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jayrozzetti23

Jay Rozzetti

@jayrozzetti23

Serial expat

American expat in Vietnam

Forum posts

831

Contacts

53

About me

American

Lives in Vung Tàu, Bà Ria-Vung Tàu,

Speaks English, Thai and Lao

Registration: 14 December 2015

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Jay Rozzetti
jayrozzetti23 replied to a thread
6 days ago
alekssv

Looking for reliable immigration agents in HCMC for exit-visa help by alekssv

Hello everyone!I’m trying to help my 62-year-old father leave Vietnam safely, and I need recommendations for any reliable immigration agents, consultants, or fixers in Ho Chi Minh City who handle overstay + exit-visa cases.He has been in HCMC ...

Jay Rozzetti

@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

Jay Rozzetti
jayrozzetti23 replied to a thread
last week
Cheryl

Managing meals in Vietnam by Cheryl

Hello everyone, Managing meals day-to-day can sometimes be a real mental challenge, even more so when you land in a new environment, with different schedules, habits or ingredients. How do you manage your meal routine as an expat in Vietnam? We ...

Jay Rozzetti

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

Jay Rozzetti
jayrozzetti23 replied to a thread
last week
Donald Sawatzki

What is the best place to live for expats? by Donald Sawatzki

Hello thinking about moving to Vietnam. What is the best place to live for expats? I make $4000 a month. I’m retired disabled veteran.

Jay Rozzetti

...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

Jay Rozzetti
jayrozzetti23 replied to a thread
2 weeks ago
MarkinNam

Rent and electricity increase by MarkinNam

Hi all, is anyone seeing huge increases in these areas? Eg; $550/ month to $750/ month AUD.

Jay Rozzetti

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

Jay Rozzetti
jayrozzetti23 replied to a thread
last month
Petele

Job networking for foreigners by Petele

Hi, I am Australian and I have been to Vietnam a few times and love it, especially the coffee culture. I am of a senior age with a long career in program management, project management, strategy planning, financial management, process excellence, ...

Jay Rozzetti

@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

Jay Rozzetti
jayrozzetti23 replied to a thread
last month
malcolm1979

Considering to retire in Da Nang by malcolm1979

Hi all,I am new to this forum. I am planning ahead for my retirement. I have a few countries which I am considering, however on top of my list is Da Nang Vietnam. I am seeking advise, on best Value Health care? Estimated Price?Best way to get long ...

Jay Rozzetti

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

Jay Rozzetti
jayrozzetti23 replied to a thread
2 months ago
robertosonofmarcel

Dental Implants in Vietnam by robertosonofmarcel

I would like to get information on clinics with reasonably priced dental implants in Vietnam

Jay Rozzetti

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

Jay Rozzetti
jayrozzetti23 replied to a thread
3 months ago
Abdykerayri

I am new in expat.com by Abdykerayri

Hello everyone!My name is Ayrie, and I am new here. I was thinking of moving to Vietnam from hot Dubai. I have been living here as an expat for already 4 years and wanted to change location. I was interested in Vietnam for a long time, and was ...

Jay Rozzetti

@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

Jay Rozzetti
jayrozzetti23 replied to a thread
3 months ago
ushfuhg

Tan Son Nhat Airport the worst in Asia ? by ushfuhg

Someone recently commented to me that TSN was the worst airport -regarding exit and entrance time - they had encountered in 40 years of travelling. I had to agree. Consistently 2 hours plus of queueing to get out and 1-2 hours to get in.

Jay Rozzetti

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

Jay Rozzetti
jayrozzetti23 replied to a thread
3 months ago
Bruce Frosty

Finding a job as an ESL teacher in Phnom Pehn by Bruce Frosty

although any job with a livable wage would be fine.

Jay Rozzetti

@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

Jay Rozzetti
jayrozzetti23 replied to a thread
3 months ago
It2VN

Importing (prescription) drugs for personal use, and.. by It2VN

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, ...

Jay Rozzetti

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

Jay Rozzetti
jayrozzetti23 replied to a thread
3 months ago
It2VN

Importing (prescription) drugs for personal use, and.. by It2VN

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, ...

Jay Rozzetti

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

Jay Rozzetti
jayrozzetti23 replied to a thread
4 months ago
yibvgf

Samsung mobile phone repair by yibvgf

Hi, I dropped my Samsung mobile phone and the screen cracked. Now it appears to be slowly leaking black LCD fluid onto the screen. I know mobile phones are fairly inexpensive here, but I'd rather get it fixed - if I can. Does anybody know of a ...

Jay Rozzetti

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

Jay Rozzetti
jayrozzetti23 replied to a thread
5 months ago
Aidan in HCMC

VIETNAMESE FAMILY LAW ACT by Aidan in HCMC

For those unfamiliar with this legislation, here for your perusal are the particulars.Read it well.(This post was prompted by the enquiry of another member on a recent thread)

Jay Rozzetti

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

Jay Rozzetti
jayrozzetti23 replied to a thread
5 months ago
It2VN

Importing (prescription) drugs for personal use, and.. by It2VN

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, ...

Jay Rozzetti

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