OceanBeach92107
American expat in Vietnam
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About me
American
Lives in Da Nang, Da Nang, Vietnam
Speaks Fluent English & a little bit of Vietnamese, Spanish & German
Registration: 31 January 2018
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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?
This is this the thread: https://www.expat.com/en/forum/asia/vietnam/1012633-required-usa-medicare-payments.html My response starts with the second post in the thread Read More
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?
I'm virtually certain that I have answered this question at length, more than once in this forum, including the proper link for filing as well as the phone number, Since the Social Security administration very often requires a conversation with you ... 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) - @Aidan in ... 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. - @Aidan in HCMCI ... 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... - @Adlad298Ask me again in 2035 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 ! ...
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 ! ... Read More
Visiting Da Nang next April by nelsonalexandre
Hi,I'm visiting Da Nang, Hué and Hoi An next April and really appreciated if someone could give me some hints on locations where I can find other expats living there, to connect and talk about their daily life experiences, how to connect with ...
Hi, I'm visiting Da Nang, Hué and Hoi An next April and really appreciated if someone could give me some hints on locations where I can find other expats living there, to connect and talk about their daily life experiences, how to connect ... Read More
Expat Safety In Mexico
I was surprised to find the Mexico forum virtually inactive, considering the recent uptick in violence in many areas. When I was living in Mexico I knew how to pick the safest areas and also keep my head down, and from my experience getting to know ... Read More
Chúc mừng năm mới ! by Julien
Hi everyone, I wish you and your family happiness, good health, and success in the New Year !take care,Julien
Hi everyone, I wish you and your family happiness, good health, and success in the New Year ! take care, Julien - @JulienThank you very much Julien 🙏 Read More
Money transfer of USD to Wise via VN by It2VN
I was wondering if anyone here has (had) the same problem . As someone who can receive funds from a particular source which pays out only in one currency -US dollars, I need to convert them into euros for transfer to an E.U.-based account. I have a ...
As my account's country field was greyed out for Vietnam, I couldn't change it on the app (though it allowed me to update my residential city address in Italy). Indeed, I had to contact them via the app supplying a recent official document with my ... Read More
Money transfer of USD to Wise via VN by It2VN
I was wondering if anyone here has (had) the same problem . As someone who can receive funds from a particular source which pays out only in one currency -US dollars, I need to convert them into euros for transfer to an E.U.-based account. I have a ...
It's generally known here in Vietnam that you can use Wise to transfer foreign currency into Vietnam, converted into Việt Nam đồng (VNĐ). However, Wise cannot be used to send VNĐ out of Vietnam to any country in the world. ... Read More
Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
This thread is for everything Off-topic..........https://www.askideas.com/media/13/Burning-Whats-Up-Gif-Picture.gif
@OceanBeach92107 @goodolboy nup, he likes them because they have less experience at getting his money, kkkk - @MarkinNamI've got absolutely no clue what you are responding to. Please please please use the quote function Read More
Vietnamese Language School in Cao Lanh by PhuNinhTim
Hey guys/gals, long time member, recently recycled to new username, wondering if anyone knew of Vietnamese Language school in Cao Lanh, Can Tho or maybe Hon Ngu. Decided to move myself 100% to Vietnam and need to dive deep into the language. ...
Best way is to follow the example of Vietnamese children and learn their language the way they do. - @OceanBeach92107 Natural language acquisition is slower but you tend to pick up the grammar better. If you want a teacher, find someone who will ... Read More
Cost of living in Vietnam in 2026 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in Vietnam, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Vietnam or already living ...
(Re: New Đà Nẵng City)As of January 30th, 2026 one main currency exchange rate is 1 USD = ₫25,940 VNĐ (Việt Nam đồng) in slight free fall Cost of Living for locals in their usual neighborhoods is ... Read More
Vietnamese Language School in Cao Lanh by PhuNinhTim
Hey guys/gals, long time member, recently recycled to new username, wondering if anyone knew of Vietnamese Language school in Cao Lanh, Can Tho or maybe Hon Ngu. Decided to move myself 100% to Vietnam and need to dive deep into the language. ...
Hey guys/gals, long time member, recently recycled to new username, wondering if anyone knew of Vietnamese Language school in Cao Lanh, Can Tho or maybe Hon Ngu. Decided to move myself 100% to Vietnam and need to dive deep into the language. ... Read More