Jay Rozzetti

When I was living in Quy Nhơn and had advance notice of a power outage, I would head south to one of the beach resorts in Phú Yên province for a day or two. By the time I'd return, everything would be back to normal and I'd get a ... Read More

Not sure where you are? Rain almost every afternoon for 2 weeks and streets flooding in Grandpark and nearby routes in Thu Duc… - @Phap triYes, I don't live there, of course, but it was in the national news:Thao Dien waist-deep in water after ... Read More

@Anna Pham 1103 A quick search on FB turns up a page for ASEAN Youth Organization. They also have a website: https://aseanyouth.net/They seem to be based in Indonesia 🇮🇩 though. Read More

Hello Folks, I hope you're doing well I have a job offer from a company in Hanoi. According to the immigration law, my university degrees, work experience certificate, and criminal clearance letter must be legalized! 🤔 😐 I'm ... Read More

For a while I thought Cambodia was going to be permanent for you. - @OceanBeach92107My most recent experience in Cambodia was an interesting experiment made tolerable by living in Kampot/Kep rather than the capital or Siem Reap, etc.; however, ... Read More

Just some random thoughts from my perspective (not to be taken too seriously):I spent a month in Ha Noi around 20 years ago, didn't like it, ended up back in HCMC, a place I've never liked, so eventually I went back to Wiang Chan (Vientiane) Laos ... Read More

This article appeared in today's news:Trash overwhelms Da Nang's tourist streets and beachfront https://e.vnexpress.net/photo/environment/trash-overwhelms-da-nangs-tourist-streets-and-beachfront-5078833.htmlHousehold waste and construction debris ... Read More

Also, it's the start of lychee season, the best time of year! Read More

I don't even notice the slight increase in fuel costs. - @Aidan in HCMCYes, the topic is somewhat irrelevant to Vietnam as, for whatever reason, fuel prices don't seem to be "soaring" here. Read More

High temperatures in the Tropics is hardly surprising, especially during the yearly Hot Season.Anyway, it's one of the main reasons I'm here. I love to sweat and thrive in the heat.Everyone needs to make sure they stay hydrated though.Currently ... Read More

@jayrozzetti23 Would you mind sharing what leads you to say Thailand has changed much for the worse? Jim - @Intl guy jimWhen I arrived in Bangkok in early 1993, Thailand was in a position similar to where VN is now. It was referred to as a NIC ... Read More

Checked out Vung Tau and it looks like a winner! One confusion though: The page on Vung Tau starts out saying that it is 125 miles from Ho Chi Mihn, but on Google.maps it appears to be only 20-30 miles, even taking into account the need to curve ... Read More

Greetings all! I hope to be arriving in Thailand (beach areas south of Bangkok) in a couple of months (had to postpone departure two times already) looking for my retirement home. While in Asia I want to also investigate Vietnam. While I don't like ... Read More

In general, I would say that the customer service I have received in VN over the years has been satisfactory and positive. However, at the same time, I'm not a big consumer guy so I don't have a lot of high expectations.That might be the best tip: ... Read More

Hi all, This has probably been done to death on this forum, but I really need info on how to live long term in Vietnam, especially in Nha Trang. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thanks! Rudi - @Rudi67jrYou ... Read More

Thanks to both for your tips. - @nelsonalexandreYou're welcome. You can also just ask your questions here. Specific questions work best. Read More

If you want to meet expats, you should probably focus on Danang, which seems to be the most popular place of these three places, as it is a major beach town with an international airport, i.e., a real city. In contrast, Hue and Hoi An are primarily ... Read More

This is Vietnam's best-known job website:https://www.vietnamworks.com/en Read More

Does anyone know when flights are being routed to this new airport? It's going to be a long commute from Long Thanh into HCMC with the traffic congestion and all. Hope they got decent rest stops along the way. - @Silverado84All the articles related ... Read More

I did go in '23 for 1 month and will be back mid January 2026. Is Belly's still the same? I'm 67 but felt a little too young😀 - @rentonglennI was back in Vũng Tàu from May until about a week ago. The main change with Belly's is ... Read More

@alekssvHi, very sorry to hear about your situation. I'm not sure if we're allowed to endorse agents on this forum as per the rules. So, I will send a PM (private message) to your account immediately containing the contact info for a very well-known ... Read More

I always eat out unless it's there's a major massive thunderstorm occurring. As mentioned above, it's really inexpensive for basic local food.Unfortunately though, Vietnamese food isn't that great. So, you have to look around for places that are cut ... Read More

...we will almost certainly relocate down around Vũng Tàu, The beach community that is about 2 hours away from Saigon/Ho Chi Minh City. Number one reason, the weather. There are monsoon seasons in all of Vietnam, but because the ... Read More

Hi all, is anyone seeing huge increases in these areas? Eg; $550/ month to $750/ month AUD. - @MarkinNam Can't comment on rent, but my electricity bill has surely increased. 2024 was ~800,000 VND/month. Currently, ~1,200,000 VND/month. I've ... Read More

@PeteleAusCham is probably the best place to start. As a non-Australian, I can't give you any info about them; I've just heard the name. This is from their website: https://auschamvn.org/"The Australian Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (AusCham) is an ... Read More

It's a wonderful country. - @Aidan in HCMCYou've provided a ton of great information, but this kind of subjective blanket statement is rather misleading and should be prefaced with "In my opinion/experience,..."in spite of its current advantages ... Read More

I would like to get information on clinics with reasonably priced dental implants in Vietnam - @robertosonofmarcelThis is the clinic in Vũng Tàu where I got an extraction of a deformed molar, a root canal and a titanium crown (not on ... Read More

@Abdykerayri You can have a look at job ads at this website:https://www.vietnamworks.com/enIf you like, you could share what kind of work experience you gained while living in Dubai.You should note that VN has a large young well-educated labor force ... Read More

The whole situation looks a bit bleak.This opinion piece was recently published online:Tan Son Nhat Airport is hurting Ho Chi Minh City's appealhttps://e.vnexpress.net/news/perspectiv … 28693.htmlIt links to this news article:Vietnam's two ... Read More

@Bruce Frosty You need to create a CV/resume and contact schools and universities. You can search online to find their websites, then send them an e-mail message. Better yet, use google maps to find their locations, then print out your CV/resume, ... Read More

Also, I checked for Marmite at two shops in Vũng Tàu... - @jayrozzetti23 U R back? - @OceanBeach92107Yes, departed Kampot, Cambodia Apr 9, entered VN at Ha Tien, traveled to Rach Gia, Can Tho and My Tho, arrived in Vung Tau May 5 ... Read More

Could someone advise or point me in the direction of official guidance on whether some items I would like to take with me are permitted or not for importation. I use almost nightly Delorazepam drops for sleep. Also where does ibuprofen stand?Also, ... Read More

old post i know but like to find out if those samsung reparshops are still out there in ho chi minh and if in the last years the prices have changed mush i bought two samsung s23 ultra phones one with broken glass ans one with broken screen , like ... Read More

This seems to be related to the dropping birth rate in Vietnam (and other countries). As the new amendments to the Law on Vietnamese Nationality were just passed yesterday (Tuesday, June 23), the article is short on details.Foreigners with ... Read More

Could someone advise or point me in the direction of official guidance on whether some items I would like to take with me are permitted or not for importation. I use almost nightly Delorazepam drops for sleep. Also where does ibuprofen stand? Also, ... Read More

Generally speaking, you needn’t worry much about health care and its associated costs in Viet Nam unless you have some serious, complicated or rare disease, condition or injury. With regard to the price, it often feels like they’re ... Read More

On another note; has anyone here done one of these group tour to a neighboring country trips? They’re generally not something that I like to do because I don’t like to be on a schedule , but because I wasn’t going alone and ... Read More

Hello! I am looking to teach abroad. I do not have any experience teaching but I do have an undergraduate and masters degree in the environmental science realm. Ultimately, I am unhappy in my position at work in the US and unhappy living in the US. ... Read More

According to the internet, there are approximately 7 million Roman Catholics in Việt Nam, so that might work unless you're a staunch Protestant. Also, Việt Nam is not really a Buddhist country, as (according to wikipedia) "the majority ... Read More

These days online teaching is mostly done through companies that have set up their own website/platform/online materials, etc. and hire teachers as employees.Do a search for "online english teaching for kids vietnam"and you'll see that there are a ... Read More

Seems like your new employer would know. I'm not sure, but you may have to do a visa run and return on a fresh visa that can be converted to non-imm o by your new employer, which could then be used to get a new work permit.What have they told you? Read More

@jayrozzetti23 Interesting thanks - better Danang? - @daviddomoneyWell, it's the most popular city in Vietnam and only has a population of 1.2 million, so it's gotta be better than HN or HCMC, right? Plus it has a beach. But it looks pretty ... Read More

One thing I always enjoyed there was walking the side streets and finding small coffee shops and cafes. Used to be a nice beer garden right by the night market. We would go and eat there. Not like a bia hoi in Hanoi but it was fun. There are also ... Read More

Cool. If you want to do a floating market tour there let me know. I have an old friend that does them. I like the city a lot. Been a few years since I was there last. Have a good time. Madness winds down today. - @mpmilestogoThanks for the tip, ... Read More

Are there many expats in Hanoi or just HCMC? Which is a better place to be based? - @daviddomoneyMy advice would be to skip both. There was a time decades ago when large Asian cities still had some charm. Now, with massive overdevelopment and ... Read More

Are there many expats in Hanoi or just HCMC? Both cities have a sizeable expat community. Estimates are ~50,000 expats in Hanoi, with Saigon having more. Which is a better place to be based? - @daviddomoney That's a broad question. "Better" for ... Read More

@jayrozzetti23 well everyone's ready. Water guns are being sold on every street corner. New years decorations at the big market on 6th st are really selling. A few years ago we did pub street. So busy! My partner says we will not go downtown at ... Read More

@jayrozzetti23 well everyone's ready. Water guns are being sold on every street corner. New years decorations at the big market on 6th st are really selling. A few years ago we did pub street. So busy! My partner says we will not go downtown at ... Read More

@Jamison123I would guess that it's a relatively new school. The website looks professional. You may be able to find reviews on websites like Glassdoor, etc. Also, ask them if you can correspond with any current teachers. Phu Yen looks like a small ... Read More

@mpmilestogo Thanks, you too!I'm having a pretty good time... in southern Việt Nam!Have the water battles started already? Read More

What dates are you trying to book in Vũng Tàu? If it's on the weekend or the upcoming Reunification Day-International Labor Day holiday (April 30-May 01), then many hotels will have increased rates because they anticipate being fully ... Read More

American retiree. Lived in Thailand before and taught English for 6-7 years total so I also speak a little Thai. Married a Vietnamese girl in 1995. Thailand left a lasting impression on both of us and now we would rather here than even my wife's ... Read More

Currently, Thailand offers a 60-day visa exemption. However, there was recently some news stating they were considering reducing this to 30 days again. Maybe fly in with your tourist visa and then use the visa exemption when you return from ... Read More

I know there is no way to get a tourist visa without leaving Vietnam. I was wondering if the agency is necessary to get a new eVisa during my 1 week stay in Cambodia. 3-5 days wouldn't be a problem but requests to update the application make it less ... Read More

Here's the latest update:"The Ministry of Public Works and Transport informs about the postponement of the opening ceremony of the Kampot International Tourist Port, which is scheduled to be held on April 3, 2025 under the leadership of His Highness ... Read More

@drutter Do you know anything about Royal Education? They are a company that places ESL teachers in public schools in Hanoi. - @Jamison123I definitely agree with drutter's advice above. Although I have no direct experience with the teaching in ... Read More

Does anyone have experience using a bike rather than a Motorbike?I'd like to know how effective they are in a place Like HCMC or congested areas.With all the hassle and expense of getting a motorbike, why don't more people use Bikes to get around?I ... Read More

Was truly amazed at the ferocity of the wind yesterday. It blew down trees at Angkor wat. My wife said killed some people. I have never seen anything like it. She could not remember anything comparable. Be careful out there. Still see uprooted trees ... Read More

@Jamison123This site lists teaching jobs in Vietnam for foreigners and includes info about work permits, visas, documentation, etc.:https://vietnamteachingjobs.comThis site is for general jobs and is more geared toward Vietnamese ... Read More

@Aidan in HCMC Ah, they told me they only have openings in HCMC and nearby. Hanoi is just my preferred location because I'm more interested in the culture there and climate, but I'll go where I'm offered a job - @Jamison123You should be aware that ... Read More

Very quiet apartments in VT where Ciambella and I used to live. However, most foreigners are not willing to pay ₫10 million to ₫12 million for a two bedroom apartment without a seaview. -@OceanBeach92107 Okay, I have to ask. Was it ... Read More

It's difficult to say because the BASIC cost of living is so low that it's not really necessary to keep track of your spending unless you're on a really tight budget, want to live a western lifestyle, or have a large family. Rent is generally $200 ... Read More

Yes, in many ways, Tết is more similar to Christmas (an extended family holiday) than New Year's Eve (a one-day public celebration). From a single expat's perspective, the main thing to note is that there is a mass exodus of people traveling ... Read More

This has been in the news for several weeks already. For example, this article is from December 29:Fines for cars running red lights to triple to nearly $800 next ... Read More

Well, today's the day (January 15), so the chatter on Kampot's social media has started up again. Unsurprisingly, nothing is happening and no new information is available, other than "ferry certification issue to be started".As noted earlier, travel ... Read More

This article from last August discusses the issue:Why Cambodia's PM is talking about accepting dirty, torn and old US ... Read More

@Aidan in HCMC I was just getting ready to post the following news story that includes some actual details. But first, to address your most recent post, I'm pretty sure OB means the trip to and from the terminal/port on Phu Quoc. On this side in ... Read More

@Aidan in HCMC Actually, over the last month or so there has also been a lot of chatter on this side of the border in Kampot, Cambodia on the "Kampot Noticeboard" page/group on a particularly well-known "social media" website.At this point, there ... Read More

@KbinnzWell, although I’m somewhat reluctant to recommend it, I’ll mention Vũng Tàu (VT) because it is a Southern beach town located on a peninsula and has an established expat community, many of whom are Australians. ... Read More

@jayrozzetti23 Hi, thanks for the response. How would you say that compares to Hanoi? - @jamesmrawlI spent a month in Ha Noi around 2009 and wasn't particularly impressed. It has a somewhat more open feel than HCMC in the historic area with its ... Read More

When did you guys live in Vung Tau? I lived there for three years, around 2009-2011. Belly's was changing ownership.Be well. - @AlbertDifiI lived in Vung Tau for a few months in late 2008 and then from 2015 to 2022. As far as i know, although he may ... Read More

In my experience, it seems it's easier for older people to meet other older people of the same generation, just as they more in common and share a similar perspective. - @jayrozzetti23 That's certainly how it was when you and I were both living ... Read More

I think your expectations are somewhat unrealistic, especially in a large urban area where people are more cautious about strangers randomly approaching them. Another factor may be appearance. It's easy to let yourself go as you get older but not ... Read More

Well, if you're single and young, the provinces may be too boring for you. However, HCMC is not much of an exciting city but does have a lot of insane traffic and dangerous air quality along with increasing urbanization with shrinking green spaces ... Read More

Hello everyone, Is it possible to get a retirement visa if I haven't reach the age in my country which is 65. In 2 years I will be 55 and I want to expatriate to Cambodia. So I cannot proove I am retired in my country. What is your experience ? Many ... Read More

What is still on my mind is the cost. I am still worried that when they see a tourist the price gets inflated. I am having bad luck with savings - @Alexandersalvia1Well, I've been out of Viet Nam a couple of years but in my limited experience with ... Read More

In general, whether you travel by planes, or boats or trains, or by road or especially when walking around, you should never ever have those valuables in any kind of bag that can be separated from your body. Some sort of money bag/pouch that be ... Read More

I broke up with my Vietnamese boyfriend a few day's ago, He was the first boyfriend I ever had, he's always so soft...and so on more than any good thing he ever did.... What would they do after break up for Vietnamese boys... I wonder will he ... Read More

Here it is: The Valeriepieris Circle Read More

Welcome to the forum Michelle -You should realize that as the 15th most populous country in the world, there's no shortage of labor in Vietnam. In fact, South, Southeast and East Asia combined is most densely populated region in the world.In ... Read More

Hey there everyone!Newbie here from the US, Pennsylvania. I had my sights set on Vietnam (Da Nang) until I learned about the retirement visa available in Thailand. While I prefer Vietnam to Thailand, I just can't shake the fear of a border run ... Read More

Welcome to the forum Jack.There's a jobs page here on expat.com where you can post a CV/resume:https://www.expat.com/en/jobs/asia/vietnam/This is the main employment website in Viet Nam:https://www.vietnamworks.com/enYou might try contacting the ... Read More

It's easy to blame the air con or climate, but you're in a country where the level of fine particles is crazy. (these days I check on morning in hcmc with my device : around 150 µg/m3 of PM2.5. I remind the WHO recommends maximum 5 ... Read More

Although neither a newbie or in Viet Nam, I had the same problem last week. I usually run the A/C for about 20 minutes before going to bed to dry out/cool down my place and then turn it off. Unfortunately, I fell asleep and woke up a couple hours ... Read More

I am an English teacher in Danang, Vietnam. I recently switched to a new language center and my old employer wants my passport so they can cancel my work permit. But, I fly out of the country in a few days so my new job can start paperwork for my 3 ... Read More

There are numerous videos online of motorbike theft and also phone/bag snatching taken from security cameras that show how amazingly fast these crimes can occur and also the methods the thieves use to commit them. Read More

Thanks for your knowledge. I had reached out to my lawyer (Vietnamese), who has a small team that specializes in Visas, but I am truthfully still trying to ascertain how trustworthy they are. Incidentally, her explanation was that the government ... Read More

Can we get some advice on being US citizen in Vietnam for two months.?We would appreciate an understanding of social etiquette without any language skills at all. Thanks much -@paulepancakesIf you are referring to the war, it's not really ... Read More

...any insight about your experiences would be appreciated. I'm very interested in what one of you said about documenting my travels and experiences sharing them,  and possibility of generating an income from this. I'd LOVE to hear more about ... Read More

I’ve been visiting Phnom Penh several times over past year and thinking about retiring here.  Recently been checking housing.  I’m American but spent much of my life overseas Any advice on social events to help establish a ... Read More

All I have determined is that the starting point is determining if I can afford to live off what I will have when I board the plane. I believe I can as I have researched extensively the cost of goods and services, and have developed what I think is ... Read More

Hello all, I'm a 58 yrs young Romanian Canadian, living in Vancouver, BC going to Phuket and Koh Samui, for the first time, to enjoy the relaxation on the beach and learn about Thai culture. Would anyone have the willingness to share which ... Read More

I think the best thing for me was getting a Smart cell service sim card when I got back in 2022. Then I went to a Smart Store and upgraded the service to a monthly plan. I get 50gb of data and lots of talk and sms with smart customers. Important to ... Read More

Has anyone developed any skin problems in VN?  I noticed on my forearms a slight reddening and small bumps which slightly itch. One would not notice it at a glance, I just wonder if I should try to find some Anti-fungal cream or ... Read More

@Aidan in HCMCActually, it's neither sad nor true, unless one had intention of working illegally in VN.The days of taking a TEFL training course and becoming an English teacher in Vietnam is thankfully a thing of the past.Take a look at post #3, ... Read More

Congrats on your visa. Hopefully you'll have a great experience here. I don't mean to "tell you what to do", but so far, you've painted an oft-duplicated scenario: 1. Guy makes plans to visit Vietnam and doesn't know anyone here. 2. Guy meets a ... Read More

Thanks a lot mate ! Truly appreciate your input. I am looking at renting a 2 bedroom apartment with sea view at Goldsea. Any comment about it ? -@rogergarinmichaudThat building was built when I was still there, so it's relatively new, 5 or ... Read More

    Hello forum members !I was thinking that may be expat forum members living at Vung Tau would like to share their experience of the city and to tell us what one must absolutely know about the city.Many thanks         -@rogergarinmichaudWhat ... Read More

Unfortunately, I don't think there is enough demand in Vũng Tàu for it to be viable. All of the language schools in VT, and most of them nationwide, are focused on English classes for kids aged 3 to 10 and IELTS test prep for teens, and ... Read More

Im David I am single and 61 and retired. Just starting the search for a place to live and move to Phnom Penh. I am looking for a place to retire that is tropical like and away from the stupidness of the USA. I am liberal and low key. I dont drink or ... Read More