1312j
English expat in Vietnam
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About me
English
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh
Speaks English and basic German
Registration: 17 May 2017
Firesticks by goldenbrown
Hi, if i buy a firestick online,i'm guessing it will open up in vietnamese instructions can you change them into english instructions is language settings on them,i'm looking at buying of lazada or shopee,
Yeah, they work anywhere providing the internet is strong enough Read More
+5 Years Experience with no Degree? by FouadAdel
I know this question is asked a lot, but I can't find, I can't even find 2 people agreeing on the same thing which is weird! Long story short, I'm planning to move to Vietnam soon, I don't have a degree but I've been working in ...
Officially, you need a degree to get a work permit (unless its recently changed), however, much like anything else in Vietnam, if you chuck enough money at it, you can get one. Read More
Paying EVN bill is easy !! by charmavietnam
It's very simple to pay your electricity bill each month! Electricity is valuable so use in case of necessity :D Ask your landlord the EVN consumer number (PE00000000000) if you agree to pay yourself in the rent contract. EVN staff will deliver ...
Alternatively, just link the account number to your bank account and do it by hitting a couple of buttons... Read More
Online banking delays: Vietcom to Vietin Bank
Depends if it was done by 'quick transfer' or not, if it wasn't the bank holiday will skew the processing time Read More
Tam Thanh at Tam Ky, Quang Nam by OceanBeach92107
Tomorrow I'm headed south from Đà Nẵng for at least a week stay at the nearly-natural beach area of Tam Thanh near Tam Kỳ, south of Hoi An in Quang Nam Province: [url=https://maps.app.goo.gl/uX42R]Google Maps link[/url] ...
Worked in Tam Ky for a couple of weeks last May, magical place. Untouched beauty Read More
Wanted Motorbikes 50cc Automatic for rent or sell by Nsdarlin
Hi..im looking for a 50cc automatic motorbikes for sale or rent which ever is within budget. Since will be in ho chi minh for 6 mth and wanting it for transport just to and fro to werk. Cant possible survive on grabcar or grabbike everyday. Will be ...
I'm no motorbike salesman, but I'd imagine it'd be helpful if you said what your budget is... Read More
I miss Target, Walmart and Walgreens by yamcha
The thing I miss most back home is convenience and selection. This is a great country for sure and I love a lot about it but when I need to buy 5 different things I have to go to 5 different places in 5 different districts. JESUS!
But there is no big different to a big BigC.Always found you get much more variety in MM, after all Mega is better than Big! Read More
Which scooter do you like most? by yamcha
I bought myself a 2013 blue Honda Lead recently mostly for its practicality, it has a wide seating area and a lot of space under it but other than that it isn't a very good ride. I really wanted a Yamaha Grande (love the way it looks) but ...
Settled on a Honda Air Blade for the time being after going through a few different ones, guess it depends on what you want it for. Long trips, short trips, etc etc Read More
I miss Target, Walmart and Walgreens by yamcha
The thing I miss most back home is convenience and selection. This is a great country for sure and I love a lot about it but when I need to buy 5 different things I have to go to 5 different places in 5 different districts. JESUS!
Has nobody heard of MM Mega Market? It's literally Vietnam's answer to Walmart. Anything you want, it's in there. Well, almost anything. http://mmvietnam.com/ Read More
Std test hcm by GuestPoster570
Where is the best and affordable place in ho chi minh to get a STD test. Ive had some qoutes back on prices from private clinics and theyre extortionate. Anyone know a fairly reasonable priced one thats not too far from D1? Thanks
Hahaha, why has someone searched Aids and Saigon on google, probably found this and then signed up just to say that. What a country Read More
Vietnam. Police state.? by Daneb51
I am retired and considering a move to Vietnam. I am a child of the 60’s. How vigorous are the police? Thanks
Money talks here - as long as you're not doing anything outlandishly illegal, you're fine Read More
Extending a Tourist Visa from 3 Months to 1 Year by DiandraL
I arrived here a month ago to check out whether I wanted to stay here or not. I do want to live here. However, I'm not entirely sure how to go about extending my Visa from a three month single-entry to a multi-entry year long Visa. I definitely ...
As has already been said, you're better off speaking to someone who has credentials in the area. Same as OceanBeach has said, if you want a contact, message me and I'll share the info. Read More
Can a DN Visa be Cancelled by employer by Tsitta
Hello guys, Can an employer cancel a business Visa within one day that was sponsored by the company in the first place? If yes, what is the solution to get rid of the agony within one day. Please don't tell me to find a way to go out of the ...
Just talking out loud, as opposed to in my head for a change... If the visa is in your passport, how exactly can the employer cancel it? Read More
Looking to borrow a camera
Bumping this back up, not as an early April Fool's, but because I'm in the situation where I need one for a week or two and I don't particularly want to shell out stupid money to buy one. I've tried searching on Google but not a ... Read More
Random observations by Jim-Minh
There are a number of things that strike me unusual about Vietnam, and I thought I might comment and possibly petition your observations. You don't need a wallet in Vietnam, you need a filing cabinet. Vietnamese LOVE their soccer and remind me ...
Remember that those YouTube numbers are worldwide. My wife watches VN highlights while I watch Premier League games. What blows my mind is how the British can fill stadiums for football teams that don't even represent cities, but neighborhoods ... Read More
Random observations by Jim-Minh
There are a number of things that strike me unusual about Vietnam, and I thought I might comment and possibly petition your observations. You don't need a wallet in Vietnam, you need a filing cabinet. Vietnamese LOVE their soccer and remind me ...
Very weird around that. The national team understandably gets a lot of attention but the domestic league is ridiculously under supported. It was rife with match fixing many moons ago but on the whole its relatively OK now. Average attendance is ... Read More
Iplayer/TV Player on TV via VPN by Bradders2310
Hi, Anyone able to help a technophobe configure how to get BBC I player and TV Player on TV with VPN on a tablet. Had a fire stick and used channel hopper subscription which was a total waste of time as kept failing. Any Brit who has a knowledge of ...
Free trials available at the moment on the IPTV I'm using, tried to place an advert but it wasn't deemed acceptable for the forum - so, if you want a free 24 hr trial of an IPTV service which has TV channels, movies, series etc etc, shoot me ... Read More
Streaming video in Vietnam without vpn ok? by sixxof9
I am moving to Da Nang in 3 months to retire and we watch virtually everything through streaming on tv. Some authorized and maybe some questionable, atleast in the US. Is the internet good enough to stream with an out of country vpn, or if I ...
My IPTV works fine, through WiFi it can be questionable at times, but with a wired connection it's flawless. I don't use a VPN and am yet to be taken away so you'll be fine. Read More
Formula 1 by Arno du Preez
Hi All I hope you are all well. Please advise the best way to watch F1 in Vietnam. It seems like F1 TV is not available in Vietnam. I would hate to miss what's building up to be one of the more exiting seasons of F1. All the best.
Phattys Sports Bar always has F1 on. The qualifying, the actual races and everything else. Read More
Iplayer/TV Player on TV via VPN by Bradders2310
Hi, Anyone able to help a technophobe configure how to get BBC I player and TV Player on TV with VPN on a tablet. Had a fire stick and used channel hopper subscription which was a total waste of time as kept failing. Any Brit who has a knowledge of ...
I've got a package which costs £25 for the year, get all the UK channels you could want, American channels, so and so forth. Alongside that, there's also seven days worth of catch-up on all the major channels. I run it through an ... Read More
Tourist traps in Vietnam by Jatinder05
Hi All, As with any other country, there are some things which first time travelers need to be aware of. So, could anyone who has been to Vietnam tell about the tourist traps and things to note. Most countries have traps in Money-changing, Taxis, ...
Same as anywhere, just keep your wits about you and you'll be fine. At the airport (SGN), only use Vinasun or Ma Linh (sp) as the taxis will rip you off without a doubt if you don't get one of them. A lot of the designer stuff you can ... Read More
Can a single-entry visa be upgraded to a multi-entry visa?
It can't be upgraded as far as I'm aware, you would need to have a new multi-entry visa, which you're better off doing upon returning from Bangkok rather than doing it within Vietnam, as Sobie suggests. Read More
Lasik in Saigon by Guest2023
Has anyone had their eyes lasered in Saigon, I have narrowed it down to three places after reading reviews. Cao Thang eye hospital. American eye center. Saigon eye hospital. Reviews can be misleading at times, so I'm looking for replies from ...
Also on my list of things to do; from speaking to both the American Eye centre and CT, CT is cheaper. Obviously, you can't put a price on making sure your eyesight is properly corrected, however, it seems like you're paying for the name ... Read More
Cambodian Visa's - Essential Information by rarky
[b][u]Types of Visa[/u][/b] VOA applicants must submit passport, application forms, a recent passport photo, and other documents as determined by the status of stay. (Note: All prices are quoted in US Dollars) [b]1 - T-Type (Tourist) - ...
Coming over in a few weeks, going to get a tourist VOA at the airport (PP) - how long does it actually take from touchdown to get through immigration? I know it will differ depending on when etc, just a ballpark figure? Read More
Visa on arrival photos by mix624
Hey, I will go to Nha Trang soon and use a so called VISA on arrival. They ask for 2 photos sized 4X6 cm. When I visited my local photographer he tells me that 4X6cm isnt standardized passport size. He also shows me the boxes for the photos on my ...
4x6 is the standardised visa size photo, not the passport size, there's a slight difference Read More
1 year/6 month business visa suspended by zeubie
Hi there, I searched the forum and could not find an answer to my question. I am planning to come to Vietnam in November and would like to obtain a 1 year business visa for non-USA citizens (I am Canadian). I have spoken to 2 different online ...
Not to be argumentative, but you are listed on your profile as a British citizen. As you know, rules are unique for each country. Also, it's difficult to see where you found the info in this thread that inspired your post.From the general ... Read More
1 year/6 month business visa suspended by zeubie
Hi there, I searched the forum and could not find an answer to my question. I am planning to come to Vietnam in November and would like to obtain a 1 year business visa for non-USA citizens (I am Canadian). I have spoken to 2 different online ...
What's going on then? From what I can see above only three-month business extensions or below are available? Read More
REDFLAG? : Viet Girlfriend wants to move in my apartment by basoon123
So ive been dating a vietnamese girl in hcmc for about a month and relatively new to the social norms here Vietnam. I am aware of the many horror stories here from foreign men dating Vietnamese women so i was wondering if this is a relatively ...
:D Might put an add on Craigslist - Vietnamese female who is an orphan required. Read More
Overcharging - I have had it! by KruChris
Yesterday, on a red and yellow bus, the conductor was adamant to [i]overcharge[/i] me. That 2 km inner city trip cost [b]14,000 d[/b] instead of 7,000 d. At a CAM DO bread restaurant, I was overcharged, too. After having been there 50+ times, I was ...
I've found that that's normally to do with the change they can give you more than anything else. Read More
New mobile prefixes by 1312j
[img]https://image.ibb.co/dhN1ue/image_from_ios.png[/img] Is there any particular reason they're doing this or are they just making life difficult?
Yeah both the eleven digit and ten digit number both work at the moment - believe that will be the case for roughly another month or so Read More
Google Pay
Credit and debit cards are definitely accepted in those two places Read More
Western hairdresser in HCMC
Not western but these guys are mustard... https://www.brotherssaigon.vn/ Read More
New mobile prefixes
https://image.ibb.co/dhN1ue/image_from_ios.png Is there any particular reason they're doing this or are they just making life difficult? Read More
Visa query by Andybris
I'm sure you have heard the question a million times, I'm an Australian who has met my dream girl and wants to move to Ho Chi Minh permanently. Anyone still reading? well my questions are: if i get a 6 month multiple entry tourist visa how ...
Get a business visa and renew everytime it expires. There are companies that collect and deliver your passport to your door so it's no hassle. Failing that, get a work permit Read More
Banking questions / moving to VN for long term / by schleger
Hello, I have several questions embedded here and hope someone can off some advice: I am a 58 year old teacher moving to either Hanoi or Yen Bai area. I will most likely marry and stay for many many years. If I wanted to I could draw my USA ...
Just thought I'd add to this even though the thread has quietened down - Again, just to re-iterate, I don't work for Timo, however, I must be due to some royalties soon. ANYWAY, with a Timo card, you can get 20,000,000 VND in ONE ... Read More
WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO LIVE IN VIETNAM? by Internships Vietnam
Hi guys, I’m a newbie here and I’m curious about why many foreigners decide to work and live in Vietnam for a long time. What is so attractive about Vietnam that leads you to make such a decision. I’m eager to hear about your ...
Toss up between here and Indonesia and the currency being called Dong swung it Read More
Work Permit with driving misdemeanor
I can't see it being an issue. Unless, of course, you were driving a car full of stolen kids. Then that's a different matter. Read More
Issues with Transferwise by def1412
I initiated a transfer from my US bank to Vietcombank using transferwise. After issues with the swift code (bank provided it with a space) and getting that resolved, it took several days and nothing happened. I called transferwise in US and was ...
Transfer to that, you'll have no drama whatsoever. Read More
Opening a Bank account which have logical procedure by Marlan123
Hi guys , I really appreciate if you could guide me on this as well . I read in the internet in many places about banking procedure, some of them don't make any sense , just like to make sure if those information are correct or false 1, is ...
Again, just to reiterate the point I made back in November. If you are a foreigner and get paid in cash, use Timo. You can deposit cash into the accounts without a contract and all the rigmarole that you seem to undertake with other banks. For ... Read More
Average salary for English teacher with no degree by Froyo3652
Hi all, I've got my first interview at an English center in Ho Chi Minh City later this week and I have no idea what is a fair number to start at when negotiating salary. I have essentially zero experience, and no degree, but I have a TEFL ...
I know someone who hasn't got a degree or TEFL and is teaching and they earn c400,000 per hour. So that should be what you're aiming for. Read More
Upgrading to 4G Cellular Data Service with existing phone number
Just go into a Vinaphone store and explain your situation and they'll give you a new sim with the same number. 4G coverage is surprisingly strong. Miles ahead of 3G Read More
World Cup in Saigon
Not too sure about places with many French people, but there'll be a number of venues showing the majority of the games, if not all. Phatty's Sports Bar & Dtwo Sports Bar are the two that immediately spring to mind Read More
Police Residence Registration by GuestPoster0147
Hi everyone We moved into an apartment in a tower building in Binh Chanh a few weeks ago. The landlords are Vietnamese people who just bought this apartment. We are their first renter. That's why we recently asked them if they registered us ...
No loss of salary has been incurred as of yet, however, I do have proof that I have asked several times for it and nothing has been done. Read More
Police Residence Registration by GuestPoster0147
Hi everyone We moved into an apartment in a tower building in Binh Chanh a few weeks ago. The landlords are Vietnamese people who just bought this apartment. We are their first renter. That's why we recently asked them if they registered us ...
Am I right in thinking that registration has to be done each time you get a new visa? My landlord hasn't sorted anything out in three months and it effects our working contracts. Is it suitable grounds for termination of the rental agreement ... Read More
Cheapest air fares to Saigon - London? by Thaiger
My friend gave me a web-dress flight buckets or sth that had uber cheap flights if ur flexible. his family was in airlines and he used to get mega-deals. can't find it now. anyhow, whats the latest on flight to blighty? totally flexible on ...
Cheapest I have seen recently are around the £460 mark Read More
Best Way To Get To Get To Stadium Ba Ria
Cheers for getting back to me, I'm in Binh Thanh by Saigon Pearl Read More
Best Way To Get To Get To Stadium Ba Ria
https://www.google.com/maps/dir/''/ba+ria+vung+tau+stadium/@10.5079935,107.1389119,13z/data=!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x31750cb671b11435:0x9ec4a1178ce8a1c2!2m2!1d107.1739315!2d10.5079954 From HCM. I believe that bikes can't go on certain ... Read More
A website to order things like vitamins, nutritional drinks? by omnitraveller18
I'm only used to how things are in the West (a la amazon.com hehe) But how about in Viet Nam? Which website, small or big, that we can order things like vitamins or dietary/nutritional drinks such as Ensure, that we can use in Viet Nam? I ...
Going back to the OP, I've recently downloaded the NOW.VN app and you can order vitamins and what have you off there. That might be worth a look. Read More
SIM card registration by GuestPoster0147
Tomorrow I'll have to take my wife to a cell phone store to register her SIM card. For those who did not notice this, all owners of a SIM card that was activated before April 24, 2017 must go to the phone providers store no later than April 24, ...
Mine was working fine and has been for a few months now, however, I now get an 'invalid sim' message. I presume that will just be rectified by getting a new sim? Read More
Business Visa for Children?? by kschulz
Hey everyone, I know lots of threads have been posted about visas, etc. But I can't find this particular discussion anywhere on the site. Even though 1-year multi-entry business visas are ridiculously expensive (in my opinion), it might make ...
Wouldn't it make sense to just get long-term tourist visas for your wife and daughter? Read More
Arriving Ho Chi Minh - 11 April, 2018 - Looking to make a friend by MelindaSamways
:) Hi My name is Melinda and I am 42 years old and I am arriving in Ho Chi Minh on April 2018. I would like to make friends with an ex-pat or someone that comes from Ho Chi Minh that could guide me around the area when I arrive or meet me for a ...
Wrong time to come to Vietnam for teaching as the school year finishes in May and while there may be a few summer schools etc, competition will be strong for the positions. Read More
Good health insurance company in Vietnam by avhexpat
Hello everyone. I need to replace my health insurance from back home with one from Vietnam. I need a plan that would cover health service provided in other Asian countries (ie. Singapore, Thailand, etc.). Any good health insurance company that you ...
Undertaking the same process myself at the moment, IMG have been the best I've stumbled across so far. Read More
Another, slightly more complex Yes or No Question
Perfect. Thanks all once more! Read More
Another, slightly more complex Yes or No Question
Aye I've seen that. Just wondering if they need to fill a landing card or owt Read More
Another, slightly more complex Yes or No Question
Got friends coming over in a couple of weeks; they're here for five days before flying to Australia. Do they need to do anything before arriving (UK Passport Holders) or will they be allowed straight through customs as long as they show proof ... Read More
How does Mobifone credit works? by yengullo06
I've been topping up my phone 2 times (100K each time) in less than 2 weeks. I barely use my phone to call or sms. I only use it to surf net. I don't use it for games or watch video. Why my Mobifone credit run out so fast? Does anyone have ...
Best bit of advice I can give you is download Mobifone Next. That tells you everything on a live basis, if you're using 100,000 every two weeks then you're either not using a tariff or a phone addict. Better than being a crack addict, ... Read More
Yes or No answer required
Will any issues be encountered if I fly domestically on a single-entry visa? Read More
English Teacher jobs Vietnam
Also worth noting that public schools break up mid/end of May so your only angle will really be language centres and/or summer schools. With the amount of competition WITH degrees in Vietnam, you'll struggle in the summer. It's easy enough ... Read More
SmartCash
Yeah, no problem at all. I'll give it a go from next month. You won't be able to use it at ATMs because it's a virtual card, not physical. My thinking is, do an inter-bank transfer within Vietnam onto the card and then top-up my ... Read More
Best way / safe way from Nha Trang airport to our hotel by rololo88
Hello everyone, We'll travel from Hong Kong to Nha Trang next month and i would like to know the best way / cheap way to go to our hotel (Amiana Resort and Villas) from Nha Trang Airport. Thank you all for your help.
Yeah the taxis are perfectly safe. Just make sure you get in one with the number on the side of it as opposed to being summoned to one by some knock-off merchant. This has some good info on ... Read More
SmartCash
https://smartcash.vpbank.com.vn/rw/pages/b2c/index.en.do Has anyone used this? It seems a bit too straight forward and just after some feedback if at all possible. If not, I'm guessing I'll be the guinea pig and hope for the best. ... Read More
Where to get a duplicate key for apartment by seemoreglass
Hi all, I want to get a spare key for my apartment but I’m not sure if that’s possible/where one would go to get it. I’m in d12 so if you specifically know anyplace near there, even better. Thanks!!
Cutting Keys Getting keys cut is one of the best deals in Vietnam. We even know tourists who bring keys from home to save a few dollars. Basic keys are VND10,000 to VND35,000 and are done in minutes. Look for the ubiquitous wooden carts with a ... Read More
Sending money out of vietnam by Linmarpat
English teacher wanting to know how you get money out of Vietnam. I was told it isn't a problem, but once I got here I was told I can't send money out to pay my bills back home. Not even through Western Union. Can anyone with unfailing ...
Yeah you should be able to deposit with no drama. To save any questions at all, just use the CDM if they have one Read More
K+ Commentary
Hello, I'm not sure if it's a myth or not, but is there anyway of changing the k+ commentary on the football to English? Got a MyTV box if that makes a difference Read More
Preparing for the possible event of death while in Vietnam? by mojoyote
I would welcome any information or being pointed to a good source information about this. I am thinking of cashing in my life insurance policy as a sort of 'safety net' for myself. I have no dependents at the moment, and I am 53 years old. I ...
How are you planning on cashing in your life insurance policy unless you fake your own death? In fact, if you haven't got any dependants, why have you even got life insurance? Read More
HCMC to Vung Tau Bus by 1312j
Can someone give me the best place to look at times/prices for bus to Vung Tau from HCM leaving next Monday? Looking for something as comfortable as can be as opposed to something that it is going to have 800 people on board. Couldn't find a ...
Maybe the royal party will have to downgrade their estimations. I shall look into the Futa Bus and give you my experience. If it is not up to the high standards of royalty I shall seek that you are beheaded at once. Thanks Read More
HCMC to Vung Tau Bus by 1312j
Can someone give me the best place to look at times/prices for bus to Vung Tau from HCM leaving next Monday? Looking for something as comfortable as can be as opposed to something that it is going to have 800 people on board. Couldn't find a ...
Only one I can see is one where you have to rent the whole bus for that Read More
HCMC to Vung Tau Bus
Can someone give me the best place to look at times/prices for bus to Vung Tau from HCM leaving next Monday? Looking for something as comfortable as can be as opposed to something that it is going to have 800 people on board. Couldn't find a ... Read More
Who can repair a screen of a 10' tablet in HCMC?
Could also do with this as my phone's touch screen isn't responding at all so I'm having to make do with a Mobell phone and it's doing my head in Read More
District for Expats? by VictoriaE
Hi, My boyfriend and I will be moving to Ho Chi Min within the next few weeks, for work. Do you guys have any recommendations on what locations are best for social/expat communities? Thank you kindly, Victoria
https://www.vietnamonline.com/planning/ho-chi-minh-city-accommodation-guide-by-districts.html Read More
District for Expats? by VictoriaE
Hi, My boyfriend and I will be moving to Ho Chi Min within the next few weeks, for work. Do you guys have any recommendations on what locations are best for social/expat communities? Thank you kindly, Victoria
Really depends on where you're going to be working because travelling can be a pain in the arse in the morning. Find that out first (if possible) and then work out where to live Read More
Hotels Now Demand Bills Prepaid at Checkin
Struggling to see the issue here, you're going to pay anyway, so what's the problem? Read More
Does anyone else have complications during the visa check in VN? by Vette Moto
By complications, I mean standing there having the officer either ask many questions and/or have periods of long silence (4-7 minutes) where the officer sits and looks around while holding my passport/visa. Getting through customs is quite similar ...
Wouldn't happen to still have that, would you? Read More
Does anyone else have complications during the visa check in VN? by Vette Moto
By complications, I mean standing there having the officer either ask many questions and/or have periods of long silence (4-7 minutes) where the officer sits and looks around while holding my passport/visa. Getting through customs is quite similar ...
Yeah they didn't take too kindly when I tried to convince them I was mi6 and that was the reason I was in the diplomats queue Read More
Buy or rent motorbike? by sanooku
I'm planning to stay in Vung Tau for about 6 months. Is it best to buy or rent a motorbike? I've seen some blog posts saying we can easily buy a good bike for around 200-300 USD. Is this realistic? Also, because there is the hassle of ...
I'll be gobsmacked if you can buy one that cheap. Then again, Vietnam is full of surprises. If you've got the money to buy it, you may as well and then sell it back to a shop or something. If not, rent. Bear in mind if you rent as well, ... Read More
Serviced apartments in Binh Thanh by KingJ
Hey all, I'm looking to move apartments in March, and just wondering if anyone out there has any tips where to look or who to contact! Looking for serviced apartments if possible, although not completely necessary. Binh Thanh or not too far ...
Just put an advert in the housing section, you'll have at least three response by the end of the day, they're like leeches Read More
HCM to Vientiane by 1312j
Can anyone point me in the right direction, please? I'm looking to go to Vientiane from HCM and I'm led to believe there's a bus from here to Pakse and then Pakse to Vientiane, but I'm struggling to figure out how to book it. If ...
Yeah that's what I was going off but can't find anywhere that works properly to book them Read More
HCM to Vientiane
Can anyone point me in the right direction, please? I'm looking to go to Vientiane from HCM and I'm led to believe there's a bus from here to Pakse and then Pakse to Vientiane, but I'm struggling to figure out how to book it. If ... Read More
Cheap sport clothes. by Daniel9000
Any recommendations of markets where sell good quality and cheap sport clothes. Dan
Ben Thanh Market is the answer to all your problems Read More
clubbing / lounge / bars in HCM
As in them bringing the bottles to you? Its the norm in quite a few places Read More
Middle name on passport but not VoA letter by Vegetivita
I recently received my letter of approval for a visa on arrival but it doesn't have my middle name on it and my passport does. Before I contact the company I got the VoA from to redo it (and probably charge more money), is it even necessary? ...
Seconded. Had some money transferred to me where my middle names were left off and they refused to process it, bounced it back and then it had to be redone. As has been mentioned, don't give them chance. Read More
Grab verse Uber by Diazo
Having commented on an earlier thread how great I felt Grab taxi service was, I have now changed my mind. On the that thread there had been comments that Uber often would say " due to peak demand the fees will be more'. Well Grab must have ...
That's weird. I think they've been quite the opposite with their discount codes, regularly have 3/4 a week Read More
Banking Questions by cruisemonkey
I just used the search function for the forum but found almost nothing on 'Banking'. Background - I'm a Canadian who's retiring (from China) and moving to Vietnam on January 31. I've arranged for a one-year, multiple entry ...
Never had any issues depositing VND into my account, I just use the cash deposit machine. Wasn't asked for proof of what I do for a living when I signed up, either. I think it probably differs from bank to bank. Read More
Tet in Vung Tau
If I'm going from HCM to Vung Tau over the Tet period, when would be the best time to go? When I say best time to go I mean when it is at it's most quiet, I'm talking a ghost town Casper would be proud of. I'm thinking of going ... Read More
Banking Questions by cruisemonkey
I just used the search function for the forum but found almost nothing on 'Banking'. Background - I'm a Canadian who's retiring (from China) and moving to Vietnam on January 31. I've arranged for a one-year, multiple entry ...
Hi CruiseMonkey, You'll have no problem opening a bank account and you'll be pleasantly surprised how painless it is to do so. Timo are the bank that I used, applied online, went into the 'hangout' on the same day and got given my ... Read More
Binh Duong - English and Coffee
I'll be down for the BTV Cup at the end of the month! I think Vasco da Gama will be playing in it so should be half decent (All null and void if you're not a fan of football I suppose) Read More
The Postal Service in VN by maximus0760
I think that people here do not get much mail through the post. I have lived with my mother in law for one month and I have never seen a postman. I am waiting for some important correspondence from my bank in Europe. How probable is it that it ...
Going to have to ask a stupid question here... What is registered post? Like DPD or UPS? Read More
Planning to moving to Ho Chi Minh in 2018 by jpolo78
Hi all , I was planning to move to Ho Chi Minh early next year to teach English . I'm living in Sydney Australia at present . Previously I have taught English to primary /middle school kids in Korea and have experience but no degree . I've ...
It was on Craigslist; they post teaching roles on there every day pretty much. Plenty to choose from. Read More
Planning to moving to Ho Chi Minh in 2018 by jpolo78
Hi all , I was planning to move to Ho Chi Minh early next year to teach English . I'm living in Sydney Australia at present . Previously I have taught English to primary /middle school kids in Korea and have experience but no degree . I've ...
I had to do a demo class; and $21 ph. No idea how good/bad that is Read More
Anyone having issues with SMS confirmation codes ? by Arnaud
Hey there, I've been down here in Vietnam for 2 years now, and had 3 phone numbers already. Like everyone, from time to time I need to receive a SMS confirmation code for some operations (bank, emails, whatever), and ALWAYS, ALWAYS, at some ...
From what you've said it suggests to me that you're not registering your number with your passport and what have you? That would be why the phone essentially stops working. Read More
Planning to moving to Ho Chi Minh in 2018 by jpolo78
Hi all , I was planning to move to Ho Chi Minh early next year to teach English . I'm living in Sydney Australia at present . Previously I have taught English to primary /middle school kids in Korea and have experience but no degree . I've ...
I applied for a teaching job a few weeks ago just to see how possible it all was. A bit of background: I have no teaching experience, no teaching certificates and no degree. Got offered the job and when I asked about my lack of qualifications they ... Read More
how to open a bank account in Vietnamese by viktoriach
Help me please somebody can explain how to open a bank account in Vietnamese
Use Timo. Sign up online and get bank card same day. Its not a Visa/Mastercard but it can be used in all the shops etc Read More
Can we work in Vietnam on tourist visa ?? by kv.vadera
Hello everyone I am living in Ho chi Minh Dist 1 and have an international passport I want to work but I had a question that will I be able to work in Ho chi Minh with a tourist visa ??
You'll definitely be able to work on a tourist visa, no doubt about that. However, if/when you get caught, you'll end up in a world of trouble so its heavily advised against. Just get the right papers. Read More
River Buses
Is there a list of stops for the new service? I've seen one list but now been told that it won't be stopping at Saigon Pearl? Read More
In search of Real Estate Agent
How about you do some research yourself. Google is your friend.How is he/she going to find the information on a single property in Can Tho on Google? Read More
VinHomes Central Park by Kooler42
Hi, Is there any update on this project. Will move to HCMC at the beginning of the year. I understand that there will be an international school? Thanks Jerry
Anyone got any definitive answer to this? When are the river taxis starting from Vinhomes/Saigon Pearl to D1? Read More
Teaching Jobs
Arguably, one of the easiest fields to get into in Vietnam because they always want more staff. If you look on Craigslist, there are several jobs posted a day looking for teachers, so get applying and fill your boots. I'd only apply if ... Read More