ajairon
Ecuadorian expat in Vietnam
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Ecuadorian
Lives in Pleiku, Gia Lai
Speaks English, Française, Español
Registration: 01 June 2022
Renting a moto bike in vietnam by Rosechait
I want to rent an electric moto in Da Nang for two days
hello, you can rent one everywhere, but better to ask in the lobby of the hotel (a bit more expensive, but better guaranties). One advise: when arrive in Vietnam, try to visit Notary and get a notarized photocopy of your passport.I will say I don't ... Read More
Has anyone found any use for their VNeID? by CHRISLANGTON
Remember the excitement a year ago when everyone was encouraged to acquire a Vietnam I.D number? In the last year, has it proven useful in any way? I ask because my new TRC came with a new number and it seemed sensible to update my VNeId app ...
Mmmm... While VN officers are still linking our driving licenses, bank accounts, TRC, etc to our Passport number as primary, technically is impossible to fix that good idea of a VNeID Read More
House rental(not apartment) by brianAFSER73
ii have been told as a foreigner renting house from individual owner requiring them to register as a business like an Airbnb with fire suppressing protocols. Thus some owner would opt out from renting to foreigner. Would having a TRC or PRC solve ...
There is a new Circular and Decree with some changes in procedures starting May 21st. for temporary residence registration for locals and foreigners ( https://tbltkbtt.bocongan.gov.vn/auth/welcome) I will open a new topic soon Read More
House rental(not apartment) by brianAFSER73
ii have been told as a foreigner renting house from individual owner requiring them to register as a business like an Airbnb with fire suppressing protocols. Thus some owner would opt out from renting to foreigner. Would having a TRC or PRC solve ...
@OceanBeach92107 OK expert, please your illumination where is it written that a rental house approved to serve local residents requires a second special permission in order to rent to foreigners? Thanks in advance. Despite your answer, it does not ... Read More
House rental(not apartment) by brianAFSER73
ii have been told as a foreigner renting house from individual owner requiring them to register as a business like an Airbnb with fire suppressing protocols. Thus some owner would opt out from renting to foreigner. Would having a TRC or PRC solve ...
@Aidan in HCMC Hello Aidan and everybody. The trick is "if a contract exists, a business it is". Police will know if someone is collecting money without tax declarations. What I know there is not any special registration to differentiate a rental ... Read More
House rental(not apartment) by brianAFSER73
ii have been told as a foreigner renting house from individual owner requiring them to register as a business like an Airbnb with fire suppressing protocols. Thus some owner would opt out from renting to foreigner. Would having a TRC or PRC solve ...
@brianAFSER73 Hello, in fact the landlord must lawfully register its business in the local Committee prior offering a house or apartment for rent, no matter if to citizens or expats. That is not mandatory if hosting visitors for free.You must know ... Read More
With fuel prices soaring, how are you getting around in Vietnam? by Veedushi
Hello everyone!In many countries, transportation costs are becoming a real challenge for expats. Some are completely changing their habits: using public transport more often, carpooling, switching to scooters… or cycling.In Denmark, for ...
@Veedushi Hello. Talking about comparative of prices for locals vs expats is very relative. In Vietnam the basic wage is USD 420 vs a cost of $600 (talking about a simple-class family of 4 members). Most of the people use scooters of 110cc, approx ... Read More
Seeking employment w/ no degree by JNguy3n
Hello friends! I'm looking to relocate to Vietnam. Doesn't matter what city, but I feel like the motherland is calling me haha I speak, read and write fluently in English and Vietnamese maybe even sing. What kind of job can I get out there, I know ...
@Aidan in HCMC Hello man, thanks for your correction in my mistake because I mentioned Visa TT instead of the correct TRC TT (temporary residence card TT type) The caller asked for a job, and we should know that VEC and Visas non for Business, ... Read More
Seeking employment w/ no degree by JNguy3n
Hello friends! I'm looking to relocate to Vietnam. Doesn't matter what city, but I feel like the motherland is calling me haha I speak, read and write fluently in English and Vietnamese maybe even sing. What kind of job can I get out there, I know ...
@JNguy3n Excellent, so get your VN-citizenship and don't worry about your academic degrees Read More
Seeking employment w/ no degree by JNguy3n
Hello friends! I'm looking to relocate to Vietnam. Doesn't matter what city, but I feel like the motherland is calling me haha I speak, read and write fluently in English and Vietnamese maybe even sing. What kind of job can I get out there, I know ...
@JNguy3nWait, only VN-parents, VN-children over 18 years old and VN-Spouses can be sponsors for Visa TT (family ties). No other relatives are entitled to be sponsors for foreigners.In addition, to be entitled to work without a WorkPermit you must ... Read More
Getting an ESL teaching job in Vietnam at 59 years of age by Amadeus1
I am a 59 year old ESL teacher from the UK and now that I have reached 59, I can't get any offers from China anymore as the cut off is 60 there. So I was wondering whether it is possible to get an ESL job in Vietnam now. If so, would it be better to ...
@Amadeus1 Hello, I cannot say your age is a problem, but how about your competences? Do you have a teaching certificate such as CELTA, TEFL, TESOL, etc ? Obviously you are a EN-native-speaker, but certificates for "teaching" and "pedagogy" are ... Read More
Seeking employment w/ no degree by JNguy3n
Hello friends! I'm looking to relocate to Vietnam. Doesn't matter what city, but I feel like the motherland is calling me haha I speak, read and write fluently in English and Vietnamese maybe even sing. What kind of job can I get out there, I know ...
hello friend. A good point for you is that being a native EN speaker you have a high probability to be considered for roles such as teaching, tour guiding, translation, or lecturing., etc. No need a bachelor degree, however you will need at least ... Read More
DEATH CERTIFICATE FOR EXPAT IN VIETNAM by goodolboy
Bit morbid but I will ask. Anyone had any experience with the procedure for getting a death certificate for an expat who has died here & what is the lawful procedure/requirement for cremation etc for someone who has died here but has no legal ...
@Aidan in HCMCThanks for sharing that letter, very informative.Certainly it is better to have all affairs in order, in life and after death, for widowhood, inheritage, credit card debts (in some countries the mortage insurance is not included and ... Read More
Vietnamese 🇻🇳 citizenship for foreign spouses by Michael Boylan
Hi all.Have any expat members had any experience with trying to become a VN citizen to your knowledge ? I’m currently searching for information on this precise topic, but a lot of what I’ve found is contradictory or from unconfirmed ...
Hi, regarding the VN citizenship, the money and language exemptions are true only for family ties able to support you, that means: a marriage. The only requisite unclear to me is how guaranteed is the VN President will approve your request to keep ... Read More
Vietnamese 🇻🇳 citizenship for foreign spouses by Michael Boylan
Hi all.Have any expat members had any experience with trying to become a VN citizen to your knowledge ? I’m currently searching for information on this precise topic, but a lot of what I’ve found is contradictory or from unconfirmed ...
Hello, about How to be a VN citizen, what points did you find contradictory? Regarding the VNeID, it is certainly a headache for foreigners yet. I have it, but also useless because foreigners cannot do any update on it by themselves, while VN ... Read More
Bringing Guests to your Hotel or Airbnb by callaway4000
When you rent a hotel or airbnb what are the rules to being allowed to bring back a date to your place? is it legal? is it in the description of the rental agreement? I know in Thailand they take the ID of the woman for security when they are ...
hello @OceanBeach92107,You have mentioned very important keywords within the same collab: "non spouse", "non owner" and "for business", you are right, but that made me realize how my personal case was before get married (3 years ago) : I was ... Read More
Medicare questions by Biff2
Does anyone know where we send our filled out form to quit Medicare?Is it perhaps the address I’ve found in the Philippians?could it be faxed there? I’m going to the consulate in HCM, do they offer any assistance?
Hello, 'medicare" is very common name such as Jonh Smith or Juan Pérez. Don't you have another distinctive attribute? Maybe a logo or the Tax Registration Name? Read More
Long term rentals and the law for foreigners by MarkinNam
Hi all, I'm seeing some chatter about the gov not allowing long term apartment leasing / renting, has anyone heard likewise ? If true, is there a way around it legitimate ? My friend suggested I rent with him and his wife. That would be difficult ! ...
Hello, I confirm what said @OceanBeach92107 as true, and try to dissolve some confusion by another collaborator: By Law, there is not any limit for renting a house or apartment, even for free. By law the owner (the owner and only the owner) of the ... Read More
Inheritance laws - Vietnam by mickrasmussen
Hi Group,Does anybody know the Vietnamese inheritance laws into detail or can point/direct me to a good layer concerning this subject.As a heads up - from my own readings/knowledge. I understand that there is no inheritance tax in Vietnam at ...
Hello, Taxes for Inheritances are collected by the country where the goods/assets/properties are based. If not in Vietnam, then no need a Vietnamese inheritance lawyer, but maybe you will need one in that other country.In this ... Read More
Two step verification by rentonglenn
Now that have a VN SIM with a number that starts with 0 I can't get login codes. My Bank Capital One has locked my account and wants me to call collect. I now have Vietnamobile. Any suggestions?
@rentonglenn hello, what do you mean with an international calling card? Surely I'm wrong, because talking about your case you maybe would like to make a call as similar as you are in USA. Which of these options fits your question?Buy a SIM or ... Read More
Two step verification by rentonglenn
Now that have a VN SIM with a number that starts with 0 I can't get login codes. My Bank Capital One has locked my account and wants me to call collect. I now have Vietnamobile. Any suggestions?
Ouch!! Not all the banks send SMS or Voice to foreign phone numbers. Meanwhile, until some real user of CapitalOne shares a good solution for you, here is my suggestion: I think CapitalOne uses only SMS/Voice for their PINs, no way to ask for ... Read More
Common Vietnam Dong Currency Notes by Aidan in HCMC
New to Vietnam? Here's some info on the common notes you'll be using.click here to enlargeThe dimensions of the notes reduce with value. 500,000 VND: 152mm x 65mm 200,000 VND: 148mm x 65mm 100,000 VND: 144mm x 65mm 50,000 VND: 140mm x ...
@Aidan in HCMC Or maybe you haven't noticed yet hahaha 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 ...
@Aidan in HCMCJust a correction, for A1 (as all other license types) the theorical exam is also mandatory. The exemption is when someone already holds a valid driver license of any other type issued by Vietnam, homologated or internationalAnother ... Read More
Common Vietnam Dong Currency Notes by Aidan in HCMC
New to Vietnam? Here's some info on the common notes you'll be using.click here to enlargeThe dimensions of the notes reduce with value. 500,000 VND: 152mm x 65mm 200,000 VND: 148mm x 65mm 100,000 VND: 144mm x 65mm 50,000 VND: 140mm x ...
And pay attention on bills of 20k and 500k.. Same colored and same guy in the picture... Don't confuse them as me 😫 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 ...
@It2VN This is Vietnam, no Roma, so rather Lear to say "Nhập gia tùy tục" 🤓. And regarding your question at the end of your initial message, here my answer: In Vietnam the Traffic Law has the same scencial driving norms as ... 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 ...
@It2VN Hello, you have opened a very interesting topic. Before my comments, I gonna share these "you MUST know":Vietnam signed the 1949 Geneva Convention only in the part of "Protocol on Road Signs and Signals" (reason why the international ... Read More
seeking information about the Philippine maid. by Contem talk
Dear Folks, Do any expat have an experience hiring Philippine house maid for full times? I have some questions which is listed as below Is there an agency that can employ them? If we hire them full-time, are we responsible for providing visas and ...
@choylaimunHello,Unfortunately there is a 98% no way to get a work-permit in your case. As noted by Aidan and OceanBeach92107, only "experts" are eligible, and the employer must justify it's a special locally-non-easy-to-find skilled person to be ... Read More
Question about Visa Expemption Certificate expiration date by WillyBaldy
Hello folks,So my VEC expires in May, but I'll be going back to Canada early April.I'll be going to Singapore in two weeks for a few days. Once I get back, will the agent adjust my maximum stay to the VEC's expiration date? Normally each stay is six ...
Hello,About to expect a new 6 months by the Immigration Agent, impossible.About ticket proof, Vietnam doesn't ask for any proof of leaving the country. I heard a very few cases of people were asked in the airline counter before boarding the plane to ... Read More
Permanent Residency Card by Rick Hayward
I have been in Vietnam for 11 years. My Vietnamese wife is now encouraging me to apply for a Permanent Residency Card. I seem to remember that this topic was brought up a year or so ago and the common belief was that it was likely to be unsuccesstul ...
@Sa Phuong Hello, good to know you you could help. Please do you know if the Consular Letter is mandatory for applicants sponsored by spouse/family ties? Thanks in advanced Read More
Permanent Residency Card by Rick Hayward
I have been in Vietnam for 11 years. My Vietnamese wife is now encouraging me to apply for a Permanent Residency Card. I seem to remember that this topic was brought up a year or so ago and the common belief was that it was likely to be unsuccesstul ...
@CHRISLANGTON Hello, you should have a glance to the link shared by Aidan to check the requisites. Then come back here to read my comments:I've met several investors and married foreigners who live in VN for year, but none holds a PRC. Personally I ... Read More
DN1 Visa, Sponsored by Chacronym
Hi. I searched this topic and found a variety of posts here that are similar, but not quite the information I'm seeking, so I decided to make it a new topic.I find that the DN1 visa program for Vietnam is not very well documented online, other than ...
@OceanBeach92107 What I said is true in the theory and in the practice and in the real life. The DN visas are cumulatives in periods of 360 days (not the same than "per year") . This means that, for example, if you get a 3months DN1 visa (WP ... Read More
DN1 Visa, Sponsored by Chacronym
Hi. I searched this topic and found a variety of posts here that are similar, but not quite the information I'm seeking, so I decided to make it a new topic.I find that the DN1 visa program for Vietnam is not very well documented online, other than ...
(quick aside, are DN1 visa holders allowed to be paid by the company they are working with? or is this entirely for "negotiations" and that sort of thing. My instinct is yes but this is clarified exactly nowhere) - @ChacronymAbout this ... Read More
DN1 Visa, Sponsored by Chacronym
Hi. I searched this topic and found a variety of posts here that are similar, but not quite the information I'm seeking, so I decided to make it a new topic.I find that the DN1 visa program for Vietnam is not very well documented online, other than ...
@Chacronym helllo, with "tramit" I meant "to open the request", "the paperwork", etc. sorry for my lost in translation.For a better understanding what and how a DN visa is, here another real-life example: A vn-factory imports a new automated ... Read More
DN1 Visa, Sponsored by Chacronym
Hi. I searched this topic and found a variety of posts here that are similar, but not quite the information I'm seeking, so I decided to make it a new topic.I find that the DN1 visa program for Vietnam is not very well documented online, other than ...
@ChacronymNo choice, the signatures in papers are only from the sponsor. Eventhough this tramit is not difficult, surely is nice to have an Agent. My advise is to let your sponsor to deal locally with an Agent, easier to trace and communicate in ... Read More
DN1 Visa, Sponsored by Chacronym
Hi. I searched this topic and found a variety of posts here that are similar, but not quite the information I'm seeking, so I decided to make it a new topic.I find that the DN1 visa program for Vietnam is not very well documented online, other than ...
@ChacronymHello, the DN1 visa is for cases where a Vietnamese Company requires your (as a foreigner) services for a short term specific task (inspections, installations, training, etc). If your goal is to go around to evaluate your potential ... Read More
Permanent Residency For Viet Kieu In Vietnam by VNdw7
Hi there, I'm hoping a US expat in Vietnam can help advise. My 90yr mom is Vietnamese but a US citizen from 1967 as she married my dad -an American GI. When my dad passed due to cancer in 2019 she went to VN on 5 yr visa to stay in her homeland as ...
@VNdw7 OK, you gave up. But you didn't mention how about the most basic and easy of the documents. What was the answer from the Civil Registration Office about to get a new copy of her birth certificate and plastic card ID? Read More
Job networking for foreigners by Petele
Hi, I am Australian and I have been to Vietnam a few times and love it, especially the coffee culture. I am of a senior age with a long career in program management, project management, strategy planning, financial management, process excellence, ...
Hello, I did not heard ever about the AusCham web before, in my hands LinkedIn is also a good one to start. But be patient to find something concern to IT further than HekpDesk. The DigitalTransformation in Vietnam is in progress but not yet as ... Read More
TRC: 2 or 3 year SPOUSAL Temporary Resident Card? by OceanBeach92107
SPOUSAL TRC: FYII recently attempted to renew my 3 year spousal TRC in New Đà Nẵng City, but the immigration officer told us that only 2 year cards were being approved for spouses of Vietnamese citizens. So I contacted my long-time ...
@OceanBeach92107Yes, Spousal TRC. My first one , from Phú Yen, was for 2 year even my complains about why not for 3. Last month I tried to renew it in Hồ Chí Minh since my wife and I live and work here for more than a year, but ... Read More
TRC: 2 or 3 year SPOUSAL Temporary Resident Card? by OceanBeach92107
SPOUSAL TRC: FYII recently attempted to renew my 3 year spousal TRC in New Đà Nẵng City, but the immigration officer told us that only 2 year cards were being approved for spouses of Vietnamese citizens. So I contacted my long-time ...
Well, finally I receive my renewed TRC, applied online and then sent my passport via mail to Buon Ma Thuot (the new capital after the unification of provinces). My passport will expire in 7 year, and my TRC was issued for 2 years only , heeizz. Read More
Expiring TRC and Border Run by dlewis516
Hey Aidan, I am hoping you will be able to guide me. I am a US citizen living in HCMC for the past 11 years with a TRC Unfortunately, I am no longer able to find a sponsor for a TRC, which expires 9 November. So my tentative plan is to take a ...
Hello, if your TRC is near to expire, certainly you are in a bit hurry.Better call a Tourist agent, they will fix your Visa to Cambodia with all the mandatory info (3 years ago the Border controller denied me to leave Vietnam if I don't show the ... Read More
Evisa to Vietnam by LEVENKOVAvl
Hello Aidan , I hope you are doing well , sorry for buzz you , but I need help 😁I just faced problem with Vietnam Evisa ,Immigration hold up my application because this reason : “you are required provide correct address in ...
@LEVENKOVAvlHello try again with this address with details: Sheraton Phu Quoc Long Beach resort, Xã Gành Dầu, Tp. Phú Quốc, Kiên Giang, Việt NamFor your child maybe the operator was more mind-opened to ... Read More
US licensed notary in Saigon by jrharvey
I know its a long shot but is anyone at all aware of a US registered notary living in Saigon. Im selling my home in the US. I know the US embassy is an option but I have closing documents that require a wet seal and notarization from both myself and ...
Hello, I know the appointments are requested individually, but the same website says you can list your withness and partners once the appointment is submitted and confirmed. You have also the alternative to check their calendar and request the ... Read More
Wife wants a divorce and the blame lies with me. by Earlyant
This situation is entirely my fault. I was the one who broke promises, etc. Disregarded her and was lazy. Didn’t want to work and would just sit in front of the building every night drinking large amounts of alcohol. Which made me look bad in ...
Hello, for respect to your privacity I will refer just the legal options: In all legal system there is an old reliable doctrine for divorce: The State cannot obligate any couple to live together which is the pilar of the matrimony. Therefore, ... Read More
Permanent Residency For Viet Kieu In Vietnam by VNdw7
Hi there, I'm hoping a US expat in Vietnam can help advise. My 90yr mom is Vietnamese but a US citizen from 1967 as she married my dad -an American GI. When my dad passed due to cancer in 2019 she went to VN on 5 yr visa to stay in her homeland as ...
@OceanBeach92107 I talk about proving Vietnamese ancestryThere is not any reference how the lady got her VEC.... there are several reasons to be entitled, I will not infer. Therefore the answer is quite easy: she need to go to her hometown and ... Read More
Permanent Residency For Viet Kieu In Vietnam by VNdw7
Hi there, I'm hoping a US expat in Vietnam can help advise. My 90yr mom is Vietnamese but a US citizen from 1967 as she married my dad -an American GI. When my dad passed due to cancer in 2019 she went to VN on 5 yr visa to stay in her homeland as ...
@Aidan in HCMC Hello Aidan, here is a new lot of maybe's to make happy a contrarian. Unfortunately we don't know if the lady is still Vietnamese or not.... We cannot guess her status just because bearing a VEC... In addition to ... Read More
Permanent Residency For Viet Kieu In Vietnam by VNdw7
Hi there, I'm hoping a US expat in Vietnam can help advise. My 90yr mom is Vietnamese but a US citizen from 1967 as she married my dad -an American GI. When my dad passed due to cancer in 2019 she went to VN on 5 yr visa to stay in her homeland as ...
That's because she has already been issued a 5-year VEC in which it was necessary for her to prove her Vietnamese ancestry. So yeah maybe she and her friends are ignorant to the method you are suggesting and have never bothered to go to her ... Read More
Permanent Residency For Viet Kieu In Vietnam by VNdw7
Hi there, I'm hoping a US expat in Vietnam can help advise. My 90yr mom is Vietnamese but a US citizen from 1967 as she married my dad -an American GI. When my dad passed due to cancer in 2019 she went to VN on 5 yr visa to stay in her homeland as ...
Normally US don't request for renausing to previous citizenship . May I ask how about her original Vietnamese citizenship? Cannot she simply go to her hometown and ask for a new ID card? Read More
Permanent Residency For Viet Kieu In Vietnam by VNdw7
Hi there, I'm hoping a US expat in Vietnam can help advise. My 90yr mom is Vietnamese but a US citizen from 1967 as she married my dad -an American GI. When my dad passed due to cancer in 2019 she went to VN on 5 yr visa to stay in her homeland as ...
Interesting history from a widow of a GI and mother of a poor child. Three option for her: 1) become a stateless, 2) recover her Vietnamese citizenship, do that with an Agency and maybe the President would accept her dual citizenship . or 3) the ... Read More
TRC: 2 or 3 year SPOUSAL Temporary Resident Card?
@OceanBeach92107 Hello, you asked for it in Đà Nẵng but finally you got it with your friend in Hanoi, isn't it? So, can it be issued in any city nowadays? Read More
TRC: 2 or 3 year SPOUSAL Temporary Resident Card? by OceanBeach92107
SPOUSAL TRC: FYII recently attempted to renew my 3 year spousal TRC in New Đà Nẵng City, but the immigration officer told us that only 2 year cards were being approved for spouses of Vietnamese citizens. So I contacted my long-time ...
@OceanBeach92107 Hello, you asked for it in Đà Nẵng but finally you got it with your friend in Hanoi, isn't it? So, now it can be issued in any city? Read More
Help Legalizing Canadian Marriage Cert in HCMC for VEC Renewal by Sugarcrisp
I’m a Canadian citizen living in Nha Trang, married to a Vietnamese/Canadian citizen. I need to legalize my certified marriage certificate (issued by the Ontario Registrar General, not yet authenticated) for my Visa Exemption Certificate (VEC) ...
@Sugarcrisp Hey man, how was your journey? I was at the Foreign Service Center (184 bis Pasteur st, HCMC) for some personal paperwork, and let me tell you, be ready to be there at least 2 hours being there from 07h30 and another 2 hours awaiting to ... Read More
Help Legalizing Canadian Marriage Cert in HCMC for VEC Renewal by Sugarcrisp
I’m a Canadian citizen living in Nha Trang, married to a Vietnamese/Canadian citizen. I need to legalize my certified marriage certificate (issued by the Ontario Registrar General, not yet authenticated) for my Visa Exemption Certificate (VEC) ...
@SugarcrispOh man, sorry my confusion in my previous post because you mentioned to be married to a Vietnamese/Canadian dual citizen who immigrated to CA/US back in the late 80's. Hence I supposed your wife was registered in a family book and ... Read More
IDP 1949 not recognized by the Vietnamese police by TyNg
During my recent trip to Vietnam, I was stopped by the Vietnamese police and learned that my IDP 1949 is not valid in Vietnam. Are there solutions to this problem, besides getting an IDP 1968 which is not possible for a US citizen? thanks!
@ajaironThe reason why is quite confused by many people. Vietnam has nsigned the Road Geneva Convention of 1949 but agreed only with those regarding Roads and Signals, not for IDP. In 1958 took it again but just clarifying to accept the standards ... Read More
IDP 1949 not recognized by the Vietnamese police by TyNg
During my recent trip to Vietnam, I was stopped by the Vietnamese police and learned that my IDP 1949 is not valid in Vietnam. Are there solutions to this problem, besides getting an IDP 1968 which is not possible for a US citizen? thanks!
@Aidan in HCMC Mmmmm I still thinking about one thing is the real Law, and another is what an agent or police thinks he/she knows. And unfortunately the lady police doesn't. Here is the link of the current Law on Traffic 36/2024/QH15....(yes, that ... Read More
Home Security Camera Suggestions Recommendations Tips by Aidan in HCMC
Recent events have prompted me to install a home security system. I'll post the details of those events when (if!) I manage to compose myself. I've never had a system in any of the homes I've lived in. What I'm wanting is a weatherproof camera (or ...
@Aidan in HCMC With that Frontline of defense, you could also use a Micky Mouse brand and your 4 guardians do the rest Read More
Help Legalizing Canadian Marriage Cert in HCMC for VEC Renewal by Sugarcrisp
I’m a Canadian citizen living in Nha Trang, married to a Vietnamese/Canadian citizen. I need to legalize my certified marriage certificate (issued by the Ontario Registrar General, not yet authenticated) for my Visa Exemption Certificate (VEC) ...
@Sugarcrisp Yes, a copy of the entire book, black and white, and notarized in Vietnamese notary.One question, if you are living in Vietnam, is it not more convenient a TRC TT rather than a VEC? Anyway, in both cases your Marriage needs ... Read More
Home Security Camera Suggestions Recommendations Tips by Aidan in HCMC
Recent events have prompted me to install a home security system. I'll post the details of those events when (if!) I manage to compose myself. I've never had a system in any of the homes I've lived in. What I'm wanting is a weatherproof camera (or ...
@Aidan in HCMC Hello, this is depending on how many you need, the environment and the area to cover, and of course the local market. For something domestic to cover distances no longer than 12m, and less than 6 cameras: the IMOU cameras are perfect ... Read More
IDP 1949 not recognized by the Vietnamese police by TyNg
During my recent trip to Vietnam, I was stopped by the Vietnamese police and learned that my IDP 1949 is not valid in Vietnam. Are there solutions to this problem, besides getting an IDP 1968 which is not possible for a US citizen? thanks!
@Aidan in HCMC Have you noted that Vietnam has not the asterisk in the pictures of the Canadian IDP ?If you have heard from some IDP 1949 holders that the polices accepted it, that is because they were lucky , but not lawfully. Read More
IDP 1949 not recognized by the Vietnamese police by TyNg
During my recent trip to Vietnam, I was stopped by the Vietnamese police and learned that my IDP 1949 is not valid in Vietnam. Are there solutions to this problem, besides getting an IDP 1968 which is not possible for a US citizen? thanks!
@Aidan in HCMC Every convention has several points that each country can accept and reject. Regarding the Convention of 1949, Vietnam is attached but only for international transit of vehicles and the standard of signs for streets and road, not for ... Read More
IDP for Australians by MarkinNam
In my searching I've found that Australian drivers license isn't accepted in Viet Nam even doubtful in getting a IDP for Australians, how have others gotten on with this (Australians only )
@MarkinNam you don't need in Vietnam an IDP issued by Australia because it is not accepted since is not under the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road (the only signed by Vietnam). USA and Australia are not part of this specific convention, hence the only ... Read More
Legally Recognized Driver's License(s) for Vietnam by Aidan in HCMC
As a tourist/visitor to Vietnam to legally drive a car, or to legally ride a motorbike with an engine displacement over 50cc, you are required to hold a valid driver's license which is recognized in Vietnam. Motorbikes under 50cc require no ...
@Aidan in HCMC Well, @safepeter give the ultimate answer: you can come to Vietnam with your own national license + IDP issued under the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road (also from your own country). USA and Australia are not part of this specific ... Read More
New Vietnamese Citizenship Laws For Viet Kieu AND Foreigner Spouses by OceanBeach92107
This is pretty huge. Major changes in the law will now make it much easier for Việt Kiều to regain citizenship while also opening the door to foreigner spouses of Vietnamese citizens, dropping most of the previous restrictions such as ...
@Jackjones85 no need to update your name in your country of origin, due to two explicit reasons: 1) You will not longer be a citizen in your original country; or, if the VN President allow you to keep your first citizenship, your VN ID/Passport will ... Read More
Question about Declaration of Temporary Residence? by threatenbussiness
Hi, I'm living in in HCMC and my company requires me to renew my temporary residency to renew my contract but the house I'm renting is not capable of doing that. Is there any service that can help me with this one (anywhere in HCMC is fine) since ...
@threatenbussinessThe owner only needs to go to the Police Office of the District with you and put the signature, that's all... No need to show any contract or invoice, just go and say: he/she lives in my house and take your registration. In fact ... Read More
Getting Vietnamese citizenship for child by isherenow
Hi, my child was born in Canada about a year and a half ago (non-Vietnamese father and Vietnamese mother) but we've only recently been looking at the process of getting the child Vietnamese citizenship. We're both on work visas here.Looking at the ...
@isherenow well, since you didn't sign a sworn of renouncing, practically your child is still Canadian. Just keep in mind that status will be preserved while your child is a minor. After that (under the current law) he/she will be requested to ... Read More
What is Momo in Vietnam? by rogergarinmichaud
Hi guys ! Just received a text message from Viettel asking me if I wish to join Momo...In Tibetan the word Momo is a dumpling as in "chogo Momo" which is similar to the "alu samosa" of India = potatoes dumpling.So I am not sure what is this ...
Momo is an application used for electronic payment. You can pay for almost everwithing by scanning the QR-barcodes; you can also navigate in the application and look for food delivery, book a train ticket, cinema, theater, and much. You only need ... Read More
TRC early renewal by Earlyant
My TRC runs out in November and I need to return back to the UK to do some things in August which does not give me much time there if I need to renew in November.I have heard that you can renew at anytime? Is this the case? And, do I need to show ...
I'm sharing this because, after checking with my local policeman, I was directed to contact local (provincial city) immigration here in Đà Nẵng, who has told us that when I need to have my spousal TRC renewed in September, we ... Read More
VIETNAMESE FAMILY LAW ACT by Aidan in HCMC
For those unfamiliar with this legislation, here for your perusal are the particulars.Read it well.(This post was prompted by the enquiry of another member on a recent thread)
@OceanBeach92107 It's from the Vietnamese Citizens only. Before this new circular, they use to go to their hometowns to get the certificate of civil status previous to get married. Now with this circular, that paper is not required, BUT if they ... Read More
TRC early renewal by Earlyant
My TRC runs out in November and I need to return back to the UK to do some things in August which does not give me much time there if I need to renew in November.I have heard that you can renew at anytime? Is this the case? And, do I need to show ...
@Earlyant What kind of TRC do you have? Family, work, investor? Normally the "renewal" should requested between 5 to 45 days before expiring . Also you need to check the expirities in your other documents (passport 1 year, work permit, etc) Read More
Can anyone recomend an experienced CPA that deals with US expat taxes by jrharvey
I really hate that I even have to ask this on a forum but Im not exagerating that I have reached out to over 50 CPAs from all over and I cant find anyone willing to assist someone living overseas. The very few that actually reply all say its too ...
"better call Saul"😉 ... It's hard to find one, They protect themselves because they will need your power, grants and to ensure no movements under the table. Sorry for my answer, maybe but expensive is to look for expensive international ... Read More
Best SIM or Internet Option for Big Downloads While Traveling Vietnam? by MaxG96
Hey everyone! 👋I’m a video editor and I’ll be traveling around Vietnam, mostly in Gia Lai, Bình Thuận, and Long An. I often need to download 10-20GB+ files daily, so I’m looking for fast and reliable internet ...
@MaxG96 Hello, don't worry about prices, you can find a prepaid with 500gb/30days for less than $15. Viettel and Mobifone are the best. If you want to use your roaming-phonenumber, sometimes one or the other works depending the zone you are. Weird ... Read More
Joint Bank accounts: VN and Expat. Which bank? by KKK36
HiTried to open a joint account at ACB today. I am an Aussie with a shiny new 3 year TRC and a beautiful VN wife who is shinier than me :) I was told not possible unless both parties VN nationals.One day, we hope to get her a partner VISA for my ...
@OceanBeach92107 Hi, I cannot deny your experience with Agribank.... I have also heard the same from some other expats, in fact with any bank it works for some few people, but most of the them don't. I think that feature was kept by mistake of the ... Read More
Computer woes, where to buy? by Dannyroc3
My 2017 Macbookpro is occasionally getting a huge barcode-like line down the center of my screen, once it filled the whole screen. If I close it or restart, it goes away but that cant be a sign of good things to come.AI says it could be the screen ...
New one? TopZone stores everywhere in Vietnam.Prices? although you may see the sticker "made in Vietnam" in your Apple devices (as many other brands), prices are like to be delivered to USA after manufactured and then imported to Vietnam again. ... Read More
Joint Bank accounts: VN and Expat. Which bank? by KKK36
HiTried to open a joint account at ACB today. I am an Aussie with a shiny new 3 year TRC and a beautiful VN wife who is shinier than me :) I was told not possible unless both parties VN nationals.One day, we hope to get her a partner VISA for my ...
@KKK36Wait, I didn't suggest to try with international banks... because any bank established in a country must comply the legal controls of that country. In Vietnam foreigners who hold an account can only receive funds by transfers from other ... Read More
Divorce in Vietnam (2024) by Randomguy2040
Hi everyone, me (American) and my wife ( Vietnamese) want to divorce in VN. Neither of us have kids, assets or properties to dispute over. I reached out to a few lawyers online. I was quoted 4000 dollars on average and they recommended an unilateral ...
@pippo calò63 Oh man, please continue your story, why did the court reject your unilateral divorce request? By the law It can be requested after 12 month separated, it means of all conyugal matters, if you are still sending some money to ... Read More
Computer woes, where to buy? by Dannyroc3
My 2017 Macbookpro is occasionally getting a huge barcode-like line down the center of my screen, once it filled the whole screen. If I close it or restart, it goes away but that cant be a sign of good things to come.AI says it could be the screen ...
Macbooks have all their components welded to the mother board; no hard drives or sticks of memory possible to replace. Due to that every Apple workshop is a good lab. Regarding your issue, If everything works fine after a reboot then I dont think ... Read More
Divorce in Vietnam (2024) by Randomguy2040
Hi everyone, me (American) and my wife ( Vietnamese) want to divorce in VN. Neither of us have kids, assets or properties to dispute over. I reached out to a few lawyers online. I was quoted 4000 dollars on average and they recommended an unilateral ...
@Contem talk Weird but possible. #1 Of course she appears as a Single in VN, but she should know that a marriage in any country is globally legal and someone could use it against her for fraud or lies to the Authority. #2 she've got a VEC due to the ... Read More
Whats the solution for ants in VN by Dannyroc3
Jeez, I hate to ask such a petty question but- when I arrived in VN I assumed mosquitoes would be a problem, but that turned out to be no problem (at least I'm my area) the bigger aggravation is the tiny ants.At the first hotel I stayed at (4th ...
@drutterYour ideas are better than the cinnamon. In fact the cinnamon should be the best one, but the Vietnamese cinnamon is a bit bitter Read More
Vietnam Will Allow Starlink Internet For 600,000 Subscribers by OceanBeach92107
Huge!https://www.reuters.com/technology/space/vietnam-issues-decision-allow-spacexs-starlink-satellite-internet-service-2025-03-26/
Exactly @Aidan in HCMC, Starlink suscribers in Vietnam won't be allowed to have their own antenna in the roof, at least until 2031. A centralized monstrosity will link the satellite to end-users via cable or wifi. Eventhough the satellites are free ... Read More
Vietnam Will Allow Starlink Internet For 600,000 Subscribers by OceanBeach92107
Huge!https://www.reuters.com/technology/space/vietnam-issues-decision-allow-spacexs-starlink-satellite-internet-service-2025-03-26/
@OceanBeach92107Mmmmm, the air and the space over a country belong to the country.. To think that someone in the middle of nowhere will put an antenna in the roof and communicate with a satellite out of my eyes.... Mmmmm i think it is not as easy as ... Read More
Fake products in VN by Dannyroc3
The subject of fake products is something I run into a lot.My GF swears everything from cosmetics to Hershey bars are fake. I was thinking of buying a Bluetooth speaker. but wonder if they are just copies.When I look on Lazada, for a MArshall BT ...
Lazada ncludes some alternative items to fish you with lower prices. For example you can see a bicycle for 100k, you enter to the item and you will see only the gloves for that price and the bicycle for 3M. Dont buy medicine or vitamines in ... Read More
Using a bike rather than a Motorbike in a major city? by Dannyroc3
Does anyone have experience using a bike rather than a Motorbike?I'd like to know how effective they are in a place Like HCMC or congested areas.With all the hassle and expense of getting a motorbike, why don't more people use Bikes to get around?I ...
This will be only my point of view. 1) why don't more peaple uses bicycles?, well, in HCMC obviously the long distances, the temperature and the rain. A light weight bicycle is almost same price than a Motorbike.2) how difficult? First you should be ... Read More
Vietnamese Driving Licence Application by mmain
To obtain a Vietnamese driving licence, I understand I need a certified copy of my UK driving licence plus a translation. As my driving licence is a card listing UK vehicle categories, does anyone have a worked example of what they have submitted ...
@SteinNebraskahello, can a VEC be switched into TRC without being revoked? That's is one of my big doubts about the procedures in this country (my other one is what could happen with the residence of an expat vn-married and vn-babies if becomes ... Read More
Vietnamese Driving Licence Application by mmain
To obtain a Vietnamese driving licence, I understand I need a certified copy of my UK driving licence plus a translation. As my driving licence is a card listing UK vehicle categories, does anyone have a worked example of what they have submitted ...
@mmainRegarding passport copies my advise is always to notarize the entire book for the big fortune of $0.60 more. Well, normally it should/might/must be only the cover+datapage+entrystamp+lastpage...but believe me, I had the same issues before and ... Read More
Vietnamese Driving Licence Application by mmain
To obtain a Vietnamese driving licence, I understand I need a certified copy of my UK driving licence plus a translation. As my driving licence is a card listing UK vehicle categories, does anyone have a worked example of what they have submitted ...
@mmainFinish your TRC first. A VEC or another Visa Excemption is not a Visa and cannot be accepted Then you only need your original driver license you use in UK and your passport. Here in Vietnam you must go to a Notary and take 1 certified copy ... Read More
Visa for foreign father by francispatrick
I have a 5 year old daughter living in Vietnam. She has a birthday certificate in my name. I am not with her mother and we were never married. Can I get a family visa
@francispatrick The answer is crude, but true. This is a bout "sponsorship", who will be responsible to care you. Minors obviously cannot. Of course if your child's mother accept to support you, she as the legal tutor can swear and complete the ... Read More
Joint Bank accounts: VN and Expat. Which bank? by KKK36
HiTried to open a joint account at ACB today. I am an Aussie with a shiny new 3 year TRC and a beautiful VN wife who is shinier than me :) I was told not possible unless both parties VN nationals.One day, we hope to get her a partner VISA for my ...
@KKK36Hello, it doesn't matter which bank you ask, national, private, international or digital such as TIMO. In my opinion it's not worthy for Foreigners who are NOT working or investing in Vietnam due to the money inflow restrictionsIn other ... Read More
Experiencing ageism from young expats by AlbertDifi
Hello. I've lived off and on in Vietnam for 15 years and thought I'd finally post about an odd phenomenon I have encountered in the past five years in HCM, That is, not even receiving a responding hello from young expats. They remain silent, do not ...
@AlbertDifiFrom young expats? Are you sure?..... You can see those manners with Vietnamese, South Korean and Japanese too, not because you are an expat, that is also among themselves as locals. And talking about JP and KR, we cannot say anything ... Read More
Marriage contract of separation of property by trangeorges
Hello everybody, I would like to know if someone has already made a marriage contract of separation of property in hanoi?if you can give me the coordinates ( address) of the notaries who make this marriage contract in hanoi? Thanks for your help and ...
@RosechaitDo you dream of buying a house with a big garden with roses and two dogs? forbidden, chỉ là giấc mơDo you want to name your children Jonh or Mary? better think about Hoàng or YếnDo you want to say ... Read More
Marriage contract of separation of property by trangeorges
Hello everybody, I would like to know if someone has already made a marriage contract of separation of property in hanoi?if you can give me the coordinates ( address) of the notaries who make this marriage contract in hanoi? Thanks for your help and ...
@Rosechait foreigners supporting vn-family in law?..... mmmmmm no, but yes. vn-members are required by law to support their family. Hence, your joint money is used for it. After divorced: bye bye.Support ex-spuse? Child support is a must while ... Read More
Marriage contract of separation of property by trangeorges
Hello everybody, I would like to know if someone has already made a marriage contract of separation of property in hanoi?if you can give me the coordinates ( address) of the notaries who make this marriage contract in hanoi? Thanks for your help and ...
@trangeorges In fact that is quite easy, but first you need to clarify your intentions and the scope to yourself and your spouse.Keep this in mind: In Vietnam, as almost all countries, you and your wife have a "Standard Community Property" by ... Read More
Marriage contract of separation of property by trangeorges
Hello everybody, I would like to know if someone has already made a marriage contract of separation of property in hanoi?if you can give me the coordinates ( address) of the notaries who make this marriage contract in hanoi? Thanks for your help and ...
Marriage Process by duggin
Hello - Getting married in VietnamI have read a lot of posts along these lines but many are quite old.Apart from all the documentation CIM passports - Brith Certificates - Health ChecksThe question I still have is how long does it take?. My partner ...
In your country you can go to the Embassy of Vietnam to stamp your papers and a sworn you will marry your partner (name, citizen number, address, blablabla) and a power for your partner to do any paperwork needed for the marriage registration. Send ... Read More
New TT Visa application. by KKK36
Hi,Hoping someone has been through this process recently.Background: The process of getting married to my Viet fiance will hopefully complete soon. I am semi retired. We live in Saigon. Currently here on a 3 month E-Visa.We will likely move ...
@KKK36 aplying an exchange of Visa type is inside the country. They will put the new Visa in your passport and stamp the "used" mark on the previous one . Normally the department will keep your passport during their paperwork, about 15 days Read More
New TT Visa application. by KKK36
Hi,Hoping someone has been through this process recently.Background: The process of getting married to my Viet fiance will hopefully complete soon. I am semi retired. We live in Saigon. Currently here on a 3 month E-Visa.We will likely move ...
Depending what exactly you want and where did you get married. While you are not interested to find a job in Vietnam maybe a VEC could be the best choice for you, faster and cheap. You can also ask for TT Visa, going to the Migration Police where ... Read More
Need advice work permit by Norbertdusa
I am an English teacher in Danang, Vietnam. I recently switched to a new language center and my old employer wants my passport so they can cancel my work permit. But, I fly out of the country in a few days so my new job can start paperwork for my 3 ...
The direct procedure is to stamp the cancellation of your current visa and give you a new 15 visa to leave the country. In your case I suppose you don't need if you leave the country before.The employer (your sponsor) can continue with the ... Read More
Leaving a Job in Vietnam any advice? by niBlue
Hello everyone,I hope you're all having a great weekend.I would need some advice regarding a recent situation I’m facing if possible please . Yesterday, I left my job and I was shocked to find out that my legal documentation (TRC), which ...
@niBlue hello man, what I know is once the decision to terminate your contract, your employer has up to 15 days to go to immigration department to revoke the TRC. In that same moment you and your employer can carry out procedures for grant of a new ... Read More
Entry/Exit Requirement Update: Must Be The Same Passport by Clip
I'm subbed to the UK embassy email notifications. Had one recently that may be significant:Vietnam travel adviceChange made:Information on exit requirements that you cannot leave Vietnam without a valid visa and must enter and exit Vietnam using the ...
@Clip mmmmm.... really that action of entry/exit "showing" same passport applies to any country. For example, you entered to Vietnam, and if you need a new passport from you embassy, you only need to show the previous ... Read More
IT Jobs in Vietnam for foreigners by Serjo Ivanov
Hey guys,I am an experienced software developer with a focus on Front End development (React.js / Next.js / MERN). With over 8 years of experience in commercial and enterprise software (web) development, I previously lived in Vietnam for 4 years ...
@Serjo Ivanov regarding IT Jobs, in the last years there had been some waves of new vietnamese bechalors in IT and the market is a bit saturated. Read More
IT Jobs in Vietnam for foreigners by Serjo Ivanov
Hey guys,I am an experienced software developer with a focus on Front End development (React.js / Next.js / MERN). With over 8 years of experience in commercial and enterprise software (web) development, I previously lived in Vietnam for 4 years ...
@Aidan in HCMC you are right that it is not a obligation to have an English certification. It is rather an extra points in your CV to be competitive over others, specially when you are coming from a non native English speaker country and having ... Read More
How to calculate exchange by Dannyroc3
The exchange rate is so lopsided I need a easy way to calculate.In other countries I could round off and get a close calculation in my head but I am lost in VNWhats the best way on a calculator or other wise to get a rough conversion?
@Dannyroc3 you can find a lot of american brands in a little store inside the Airport (Domestic Departures) in Ho Chi Minh and some other places in the city. However, the taste are not the same. If you love Marlboro Lights, try Saigon Silver Read More