Budman1
American expat in Vietnam
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Registration: 22 July 2010
international banking by jspark97
Hi everyone,Based on my research, I believe that HSBC is the best route for the international banking. I was wondering if any of you have done this scenario:Open a bank in my home coutnry (for me it's the US), and move to Vietnam.Have your company ...
Following this. Been searching for this magical banking experience. I havent checked out HSBC but I did check out citibank and another US bank I forget which one. With my experience with citibank they said even though its the same name they are ... Read More
US government treasury check
A friend of mine that's been here for years got a EIB check mailed to here late last year. He closed his US bank account when he moved over here a long time ago so he can't send it back there for deposit. The VCB that he has a account with won't ... Read More
Transportation to Moc Bai, how? by narcrepellant2525
Hi,Since Covid outbreak bus 701 does not commute to Moc Bai border crossing, what is the best option to go there for visa run?
Hi,Since Covid outbreak bus 701 does not commute to Moc Bai border crossing, what is the best option to go there for visa run? -@narcrepellant2525Opinions vary. My opinion is that the best option is a private car that will take you at the time you ... Read More
Your best culinary memory in Vietnam by Mickael
Hello everyone, As you know, every country has its own flavours and tasting the local cuisine is a great way to discover the culture of a destination. Whether it's a small typical restaurant to taste local dishes, a traditional meal in a local's ...
@Mickael McDonlads...Rick Read More
SSA 7162 help needed by Good_Man
Hello Group, I have a question for the group. The SSA-7162 is due in November and I want to know how I can fulfill this requirement. The previous two years the pandemic erased this requirement, but this year the pandemic restrictions have been ...
@OB, a few years ago the forms never made it to us through the VN mail system to our house, time was getting close so I downloaded them on line. We filled them out and mailed them off to the SSA, with a cover letter explaining why we weren't ... Read More
SSA 7162 help needed by Good_Man
Hello Group, I have a question for the group. The SSA-7162 is due in November and I want to know how I can fulfill this requirement. The previous two years the pandemic erased this requirement, but this year the pandemic restrictions have been ...
To all the posts above you guys are making mountains out of ant hills. The established procedure is so simple . SSA sends you the bar coded form with a pre-addressed return envelope. Fill it out and mail it back, Way to easy. Never has it been ... Read More
SSA 7162 help needed by Good_Man
Hello Group, I have a question for the group. The SSA-7162 is due in November and I want to know how I can fulfill this requirement. The previous two years the pandemic erased this requirement, but this year the pandemic restrictions have been ...
@Good_Man USPS is f##### up. That's the same address I've been sending my wife's and I SSA 7162 for years and years. I's right off their website.Rick Read More
SSA 7162 help needed by Good_Man
Hello Group, I have a question for the group. The SSA-7162 is due in November and I want to know how I can fulfill this requirement. The previous two years the pandemic erased this requirement, but this year the pandemic restrictions have been ...
https://secure.ssa.gov/apps10/poms/images/SSA7/G-SSA-7162-OCR-SM-1.pdfAdministration, P.O. Box 7162, Wilkes-Barre,. Pennsylvania, 18767-7162, U.S.A. Here's the form and mailing address. Need to beat feet, Nov is the latest before they cut you off. ... Read More
Determining Legitimate Owner/Lesee of Property, Phu Quoc by Aidan in HCMC
I'm negotiating with a local about purchasing some additional land here in Phu Quoc. He tells me that he has not yet received the "Red Card" (Pink Card?) for the land from city officials.Anyone familiar with the steps to take to determine who holds ...
Visited the local UBND today. I need an interpreter. I brought with me two English speaking VN, who were summarily shoo'ed away. When I started to object, both pleaded with me not to upset the "officer". I have seen this many times, how locals are ... Read More
Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
This thread is for everything Off-topic..........[img align=C]https://www.askideas.com/media/13/Burning-Whats-Up-Gif-Picture.gif[/img]
https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=266038I started the same topic back in 2013. Called it "The No Topic Thread"Rick Read More
Bying building or renting by funny888
Hoi an , northern Qang Ngai, Hi! Somebody knows anything about bying plot ,building in vietnam on this forum ? What is the obsticales? And what should you know all? What permission needed? What status do I self need?Or simply rent?
Nobody can buy land in Vietnam. They can only buy land usage rights (LUR). Note that the property standing on the land is considered as a separate item to the LUR. That means that as a foreigner you can buy the house but not the LUR. You can ... Read More
How/Where do I get a spousal TRC issued by kjkinVn
My wife and I got married in her home town Ha Long during Tet 2018. We have a Vietnamese marriage certificate. We live in Canada now and are planning on visiting Vietnam this summer. My question is how do I get a TRC? Can I get it at the Vietnamese ...
Get a PRC and end all this foolishness and hassles forever . RickHe should complete at least 3 years with her to apply for the PRC :D Anh Rick, I remember the time you posted about your PRC. I think you applied after 3 years of marriage. If not, ... Read More
How/Where do I get a spousal TRC issued by kjkinVn
My wife and I got married in her home town Ha Long during Tet 2018. We have a Vietnamese marriage certificate. We live in Canada now and are planning on visiting Vietnam this summer. My question is how do I get a TRC? Can I get it at the Vietnamese ...
TRC …VEC… 😱 my head hurts.Get a PRC and end all this foolishness and hassles forever . RickDid you do that Rick? (Your comment reminded me of THIS THREAD which was somewhat entertaining)Thanks OB for posting that old thread, I ... Read More
How/Where do I get a spousal TRC issued by kjkinVn
My wife and I got married in her home town Ha Long during Tet 2018. We have a Vietnamese marriage certificate. We live in Canada now and are planning on visiting Vietnam this summer. My question is how do I get a TRC? Can I get it at the Vietnamese ...
TRC …VEC… 😱 my head hurts.Get a PRC and end all this foolishness and hassles forever . Rick Read More
Regulations for tourists entry to Vietnam by mikedylan2001
Where can I find the official government regulations in English for tourists to enter the country? There is a lot of conflicting information regarding timing for the PCR tests insurance and other things. I would like to read it directly from the ...
Thanks for the good information pppham! I see one requirement on the list is, “ must have proof of medical or traveler insurance for $10,000”. I did speak to a Vietnamese counselor at the San Fransisco, USA Vietmamese embassy (last ... Read More
Vietnam Reopening for Tourists, With Conditions by OceanBeach92107
The three phase plan for allowing tourists from certain countries to enter Vietnam is now becoming clearer. Tourists will be highly restricted to one of the 5 locales and designated hotels, restaurants and specific activities of their tour ...
"Also, this seems to be a conflict caused by individual domestic restrictions (by individual provinces and provincial cities) and the international restrictions put forth by the central government. Ironically, this is certainly due to the ... Read More
News just in by AndyHCMC
news just in from UK Boris Johnson has given a speech outlining "England SCRAPS vaccine passports, REVERSES child vax decision, "The prime minister also announced that those 12-15 years of age would be able to now get a COVID-19 vaccine ...
https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/vietnam-scraps-rapid-covid-test-requirements-for-int-l-passengers-4422182.html Another one of them for what there worth. Rick Read More
Business travel to Vietnam by SteinNebraska
Looking at making my first return trip to Vietnam in March. It would only be a two week work trip. I have seen some incidental antecdotes about business travel less than 14 days not requiring quarantine but nothing official on a government ...
Oh, and an aside, flights suck right now. I've made this round trip a dozen times and it's always between 24-26 hours total time from my home and never more than $1,700. Three flights from Omaha, Denver, Tokyo, HCMC. This time I have to ... Read More
Business travel to Vietnam by SteinNebraska
Looking at making my first return trip to Vietnam in March. It would only be a two week work trip. I have seen some incidental antecdotes about business travel less than 14 days not requiring quarantine but nothing official on a government ...
For what it's worth Homeboy: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/simplified-procedures-for-foreigners-vietnam-entry-in-effect-fm-spokeswoman-4418902.html Rick Read More
back to vietnam on a commercial flight recently (last 2 weeks) by bizdeals
what is the procedure for entry? I have been given a number of the local authorities in saigon to call to advise them of my arrival on the 12th december. how much does the 7 day quarantine cost? thanks.
i am dual citizen , so travelled on a vietnamese passport.Why would you need a Vietnamese visa if your returning to Vietnam and entering with your Vietnam passport? Rick Read More
Legal Support for Expats in Vietnam by Danny Quan
Hello All, My name is Danny, a licensed lawyer who has practised from 2012 until now in Vietnam. I just created a group to support expats living in Vietnam. I hope it will provide you with useful and free advice for your work or business here. You ...
There used to be a young lady who was a local paralegal who posted here. She was very discreet about the boundaries of what could be said openly and never, as far as I know, got her toes stepped on my moderators. Before the pandemic hit, she gave ... Read More
DAILY LIFE IN VIETNAM DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC 2020-2021 by goodolboy
Day 4 self imposed isolation in apartment :- Today the lock down seems to be taking effect Q 12 Tan Thoi Nhat . All big coffee shops, BBQ etc now closed, Some small coffee shops & street eating places still open. Most Supermarkets & street ...
In case anybodys interested: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/government-unifies-plethora-of-apps-used-for-covid-control-4364599.html Rick Read More
DAILY LIFE IN VIETNAM DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC 2020-2021 by goodolboy
Day 4 self imposed isolation in apartment :- Today the lock down seems to be taking effect Q 12 Tan Thoi Nhat . All big coffee shops, BBQ etc now closed, Some small coffee shops & street eating places still open. Most Supermarkets & street ...
In case anybody is interested: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/government-unifies-plethora-of-apps-used-for-covid-control-4364599.html Rick Read More
Have you received a vaccination for covid yet? How? by Ford Prefect
Hi All: Have any foreigners on this list received a vaccination for corona virus? What was the process? I am in My Tho and it is just an unbelievable hassle to get the form to go receive the vaccine. I have my temporary residence registered, I have ...
For US citizens living in Vietnam, any one know if the US consulate has plans to assist their citizens into getting preferred American vaccines such as Moderna or Pfizer?It's a negative. And it's not a no to preferred vaccine, but a no to ... Read More
Have you received a vaccination for covid yet? How? by Ford Prefect
Hi All: Have any foreigners on this list received a vaccination for corona virus? What was the process? I am in My Tho and it is just an unbelievable hassle to get the form to go receive the vaccine. I have my temporary residence registered, I have ...
For US citizens living in Vietnam, any one know if the US consulate has plans to assist their citizens into getting preferred American vaccines such as Moderna or Pfizer?It's a negative. And it's not a no to preferred vaccine, but a no to ... Read More
DAILY LIFE IN VIETNAM DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC 2020-2021 by goodolboy
Day 4 self imposed isolation in apartment :- Today the lock down seems to be taking effect Q 12 Tan Thoi Nhat . All big coffee shops, BBQ etc now closed, Some small coffee shops & street eating places still open. Most Supermarkets & street ...
@budman. if you have money in US, RIA service will still do same cash delivery service as HAI HA in AU (i believe) ... but that depends if you in/near major town i suspect PS what is your location now?Thanks again Fred but I'm not about to do ... Read More
DAILY LIFE IN VIETNAM DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC 2020-2021 by goodolboy
Day 4 self imposed isolation in apartment :- Today the lock down seems to be taking effect Q 12 Tan Thoi Nhat . All big coffee shops, BBQ etc now closed, Some small coffee shops & street eating places still open. Most Supermarkets & street ...
... as i was saying to JG, the govt totally lost the plot by announcing a total LD - and then letting thousands upon thousands of people flock & crowd to the supermarkets for panic buying - a super super spreader event/s sponsored by the govt. ... Read More
DAILY LIFE IN VIETNAM DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC 2020-2021 by goodolboy
Day 4 self imposed isolation in apartment :- Today the lock down seems to be taking effect Q 12 Tan Thoi Nhat . All big coffee shops, BBQ etc now closed, Some small coffee shops & street eating places still open. Most Supermarkets & street ...
Well with people going out as they fancy and the grab for food from Friday I think there is going to be a HUGE spike in next few days, with influx of military medical people hopefully the city is equiped if there is. I agree with Jigar boy the days ... Read More
DAILY LIFE IN VIETNAM DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC 2020-2021 by goodolboy
Day 4 self imposed isolation in apartment :- Today the lock down seems to be taking effect Q 12 Tan Thoi Nhat . All big coffee shops, BBQ etc now closed, Some small coffee shops & street eating places still open. Most Supermarkets & street ...
https://vn.usembassy.gov/ho-chi-minh-city-movement-restrictions/ They have been softly trying to enforce the social distancing and restrictions in Saigon. Very few people it appears paid attention.The hammer is going to come down Monday. My only ... Read More
Have you received a vaccination for covid yet? How? by Ford Prefect
Hi All: Have any foreigners on this list received a vaccination for corona virus? What was the process? I am in My Tho and it is just an unbelievable hassle to get the form to go receive the vaccine. I have my temporary residence registered, I have ...
I am down in Tra Vinh Province...it was well organized,Do you have any information on neighboring Ben Tre Province? My wife tells me that her family has heard nothing about anything being scheduled. I did find that as of a week ago there had been ... Read More
Won't be long till the tourists are back in Vietnam. by mikedylan2001
Looks like Vietnam will go the way of many other countries in the not too distant future. Fully vaccinated tourists to be allowed in after a seven day hotel quarantine. This measure will protect people from the disease as well as protect tourist ...
13 mill? Ho Chi Minh City's 2021 population is now estimated at 8,837,544. thats off google where did the 13 mill figure come from? GF read a post (VNEXPRESS) that vaccines for HCMC now ... Read More
Won't be long till the tourists are back in Vietnam. by mikedylan2001
Looks like Vietnam will go the way of many other countries in the not too distant future. Fully vaccinated tourists to be allowed in after a seven day hotel quarantine. This measure will protect people from the disease as well as protect tourist ...
Correct. I have received my 'TT' code TRC from recent marriage. TRC valid 3 years (border entry/exit in this period not required) but yearly register address with police is .From what I read none of the above has any impact on letting ... Read More
Cashing USD $ checks by AB_Wayne
Please advise if a USD dollar check issued in USA can be cashed or deposited and how?
Well unfortunately having gone through this a few times in the past 15 years here, my suggestion is this. If it's a check drawn on a USA bank, have the sender cancel it and send the money with TRANSFERWISE or MONEYGRAM to you. If it's a US ... Read More
Cashing USD $ checks by AB_Wayne
Please advise if a USD dollar check issued in USA can be cashed or deposited and how?
I'll reply tomorrow with everything you need to know. You ain't going to like it though. BEER TIME. Rick Read More
Vaccine for foreigners by Guest2023
Here is the English translation of the story. [url=https://tuoitrenews.vn/news/society/20210628/foreign-citizens-in-vietnam-to-be-vaccinated-against-covid19-foreign-ministry-spokesperson/61755.html]Vaccine[/url]
The understatement of the century: "It can be a test of patience to *fully* understand Vietnamese official documents." Thanks Ms. "C" for putting it in prospective. Rick Read More
The new hanoian (TNH) missing by nguyenthanhtu77
Morning, Anyone knows how to connect to The new Hanoian (TNH) again. It is the website for ex-pats in Vietnam but I cannot find it now pls help me to find the way Thanks
Morning, Anyone knows how to connect to The new Hanoian (TNH) again. It is the website for ex-pats in Vietnam but I cannot find it now pls help me to find the way ThanksIt's gone, bye bye along time ago. It got to greedy for money, and way, way ... Read More
DAILY LIFE IN VIETNAM DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC 2020-2021 by goodolboy
Day 4 self imposed isolation in apartment :- Today the lock down seems to be taking effect Q 12 Tan Thoi Nhat . All big coffee shops, BBQ etc now closed, Some small coffee shops & street eating places still open. Most Supermarkets & street ...
I hope they get with the program down here real quick. No testing, just a small white truck driving around the town telling everybody to wear masks. They might be setting themselves up to a really rude awakening soon. Not surprising though because ... Read More
DAILY LIFE IN VIETNAM DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC 2020-2021 by goodolboy
Day 4 self imposed isolation in apartment :- Today the lock down seems to be taking effect Q 12 Tan Thoi Nhat . All big coffee shops, BBQ etc now closed, Some small coffee shops & street eating places still open. Most Supermarkets & street ...
I hope they get with the program down here real quick. No testing, just a small white truck driving around the town telling everybody to wear masks. They might be setting themselves up to a really rude awakening soon. Not surprising though because ... Read More
French support for it's citizens COVID 19
I read this: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/france-announces-covid-19-vaccination-program-for-citizens-in-vietnam-4309056.html Then this: The United States Government does not plan to provide COVID-19 vaccinations to private U.S. citizens ... Read More
DAILY LIFE IN VIETNAM DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC 2020-2021 by goodolboy
Day 4 self imposed isolation in apartment :- Today the lock down seems to be taking effect Q 12 Tan Thoi Nhat . All big coffee shops, BBQ etc now closed, Some small coffee shops & street eating places still open. Most Supermarkets & street ...
When they pull these folks off the street: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/business/industries/southern-region-halts-lottery-amid-covid-outbreak-4307260.html It's time to stock up on groceries, supplys, beer and smokes, because things are gonna ... Read More
COVID 19 (CORONA VIRUS) UPDATES FOR ALL NATIONALITIES & STATUS by goodolboy
Was not to sure exactly where to post this link so started a new topic, most of us not in this situation but some might be! https://www.facebook.com/ukinvietnam/photos/a.388627835543/10157163891370544/?type=3
So as of today the "fat & broke" guy on youtube is telling his followers that every day HCMC is reporting 1,000 new covid cases. From what I can gather this morning there was 230 over the last 24 hours. Can anyone clarify ... Read More
Studying in Singapore on Student Visa
Hi, I will be providing information on studying in Singapore on a Student Visa, this will be a consultation thread. Any parents/ students who are keen to study in Singapore can leave your questions down and i will gladly answer them!Are you going to ... Read More
COVID-19 Discussions & Arguments & Debates
Ok,,, so using those numbers 18,360 total in VN? and 84 deaths ? I'm just using those figures this is JUST for perspective of the current threat for people in VN nowhere else on the globe seeing I live in VN so thats where my threat is,,, thats ... Read More
Vietnam is boring by Guest6787
I've been here 3 months in Binh Duong, just 20 km outside of the HCM city center. There's almost no variety to life here. Everything is the same. Same food everywhere you go, every day. Same boring boxed food products in every store. ...
Boring Cities? I'm so far out in the sticks guys, they don't roll the sidewalks up at night, because they don't have any sidewalks. My internet connection is two cans and a long string. I knew it would be like that when we were picking a ... Read More
Viet Nam Sim card
Dude, you got a official link to backup that ridiculous statement? You must be the only person in Vietnam that has even heard of it. Admin needs to delete your post. Ms "C", where are you? Rick Read More
How to show respect when visiting parents and family of the girlfriend by danrodri
Hi, here is a delicate matter but I am sure someone can help me. I'm soon visiting my gf for the first time in her hometown. The parents do not know about us and for my gf it is not the time to tell them. So, I will arrive with some friends just ...
Danrodri it appears you have the blessing of Ms C on this ..... So before you head down here to the Delta if you haven't installed these apps make sure everybody in your party to include the driver has them on their phones. Here's the ... Read More
How to show respect when visiting parents and family of the girlfriend by danrodri
Hi, here is a delicate matter but I am sure someone can help me. I'm soon visiting my gf for the first time in her hometown. The parents do not know about us and for my gf it is not the time to tell them. So, I will arrive with some friends just ...
I think you are overthinking this. I have been with my wife for 6-years, never once thought " How can I show her respect". Respect is a two-way street, show it and you will receive it. Reading between the lines, it sounds like the woman ... Read More
How to show respect when visiting parents and family of the girlfriend by danrodri
Hi, here is a delicate matter but I am sure someone can help me. I'm soon visiting my gf for the first time in her hometown. The parents do not know about us and for my gf it is not the time to tell them. So, I will arrive with some friends just ...
danrodri It sounds to me that's she's on chapter 2 of the famous Vietnamese book "How to train a western boy friend" and doing a really good job I might add. Rick Read More
Visa query by StefanR
So I finally move to Vietnam in less than two weeks. Thanks to Tet I was waiting to get my VOA letter until this week. My initial plan was to get a 3 month Tourist Visa, and as soon I secure a job then I can get a long term Visa (1 year), with the ...
You appear to be truly sincere about this and I wish you good luck. However, I think when you ask for the documents up front before you hand over the green stamps your going to get a indignant look from the dude and his response will be "What ... Read More
Visa query by StefanR
So I finally move to Vietnam in less than two weeks. Thanks to Tet I was waiting to get my VOA letter until this week. My initial plan was to get a 3 month Tourist Visa, and as soon I secure a job then I can get a long term Visa (1 year), with the ...
Shop around a little more. I'm sure you can find another blood-sucking agent that can get you blacklisted for a cheaper price. However if you want to stay with this one tell him/her to give you all the documents first to check them out with ... Read More
Some Visa Extensions Discontinued by OceanBeach92107
Don't trust ME on this. Contact your own visa agent to discover IF: ...you are in Vietnam from ANY country--on a category DN business visa--and you don't have a legitimate employer with a work permit--you will not be able to do any more ...
From a agent or immigration? Rick Read More
Some Visa Extensions Discontinued by OceanBeach92107
Don't trust ME on this. Contact your own visa agent to discover IF: ...you are in Vietnam from ANY country--on a category DN business visa--and you don't have a legitimate employer with a work permit--you will not be able to do any more ...
paulmsn did immigration tell you that when you submitted the request for an extension directly to them or are you about to get screwed over by a money hungry agent? If your using a agent for hundreds of dollars make sure the extension (that's if ... Read More
Temporary residency visa extension. by River Frogs
My 2-yr TRV will expire within 2 months. Does anyone have current and accurate information regarding if it is possible to extend an TRV? I have heard opinions and have my own belief. Problem being, heard opinions and my belief could be far from ...
Because I've been married to a VN lady for five years You must have a agent that is screwing you over 6 ways from Sunday drutter. That doc from the USA Consulate is only one of the few docs you need from them. Married to a fine lady from VN is ... Read More
Some Visa Extensions Discontinued by OceanBeach92107
Don't trust ME on this. Contact your own visa agent to discover IF: ...you are in Vietnam from ANY country--on a category DN business visa--and you don't have a legitimate employer with a work permit--you will not be able to do any more ...
This reply is to no one in particular. Regardless of the current virus situation those of use that have been here more than a few weeks know this is the Vietnamese version of cleaning house. They do it every couple of years. Rick Read More
Electrolyte Replacer by Davet109
Does anyone know where I can get powdered electrolyte replacer in Saigon. Thanks Dave
Such an odd number, in both meanings of the word.Not really, number 12 is in the early morning for the hair of the dog that bit him :DDamn, you good Sobie, right on the mark. Rick Read More
Electrolyte Replacer by Davet109
Does anyone know where I can get powdered electrolyte replacer in Saigon. Thanks Dave
My doctor recommended that I regularly drink LaVie water and only use the replacement mix when absolutely necessary.11 cans of TIGER every night. Great way to end a hot day in Vietnam. Don't know about electrolyte, thought that went into car ... Read More
Settle down in Quy Nhon by Cuoc song dep
Hi all, currently stucked abroad but lived for some years in Vietnam. Now looking for infos about Quy Nhon : I was told that foreigners can't live in any area they choose in QN but are parked in condos... Does anyone have infos / can ...
Colinoscapee you might want to go back and do a fact check on your statement about entries in a family book. The only way a non-Vietnamese name will appear in it will be on the back page as somebody to notify in the case of an emergency. Not as a ... Read More
Settle down in Quy Nhon by Cuoc song dep
Hi all, currently stucked abroad but lived for some years in Vietnam. Now looking for infos about Quy Nhon : I was told that foreigners can't live in any area they choose in QN but are parked in condos... Does anyone have infos / can ...
By law all properties have to be registered for tax, not just foreign occupied. My brother lived with a VN family for 6 -years, no tax required for the owners, just coffee money once a year.He had to be registered on the house book for ... Read More
Settle down in Quy Nhon by Cuoc song dep
Hi all, currently stucked abroad but lived for some years in Vietnam. Now looking for infos about Quy Nhon : I was told that foreigners can't live in any area they choose in QN but are parked in condos... Does anyone have infos / can ...
No, it doesn't. Your information, whencever you get it, is incorrect. Even condos you cannot live in it if it’s not registered as accommodation that accepts foreigners.A foreigner can live anywhere and with anyone he wants, there's ... Read More
RENEWING U.S DRIVERS LICENSE FROM VIETNAM by drutter
Does anyone out there have any experience with this? I know I can get a license here in Vietnam but when I return home for visits I need to rent a car, so I want to keep the license up to date there.
You might try this website: https://www.usa.gov/motor-vehicle-services Rick Read More
Export a vehicle from the U.S to Vietnam... by Rahj_Devon
Does anyone know how can I export a vehicle from the U.S to Vietnam? Not to resale or any kind of business of making money... Just for personal use? Thanks. If this questions has been asked before then I apologized... Please link me to that post. ...
Might want to check site out also: https://www.angloinfo.com/how-to/vietnam/transport/vehicle-ownership/importing-a-vehicle Rick Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
Have you checked your account lately, like the past few days to see if it's been deposited? Is it also a joint account that your wife also has access to? Check your account online and see if this transaction shows: IRS TREAS 310 DES: ... Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
Have you checked your account lately, like the past few days to see if it's been deposited? What VN bank do you use for your SS deposits? Something just ain't sounding right. Rick Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
I've used 99999 for many years and always got my mail. Have you checked your account to see if it got DD like it was suppose too be? Rick Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
No. ESL problems guy? Rick Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
http://www.vnpost.vn/en-us/buu-cuc/tim-kiem/province/47/district/157/service I'll try again Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment lets see if this goes for review :unsure VN postal codes: [link under review] Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
Yep, the first two came to our house here in the Delta. Been getting mail here for over 16 years, no problems. You mean to tell me the post office says you need a postal code for where you live and they can't provide it? How do you get the rest ... Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
The first two I got in the mail. Number three got deposited into our BofA account. Check the "GET MY PAYMENT" portal that's been mentioned above, it'll only provide you with info on the last check though. What's with this Alpha ... Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
What I need it do is figure out the alpha, or alpha numeric code that is stamped on the letterhead. I don't know whether it's stamped before, or after its delivered from the US. I just know that it's stamped some where on the ... Read More
Carry on, checked bags, shipping before/after. How did you do it? by Jimpdxusa
Hello, I didn’t see this in prior posts so I thought I would ask. I am curious about how you made the transition to carve out your new life in Vietnam. I will spare asking the reasons as we all have our own. However what is common is you ...
38,000 lbs in a 40 ft container thru the port in Saigon. Customs thought they'd died and went to heaven when they saw the manifest. They were heartbroken when they found out they couldn't tax me a dime. They did get 4mil VND out of my agent ... Read More
Federal income tax filing by Diazo
For those that are required to file US federal income tax. Many do not seem to be aware that you can e-file online for free with many online platforms e.g TurboTax etc. It is a gov’t requirement that it be offered to certain individual who ...
https://www.irs.gov/faqs/irs-procedures/extensions/extensions Automatic extension if you live and or work outside the USA to June 15th, been that way for years and years. Rick Read More
ATM withdrawal amount by vikingjeger
For those that are interested in larger then an average 2 million withdrawal amount, try MB Bank at 26 Phan Dinh Phung street. Was able to withdraw 5 million
Why chase all over Saigon, or what ever city you live in trying to find an ATM that only gives out a few million dong at a time? Just take your debit card and passport to the bank, just about any bank these days, hand them to the representative and ... Read More
renounce Vietnamese citizenship to become a US citizen? by Kennyho121
Hi, So my wife is applying for US citizenship and as far as we know the oath of allegiance that immigrants must take in order to become naturalized citizens declares that the immigrant will: “renounce and abjure all allegiance and fidelity to ...
She enters VN on her VN passport, not her US PP. No visa required. For you the best option before heading this way is getting a VEC. Rick Read More
renounce Vietnamese citizenship to become a US citizen? by Kennyho121
Hi, So my wife is applying for US citizenship and as far as we know the oath of allegiance that immigrants must take in order to become naturalized citizens declares that the immigrant will: “renounce and abjure all allegiance and fidelity to ...
Many people have asked the same thing and it's a reasonable question. It may sound complicate but it's very simple in reality. Your wife doesn't need to apply for a visa to Vietnam. She'll present her US passport at check in ... Read More
renounce Vietnamese citizenship to become a US citizen? by Kennyho121
Hi, So my wife is applying for US citizenship and as far as we know the oath of allegiance that immigrants must take in order to become naturalized citizens declares that the immigrant will: “renounce and abjure all allegiance and fidelity to ...
Your making it way to complicated. She has a valid VN passport and a valid US passport. She leaves the US to go to VN with her VN passport as a citizen of VN, no other requirements. She returns to US with her US passport as a US citizen. No other ... Read More
Real Estate Prices in Vietnam by MikeTVN
Why is real estate so expensive in Vietnam relative to income level. Average monthly income in VN is about 1/25th ($148 vs $3,714) of the US and yet real estate prices are fairly equal to the US when you consider the same amount of land. That makes ...
Maybe Dak To, or Ben Het? RickEven in those areas you would still struggle to get it for the prices mentioned. The land at the prices he quoted would be far from all services, a dirt road and no electricity.Yep, that's what they looked like ... Read More
Real Estate Prices in Vietnam by MikeTVN
Why is real estate so expensive in Vietnam relative to income level. Average monthly income in VN is about 1/25th ($148 vs $3,714) of the US and yet real estate prices are fairly equal to the US when you consider the same amount of land. That makes ...
Which rural areas have sellable land at the throw away price of 2€/m2 ?Maybe Dak To, or Ben Het? Rick Read More
U.S. Dollar to Vietnam Đồng Exchange Rate by OceanBeach92107
News you didn't expect to hear: If you had bet on the đồng one year ago, you would be ahead now... [img align=C]https://gordythomas.files.wordpress.com/2020/01/screenshot_20200102-204956_google-01.jpeg[/img] Some experts ...
Just remember this was not at the bank!!EXIMBANK rate to the USD is 23020VND right now. Rick Read More
2020 U.S. ECONOMIC IMPACT PAYMENTS for Citizens Living Abroad by OceanBeach92107
The recently authorized $1,200.00 USD ECONOMIC IMPACT PAYMENTS can be paid to U.S. citizens living abroad through the direct deposit system. Here is the Internal Revenue Service's info webpage about special circumstances for those living ...
I wish that was what will happen, and yes it make more sense to do DD, but it looks like the IRS is going to send out paper checks to those that got them last time again. What a hassle with the last ones for my wife and ... Read More
2020 U.S. ECONOMIC IMPACT PAYMENTS for Citizens Living Abroad by OceanBeach92107
The recently authorized $1,200.00 USD ECONOMIC IMPACT PAYMENTS can be paid to U.S. citizens living abroad through the direct deposit system. Here is the Internal Revenue Service's info webpage about special circumstances for those living ...
This is what the IRS told me last time about DD: "If you filed your 2019 or 2018 tax return but did not receive your refund by direct deposit, your Payment will be mailed to the address we have on file even if you also receive Social Security, ... Read More
Power Cuts in Vung Tau by sanooku
Lately I've experienced quite a few electricity cuts in Vung Tau. Some of them scheduled. Some without any notice at all. Today there was a scheduled power cut which was meant to start at 8am until 4pm. Of course, it actually lasted from ...
Kế Hoạch Đột Xuất Just in case you didn't notice there are two tabs on the website to check the outages. I looked at it today, but I'm not familiar with the Vung Tau area. It appears though that there were two ... Read More
Technical question: Are you having problems connecting ... by Travelfar
... emails or other data between your home PC and a non-Vietnam location? I have an email account with JUNO.COM, a U.S. based provider that I have had since 1996. A few months ago, I began having problems getting into my account. Using a VPN, ...
I've been using "Epic Privacy Browser" for a few years also. Gobat is totally correct, it can open sites that most VPN's and browsers can't. It's pretty good all around. There is one site however, that no matter how I try ... Read More
Power Cuts in Vung Tau by sanooku
Lately I've experienced quite a few electricity cuts in Vung Tau. Some of them scheduled. Some without any notice at all. Today there was a scheduled power cut which was meant to start at 8am until 4pm. Of course, it actually lasted from ...
convoluted steps??? your on your own dude. Rick Read More
New member by Mojoman
Vietnam vet and Seattle resident *** in Da Nang for past 12 months. Plan to stay until May then return to US to sell my home and either return to Nam or move to Canada. I just can’t do America any more. *** I am a Vietnam Vet, 199th Infantry ...
https://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/article243900977.html Rick Read More
Power Cuts in Vung Tau by sanooku
Lately I've experienced quite a few electricity cuts in Vung Tau. Some of them scheduled. Some without any notice at all. Today there was a scheduled power cut which was meant to start at 8am until 4pm. Of course, it actually lasted from ...
Well you need to register online first, here (I think) is a link to it: http://pcbariavungtau.evnspc.vn/ RickWell, there is only an option to register to buy electricity - Đăng ký mua điện (register to buy ... Read More
Power Cuts in Vung Tau by sanooku
Lately I've experienced quite a few electricity cuts in Vung Tau. Some of them scheduled. Some without any notice at all. Today there was a scheduled power cut which was meant to start at 8am until 4pm. Of course, it actually lasted from ...
I've asked managed for our EVN customer code so that any further announcements can be checked on the evn website on the night before and on the morning of the scheduled power cut. He's sent me customer code. Enteed it on evn website. But an error ... Read More
Power Cuts in Vung Tau by sanooku
Lately I've experienced quite a few electricity cuts in Vung Tau. Some of them scheduled. Some without any notice at all. Today there was a scheduled power cut which was meant to start at 8am until 4pm. Of course, it actually lasted from ...
Well OB what you can do to get your location is read it off the EVN bill you get every month and match it with the areas that are scheduled to be cutoff, or a better way is to get your customer ID# off the bill and put it in the box on the right ... Read More
Buying a motorbike in Vietnam by Jphasia
Hello, I just arrived here in Vietnam, a month ago (after quarantine) for work. I already got a 2 years work permit and will get a TRC in the coming days. I rented a motorbike here (I am based in Saigon) but i am considering to buy a new motorbike ...
Do you have anything other than Fuji 133M? I wanted to see how it looks and the specs, but I couldn’t find anything by searching for Fuji 133M.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwSM6W9da1E Rick Read More
Guide to enter Vietnam in COVID by Cristina12345
[b]1. Who Can Enter Vietnam During COVID[/b] As newly announced by the Vietnam Immigration Department here, the following foreigners can, at the moment, enter Vietnam: - Foreign experts, investors, business managers, high-tech workers (hereinafter ...
You also should edit your profile: Cristina12345 Australian expat in Vietnam Hardly think your an Australian citizen. Rick Read More
Guide to enter Vietnam in COVID by Cristina12345
[b]1. Who Can Enter Vietnam During COVID[/b] As newly announced by the Vietnam Immigration Department here, the following foreigners can, at the moment, enter Vietnam: - Foreign experts, investors, business managers, high-tech workers (hereinafter ...
Old news and another free ad from this poster. Admin needs to contact this persons company and tell them that not only are the terms and conditions of this website being repeatedly ignored by somebody that's representing them, it also puts their ... Read More
Power Cuts in Vung Tau by sanooku
Lately I've experienced quite a few electricity cuts in Vung Tau. Some of them scheduled. Some without any notice at all. Today there was a scheduled power cut which was meant to start at 8am until 4pm. Of course, it actually lasted from ...
Thanks for that, Rick. Even translated I can't decipher the reference areas very well. If this was scheduled, I wonder why I didn't get a notice?Well OB what you can do to get your location is read it off the EVN bill you get every month ... Read More
Power Cuts in Vung Tau by sanooku
Lately I've experienced quite a few electricity cuts in Vung Tau. Some of them scheduled. Some without any notice at all. Today there was a scheduled power cut which was meant to start at 8am until 4pm. Of course, it actually lasted from ...
http://pcvungtau.evnspc.vn/Th%C3%B4ng-tin-m%E1%BA%A5t-%C4%91i%E1%BB%87n Down here they are about 98% accurate. Rick Read More
Americanish foods in Vietnam by jimcantrell65
I left Vietnam in 2017 come back to the States now my wife who is Vietnamese is here with me. I am told that there is a good Mexican food now in Saigon. I couldn't find anything like that when I was there. What other americanish foods are in ...
In-N-Out is the best and healthiest burger in America. No franchise so every store is owned and operated by the same family since their beginning 72 years ago. No freezer, no microwave, no heat lamp. Everything is fresh daily. Due to those ... Read More
Visa Extension or Visa "Renewal"? by OceanBeach92107
I'm not a visa expert, but I thought perhaps we could have a conversation about the difference between getting a visa extension vs a brand new visa. *As I understand it* (apologies if it's a ramble) Recent restrictions on exiting and ...
Immigration officials do not set the prices for Visa extensions through an agent. Search for the best agent with the greatest reputation and the lowest price.i shopped around, but they're all quoting similar prices and told me the price is ... Read More
2020 Christmas Day Lunch by AB_Wayne
Any suggestions for western Christmas Lunch this year?
Real imported PRIME RIB from good ol USA??? I've been trying for 15 years to get some here, VN butchers can't even get close and Omaha beef wouldn't ship it here, or any where outside the USA. Understand he's running a restaurant ... Read More
How to enter Vietnam during Covid19 by DeanJohnson
Hi guys, I'm Dean. I have been living in Hanoi for 8 years. I got back home in Australia during Tet and now stuck here because of Covid 19. I really want to bring me and my wife back to VN. Both of us are Freelancers. One has business visa (not a ...
Are you sure about that statement? I just took a quick glance at TSN arrivals for today and saw flights from Cambodia, Korea, Hong Kong coming in, maybe a few more. Rick Read More
Reentry to vietnam by SP0
Are there any foreigners who have temporary residence card in Vietnam and have returned to Vietnam from other countries?
I know I'm going to get flamed for saying this but in most cases a Immigration Official won't accept your request for an extension for many reasons and one of them is not to get a few kick back bucks from an agent , it ain't worth it ... Read More
ATMs With High Limits or Money Transfer Into Vietnam? by mtgmike
My bank in the US added higher per transaction fees recently. Last week I went to a local ATM the Vietnamese bank had lowered the withdrawal limit to 2,000,000. With the per transaction fees, I lose about 8% on a 2,000,000 withdrawal. I have a VND ...
In fact, that is always a tricky thing to do. If possible, always transfer to your own account name. Btw. Transferwise works wonders. If you wanna try it out, use this link, so we help each other out ... Read More
ATMs With High Limits or Money Transfer Into Vietnam? by mtgmike
My bank in the US added higher per transaction fees recently. Last week I went to a local ATM the Vietnamese bank had lowered the withdrawal limit to 2,000,000. With the per transaction fees, I lose about 8% on a 2,000,000 withdrawal. I have a VND ...
I didn't think that the VN banking rules allowed a direct transfer of funds to an account if it's in the name of the person who's also sending the money. You can do it in other places but I don't think so to VN. Read More