AndyHCMC
Australian expat in Vietnam
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Australian
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Speaks English
Registration: 29 February 2020
Why I Haven't Visited Da Lat by OceanBeach92107
I've heard too many stories (such as this one) about it having grown too big; no longer possessing it's famous charm...vnexpress.net/news/news/overburdened-da-lat-is-falling-apart What's everyone's current opinion of the place?
Been there a few times, last time was with sister-in-law and their good friends whose hometown it is, they showed us all the small lesser known places that they like because of the photo setting for social media (yes their 20-ish) and we keep ... Read More
LETS HAVE A LAUGH BUT NO FILTH by goodolboy
windscreen wipers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=020InK5E99A
YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook are negotiating a social network amalgamation. A call went out to netizens asking for an appropriate name for the new business venture, and according to recent polls, the name most favoured is, "YouTwitFace". -@Aidan ... Read More
Shops selling used laptop/computer parts by bharry
Where do I find shops selling used laptop parts? I'm specifically looking for an internal wifi antenna for my laptop. Thanks.
@AndyHCMCLike a child in a candy store, I would spend hours there back when I lived in Saigon. -@Aidan in HCMCI have and the missus looked most peeved. Read More
Shops selling used laptop/computer parts by bharry
Where do I find shops selling used laptop parts? I'm specifically looking for an internal wifi antenna for my laptop. Thanks.
Where do I find shops selling used laptop parts? I'm specifically looking for an internal wifi antenna for my laptop. Thanks. -@bharryNhat Tao Electronics MarketHUGE! Read More
How Is This Possible? by cccmedia
In a case of interest to USA Expats worldwide,Alexandru Bittner has succeeded in getting hiscase all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court.Bittner, who is 64 and lives in Texas, used tobe in business in Romania where he hadnumerous business/banking ...
A little gem to read:-]From the UK enquiry on Covid: "a former FDA commissioner revealed that social distancing laws were and this is a quote arbitrary meanwhile a UK expert said politicians intervened to establish the concept of lockdowns so ... Read More
Where to shop for big size clothings in Saigon (HCM)? by nghiadang
I'm a little fat girl (5.3 ft 80kg). I've arrived here in Sai Gon for work and want to buy some Plus size clothes.But I can't find any local brand has clothes for me.Anyone knows Plus size/Big size shop?
I'm a little fat girl (5.3 ft 80kg). I've arrived here in Sai Gon for work and want to buy some Plus size clothes.But I can't find any local brand has clothes for me.Anyone knows Plus size/Big size shop? -@nghiadangYou could try Russian Markets, ... Read More
Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
This thread is for everything Off-topic..........[img align=C]https://www.askideas.com/media/13/Burning-Whats-Up-Gif-Picture.gif[/img]
HAPPY "WORLD UFO DAY" July 2nd"World UFO Day is celebrated by stirring conversations about how and why humans are not the only beings in the Universe. The WUFDO (World UFO Day Organisation)promotes various events and educational workshops with the ... Read More
How Is This Possible? by cccmedia
In a case of interest to USA Expats worldwide,Alexandru Bittner has succeeded in getting hiscase all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court.Bittner, who is 64 and lives in Texas, used tobe in business in Romania where he hadnumerous business/banking ...
How hot was it?It was so warm in Great Britain that severalsoldiers fainted during rehearsal for the king'sJune 17 birthday celebration.At least three guardsmen garbed inwoolen uniforms and bearskin hats keeled overas temperatures headed into the ... Read More
LETS HAVE A LAUGH BUT NO FILTH by goodolboy
windscreen wipers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=020InK5E99A
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Spousal TRC. by CHRISLANGTON
My ‘TRC by Marriage’ expires soon. Wife and I have been collecting all the necessary documents. Unfortunately, the Agent that I’ve used previously has shut up shop. Does anyone know someone good? Yes, I can take myself off to ...
"Agents & lawyers are now forbidden to get involved." I'm guessing the Govt. took notice of the high fees being charged by all those intermediaries and decided to sweep them away. It seems there are two offices in SGN where one can go. - Nguyen ... Read More
Spousal TRC. by CHRISLANGTON
My ‘TRC by Marriage’ expires soon. Wife and I have been collecting all the necessary documents. Unfortunately, the Agent that I’ve used previously has shut up shop. Does anyone know someone good? Yes, I can take myself off to ...
"Agents & lawyers are now forbidden to get involved." I'm guessing the Govt. took notice of the high fees being charged by all those intermediaries and decided to sweep them away. It seems there are two offices in SGN where one can ... Read More
Where to buy some Glue by Wadey
Hi guysI’m in HCMC and in some desperate need of some Araldite glue or any 2pack quick drying glue. Any idea on where in Q1 or close by that I can buy it would be much appreciated. Than you.Wadey.
Hi guysI’m in HCMC and in some desperate need of some Araldite glue or any 2pack quick drying glue. Any idea on where in Q1 or close by that I can buy it would be much appreciated. Than you.Wadey. -@WadeyDan Sinh market or get a ride to Nhat ... Read More
How Is This Possible? by cccmedia
In a case of interest to USA Expats worldwide,Alexandru Bittner has succeeded in getting hiscase all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court.Bittner, who is 64 and lives in Texas, used tobe in business in Romania where he hadnumerous business/banking ...
Meanwhile over at CNN they ditched alledged misogynist "Don Lemon". Read More
Drivers license by Guestposter822
About 8 years ago (on a 3 month tourist visa) I handed my Australian drivers license and $100 to an agent and I received a direct transferral to a Vietnamese drivers licence back (plus my Aust license).Is it still possible to do this now or do you ...
3 Different sources (people who assist in getting a licence) You need more than 3 months visa and also the same on home licence/passport.Makes sense, by the time you step in country, get your paperwork/agent sorted and go in to hand over completed ... Read More
Drivers license by Guestposter822
About 8 years ago (on a 3 month tourist visa) I handed my Australian drivers license and $100 to an agent and I received a direct transferral to a Vietnamese drivers licence back (plus my Aust license).Is it still possible to do this now or do you ...
3 Different sources (people who assist in getting a licence) You need more than 3 months visa and also the same on home licence/passport.Makes sense, by the time you step in country, get your paperwork/agent sorted and go in to hand over completed ... Read More
Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
This thread is for everything Off-topic..........[img align=C]https://www.askideas.com/media/13/Burning-Whats-Up-Gif-Picture.gif[/img]
@AndyHCMC If you search Google for model number or power adaptor for ****(insert what it's used for) you should get some hits which you can follow up on.Yah. I've searched Lazada, Shopee, Aliexpress, Alibaba, Google, Duck Duck go, Amazon, ... Read More
Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
This thread is for everything Off-topic..........[img align=C]https://www.askideas.com/media/13/Burning-Whats-Up-Gif-Picture.gif[/img]
Hey AndyHCMC,Good to see you back online. Cheers,Cheryl -@Cheryl4 trips to hospital later,,, Read More
Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
This thread is for everything Off-topic..........[img align=C]https://www.askideas.com/media/13/Burning-Whats-Up-Gif-Picture.gif[/img]
@Travelfar If you search Google for model number or power adaptor for ****(insert what it's used for) you should get some hits which you can follow up on. Read More
Vietnamese driving license. by bertieboy123
Hello all. What is involved in a foreigner obtaining a Vietnamese drivers license ? I know some will ask why on earth i would want to drive in Vietnam lol :-) But i am married to a Vietnamese lady (Who normally drives me around when in Vietnam) We ...
Well lets be clear on the E-Bike thing. The real rule is an E-Bike with less than a 4k watt motor and goes less than 50km/hr do not require a license. There are plenty of E-Bikes in Saigon that require an A-1 license. I know because I am ... Read More
Vietnamese driving license. by bertieboy123
Hello all. What is involved in a foreigner obtaining a Vietnamese drivers license ? I know some will ask why on earth i would want to drive in Vietnam lol :-) But i am married to a Vietnamese lady (Who normally drives me around when in Vietnam) We ...
Well lets be clear on the E-Bike thing. The real rule is an E-Bike with less than a 4k watt motor and goes less than 50km/hr do not require a license. There are plenty of E-Bikes in Saigon that require an A-1 license. I know because I am ... Read More
Where to play VOLLEYBALL!? by Jokester
Hello friends! I was wondering if anyone know where I can play volleyball in Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon? Maybe a club? or class? or a tournament? I love volleyball and I hope I can play it when I visit Vietnam this summer. If anyone could help me ...
Hello!I will be in Vietnam from 24.03 to 10.04. Can you please suggest where I could practice volleyball during this time? -@uldisbataragsAlso which district you intend to be in would also help. Read More
Vietnamese driving license. by bertieboy123
Hello all. What is involved in a foreigner obtaining a Vietnamese drivers license ? I know some will ask why on earth i would want to drive in Vietnam lol :-) But i am married to a Vietnamese lady (Who normally drives me around when in Vietnam) We ...
I was told a bike 50CC or under you don't need a driver's license? -@SvhoCorrect 50cc & e-bike no licence which is why all the school kids zip around on them to school and back :) our eldest 14 now has been riding e-bike since 11 and 50cc since ... Read More
Vietnamese driving license. by bertieboy123
Hello all. What is involved in a foreigner obtaining a Vietnamese drivers license ? I know some will ask why on earth i would want to drive in Vietnam lol :-) But i am married to a Vietnamese lady (Who normally drives me around when in Vietnam) We ...
As far as i've seen 30 day tourist can not convert home licence they require you to have 3 months or more on visa/VEC/TRC & home licence before issuing a VN licence.If you dont have a home licence to convert or 3 month + paperwork then the only ... Read More
Moving to Vietnam For A Few Years - Would Like Some Guidance by FW850
Hi Everyone!I plan on moving to Vietnam in about a year and wanted to get my bearings about where to land and how best to navigate a career path/business opportunities and start a new chapter in my life with my family.A bit about myself:I own a ...
Remember the saying,Plan to failorFail to plan! -@HookedI thought it was,IF you Fail to plan then you Plan to fail ? -@OceanBeach92107Benjamin Franklin's quotes: “By failing to plan, you are preparing to fail”. It is also similar to what ... Read More
Restaurant recomendations in Saigon for wife's birthday by jrharvey
Wife's birthday is coming up and I would like to take her somewhere pretty cool and nice. Neither one of us are really up to date with cool new restaurants. Google maps searches and reviews seems to be a hit or miss and constantly disapointed using ...
@cougarcar20 No real preference on food. I think she cares more about something cool and different. Something on a rooftop would be cool or something like a garden type scene. Ive had really, really bad luck picking restaurants so I just give up and ... Read More
Khmer entry to Vietnam by Guestposter655
Hi all. My Khmer girl friend and I will come to Vietnam in April. We visit da nang and hoi an. I will get evisa for 30 days. Unsure how long Khmer person can stay. We see websites saying 14 days visa free for her. Turning to experts here! She has ...
Hi all. My Khmer girl friend and I will come to Vietnam in April. We visit da nang and hoi an. I will get evisa for 30 days. Unsure how long Khmer person can stay. We see websites saying 14 days visa free for her. Turning to experts here! She has ... Read More
Khmer entry to Vietnam by Guestposter655
Hi all. My Khmer girl friend and I will come to Vietnam in April. We visit da nang and hoi an. I will get evisa for 30 days. Unsure how long Khmer person can stay. We see websites saying 14 days visa free for her. Turning to experts here! She has ...
Hi all. My Khmer girl friend and I will come to Vietnam in April. We visit da nang and hoi an. I will get evisa for 30 days. Unsure how long Khmer person can stay. We see websites saying 14 days visa free for her. Turning to experts ... Read More
Long term solution converting US B1 license to VN A1 license by jrharvey
Hi everyone. New here.I am living in Vietnam 6 months of the year and 6 months in Vietnam. I have a 5 year visa because my wife is a vietnam citizen and I can only stay 6 months at a time each trip. We both work remotely which is why we go back and ...
My friend from Australia went to get B1 on a VEC he only got 6 months :(Maybe no fixed address here or was apartment for only a month. Read More
Renewing a Vietnamese driver's license by SteinNebraska
I have a B1/A2 driver's license now but it expires with my visa March 19th. I just got my Visa Exemption Certificate in my passport today. Bummer it's for 4.5 years but my passport has 5 years left so the new VEC expires 6 months before my ...
@SteinNebraska Did you ever figure out an answer to this? I have a very similar question. I have heard you have to do the whole shebang all over again as if you never had a license at all. Seems cumbersome. -@jrharveyYes,Copy, translate and notarize ... Read More
Relocation Advice please by daune28
Hi , I am visiting Vietnam with the idea of moving here permanently and at the moment in hoi an . Any advice would be greatly appreciated
Hi , I am visiting Vietnam with the idea of moving here permanently and at the moment in hoi an . Any advice would be greatly appreciated -@daune28Hi Daune welcome to the forum,For visa advice look here Read More
"Support" for Vietnamese girlfriend by danrodri
Hi community. Now, I know this is a difficult topic because there are a great amount of variables to take into account. But I still would like to ask. I have a longer relationship with a nice lady here in Saigon. Now, unsurprising, finances start to ...
Hi community. Now, I know this is a difficult topic because there are a great amount of variables to take into account. But I still would like to ask. I have a longer relationship with a nice lady here in Saigon. Now, unsurprising, finances start to ... Read More
Visa Runs…..maybe the party is over. by GuestPoster1236
Spoke to an Australian today, he’s just completed his 8th visa run . On return to Vietnam , he was told that was the last E Visa he’ll get …..& after leaving VN , will need to wait 12 months to re apply. He’s in a ...
Hello everyone,Hope you're well and thank you for all your messages.Just to tell you that if you want to talk about Thailand, please go on the dedicated forum -Thailand forumHave a nice day and all the best for this new year !MickaelTeam Expat.com ... Read More
Make new friend. by H?nh Ph?m
Hi guys,I am Hanh. I live in Viet Nam. I would like to make friends. This is because, I want to improve my speaking skill. Could you help me?I am looking forward to receiving your respond.Thank so much. Hanh Pham
Hi guys,I am Hanh. I live in Viet Nam. I would like to make friends. This is because, I want to improve my speaking skill. Could you help me?I am looking forward to receiving your respond.Thank so much. Hanh Pham -@H?nh Ph?mHi Hanh,Welcome to the ... Read More
Becoming an Expat in Hoi An, Vietnam by Uptownbruce
Hi all!My name is Bruce Feldman, and I write you from Fairfield County in Connecticut, USA. Born and raised in Connecticut, I lived in New York City for over 30 years, and have been back in Ct for the last 6 years. Now, semi retired, ( MBA, ...
@OceanBeach92107 I'm afraid to ask but what happened to Ciambella I don't see her on here anymore? Also is she a real person or actually ChatGBT? -@MikeTVNYes 100% she is, as stated by OB she left when it got too much for her, She asked me to help ... Read More
Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
This thread is for everything Off-topic..........[img align=C]https://www.askideas.com/media/13/Burning-Whats-Up-Gif-Picture.gif[/img]
Hi: My name is Michael from USA. I am applying for Thailand LTR(long term retirement visa), just wishing VN has the same option, it would be my first choice. Anyone foreseen future news? -@CorkyboyThere is no Retirement visa for ... Read More
What type of Visa for me? by waterbased
Hello,i"d like some advice on the best type of visa for staying long term in Vietnam. I'd like to stay about 5 years. I'm sorry if this question has been asked several times already, but there is so much conflicting information on the ...
Hello,i"d like some advice on the best type of visa for staying long term in Vietnam. I'd like to stay about 5 years. I'm sorry if this question has been asked several times already, but there is so much conflicting information on the ... Read More
ADD/ADHD HCMC by Tumbleweed0
Hi everyone, I'm relocating to Saigon in less than a week and have been researching psych medication as I take a few different ones. The one I take in the US is not available in Vietnam so I have identified the alternatives: Ritalin and the ...
I have a questionI have a friend in HCMC needing to get a prescription for ritalin/methylphenidate/anything in that line… does anyone know which psychiatrist/clinic/doctor she could try?Also just another q if anyone knows.. can supplements be ... Read More
Mobility scooter by robertbottle30
Just got mine today, a Super Trike, sweet only 17.3mill vnd Forward and reverse, 3 speed, distance 70 kms on a full charge, 800w motor so plenty of power. Will fit two adults and a child very comfortably. (seat slides back for extra seat and fold up ...
@OB send me user name you want, I can change it. Read More
Where to buy cheese and jam by ruzuba1500
Hello everybodyWhen i come to Vn from Europe i always bring with me cheese. I like it too much both for consumption and cooking. But i can not bring a lot and the stock from Europe quickly runs out. Does anybody know a place in HCMC with reasonably ...
@ruzaba"Only thing i have problems with is raw sea food." put lime/lemon on it,, the acid cooks it :)Raw fish + lime juice + 5 minutes = Ceviche!Add sugar, fish sauce, wasabi, chilli lemon slices and you have thai style wasabi shrimp - delicious Read More
Mobility scooter by robertbottle30
Just got mine today, a Super Trike, sweet only 17.3mill vnd Forward and reverse, 3 speed, distance 70 kms on a full charge, 800w motor so plenty of power. Will fit two adults and a child very comfortably. (seat slides back for extra seat and fold up ...
Do you have a link to the place you bought it from? -@colinoscapeeIn Dà Nẵng, it seems there are a few different places that sometimes carry one or two of these or similar models. There are a lot of listings on Lazada & Shopee at ... Read More
Where to buy cheese and jam by ruzuba1500
Hello everybodyWhen i come to Vn from Europe i always bring with me cheese. I like it too much both for consumption and cooking. But i can not bring a lot and the stock from Europe quickly runs out. Does anybody know a place in HCMC with reasonably ...
AndyHCMCYou are right, 100 km is 2,5 - 3 hours from HCM, depending on traffic. However, I am new to shopee.vn and i dont know what are shops' delivery option. I guess that they have contracted delivery companies so i dont know whether they are ... Read More
Where to buy cheese and jam by ruzuba1500
Hello everybodyWhen i come to Vn from Europe i always bring with me cheese. I like it too much both for consumption and cooking. But i can not bring a lot and the stock from Europe quickly runs out. Does anybody know a place in HCMC with reasonably ...
cougarcar20Good advise, tks. I myself found some cheeses on shopee.vn, mostly "mozzarella" in blocks but also other cheeses and you are right, the selection and prices are good. However, i am worried and doubtful about delivery. I am 100km from HCM, ... Read More
Mobility scooter by robertbottle30
Just got mine today, a Super Trike, sweet only 17.3mill vnd Forward and reverse, 3 speed, distance 70 kms on a full charge, 800w motor so plenty of power. Will fit two adults and a child very comfortably. (seat slides back for extra seat and fold up ...
@OBSorry man, I'm a NOT a biker...what's a "raincoat"?😉😉 -@OceanBeach92107It's the thing you got free from the shop to use after you come out of Han market after 2 hrs of looking at fake Gucci handbags to match the missus bike and ... Read More
Mobility scooter by robertbottle30
Just got mine today, a Super Trike, sweet only 17.3mill vnd Forward and reverse, 3 speed, distance 70 kms on a full charge, 800w motor so plenty of power. Will fit two adults and a child very comfortably. (seat slides back for extra seat and fold up ...
@OBDo yourself a favour and pop into a vinyl sign writing shop and get a sign made for the back of the seat same size as motorbike number plates, I got "Bob's Trike" made for Bob so going into apartments & supermarkets carparks with a camera ... Read More
New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 ...
Hi everyone I am Michael.I am nearing retirement and am thinking of coming to VN.Not really sure the best way to plan my move there.Also are there any work opportunities there? -@MBEskewHi Michael,Welcome to the forum.At the moment the tourist visa ... Read More
Zoophobic? Might want to reconsider Vietnam as your expat destination by Aidan in HCMC
Though I don't consider myself to suffer from zoophobia, here are a few instances where I would have preferred to not have been exposed to some of VN's fauna.Motoring from D7 to D1 in Saigon one afternoon, I was about halfway through D4 when I ...
@colinoscapeeWikipedia disagrees They are also small - about 1/4 to 3/4 inches (6-20 millimeters). -@TravelfarThey occur in only 16 states in the US.Unless................I was replying to this, which seems to state they are only found in the USA. ... Read More
Where to buy cheese and jam by ruzuba1500
Hello everybodyWhen i come to Vn from Europe i always bring with me cheese. I like it too much both for consumption and cooking. But i can not bring a lot and the stock from Europe quickly runs out. Does anybody know a place in HCMC with reasonably ...
Hello everybodyWhen i come to Vn from Europe i always bring with me cheese. I like it too much both for consumption and cooking. But i can not bring a lot and the stock from Europe quickly runs out. Does anybody know a place in HCMC with reasonably ... Read More
The cost of Living in Vietnam in 2023 by Mickael
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience on the evolution of the cost of living in the region or city where you live in order to answer future requests for information from new members of the site who would like to ...
Hi All, To add context for newer members please add if the rental fee per month is for "fully furnished" or "empty" seeing that longer term Expats may rent apartments/homes empty and buy their own furniture, which newer members looking to move to ... Read More
New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 ...
Cheryl,I would really like to work in Asia as an expat?can you help me out?Mark -@markghenry22Hi Mark welcome to the forum,We are not a job agency so do not help find you a job position, we do have a job section where you can post your CV and see if ... Read More
I need to do border run from Nha Trang to Mok Bai in Feb. by Edziu
What is the best way to do this? I was thinking of train to Saigon then bus etc but what bus from where in Saigon?
I have 2 friends planning a border run on 8 February from D1. They have their VN evisas.They would like to take a limousine van to the border and back.Any suggestions/help would be appreciated.Thanks. -@honemThere is a couple of members who have ... Read More
I need to do border run from Nha Trang to Mok Bai in Feb. by Edziu
What is the best way to do this? I was thinking of train to Saigon then bus etc but what bus from where in Saigon?
What is the best way to do this? I was thinking of train to Saigon then bus etc but what bus from where in Saigon? -@EdziuHi,From calling bus company last week for a member the #70-3 is NOT running at the moment so it's one of the tour buses Kumho ... Read More
I need to do border run from Nha Trang to Mok Bai in Feb. by Edziu
What is the best way to do this? I was thinking of train to Saigon then bus etc but what bus from where in Saigon?
What is the best way to do this? I was thinking of train to Saigon then bus etc but what bus from where in Saigon? -@EdziuHi,From calling bus company last week for a member the #70-3 is NOT running at the moment so it's one of the tour buses Kumho ... Read More
when is tet by cooper1203
Stupid question maybe but google and other sources produce about 6 different answers. I think i come into hannoi on the 1st/2nd of feb will i of missed it?many thankscoop
https://i.postimg.cc/j2XXNmJ4/independence-brewing-white-rabbit-can.jpgI can see why they went with year of the cat instead haha Read More
when is tet by cooper1203
Stupid question maybe but google and other sources produce about 6 different answers. I think i come into hannoi on the 1st/2nd of feb will i of missed it?many thankscoop
didn't you mean Chúc Mừng Năm Mới!https://i.postimg.cc/3R3Y90cC/tiger-brands-210521-ver5-1.png Read More
WARNING re: Vietnam eVisa & Tết 2023 by OceanBeach92107
The Vietnam Ministry of Home Affairs has agreed to a proposal for a seven-day Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday in 2023 by the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA)Under the plan, officials, civil servants and workers of public ...
If traffic in Face.book groups is a good barometer, there are going to be many, many frustrated and disappointed people on eVisas expiring over the next couple of weeks.Question after question indicating that many people are coming here without a ... Read More
Doner Kebab Meat
is there anywhere in HCMC i can buy Doner Kebab Meats? -@Wizman3107Hi welcome to the forum,You mean as pre made blocks so you can put on a rotisserie for a business? Lamb, Chicken, Beef?Or the meat to make your own? Read More
Use of maps.me in vietnam by cooper1203
morning all,When i was in hcm in 2017 I used maps.me to navigate round the sites if they were near enough to walk to. With my upcoming trip (cant wait) i have downloaded maps.me again and whilst i realise it relies on users of open source ...
Google maps all the way, walking or driving no problems Read More
Visa 3 month ? by MarkinNam
Re the visa issue, has any news leaked as to a return to 3 month visas, or at best retirement visas ? TIA. Mark
Re the visa issue, has any news leaked as to a return to 3 month visas, or at best retirement visas ? TIA. Mark -@MarkinNamNot yet,However there was a news story saying Prime Minister said look at the e-visa & visa waiver compared to other ... Read More
when is tet by cooper1203
Stupid question maybe but google and other sources produce about 6 different answers. I think i come into hannoi on the 1st/2nd of feb will i of missed it?many thankscoop
Stupid question maybe but google and other sources produce about 6 different answers. I think i come into hannoi on the 1st/2nd of feb will i of missed it?many thankscoop -@cooper1203Google calendar add holidays in Vietnam,,, will show - ... Read More
5 year visa waiver - in case members don't already know by Guest8153
My wife is VN, and we have a 10-year-old son. They (we) live in LA/USA. I'm here on a Canadian government project and discovered last May that foreigners with either a VN spouse or a VN child (if divorced or unmarried) could get a 5-year visa waiver ...
@John426With thousands of members signing up to ask how they can get to Vietnam and then stay in Vietnam over many years the VEC & TRC are very well known to anyone who has been on the forum for more than a few days.With members having hundreds ... Read More
5 year visa waiver - in case members don't already know by Guest8153
My wife is VN, and we have a 10-year-old son. They (we) live in LA/USA. I'm here on a Canadian government project and discovered last May that foreigners with either a VN spouse or a VN child (if divorced or unmarried) could get a 5-year visa waiver ...
@ OB - "I don't think anybody here knows anything about that." Read More
TRC card + foreign driving license = permanent A1 driving license? by WillyBaldy
I just have a very specific question. I'm in the process of obtaining a permanent A1 driving license in Cần Thơ and I'm going to go through the "natural" process of passing the theoretical and practical exam in Vietnamese to get the ...
You can do bike test IF have VN CAR B1 licence already:You go into the licence center (252 Lý Chính Thắng Phường 9, Quận 3, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) and show your VN B1 licence and tell ... Read More
TRC card + foreign driving license = permanent A1 driving license? by WillyBaldy
I just have a very specific question. I'm in the process of obtaining a permanent A1 driving license in Cần Thơ and I'm going to go through the "natural" process of passing the theoretical and practical exam in Vietnamese to get the ...
@willybaldy"This means that if you have a B1 (car) driving license in your home country, but not an A class (motorbike up to 175cc ), you will still need to add it later to your Vietnamese license. For the motorbike license, you just have to pass a ... Read More
TRC card + foreign driving license = permanent A1 driving license? by WillyBaldy
I just have a very specific question. I'm in the process of obtaining a permanent A1 driving license in Cần Thơ and I'm going to go through the "natural" process of passing the theoretical and practical exam in Vietnamese to get the ...
@willybaldy"This means that if you have a B1 (car) driving license in your home country, but not an A class (motorbike up to 175cc ), you will still need to add it later to your Vietnamese license. For the motorbike license, you just have to pass a ... Read More
TRC card + foreign driving license = permanent A1 driving license? by WillyBaldy
I just have a very specific question. I'm in the process of obtaining a permanent A1 driving license in Cần Thơ and I'm going to go through the "natural" process of passing the theoretical and practical exam in Vietnamese to get the ...
@WillyBaldy I've been living in DaNang for the past 11 years, also lived in Saigon. Took the bike test in Saigon back in 2008. It's been in their computer data base since. All three were with A1,B1. In Feb. 2019, my bike license ... Read More
TRC card + foreign driving license = permanent A1 driving license? by WillyBaldy
I just have a very specific question. I'm in the process of obtaining a permanent A1 driving license in Cần Thơ and I'm going to go through the "natural" process of passing the theoretical and practical exam in Vietnamese to get the ...
@willybaldy"This means that if you have a B1 (car) driving license in your home country, but not an A class (motorbike up to 175cc ), you will still need to add it later to your Vietnamese license. For the motorbike license, you just have to pass a ... Read More
Quaker Oats by MikeFF
Where can I buy Quaker Oats? I tried the local sundry shops, no one has ever seen it and it's not in Big C either. I'm really missing my staple food for breakfast...please help! Regards Mike
I found this and have made it 10+ timesOn a tray lined with aluminium foil - Cabbage sliced, onion sliced, tomato sliced, salt, pepper - chicken breast or pork chop on top wrap in foil and seal put in benchtop oven or oven if you have cook 175C/350F ... Read More
TRC card + foreign driving license = permanent A1 driving license? by WillyBaldy
I just have a very specific question. I'm in the process of obtaining a permanent A1 driving license in Cần Thơ and I'm going to go through the "natural" process of passing the theoretical and practical exam in Vietnamese to get the ...
Members have reported you IF you have converted your O/S car licence and then go do the A1 you can just do the practice as they deem car is "king" it changed sometime during covid period I cant remember when. Read More
Great times in Hanoi! by Guestposter655
I came up to Hanoi from Saigon a few weeks ago. I have a week or so left now. I've managed to visit Vietnamese friends not seen for some years and also just walk around the city a bit and take photos. I never tire of walking Hanoi and taking ...
@mpmilestogo you can also click on your profile and go down to "Pictures" and submit them, they go into your gallery. Read More
Quaker Oats by MikeFF
Where can I buy Quaker Oats? I tried the local sundry shops, no one has ever seen it and it's not in Big C either. I'm really missing my staple food for breakfast...please help! Regards Mike
I am a pre-diabetic person, looking for kito food that sale in Saigon area, if you know any such place/store, please let me know, thank you. -@kovietKeto is low carb, just stay off high carb foods (rice, pasta, potatoes, corn, chips), heaps of ... Read More
New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 ...
Hello! My name is Kristina. I am from Ukraine . I am an English teacher. I've lived in China for 10 years and then during the quarantines moved back home. I've been missing Asia since . Dreaming of going to Vietnam for teaching. But don't ... Read More
Vietnam Evisa by jgough115
Hello Aiden,I am having trouble getting the government e visa site to accept payment. Having read the thread I see that some other people have had the same problem. I am considering using an evisa agent but have heard that some of them are scams. ...
Sounds promising?Prime Minister orders reform of online visa application process:"Malaysia and Singapore have 162 countries under the visa-free list, the Philippines have 157 countries, Thailand has 65, and Việt Nam only has 24 countries on ... Read More
Hello proposal need help by Shane Marchant
Hello everyone that may be able to help.I'm looking for some help if anyone is willing to provide help. For a perfect proposal to my partner.We will be in Vietnam from the 16th of march 2023 until the 7th of April.We are flying into the south and ...
@Aidan "just a bit" Read More
Hello proposal need help by Shane Marchant
Hello everyone that may be able to help.I'm looking for some help if anyone is willing to provide help. For a perfect proposal to my partner.We will be in Vietnam from the 16th of march 2023 until the 7th of April.We are flying into the south and ...
@Kjkinvn,Do you have a link listing the countries for Canadian IDP? As the USA Embassy website say IDP are not accepted in Vietnam."Driving in VietnamForeign driver licenses, even when accompanied by an international driving permit, are not valid in ... Read More
Latest on Covid info
Hi Everyone,In light of Thailand announcing Neg PCR tests for entry and info or news for Expats coming in/out for border runs?Any info I will repost on our Vietnam forum :) thanks for any latest news and updates.AndyHCMCExpat TeamVietnam Read More
Mobile Phone SIM by gjhardie
I am looking to obtain a SIM for one of the 3 local mobile phone operators. Does anyone know if it is easy to do this at the airport on arrival?
I am looking to obtain a SIM for one of the 3 local mobile phone operators. Does anyone know if it is easy to do this at the airport on arrival? -@gjhardieYes you can get them at the airport just walk out the terminal and there are heaps ... Read More
Planning to relocate to Nha Trang from Australia by TerrySE
Morning OK so I've recently visited for the 3rd time and the timing just feels right, I've always envisaged myself ending up in an Asian country and Nha Trang ticks all the boxes. Australia is too regimented, expensive, cold [Melbourne winters] I'm ...
Sign a lease when I get there and mooch around looking for work opportunity's...what could go wrong?-@TerrySEHi Terry,People on the forum really are trying to balance the good with the bad and not just trying to tell you to go away , they have seen ... Read More
Hello proposal need help by Shane Marchant
Hello everyone that may be able to help.I'm looking for some help if anyone is willing to provide help. For a perfect proposal to my partner.We will be in Vietnam from the 16th of march 2023 until the 7th of April.We are flying into the south and ...
@AndyHCMC As tourist, within your tourist visa time, your foreign license must be accepted, as you don't have permission of transferring to a local one with a short term visa. Furthermore, transferring your foreign (not international!) driving ... Read More
Hello proposal need help by Shane Marchant
Hello everyone that may be able to help.I'm looking for some help if anyone is willing to provide help. For a perfect proposal to my partner.We will be in Vietnam from the 16th of march 2023 until the 7th of April.We are flying into the south and ...
If you have never driven on VN roads before I would highly recommend grabbing a sleeper bus and lay next to your future wife watching your phone in air-con comfort holding hands. -@AndyHCMCDo we know yet if his "partner" is going to be his ... Read More
Hello proposal need help by Shane Marchant
Hello everyone that may be able to help.I'm looking for some help if anyone is willing to provide help. For a perfect proposal to my partner.We will be in Vietnam from the 16th of march 2023 until the 7th of April.We are flying into the south and ...
Ham Tien/Mui Ne area is nice -@AndyHCMCDefinitely.The beach resorts there have these types of photo-op setups already in place:-@OceanBeach92107Thanks for jogging my memory there is place at La Gi does them I just remembered seeing the ... Read More
Hello proposal need help by Shane Marchant
Hello everyone that may be able to help.I'm looking for some help if anyone is willing to provide help. For a perfect proposal to my partner.We will be in Vietnam from the 16th of march 2023 until the 7th of April.We are flying into the south and ...
@AndyHCMC so stick to under 50cc even with a travel permit am I not ok? -@Shane MarchantHi Shane,Can I drive with an international driver’s license in Vietnam?There are conflicting reports about this, but an international driver’s ... Read More
COVID BOOSTER #2 by GuestPoster195
Hello all. Is the 2nd booster available in hcmc? If so, where?Thanks, Albert.
Hello all. Is the 2nd booster available in hcmc? If so, where?Thanks, Albert. -@AlbertD827Contact local ward committee for district/ward, for info type "i live in ****" into FB you should get all the local info for your district Read More
Hello proposal need help by Shane Marchant
Hello everyone that may be able to help.I'm looking for some help if anyone is willing to provide help. For a perfect proposal to my partner.We will be in Vietnam from the 16th of march 2023 until the 7th of April.We are flying into the south and ...
Hello everyone that may be able to help.I'm looking for some help if anyone is willing to provide help. For a perfect proposal to my partner.We will be in Vietnam from the 16th of march 2023 until the 7th of April.We are flying into the south and ... Read More
RUM… and where in HCMC has a good selection of it. by Earlyant
I love rum.I live way out in Hoc Mon.The only place in HCMC I’ve managed to find it in so far is Aeon.The international selection was Bacardi Spiced, Havana Club 3, Kraken and Diplomatico. None of which I am that keen on.There was a ...
I love rum.I live way out in Hoc Mon.The only place in HCMC I’ve managed to find it in so far is Aeon.The international selection was Bacardi Spiced, Havana Club 3, Kraken and Diplomatico. None of which I am that keen on.There was a locally ... Read More
Used Car Purchase by SteinNebraska
I have been searching the internet and can't find the answer. On new cars the taxes and fees can add up to 15% to the cost of a new car. When I search xe.chotot I see used cars - 16 and 17 model years priced basically the same as new 19 model ...
As I have understood, I can buy an used car in Vietnam if a Vietnamese friend register it at her name? Eventually I can drive it after? What about taxes and VAT? Shall I pay it? -@Joss15Hi,As long as you have a car licence from your home ... Read More
Recommending places to eat. by Wadey
Hi AllGoing back through some old posts I read in “ Off Topic Posts” a response written by Colinoscapee about allowing long term posters a chance to recommend places to eat (11-11-22) Personally I think that this is a great idea. Being ...
Hi AllGoing back through some old posts I read in “ Off Topic Posts” a response written by Colinoscapee about allowing long term posters a chance to recommend places to eat (11-11-22) Personally I think that this is a great idea. Being ... Read More
Recommending places to eat. by Wadey
Hi AllGoing back through some old posts I read in “ Off Topic Posts” a response written by Colinoscapee about allowing long term posters a chance to recommend places to eat (11-11-22) Personally I think that this is a great idea. Being ...
Hi AllGoing back through some old posts I read in “ Off Topic Posts” a response written by Colinoscapee about allowing long term posters a chance to recommend places to eat (11-11-22) Personally I think that this is a great idea. ... Read More
New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 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 ...
Hello Everyone, My name is Sam, I come from Belgium. I moved to Hanoi (Ciputra) 4 months ago, but I still feel like a newbie in Hanoi/Vietnam.Especially since I work pretty long hours! I am looking forward to reading more on this forum!What are some ... Read More
Do I need a travel agent ? by Guest5678
Hello everyone,i plan to go to Hanoi soon for Tet.my travel dates can be flexible.i can arrive on or before January 15 2023 and return on February 6 2023 - or several days before or after.i am unable to search with all of these different ...
Hello everyone,i plan to go to Hanoi soon for Tet.my travel dates can be flexible.i can arrive on or before January 15 2023 and return on February 6 2023 - or several days before or after.i am unable to search with all of these different ... Read More
VietNam tourist EVISA approval letter by anabelfitness2009
If i apply for a Vietnamese tourist EVISA do i need an approval letter or is that only for a VOA?
Hi Anabel,Yes you are correct, no approval letter for e-visa. Read More
My little trip report going to Vietnam by Guestposter655
Hi all. I left Siem Reap Cambodia on the direct Cambodia Angkor Airlines flight to Ho Chi Minh City at 840pm on 26 December. The flight is direct to Saigon and took about 45 minutes. Very nice flight. I have to admit to yelling my appreciation ...
Hi all. I left Siem Reap Cambodia on the direct Cambodia Angkor Airlines flight to Ho Chi Minh City at 840pm on 26 December. The flight is direct to Saigon and took about 45 minutes. Very nice flight. I have to admit to yelling my appreciation ... Read More
Expat Experience and Heading Home by RTLisSB
Greetings all,I can't believe my two months in Viet Nam are over already. Before I fly out, I thought I'd make a quick post about my VN experience, and Expat.com.As for VN, I have really loved the experience. I must admit that the pollution and air ...
@RTLisSB,Glad you enjoyed your stay and found the time to give feedback, hope to see you next time. Read More
Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
This thread is for everything Off-topic..........[img align=C]https://www.askideas.com/media/13/Burning-Whats-Up-Gif-Picture.gif[/img]
-@SimCityATUSA above France? Read More
Insurance help! -Renting a motorbike from an individual by Rosie Myers
Hi How does bike insurance work in Vietnam? UK driver's license means we can only ride a 50cc bike so options are limited. One person is willing to rent to us but they are not an official bike renting business, it is just their spare bike. Is a bike ...
Curious as we were going to buy a 50cc 2 weeks ago to we thought the same about no plates/rego/bluecard.EDIT: @GOB Dealer friend said Vietnam mind - has pedals so like bicycle - just like e-bike with pedals - if has no pedals is then classed as ... Read More