jedimac
English looking for information about Vietnam
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22
About me
English
Lives in cornwall
Speaks A little Vietnamese, Indonesian, and very little Cambodian
Registration: 19 December 2011
Getting Pre-1975 Birth Certificate To Current. by TC0088
I am in the process of getting my dual (Canadian-Vietnamese) citizenship. I would update my progress along the way. After visiting the so-called government-assist agency who wanted $2,200 (converted from Vietnamese Dong) for doing the dual ...
So if I marry a local girl it's easy to get my dual passport? I'm considering it anyway. There are so many great girls here. I'd be a fool not too. ;-) Read More
Getting Pre-1975 Birth Certificate To Current. by TC0088
I am in the process of getting my dual (Canadian-Vietnamese) citizenship. I would update my progress along the way. After visiting the so-called government-assist agency who wanted $2,200 (converted from Vietnamese Dong) for doing the dual ...
Ok, thanks for your help and info. I'm hoping to contribute something glorious to the development of the country very soon. In the educational department. Well here's to dreaming anyhoo! ;-) Read More
Getting Pre-1975 Birth Certificate To Current. by TC0088
I am in the process of getting my dual (Canadian-Vietnamese) citizenship. I would update my progress along the way. After visiting the so-called government-assist agency who wanted $2,200 (converted from Vietnamese Dong) for doing the dual ...
What do you mean? Based on what's in my profile? Read More
Getting Pre-1975 Birth Certificate To Current. by TC0088
I am in the process of getting my dual (Canadian-Vietnamese) citizenship. I would update my progress along the way. After visiting the so-called government-assist agency who wanted $2,200 (converted from Vietnamese Dong) for doing the dual ...
Great! I want one. I plan on making a life here, so it would brilliant to have. What do I have to do? Read More
Getting Pre-1975 Birth Certificate To Current. by TC0088
I am in the process of getting my dual (Canadian-Vietnamese) citizenship. I would update my progress along the way. After visiting the so-called government-assist agency who wanted $2,200 (converted from Vietnamese Dong) for doing the dual ...
Hi guys, Does getting your dual citizenship mean you don't have to renew your visa every three months? Also does it mean you can get a dual passport? Gerard Read More
Coffee peculator by j.keats
Hi all, I'm living in Saigon but I want to buy a coffee perculator so I can make my own good - and strong - coffee. Do you know where I can buy one? They look like this http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/de/Moka2.jpg And what about ...
There must be somewhere you can buy a cafetiere? That's what your looking for right? You got me thinking maybe I should bring one with me. Like you I sometimes like to make my own coffee. Jed Read More
Billiards in Saigon? by David2882
Was wondering if there was anywhwere that foreigners got together to play some pool in HCMC?? Or is there anyone on here that would like to get together to play some 8ball?? I am not that great of a player but would like to get together and play ...
I'll be up for some when I get there! Can't wait! *smiles* Read More
Banking in Vietnam by Stephen9
I have been hearing some say, "do not put your money in Vietnamese banks. One thing that interested me about retiring in Vietnam was the 14% money paid on savings accounts. I know vietnam does not have depositors insurance but was told if I pick a ...
Hey guys, I'm coming to Saigon to live for a while and work as a teacher, I may stay for a long time if it works out. Would you say it's worth my while opening an account or you think I just just hang on to my dollars and spend them as I need to. ... Read More
Golf Club
Hi, I will looking foir somewhere to play when I move to Saigon early April, can you tell me how much 18 holes costs? Thanks Jed Read More
9 ball/ 8ball Competition by jedimac
Hey guys, Does anyone know of any competitions for 9 or 8 ball? Also any good quality billiard/pool halls in Saigon? I will arrive in April and can't wait to practice somewhere good! Any suggestions? Regards Jed
Hey thanks, I know 8 ball better, but I want to learn 9 ball because it seems to be the more prefered game in Asia. Do you have your own motorcylce? I'll be buying my own when I arrive, so if you could show me around a few good halls that would ... Read More
9 ball/ 8ball Competition by jedimac
Hey guys, Does anyone know of any competitions for 9 or 8 ball? Also any good quality billiard/pool halls in Saigon? I will arrive in April and can't wait to practice somewhere good! Any suggestions? Regards Jed
Thanks, Think it'll be a case of getting my my bike and take a look around. Thanks again, can't wait to get out there again! Best wishes Jed Read More
9 ball/ 8ball Competition
Hey guys, Does anyone know of any competitions for 9 or 8 ball? Also any good quality billiard/pool halls in Saigon? I will arrive in April and can't wait to practice somewhere good! Any suggestions? Regards Jed Read More
How to get a motorbike license? by Doda23
Hello to all members who read this, Cab driving is more expensive and takes more time, thats why I need a motorbike license asap! I already checked all possible ways to get one, unfortunately its not allowed to have a translator in the ...
Thanks guys, That's what I thought! So I should always have 50,000 on me, just in case I get stopped! *smiles* Read More
Find Tennis partner by tiffany tran
Hi All, Every one play tennis? i want to find very good partner. Thanks
Hi Tiffany, I'm thinking about starting to play, but I won't be in Saigon until April. If you need someone good at tennis then I'm not the best choice! lol Regards Jed Read More
How to get a motorbike license? by Doda23
Hello to all members who read this, Cab driving is more expensive and takes more time, thats why I need a motorbike license asap! I already checked all possible ways to get one, unfortunately its not allowed to have a translator in the ...
So what happens if you stopped by the police and you don't have a licence? I rode a Honda win from Hanoi to saigon, 3300km in all! I went to the mountains north west of Hanoi first, a place called Sapa, simply amazing! I got stopped once but they ... Read More
My band needs a lead guitarist by Big Nunzio
My band, The Holy Ghosts, is looking to add a lead guitarist. We've been playing around town for about 3 months and very well received so far. We have an American singer, American bassist (me), Vietnamese rhythm guitarist, and a Vietnamese ...
Hey have you tried the new hanion? Regards Jed Read More
Is anyone in Da Nang? by jedimac
I looking to relocate in Vietnam, I have visited most big citys and several small towns but didn't have a look at Da Nang. I'm thinking it could be place to look for work as it's ecomomy is one of the quickest at the moment. If anyone can let me ...
Hi Jaitch, Thanks for reply, I have already travelled the Hai van pass by motorcycle on my own and it was fine! I travelled Ha noi to Saigon bypassing Sapa on the way and had no problems at all, in fact the cheap motorcycle I bought had no problems ... Read More
Is anyone in Da Nang?
I looking to relocate in Vietnam, I have visited most big citys and several small towns but didn't have a look at Da Nang. I'm thinking it could be place to look for work as it's ecomomy is one of the quickest at the moment. If anyone can let me ... Read More