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tranus

Antoine Tran

@tranus

Serial expat

French expat in Vietnam

Forum posts

545

Contacts

41

About me

French

Lives in Ho Chi Minh City

Speaks French, English

Registration: 27 April 2011

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8 years ago

americans living there

Only wanna meet Americans? :) I may introduce you to one of my american friends here in NT if you can tell a little more about you. Read More

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8 years ago
GuestPoster3201

Moving Down to Nha Trang by GuestPoster3201

Hi all, I've been in Hanoi for about 2 years and have had it up to here (imagine me holding my hand above by head) with the place. Just awful. Anyhow, I have heard from numerous people that Nha Trang is lovely and offers much better lifestyle ...

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Internet optic fiber was also my concern. Most of the building have it. Go with Viettel I think. Read More

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9 years ago

Salary calculation in Singapore

Thanks guys. That makes things clearer to me. Read More

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tranus replied to a thread
9 years ago

Salary calculation in Singapore

Hello, Sometimes in a job board, they mention about the salary. For example it's written $5000. I assume it's Singaporean dollar? How much would be the net salary? And how much a company really pays when it $5000? Thanks in advance. Read More

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9 years ago

Head hunter specialized in IT

Thank you Surya, very appreciated :) Read More

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9 years ago

Head hunter specialized in IT

Hi there, Can someone recommend a head hunter specialized in IT? I may have few questions to ask him. Thanks. Read More

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9 years ago
villanova

Singaporeans and Setting up 100% owned Foreign Businesses by villanova

Hey guys, I'm a Singaporean moving to HCMC early 2017 to set up a foreign owned business. Been in talks with several consultants and man does it look like it is going to be a rough ride to set up a foreign owned business in HCMC. Anyway, any ...

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It took me 5 months to set up a 100% foreign investor business. It could have been done in 3 months I think. Just one thing to know: if you work with non-local lawyers, it's more expensive and they will just work with local lawyers haha. You can ... Read More

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9 years ago
Dennis Choi

Find new friends in Ho Chi Minh by Dennis Choi

Hi all I'm Dennis. I came from Busan and I've worked here for about 3 month. So I don't know much about Vietnam. Is there any place to meet foreign friends who can speak English or Japanese in Ho Chi Minh?? If you know that place or ...

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Well be careful with Pham Ngu Lao and Bui Vien... lots of drugs and hookers there... that is not the real Vietnam. Read More

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9 years ago
tranus

Investing in real estate or having interest-bearing account? by tranus

Hi there, What would be better/safer: investing in real estate in HCMC or having an interest-bearing account in a Vietnamese bank (that can also be foreign bank in Vietnam)? I've been told in Vietnam interest-bearing account can be 8%? What ...

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Yeah thanks but i've almost already moved on. Read More

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9 years ago
tranus

Investing in real estate or having interest-bearing account? by tranus

Hi there, What would be better/safer: investing in real estate in HCMC or having an interest-bearing account in a Vietnamese bank (that can also be foreign bank in Vietnam)? I've been told in Vietnam interest-bearing account can be 8%? What ...

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Yep I work with a lawyer and I will also deal directly with the developer. Read More

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9 years ago
tranus

Investing in real estate or having interest-bearing account? by tranus

Hi there, What would be better/safer: investing in real estate in HCMC or having an interest-bearing account in a Vietnamese bank (that can also be foreign bank in Vietnam)? I've been told in Vietnam interest-bearing account can be 8%? What ...

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Yep, I think real estate is a nice and safe option... even if small crisis might arise in 1 or 2 years. Read More

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9 years ago
tranus

Condotel in Vietnam by tranus

Hi foreigners and locals, what do you think about investing in condotel in Vietnam? Actually that would be more a question for locals but my Vietnamese skills are so bad haha. I heard about a new project in Vin Pearl Phu Quoc but last time I've ...

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Yeah difficult for foreigners to own land or house. I'm thinking more and more about apartment. I got plenty of offers. Now I need to make the right choice. Read More

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9 years ago
tranus

Condotel in Vietnam by tranus

Hi foreigners and locals, what do you think about investing in condotel in Vietnam? Actually that would be more a question for locals but my Vietnamese skills are so bad haha. I heard about a new project in Vin Pearl Phu Quoc but last time I've ...

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Yep, I see... Thanks, I really appreciate your contribution :) Read More

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9 years ago
tranus

Condotel in Vietnam by tranus

Hi foreigners and locals, what do you think about investing in condotel in Vietnam? Actually that would be more a question for locals but my Vietnamese skills are so bad haha. I heard about a new project in Vin Pearl Phu Quoc but last time I've ...

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Yeah I also think it's risky investment... making at least 10%... so why don't the developers do it for themselves? But as it's new, I was thinking the developers could inject a lot of money to make it work and reassure the investors. I ... Read More

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9 years ago
tranus

Condotel in Vietnam by tranus

Hi foreigners and locals, what do you think about investing in condotel in Vietnam? Actually that would be more a question for locals but my Vietnamese skills are so bad haha. I heard about a new project in Vin Pearl Phu Quoc but last time I've ...

tranus

Hello Colinoscapee, That is what you wrote: "Condo-hotels are a bad investment, they promise the earth and give you very low returns, read below. Additionally, there are tons of financial risks with condo-hotel investments. First, there are ... Read More

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9 years ago

Condotel in Vietnam

Hi foreigners and locals, what do you think about investing in condotel in Vietnam? Actually that would be more a question for locals but my Vietnamese skills are so bad haha. I heard about a new project in Vin Pearl Phu Quoc but last time I've ... Read More

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9 years ago
tranus

Investing in real estate or having interest-bearing account? by tranus

Hi there, What would be better/safer: investing in real estate in HCMC or having an interest-bearing account in a Vietnamese bank (that can also be foreign bank in Vietnam)? I've been told in Vietnam interest-bearing account can be 8%? What ...

tranus

Thanks buddy :) Yeah I plan to buy a property but not the cheapest one otherwise I might struggle finding tenants and resell it then. Read More

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9 years ago
tranus

Investing in real estate or having interest-bearing account? by tranus

Hi there, What would be better/safer: investing in real estate in HCMC or having an interest-bearing account in a Vietnamese bank (that can also be foreign bank in Vietnam)? I've been told in Vietnam interest-bearing account can be 8%? What ...

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Thanks again. I very appreciate this advise. I just wanted to know more about this type of investment. Read More

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9 years ago
tranus

Investing in real estate or having interest-bearing account? by tranus

Hi there, What would be better/safer: investing in real estate in HCMC or having an interest-bearing account in a Vietnamese bank (that can also be foreign bank in Vietnam)? I've been told in Vietnam interest-bearing account can be 8%? What ...

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Thanks so much for this reminder. I forgot the rule n1 in Vietnam: always ask many people to get a proper answer... I will ask another one... Read More

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9 years ago
tranus

Investing in real estate or having interest-bearing account? by tranus

Hi there, What would be better/safer: investing in real estate in HCMC or having an interest-bearing account in a Vietnamese bank (that can also be foreign bank in Vietnam)? I've been told in Vietnam interest-bearing account can be 8%? What ...

tranus

I've just been to HSBC, they told me 3.9%. The 8% I heard was from Eximbank. Anyway, I plan to invest in real estate but i'm just afraid it might burst soon. Read More

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9 years ago
tranus

Investing in real estate or having interest-bearing account? by tranus

Hi there, What would be better/safer: investing in real estate in HCMC or having an interest-bearing account in a Vietnamese bank (that can also be foreign bank in Vietnam)? I've been told in Vietnam interest-bearing account can be 8%? What ...

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But is it 8% interest? Why so high? I've never seen such a high rate in Europe... Read More

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9 years ago

Investing in real estate or having interest-bearing account?

Hi there, What would be better/safer: investing in real estate in HCMC or having an interest-bearing account in a Vietnamese bank (that can also be foreign bank in Vietnam)? I've been told in Vietnam interest-bearing account can be 8%? What ... Read More

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9 years ago
jb00266

Salary expectations by jb00266

My partner and I are looking to move to Ho Chi Minh. Does anyone know the job market in HCM in regards to advertising and marketing? Are they generally well paid jobs and what would the average salary be for say a business director? Many thanks

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Best way to ensure a good salary in your field (advertising and marketing) is to remotely work with your own clients. Here in Vietnam, you might expect between 1500 and 3000 usd gross as a director I think. Read More

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9 years ago
MegaMettle

Can foreigners register a business in Vietnam by MegaMettle

Hi everyone I am foreigner and had married a Vietnamese woman. I had built a business under her name as the Vietnam Law at that time do not allow foreigners to register a business. My wife is now filing for a divorce through the court here and ...

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Yes you can, I did it 1.5 years ago. It's a 100% foreign investor LLC (limited liability company). Depending on your business field, you'll have to inject a certain amount of capital. From what I heard, between 5000 usd and 100 000 usd. I ... Read More

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9 years ago
Andrewmylett

Hey guys, anyone can recommend a good gym? by Andrewmylett

Hey everyone, I am moving to HCMC this October to start working and will be completely new to Vietnam. My company is putting me up in a hotel for a few weeks then looking for a place to live, meet new people etc. Really into my training and ...

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haha same for me... don't worry, if you're not picky, you'll find old school gym everywhere :) For very basic gym, it's around 150 000 VND a month. For a good one with lots of machine, around 400 000 VND. Then you have fancy ones, ... Read More

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9 years ago

Looking for Vietnamese speaking club near Thi Nghe

I just need basic vietnamese for everyday life. So far I can speak a little bit and I just want to improve a little bit more again :) But I know I will give up after 2 or 3 months haha Read More

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tranus replied to a thread
9 years ago

Looking for Vietnamese speaking club near Thi Nghe

Hi there, I live in Vietnam for 5 years already. I used to learn vietnamese a little bit but I stopped each time because too busy at work. Do you know any vietnamese speaking club near Thi Nghe (Binh Thanh)? Thanks. Read More

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9 years ago

Looking for expat friend in HCM for hang out and improve English

Hi Luan, let's see if we can make a group of 5 to 10 people and hang out someday. Friendly "nhau" would be nice for example :) Or having a drink somewhere. Read More

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10 years ago
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Meet new people by tranus

Hi, anyone up for a drink or "nhau" this week at evening? I'm in Vietnam for 5 years but maybe spent too much time at work these last 2 years... time to hang out and meet new people. Let's discuss in this thread if ...

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Sorry all for my very late reply... just forgot to follow up my own thread :( Ngan Khanh, that was really nice last sunday and this sunday i'm going to make it again. By the way, I remember you when you gave me advises about how to set up a ... Read More

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10 years ago
tranus

Meet new people by tranus

Hi, anyone up for a drink or "nhau" this week at evening? I'm in Vietnam for 5 years but maybe spent too much time at work these last 2 years... time to hang out and meet new people. Let's discuss in this thread if ...

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Tonight I'll go with a friend to this https://www.expat.com/en/events/asia/vietnam/4-nightlife/1342-social-sunday-meetup.html Ok we are 3 so far. Let's wait for more people then we'll decide what where and when :) Read More

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10 years ago
tranus

Meet new people by tranus

Hi, anyone up for a drink or "nhau" this week at evening? I'm in Vietnam for 5 years but maybe spent too much time at work these last 2 years... time to hang out and meet new people. Let's discuss in this thread if ...

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haha not sure we met... didn't hang out much... let's talk in this thread so other people can join :) Read More

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10 years ago

Meet new people

Hi, anyone up for a drink or "nhau" this week at evening? I'm in Vietnam for 5 years but maybe spent too much time at work these last 2 years... time to hang out and meet new people. Let's discuss in this thread if ... Read More

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11 years ago
I do believe

Why don't Vietnamese understand Vietnamese spoken by a foreigner? by I do believe

Having lived in Vietnam for 6 years and studied Vietnamese at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities it never ceases to amaze me that if I speak and pronounce a Vietnamese phrase perfectly to most Vietnamese, they don't understand me. ...

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Ok I made a mistake because I didn't how to spell it but I know a little bit how to pronounce it. Luckily some people can understand. Vietnamese language is not a forgiving language. Just a small mistake and the guy is lost (with his native ... Read More

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11 years ago
I do believe

Why don't Vietnamese understand Vietnamese spoken by a foreigner? by I do believe

Having lived in Vietnam for 6 years and studied Vietnamese at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities it never ceases to amaze me that if I speak and pronounce a Vietnamese phrase perfectly to most Vietnamese, they don't understand me. ...

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Sorry if I wasn't clear enough: I love Vietnam!! And most of the vietnamese people are friendly like most of the people in the world. And by the way, I'm half Vietnamese... I just explained how hard it was to communicate with locals. ... Read More

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11 years ago
I do believe

Why don't Vietnamese understand Vietnamese spoken by a foreigner? by I do believe

Having lived in Vietnam for 6 years and studied Vietnamese at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities it never ceases to amaze me that if I speak and pronounce a Vietnamese phrase perfectly to most Vietnamese, they don't understand me. ...

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This topic is funny and amazing... we all come from all over the world and we all encounter the same issues with Vietnamese... there is Vietnam and the rest of the world. It sometimes seems we're talking about animal and trying to figure out how ... Read More

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11 years ago

Open a bank account in HK

Hello, Sorry for my late reply. When have they opened their accounts? Because before it was much easier... Read More

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11 years ago

Open a bank account in HK

Thanks. If this address is not in HK, do you think it will work out? Read More

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11 years ago

Open a bank account in HK

Hi guys, Sorry in advance if there's already a thread for that. I did search but didn't see it... I'd like to know the requirements to open a bank account in HK if we don't live there? Actually I'm a French living in ... Read More

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11 years ago
gg1965

setting up Vietnam office of foreign company? by gg1965

Hi all, I understand that setting up a new company in Vietnam is a complicated process - but does anyone know of, or have experience in setting up a Vietnam (local) office of an existing foreign company? What is involved? Thanks g

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Thank you but I know a bit TMA and our business is too small to keep their attention. I already have a potential partner for that. Read More

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11 years ago
gg1965

setting up Vietnam office of foreign company? by gg1965

Hi all, I understand that setting up a new company in Vietnam is a complicated process - but does anyone know of, or have experience in setting up a Vietnam (local) office of an existing foreign company? What is involved? Thanks g

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Then my question: is it possible to open a rep office and make IT project management with a local company. I know it was possible before but things easily change in Vietnam... Read More

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11 years ago
gg1965

setting up Vietnam office of foreign company? by gg1965

Hi all, I understand that setting up a new company in Vietnam is a complicated process - but does anyone know of, or have experience in setting up a Vietnam (local) office of an existing foreign company? What is involved? Thanks g

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We thought about LLC wholly foreign owned and partly foreign owned. First one, you have to bring immediately 40000 usd. Second one, you have to bring 40000 usd withing 36 months. Then we thought about 100% vietnamese company but my partner ... Read More

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11 years ago
gg1965

setting up Vietnam office of foreign company? by gg1965

Hi all, I understand that setting up a new company in Vietnam is a complicated process - but does anyone know of, or have experience in setting up a Vietnam (local) office of an existing foreign company? What is involved? Thanks g

tranus

Can you tell me if the following case is allowed: I'd like to set up a rep office in Vietnam. The company based in London is working on software testing. The idea is to hire a project manager who will also be the chief rep office. Then work with ... Read More

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11 years ago
gg1965

setting up Vietnam office of foreign company? by gg1965

Hi all, I understand that setting up a new company in Vietnam is a complicated process - but does anyone know of, or have experience in setting up a Vietnam (local) office of an existing foreign company? What is involved? Thanks g

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Hi Ngan, I've PMed you. Read More

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11 years ago
gg1965

setting up Vietnam office of foreign company? by gg1965

Hi all, I understand that setting up a new company in Vietnam is a complicated process - but does anyone know of, or have experience in setting up a Vietnam (local) office of an existing foreign company? What is involved? Thanks g

tranus

That's pretty funny to see this thread... I was about to post the same!! Today I've received a green light from my client to set up a rep office in Vietnam. Now I'm getting info about that. Tons of info can be found on internet. Then you ... Read More

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11 years ago
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Best way to go in Koh Samui from Bangkok by tranus

Hi all, I'm currently living in Vietnam and I'd like to spend 3 days in Thailand. I will arrive in Bangkok on 18th February and I'd like to head to Koh Samui. What is the best way to go there? Can we go there by bus then boat? If yes, ...

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Thanks mate, I really appreciate. Have a good day ;) Read More

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11 years ago

Best way to go in Koh Samui from Bangkok

Hi all, I'm currently living in Vietnam and I'd like to spend 3 days in Thailand. I will arrive in Bangkok on 18th February and I'd like to head to Koh Samui. What is the best way to go there? Can we go there by bus then boat? If yes, ... Read More

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11 years ago
I do believe

Why don't Vietnamese understand Vietnamese spoken by a foreigner? by I do believe

Having lived in Vietnam for 6 years and studied Vietnamese at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities it never ceases to amaze me that if I speak and pronounce a Vietnamese phrase perfectly to most Vietnamese, they don't understand me. ...

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hehe yesterday I asked a girl who could speak a bit English "em bao nhe tuoi?" (not sure the right spelling) and she didn't understand. She stared at me with big eyes wondering "what the f*** is he telling me?". Of course I ... Read More

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12 years ago
tomkat70

English Club Meeting Today by tomkat70

If anyone interested, we have an English club meeting today at 5:00 pm at ione coffe - 39 Pham Ngoc Thach , district 3. It's a great way to learn speaking English and making friends. I hope to see lots of people there today! Tom

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Ok but I left at 5.30pm and I'm sure nobody was there at that time... I just saw one guy, maybe 40 years old, drinking a coconut water... Read More

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12 years ago
tomkat70

English Club Meeting Today by tomkat70

If anyone interested, we have an English club meeting today at 5:00 pm at ione coffe - 39 Pham Ngoc Thach , district 3. It's a great way to learn speaking English and making friends. I hope to see lots of people there today! Tom

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Hi Tom, I've been in the coffee today but couldn't see any groups... Read More

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12 years ago
tomkat70

English Club Meeting Today by tomkat70

If anyone interested, we have an English club meeting today at 5:00 pm at ione coffe - 39 Pham Ngoc Thach , district 3. It's a great way to learn speaking English and making friends. I hope to see lots of people there today! Tom

tranus

Well, my English is not perfect but I'd like to meet Vietnamese people who can speak English. I'll try to attend your meeting. Read More

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12 years ago
I do believe

Why don't Vietnamese understand Vietnamese spoken by a foreigner? by I do believe

Having lived in Vietnam for 6 years and studied Vietnamese at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities it never ceases to amaze me that if I speak and pronounce a Vietnamese phrase perfectly to most Vietnamese, they don't understand me. ...

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But yeah, no offense to the Vietnamese. It's just funny. I simply chose to give up with this language and only stay with people who can speak English. We can easily live in this country if we don't speak the local language. Actually better no to try ... Read More

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12 years ago
I do believe

Why don't Vietnamese understand Vietnamese spoken by a foreigner? by I do believe

Having lived in Vietnam for 6 years and studied Vietnamese at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities it never ceases to amaze me that if I speak and pronounce a Vietnamese phrase perfectly to most Vietnamese, they don't understand me. ...

tranus

By the way, I have a cat at home and I really feel more comfortable talking with her. When I say "meowwww meowww meoowwwwww" to my cat, she looks at me and immediately replies "meowwww". Seems we speak the same language, no misunderstandings. But ... Read More

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tranus replied to a thread
12 years ago
I do believe

Why don't Vietnamese understand Vietnamese spoken by a foreigner? by I do believe

Having lived in Vietnam for 6 years and studied Vietnamese at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities it never ceases to amaze me that if I speak and pronounce a Vietnamese phrase perfectly to most Vietnamese, they don't understand me. ...

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lol the rest of the world wonder why Vietnamese can't understand their own language... that will be an unsolved mystery... Read More

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12 years ago
tranus

Alone for Tet? Wanna hang out in HCM? by tranus

Hi guys, Alone for Tet in HCM? Nothing to do? All your friends left? New comers in HCM? Or just want to meet new people? How about hanging out and have a drink somewhere? Let's try to make a group of at least 3-4 peeps and hang out whenever you ...

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Where would you like to hang out and what time? I have some plans tonight but maybe I can come around after for a couple of beers... Read More

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12 years ago
I do believe

Why don't Vietnamese understand Vietnamese spoken by a foreigner? by I do believe

Having lived in Vietnam for 6 years and studied Vietnamese at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities it never ceases to amaze me that if I speak and pronounce a Vietnamese phrase perfectly to most Vietnamese, they don't understand me. ...

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ChrisFox and theKat, I totally agree with you. Tons are very important in this language. But when you make Banh Mi for more than 30 years and all day long customers order Banh Mi, maybe you can expect a stupid westerner asking that as well? Maybe if ... Read More

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12 years ago
I do believe

Why don't Vietnamese understand Vietnamese spoken by a foreigner? by I do believe

Having lived in Vietnam for 6 years and studied Vietnamese at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities it never ceases to amaze me that if I speak and pronounce a Vietnamese phrase perfectly to most Vietnamese, they don't understand me. ...

tranus

hahaha I was just reading through... good to hear I'm not the only one to experience those freaky moments. Last time a guy asked me in Vietnam how old I was. I easily understood his question and replied to him in Vietnamese "hai muoi tam" (28). But ... Read More

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12 years ago
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Alone for Tet? Wanna hang out in HCM? by tranus

Hi guys, Alone for Tet in HCM? Nothing to do? All your friends left? New comers in HCM? Or just want to meet new people? How about hanging out and have a drink somewhere? Let's try to make a group of at least 3-4 peeps and hang out whenever you ...

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Hi Alexander, let's meet at 7.30pm for a beer at 71 Bui Vien street, then we'll find a place to eat. Read More

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12 years ago
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Alone for Tet? Wanna hang out in HCM? by tranus

Hi guys, Alone for Tet in HCM? Nothing to do? All your friends left? New comers in HCM? Or just want to meet new people? How about hanging out and have a drink somewhere? Let's try to make a group of at least 3-4 peeps and hang out whenever you ...

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Hey guys, I'll be at 71 Bui Vien street at 7.30pm for a beer, then we'll choose a restaurant. I'll be there with 2 friends, feel free to join us. My phone number 0927077821. Read More

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12 years ago
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Alone for Tet? Wanna hang out in HCM? by tranus

Hi guys, Alone for Tet in HCM? Nothing to do? All your friends left? New comers in HCM? Or just want to meet new people? How about hanging out and have a drink somewhere? Let's try to make a group of at least 3-4 peeps and hang out whenever you ...

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I'm going to Buon Ma Thuot this Sunday night so I'm available until then. Read More

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12 years ago
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Alone for Tet? Wanna hang out in HCM? by tranus

Hi guys, Alone for Tet in HCM? Nothing to do? All your friends left? New comers in HCM? Or just want to meet new people? How about hanging out and have a drink somewhere? Let's try to make a group of at least 3-4 peeps and hang out whenever you ...

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Also a bit of body building but my gym club is closed during Tet. If you know another place, let me know :) Read More

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12 years ago
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Alone for Tet? Wanna hang out in HCM? by tranus

Hi guys, Alone for Tet in HCM? Nothing to do? All your friends left? New comers in HCM? Or just want to meet new people? How about hanging out and have a drink somewhere? Let's try to make a group of at least 3-4 peeps and hang out whenever you ...

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Cool, I'm also from Binh Thanh. What kind of sport do you like by the way? Read More

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12 years ago

Alone for Tet? Wanna hang out in HCM?

Hi guys, Alone for Tet in HCM? Nothing to do? All your friends left? New comers in HCM? Or just want to meet new people? How about hanging out and have a drink somewhere? Let's try to make a group of at least 3-4 peeps and hang out whenever you ... Read More

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12 years ago
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Bringing second-hand laptop from the US to Vietnam by tranus

Hello All, How would I bring 5+ laptop from the US to HCM? I'd like to bring to upgrade some of my staff's laptops. Can I bring as many as I want, and just pay tax on them at customs at the airport at worst case? If so, what is the % tax? Having no ...

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How about 30 000 VND Coopmart's voucher? Happy new year mate, take that and offer cookies to your team!! :P Read More

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12 years ago
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Bringing second-hand laptop from the US to Vietnam by tranus

Hello All, How would I bring 5+ laptop from the US to HCM? I'd like to bring to upgrade some of my staff's laptops. Can I bring as many as I want, and just pay tax on them at customs at the airport at worst case? If so, what is the % tax? Having no ...

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hehe thanks. Someone told me it was illegal for second-hand laptops but it seems rules have changed. Ok option 2 sounds good but instead of money I'll give some cookies to him... :dumbom: Read More

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12 years ago
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Bringing second-hand laptop from the US to Vietnam by tranus

Hello All, How would I bring 5+ laptop from the US to HCM? I'd like to bring to upgrade some of my staff's laptops. Can I bring as many as I want, and just pay tax on them at customs at the airport at worst case? If so, what is the % tax? Having no ...

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Oh ok thanks. It would be nice to know the tax fees to know if it's worth to do it... Read More

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12 years ago

Bringing second-hand laptop from the US to Vietnam

Hello All, How would I bring 5+ laptop from the US to HCM? I'd like to bring to upgrade some of my staff's laptops. Can I bring as many as I want, and just pay tax on them at customs at the airport at worst case? If so, what is the % tax? Having no ... Read More

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13 years ago
hmd63

Start a Business in HCMC by hmd63

Guys, I am thinking to move to HCMC and start a very , yes, very small business. My main Question is:... ** How to start a Business, how is the process ** how to get the work permit, id i need one? Thank you and your replies are highly appreciated

tranus

By the way HMD63, the main advice I could give you is to be very careful with Vietnamese partners. They are not as trustworthy as the other Asians, especially in business. I've heard a lot of westerners keeping very bad memories of business with ... Read More

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13 years ago
hmd63

Start a Business in HCMC by hmd63

Guys, I am thinking to move to HCMC and start a very , yes, very small business. My main Question is:... ** How to start a Business, how is the process ** how to get the work permit, id i need one? Thank you and your replies are highly appreciated

tranus

What's the purpose of this thread if you write in private? Read More

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13 years ago

Looking for a gym partner

Ohh perfect!! Yes 300 000 VND and everything you need there. It's probably not as clean as the one in the manor but it's still fine. The good thing is that it's open everyday (even on tet holidays) from 5am to 10pm. You can have a look whenever ... Read More

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13 years ago

Looking for a gym partner

Hey guys, I'm looking for a gym partner. My gym club is located in Nguyen Huu Canh ... Read More

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14 years ago
tranus

Looking for an housemate by tranus

Hi all, We are looking for an housemate. Here is the advertisement vietnam.craigslist.org/roo/2966777177.html Please drop me an email or reply directly to the ad. You can also ask me all the question you want about this house share.

tranus

Yes. Do you know someone who can speak vietnamese in this country? Read More

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14 years ago
tranus

Looking for an housemate by tranus

Hi all, We are looking for an housemate. Here is the advertisement vietnam.craigslist.org/roo/2966777177.html Please drop me an email or reply directly to the ad. You can also ask me all the question you want about this house share.

tranus

lol I said housemate, not maid ;) Read More

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14 years ago

Looking for an housemate

Hi all, We are looking for an housemate. Here is the advertisement vietnam.craigslist.org/roo/2966777177.html Please drop me an email or reply directly to the ad. You can also ask me all the question you want about this house share. Read More

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14 years ago
Mr saigon

looking to meet new friends in HCMC by Mr saigon

Hi everyone, I fairly new to the city and havent made that many friends outside my workplace, lucikly the people at my wok are all very cool. Im into travel, trying new things and getting out of HCMC and exploring the country. Im a 24 year old ...

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Actually i'm looking for many different teacher, not only one because Vn is so difficult for foreigner and the teacher will need to repeat and repeat again. That's why it would be convenient if i have many other teachers :) Read More

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14 years ago
Mr saigon

looking to meet new friends in HCMC by Mr saigon

Hi everyone, I fairly new to the city and havent made that many friends outside my workplace, lucikly the people at my wok are all very cool. Im into travel, trying new things and getting out of HCMC and exploring the country. Im a 24 year old ...

tranus

Hi everyone, I live in HCMC since 3 months and I still don't know how to speak Vietnamese. It's such a drawback in my everyday life!! So I would like to exchange French/English lessons against basics Vietnamese lessons. I would like to learn the ... Read More

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15 years ago
st8

New to Ho Chi Minh City by st8

Hello everyone! I'm Steven and i'm moving to Ho Chi Minh city next month for a few months. I love learning about new cultures so this will be a very exciting experience for me. I'd appreciate any advice about living in Ho Chi Minh City. Thanks!

tranus

The real vietnamese food is where there is no tourist :) In the working-class area for example. Read More

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15 years ago
st8

New to Ho Chi Minh City by st8

Hello everyone! I'm Steven and i'm moving to Ho Chi Minh city next month for a few months. I love learning about new cultures so this will be a very exciting experience for me. I'd appreciate any advice about living in Ho Chi Minh City. Thanks!

tranus

Hello Steven, I'm a foreigner like you, i come from france. You shouldn't be afraid of street food. It's the real vietnamese food, not food for tourist. Trust me, i had never been sick during my trip. Concerning price, in a tourist restaurant, Pho ... Read More

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15 years ago