MyGuess
English expat in Vietnam
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Registration: 20 June 2023
Riding a Vietnam motorbike into Cambodia by jayrozzetti23
Has anyone here ever ridden their VN-registered motorbike into Cambodia for a visit/holiday and then returned to Vietnam, i.e. used your own transportation to exit and re-enter VN?Is it possible? If so, what documentation/paperwork is required?
@OceanBeach92107Nah. It was a link I had saved on a Google sheet.Looks to have been updated.I'm certain it "was" about Cambodia checkpoints.It clearly isn't now. Stand corrected. Read More
Helmets in VN by qnbui
I'm probably going to be riding a scooter in VN wen I go there and I'm taking a class to get my motorcycle license before I leave for VN. So my question is, are the helmets in VN DOT or SNELL rated? Or only if I purchase imported helmets like Bell, ...
Depends where you will be, but Vietfullface, 214 Võ Văn Tần, Phường 5, Quận 3, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, have reasonable priced helmets, LS2, Yohe, HJC etc. You can find their website at ... 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]
@Aidan in HCMCSo absolutely no relevance with anything that's ever happened since.......... 😉Changing the subject completely. Anyone heard of a Dr Fauci🙄 Read More
LETS HAVE A LAUGH BUT NO FILTH by goodolboy
windscreen wipers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=020InK5E99A
@Aidan in HCMCA gruntled grumpy old git :-) Read More
LETS HAVE A LAUGH BUT NO FILTH by goodolboy
windscreen wipers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=020InK5E99A
Yep!!!I'm perfectly happy be a grumpy old git around too many English speakers. 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]
@Aidan in HCMCKhe Sanh coffee is great. There is sometimes a gas station, and two hotels in Long Son, sometimes they've been open.... Other times not.... (Nha Ngi's Duc Ton and Truong Thanh)Never experienced any police interference. Carried gas from ... 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]
@OceanBeach92107Lovely stretch of road. I'll be doing the Da Nang, Prao, A Loui, Khe Sanh, Phong Nha part beginning of April.Riding up from Saigon in two weeks time to see some friends, then I've entered a few trail and road runs, will do a cave ... Read More
Riding a Vietnam motorbike into Cambodia by jayrozzetti23
Has anyone here ever ridden their VN-registered motorbike into Cambodia for a visit/holiday and then returned to Vietnam, i.e. used your own transportation to exit and re-enter VN?Is it possible? If so, what documentation/paperwork is required?
Further to earlier reply. And from Gearhead. Vn websiteLink: https://gearhead.vn/category/through-the-visor/You now must have the Cross Border Transport Permit Read More
Riding a Vietnam motorbike into Cambodia by jayrozzetti23
Has anyone here ever ridden their VN-registered motorbike into Cambodia for a visit/holiday and then returned to Vietnam, i.e. used your own transportation to exit and re-enter VN?Is it possible? If so, what documentation/paperwork is required?
Yeah, a number of times on a Honda Blade, RSX and a Wave. Needed the blue card (wasn't in my name) and my passport. I had a notarized letter for the Blade but they weren't interested. Been across at Ha Tien and Moc Bai. Big bike, never tried. But ... Read More
Best ATMs in HCMC to withdraw large sums of money? by sess
I'm getting an apartment in HCMC and am looking for an ATM that will allow me to withdraw around 15,000,000 dong in one or two tries. It's especially important to limit the number of withdrawals because the card I will be using is not ...
Vietcombank on Bui Bang Doan, Tan Phong, D7 has 10,000,000 vnd, so does the HSBC on Nguyen Luong Bang, Tan Phu, D7 Read More
Cost of living in Vietnam in 2024 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Vietnam, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in Vietnam. Here ...
"When it comes to housing, what is the cost of renting or buying an apartment or house in Vietnam?"The better half (local) and I rent a 88m² 2 bedroom apartment in Phu My Hung next to FV. Came furnished. 20,000k (VND) per month includes ... Read More
SOME SIGNS OF THE TIMES IN VIETNAM by goodolboy
https://e.vnexpress.net/news/food/vietnamese-man-revealed-as-buyer-of-worlds-largest-whisky-bottle-for-1-4m-4648579.html?fbclid=IwAR1tB1Xl9_9jNDGmLEc5mp2goiZoq_q6jPnlOi0cwXy1q04MRXkPpcg4FuI
@Aidan in HCMCI'm umming and arring re a Transalp....Love the ATwin, but just too damned heavy (same with BMW GS), and KTM electronics kicks the 890Adv in to touch..... Read More
LETS HAVE A LAUGH BUT NO FILTH by goodolboy
windscreen wipers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=020InK5E99A
@Aidan in HCMCBegpackers. It was getting very prevalent before 2020. Read More
LETS HAVE A LAUGH BUT NO FILTH by goodolboy
windscreen wipers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=020InK5E99A
May the fleas of a thousand camels infest the arse of anyone who ....ucks up your New Year. And may their arms be too short to scratch it. Read More
Introducing VN Friends To Western Foods by Aidan in HCMC
I seem to be batting 1000, as each time I've prepared Western foods for VN friends they seem to be genuinely pleased. I was thinking that this just might be their being polite, but after watching them dig in for seconds (and thirds)...So far I've ...
Mom baked it in the oven, made it with dry short grain rice, milk and butter. Then I'd fight my brother for the nutmeg and mace "skin" on the top.Maybe need to give it a go in the Sanaky oven Read More
LETS HAVE A LAUGH BUT NO FILTH by goodolboy
windscreen wipers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=020InK5E99A
@goodolboyGo for it. Looks like it would lose at least half Read More
What do people do when they retire in VN? by qnbui
I've been planning my early retirement for a few years now and moving to VN when I retire after my dog passed away. Well, sadly, I had to say goodbye to my beloved dog yesterday. His health was failing and it was time to say goodbye. Now that he's ...
Sinners unite!!!I'll decline the offer ***. I much prefer another's. And I'm perfectly happy to not find out....Vietnam is great. Nothing to do? Meh, damn I must have been very lazy these past years 🤣 Read More
Is it possible to change USER NAME here?[B]banned by smartoil1419
Brand new to this forum.Confused when signing up.USER NAME snipped part of my email.Any way to change my USER NAME?Of if can not do that, I'll just sign up again ... being more careful with the details.
Try emailing:-contact.cmteam@expat.com Read More
Testing photo url, blast along the QL55
Testing the url picture link.Lovely blast along the QL55 today,Hàm Thuận lake.Lots of construction going on, looks to be homestays and coffee shops taking advantage of the lake view. Read More
Expat tax consultant by vastberaden
US guy here looking for recommendations for a US tax consultant based in HCMC.Thanks
Well..... I've a buddy in Singapore, moved there just one year in to his 10 year passport. 9 years later applied for his passport renewal......" Fill out this application, pay fee, we'll get it taken care of".Next correspondence....Demand for unpaid ... Read More
Schwab Accounts in Vietnam by GuestPoster954309
I just opened a Schwab Investment/Saving/Checking account in preparation to relocate - for good - to Vietnam. During a search of the forum, I noticed the threads are pretty old, anyone have incite on if Schwab is a dependable brokerage to use in ...
@ChoculaD I set up a Google voice number (years ago)No issues so far.I've an ATT number on the e-sim at the moment. Just back from a trip, it will expire in a few days, but it's also another method I've heard of working. Read More
visa exemption and ERC by 00jw
Hello everyone, I'm excited to be moving back to Vietnam this year. Me and my Vietnamese wife are planning to start a small business. I have a lot of questions. but I'll try to keep it short. I have 5 year visa exemption. I know married people can ...
@00jw you need to change your exotion to TRC Read More
Gym Membership in HCMC by RTLisSB
I noticed several gyms in HCMC. The city seems to have everything from large "Western" chains to smaller, local gyms. Has anyone had experience with joining a good gym in HCMC (D1, 2, or 3)? If so, was there a downside? Can you give me an idea of ...
@RTLisSB I use Fit24. It's not open 24 hours though.It's the usual salesman/woman exercise when you go in. Because I'm here long term I don't have an issue and you can pay a fee of 200k put your membership on hold which I do if I go away for any ... 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]
Currently on my mind is why did I take a two month project back in the @#$!!!Wind energy.... Snake Oil. No bias ;-)còn 21 ngày nữa....But, the beer is better here. Small bonus. Read More
Looking for Foreign English Teacher by My Thuong
Dear all,Our center based in Quang Ngai City, Quang Ngai Province are looking for the foreign English Teacher. If you are interested, kindly send your CV to our e-mail: *** or message me.Thanks,
https://maps.app.goo.gl/8cgA2JC5dxRMm1gKAHalf way between between Qui Nhon (to south) and Hoi An (to north)....... 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,I've been here on and off a little over thirty years. Initially for some work projects during the early 90's. If i've not been working, I've lived here. Sai Gon, Vung Tau, Nha Trang, Phan Thiet.Work in the energy industry; o&g, wind, ... Read More
Buying a new phone (Samsung Ultra S23)in Vietnam by John123470
Hello,I am currently in London, travelling to Vietnam next weekI am about to buy a Samsung S23 Ultra phone here in London. This model is around £1400 in London. These models are also made in Samsung factory in VietnamI am just wondering if ...
Well we're mostly fluid.... Let's do it in gamma ;-) Read More
Buying a new phone (Samsung Ultra S23)in Vietnam by John123470
Hello,I am currently in London, travelling to Vietnam next weekI am about to buy a Samsung S23 Ultra phone here in London. This model is around £1400 in London. These models are also made in Samsung factory in VietnamI am just wondering if ...
Nah, they're correct 22,000k vnd is 22,000 × thousand.It's very normal to see prices written such in Vietnam. k is just x³22,000k is 22,000,000Even lower prices stuff written as 10k, 10,000 Read More
Buying a new phone (Samsung Ultra S23)in Vietnam by John123470
Hello,I am currently in London, travelling to Vietnam next weekI am about to buy a Samsung S23 Ultra phone here in London. This model is around £1400 in London. These models are also made in Samsung factory in VietnamI am just wondering if ...
@John123470 no, I live in Saigon. It's a physical store on Tran Hung Dao. Read More
Buying a new phone (Samsung Ultra S23)in Vietnam by John123470
Hello,I am currently in London, travelling to Vietnam next weekI am about to buy a Samsung S23 Ultra phone here in London. This model is around £1400 in London. These models are also made in Samsung factory in VietnamI am just wondering if ...
@John12347022,000k vnd 256gb 8gb27,000k vnd 512gb 12gb45,000k vnd 1tb 12 gbGive or take a couple of k vnd.Or GBP 740 to GBP 1570(GBP 1 ≈ 29.7k vnd)Nguyen Kim website 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]
In China you'll see the older folk walking backwards in the parks. Very low knee problems with age.Knees over toes guy is capitalizing on it....Others are going with BPC157/TB500 peptide injections....Or buy in to to the approved to make ... Read More
5 year VEC validity by drybones
I have a 5 year VEC which expires in September 2023. I plan to come to Vietnam in May this year and stay for 1 month. I have been given conflicting information as to whether or not my VEC will be accepted on arrival at Tan Son Nhat. I have told I ...
Yeah all sounds good.I've friends on visa exemption certificates. They come and go freely, no issues.If they stay here long term , six months is the maximum stay on the VEC, they tend to take a vacation in South East Asia or do the ubiquitous Moc ... Read More
Do you have a preferred US Bank & Vietnamese Bank? by Stillwater71
Hello! I will be retiring early from Public School (Educator/Counselor) in a couple of years and plan to move to Vietnam soon after and work as an English Teacher. I would like to set-up a Bank Account here in the US and in Vietnam that is ...
@jrharvey Great for use in Vietnam. Been around since 2015/16 so they're new and offer some of the best time deposit rates.I've heard people mention app security and hacking...but not read or experienced any so. I use them happy so far. Customer ... Read More
Secure your financial assets as an expat in Vietnam by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As we navigate the exciting world of living and working in Vietnam, it's essential to make informed decisions about our financial future. We’d love to hear about the different investment options available for expats: how ...
I use HSBC bank, have premier status overseas. HSBC is more of a brand awareness campaign in Vietnam.There are some amusing procedures for getting money out of the country. It must be LSOF (Legal Source of Funds) if its legal paid wages (taxes paid) ... Read More