Gareth Uk
Welsh expat in Vietnam
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About me
Welsh, Married
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh
Speaks I can speak English and more Vietnamese than Welsh
Registration: 01 December 2016
Buy walking/hiking gear Hcmc by Gareth Uk
Any suggestions where I can buy the above including shoes/boots,wet weather gear in Hcmc?
Thanks for the replies....will check them out Read More
Buy walking/hiking gear Hcmc
Any suggestions where I can buy the above including shoes/boots,wet weather gear in Hcmc? Read More
Bus, Taxi or Boat? by cruisemonkey
I'll be flying from PQC to SGN arriving at 13:35 in the afternoon with quite a bit of luggage: large suitcase, garmet bag, 'carry-on' and laptop computer... basically all my possessions. How would you recommend I make my way to Vung ...
If you wish to do it by bus At the airport terminal go out of the building and cross the road to the far side of the street.The 109 bus( yellow colour ) goes to the city center about every 20-30 minutes,takes nearly an hour and costs 20000 ... Read More
Driving licence by goldenbrown
Looking for some information if anyone can help, where can i get a Vietnamese driving licence from,do I need to take a test as I have a english and thai licence and where is the best place for motorbike insurance,i haven't rented a bike ...
There is a charge but it’s not expensive There is a previous post on this forum titled “ Vietnamese motor cycle licence “which can be found under the category Cars and Transportation( the last post on it was 7 months ago so ... Read More
Driving licence by goldenbrown
Looking for some information if anyone can help, where can i get a Vietnamese driving licence from,do I need to take a test as I have a english and thai licence and where is the best place for motorbike insurance,i haven't rented a bike ...
I think you require a visa or residents card with a minimum 3 months valdity before obtaing a licence as opposed to being here for 3 months before obtaining the licence If you are going to hire a bike speak to Jon at a Tigit motorbikes...I daresay ... Read More
Driving licence by goldenbrown
Looking for some information if anyone can help, where can i get a Vietnamese driving licence from,do I need to take a test as I have a english and thai licence and where is the best place for motorbike insurance,i haven't rented a bike ...
I have just read at Tuoi Tre News( Vietnamese News in English) an article dated 2013 which says the standard bike insurance covers 3rd party damage or theft of the bik......I don,t believe that for one second having lived here for just about 2 years ... Read More
Driving licence by goldenbrown
Looking for some information if anyone can help, where can i get a Vietnamese driving licence from,do I need to take a test as I have a english and thai licence and where is the best place for motorbike insurance,i haven't rented a bike ...
If you don,t have any luck transferring your licence online the office you require is Drivers Licence Office 252 Ly Chinh Thang District 3 Hcmc I transferred my Uk car licence there just over a year ago...they also arrange the bike licence They will ... 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 ...
Why don,t you take a 2 week break there to initally get to know the place...it might be for you...it might not...a short break could avoid a total commitment if by chance you don,t like Vung Tau......I can understand your apprehension being that ... Read More
Phone Vietnam from Thailand....calling codes
I am an expat living in Vietnam who will visit Thailand shorty to visit a friend.During my stay I will need to phone Vietnam...I have the Vietnam entry code which is 84 but I have read there are various Thailand exit codes....how do I figure out ... Read More
UK format passport photos in Saigon by drippinswagoo
Does anyone know where to get official passport photos printed, ideally from one of those photo booth machines you get back in the UK, and not someone taking a photo with a camera and cutting it out with scissors. I need to make sure the photo is ...
Apologies for that...it was there some weeks ago...watched some girls having their pics taken.......Google ....photo booth pics Ho Chi Minh city to see if it provides alternative Read More
UK format passport photos in Saigon by drippinswagoo
Does anyone know where to get official passport photos printed, ideally from one of those photo booth machines you get back in the UK, and not someone taking a photo with a camera and cutting it out with scissors. I need to make sure the photo is ...
Saigon Squar Shopping Mall 65 Le Loi District 1 Le Loi Street is heading north east from Ben Thanh Market roundabout It's on Google maps as Toa Nha Saigon Center....ground floor on the right,look for the help desk,its close by You can also enter ... Read More
UK format passport photos in Saigon by drippinswagoo
Does anyone know where to get official passport photos printed, ideally from one of those photo booth machines you get back in the UK, and not someone taking a photo with a camera and cutting it out with scissors. I need to make sure the photo is ...
Photo booth in Saigon Square Mall...ground floor. Read More
Urgent Visa Extension Question by plumed90
Hi, Me and my girlfriend have been in Vietnam for almost 3 months. We arrived in Hanoi using a VOA arrival, 3 month multiple entry. Our visa runs out this Saturday, 11th November. We are currently living in HCM and need some help on the best ...
If " Senwi" is correct and an " extension" to your visa does not require you to leave Vn then you possibly don,t need to arrange it thru an agent either. The visa extension office is at 196 Nyguyen Thi Minh Khan,more or less at ... Read More
MLB mañana
2 sports bars in District 1.....Game on and Fattys...Google them for locations Read More
What type of plug/adaptor do you need for Vietnam please?
Don,t worry about looking for an adaptor in the Uk...they are available widely and cost peanuts..bought mine in a supermarket. Read More
Paper Map of Nha Trang?
Fahasa Bookshops....Google shows me there are 4 locations in Nha Trang I,m in Hcmc and I,ve seen various city maps in the Fashasa shops here. Read More
Expat assistance in some of the details for moving/living in Vung Tau by Stephen Gillatly
MY name is Stephen Gillatly, and I am a 65 year old single male considering moving to this area. At least to SEA in general. Currently live in Victoria, British Colombia, Canada. Served 8 years in the Canadian Navy, then proceeded to take my skills ...
For accommodation Google "OSC Apartments Vung Tau"...there will be a map of the location.Its a large apartment block,about 30 floors so don,t know if that's what you are looking for long term.I have stayed there,with my wife,in a one ... Read More
Recomendations for English speaking out patient clinic in Hcmc by Gareth Uk
As it says please any thoughts or advice
@THIGV Dengue was never diagnosed nor was it mentioned at either FMP or FV.I did mention to the doctors at FMP and FV that I have had the same problem in the past that is a "water ",in the terms of my local Uk doctor,meaning bacterial ... Read More
Recomendations for English speaking out patient clinic in Hcmc by Gareth Uk
As it says please any thoughts or advice
Some months ago now so not completely sure of the cost but I think around £200 including the tests.....which I feel is expensive but FMP is not shy of putting the patient in a situation where you are more or less obliged to take the tests. I ... Read More
Craft Beer,IPA,real Ale
Anyone know of a bar selling IPA,Real Ale or what is called here Craft Beer on draught near Bui Vien and the backpackers area? I have been along on the past to Game On which sells the abovei but its close to Nguyen Hue (Walking Street) and it's ... Read More
Cheddar Cheese and Doritos? by cruisemonkey
I'm a Canadian currently in China and considering a retirement move to Vung Tau. Just wondering about the availability of: - cheddar cheese - Doritos (my favourite junk food snack). I like to cook (and bake). Where I live in China, getting many ...
I saw the Vietnamese version by chance strolling around one day,they had a different name and I remember thinking...."look like Doritos"so probably made in Vietnam or possibly Korea.There were various Western Brands also so I guess there,s ... Read More
Cheddar Cheese and Doritos? by cruisemonkey
I'm a Canadian currently in China and considering a retirement move to Vung Tau. Just wondering about the availability of: - cheddar cheese - Doritos (my favourite junk food snack). I like to cook (and bake). Where I live in China, getting many ...
I have seen cheddar in Lotte Mart in Saigon.Lotte Mart is. Korean supermarket chain in Vietnam so what is stocked in Saigon will be stocked in Lotte Mart in Vung Tau. Lotte Mart Vung Tau is on the second large junction entering the city off the ... Read More
Bus/coach Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya by Gareth Uk
I,m a Uk expat living in Saigon soon to visit a friend in Pattaya Any information for the above would be appreciated including where to find the coach station at the airport,the frequency of the journey,rough coast of transport and where th bus ...
Thanks for the info guys shansen........do you know the name of the bus company and do I have to prebooking the ticket? Thanks again Read More
Bus/coach Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya
I,m a Uk expat living in Saigon soon to visit a friend in Pattaya Any information for the above would be appreciated including where to find the coach station at the airport,the frequency of the journey,rough coast of transport and where th bus ... Read More
Swim Gear...goggles by diddlydoright
Hey! I've been in HCMC for two months now. I'm trying to settle in and find work as an English teacher. While traveling I wrecked my swim goggles and I need a new pair. I looked through some threads and couldn't find a related topic. ...
Try Rainbow Divers Saigon 231 Nguyen Van Huong Street D2 Hcmc Tel (+84) 0985 185 768 Email sgn@divevietnam.com If you check at the Internet address they have locations in various cities and towns so if you are travelling the locations for the ... Read More
We can't driving a car without Vietnam driver license??? Is that true by Stoney
I heard from people, in Vietnam, even you have a international driving license, you still can not drive a car.....is that true? What about motor bike, what about the tourist?
@ coilinoscapee I was very suprised ...no messing about and done at one location with translation by my wife! @ Wald0 I assume the convention you refer to is Countries Contracting to the Convention on Road Traffic Vienna November 8 1968 I have ... Read More
We can't driving a car without Vietnam driver license??? Is that true by Stoney
I heard from people, in Vietnam, even you have a international driving license, you still can not drive a car.....is that true? What about motor bike, what about the tourist?
@ johnny depp I have read via " Lonely Planet "that the International Drivng Permit is acceptable here now but you must have local insurance for it to be valid. Otherwise I agree with Ciambella to be legal a foreigner needs to transfer ... Read More
Can't deposit cash into my account? by treesahquiche
I was told by Vietcombank that I couldn't deposit cash into my account because I'm a foreigner, and I could only do account-to-account transfers. Apparently only my employer is allowed to deposit money into my account. I'm not really clear on the ...
I have called at Vietcom,HSBC and BIDV banks and cannot deposit cash. Before I arrived in Vietnam I transferred money from the Uk to my Vietnamese wife,s account here in Hcmc.None of the banks will allow a transfer of money from her account to a ... Read More
Tourist visa by KNete
Hello everyone, I am looking for travel agents to help with 1month tourist visa for Nigerian and 2 Lithuanians
Thanks for the info Yogi...that sounds a lot better. Read More
Tourist visa by KNete
Hello everyone, I am looking for travel agents to help with 1month tourist visa for Nigerian and 2 Lithuanians
I agree with Yogi that a Visa on arrival letter emailed to you before travel is an easy option...always done it myself for 9 years ... However ,if you are to arrive at Hcmc,due to the increased tourism the queue for the Visa on arrival over the ... Read More
Looking for a skin cancer diagnosis in Hanoi by TigerPlease
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, ...
If no recomendations in Hanoi..... In Hcmc Family Medical Practice or FV Hospital...Google for addresses Read More
Visa from the UK for Vietnam by 1312j
What experience do people have on using websites to get Visas? Need one sorting relatively quick.
Try the Vietnamese Embassy London website...there are a number of options there including application for an evisa all of which avoid dealing with agents. Read More
Divorce by havtajlee
HiI everyone, I am British and live in UK now. Have been married to Vietnamese man for 5 years. We separated in 2015 and he returned back to Saigon. He has deliberately moved, changed his number and I don't know where he is. I only know where ...
Fair enough...that will teach me to read all the posts!!! Read More
Divorce by havtajlee
HiI everyone, I am British and live in UK now. Have been married to Vietnamese man for 5 years. We separated in 2015 and he returned back to Saigon. He has deliberately moved, changed his number and I don't know where he is. I only know where ...
I tend to agree with Colinoscapee,s comments on the 24 th.....walk away and get on with your life and from your comments you are halfway there and best to stop doing your head in.If you push this along it could possibly alienate your husband...it ... Read More
Pvc piping near d7
Correction.....that should be TURN RIGHT at the far end of Le Van Luong into Nguyen Thai Thap.....left will take you to Lotte Mart. Sorry for the mistake. Read More
Pvc piping near d7
You can buy at Le Van Luong To get there travel west on Nguyen Van Linh from Phu My Hung about 500 yds to the first junction,turn left onto Nguyen Huu Tho .Le Van Luong is about 100 yds along there,1st left at an angle to Nguyen Huu Tho.....if ... Read More
Vietnam motorcycle licence with photocopies of licence and IDP?
You could try 252 Ly Chinh Thang District 3 I copied my Uk car Licence to a Vietnamese licence there.They might be able to help you out. To find it travelling from the roundabout at Cong Truong Dan Thu it's the first turning on the Lhs into a ... Read More
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There is a "save " button in green bottom right hand side. Read More
HSBC health Insurance by Alex5555
HI I'm moving to Saigon in September and need to sort out Healthcare cover. I looks like HSBC do an OK level of cover - is the cover level OK for western style hospitals costs in Saigon? Or would you recommend a more expensive , but fully ...
Did he make it?....still alive? Read More
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Just tried it...nothing happening...perhaps it's had too many Ba Ba Ba,s ( 333)....try it again tomorrow! Read More
Expat Bars in D7 by ardgirl
Anyone got a good bar recommendation for Expats in District 7 of Ho Chi Minh?
Try along Pham Van Nghi Bac ...it's near the Skygarden swimming pool..one or two there. Read More
HSBC health Insurance by Alex5555
HI I'm moving to Saigon in September and need to sort out Healthcare cover. I looks like HSBC do an OK level of cover - is the cover level OK for western style hospitals costs in Saigon? Or would you recommend a more expensive , but fully ...
To Yogi Had a quick look at the small print in regards to visa/ temporary residence card and there is nothing mentioned. Being married to a Vietnamese.I am here under a visa waiver,extending it every 3 months.When I took out the insurance the ... Read More
HSBC health Insurance by Alex5555
HI I'm moving to Saigon in September and need to sort out Healthcare cover. I looks like HSBC do an OK level of cover - is the cover level OK for western style hospitals costs in Saigon? Or would you recommend a more expensive , but fully ...
It seems that HSBC is the same as a very large percentage of companies and individuals who are crooked in this gerenally crooked country. The Uk has its fair share of the same.I worked for one such company and I have no doubt that these companies ... Read More
HSBC health Insurance by Alex5555
HI I'm moving to Saigon in September and need to sort out Healthcare cover. I looks like HSBC do an OK level of cover - is the cover level OK for western style hospitals costs in Saigon? Or would you recommend a more expensive , but fully ...
Would be very interested myself in the reasons not to go for HSBC . Read More
HSBC health Insurance by Alex5555
HI I'm moving to Saigon in September and need to sort out Healthcare cover. I looks like HSBC do an OK level of cover - is the cover level OK for western style hospitals costs in Saigon? Or would you recommend a more expensive , but fully ...
I took out health insurance with HSBC some months ago.I know others on this site have also and the assistant in the HSBC branch said she regularly has expat customers for the insurance product so with luck we can,t all be doing something ... Read More
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Follow the instruction thru to upload the pic When you are presented with the pic it's partial shaded ...draw out the lines on top and bottom to clear the area you wish to use...the area left shaded will not be used Read More
Where to buy reliable motorcycles in HCMC? by GuestPoster0215
Hi all, I'm in HCMC for work, and I will be here for a while. I'd like some advice on how to get mobile in Vietnam as a foreigner... - How do I get a decent dirt bike/supermoto around here? From what I've seen, they are old and crazily ...
Tight Motorbikes in District 4.Jon the owner is English so no problem with communication and he,s very helpful,rented 2 bikes from him myself before I bought my own.He also sells.The bikes are well maintained. Many here drive without a licence ... Read More
Where to buy reliable motorcycles in HCMC? by GuestPoster0215
Hi all, I'm in HCMC for work, and I will be here for a while. I'd like some advice on how to get mobile in Vietnam as a foreigner... - How do I get a decent dirt bike/supermoto around here? From what I've seen, they are old and crazily ...
See following post...mucked up this one 🔴 Read More
Where to buy reliable motorcycles in HCMC? by GuestPoster0215
Hi all, I'm in HCMC for work, and I will be here for a while. I'd like some advice on how to get mobile in Vietnam as a foreigner... - How do I get a decent dirt bike/supermoto around here? From what I've seen, they are old and crazily ...
Is there anyway to remove a reply that is not required?...mucked this one up. Read More
Wood furnitures, anyone got some ? by Arnaud
Cheers everyone, I will move in a new place soon, and I will have to furnish everything from scratch. I'd like to have wooden furnitures, good quality, stuff that last and don't fear the humidity when it's rain season. Do you guys have ...
Lots of furniture shops along Nguyen Thi Thap from the junction with Nguyen Huu Tho ( Lotte Mart) right up to the crossroad with Nguyen Van Linh. Paint,tiles,bathrooms,living room furniture kitchens,bedroom ... Read More
Visa and bipolar disorder diagnosis? by Mangomountain
Hi, I'm a UK citizen hoping to move to Vietnam to work as an English teacher. I have a Cambridge CELTA tefl certificate, a first class honours degree, and three years experience of teaching English abroad. However, I have a diagnosis of bipolar ...
I cannot answer your question of if you will be asked of any mental health problems on your work application...there are lots of teachers on the forum so hopefully will reciive and answer for that one shortly. My advice is to come clean if you are ... Read More
Police Problems in Saigon by ardgirl
Every time the police sees me (blonde foreigner) I get pulled over. I am so sick of this. I paid 200,000 and went on my way tonight but I don't want to keep doing this.
The OP should be fined and pay up but only if the law is being enforced for anyone breaking it......that won,t be done....the coppers are to lazy but we all will go out tomorrow and witness at least 50 possibly 100 people breaking the law on the ... Read More
Most economical flights to Vietnam from the U.K.? by johncollins
Hi new to this forum and Vietnam, wanting to travel from the U.K. for a three month trip from mid August for three or more months, can anyone suggest best and cheapest routes and airlines please? Based in the Midlands, although realise that may not ...
Have travelled here from the Uk for nearly 10 years initially with Etihad and Qatar Airways but soon changed to Emirates.I always find them the cheapest,the service on board and seating is good,you can fly from Manchester or Birmingham and the ... Read More
Moving soon to Ho Chi Minh City by NomadCrow
Hello. I am a retired teacher living in Florida but looking for a new adventure. Vietnam has always been a land of mystery for me, and I am interested in living there to see how life moves in that country. As a teacher, I have saved a reasonable ...
Retired myself and the only reason I,m in Saigon is because my stepdaughter has work here and my wife will not leave her otherwise I would be in Da Nang or Nha Trang.The pollution in Saigon in tremendous and getting about the roads is very difficult ... Read More
Health Insurance in Saigon (for Vietnam)
Tried the Boaviet English pages which passes you off to HSBC( in English).Looked at the HSBC premiums and relevant policies which was somewhere about what I was prepared to pay although the level of cover is not as high as the international insurers ... Read More
Police Problems in Saigon by ardgirl
Every time the police sees me (blonde foreigner) I get pulled over. I am so sick of this. I paid 200,000 and went on my way tonight but I don't want to keep doing this.
Thanks for your support jazzy! Read More
Police Problems in Saigon by ardgirl
Every time the police sees me (blonde foreigner) I get pulled over. I am so sick of this. I paid 200,000 and went on my way tonight but I don't want to keep doing this.
To the OP Have a look around at the local females driving...they wear a fabfic hat with a small peak at the front,worn underneath the helmet,attached to a full face mask and also a neck and back cover so only the eyes are exposed.A pair of large ... Read More
Help for Aussies with Medical Insurance by HazenGreg
Hi all, I have done a little research on this ...but hitting a few stumbling blocks!! My Hubby and I are coming over to Hoi an in May to base ourselves there for awhile , then going to and throw to discover different parts of the Country. At the ...
It is very difficult to say if the insurance company will pay out for a pre existing condition.Any insurance company ( worldwide) does not give a hoot about your health ...they are interested in making a profit only and most will go to the end of ... Read More
Voltage surge? Power supply issues by dariyka
Hi guys Living in D2, for 1 week Yesterday I left my MacBook and mobile phones charging overnight - none of them powers on since the early morning today. And when I'm trying to charge (socket, powerbank, from PC via USB cable) they are not ...
If a " surge"from outside has happened then there,s a possibility it would have blown the main fuse at the meter where the supply enters the property.That does not happen in all cases,but most.Sometimes it can blow individual circuits ... Read More
Buying property in Ho Chi Minh by ajweissen
Hello Looking for English speaking real estate agent and to get advice on buying apartment off plan. I am a U.K. Citizen.. thank you.
Have a look at the current post " How do you invest in Vietnam Real Estate" That should give you a flavour of the problems. Read More
Buying property in Ho Chi Minh by ajweissen
Hello Looking for English speaking real estate agent and to get advice on buying apartment off plan. I am a U.K. Citizen.. thank you.
Some further thoughts after your PM Why do you wish to buy in Hcmc?...If you are not in a relationship,need to be in the city for work or any other reason there are better places in Vietnam....on the beach for example.The pollution in Hcmc is ... Read More
Snorkeling gear in Ho Chi Minh City
Google...Rainbow Divers Hcmc.. it will give you location,telephone number and email address Read More
advice on a girl by jim rc
I meet a lovely girl in vung tau.I am staying at a hotel which is in her name.I pay for rent and give her money to live on.Some people told me bad things about her.She told me it wasn't her but someone that looked like her. How can i find out ...
."There is no smoke without fire" comes to mind regarding her past. Your profile says you are " Loooking for a wife"......don,t look to long and hard in one direction....there are many directions here...have you looked in other ... Read More
ADD/ADHD HCMC by Tumbleweed0
Hi everyone, I'm relocating to Saigon in less than a week and have been researching psych medication as I take a few different ones. The one I take in the US is not available in Vietnam so I have identified the alternatives: Ritalin and the ...
Colin Why do you advise not to but medication from expat orientated pharmacies? I have understood from previous posts on the forum that some " local" pharmacies sell out of date medication Thanks Gareth Read More
ADD/ADHD HCMC by Tumbleweed0
Hi everyone, I'm relocating to Saigon in less than a week and have been researching psych medication as I take a few different ones. The one I take in the US is not available in Vietnam so I have identified the alternatives: Ritalin and the ...
From a post on another site dated August 2015 the distributor of Concerta in Vietnam is Saigon Pharmaceutical Company...SAPHARCO 18 - 20 Nguyen Trong To Street District 4 Ward 12 Hcmc Tel ....08 39400388 Email....contact@sapharco.com Possibly ... Read More
Help for Aussies with Medical Insurance by HazenGreg
Hi all, I have done a little research on this ...but hitting a few stumbling blocks!! My Hubby and I are coming over to Hoi an in May to base ourselves there for awhile , then going to and throw to discover different parts of the Country. At the ...
A question you asked regarding medivac which is missing on the screen shots is that it is worldwide. Read More
Help for Aussies with Medical Insurance by HazenGreg
Hi all, I have done a little research on this ...but hitting a few stumbling blocks!! My Hubby and I are coming over to Hoi an in May to base ourselves there for awhile , then going to and throw to discover different parts of the Country. At the ...
Fred...thank you for your help Read More
Help for Aussies with Medical Insurance by HazenGreg
Hi all, I have done a little research on this ...but hitting a few stumbling blocks!! My Hubby and I are coming over to Hoi an in May to base ourselves there for awhile , then going to and throw to discover different parts of the Country. At the ...
I have sent Fred the moderator pics and screenshots of the Bao Viet,HSBC insurance premiums and benefits as my IPad does not identify the URL to enable me to post them If he can,t help then I,ll send you a private message if you wish with my email ... Read More
Help for Aussies with Medical Insurance by HazenGreg
Hi all, I have done a little research on this ...but hitting a few stumbling blocks!! My Hubby and I are coming over to Hoi an in May to base ourselves there for awhile , then going to and throw to discover different parts of the Country. At the ...
I have been living in Hcmc for the last 6 months during which time I have attempted to arrange medical insurance only this week having decided to go with HSBC in Vietnam.Insurance here is a minefield with the subject coming up a least once a month ... Read More
Recomendations for English speaking out patient clinic in Hcmc by Gareth Uk
As it says please any thoughts or advice
Thanks Colin....do they speak English there? I hope though I don,t need to go there Read More
Recomendations for English speaking out patient clinic in Hcmc by Gareth Uk
As it says please any thoughts or advice
Apologies again...very sorry I wear glasses for driving...now need them for reading I suppose! Goroth Read More
Recomendations for English speaking out patient clinic in Hcmc by Gareth Uk
As it says please any thoughts or advice
Only recently I have become aware of Dengue I have travelled to Vietnam for the last 10 years while working in the Uk ,so retired and living here now.I was bitten numerous times while visiting, while my Vietnamese wife and her daughter were ignored ... Read More
Vietnamese motor cycle license by asthecrowflies
Does anyone know how to go about getting a Vietnamese motor cycle license (under 175cc)? I currently hold a full motor cycle in Australia but not here. Does anyone know what the fine is for driving unlicensed? Many thanks!
Only took the test to obtain a driving licence which in turn enables insurance which is most important to me. I could not care less if the coppers,if I had no licence,stung me for some money,as expats we are all having a cheap living here anyway ... Read More
Moped/ motorbike licence up to 150cc by Gareth Uk
I am originally from the Uk where I have a full car drivers licence Thinking of travelling to Cyprus for a short visit with the view to perhaps living there in the future I will need to get about so I will initially rent 2 wheels. What is required ...
Thanks...will check them out Read More
Moped/ motorbike licence up to 150cc
I am originally from the Uk where I have a full car drivers licence Thinking of travelling to Cyprus for a short visit with the view to perhaps living there in the future I will need to get about so I will initially rent 2 wheels. What is required ... Read More
Recomendations for English speaking out patient clinic in Hcmc by Gareth Uk
As it says please any thoughts or advice
Been reading again,going off the topic,that as of April 2016 a Dengue Fever vaccine was being trialed in Vietnam as per Tuoitrenews Also as per Medicinenet.com for the same date a vaccine was being trialed in "affected areas", Medicinenet ... Read More
Recomendations for English speaking out patient clinic in Hcmc by Gareth Uk
As it says please any thoughts or advice
Been to the clinic recommended by Gabot and it is a infection in the....may I say it...testacles ,had a ultrasound,nothing found....so I have now antibiotics to take.....I had the same thing just over 6 months ago in the Uk. Looked into Dengue this ... Read More
CheapoAir down in Hanoi, Vietnam?..or just me? by Zepo
Access Denied You don't have permission to access "https://www.cheapoair.com/" on this server. Reference #18.83e6ab71.1492749935.2fd4b40 It worked a few days ago for me on Chrome. Now I get the above error message. Downloaded 4 ...
Try " flightsidealo"....used them for couple of years Read More
Recomendations for English speaking out patient clinic in Hcmc by Gareth Uk
As it says please any thoughts or advice
Thanks for the quick reply Gabot( got it right this time) I think I have a water infection so need antibiotics...will call along there this morning Goroth! Read More
Recomendations for English speaking out patient clinic in Hcmc
As it says please any thoughts or advice Read More
CheapoAir down in Hanoi, Vietnam?..or just me? by Zepo
Access Denied You don't have permission to access "https://www.cheapoair.com/" on this server. Reference #18.83e6ab71.1492749935.2fd4b40 It worked a few days ago for me on Chrome. Now I get the above error message. Downloaded 4 ...
Just tried it...had exactly the same message as yourself Read More
Arrival/first days in HCMC by davidhmdon
Hi everyone. I'm a 24-year-old Scot getting ready to move to Vietnam from the UK in May. I have a teaching job lined up at a private language school who will be arranging my airport pickup and a hotel for my first two weeks. I start training ...
To Gabot No problem....would not like to offend anyone Read More
Arrival/first days in HCMC by davidhmdon
Hi everyone. I'm a 24-year-old Scot getting ready to move to Vietnam from the UK in May. I have a teaching job lined up at a private language school who will be arranging my airport pickup and a hotel for my first two weeks. I start training ...
Apologies Gabot A mistake with my 61 year old fingers and eyes on the Ipad Read More
Arrival/first days in HCMC by davidhmdon
Hi everyone. I'm a 24-year-old Scot getting ready to move to Vietnam from the UK in May. I have a teaching job lined up at a private language school who will be arranging my airport pickup and a hotel for my first two weeks. I start training ...
Agree with both Diazo and Gabon,s points and it would probably be good not to join in the melee on the road for a couple of weeks,have a walk around and watch what happens.or ride as a pillion passenger.When you do hire a bike any rules of the road ... Read More
Where to buy affordable clothes for teaching by Redmundial
Hi everyone...I'm planning on teaching here in HCMC and I'm fully aware of the need to be presentable, not just here but in Asia in general when applying and conducting classes. I have a few shirts but probably they aren't really up to ...
There are various qualities,packages,styles and brands at Lotte Mart and how much to pay is your choice....you need to go along ,have a look...if it's not for you then your choice is made Read More
Where to buy affordable clothes for teaching by Redmundial
Hi everyone...I'm planning on teaching here in HCMC and I'm fully aware of the need to be presentable, not just here but in Asia in general when applying and conducting classes. I have a few shirts but probably they aren't really up to ...
Try Lotte Mart at junction Nguyen Thi Thap and Nguyen Huu Tho District 7 Lots of shirts ,ties and shirt and tie packs on the second floor Read More
Vietnamese motor cycle license by asthecrowflies
Does anyone know how to go about getting a Vietnamese motor cycle license (under 175cc)? I currently hold a full motor cycle in Australia but not here. Does anyone know what the fine is for driving unlicensed? Many thanks!
There is a list of traffic fines...Google...citypassguide traffic fines and penalties Vietnam...the cops can also confiscate the bike for a week..the fine is about 4 million dong I have recently,in December, transferred my Uk car drivers licence and ... Read More
Where to buy Lonely Planet books in Ho Chi Minh by Suzieinhcmc
I would like to buy Lonely Planet South America book. Anyone know a bookshop in HCMC that sells them? Thank you
Looked in Fahasa for similar books...there is nothing there. If you do have contacts back home possibly better to ask someone to buy the book there and have it posted here. Read More
Want VN drivers license, no valid DL in Michigan, USA by Reorandy
Hello- I want to buy a motorcycle up to 150 CC, but do not have a valid drivers license in Michigan, USA (revoked due to a drunk driving 13 years ago) It is impossible to get the license back before I come to Da Nang in June. Is there anyone that ...
If you don,t have a licence,the cops can confiscate the bike....have a look at "citypassguide traffic fines and penalties Vietnam"....albeit temporarily.They can also impose a fine,about 1 million dong....not saying they will carry out ... Read More
Driving licence in Vietnam by Ishrampoodles
What is the story with drivers licences in Vietnam? If i wanted to ride a moto could I ride on a Cambodian licence or do I need a Vietnamese one? Are they difficult to get? What about bringing a moto across the border from Cambodia, is it possible. ...
I am not sure if a Cambodian bike licence will suffice in Vn You can drive without a licence,lots do,but what happens when the cops stop you. Have a look at the previous thread " motor bike licence",it's about a month old with my posts ... Read More
Arrival/first days in HCMC by davidhmdon
Hi everyone. I'm a 24-year-old Scot getting ready to move to Vietnam from the UK in May. I have a teaching job lined up at a private language school who will be arranging my airport pickup and a hotel for my first two weeks. I start training ...
For your current Uk driving licence I assume it is a car drivers licence...If not and it is a motor bike licence( up to 150cc) then you need to transfer it to a Vietnamese bike licence....I think I can give you the address if this so but you will ... Read More
Arrival/first days in HCMC by davidhmdon
Hi everyone. I'm a 24-year-old Scot getting ready to move to Vietnam from the UK in May. I have a teaching job lined up at a private language school who will be arranging my airport pickup and a hotel for my first two weeks. I start training ...
It might help if you let the folks reading this know what district,they are numbered more or less radiating out from the city center, you will be working and staying in....they could then provide local knoledge of ... Read More
Looking for swimming instructor
There are swiming instructors at the Skygarden pool in Phy My Hung Read More
Rent a scooter by Marjoriedesc
Hello, I would like to rent a scooter in Ho Chi Minh City for a long term period. Do you know any place where I can rent one? Thanks a lot, Marjorie
Try Tigit Motorbikes Hcmc...Google it for the contact details Hired 2 bikes at different times for total of 2 months Good bikes,not expensive...the owner Jon,and his wife are very helpful Have bought a bike myself otherwise would be hiring a bike ... Read More
renting a bicycle by ebergg
Hello , i'll be staying at a hotel in district 1 in late March and early April. Is there somewhere that i can rent a bicycle with a lock?
Google it. Just looked thru the Lonely Planet and Tripadvisor posts and they give you internet sites to visit......also point you to the backpacker area where bicycles can be hired Another is Bikesbooking.com The posts do say however that some bikes ... Read More
Local or international insurance company claims
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Local or international insurance company claims
I have posted this topic in relation to a recent,ongoing post " Health Insurance" which asks for names of insurance companies.It has been highlighted there in replies that claims would be very difficult to pursue for any problem but ... Read More
Health Insurance by VanRoss
This is a pretty tired topic. But, as boring and elemental as it seems, I still have trouble finding good answers. I live part-time in Vietnam and mostly work in Korea. I'm American. I'm wondering people's experience with different ...
To Van I am seeking the same insurance as yourself,emergency,major operation or sickness and not interested in dental or outpatient which if needed I intend to fund myself. I have been looking at Bao Viet.If you enter their site medical insurance of ... Read More
Health Insurance by VanRoss
This is a pretty tired topic. But, as boring and elemental as it seems, I still have trouble finding good answers. I live part-time in Vietnam and mostly work in Korea. I'm American. I'm wondering people's experience with different ...
Agree with Thaiger,s description of the cops,in fact your words from what I am begining to understand is an understatement.Also by far,on all the expats minds is Insurance for a motorbike accident. However,for us ancient critters general health ... Read More