TigerPlease
Australian expat in Vietnam
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Lives in Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh
Registration: 05 August 2016
New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
You should look into the new visa updates that come into effect July 1 this year. 30 day stay on tourist visa is coming into effect Read More
Wanting to return home with VN citizen family by TigerPlease
I've enjoyed living in Vietnam on and off the past 4 years but wish to return home to Australia with my partner and our 1 year old child. What visas should I be looking at if we wish to make the move to Australia permanent? My girlfriend has ...
Sorry I didn't get an email notification. Will check now Read More
Wanting to return home with VN citizen family by TigerPlease
I've enjoyed living in Vietnam on and off the past 4 years but wish to return home to Australia with my partner and our 1 year old child. What visas should I be looking at if we wish to make the move to Australia permanent? My girlfriend has ...
Still here... Citizenship by decent for son application submitted. Waiting now. Any advice on the other above questions. I know it looks complicated and expensive, but we are hoping to return back to Australia as a family next year. Need someone ... Read More
Wanting to return home with VN citizen family
I've enjoyed living in Vietnam on and off the past 4 years but wish to return home to Australia with my partner and our 1 year old child. What visas should I be looking at if we wish to make the move to Australia permanent? My girlfriend has ... Read More
Where can I buy Honda XR150 HCMC by TigerPlease
Only looked on Honda site and couldn't see them available... Any ideas? Thanks
Best of both worlds for me is going to be a KTM Duke 200. 26 hp and "real" motorcycle handling. Getting one next week. $79,900,000. More money than the XR150 but a heck of a lot more bike. Can get Duke 250 for 109,000,000 or Duke 390 ... Read More
Where can I buy Honda XR150 HCMC by TigerPlease
Only looked on Honda site and couldn't see them available... Any ideas? Thanks
I was in Saigon for a year and when you get offroad, well the bike flies, just watch out for big pot holes, I bottomed out once. The only struggle is very steep hills (I'm now in Da Nang) but that isn't too often and not half as bad as a ... Read More
Where can I buy Honda XR150 HCMC by TigerPlease
Only looked on Honda site and couldn't see them available... Any ideas? Thanks
I havn't touched the carb. I put an FMF powercore 4 pipe on it which probably shaved about 5kg off :P I find it useful for waking up zombie riders too haha. I was looking at moving up to a 250cc but don't think it's worth it just yet. ... Read More
Where can I buy Honda XR150 HCMC by TigerPlease
Only looked on Honda site and couldn't see them available... Any ideas? Thanks
No probs! Also note, while the CRF150 is more visually appealing and a better offroad bike with beefed up suspension it is not as suitable as a 2 person bike. The seat is too small unlike the XR150. The XR150 really is a great all rounder :) If you ... Read More
Where can I buy Honda XR150 HCMC by TigerPlease
Only looked on Honda site and couldn't see them available... Any ideas? Thanks
I ended up buying mine from https://motonhapkhauchauau.com/honda-xr-150l-2017-cao-cao-gia-re-cho-biker-phuot/ for around 66 million in my girlfriends name. I put big handle bars on it in the shop (the ones it comes with are for kids & small ... Read More
Moving to Da Nang for better lifestyle
Pretty much spent the last 11 months imprisoned in Ho Chi Minh City. We had our son here 3 months ago and are moving to Da Nang next week as the city has taken its toll on my health physically and mentally. Hoping to add beach walks, mountain ... Read More
Talking to a Viet girl in HCMC. Need some clarity. by Nielsen Flute
Hello everyone. I need some advice on how to proceed with this girl I've been talking to for a while. We've been talking to each other for a few years now on and off through Skype/Viber. By chance I was in Saigon for work in 2015 and we ...
What a weirdo. Been in an online relationship for 3 years and has to ask for advice on the internet how to proceed.. haha. Read More
Is begging good for some people and bad for others? by Libhero
This story about white expats begging in Ho Chi Minh City got me thinking. Why is it okay for a Vietnamese to beg but terrible for a white or expat to beg? This is what I call double standard played by most people from the west. Whether white ...
I saw a girl dragging herself across a bridge in crazy traffic, I went back to help her across thinking she was trying to get to the other side then I realized she was trying to sell lotto tickets. I felt real bad and gave her 500k... didn't ... Read More
Transferring Money INTO Vietnam by mtgmike
I've seen a lot of posts by people trying to get money out of Vietnam, I've got a few questions for those of you that have transferred money in. I posted yesterday about buying some land, this is related to that but it's about the ...
I've used transferwise a number of times to transfer 10K with no issues Read More
What does one can buy as property for 250 K USD ? by Ceevee369
Not having a crystal ball telling us how prices will increase, or how the bubble will burst, but we’d like to hear opinions / advise what one can buy for around 5.5 billion VND these days. We need space. Like 100 SQM or 3 BR’s but ...
Yes, depending on where you live and if you are running AC or Heating, expect massive power bills if you aren't connected to solar. Read More
What does one can buy as property for 250 K USD ? by Ceevee369
Not having a crystal ball telling us how prices will increase, or how the bubble will burst, but we’d like to hear opinions / advise what one can buy for around 5.5 billion VND these days. We need space. Like 100 SQM or 3 BR’s but ...
I find it cheap. Compared to Australia $300-$600 a month Read More
What does one can buy as property for 250 K USD ? by Ceevee369
Not having a crystal ball telling us how prices will increase, or how the bubble will burst, but we’d like to hear opinions / advise what one can buy for around 5.5 billion VND these days. We need space. Like 100 SQM or 3 BR’s but ...
Hotter, yes, but definitely not more humid. I've lived in more than half of those Southern states and the humidity was higher, to the point that I couldn't be outdoors at all during the summer there unless it's in the car. I don't ... Read More
What does one can buy as property for 250 K USD ? by Ceevee369
Not having a crystal ball telling us how prices will increase, or how the bubble will burst, but we’d like to hear opinions / advise what one can buy for around 5.5 billion VND these days. We need space. Like 100 SQM or 3 BR’s but ...
Honestly, where I lived in Australia was hotter. I have a job that allows me to work remotely, so spent the last 2 years travelling around Vietnam, living a different place each month. The hottest place being HCMC in July :/ Dalat is 15ish degrees ... Read More
What does one can buy as property for 250 K USD ? by Ceevee369
Not having a crystal ball telling us how prices will increase, or how the bubble will burst, but we’d like to hear opinions / advise what one can buy for around 5.5 billion VND these days. We need space. Like 100 SQM or 3 BR’s but ...
No. Only Australia and here. So please feel free to educate me. Read More
What does one can buy as property for 250 K USD ? by Ceevee369
Not having a crystal ball telling us how prices will increase, or how the bubble will burst, but we’d like to hear opinions / advise what one can buy for around 5.5 billion VND these days. We need space. Like 100 SQM or 3 BR’s but ...
There has been some talk on land rent extension recently http://english.vietnamnet.vn/fms/business/201555/ministry-insists-on--99-year-policy---but-economists-oppose.html I'd love to buy something here myself, but am giving it a year or two ... Read More
Child naming process and dual citizenship? by TigerPlease
I'm Australian, my Viet partner and I are expecting our first born in October. No, we are not married. What are our options for naming the child? Do we have to go with a Vietnamese name or can go with English name. ( I seen in here some people ...
Sounds good. I'll probably just use a lawyer to try make things simple. Time is money afterall Read More
Child naming process and dual citizenship?
I'm Australian, my Viet partner and I are expecting our first born in October. No, we are not married. What are our options for naming the child? Do we have to go with a Vietnamese name or can go with English name. ( I seen in here some people ... Read More
Best area for a 3 month relocation? by Ravenus
Hello We are looking to relocate from Melbourne for 3 x 3month stints next year (3 different countries, 3 months in each) One of the places we are considering is Vietnam but we've never been before. Just wanted to see if anyone can advise ...
Da Nang would get my vote too. Having spent the last two years travelling north to south and back again, it has everything including an airport for when you want to check out other parts of the countries. Good beaches, good tourist attractions, ... Read More
How to get a young lady in VN? by bkksaigon
Hi, I just want to ask for advice from other expats here as I am sensing a lot of attitude from ladies that I try to approach at the shopping malls, shops; they seem to be very serious and avoiding making eye contact and I just have a feeling ...
I reckon the OP is a troll haha. I've had women ask to be my girlfriend... in front of my girlfriend. Either that or he is walking round a mall trying to pick up women that don't speak english but even then Read More
Is the Imperial Hotel in Vung Tau guest friendly? by jrkunstler
I will be staying at the Imperial Hotel for 3 nights in May, and was wondering what their policy is on bringing overnight local guests? I was in Ho Chi Minh years ago and I know most if not all 5 star hotels strictly enforced the rule that did not ...
Contact them and ask. Stayed there not long ago and it's a pretty upmarket place. You will probably need to register anyone you take in and possibly "rent" a second room for your guest Read More
Having a baby in Vietnam by TigerPlease
My Vietnamese girlfriend and I look like we will be having a baby in 8 months. From someone who knows nothing what to expect.. I want to know EVERYTHING from those who have experienced this themselves. Fire away. Thanks
I guess reading all this my main concern is the birthing of the baby. I read alot of horror stories surrounding certain hospitals in HCMC resulting in death or near death experiences. As far as the girlfriends family is concerned, they are a ... Read More
Having a baby in Vietnam by TigerPlease
My Vietnamese girlfriend and I look like we will be having a baby in 8 months. From someone who knows nothing what to expect.. I want to know EVERYTHING from those who have experienced this themselves. Fire away. Thanks
Thanks everyone for the replies so far and good luck to you too Andy. We are currently in Hoian and moving on to Nha Trang in a week. Have already been and had blood tests done but will need to source some vitamin/supplements. I'd say we ... Read More
Having a baby in Vietnam
My Vietnamese girlfriend and I look like we will be having a baby in 8 months. From someone who knows nothing what to expect.. I want to know EVERYTHING from those who have experienced this themselves. Fire away. Thanks Read More
Moving To Vietnam In 2018 by onceuponastage
Hello, I'm a disabled USAF vet and will be moving with my wife to (hopefully) Vung Tau later this year. I was actually born in Saigon and left when I was 4 yrs. old. I'm working on completing my BA and will be enrolling in either a CELTA ...
Just spent a month in Vung Tau. It's a good base spot in my opinion. I don't need a base spot yet so I just move around alot when the novelty of one place wears off. Read More
Setting up a company in Vietnam. What should I know?
Thanks. The service fees I've been quoted are 3500USD and 250USD for my partner. That's fine. I've been using the lawyer for some time and happy with his services. I am not aware though of being able to set up a 100% foreign owned ... Read More
Setting up a company in Vietnam. What should I know?
I've been to see a lawyer and get a bit of a run down. I work online and I just need to be able to pay tax where I am living... That being Vietnam. I've been recommended to set up a company with my Vietnamese partner, 99% ownership to me, ... Read More
New internet restrictions in Vietnam by THIGV
The following links may be of concern to both expats and ...
What couldn't you connect to? Everything's been running fine for me from the top all the way down to HCMC Read More
Motorbike Insurance
I've found the bike I want to buy. Just wondering how insurance works in Vietnam. What do I need to get and what extra options can I get? Any recommended companies. Thanks! Read More
Where can I buy Honda XR150 HCMC by TigerPlease
Only looked on Honda site and couldn't see them available... Any ideas? Thanks
It's 149cc The place I found that imports/sells them is a bike hire company in HCMC (with a good reputation I believe) so maybe they don't have the means to actually sell them into other peoples names. They said I would have the blue card ... Read More
Where can I buy Honda XR150 HCMC by TigerPlease
Only looked on Honda site and couldn't see them available... Any ideas? Thanks
I found a place in HCMC. I can have the bike in 2 days but they tell me it has to be registered in their company name. They can't even register it in my girlfriends name who is Vietnamese. This is for the blue card. Is this normal? Read More
Where can I buy Honda XR150 HCMC
Only looked on Honda site and couldn't see them available... Any ideas? Thanks Read More
Looking to move to Vung Tau by dec035
I am a 60 year old female who is interested in moving to Vung Tau to live for at least a year. I am on my own and very apprehensive about doing this by myself. Is there any support in Vung Tau to assist with this type of move. Also maybe you can ...
Don't forget to let her know about the Ferry ride option! Read More
Looking to move to Vung Tau by dec035
I am a 60 year old female who is interested in moving to Vung Tau to live for at least a year. I am on my own and very apprehensive about doing this by myself. Is there any support in Vung Tau to assist with this type of move. Also maybe you can ...
Yeah I took a look on youtube and there wasn't much, a few videos of people Stand Up Paddle boarding on some ripples lol I guess that's what they call surfing here. Read More
Where can I buy a heart rate monitor in HCMC?
Just want am accurate monitor for treadmill. My Samsung watch is useless. Any suggestions where I can pick one up from? Thanks Read More
Looking to move to Vung Tau by dec035
I am a 60 year old female who is interested in moving to Vung Tau to live for at least a year. I am on my own and very apprehensive about doing this by myself. Is there any support in Vung Tau to assist with this type of move. Also maybe you can ...
I'd like to know more about the surfing and offroading. Can't say I've seen much of a wave here Read More
Drink spiked on Saturday night Bui Vien - please warn others by Redmundial
Hi All...I haven't been on here for a while as wasn't around, but came back to Saigon last week and headed out to meet some friends on Saturday. We had a couple of beers and food, nothing major then they went home. So I went to universal bar ...
Haha indeed man. I never see or experience any of these dodgey things, I just hear about them. I put it down to having a Vietnamese girlfriend, I think she's a bit of a force field from all the shady bullsh*t. Read More
New internet restrictions in Vietnam by THIGV
The following links may be of concern to both expats and ...
Haha, I took mine back for a three month holiday early this year. When she realized how much it cost me she said and still does say she doesn't want to go back. We had a good time and got to see alot but the nanny state population control is too ... Read More
Drink spiked on Saturday night Bui Vien - please warn others by Redmundial
Hi All...I haven't been on here for a while as wasn't around, but came back to Saigon last week and headed out to meet some friends on Saturday. We had a couple of beers and food, nothing major then they went home. So I went to universal bar ...
:D :D :D I agree mate, it's a pretty funny/stupid post to read online, just getting his messages on the phone I was laughing but after watching the video it looked pretty apparent he was most likely drugged. Read More
Drink spiked on Saturday night Bui Vien - please warn others by Redmundial
Hi All...I haven't been on here for a while as wasn't around, but came back to Saigon last week and headed out to meet some friends on Saturday. We had a couple of beers and food, nothing major then they went home. So I went to universal bar ...
I caught up with an Aussie guy I met in Hanoi last week here in HCMC last night. We went out at 6pm starting at Bui Ven then to a couple of sky bars and ended back up at Bui Ven just after midnight. My gf and I went home around 1 but he stayed on ... Read More
Hanoi or HCMC? Which do you think is better by Erikdaviking
It's a good question actually - I would say Hanoi as there is more culture and a bit of cool weather for a few months. What do you think?
Going off the air pollution app (Air Visual), yes. http://i.imgur.com/dBs9cVe.png Read More
New internet restrictions in Vietnam by THIGV
The following links may be of concern to both expats and ...
Will give them a read tomorrow mate, time to unwind. Swim then dinner time :) Read More
Visa black list? by Dukerider03
Ive been told I’m on a visa black list, because of some past issues with a visa I had before. Has anybody heard or know about a visa black list im getting many conflicting information. Been told i need to leave Vietnam and will never be able ...
Did the OP sort out the issue? I stopped using visa agencies long ago and just get them done by a lawyer who's prices are even cheaper. Read More
Lawyer
I've been using this guy after he was recommended to me. Had an appointment with him yesterday to discuss establishing a business here in VN and he seemed very knowledgeable and speaks english well. Linh Tran No. 2A/12 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai ... Read More
New internet restrictions in Vietnam by THIGV
The following links may be of concern to both expats and ...
I havn't really heard or read much about the issue, but from what I did hear/read Vietnam would lose access to Facebook, YouTube and other Social Medias, the way it is in China. I didn't pay much attention because doing something like that ... Read More
Hanoi or HCMC? Which do you think is better by Erikdaviking
It's a good question actually - I would say Hanoi as there is more culture and a bit of cool weather for a few months. What do you think?
HCMC gets my vote. I'm able to find better suited accomodation (gotta have a pool) and everything is so accessible. Night life blows Hanoi out of the water (everything shuts down around midnight in Hanoi). Hanoi has a higher pollution rating ... Read More
Looking to move to Vung Tau by dec035
I am a 60 year old female who is interested in moving to Vung Tau to live for at least a year. I am on my own and very apprehensive about doing this by myself. Is there any support in Vung Tau to assist with this type of move. Also maybe you can ...
I'd recommend giving it a go. I've been to Vung Tau a couple of times with my girlfriend and enjoy the place. We've even spoken about moving there for a while. FWIW, I came here in 2016 for a 3 month holiday and am now still here with no ... Read More
New internet restrictions in Vietnam by THIGV
The following links may be of concern to both expats and ...
As soon as they block access I'm on the next plane out of here to a country that provides the goods. Unfortunate, but my sole livelihood is made through everything they would block. Hopefully it's just a bluff. Read More
Thinking about buying a place by TigerPlease
Hey fellow expats, hope everyone is well! I've been in Viet for the last year and a half and love it here. I don't see myself leaving any time soon, in fact at present I'd like to settle here permanently. I'm looking for go to ...
Best way to keep everyone poor and living under the same roof right? Read More
Thinking about buying a place by TigerPlease
Hey fellow expats, hope everyone is well! I've been in Viet for the last year and a half and love it here. I don't see myself leaving any time soon, in fact at present I'd like to settle here permanently. I'm looking for go to ...
Awesome, thanks for all the horror stories, think I'll invest back home instead. 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
Sorry here is the link: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=704897 Depends on your circumstances I guess, this is just what works well for me :) 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
Initially I just transferred money (Overseas Fund Transfer) from my Australian account as described in the thread I linked to. Now I have a Vietnamese paypal account linked to an online business which is all I need to cover living here. 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
No probs. Here was the thread I started. I use the phone App that Techcombank provides a bit also to buy stuff from the city when I'm in far away parts that don't have what I need or pay bills etc. Kiss all those overseas fees goodby. Can ... Read More
Thinking about buying a place
Hey fellow expats, hope everyone is well! I've been in Viet for the last year and a half and love it here. I don't see myself leaving any time soon, in fact at present I'd like to settle here permanently. I'm looking for go to ... 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
Stop using a foreign card if you are here longer than a short holiday. I got a Techcombank card here thanks to Yogi's advice. Multiple 10 mill withdrawals from Techcombank ATMS (can't remember the limit) and 5 Mill from BIDV (Took out 20 ... Read More
Looking for a skin cancer diagnosis in Hanoi
I have a mole I want to get checked out on my back, will be in Hanoi in a week. Is there a good clinic someone can recommend me? I found this place, http://www.vietnammedicalpractice.com/en/our-medical-services/hanoi/dermatology-2.html Otherwise, ... Read More
Help me save money on banking fees! by TigerPlease
It may have been asked before, I'm sure it has. But I want to be pointed to the best source of info on how to get my banking set up right to cut down on these fees. Do I open a viet back account and take it from there. Also how would I transfer ...
It sounds like you have a nice budget set and a great grip on keeping costs down here. I need to get these things in order ASAP having been here over a year now I don't even want to know how much I've paid in ATM fees. My gf holds an account ... Read More
Help me save money on banking fees! by TigerPlease
It may have been asked before, I'm sure it has. But I want to be pointed to the best source of info on how to get my banking set up right to cut down on these fees. Do I open a viet back account and take it from there. Also how would I transfer ...
Thanks Yogi. This is exactly the info I was after! Appreciate it mate 👍😎 Read More
Is worth moving to live vietnam by stretch56
Hi thinking about moving to vietnam for 6 months or more is it possible to retire there comfortably is there part time work available for an able bodied male
Above posts mention weight gain and yes if your body is adapted to storing fat unlike the gifted thinnies... It may call for a diet adjustment. Aged 37 and working online full time means a less active life for myself. My gf also. After our 3 month ... Read More
Help me save money on banking fees! by TigerPlease
It may have been asked before, I'm sure it has. But I want to be pointed to the best source of info on how to get my banking set up right to cut down on these fees. Do I open a viet back account and take it from there. Also how would I transfer ...
Which banks can you recommend? Thanks Read More
Mui Ne thieving traffic cops by Thaiger
Every single guests says they get stopped and scammed by thieving cops in Mui Ne. No where else in Vietnam. Now, they are asking 4-5 million bribe from each foreigner. Is there any way to report/ stop these corrupt, thieving , crooked Mui Ne cops?
No probs mate. We were in a crash last year on Phu Quoc and the guys that hit us looked petrified of the camera. We were waiting for some kind of trouble to go down but after a few bystanders checking everyone was ok and a Vietnamese man talking to ... Read More
Help me save money on banking fees!
It may have been asked before, I'm sure it has. But I want to be pointed to the best source of info on how to get my banking set up right to cut down on these fees. Do I open a viet back account and take it from there. Also how would I transfer ... Read More
Is worth moving to live vietnam by stretch56
Hi thinking about moving to vietnam for 6 months or more is it possible to retire there comfortably is there part time work available for an able bodied male
Where do I start? Social media. SEO. Marketing. Graphic design. Video /youtube. If you have the time and will to learn essentially a new language (that is online income) then Vietnam is one place to sit down and do it!! Maybe check out warrior ... Read More
Is worth moving to live vietnam by stretch56
Hi thinking about moving to vietnam for 6 months or more is it possible to retire there comfortably is there part time work available for an able bodied male
That lack of traffic etiquette is one of my favourite things about this place. Read More
Mui Ne thieving traffic cops by Thaiger
Every single guests says they get stopped and scammed by thieving cops in Mui Ne. No where else in Vietnam. Now, they are asking 4-5 million bribe from each foreigner. Is there any way to report/ stop these corrupt, thieving , crooked Mui Ne cops?
Have a go pro strapped to your helmet. My gf and I always get waved past while other foreigners get fleeced. They don't want to be filmed breaking the law and have it shared all over the Internet Read More
Is worth moving to live vietnam by stretch56
Hi thinking about moving to vietnam for 6 months or more is it possible to retire there comfortably is there part time work available for an able bodied male
Viet is almost the same size as new Zealand. So no matter where you choose to live... Getting anywhere in the country is easy and fun. Came for a three month holiday myself and still here 18 months later with plans to stay long term. Yes its a ... Read More