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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Accommodation by MarkinNam
Hi, I'm in Sai Gon now and looking around. is there any apps you recommend, preferably in English ? I have Cho Tot but would like more access. District 7 is my preferred but prices are rocketing. My friend is pushing me toward Thu Duc. I am looking ...
One more thought: You can use the Airbnb app to locate places for rent for 28 days or longer (even if the price seems high) and then use the private message function to tell the owner that you'd like to come view the place before renting. Once you ... Read More
Accommodation by MarkinNam
Hi, I'm in Sai Gon now and looking around. is there any apps you recommend, preferably in English ? I have Cho Tot but would like more access. District 7 is my preferred but prices are rocketing. My friend is pushing me toward Thu Duc. I am looking ...
Hi, I'm in Sai Gon now and looking around. is there any apps you recommend, preferably in English ? I have Cho Tot but would like more access. District 7 is my preferred but prices are rocketing. My friend is pushing me toward Thu Duc. I am looking ... Read More
Tax Issues If Deposit VND Cash Into A VN Citizens Bank Acct? by Aidan in HCMC
I want to deposit VND to the account of a Vietnam citizen, but I'm wondering whether a large(-ish) cash amount will result in the account holder being subjected to any sort of tax, and/or scrutiny. Any member with experience in such matters?I'm not ...
@Aidan in HCMC I have sent tens of thousands of USD to my Lady here in Vietnam, and there has never been any 'Taxes' outside the Bank Charges - she always takes it in USD, and converts as needed. I too cringe when I see how much VND this household ... Read More
Traffic law question by It2VN
I am referring to pedestrian crossings (as they are called in the UK); the white stripes across the street or road where pedestrians should be able to have priority over vehicles for safe crossing to the other side, the vehicles giving way or ...
From the lack of answers to my original final question if you ride and/or drive, I might just assume you all follow the 'when in Rome' pathology. - @It2VNI purposely avoided doing anything to magnify the anger and expressions of violent thought in ... Read More
Tax Issues If Deposit VND Cash Into A VN Citizens Bank Acct? by Aidan in HCMC
I want to deposit VND to the account of a Vietnam citizen, but I'm wondering whether a large(-ish) cash amount will result in the account holder being subjected to any sort of tax, and/or scrutiny. Any member with experience in such matters?I'm not ...
@Aidan in HCMC I have sent tens of thousands of USD to my Lady here in Vietnam, and there has never been any 'Taxes' outside the Bank Charges - she always takes it in USD, and converts as needed. I too cringe when I see how much VND this ... Read More
Traffic law question by It2VN
I am referring to pedestrian crossings (as they are called in the UK); the white stripes across the street or road where pedestrians should be able to have priority over vehicles for safe crossing to the other side, the vehicles giving way or ...
1. Crosswalks in Vietnam are for suckers 2. Nobody crosses the street at a 90° angle 3. Always cross the street at a 45° diagonal angle, making constant eye contact with oncoming traffic. Think of yourself as a large rock being moved ... Read More
Traffic law question by It2VN
I am referring to pedestrian crossings (as they are called in the UK); the white stripes across the street or road where pedestrians should be able to have priority over vehicles for safe crossing to the other side, the vehicles giving way or ...
1. Crosswalks in Vietnam are for suckers 2. Nobody crosses the street at a 90° angle 3. Always cross the street at a 45° diagonal angle, making constant eye contact with oncoming traffic. Think of yourself as a large rock being moved ... Read More
Traffic law question by It2VN
I am referring to pedestrian crossings (as they are called in the UK); the white stripes across the street or road where pedestrians should be able to have priority over vehicles for safe crossing to the other side, the vehicles giving way or ...
1. Crosswalks in Vietnam are for suckers2. Nobody crosses the street at a 90° angle 3. Always cross the street at a 45° diagonal angle, making constant eye contact with oncoming traffic. Think of yourself as a large rock being moved upstream ... Read More
How is Cryptocurrency regulated in Vietnam? by danrodri
Hi community. A friend told me about a US/Vietnamese crypto platform offering a staking program that pays 9% per month in US$. I checked and surprisingly, the platform seems legit (says someone who has been in academia for over 10 years now and ...
...Now living off of crypto and its working out. - @danrodriI highly doubt that, unless you are someone who encourages suckers to buy in and profits off of their losses. Nobody's been making any money off of crypto for a while now... 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 ...
@OceanBeach92107 Thanx a lot, figured that, hopefully Vietnam Immigration folks will come to their senses and re-establish a longer visa for us 'retired' folks that are not married to a Vietnamese.......No matter, we plan to be in Thailand at least ... 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 ...
@Aidan @OceanBeach I tried to PM but unable too for some reason. I am currently in An Long Dong Thap on a 90 day multiple entry visa and would like to get an extension before it runs out 12 March. We plan to go back to Thailand on 7 March, and ... Read More
IT Jobs / Companies / Recruiters by relocation2026
Hey everyone! I’m starting to look for job opportunities in Vietnam and could use some recommendations. If you know any companies or recruiters worth reaching out to, I’d love the pointers.Not to bore everyone with too many details on my ...
Hey everyone! I’m starting to look for job opportunities in Vietnam and could use some recommendations. If you know any companies or recruiters worth reaching out to, I’d love the pointers.Not to bore everyone with too many details on my ... Read More
Email address not verified message by MarkinNam
I'm getting this message and each time I try to verify it they are unable to send the code or what ever. Tried messaging Julien but can't even message him ???? an advice ??
I'm getting this message and each time I try to verify it they are unable to send the code or what ever. Tried messaging Julien but can't even message him ???? an advice ?? - @MarkinNamObviously Cheryl has the best advice as admin. In addition, if ... Read More
New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 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 your ...
...I'm a technology consultant and can work remotely... any tips on...any potential companies to reach out to as I'd like to secure a role with a company there before I make the permanent move.... - @relocation2026 You really do need to create a ... Read More
Cebu debut: locations? by It2VN
In March I'm heading to Cebu to see if it could be a place to settle. My idea is to spend a month or two initially in Cebu city or one of its divisions or adjacent cities (Mandaue etc).Staying in a hotel upon arrival then renting an apartment in a ...
In March I'm heading to Cebu to see if it could be a place to settle. My idea is to spend a month or two initially in Cebu city or one of its divisions or adjacent cities (Mandaue etc). Staying in a hotel upon arrival then renting an apartment in a ... Read More