toni345th
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Electric saving devices by toni345th
On Facebook now in Cambodia various devices are being advertised that you plug into your electrics and can save between 20% to 40% electricity, this is a SCAM, tested by scientists and proved to non viable, you have been warned look it up,
@Fred Yes & it's back again Read More
Electric saving devices
On Facebook now in Cambodia various devices are being advertised that you plug into your electrics and can save between 20% to 40% electricity, this is a SCAM, tested by scientists and proved to non viable, you have been warned look it up, Read More
New members of the Cambodia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Cambodia 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 ...
@jamesflower2002 Hi buddy, having spent 12 years here in Phnom Penh, I have seen changes, traffic lights are one, health care another, but still learning the logic of Cambodia takes a long time, and is far different from the west, respect is given ... Read More
How to adapt to the expat challenges of everyday life in Cambodia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Adapting to everyday life as an expat in Cambodia can be both exciting and overwhelming: different habits, systems, and sometimes even unexpected surprises! Simple things like paying bills, using public transport, or even greeting ...
The thing I like about Cambodia is that in the UK you have all sorts of rights but can do very little with out affecting someone, but in Cambodia you have a lot less rights but you can do a lot more with out affecting someone, life is much more ... Read More
Ppctv no communication at all
Since 25/2 /2025 the wire choppers have been in the streets 136& 19 and cut our internet & WiFi, but now there are wires hanging on the lamp posts but still no internet or TV, any ideas anyone, ppctv just do not answer phone email text just ... Read More
Bank notes by toni345th
Having been here in Phnom Penh for over 10 years, the main problem is usa bank notes, and the inability of banks to take any USA bank notes to exchange for riel, if they have the following, 1 a small tear anywhere, 2 badly folded in the middle, 3 ...
@JoeKhmer Hi Joe, I guess the Cambodian banks have a problem getting new USA notes for damaged ones, so I understand that, but according to the latest news NBC is changing damaged USA bank notes, I guess this is not true ?, thanks for info Read More
Bank notes
Having been here in Phnom Penh for over 10 years, the main problem is usa bank notes, and the inability of banks to take any USA bank notes to exchange for riel, if they have the following, 1 a small tear anywhere, 2 badly folded in the middle, 3 ... Read More
In 2025, enjoy the little glimmers of expat life by Julien
Dear Expat.com Members,As we welcome this new year, we send you our warmest wishes for 2025.We are pleased to support you at every stage of your expat journey: whether you're considering living abroad, planning an upcoming move, already settled into ...
@Julien I have been semi retired here in Phnom Penh for over 10 years, in that time I have seen a lot of progress by the king hun Sen and the government, in transport, waste management & collection, road signs and lights, the construction of the ... Read More
Retirement visa in Cambodia by Simichou71
Hello everyone,Is it possible to get a retirement visa if I haven't reach the age in my country which is 65. In 2 years I will be 55 and I want to expatriate to Cambodia. So I cannot proove I am retired in my country.What is your experience ?Many ...
You can get a retirement visa at 55 but you do need at least $1500 monthly income or a pension, you can not wor you need a work permit, clean criminal record, follow the rules and your fine, Read More
New members of the Cambodia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Cambodia 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 ...
A retirement visa you can not work, or seek any income, but can be 3 months 6 months or a year, good luck in Cambodia Read More
Over 60 Cambodia health care vision by toni345th
A question was asked of me why can Cambodian people under 60 have a free health scheme, but older Cambodian people over 60 are told sorry it's government rules and get angry and say talk to Hun manet. Is this the vision of future health care for ...
Free Health to a population is the top priority for any country if the old with no money are not looked after, then the young may think will i be looked after if i have no money, and will leave if they can to a country that will, that's why so many ... Read More
Over 60 Cambodia health care vision
A question was asked of me why can Cambodian people under 60 have a free health scheme, but older Cambodian people over 60 are told sorry it's government rules and get angry and say talk to Hun manet. Is this the vision of future health care for ... Read More
Cost to die in Cambodia by Richard Crofts
Anyone know what the costs are if expat dies and is cremated as Buddhist. 1.Police charge 2. prepare body charge 3. cremation charge 4. donation to Buddhist Temple 5. Any other costs
@JoeKhmer Hi Joe My partner's khmer mum died, she was cremated, close family at the funeral, then a party in the afternoon, with the ashes 100 days later put in the family burial crypt, the cost $5250 but the 50 guests all pay a donation to the ... Read More
New members of the Cambodia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Cambodia 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 ...
Health care should be your priority Read More
One way ticket to PP from London by Nicholas Warner
....with South China Airlines via Guangzhou to Phnom Pehn : could there be an issue boarding ?
@Nicholas WarnerFly direct to Singapore then to Phnom Penh on Singapore airways book direct with Singapore airways, far east plane travel is not like Europe with Singapore airways they have a 24/7 desk in changi if you ever have a problem, other ... Read More
Medication in Cambodia by Loïc
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like Cambodia ...
@LoïcMany medicines are available without prescription but you must get them from ministry registered pharmacies delagere in monivon boulevard phnom Penh is a very good pharmacist and qualified staff, but if you bring any medicines with you ... Read More
Where will my money and asset goes if I die by suzannateja
Hi, I am Indonesian marry to Cambodian. I have been in Cambodia for 15 years.We have our marriage legally registered in Cambodia, I would like to ask, if example one day I die, will my money and any asset (in both Cambodia and my origin country) ...
@suzannatejaTalk to a lawyer at the first opportunity to discuss making a will, this is a legal nessasary and you must be advised by a professional. Read More
Cambodian wedding by Georrges Simon
Hi,The son of my partner is getting married .There are quite a bunch of ceremonies. They ask me to dress the classical way for wedding which involved several classical wedding cloths, quite different from ours. Is it an imperative imposed by the ...
@Georrges SimonHi when you marry a foreigner east or west, to not don the traditional dress if required is like telling your bride she can't ware a white wedding dress, a male mostly wares a monkey suit of various types, but this is Cambodia it has ... Read More
Happy Khmer new year by mpmilestogo
Enjoy. Stay safe. Alin and I send our best to all. Pretty soon from Koh Rong. Beach time!
Happy Khmer new year to all family & friends in Cambodia 2024. Read More
About a food stall and a food truck business in Cambodia by YUOI
Is it possible for foreigners to open a food stall on the street or start up a food truck business in Cambodia?
@hdgh29You should read the what was said in messages the word rasist was used & corruption, which is a widely used comment in the west, and here its unnecessary, Read More
About a food stall and a food truck business in Cambodia by YUOI
Is it possible for foreigners to open a food stall on the street or start up a food truck business in Cambodia?
This started out a question on having a street food stall by a foreigner, but quickly developed into rasist & corruption, the west knows all about that, but here it's just not important to the avg person, they just want a home education for ... Read More
Disgusted with the system by Village287
After mentoring at great expense a smart girl from a very poor family to go to university and after 4 years of hard work she finished top of her class and received her teaching degree, a private school in Phnom Penh snapped her up and she commenced ...
@Ontheroad5Well good bye & good luck, where ever you move on to, do let us all know So we can see what other countries are like, as you seem to think we are all existing in poverty, ta ta. Read More
IPhone Help by forgottenman
Hello,Any experiences with some entity to resolve an iPhone issue in Sihanoukville?
@forgottenmanDepends on the issue any phone shop if they can't they know who can, Read More
Waste Management in Cambodia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As an expat in Cambodia, waste management can often pose challenges and requires an understanding of local standards and regulations. Understanding local practices is essential for environmental compliance and seamless integration ...
@CherylEven in my home country of the UK they are still learning waste management, but the reality is it starts with packaging that is brought by people, who are the first ones to have to deal with the waste, now ten years ago riverside had lots of ... Read More
Boat boating, import and use of boats in Cambodia by Wobo
Hi people,Thanks in advance for any assistance.I like boats. I notice that allmost all the boats i see apart from the wooden traditional styles are made in china alibaba style. There are also a few very high living billionaire boats but i dont see ...
@WoboHi I am a UK foreigner retired boat owner, but my vessel is a schooner 20 tons, and I will say that it is a jungle when wanting to have a vessel in Cambodia, shinouckville port is the sailing area of Cambodia, but you will not find many boats, ... Read More
Culinary Opportunities in Cambodia - Your Insights Welcome by stephanoppenhagen
Dear Phnom Penh Expat Community,I trust this message finds you well. My name is Stephan Oppenhagen, an accomplished professional Chef with a rich background that spans fine dining restaurants, Michelin-starred establishments, large banqueting, ...
@stephanoppenhagenHi well you have come from rich or well of countries, where it would be common to pay £100 + a meal each, there are 5* hotels and restaurants here in Phnom Penh, before I retired I used to go to restaurants like ... Read More
Culinary Opportunities in Cambodia - Your Insights Welcome by stephanoppenhagen
Dear Phnom Penh Expat Community,I trust this message finds you well. My name is Stephan Oppenhagen, an accomplished professional Chef with a rich background that spans fine dining restaurants, Michelin-starred establishments, large banqueting, ...
@stephanoppenhagenHi well you have come from rich or well of countries, where it would be common to pay £100 + a meal, there are 5* hotels and restaurants here in Phnom Penh, before I retired I used to go to restaurants like you talk off, here ... Read More
Health Insurance by Ledhead62
Hello all,I am a 62 year old Canadian male who is in the process of moving to Cambodia to retire. I would appreciate any thoughts, experiences and advice on acquiring health insurance. Thank you in advance for the help.
@Fred CamboForte good to go, and in Cambodia they pay your bill direct Read More
Goat banks by FOH2
poor Communities in Pursat and Battambang have goat banks. Does anyone know where we can easily sell the goats?standing in the gap for these communities….looking forward in hearing wisdom!
@FOH2Goats have been raised for their meat and exported to Vietnam who buy most from small producers of goats, talk to the ministry of food, then you may understand the business of goats meat, Read More
What birthday gift for my young Khmer girlfriend ? by Fred Cambo
Hello,She is 22, soon 23, from a rural area in Kratie, I am a bit older (secret), from Europe, resident in Cambodia since 2019, our relationship is still new but it is starting to build up nicely (very nicely in fact), while we of course not live ...
@Fred CamboTake her around a gold shop, make sure you have a reasonable amount of cash, khmers love gold they always have, if she looks excited then you know what to do, Read More
Disgusted with the system by Village287
After mentoring at great expense a smart girl from a very poor family to go to university and after 4 years of hard work she finished top of her class and received her teaching degree, a private school in Phnom Penh snapped her up and she commenced ...
@Village287hiAs your a mentor, it's important to do due diligence, English teachers are well paid for the cost of living in PP, Khmer teachers not so well but with a university degree even starting at primary level at state school, would be $375 ... Read More
Small all round builders by toni345th
Wanted jobbing builder who can fit a small modern kitchen, A kitchen supplier who can provide a kitchen with wood doors & end panels, Someone who can build a set of wood stairs to a bedroom, A plumber to fix the drip from the heater above the ...
@Aidan in HCMCI live in daun Penh Read More
Small all round builders
Wanted jobbing builder who can fit a small modern kitchen, A kitchen supplier who can provide a kitchen with wood doors & end panels, Someone who can build a set of wood stairs to a bedroom, A plumber to fix the drip from the heater above the ... Read More
Disgusted with the system by Village287
After mentoring at great expense a smart girl from a very poor family to go to university and after 4 years of hard work she finished top of her class and received her teaching degree, a private school in Phnom Penh snapped her up and she commenced ...
@Village287There is nothing wrong with the system, trained teachers with a degree in PP is $1200 - $2500 a month, for a Khmer/ English teacher, fluent in writing speaking English is sought after, and international schools pay well, if your ... Read More
Vietnam visa run at Moc Bai border USD bills quality question by peterpan75
Hello,I asked this in Vietnam forum but was suggested to ask here.I need to do a visa run soon from Vietnam. I have older smaller USD bills(meaning not crisp, like for exchanging for VND, etc. Will they be accepted for a Cambodia visa for entering ...
@1947tarasThey don't like 1992 for some reason Read More
Vietnam visa run at Moc Bai border USD bills quality question by peterpan75
Hello,I asked this in Vietnam forum but was suggested to ask here.I need to do a visa run soon from Vietnam. I have older smaller USD bills(meaning not crisp, like for exchanging for VND, etc. Will they be accepted for a Cambodia visa for entering ...
@peterpan75Banks will not take damaged US dollors, that's why nobody in Cambodia wants them, don't expect border force to except old dirty creased marked or before 1992 bills, in Cambodia you will not see many $1 or $2 bills they are being phased ... Read More
Vietnam visa run at Moc Bai border USD bills quality question by peterpan75
Hello,I asked this in Vietnam forum but was suggested to ask here.I need to do a visa run soon from Vietnam. I have older smaller USD bills(meaning not crisp, like for exchanging for VND, etc. Will they be accepted for a Cambodia visa for entering ...
@peterpan75Good you ask, in Phnom penh lucky supermarket they are getting very picky about any dollors bills any with marks pen inks small splits, and 1992 notes, they don't want, as the staff get the loss, but now even notes with a worn crease in ... Read More
Cost of living in Cambodia in 2024 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Cambodia, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in ...
@Small BoxThe gym is good on sorya mall daun Penh, Another is on river side Cambodian hotel $49 a month, Read More
Cost of living in Cambodia in 2024 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Cambodia, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in ...
@Small BoxI am a British citizen born & bred, 14 years ago I semi retired, to a more enlightened country Cambodia, the reason I put p/a is I'm a numbers man and when you totals you can keep track of your finachiel position in the big picture, Read More
Carpenter joiner plumber & electrician
Looking for kitchen builder and installer with real wood doors, & stairs construction in daun Penh, Read More
Cost of living in Cambodia in 2024 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Cambodia, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in ...
@CherylHi I gave a $1000 a month for cost of living in Phnom Penh, which is unfair and limited, So I have been in PP 10 years, British male, Khmer femail, both retired, no drink, no smoke, live in daun Penh, These are our costs now, we own a home so ... Read More
Very Important : British Expat Pensions. by Sunsailor
It is very important for British expats to sign the latest UK petition to apply annual pension increases to all countries and not to just the out dated and limited list which excludes increases for Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam. Many expats also do ...
@SunsailorThen only retire full time when you have to, that way they can't freeze it, keep the best of both worlds summer in the UK, winters abroad unless I am wrong retirement is when you permanently leave the uk, and 180 days or less abroad & ... Read More
Very Important : British Expat Pensions. by Sunsailor
It is very important for British expats to sign the latest UK petition to apply annual pension increases to all countries and not to just the out dated and limited list which excludes increases for Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam. Many expats also do ...
@FredAnother reason the UK wanted out of the EU is pensions even now the French pension is a third more, and sooner or later they would have had to come in line with our nearest neighbour, Read More
Cost of living in Cambodia in 2024 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Cambodia, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in ...
@jayrozzetti23As an ex pat Brit you can have a comfortable life in Phnom Penh on $12000 p/a, Aircon can add $80 a month, & health care is good in PP, and reasonable, but opperations, if your a brit and used to not paying, can be scary, Read More
Cambodia Marriage Certificate by lidyalegend
Hi everyone, Sorry my english not that goodI from IndonesiaSo, i will married my cambodia boyfriend soon, i had done my document just need to submit at the Ministry, but i heard for foreigner have to pay the fee for marriage certificate around ...
@lidyalegendThat's true, it seems that both of you are being taken advantage of, but to marry is long term, so better to wait and get the right information from the ministry's involved, Read More
Cambodia Marriage Certificate by lidyalegend
Hi everyone, Sorry my english not that goodI from IndonesiaSo, i will married my cambodia boyfriend soon, i had done my document just need to submit at the Ministry, but i heard for foreigner have to pay the fee for marriage certificate around ...
@lidyalegend Maybe you need to think about your Cambodian boyfriend a bit more, as he is local and Cambodian and appears to be quite sure it's $2000 for marrying a Cambodian, when it is plainly not, he is the man let him pay, why you have to pay, ... Read More
CAMBODIA FORUM CODE OF CONDUCT by expat.com
Hi all, In order to keep the forum clear, friendly and useful, we invite you to follow these guidelines. They have been made to help you in using the forum. [b]FIRST STEPS ON THE FORUM:[/b] > Before writing, we invite you to have a look at the ...
@BhavnaHi Bhava, Thank you toni Read More
CAMBODIA FORUM CODE OF CONDUCT by expat.com
Hi all, In order to keep the forum clear, friendly and useful, we invite you to follow these guidelines. They have been made to help you in using the forum. [b]FIRST STEPS ON THE FORUM:[/b] > Before writing, we invite you to have a look at the ...
@BhavnaHi which member was that There are a few odd ones, Regards Toni Read More
Family tragedy by Village287
In the last 2 years a little 5 year old boy has lost his, father, mother and yesterday 13 th.January at 4 am his 16 year old sister, she was cremated at 3pm same day by people donating 50 cents or $1 dollar, as no relatives can be found he is an ...
What is exactly the point you are trying to make, as you appear to want to be some saving angel, but condem all those around you, There are government & organisations charities that assists orphans and those in dire situations all over ... Read More
Foreward thinking Cambodia.
To all For the 10years I have been in Cambodia, I have seen an improvement in many things schools, roads, traffic laws, traffic lights, health care, workers national insurance, I was here in COVID and observed the immediate reaction to the virus by ... Read More
CAMBODIA FORUM CODE OF CONDUCT by expat.com
Hi all, In order to keep the forum clear, friendly and useful, we invite you to follow these guidelines. They have been made to help you in using the forum. [b]FIRST STEPS ON THE FORUM:[/b] > Before writing, we invite you to have a look at the ...
@hahaweihusabcods wallop buddy, you don't know the USA and Cambodia either, Read More
New members of the Cambodia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Cambodia 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 ...
@JulienToni from the UK, Have been transversing to Phnom Penh and the UK every 6 months since 2013, retired living in daun penh, Read More
New members of the Cambodia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Cambodia 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 ...
@juliehutchinson066Hi To open a bank account, you will need a 6 month or 12 month visa, passport, an address hotel rental agreement, dollors, you will need to look on the internet all banks have different rules for accounts, and different amounts to ... Read More
Relocating to Cambodia by prettymanga80
Hi All,I am Pretty from Africa, Cameroon.I need advise on my relocation plans,Cambodia.I did some research about Singapore already and I also want to compare with Cambodia.I have been an English teacher for the past 18 years and taught in a ...
Spend a month in Singapore and a month in cambodia, and you would know first hand that Singapore is very expensive to live, and Cambodia is very reasonable, and that determines your future in either, never relocate on what is said on forums find out ... Read More
Phnom Penh good dentist not member of rip off brotherhood? by narcrepellant2525
I have to remove thread stitches- does anybody knows reliable dentist in PP who can do that?
@narcrepellant2525SV dental clinic corner street 119 & street 136, daun penh Read More
Phnom Penh good dentist not member of rip off brotherhood? by narcrepellant2525
I have to remove thread stitches- does anybody knows reliable dentist in PP who can do that?
Very good dentist corner of street 19 & street 136, Read More
My move to Cambodia by alby2111
Hi, I have moved to Cambodia from Australia believing all the online info and the obsolete info from the move to Cambodia site and can only say one thing. Cambodia is not cheaper than Australia in many instances. If you are looking for ...
@dcoulthurstCambodia is a great country calm polite and comfortably and relatively cheap to live compared to the west, but here they only have a fledgling universal health system, which is improving by the year, but it does not include expats, so ... Read More
My move to Cambodia by alby2111
Hi, I have moved to Cambodia from Australia believing all the online info and the obsolete info from the move to Cambodia site and can only say one thing. Cambodia is not cheaper than Australia in many instances. If you are looking for ...
@AhjayI think disability is often a grey area, but being a diabetic is a problem in regards to health insurance as it can be allied with many ailments so there is a possibility of no cover if linked to a diabetic, maybe I am wrong, Read More
Planning to visit a lady I've met online by pf flyer
Hello,I'm Patrick from the US. I'm planning on visiting shortly to meet a Cambodian woman I met online. I'm 66, she's 38. She's very enthusiastic to meet me after a few weeks of conversation. I've read some of the posts ...
@pf flyerHi Patrick It's true when we were young we all frequented the bars pubs discos beach all depending on what country we lived in, well time moves on so do the way we meet in the 21st century our whole lives seem to be around the internet and ... Read More
Planning to visit a lady I've met online by pf flyer
Hello,I'm Patrick from the US. I'm planning on visiting shortly to meet a Cambodian woman I met online. I'm 66, she's 38. She's very enthusiastic to meet me after a few weeks of conversation. I've read some of the posts ...
@pf flyerIt's a marriage visa, which is different to a tourist visa, it can be just as long winded as getting any 6 month fiance visit out of Cambodia, to a foreign country, lots of forms fees history finachiel on both sides, well it is for the UK, Read More
Planning to visit a lady I've met online by pf flyer
Hello,I'm Patrick from the US. I'm planning on visiting shortly to meet a Cambodian woman I met online. I'm 66, she's 38. She's very enthusiastic to meet me after a few weeks of conversation. I've read some of the posts ...
@pf flyer Read More
Planning to visit a lady I've met online by pf flyer
Hello,I'm Patrick from the US. I'm planning on visiting shortly to meet a Cambodian woman I met online. I'm 66, she's 38. She's very enthusiastic to meet me after a few weeks of conversation. I've read some of the posts ...
@pf flyerI don't know what a k1 visa is either ? Read More
My move to Cambodia by alby2111
Hi, I have moved to Cambodia from Australia believing all the online info and the obsolete info from the move to Cambodia site and can only say one thing. Cambodia is not cheaper than Australia in many instances. If you are looking for ...
@dcoulthurstPrivate health care in let's say the UK is free to all, In the USA it's not, insurance is provided by the company you work for, or a free hospital, or yourself that caused over 600000 Americans to go bankrupt owing medical bills one ... Read More
Planning to visit a lady I've met online by pf flyer
Hello,I'm Patrick from the US. I'm planning on visiting shortly to meet a Cambodian woman I met online. I'm 66, she's 38. She's very enthusiastic to meet me after a few weeks of conversation. I've read some of the posts ...
@pf flyerHi buddy, she appears to be holding on to her independence which is reasonable, and may have saved enough for a short finachiel independence, but you are rich foreigner and she is the poor Khmer, in spite of her no need for dollors, but all ... Read More
Do Khmer girls have multiple boyfriends? by Moxy1311
I have been talking with and met a khmer girl. I met her family the last time I was in the country and got permission from her parents to be her boyfriend which I believe is the custom. I am 56 (today) and she is 33/34 never been married. Things got ...
@hdgh29Good reply buddy, it can be very difficult for old fashioned devout khmer Buddhist ladies to survive outside of Thier homeland, for foreign men it's lot easier, Read More
Car import taxes calculation by Saiff101-
Hi everyone, I am looking to import a car into Cambodia, however, I just am not able to calculate the customs, tried contacting the custom department but they don't speak English (Also am not in Cambodia right now). Can any please help me know ...
@Small BoxWell I have done all that even had a Ferrari 308 & an f150 lightning truck which I do miss, but I am old now and like to avoid the( CIA )Confrontation Irritation and Aggravation, which would give me all 3 driving in Phnom Penh as ... Read More
Christmas Fare PP by Ben_Gunn
Hey there, does anyone know where I might grab some mince pies and / or a christmas pudding in Phnom Penh?Not in a restaurant I want to buy some. I am pretty sure I saw some a few years back but I can't remember where and I haven't seen them last ...
In your dreams buddy, but you never know someone may be making them somewhere lol Read More
Car import taxes calculation by Saiff101-
Hi everyone, I am looking to import a car into Cambodia, however, I just am not able to calculate the customs, tried contacting the custom department but they don't speak English (Also am not in Cambodia right now). Can any please help me know ...
You want to drive at 25 mph in Phnom Penh, and 5 mph in rush hour, and go with God on the national roads, go by tuk tuk it's easier cheaper and safer, Read More
Christmas Fare PP by Ben_Gunn
Hey there, does anyone know where I might grab some mince pies and / or a christmas pudding in Phnom Penh?Not in a restaurant I want to buy some. I am pretty sure I saw some a few years back but I can't remember where and I haven't seen them last ...
@Ben_GunnAgreed Ben Starbucks is just a rip of, but that's hospitality, you can get a great coffee corner of 19 & 136 street front of 24/7 for a dollar and sit and watch the crossroads vehical fiasco, there is the west here in all the new big ... Read More
Christmas Fare PP by Ben_Gunn
Hey there, does anyone know where I might grab some mince pies and / or a christmas pudding in Phnom Penh?Not in a restaurant I want to buy some. I am pretty sure I saw some a few years back but I can't remember where and I haven't seen them last ...
was that $40 for a mince pie, charity does not live at Christmas in Starbucks, lol. Read More
Christmas Fare PP by Ben_Gunn
Hey there, does anyone know where I might grab some mince pies and / or a christmas pudding in Phnom Penh?Not in a restaurant I want to buy some. I am pretty sure I saw some a few years back but I can't remember where and I haven't seen them last ...
@CherylThankyou Cheryl I hope maybe someone can give a clue for Christmas cake and pudding cheers Read More
Send money from Italy by David lulli
Hi everyoneI would like information on sending money from ItalyI sent a small amount of money to my girlfriend but out of $160 my girlfriend's bank kept $37it's regular? we are almost at 25% commissionthanks everyone for the information
@David lulliI use money gram in the uk to my Khmer partner in Cambodia, I pay a small fee about £4, But I have to buy dollors to do it but no charge but whatever the rate is from the post office, no idea how Italy works, Read More
Christmas Fare PP by Ben_Gunn
Hey there, does anyone know where I might grab some mince pies and / or a christmas pudding in Phnom Penh?Not in a restaurant I want to buy some. I am pretty sure I saw some a few years back but I can't remember where and I haven't seen them last ...
@Ben_GunnHave tried for several years to get real xmas cake and mince pies, every cake seems to be sponge and sickly icing, and mince pies never seen them, lucky supermarket seems to have UK items in store on UK promotions where they get them from I ... Read More
Facebook Groups for Expats by EODEricMD
Hello Expats,I just signed up to Facebook for preparation for retirement to Cambodia. Can anyone recommend any good Facebook groups to join that would have good information for areas including Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Kampot & ...
@EODEhricMDHi Eric,Now you are on Facebook, you have entered the world of happiness and misery, because you will now be persued by all manner of individuals male & femail wanting to make your acquaintance, so now you have to sort out the real ... Read More
My move to Cambodia by alby2111
Hi, I have moved to Cambodia from Australia believing all the online info and the obsolete info from the move to Cambodia site and can only say one thing. Cambodia is not cheaper than Australia in many instances. If you are looking for ...
@dcoulthurstAll health plans will put you in a hospital that can cater for your needs and the emergency you face, if the hospital can not deal with your emergency you can be transferred by medievac but only if your policy pays for it and it's ... Read More
My move to Cambodia by alby2111
Hi, I have moved to Cambodia from Australia believing all the online info and the obsolete info from the move to Cambodia site and can only say one thing. Cambodia is not cheaper than Australia in many instances. If you are looking for ...
@dcoulthur you can't just get medical evacuation for a life threatening problem, you would be in hospital first, Read More
My move to Cambodia by alby2111
Hi, I have moved to Cambodia from Australia believing all the online info and the obsolete info from the move to Cambodia site and can only say one thing. Cambodia is not cheaper than Australia in many instances. If you are looking for ...
Gigna do a policy for retires I was quoted $ 2445 annual policy, Read More
Gym sauna & steam
Last day tomorrow to get 2 years gym membership JOUVENCE FITNESS GYM AT SORYA MALL, for $422, Read More
Face Masks--- by deebee123
I gather there are no longer Covid restrictions in Cambodia. But is everyone still voluntarily wearing face masks similar to what's happening in Thailand and Vietnam? To what extent is Cambodia still "masked-up?" (Hoping this thread doesn't become a ...
@JoeKhmerI was here from when COVID started 2019 to April 2022, when rules where relaxed and travel was allowed, I had my 3 jabs here Chinese one, never had COVID, but followed all the rules laid out by the Cambodian government, but the UK or the ... Read More
My move to Cambodia by alby2111
Hi, I have moved to Cambodia from Australia believing all the online info and the obsolete info from the move to Cambodia site and can only say one thing. Cambodia is not cheaper than Australia in many instances. If you are looking for ...
@dcoulthurstYes it is cheaper in other parts, Phnom Penh is really where all the best services are, you need to look at $12000 p/a, for a reasonable life, Read More
New members of the Cambodia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Cambodia 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 ...
@dcoulthurstHi firstly I would take a month's holiday and see for yourself, the reality of retirement in Cambodia for yourself, There are important considerations, 1, healthcare is not free but costs are reasonable,2, private health care plan is ... Read More
My move to Cambodia by alby2111
Hi, I have moved to Cambodia from Australia believing all the online info and the obsolete info from the move to Cambodia site and can only say one thing. Cambodia is not cheaper than Australia in many instances. If you are looking for ...
@alby2111Well I have been going to Phnom Penh now for 9 years, every 6 months out of 12, I bought a 3rd floor flat modern UK standard 55 M2 in 2017, for $50000 in the UK that would at min be 3 times that, my cost of living costs here are $500 to ... Read More
Expat health insurance by dhlincali
Im an expat going to live in Cambodia with my Cambodian wife. Does anyone know if I can buy a foreign national health insurance on the open marketplace?
For 70 year olds it's mostly difficult not to have existing problems, unless you are extremely fit and carefull, And most of the health care medical plans point out that existing and related problems are not covered, Also most plans expect you to ... Read More
Face Masks--- by deebee123
I gather there are no longer Covid restrictions in Cambodia. But is everyone still voluntarily wearing face masks similar to what's happening in Thailand and Vietnam? To what extent is Cambodia still "masked-up?" (Hoping this thread doesn't become a ...
In Cambodia at the begining of COVID 2019, Hun Sen saw the chaos that could transpire with medical facilities overrun, and put in specific measures to mitigate the situation, masks hand washing temperature distancing, and then a rapid vaccination of ... Read More
Expat health insurance by dhlincali
Im an expat going to live in Cambodia with my Cambodian wife. Does anyone know if I can buy a foreign national health insurance on the open marketplace?
Put a couple of thousand aside each year as a plan b, Read More
Planning to visit a lady I've met online by pf flyer
Hello,I'm Patrick from the US. I'm planning on visiting shortly to meet a Cambodian woman I met online. I'm 66, she's 38. She's very enthusiastic to meet me after a few weeks of conversation. I've read some of the posts ...
It was a realistic question which few would raise, But a good answer just go with the flow and see where it leads, I'm 72 fit and sail my schooner in the UK over the summer so not over the hill yet, it really depends on the other half, it comes down ... Read More
Planning to visit a lady I've met online by pf flyer
Hello,I'm Patrick from the US. I'm planning on visiting shortly to meet a Cambodian woman I met online. I'm 66, she's 38. She's very enthusiastic to meet me after a few weeks of conversation. I've read some of the posts ...
28 years older then her, what have you in common with a 38 year old ?. Read More
Maintainace and repair by toni345th
Hi I need to have built some of the following, 1 a set of timber stairs upto a bedroom, 2 a new kitchen units taps ect Inc plumbing and electrics, tiling,3 a leak in the hot water boiler in the bathroom above the suspended ceiling, and repairs to ...
Thankyou Bunsay that Read More
Maintainace and repair
Hi I need to have built some of the following, 1 a set of timber stairs upto a bedroom, 2 a new kitchen units taps ect Inc plumbing and electrics, tiling,3 a leak in the hot water boiler in the bathroom above the suspended ceiling, and repairs to ... Read More
Do Khmer girls have multiple boyfriends? by Moxy1311
I have been talking with and met a khmer girl. I met her family the last time I was in the country and got permission from her parents to be her boyfriend which I believe is the custom. I am 56 (today) and she is 33/34 never been married. Things got ...
Your 56 so find a lady who is 46 then you will both have something in common to start with because when you are 66 she will be 56 and you will both still have common interests, but 23 years difference not a good balance, when your retired at 66 she ... Read More
How to bring your car to Cambodia by Bhavna
Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Cambodia, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the age ...
With a right hand vechical you have a choice convert it sell it or scrap it, I do believe there was a ministry memo of right-hand vehicals and the government position in Cambodia, it's unlikely they will allow import of a right-hand drive vehicals, ... Read More
What do Cambodian woman expect from their western friend? by james1963
Hello, I am James (54) and I have a question what answer I can not find on this forum or the internet. First, I am not a sextourist, pedophile, druguser or alcoholic. I have read a lot about woman in Cambodia but ... I have had 3 wifes here in ...
A Cambodian female wants a stable, loving, real, safe, relationship with a foreigner, but over all else to be looked after heart and soul, once a foreigner understands that list of requirements, he has a chance of having the same. Read More
Opening a bank account, hopefully abroad by gyorgy
Does anybody know an international bank where I can open an online account? Currently I have one, opened from Thailand, but the bank is terminating it because I've relocated to Cambodia. My best guess is HSBC Singapore but I can't find a working ...
@JoeKhmerHi Joe, There was an HSBC bank in Phnom Penh but it closed, I did see it had opened again at new address in Phnom Penh, but I was just leaving so never served it out, but will on my return in October as I need an international and HSBC ... Read More
Drivers licence exam? by narcrepellant2525
Anybody did it recently?
@hdghI didn't say tip the guy paid for the test but failed 3 times after that I don't know what he did, that was his story, Read More
Drivers licence exam? by narcrepellant2525
Anybody did it recently?
@narcrepellant2525I recall a foreigner taking a test for a big motorbike he had a full drivers licence to drive a big bike in the UK, and did the test three times in Cambodia and failed each time, his view in the end was it's just a way of examiners ... Read More
Drivers licence exam? by narcrepellant2525
Anybody did it recently?
@narcrepellant2525Driving in PP or anywhere is taking your life to the extreme, people only drive to avoid the one in front, at some lights some stop some don't, filter lights mean nothing, level crossings they drive around you, they park on ... Read More
Marrying my Khmer Partner by Mike Brash
I am trying to marry my Khmer partner and been over 55 it has become difficult. I see in some forums it can be done. I am looking at doing it in Thailand. Anyone able to stair me in the right direction. We are planning on living in Australia for 10 ...
Thanks Joe Some of posts are well out of date, I'm am aware of all the rest of the hoops you go through, but if you are retiring to Cambodia and want to be married it's best to marry in Cambodia, register it, then your 3 years start to getting a ... Read More
Residence certificate? by narcrepellant2525
How do I get one?
@Kosal855What happens if you are a owner of a property through a nominee ? Read More
Marrying my Khmer Partner by Mike Brash
I am trying to marry my Khmer partner and been over 55 it has become difficult. I see in some forums it can be done. I am looking at doing it in Thailand. Anyone able to stair me in the right direction. We are planning on living in Australia for 10 ...
@JoeKhmerHi Joe, I maybe behind with the rules, does the Cambodia ministry accept a Cambodian female marriage outside of Cambodia ?. Read More
Travel vs Health insurance by hdgh29
I will be retiring in Phnom Penh in about a year, so obviously for the long term, and thinking about insurance. Problem is, at age 65, I am getting quotes for Health Insurance of around $550 a month, whereas Travel Insurance is coming in around $850 ...
@JoeKhmerHi Joe, I confer that health insurance is expensive once you reach 70 +, AVG $600 a month, if one is retiring to Cambodia it's best to keep contact with your home country, have a reasonable sum available to get on a plane anytime and return ... Read More