snake77
English expat in Vietnam
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Where to watch the Football World Cup 2026 in Vietnam by snake77
NOT here to advertise FIFA or Places!Since the past 24hrs or so, many folks have been talking and asking about where’s the best place to watch the upcoming next World Cup Quarter Finals this weekend, with (local VN time):Fri Jul-10, 03.00am ...
Hello everyone, Thanks for sharing @snake77 Since we are talking about the World Cup, check out my thread here > Expat World Cup dilemma! ⚽I would love to hear from you. 😉 Cheers, Cheryl Expat.com team - @CherylHi Cheryl,Let me ... Read More
Where to watch the Football World Cup 2026 in Vietnam
NOT here to advertise FIFA or Places!Since the past 24hrs or so, many folks have been talking and asking about where’s the best place to watch the upcoming next World Cup Quarter Finals this weekend, with (local VN time):Fri Jul-10, 03.00am ... Read More
Celebrating 50 years of Gone Saigon by snake77
Announced in the news today: Ho Chi Minh City to set off fireworks at 16 sites for 50th anniversary of city named after President Ho Chi MinhI remember how 11 Years ago, on the even of 30 April 2015 I was sitting with a few locals on a sidewalk in ...
@snake77 Okay, so back at you. What's your guess? What will its official name be, let's say, 50 years down the road? - @Aidan in HCMC Sorry for not responding sooner, but haven’t managed to check back here until now.Haha, I didn’t ... Read More
Celebrating 50 years of Gone Saigon by snake77
Announced in the news today: Ho Chi Minh City to set off fireworks at 16 sites for 50th anniversary of city named after President Ho Chi MinhI remember how 11 Years ago, on the even of 30 April 2015 I was sitting with a few locals on a sidewalk in ...
and as we're at it, here a few updates, latest news:(ahh, what I've been wondering is, why wasn't this historically important date not mentioned way in advance? I don't recall seeing it when they published the annual national holiday lists...)but ... Read More
Celebrating 50 years of Gone Saigon by snake77
Announced in the news today: Ho Chi Minh City to set off fireworks at 16 sites for 50th anniversary of city named after President Ho Chi MinhI remember how 11 Years ago, on the even of 30 April 2015 I was sitting with a few locals on a sidewalk in ...
@snake77 Vietnamese are masters of ’the waiting game’ they have patience of a rock. Everyone here in the Delta calls it Saigon………even the Busses show Saigon on the front. - @PhuNinhTimMost Saigonese that I know ... Read More
Celebrating 50 years of Gone Saigon by snake77
Announced in the news today: Ho Chi Minh City to set off fireworks at 16 sites for 50th anniversary of city named after President Ho Chi MinhI remember how 11 Years ago, on the even of 30 April 2015 I was sitting with a few locals on a sidewalk in ...
Well, it's still the Saigon River. And the call letters for the airport are SGN. Bia Sai Gon, not to forget that in Ha Noi Cha Gio is called Nem Sai Gon, but that's not the point. Read More
Celebrating 50 years of Gone Saigon by snake77
Announced in the news today: Ho Chi Minh City to set off fireworks at 16 sites for 50th anniversary of city named after President Ho Chi MinhI remember how 11 Years ago, on the even of 30 April 2015 I was sitting with a few locals on a sidewalk in ...
I'd bet hard cash it'll revert back to it's historical name. - @Aidan in HCMCever thought about what that actually would mean, or rather, require, in terms of changes, besides street names... Read More
Getting around with your pet in Vietnam by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Living in Vietnam with a pet also means learning how to navigate local transport systems together. From daily commutes to occasional trips, you have to navigate betwwen local rules and real-life experiences. Whether you’re a ...
Tricky subject!A working colleague of mine, a French expat who before Vietnam, spent 20 years between China, Indonesia and Thailand and they had several dogs over the years. Apparently, all their dogs were totally used to travel and it was normal ... Read More
Celebrating 50 years of Gone Saigon
Announced in the news today: Ho Chi Minh City to set off fireworks at 16 sites for 50th anniversary of city named after President Ho Chi MinhI remember how 11 Years ago, on the even of 30 April 2015 I was sitting with a few locals on a sidewalk in ... Read More
Opening bank account with HSBC by MarkinNam
HSBC bank operate in Australia and I'm wanting to open an account in Vietnam. Has anyone had experience in opening an account with this bank, ie open an account in Australia and being able to open a connected account in Vietnam. Other question ...
@MarkinNam Hsbc are a pain in the but, at least their website is. Got as far as them sending a link to verify myself and kept getting " You need to open in a different browser " tried 3 but no joy,,, yet. - @MarkinNam agree 100%HSBC VN is anything ... 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 ...
our HR informed all expat that they recommend to uninstall it, for whatever reasons... Read More
Rent and electricity increase by MarkinNam
Hi all, is anyone seeing huge increases in these areas? Eg; $550/ month to $750/ month AUD.
just to follow up on my previous post regarding electric pricing and how it's counted...Electricity PricingLow Off Peak 22.00-04.00 1,465 VND/KWHMedium Normal 04.00-09.30 & 11.30-17.00 & 20.00-22.00 2,629 VNF/KWHHigh Peak 09.30-11.30 & ... Read More
Rent and electricity increase by MarkinNam
Hi all, is anyone seeing huge increases in these areas? Eg; $550/ month to $750/ month AUD.
well, one thing, besides most landlords having a habit of firstly only wanting to offer "time limited" contracts, such as a 1 or 2 years agreement, which only includes a clause about "renewal" and then tells you that the prices went up, instead of ... 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 ...
Can only speak about my own experiences, which I'd firstly classify as very inconsistent, changing all the time, depending on what's happening on a national basis but also where you're at, who you are, what your reason is.In my case, my TRC is up ... Read More
Looking for Room in HCMC by ushfuhg
Budget is around 2.5 million a month. Can share room in house or self contained, anything considered. Cooking area required if not in room . Any area within 10 km of D1 ok. Wheres the best place to look. Vietnamese sites are ok too. Thanks
Budget is around 2.5 million a month. Can share room in house or self contained, anything considered. Cooking area required if not in room . Any area within 10 km of D1 ok. Wheres the best place to look. Vietnamese sites are ok too. Thanks - ... 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. - @ajaironI fully agree, I made the same observation and while I'm not familiar with IT at all, in our ... Read More
UK Passport by Dartanz
Greetings, is it possible to track UK passport renewal application using GWF number from Vietnam? If yes, please share link. Thank you in advance.
Greetings, is it possible to track UK passport renewal application using GWF number from Vietnam? If yes, please share link. Thank you in advance. - @Dartanz Hi,Not sure I fully understood your question. In case you're asking if you're able to track ... Read More
Recent Motorcycle Taxi Ride by Lennerd
At the risk of plagiarism, I tell the story of a recent motorcycle taxi ride:Pulls into traffic without looking. Check. ☑️Turns left after pulling into intersection on a red light. ☑️Runs multiple red lights. ...
@OceanBeach92107 There was nothing unsatisfactory about the service and it was the 5th or 6th time using the same driver. 🤣 - @Lennerd So your first post wasn't a complaint after all, or you mean, after the 5th or the 6th, that was the ... Read More
Motorbikes and crime by Dannyroc3
So we have moved into a new place with both a roll-up door and a passage door next to it.Last night my GF was worried that we did not bring the bike in the house.It seems unlikely anyone would go to such lengths to steal her Motorbike. Is she right ...
Locked Honda Air Blade gone in 6 seconds https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qb2pVlcTmkwDepends on where you live or the area your home is located at, as well as what type of bike, ALL locals I know would NEVER park their bikes outside like you ... Read More
Bird Flu H5N1 In Vietnam Zoos by Aidan in HCMC
Deadly bird flu strain H5N1 kills dozensof captive tigers in Vietnam zoos----------------------------------------------------------------------"Two Vietnamese zoos have lost 47 tigers, three lions and a panther after they contracted bird flu. ...
I also first heard about it from one of the VN outlets, not sure if, but I think was when I tried to find what the local media had to report about the conflict in the middle east after the Mullahs fired a few balistic rockets after the Hizballah ... Read More
Work permit medical check by Jack2024
Hello everyone,I hope this message finds you well.I'm HIV positive. I was accepted as an English teacher in Vietnam, and I will be traveling next month.I would like to know if my medical condition will affect my work permit.Thanks in advance.
Firstly, sorry to hear abt your condition, hope you're doing well!I can't say this for sure, and I'm also not HIV positive and also do not enjoy sustances. But when speaking of narcotics, I know of more than one case where a heavy, daily weed smoker ... Read More
In-laws family to keep asking for gifts when they never give any by ashtray9
I'm a foreigner son-in-law, my parent-in-laws are very wealthy, with a lot of properties, just in rents that bring them more than 4/5 times more than what I earn. Now every time I travel, I bring gifts for the entire family, fancy bags for ...
What to say, hmmmMaybe1. Your fault to start off with setting the benchmarks (fancy, super expensive gifts). 2. Best to be honest and either tell them or if there's a language barrier, at least tell your wife that you cannot afford such expenses ... Read More
First trip to Vietnam 8/24 by Dannyroc3
I plan to go to Vietnam in the next few weeks.The long and short of it is- I have never been to an Asian country and I am not worried but as a noviceI feel less confident than when I have traveled in other places due to language and culture.I first ...
@ OP,Just my bit to add, while it is also NOT to be considered as "MEDICAL ADVICE", however, from what you wrote, I understand it is nothing severe or at least it currently seems to rather be a minor discomforting issue. Obviously, everyone has to ... 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 ...
@noddi WP is connected to TRC that's right, so If I leave I don't work any more, so basically it's illegal. and for your question, I can say that I left peacefully by giving a last goodbye to all my friends at work and the boss without ... Read More
First trip to Vietnam 8/24 by Dannyroc3
I plan to go to Vietnam in the next few weeks.The long and short of it is- I have never been to an Asian country and I am not worried but as a noviceI feel less confident than when I have traveled in other places due to language and culture.I first ...
I want to go from a hotel to a rented 2-room apartment. Is there a specific website where people list such places here in Long Kahn? Are there certain things I should look for or be aware of? ... Read More
First trip to Vietnam 8/24 by Dannyroc3
I plan to go to Vietnam in the next few weeks.The long and short of it is- I have never been to an Asian country and I am not worried but as a noviceI feel less confident than when I have traveled in other places due to language and culture.I first ...
If that beach place outside of HCMC happens to be Vung Tau, and in case you're planning to stay put for a while, be aware of the upcoming holidays just around the corner, as a hoard of a hundred thousand (or several) from Saigon, Dong Nai, Binh ... Read More
First trip to Vietnam 8/24 by Dannyroc3
I plan to go to Vietnam in the next few weeks.The long and short of it is- I have never been to an Asian country and I am not worried but as a noviceI feel less confident than when I have traveled in other places due to language and culture.I first ...
Nice to hear you're enjoying a great time, congrats on your luck so far!If that beach place outside of HCMC happens to be Vung Tau, and in case you're planning to stay put for a while, be aware of the upcoming holidays just around the corner, as a ... Read More
Looking for Large Format Printing Shop by shanin.p
Hi, everyone. I am from Thailand and about to travel to HCMC very soon for market survey. Can anyone recommend me a good shop or an area that I can find a lot of Print Shop, especially large format size like A0 or A1 prints. It could be for graphic ...
Lots around these days.Send me a PM with what you exactly need, I'll check with some of our suppliers in SGN area, if that is where you'll be Read More
Reliable health care by annemcdannels1
looking for reliable health care, I don't speak Vietnamese so English speaking is a must. Any and all advice would be much appreciated.
Vinmec. (Link) I concur. Certainly less expensive than FV Hospital in Saigon, English speaking staff always available, online inquiries I've made were followed up by a phone call to me. Very nice. -@Aidan in HCMCJust on a side note, while ... Read More
Good dentist in Vietnam[B]requested by OceanBeach92107
@OceanBeach92107 Let me explain specifically for you about "all cities." A crown for $300 or an implant for $1500 is a serious matter. It’s worth spending an extra $50-150 on a ticket to another city or even another country if there's a ...
Westcoast Internatiinalhttps://westcoastinternational.com/contact-us?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwm_SzBhAsEiwAXE2Cv_CevBpw2RqrXsa_CqlCXg6931zDLQV3Jlgk2sAKpvHIOUg-biS41xoCqTQQAvD_BwE Read More
Reliable health care by annemcdannels1
looking for reliable health care, I don't speak Vietnamese so English speaking is a must. Any and all advice would be much appreciated.
I'd also opt for vinmec, by far the best from all I've seen! Read More
Sending yourself money while in VN by qnbui
So I tried to test send myself money now that I'm living in VN and ran into a couple of hiccups. I had set up accounts with Wise and Share Money. I've never used Wise before but many YouTubers recommend it so I signed up. I've used Share Money ...
@qnbuiHi,Can't speak abt shatemoney or wise, but if you know anyone with a Vietnamese bank account, I'd ask to send it via them, if you have any trusted sources.Western Union works well and fast, but the fees are anotjer matter. However, I've used ... Read More
ZERO Blood Alcohol Allowed While Driving by OceanBeach92107
I can't find any of the various threads where this topic has been discussed, but foreigners often broach the subject by saying that, certainly they can get away with one or two beers and still be allowed to drive here. The national Assembly has made ...
I can't find any of the various threads where this topic has been discussed, but foreigners often broach the subject by saying that, certainly they can get away with one or two beers and still be allowed to drive here. The national Assembly has ... Read More
Aussies would love to say hello to everyone! by nhungmaria
Hi my name is Nhung or Maria and my husband’s name is David. We are just over 60 and we are also just finishing the many years of working hard. Do I am Vietnamese. I came to Australia in 1994 with my family and I become Australia citizen in a ...
Hi Nhung,Regarding Aussie communities, OceanBeach92107 already pointed out that Hoi An and Vung Tau have quite significant numbers of Aussies.To that I'd like to add a few things regarding Vung Tau and Saigon, as I'm more familiar with these ... Read More
Determining Name Registered as Having "Land Rights Use" by Aidan in HCMC
Anyone know where one would go to determine the name of the registered land rights user for a property in Vietnam?Is there a registry in each province, or is it down to the district level? Or...?Though my inquiry is regarding a piece of property I'm ...
Hi Aiden, I'd recommend to get a real estate broker or agency in phu quoc to help you.They know how and where to deal with all those matters.You might have to pay some fees if you ask them to look into some specific property, but maybe they would ... Read More
Inquiry about how to make contact with someone in Vung Tau by quigleyontop
Please excuse my approach, I am new expat.com. I would like to appeal to someone who may reside near the Vung Tau Airport for the purpose of communication concerning the condition of the property that used to facilitate the old U.S. Army 36th ...
@OceanBeach92107Noted mate, hit the quote button, but seems I need to get my head around it a bit more and how things get done the right way here these days.I was more focused on the subject. Read More
Inquiry about how to make contact with someone in Vung Tau by quigleyontop
Please excuse my approach, I am new expat.com. I would like to appeal to someone who may reside near the Vung Tau Airport for the purpose of communication concerning the condition of the property that used to facilitate the old U.S. Army 36th ...
If it's not asking too much, I would sure love to see some photos of that area. Kind Regards Hope you don't mind if I share my opinion or comments...Many, many sites previously occupied by foreign military forces are either totally off ... Read More
Nha Trang and Da Lat by Malcolmleitrim
Hello everyone, I am planning my winter trip to Vietnam and I will stay mostly in and around Hanoi as I usually do. However I want to spend Christmas and the New year period further south and was thinking of a couple of weeks in the Na Trang and Da ...
@MalcolmleitrimIn my opinion, VT 20-30yrs ago was a huge mess and horrible beach cover with rubbish and they used the tide to clean it all away.Then, during the oil & gas boom years, it went from garbage dump to Las Vegas. Once that boom came to ... Read More
Health Check for work permit in Vietnam by BillyHCMC
I have been living in Ho Chi Minh City for some years now, and my employer just informed me that I'll have to re-do the health check-up to renew my work permit in a couple of weeks. I know that they'll administer blood and urine test, but I am ...
@BillyHCMCNo worries mate!Just don't tell them and simply tick the NO/Neverever box where they ask if you've ever....I don't "smoke" but know of many folks who went and passed with far worse issues than yours.In the end, the Dr.Health thing is just ... Read More
Can I take a wooden sword into vietnam? by Shun799822
Hello I am having to move to Vietnam Ho Chi Minh City in a month and I currently have an antique sword with a wooden blade in my possession that I have to take with me. I have checked Vietnam airlines and they said its okay in checked luggage, ...
What I know you can take... an unloaded gun... -@ajaironGUN?!I honestly doubt you're speaking from first hand experience.It is very, very difficult to even own any sort of firearm, even a CO2 operated pistol is strictly forbidden in all VN!But ... Read More
Nha Trang and Da Lat by Malcolmleitrim
Hello everyone, I am planning my winter trip to Vietnam and I will stay mostly in and around Hanoi as I usually do. However I want to spend Christmas and the New year period further south and was thinking of a couple of weeks in the Na Trang and Da ...
Expect Dalat to be packed to the max with Viets during those times, therefore, prices will be higher than usual.Nha Trang, according to most recent news, is rather quiet compated to pre COVID times. It is claimed to be mainly blamed on the currently ... Read More
Job offer : what is the tax deduction % rate ? by hmlogan
Hi folks… need your help please I’ve just had a job offer. The offered salary is gross.what is the tax deduction % rate please?cheers in advance
@hmloganHi, it's based on a sliding scale, therefore, PIT depends on the income amount. It is commonly directly deducted from your salary and paid to the tax dep by your employer. As I know, it incl basic salary, plus any sort of allowances, ... Read More
Pet Sitter WANTED for 4 cats in Thao Dien from 21.Jul to 13.Aug
We're looking for someone to take care of our 4 cats, which would require feeding and cleaning litter trays twice a day (morning and evening).Food, water, litter and all is provided by us, all it needs is someone who's able to pass by, take care and ... Read More
Arrival/first days in HCMC by davidhmdon
Hi everyone. I'm a 24-year-old Scot getting ready to move to Vietnam from the UK in May. I have a teaching job lined up at a private language school who will be arranging my airport pickup and a hotel for my first two weeks. I start training ...
Sorry, was not around to check and read your answr/questions. 1. USD, Euro, GBP are all easy to change in Saigon, preferably bring 100 bills 2. The blokes in the bars are usually easy going. Just don't broadcast your entire CV on the first few ... Read More
Motorcycle/scooter mechanic wanted
Correct! I also recommend you go to a real Honda shop. They really do a great job and it does not cost much at all, and/or they'll give you a quotation before they start the work. However, if in Q.10, you can also go drive down Nguyen Chi ... Read More
Arrival/first days in HCMC by davidhmdon
Hi everyone. I'm a 24-year-old Scot getting ready to move to Vietnam from the UK in May. I have a teaching job lined up at a private language school who will be arranging my airport pickup and a hotel for my first two weeks. I start training ...
Most has been said. However, one member recommended to bring cash around 1K. I'd bring more, several grand, perhaps 2k USD + 2K Euro. Most ATM's are limited withdraw at around 5-10mio and daily max of 20mio (less than 1K USD). Many ... Read More
Where to find Public Notary service in Ho Chi Minh by Michael Lasau
Hi All, My lawyer send me divorce docs from Malaysia and required the Public Notary stamp on those documents which later I need to courier back to her for filing at Malaysia court. I went to Malaysia consulate but they unable to provide me the ...
If that doesn't work, you could try at the Department/Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) (06 Alexandre De Rhodes, D.1). However, if they can notarize your papers, you might need to have them translated into Vietnamese first, which can be done ... Read More
Driving licence in Vietnam by Ishrampoodles
What is the story with drivers licences in Vietnam? If i wanted to ride a moto could I ride on a Cambodian licence or do I need a Vietnamese one? Are they difficult to get? What about bringing a moto across the border from Cambodia, is it possible. ...
Are you Cambodian citizen? If not, just brows the forum, multiple posts cover those topics. If you are Cambodian, I am not sure what the ASEAN or Viet & Cambodian agreements look like. However, you see quite a few cars and especially buses ... Read More
Restaurant plans by Lunaandcebbe
We are two swedes who are planning to open a restaurant in Mui Ne. We have already found a location. At the moment we are working on our business plan and finds it a bit difficult since we're not in the country. We would like to get in contact ...
Mate, there are many successful foreigners here. It's a huge market and growing. However, the problems and issues you can face here are very different from the Western world. So if you come with no means, money or connections, it is nearly ... Read More
Restaurant plans by Lunaandcebbe
We are two swedes who are planning to open a restaurant in Mui Ne. We have already found a location. At the moment we are working on our business plan and finds it a bit difficult since we're not in the country. We would like to get in contact ...
huuuu, that list can be quite long and even endless! To the OP, be very careful what you plan to do. Regardless what business, VN is a special case and place. We get all kinds of visitors beside the boys in green, just as an example, last week one ... Read More
I'm new in a town - Cam Ranh by Jiao
Hi :) Does anyone know anything interesting in the town? Are there any sport clubs, charity activities, social network, ... ? Hope to know you and your information. Cheers, Jiao
I have an assumption about any place that has two tier pricing. Unfortunately the government sets a poor example at parks and such. It is very detrimental to the development of a long-term viable tourist economyThai tourism does not seem to be ... Read More
Drink spiked on Saturday night Bui Vien - please warn others by Redmundial
Hi All...I haven't been on here for a while as wasn't around, but came back to Saigon last week and headed out to meet some friends on Saturday. We had a couple of beers and food, nothing major then they went home. So I went to universal bar ...
In defense of Universal Bar, I firstly have known the owner over the years and secondly, while I'm not a fan of Bui Vien or Universal Bar, it is rather one of the good places there. That said, I am sure that if the owner or his half ton bouncer ... Read More
Superbowl 51
Just went for dinner at Guru yesterday. No Terrible Towels mate! However, I asked them if it will be OK to switch drinks as they have a free flow beer or bloody mary deal. If you buy the beer deal you get a yellow armband and a red one for the ... Read More
Superbowl 51
Where will you be watching the Superbowl? We just got our tickets (cool deal, 300K incl breakfast, ice coffee + free flow beer or bloody marry). If anyone is interested, Guru Sports Bar on 138 Le Lai, D.1 is now selling tickets. Read More
Where do they sell Bread maker in Saigon? by aeschli
Hi there, does anyone know if they sell break makers in Saigon? Or maybe someone sells one? thanks
Saigon X oi, who cares what surprises you, just another useless post. yeah yeah, Big C wow, what a great place to buy bread! I don't want to hear any rubbish about a "machine" where you can put things inside and things come out as I ... Read More
Fishing in Saigon near D 7? by Highside25
Hello all, I will be heading back home to Saigon October 29 for a few weeks. I have been doing a lot of fishing here in Utah where I have been working and was interested in doing some fishing when I get back with my girlfriend. Any information ...
Mate, go to Thanh Da, many nice coffee shops right along the water and a few locals fishing too. And yes right, if you have nothing to contribute, instead of posting and serving as a good example of a bad example, STFU! We just want info no ... Read More
Where do they sell Bread maker in Saigon? by aeschli
Hi there, does anyone know if they sell break makers in Saigon? Or maybe someone sells one? thanks
Sorry, can you elaborate, what is a bread maker? We use dough mixers for the dough, in some cases proofers and then ovens to bake bread. All is available allover town. Not sure what you're asking for Read More
Fishing in Saigon near D 7? by Highside25
Hello all, I will be heading back home to Saigon October 29 for a few weeks. I have been doing a lot of fishing here in Utah where I have been working and was interested in doing some fishing when I get back with my girlfriend. Any information ...
I'd personally also not want to eat what can be pulled in from the Saigon water ways. An exception would be up in Thanh Da where I'd assume the water is better than down in D7. However, a mate of mine from Adelaide (Aus) who comes here ... Read More
pediatrician by Rodgersgathii
i came to ho chi min city a week ago, our daughter caught a flu and she is coughing with a high fever took her to a local hospital they told me they dont attend to foreigners that i have to go to an international hospital who can recomend a hospital ...
Probably the best Childrens Hospital in VN is Nghi Dong 2 , 14 Lý Tự Trọng, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh. However, it is a Vietnamese hospital, so the conditions don't look too nice but the staff ... Read More
Buying parts for 250 cc Honda by MarkinNam
Man o man is hard to find some one in cho lon who is even prepared to look at photos and specs of spare parts I want. Does any body know of some one who WANTS bussiness. ?
I spent several years in Cho Lon with the Chinese and while I love VN and the people, you are very right and what you wrote reminded me of an old saying they have in Cho Lon (the Chinese about the Vietnamese). The Chinese compare the mentality of ... Read More
Buying parts for 250 cc Honda by MarkinNam
Man o man is hard to find some one in cho lon who is even prepared to look at photos and specs of spare parts I want. Does any body know of some one who WANTS bussiness. ?
Maybe try it around the Ta Uyen street area on the D.5 side off Nguyen Chi Thanh where all the metal works are. Quite a lot of spare parts manufacturers are located all around there and in the small side ways. Maybe they have or can point you in the ... Read More
Buying parts for 250 cc Honda by MarkinNam
Man o man is hard to find some one in cho lon who is even prepared to look at photos and specs of spare parts I want. Does any body know of some one who WANTS bussiness. ?
Have you tried the shops on Nguyen Chi Thanh? Read More
VEC holders, is there a new regulation... 6 month stay at a time?
Thanks but that thread is about US citizens and about visa, I am asking/talking Visa Exception Certificate (VEC) matters. Whatever I experienced today was either a mistake by immigration or then things have changed within less than the last 25 ... Read More
Taxi company help asap
Yeah, must be Mai Linh. Hope you have more than his surname and even then, searching by name could be hard, so many people have the same names... Next time, punch the cab's number into your phone. I seldom use a cab here, but whenever I do and ... Read More
VEC holders, is there a new regulation... 6 month stay at a time?
VEC holders, Today I arrived back from a 2 day trip and was surprised to see that they stamped "permitted to remain until 10/06/2016". I asked the immigration guy if he's sure, he just asked why I am asking. I showed him that it ... Read More
Tourist Visa Extension
You're probably best off if you try various travel agencies around pham ngu lao or bui vien street. You can also check around the ben thanh market area, many agencies have sign boards outside "visa extensions" just make sure you have ... Read More
Is Phu Nuan District safe?
Yes, it is a very safe and also nice area. There are also lots of nice houses, apartments and rooms in that area. The only downside is the traffic during rush hours but you can navigate around the main roads and avoid traffic jams once you're ... Read More
No reply to job / ad applications...a lack of common courtesy. by Jon Allsop
Hi As an ex pat living and working in HCMC, and being a regular and appreciative user of this site, I must say that in recent months I have been disappointed to see that some advertisers make no effort to reply to a contact. That's to say ...
I personally also agree that sending any kind of answer would be the (only) appropriate way to conduct business. However it is not. I've seen this from both ends, job seeker/employer. We would often would add a note at the bottom saying ... Read More
Canadian Salmon Burgers in a narrow lane off Phan Xich Long. Phu Nhuan by DirtyPierre
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I just drove bye and did not note the phone number... but if you log in here maybe you can see: http://www.foody.vn/ho-chi-minh/burger-ca-hoi-do-canada-phan-xich-long Read More
Canadian Salmon Burgers in a narrow lane off Phan Xich Long. Phu Nhuan by DirtyPierre
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OK, doesn't work, I took photos and uploaded them here but got the message only 1 picture was added (what a stupid ...) anyway, the place is a bit hard to find. It is basically the second Hem after "Pizza Company", once in the Hem, ... Read More
Canadian Salmon Burgers in a narrow lane off Phan Xich Long. Phu Nhuan by DirtyPierre
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https://www.expat.com/en/picture/164207-burger-ca-hoi-3.php?pic_author=409079 Read More
Canadian Salmon Burgers in a narrow lane off Phan Xich Long. Phu Nhuan by DirtyPierre
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Thanks for the tip, sounds great! I'll definitely be going to try that place, just around the corner from me... Read More
British Passport Renewal by lifemagic
I've entered 'nam on a three month tourist visa and am currently doing Celta, so I can't get away in the day. My passport has no space left. I emailed the high comission about renewing it, i.e. I've printed the form, can I send ...
NO, but you must be able to identify yourself. Just keep a copy with you. Read More
Danger From Islamic Extremist? by Revolutionary
Any information about the dangers from these groups in Vietnam? I could not find any information pertaining to Vietnam on the passport site in the USA while they did have information on several other countries.
James, I agree with you. Scroll up and see, my first and second post is entirely focused on answering the OP's question. ** However, both you and Fred have been the ones talking about Islam and Muslims or other religions, answering only ... Read More
Danger From Islamic Extremist? by Revolutionary
Any information about the dangers from these groups in Vietnam? I could not find any information pertaining to Vietnam on the passport site in the USA while they did have information on several other countries.
@kenjee You may prefer not to talk about religious or political issues but everyone else does. Why wouldn't we expats not talk about it? Who can we discuss these things with? Kenjee, perhaps you have not noticed a new trend slowly working its ... Read More
Danger From Islamic Extremist? by Revolutionary
Any information about the dangers from these groups in Vietnam? I could not find any information pertaining to Vietnam on the passport site in the USA while they did have information on several other countries.
I think there is no point in debating if Islam is a problem or not and in any case, here's not the place to argue over it. The focus shall be on the group of how you call them "minority idiot extremist", or how the OP named them ... Read More
Danger From Islamic Extremist? by Revolutionary
Any information about the dangers from these groups in Vietnam? I could not find any information pertaining to Vietnam on the passport site in the USA while they did have information on several other countries.
Does not have to be an Arabic person... and in any case, just see the latest bombings in South East Asia, or elsewhere, they usually try to disguise themselves and blend in. But I agree, fear is wrong, however, situational awareness is something ... Read More
Danger From Islamic Extremist? by Revolutionary
Any information about the dangers from these groups in Vietnam? I could not find any information pertaining to Vietnam on the passport site in the USA while they did have information on several other countries.
Honestly saying, I doubt there are any imminent threats from such groups on Vietnamese soil (they're too busy elsewhere). Theoretically, the VN government is an enemy of Al Qaeda or ISIS as they have always denounced and rejected all terror ... Read More
WHY CANT A FOREIGNER BUY A NEW MOTORBIKE... by michaellieptourists
We went to the Honda dealer to purchase a new scooter... Needless to say, no one spoke English but my Vn wife was able to make an attempt at translation which appeared to say that we can't buy a bike because we don't live here ...
I don't know which law or regulation it is or what it exactly mentions (nor why it is in place in the first place). Thinking back I am not quite sure I remember correctly, but my last bike I got (new Honda from official dealer), they said the ... Read More
Work permit for foreigners in HCM city by thuytrang8993
Hello, my boyfriend and I are going to Ho Chi Minh city to open a restaurant. I have Vietnamese nationality and he has French. I am wondering if there are any of you in the same situation as us and could help us in the administrative procedures ...
I'd recommend you go back to that lawyer, he is very cheap indeed (but make sure you get an investors or business license, you don't need residency)! In any case, if your budget is small, I would get a 90 day multiple entry visa (which you ... Read More
Traffic incident by PhucDatBiet
Got into a minor fender bender today. I was riding grab bike and my driver had to stop hard to avoid hitting another biker ahead of us who also made a sudden stop. Then a girl and her mom hit us from behind in full force. They got the nerves to ...
I agree in a way that they drive well considering the chaos and the roads. I think however, it is not the skills that count of avoiding getting bumped into or evading a crash, it is the thinking or lack thereof when driving. Especially when I see an ... Read More
Traffic incident by PhucDatBiet
Got into a minor fender bender today. I was riding grab bike and my driver had to stop hard to avoid hitting another biker ahead of us who also made a sudden stop. Then a girl and her mom hit us from behind in full force. They got the nerves to ...
I kinda share your conclusion. Read More
Traffic incident by PhucDatBiet
Got into a minor fender bender today. I was riding grab bike and my driver had to stop hard to avoid hitting another biker ahead of us who also made a sudden stop. Then a girl and her mom hit us from behind in full force. They got the nerves to ...
With all due respect, I disagree and this would be the first time I heard that someone here is following any rules. OK, yes, I know that the left lanes are for other vehicles than motorbikes. But I am talking about everywhere, even within the lane ... Read More
Eggs...refrigerated or not!!!! by Vagabondone
Why is it in America we are told we will drop over dead in minutes if we eat eggs that are not kept refrigerated....yet here in VN an egg never sees a frig. How come we are not kicking the bucket here?
You said it right "cooled down as quickly as possible". Our golden rule to maximize "shelf life" and minimize bacterial growth or spoilage is (from boiling point) down to below 20'C within under 20 minutes (especially ... Read More
City Taxi. by markthomaslee
axis are not cheap to get around the city, but they're certainly good and better than those bicycle and motorbikes in big cities like Hanoi and HCMC When I look at it, taxi drivers in Saigon are all the same. What matters to them is only about ...
You are most welcome buddy Read More
Children's coloring books
and ask for "to mau" (paint/draw color) Read More
City Taxi. by markthomaslee
axis are not cheap to get around the city, but they're certainly good and better than those bicycle and motorbikes in big cities like Hanoi and HCMC When I look at it, taxi drivers in Saigon are all the same. What matters to them is only about ...
I disagree. While I very, very seldom need a taxi, I never really had any problems. Yes, maybe there was once or twice an issue about something. I often don't drive the shortest route myself as I know the streets and in rush hrs or traffic jam ... Read More
Traffic incident by PhucDatBiet
Got into a minor fender bender today. I was riding grab bike and my driver had to stop hard to avoid hitting another biker ahead of us who also made a sudden stop. Then a girl and her mom hit us from behind in full force. They got the nerves to ...
I fully agree with all you said. especially ridiculous when 50 meters down the road at the red light they seem to daze away and nearly fall a sleep when it turns to green and only awaken to race on when honked from the rear. I also love that ... Read More
LED lamp and emergency lamp or Solar generator power by NhungPHAM
Hi, I've never been in Myanmar and want to go there next year. People told me that in Myanmar there is often blackout in Yangon. I can figure out the electricity cost in Myanmar is so expensive. And, I want to develop a business to sell ...
Hi, You're welcome. Regarding the rural areas in Myanmar, I can't judge as I've never been further out of Yangon than about 15km. I'm scheduled to go to Yangon again in November or December for ten days. I'll look around and ... Read More
I'm planning a trip to Myanmar, would like to know something by GuestPoster348
Hello expats and locals, I'm planning a trip to Myanmar as I've heard that the best time to visit Myanmar is Oct to Mar. As a Vietnamese passport holder, I have 14 days free visa to Myanmar and the air ticket of Vietjet Air Ho Chi Minh ...
Mingalaba Nice report! I see you found the cyclo restaurant and mr.lee's hotel. I didn't check the golden pho, but probably will try next time when I have to go there (Yangon). Read More
How much for a driving license by missenko
Hi all ! I would like to ask how much does it cost to make an A2 driving license ? Thank you !!
no no, you can't buy it ;) Read More
Traffic incident by PhucDatBiet
Got into a minor fender bender today. I was riding grab bike and my driver had to stop hard to avoid hitting another biker ahead of us who also made a sudden stop. Then a girl and her mom hit us from behind in full force. They got the nerves to ...
I don't know if it is stupidity or not, but I think that 99% of the locals would think not. where I learned driving it is always your fault if you crash into someone from behind, so you learn to keep distance according to speed in case you need ... Read More
Mattress
It is called NGO Gia Tu (as posted above), not NOT GIA TU... Or do you want him to get lost? Read More
Tell me your job interviews experience in vietnam by Monihon
I just did my first job interview here, and the feeling was the same that a criminal can feel while being interrogated by the police. If that is the way interviews usually are... Well, I'm a bit scared. Since the language is a big barrier, I may ...
I'd wait and see if the second one's different. If you follow those very basic rules jimbream wrote (which I assume you had already done on the first interview), I'm sure the second one will be different. Read More
Tell me your job interviews experience in vietnam by Monihon
I just did my first job interview here, and the feeling was the same that a criminal can feel while being interrogated by the police. If that is the way interviews usually are... Well, I'm a bit scared. Since the language is a big barrier, I may ...
Lol... How about you watch the next important game in a Spanish bar, then you'll see! Read More
Mattress
There's lots and lots of places, if you have a preferred area/district would be easier to point in a direction. Ngo Gia Tu street is central and well know for all kinds of furniture. Then again, I just saw in the larger Coop mart they are ... Read More
LED lamp and emergency lamp or Solar generator power by NhungPHAM
Hi, I've never been in Myanmar and want to go there next year. People told me that in Myanmar there is often blackout in Yangon. I can figure out the electricity cost in Myanmar is so expensive. And, I want to develop a business to sell ...
From what I saw the LED light business is already well established, can buy them everywhere. Then I heard that bringing in solar technology can be difficult as the people in control of the diesel generator business have no interest in seeing this ... Read More
Do and don't in Saudi Arabia - 2015 by Homoud.only
[quote=lifcrazy]Hi That's true , but still the expenses her cheaper than other countries beside Tax Free, Thanks[/quote] i think those are the most advantage living here (:
I have the same question and I scrolled around and could not see an answer. I'm asking as we (our company) is looking into deploying a few South East Asian chefs to SA. However, one of them, a Filipino who's friend apparently got raped and ... Read More
Where to watch Rugby in HCM on Saturday? by kieksie
Good day, where can i watch rugby on Saturday? Thanks
scottyla, just get there 30-60 mins early and you'll find a place to sit and watch. Best you check Phattys first, if there's no space or you don't like the venue, Game on is just 1mins walk. Universal would be a bit further away, but I ... Read More