Aidan
@Aidan in HCMC
Canadian expat in Vietnam
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4321
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About me
Canadian, In a relationship
Lives in Kiến Giang
Speaks an absolute blue-streak in English. Arabic (haltingly)
Registration: 23 December 2017
Activity
Medicare questions by Biff2
Does anyone know where we send our filled out form to quit Medicare?Is it perhaps the address I’ve found in the Philippians?could it be faxed there? I’m going to the consulate in HCM, do they offer any assistance?
@ajairon"Medicare", for our American members. Read More
Looking for local consultant to assist with residency by Ajcus1025
I have a family member anticipating to relocate to Amsterdam & surrounding areas. He would like to discuss the various options to relocate and look for employment(including residency requirements). He is in the US and ideally have an initial ...
I have a family member anticipating to relocate to Amsterdam & surrounding areas. He would like to discuss the various options to relocate and look for employment(including residency requirements). He is in the US and ideally have an initial ... Read More
Visas To Enter Vietnam by Aidan in HCMC
***(IMPORTANT! Due to current covid measures, check with Vietnam Immigration Authority to confirm current availability and lengths of validity)***List of the Visas types from Vietnamese Immigration ...
There's something not right about the infographic shown above. Missing is the UK and its 45 day visa free entry.A thorough and UTD list can be found here. (Link, Vietnam-visaDOTcom) Read More
Visas To Enter Vietnam by Aidan in HCMC
***(IMPORTANT! Due to current covid measures, check with Vietnam Immigration Authority to confirm current availability and lengths of validity)***List of the Visas types from Vietnamese Immigration ...
Infographic for visitors looking for information on Visa-Exempt countries.source: myvietnamvisadotcom Read More
Visas To Enter Vietnam by Aidan in HCMC
***(IMPORTANT! Due to current covid measures, check with Vietnam Immigration Authority to confirm current availability and lengths of validity)***List of the Visas types from Vietnamese Immigration ...
@peaceatwood You're welcome. If you will be arriving via air, your airline will (may?) provide you with an NA1 card to complete in-flight. It is a simple customs declaration form, though reports are that this form is no longer used. It is not ... Read More
Visas To Enter Vietnam by Aidan in HCMC
***(IMPORTANT! Due to current covid measures, check with Vietnam Immigration Authority to confirm current availability and lengths of validity)***List of the Visas types from Vietnamese Immigration ...
Hello all, Does anyone know the difference and clarify my question below: VN has visa exemption with many countries mostly west, let's say UK national for example. I have also looked on VN Gov sites, the logic is if no visa is required then those ... Read More
Lets crack a joke in this stress life by Guest6847
Many of us struggle with stress–at work and in our personal life. Like any problem, stress requires a strategic approach to conquer, or at least manage. Stress is real, but we always have a choice–we can let it consume us or we learn to ...
Okay, no joke, but this is pretty damn funny.Go to Google TranslateLeave the search field as "Detect Language"paste these three words...poopen sharten farten Read More
Da nang help ?!?! by Adlad298
Hello im looking to retire in da nang in 10 years from now with my girlfriend i was hoping to get some clarity on how much my monthly outgoings would be for :Mid two bed apartmentUtility bills Food/ eating out Gym Visa was looking to get a rough ...
@lambieallan LOL! Read More
Long term rentals and the law for foreigners by MarkinNam
Hi all, I'm seeing some chatter about the gov not allowing long term apartment leasing / renting, has anyone heard likewise ? If true, is there a way around it legitimate ? My friend suggested I rent with him and his wife. That would be difficult ! ...
@OceanBeach92107 ...You must re-register every time you re-enter the country on a new visa...I believe it's the landlord/property-management who must re-register the foreigner, as the foreigner is not able to do so themselves. Read More
Understanding Vietnamese girls by GuestPoster2698
So on my first trip to Vietnam I met a girl and saw her for a few days. Being the skeptical dude that I am and knowing nothing about Vietnam, the first night that we met I didn't give her my phone number but she and her friend made plans with my ...
@Diazo and dont't mention the property you boght !!!!! - @MarkinNam Mark, you really should select the "Quote" function when replying to posts. Read More
Da nang help ?!?! by Adlad298
Hello im looking to retire in da nang in 10 years from now with my girlfriend i was hoping to get some clarity on how much my monthly outgoings would be for :Mid two bed apartmentUtility bills Food/ eating out Gym Visa was looking to get a rough ...
Hello im looking to retire in da nang in 10 years from now with my girlfriend i was hoping to get some clarity on how much my monthly outgoings would be for : Mid two bed apartment Utility bills Food/ eating out Gym Visa was looking to get a ... Read More
Long term rentals and the law for foreigners by MarkinNam
Hi all, I'm seeing some chatter about the gov not allowing long term apartment leasing / renting, has anyone heard likewise ? If true, is there a way around it legitimate ? My friend suggested I rent with him and his wife. That would be difficult ! ...
@jrharvey I was just about to post the same question. Read More
Long Thanh Airport by Silverado84
Does anyone know when flights are being routed to this new airport? It's going to be a long commute from Long Thanh into HCMC with the traffic congestion and all. Hope they got decent rest stops along the way.
@Aidan in HCMCSurely the driver are limited to so many hours driving? Well probably in the western world. - @SimCityAT There was talk of limiting the length of time drivers here can drive but so far, to the best of my knowledge, it has been just ... Read More
Long Thanh Airport by Silverado84
Does anyone know when flights are being routed to this new airport? It's going to be a long commute from Long Thanh into HCMC with the traffic congestion and all. Hope they got decent rest stops along the way.
@mitsmaak Your statement about rest stops not existing in Viet Nam is incorrect, all long distance buses have rest stops and I've seen many along roads in the Mekong for truck drivers. - @MarkinNam I agree that there are scheduled stops on ... Read More
No gas Motor bikes- what will it mean? by Dannyroc3
If Gas bikes are banned in major cities it would seem there would be a price drop in the second hand bike market.It seems like an unworkable venture but....
Wasn't able to find the article I had referenced, but I did find this in one of our local e-rags. Hanoi's smog puzzle: Vehicle emissions contribute just 15%, officials sayDespite popular belief, vehicle emissions are not the main culprit behind ... Read More