John Martin
@AmericanEnglishVN
American expat in Vietnam
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About me
American
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Speaks English, Vietnamese
Registration: 06 May 2013
Has anyone taken the TESOL course at Australia-vietnam School of Engli by nikkkki
Hi guys! I'm new here and I'm hoping someone could help me out. I'm interested in teaching english in Vietnam and I was told I need a TESOL or some kind of certification. I was contacted by someone at Australia-Vietnam school of ...
For nearly the same amount of money you can get a CELTA from ILA which would open a lot more doors for you. Read More
Safest way to send a gift from USA to Vietnam by charlesle9
I was advised to post this topic here as it would give me a better response. I live in the USA near Little Saigon, Orange County. I have a family member in Vietnam whose birthday is coming up soon. I want to buy him a gift here in the US, then ship ...
If you are in Little Saigon (southern California), there are a ton of other businesses there just like Golden Freight. Try Vien Dong Shipping on Bolsa Avenue. They appear to offer the same service. viendongshipping.com/ Read More
Safest way to send a gift from USA to Vietnam by charlesle9
I was advised to post this topic here as it would give me a better response. I live in the USA near Little Saigon, Orange County. I have a family member in Vietnam whose birthday is coming up soon. I want to buy him a gift here in the US, then ship ...
Budman is right. I use Golden Freight in San Jose all the time. You can send your item to them in San Jose via US DOMESTIC MAIL and they will forward to Vietnam by Air Freight. It then arrives in HCMC 5 days later. They have their own system ... Read More
Import/Export Electronics From USA/VIETNAM by spajcte
Does anyone know the rules and regulations on importing and exporting goods ( electronic equipment ) exem. Cell phones, DVD players, Receivers, Tv, Game System from USA to Vietnam. Which company can i contact for that in HCMC? Do this company ...
There are hundreds of Viet Kieu owned freight forwarding companies all over the states which provide this service - (Chuyen Hang Ve Viet nam) - they will give you a price for both 'shipping and customs' together - or you can opt for ... Read More
Imported American Goods Supermarket in Tan Binh near the Airport ?????
Ok I see the one you are talking about - US Mart on Tran Hung Dao. Looks like a nice selection of products, especially bottled drinks and they seem to have some sort of Deli too. usmart.vn/usmart_index.php?mod=lienhe I just found the other ... Read More
Imported American Goods Supermarket in Tan Binh near the Airport ?????
Ok, thanks for the tip. Read More
Imported American Goods Supermarket in Tan Binh near the Airport ?????
Just curious if any of you have been here and could tell me what all they have and how the prices are. Not sure if it's worthwhile making a special trip there. I usually stop by one of the supermarkets in District 1 and 2 to stock up on imported ... Read More
American Television Programs. by bta87
If any of you need your fix I just learned of a site that is quite good. The name of it is ustvnow.com. They have all the major channels for free. I upgraded on have all the channels plus the ability to record via their DVR. At time on my internet ...
For REAL cable TV from the states try Nimble: watch.nimbletv.com/plans/nyc/invited It's not cheap but it's the real deal for Expats in search of real TV from the States. They help you get your own DISH subscriber account based in New York City ... Read More
Canned or Bottled Vietnamese Iced Coffee?
Highland Coffee Company manufactures Canned Ice Milk Coffee. Also, Ajinimoto - sold as Birdy brand Iced Milk Coffee. Big C and Metro seem to have these in stock most of the time. I haven't seen the Nestle one around for a while. I heard they ... Read More
Subscriber Accounts with Viettel or Mobifone for Expats ?? by AmericanEnglishVN
Does anyone know if Expats are eligible to get subscriber accounts with any of the local mobile phone companies such as Viettel or Mobifone ? I went to my local Viettel store twice and they gave me the run around and basically told me I was ...
You guys are both informative and entertaining ! :) Read More
Subscriber Accounts with Viettel or Mobifone for Expats ?? by AmericanEnglishVN
Does anyone know if Expats are eligible to get subscriber accounts with any of the local mobile phone companies such as Viettel or Mobifone ? I went to my local Viettel store twice and they gave me the run around and basically told me I was ...
Thanks for the feedback everyone. I'm going to give Mobifone a try and if no luck there then I'll have my wife talk with someone at their head office. Surely there's got to be a way to do this. Read More
Subscriber Accounts with Viettel or Mobifone for Expats ??
Does anyone know if Expats are eligible to get subscriber accounts with any of the local mobile phone companies such as Viettel or Mobifone ? I went to my local Viettel store twice and they gave me the run around and basically told me I was ... Read More
Where to buy Doritos by keno2
Anyone know if Doritos chips are available in the city? Have not been able to find them anywhere.
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ordering from amazon by ancientpathos
Greetings, anyone have ang luck ordering from amazon and having them deliever here in HCMC? I am one of those large Amercans with size 13d feet, easy to get clothes made here, how about shoes, socks and large condums(those with penis envy are bound ...
You can use this Freight Forwarder in San Jose, California. http://golden-freight.com/ They will forward whatever you buy online in the USA (Amazon, Walmart, Macys, etc..) to your address in VN. They send out a shipment every Friday from San Jose ... Read More
Desperately seeking advice for Thu Duc by melw
Hello expat community, Just curious if anyone has any advice for a new comer to Thu Duc district. I am volunteering with four other active, intelligent, adventurous and culturally curious young people. We are looking for advice on adjusting to the ...
The area of Thu Duc which runs right alongside the Hanoi Highway, just across the street from Coopmart District 9 and Saigon International University is probably your best bet for restaurants and cafes. This area is known as Phuong Bin Tho (Binh ... Read More
Hummus by tommycoyne
Does anyone know if hummus is sold in any supermarkets in the city
I was just at Veggys today (the one on Le Thanh Ton street) and they had a huge inventory of Athnos brand Hummus....just go upstairs to the walk-in refrigerator - on the top rack above the sausages. To my surprise they even had Red Bull in stock. Read More
CONSTRUCTION WORK by GabHer
Hi there, Has anyone heard of a company called Gab Construction? Their address is supposed to be B104 Ring Road Industrial Area, Abossey Okai Road Ghana West Africa. I tried to google them but only got info on a company in Canada with the same name ...
That's got to be a scam ! Read More
looking for someone coming from the USA with space in container/luggag
The cheapest and easiest way to send things such as an Air Purifier to Vietnam is to have the USA retailer send it to any of those Freight Forwarders in San Jose or Santa Ana (Little Saigon). You'll pay about 100 usd for the first 20 pounds (and 3 ... Read More
Hummus by tommycoyne
Does anyone know if hummus is sold in any supermarkets in the city
I've purchased the refrigerated variety before at Veggys on the corner of Le Thanh Ton and Thi Sach streets - District 1. I think I've also seen it at Sieu Thi An Phu and An Nam Gourmet in Thao Dien/District 2 area. It's kind of hit or miss with ... Read More
Cashing Checks from US Banks in Vietnam
Has anyone out there had any success with cashing or depositing a check from a US Bank here in Vietnam ? I looked into this many years ago and was told by several local and international banks that the process takes 4 to 6 weeks to complete. I'm ... Read More
How should I renew my 30 day visa? by Nam_
Hi, Okay so I already posted about my visa woes in the thread titled "Top notices for Vietnam visa" (because that's where I originally got advice on how to get my tourist visa) a couple of weeks back but got little response so will try again with ...
I think you'll be fine (key words being "supposed to"). I doubt it will be an issue if you let the travel agent handle it for you. I don't think it will come down to you needing to do a border run. Read More
Import Tax Exemptions for Temporary Residence Card holders ?? by AmericanEnglishVN
Does anyone know what import tax exemptions are available to those who have a Temporary Residence Card ? I heard something to the effect that it allows an individual to import items for personal use into the country without tax. Is this true and ...
Thanks so much for the info Anatta. That's exactly what I was looking for ! Read More
How should I renew my 30 day visa? by Nam_
Hi, Okay so I already posted about my visa woes in the thread titled "Top notices for Vietnam visa" (because that's where I originally got advice on how to get my tourist visa) a couple of weeks back but got little response so will try again with ...
You are supposed to apply for the extension at least 7 days prior to the expiration date of your Visa. Sure you could go down to Immigration on your own and fill out the paperwork yourself but its certainly a lot easier to have a travel agency do ... Read More
Import Tax Exemptions for Temporary Residence Card holders ?? by AmericanEnglishVN
Does anyone know what import tax exemptions are available to those who have a Temporary Residence Card ? I heard something to the effect that it allows an individual to import items for personal use into the country without tax. Is this true and ...
Who said anything about withering away ? I didn't come here 5 years ago to go to work. My wife brought me here. Read More
Import Tax Exemptions for Temporary Residence Card holders ?? by AmericanEnglishVN
Does anyone know what import tax exemptions are available to those who have a Temporary Residence Card ? I heard something to the effect that it allows an individual to import items for personal use into the country without tax. Is this true and ...
So much for my question being what you labeled as "elementary". Sounds like you don't where to look for this information either. Or maybe you know and you just don't want to share. Read More
Import Tax Exemptions for Temporary Residence Card holders ?? by AmericanEnglishVN
Does anyone know what import tax exemptions are available to those who have a Temporary Residence Card ? I heard something to the effect that it allows an individual to import items for personal use into the country without tax. Is this true and ...
What was the declared value of those brochures ? Read More
Import Tax Exemptions for Temporary Residence Card holders ?? by AmericanEnglishVN
Does anyone know what import tax exemptions are available to those who have a Temporary Residence Card ? I heard something to the effect that it allows an individual to import items for personal use into the country without tax. Is this true and ...
I can assure you I'm NOT a viet kieu. And yes, I have been here that long. Like I said, over the years I've heard a lot of talk from other expats about there being import tax exemptions such as for importing a car for personal use, household ... Read More
Import Tax Exemptions for Temporary Residence Card holders ??
Does anyone know what import tax exemptions are available to those who have a Temporary Residence Card ? I heard something to the effect that it allows an individual to import items for personal use into the country without tax. Is this true and ... Read More
How should I renew my 30 day visa? by Nam_
Hi, Okay so I already posted about my visa woes in the thread titled "Top notices for Vietnam visa" (because that's where I originally got advice on how to get my tourist visa) a couple of weeks back but got little response so will try again with ...
Yes, I know what they are: TRC - Temporary Resident Card PRC - Permanent Resident Card Read More
How should I renew my 30 day visa? by Nam_
Hi, Okay so I already posted about my visa woes in the thread titled "Top notices for Vietnam visa" (because that's where I originally got advice on how to get my tourist visa) a couple of weeks back but got little response so will try again with ...
Your husband would qualify as a 'spouse' so what I said is correct:) Read More
How should I renew my 30 day visa? by Nam_
Hi, Okay so I already posted about my visa woes in the thread titled "Top notices for Vietnam visa" (because that's where I originally got advice on how to get my tourist visa) a couple of weeks back but got little response so will try again with ...
Any of those tiny little 'hole-in-the-wall' travel offices in District 1, Pham Ngu Lao area (Bui Vien Street) should be able to easily extend your Visa for another 30 days - they'll probably charge you somewhere around 50 dollars or 1 million VND. ... Read More