9 hours of teaching and 1-2 hours on ... Read More
Homeless in New York, US want to move and work in Vietnam. by Justoneword
Hi all, my name is Than Nguyen, I am a college student/professional looking for employment in Vietnam to move back to Vietnam. I recently got into an argument with my mom, and she kicked me out, and currently living in a homeless shelter in New ...
Than, take it from a middle aged guy who worked xx years abroad. You will always take Than with you, with all Than's issues. How come most guys would prefer to be in NY? ... Can't you get work there? Save $$$s for your flight? What's ... Read More
I must soon decided to stay in Vietnam or go. by kerrinkris
Last April I moved to HCM to open a hot yoga studio. I've taught hot yoga for the past eleven years in the US, Philippines, Thailand and Singapore. My goal is to introduce this very popular style of yoga (aka Bikram Yoga) to Vietnam. I want to ...
OT: how do you view Thailand? I could see you do this in Chiang Mai. You have the money to move to nicer digs? Read More
Looking for a job! Please help! by Zara Foster
Hi, I am yet to arrive in Vietnam but I am about to follow my boyfriend (he has a new job in Ho Chi Mihn). I am originally from England and have spent the past 2 years working abroad, working for a year in a 5* hotel in Egypt, working with ...
Zara, I paid about $ 465 for my 6 months re-entry B Visa. $ 365 up front and the rest on arrival. Chris Read More
Employment Situation by Revolutionary
I currently live in the USA and work remotely for a company in Canada as a customer service rep. Its not a lot of money but currently I make about about 1000 Canadian dollars which converts into 17,247,361 Vietnamese dong. If my requirements are as ...
Well, I stayed at an okay hotel with big screen Sony TV and movies, wifi for 250 k a day (night only: 140 k). That's about $ 10. Food is cheap. Wifi: not 100% reliable, especially in a small town near Halong. But then, no power for hours, that ... Read More
Aptamil milk powder - special request (need to replace it)
Apologies for the boring question. Bought this for a friend in VN, but two 800 gr. packs in a big parcel. They burst open and caused a huge mess. Now I wonder, is this product for sale? How much? Might have to go and buy replacement in Germany and ... Read More
Riding a 650 cc enduro - legal with int'l dl?
Hi I can rent bigger bikes in Hanoi / Saigon. Would I get into trouble? I thought the limit was 175 cc? Thanks! Read More
What is stopping a VN business from paying $$s into a foreigner's a/c?
Cheers, Simon. It's less than 20 M. They told me "come to get cash". But when I came, they had no cash and made more promises Read More
Bad bacterial infection in Hanoi by hs0zfe
It started with an aching tooth. The dentist cleaned out most of the rotted pulp and the swelling subsided. But he left the tooth open and food contaminated it (?). The next visit was less pleasant - this time, I [i]felt[/i] some remaining nerve ...
Without wishing to disclose the hospital, I am in good hands (staff). But then the hospital lacks seccurity * Visittors partying and smoking? * Visitors and homeeless people hogging free beds? * rude behavior and no rules? (A visitor stole my ... Read More
What is stopping a VN business from paying $$s into a foreigner's a/c?
It worked after I heelped a friend by ordering parts with my credit card in the U.S. His deposit hit my account. Now a small company which owes me money demands that I <come and get it in cash> which would mean taking a bus 5 hours each way. ... Read More
Bad bacterial infection in Hanoi by hs0zfe
It started with an aching tooth. The dentist cleaned out most of the rotted pulp and the swelling subsided. But he left the tooth open and food contaminated it (?). The next visit was less pleasant - this time, I [i]felt[/i] some remaining nerve ...
Thank you all for your kind suggestions. I've been getting IV drips around the clock - it was indeed a bad case... Read More
Bad bacterial infection in Hanoi
It started with an aching tooth. The dentist cleaned out most of the rotted pulp and the swelling subsided. But he left the tooth open and food contaminated it (?). The next visit was less pleasant - this time, I felt some remaining nerve tissue. ... Read More
I am bored but I want to join club like sport or something like that by rosafun_90081
i had been here quiet for about 2 years and now is summer vacation, and i have nothing to do at all. So i want to join a club that doesn't make me feel bored at all and for the past about 2 years i had been a lazy-bum and got no excerise at all! ...
Sounds like you need to balance your life. Become active, break a sweat and then feel good afterwards. But are you motivated? (My hotel room has a huge mirror and I don't like what I see. That's a strong motivation for change :idontagree: ... Read More
Where are used motorcycles traded? by hs0zfe
Am in My Dinh and will bring a VN friend to pose as buyer for obvious reasons. Alas, she doesn't know this place... Thanks! (Can't see the Hanoi forum to post in)
Thanks - silly of me not to check that website. Although it seems that 95% of the ads are by dealers masquerading as private sellers. :rolleyes: Some even use generic photos - the Honda Wave looks fantastic - but it's not showing the one which ... Read More
Where are used motorcycles traded? by hs0zfe
Am in My Dinh and will bring a VN friend to pose as buyer for obvious reasons. Alas, she doesn't know this place... Thanks! (Can't see the Hanoi forum to post in)
http://www.gt-rider.com/thailand-motorcycle-forum/showthread.php/39010-The-truth-about-buying-and-selling-Chinese-Honda-Wins-in-Vietnam No. Buying from a private seller is the way to go... Thanks, Chris Read More
Where are used motorcycles traded? by hs0zfe
Am in My Dinh and will bring a VN friend to pose as buyer for obvious reasons. Alas, she doesn't know this place... Thanks! (Can't see the Hanoi forum to post in)
No. Selling "Honda" Wins by chance? Or "Honda" Dreams? http://www.gt-rider.com/thailand-motorcycle-forum/showthread.php/39010-The-truth-about-buying-and-selling-Chinese-Honda-Wins-in-Vietnam thanks for your thought! Chris Read More
EMS - paid 792,000 d and it has been 10 days... by hs0zfe
Hi All the letter weighed 45 g[b][/b]rams and was sent to Mississippi, USA. It contained 4 pages for a property deal. No call, no nothing. Q: is this common? What should I do next? Re-schedule another notary service at the U.S. embassy @ $ 50, ...
10 working days?!? :o They guarantee delivery within 72 hours at hald the postage in Thailand! Wow, 10 working days... so there is hope? Thanks for this and the other reply! Read More
Need someone to write a legal complaint in Vietnamese
Any suggestions? A legal secretary or a law student or an intern at a law firm might do. There is a process in place to deal with labour disputes... I'd like to file a complaint and get the ball rolling. Whom should I try to hire? Any ideas or ... Read More
Where are used motorcycles traded?
Am in My Dinh and will bring a VN friend to pose as buyer for obvious reasons. Alas, she doesn't know this place... Thanks! (Can't see the Hanoi forum to post in) Read More
EMS - paid 792,000 d and it has been 10 days...
Hi All the letter weighed 45 grams and was sent to Mississippi, USA. It contained 4 pages for a property deal. No call, no nothing. Q: is this common? What should I do next? Re-schedule another notary service at the U.S. embassy @ $ 50, then ... Read More
Foreign teachers need a degree in "language & paedagogy"?!? :o
Thanks, Jim. In the mean time, there are xxxx folks flying under the radar? Some will always be more equal than others? Good luck filling those vacancies! Read More
Foreign teachers need a degree in "language & paedagogy"?!? :o
How y'all doing? This is kinda embarrassing. For months, a language center has been wooing me. They upped the salary, guaranteed the hours etc. They have had difficulties preparing the contract but then they kept assuring me to <trust ... Read More
Where to get the B-Visa? Overseas or in Vietnam?
@Larsey - cheers, mate! My bad. I was afraid of joining a company with a T-Visa. But maybe there will be a way to sort this out in a legal manner before my first hour of work? I'd hate to break the law and face - what? penalties, deportation and ... Read More
Where to get the B-Visa? Overseas or in Vietnam?
Thanks for the answer - but are you 100% sure that the WP comes before the B-Visa??!? How can anyone legally work without a B-Visa? With a B-Visa, the employer can apply for a WP. The other way round? :/ This is impossible for Thailand for ... Read More
Foreigner borrowed money then did not return by diemnguyen
Hello all, I am quite a new member in this forum. Since i joined, there is a member contacted me about doing business together. I met him and his friend for talking about business. I did give him sample of products then one day he borrowed me a ...
that's something confidence men perfected. A school asks VN teachers for a month's salary and the foreigners get suckered by some undocumented "loan" which is (verbally) said to be repaid with the last payment. while the small ... Read More
Where to get the B-Visa? Overseas or in Vietnam?
A potential employer's staff told me they could change a T-Visa for about $ 50 in Vietnam. Heard of changes and that it's a new law to apply in one's home country... No more B-3 Visa on arrival (I checked). Am worried as I'd hate ... Read More
What's the fastest way to get a TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certificate? by howietp
I have been offered a job but apparently need to get an English teaching certificate for the work visa. TEFL/TESOL/CELTA/DELTA are all ok. Is if feasible to do something online and get it in a week or two? Thanks!
QUOTE Yes I agree with you that native trained English teachers are probably more qualified than TESL, etc, teachers, ( how can someone with , i.e, a Degree in Urban Planning, possibly been anywhere near as Qualified as a local with a Degree in ... Read More
teachers receiving money from students by philip983
A vietnamese woman I know told me that the native teacher at a language school where some of her girlfriends study regularly meet the (male) teacher outside of class and that he recently asked them for money so he could go to Cambodia to renew his ...
Well, I've been working as a teacher in SE Asia. In VN, people do like to interact with us. Be that sitting on a bench, reading a book, at the supermarket or attending a student's birthday. Some grandmother may stop to let her granddaughter ... Read More
Dodgy VN English schools by bluenz
There should be a thread dedicated to dodgy VN English schools, ( I've heard of many on here ), to warn potential Teachers about shady operators .BUT according to EP rules we are NOT allowed to name the said schools, better left to PM the ...
Wow, there are similarities... Wish some other teachers would contribute their experiences in an open and honest matter. (There is more to it than venting or VN bashing). * One owner suckered me by pretending that his microphone doesn't work. So ... Read More
Dodgy VN English schools by bluenz
There should be a thread dedicated to dodgy VN English schools, ( I've heard of many on here ), to warn potential Teachers about shady operators .BUT according to EP rules we are NOT allowed to name the said schools, better left to PM the ...
@Bluenz. This might open up a wound. but may I ask which steps you have taken to get paid? Not getting paid has been a major headache here in VN! Okay, when there is no contract, we might as well forget about it (Dept. of Education said so). That ... Read More
Dodgy VN English schools by bluenz
There should be a thread dedicated to dodgy VN English schools, ( I've heard of many on here ), to warn potential Teachers about shady operators .BUT according to EP rules we are NOT allowed to name the said schools, better left to PM the ...
One crazy owner had a day job at the university as economist. But his English was atrocious While his wife's English was much better and she was better suited as a kindergarten teacher to handle younger kids. No, the Alpha male had to repeat ... Read More
Dodgy VN English schools by bluenz
There should be a thread dedicated to dodgy VN English schools, ( I've heard of many on here ), to warn potential Teachers about shady operators .BUT according to EP rules we are NOT allowed to name the said schools, better left to PM the ...
Dave's is focused on other countries. Mainly China, Korea... My last employer insisted that I pretend to be from the UK. (Got a UK degree which - as might be normal - was kept "until you leave" and then not returned. But then, by not ... Read More
Collecting money - Filipino making $ 800 as a teacher by hs0zfe
How does debt collection work when foreigners are the parties?
Could you please send me a link? Stuff came up but it was not what you mentioned here... Thank you in advance! Read More
Collecting money - Filipino making $ 800 as a teacher by hs0zfe
How does debt collection work when foreigners are the parties?
@I3ully let me just say there are shades of grey. FYI, i asked the Labour Dept. and they referred me to the Education Dept. Those people need a contract and that particular language center's MO has been to never ever pay any of its foreign ... Read More
ESL - crackdown in Quang Ninh province a sign of things to come?
There have been raids by Immigration police. How is the situation in your province? Can someone confirm that one needs to return to one's home country to apply for a B-Visa? In addition, that one needs a labour contract to get such a Visa? ... Read More
Vietnam Visa Categories Change From January 2015 by Vietnam-Travel-142
- Before 2015, Vietnam visa for foreign citizen had been symbolized as B2, B3, C1, C2, D, etc. for different purpose of their visiting. All old symbol of Vietnam visa categories were replaced by the others are more simple and clear based on the New ...
Quick question: there have been raids at language centers in Qung Ninh province. One foreign colleague left for Laos and returned with some Visa. But he doesn't even have a contract! Does that mean they are having him work on a T-Visa?!? Just ... Read More