WillyBaldy
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A love story! (and money related question) by WillyBaldy
I thought this forum haven't had a post about relationships for quite a while now so I'm jumping head first with my own post 😂So, to try to keep this short, I'm a 50 years old Canadian guy who was married to a Vietnamese woman from Saigon ...
Pull the trigger cameras down for a start - @lambieallan Cameras have been in the garbade bin for quite a while now 🤣 Read More
A love story! (and money related question) by WillyBaldy
I thought this forum haven't had a post about relationships for quite a while now so I'm jumping head first with my own post 😂So, to try to keep this short, I'm a 50 years old Canadian guy who was married to a Vietnamese woman from Saigon ...
...he's got two cameras at her home live streaming to his app, because he wants to make sure "his daughter is well taken care of for the money is sending". I know here 5t is a lot especially that legally he doesn't have to send anything... - ... Read More
A love story! (and money related question) by WillyBaldy
I thought this forum haven't had a post about relationships for quite a while now so I'm jumping head first with my own post 😂So, to try to keep this short, I'm a 50 years old Canadian guy who was married to a Vietnamese woman from Saigon ...
If you start sending money regularly, you kinda make a commitment and then her motivation, "might* be swayed by the antisipation of incoming money. So if you or her should desire to back-away, (while you are in CN) you will feel obligated to keep ... Read More
A love story! (and money related question) by WillyBaldy
I thought this forum haven't had a post about relationships for quite a while now so I'm jumping head first with my own post 😂So, to try to keep this short, I'm a 50 years old Canadian guy who was married to a Vietnamese woman from Saigon ...
...he's got two cameras at her home live streaming to his app, because he wants to make sure "his daughter is well taken care of for the money is sending". I know here 5t is a lot especially that legally he doesn't have to send anything... - ... Read More
A love story! (and money related question) by WillyBaldy
I thought this forum haven't had a post about relationships for quite a while now so I'm jumping head first with my own post 😂So, to try to keep this short, I'm a 50 years old Canadian guy who was married to a Vietnamese woman from Saigon ...
It's not your first rodeo so you already know what to look out for. None of us could possibly know what her intentions are. We also don't know what the ex will do regarding support if you enter the picture. It's not a lot to you but it is to her. ... Read More
Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
This thread is for everything Off-topic..........[img align=C]https://www.askideas.com/media/13/Burning-Whats-Up-Gif-Picture.gif[/img]
Placed an order on Lazada for something I'd been meaning to buy for a while now. When I showed GF she stared at it, then once she realised what it was for, exclaimed... "Ôi chúa ơi! West make machine for that?!" (series ... Read More
A love story! (and money related question)
I thought this forum haven't had a post about relationships for quite a while now so I'm jumping head first with my own post 😂So, to try to keep this short, I'm a 50 years old Canadian guy who was married to a Vietnamese woman from Saigon ... Read More
Question about Visa Expemption Certificate expiration date
Hello folks,So my VEC expires in May, but I'll be going back to Canada early April.I'll be going to Singapore in two weeks for a few days. Once I get back, will the agent adjust my maximum stay to the VEC's expiration date? Normally each stay is six ... Read More
Evisa to Vietnam by LEVENKOVAvl
Hello Aidan , I hope you are doing well , sorry for buzz you , but I need help 😁I just faced problem with Vietnam Evisa ,Immigration hold up my application because this reason : “you are required provide correct address in ...
R.I.P Kiên Giang 😭 Read More
Wife wants a divorce and the blame lies with me. by Earlyant
This situation is entirely my fault. I was the one who broke promises, etc. Disregarded her and was lazy. Didn’t want to work and would just sit in front of the building every night drinking large amounts of alcohol. Which made me look bad in ...
There is no problem in the world that drinking doesn't make worse! - @Malcolmleitrim Well, technically and literally speaking, alcohol is a solution. - @Aidan in HCMC A flammable solution at that! Read More
Tan Son Nhat Airport the worst in Asia ? by ushfuhg
Someone recently commented to me that TSN was the worst airport -regarding exit and entrance time - they had encountered in 40 years of travelling. I had to agree. Consistently 2 hours plus of queueing to get out and 1-2 hours to get in.
Another option for someone who doesn't want to spend the money to travel business class is to pay for a fast track service that's about USD$30. It actually works and helps you save a lot of time going straight through line ups. - @WillyBaldy Yeah I ... Read More
Tan Son Nhat Airport the worst in Asia ? by ushfuhg
Someone recently commented to me that TSN was the worst airport -regarding exit and entrance time - they had encountered in 40 years of travelling. I had to agree. Consistently 2 hours plus of queueing to get out and 1-2 hours to get in.
Another option for someone who doesn't want to spend the money to travel business class is to pay for a fast track service that's about USD$30. It actually works and helps you save a lot of time going straight through line ups. Read More
Bank account for US citizen married to a Vietnamese?? by AlbertDifi
Even though I have a TRC because of marriage, I cannot have my own bank account. I have heard conflicting info and hope someone here can clarify. She has to put my money in her name with me as an authority which one bank said would authorize me to ...
A TRC and VEC are definitely completely different things. Although I never did this, I thought it was relatively easy get a TRC once you've got a VEC? Read More
Moving to Vietnam by Sonny C
Hi everyone,I'm planning to move to Vietnam and I'm looking for advice on how to make this transition smoothly. I would appreciate any tips, experiences, or resources that could help me. thanks
I'm buying a new rope. How long should it be folks? Read More
Looking for beach town any suggestions ? by FISHMATADOR
Hello I'm thinking Vietnam looking for beach town long term close to town walking grocery fishing restaurants a girl cooking cleaning. I'm 67 my name Jeff.Thank you very much if you can help me 🙏 Cheers 🍻
I married a Vietnamese woman in the past and got it only 50% right: got the cooking but not the cleaning part Read More
Process of buying home or condo in Vietnam (Saigon) by jrharvey
I realize there are probably not a lot of experts on this subject but hoping someone out there may know a few things. Not seeing much in the search or past discussions. So the story is that me and my wife are looking to buy a house or condo. I do ...
Its funny. Ive become so use to the loud noises I get really freaked out when I leave Vietnam. Its just too quiet and freaks me out. There's nothing peaceful about too quiet for me but it could just be my ADD brain. ... Read More
Process of buying home or condo in Vietnam (Saigon) by jrharvey
I realize there are probably not a lot of experts on this subject but hoping someone out there may know a few things. Not seeing much in the search or past discussions. So the story is that me and my wife are looking to buy a house or condo. I do ...
If you join one of the Celadon City groups on FB you will see most of the rentals available there either from the owners or agents. But again as a bit of a warning......what you see on a photo is not always what you get when you do a viewing!!!!Wow ... Read More
Process of buying home or condo in Vietnam (Saigon) by jrharvey
I realize there are probably not a lot of experts on this subject but hoping someone out there may know a few things. Not seeing much in the search or past discussions. So the story is that me and my wife are looking to buy a house or condo. I do ...
Every weekend one family had a tent erected in the street below & the karaoke would start at full volume & the main event was this woman screaming & wailing most of the night & even although we were on the 15th floor & with all ... Read More
Process of buying home or condo in Vietnam (Saigon) by jrharvey
I realize there are probably not a lot of experts on this subject but hoping someone out there may know a few things. Not seeing much in the search or past discussions. So the story is that me and my wife are looking to buy a house or condo. I do ...
Celadon City life is good for me anyways. I look at as a hidden oasis & where I live in Diamond Brilliant now its very quiet for now anyways cos the development is only about 70% occupied. I did a trip yesterday from here to Phan Xich Long St ... Read More
Process of buying home or condo in Vietnam (Saigon) by jrharvey
I realize there are probably not a lot of experts on this subject but hoping someone out there may know a few things. Not seeing much in the search or past discussions. So the story is that me and my wife are looking to buy a house or condo. I do ...
Wish I had known about you place before, I was paying 12 million (un furnished) Emerald A2 + management fee. I was 3 years at Emerald ( block F & then Block A2) & really liked it, but now very happy at Diamond Brilliant. ... Read More
Musicians wanting to jam. by raymondo1039
Dose anyone know of a music studio where they have a drum kit and any musicians that want to jam. on western music .
Dose anyone know of a music studio where they have a drum kit and any musicians that want to jam. on western music . -@raymondo1039 In Nha Trang? Sure, that's possible. How much are you ... Read More
Announcing a pregnancy late by GuestPoster117
Dear forum user,My brother has a Vietnamese girlfriend. She told him late (in the 4th month) that she was pregnant. She said it is customary in Vietnam. Is it true? Do girlfriends/wives announce the pregnancy so late?Best regards,Monica
As an Orthodox Christian, I am against contraception.I respect your religious beliefs, but aren't you also against sex before marriage then? Which is what your brother did. Read More
Announcing a pregnancy late by GuestPoster117
Dear forum user,My brother has a Vietnamese girlfriend. She told him late (in the 4th month) that she was pregnant. She said it is customary in Vietnam. Is it true? Do girlfriends/wives announce the pregnancy so late?Best regards,Monica
If she didn't want kids, why didn't she use contraception? As a woman, how come she didn't know she was pregnant by month 2? I would like to ask you a question in return: if your brother knew she didn't want kids (in your story, she did tell him) ... Read More
How can I plan a safe trip to Vietnam ? by mikedellgolf
@Julien I am a 21 years old male and I plan to take a trip to Vietnam in May '23 and stay there for six months before coming back to the US and starting my professional career. I plan on playing a lot of golf and tennis while I am in Vietnam ...
I'm following this thread with great interest Read More
Old men with young Vietnamese wives/girlfriends by pathixon48
How is it working out?
Yeah I seem to be a big hit with single moms, there's a target mark on my forehead Read More
Old men with young Vietnamese wives/girlfriends by pathixon48
How is it working out?
@WillyBaldy Your point is well taken. I was older but not so wise at the time. Come to think of it, I still have a lot to learn. -@drutterWe definitely all do, and as a human race sometimes we don't always think with our brain Read More
Old men with young Vietnamese wives/girlfriends by pathixon48
How is it working out?
My first marriage she had just turned 21 and I was three months shy of 39. A beautiful Filipino girl but 7 years and a 5 year old daughter later she was already messing around with other men and refused to go to counseling - so that was the end of ... Read More
Old men with young Vietnamese wives/girlfriends by pathixon48
How is it working out?
...As long as not older than the father.😂 -@An ZhenUh oh... 😉 -@OceanBeach92107Really funny when you have to call a man 10 years younger than you "ba" Read More
ASKING FOR A FRIEND by goodolboy
Is Gay marriage recognised in Vietnam & if it is would that qualify for a VEC?
I was gladly surprised when I asked a guy working at the reception in the building where I live (in Cần Thơ) if he had a girlfriend, and he proudly said "no, I've got a boyfriend!". Things are finally changing here outside the biggest ... Read More
My Vietnamese love story and ensuing heartbreak by vietnamisgreat
While visiting Hanoi in 2011 I met a gorgeous girl, she was smart, charming, affectionate and caring. Her family were also very kind and welcoming. Her family had many businesses and had significant economic means. After a year long courtship and ...
Meanwhile, the husband who previously commanded all of her attention--simply by being the man with whom she was parenting children--is no longer fulfilling her growing need to be affirmed as a desirable woman in the eyes of a husband who now relates ... Read More
ASKING FOR A FRIEND by goodolboy
Is Gay marriage recognised in Vietnam & if it is would that qualify for a VEC?
I was gladly surprised when I asked a guy working at the reception in the building where I live (in Cần Thơ) if he had a girlfriend, and he proudly said "no, I've got a boyfriend!". Things are finally changing here outside the biggest ... Read More
Vietnamese driving license. by bertieboy123
Hello all. What is involved in a foreigner obtaining a Vietnamese drivers license ? I know some will ask why on earth i would want to drive in Vietnam lol :-) But i am married to a Vietnamese lady (Who normally drives me around when in Vietnam) We ...
Vinfast is kinda like the tesla scooter of vietnam. They are everywhere now. They have a bunch of different models now but I just happen to like the Feliz S. Just the styling is more typical of a Honda Vision. They have a few that look like a Vespa ... Read More
Vietnamese driving license. by bertieboy123
Hello all. What is involved in a foreigner obtaining a Vietnamese drivers license ? I know some will ask why on earth i would want to drive in Vietnam lol :-) But i am married to a Vietnamese lady (Who normally drives me around when in Vietnam) We ...
Well lets be clear on the E-Bike thing. The real rule is an E-Bike with less than a 4k watt motor and goes less than 50km/hr do not require a license. There are plenty of E-Bikes in Saigon that require an A-1 license. I know because I am ... Read More
Transitioning to Vietnam by sfowler2760
Hello everyone! I am tired of the high costs of living in the U.S. and all the beauracy. At 63 I would like to become an expat. I have narrowed it down to Thailand and Vietnam. I have done some research on the internet as far as costs, ...
Excuse me boys...-@ruzuba1500Now then, who you callin' "boy"!?-@Aidan in HCMCwell, sounds better than "old boys". Or? -@ruzuba1500Hey, it's a perfectly fine pronoun by me, but we mustn't forget the lady expat.com members (of which there are many) ... Read More
Visa Runs…..maybe the party is over. by GuestPoster1236
Spoke to an Australian today, he’s just completed his 8th visa run . On return to Vietnam , he was told that was the last E Visa he’ll get …..& after leaving VN , will need to wait 12 months to re apply. He’s in a ...
I think 30-day visas are like winters in Canada. The first one is like "wow, great, let it snow!". The second one you're like "so beautiful but darn it's cold" and starting with the third winter it's like "I'm getting the heck out of here" Read More
'Can I add you to Zalo because my kid wants to practice English?' by WillyBaldy
So, it happened quite a few times so far.I was sitting on a bench in a touristy area in Cần Thơ enjoying a cold beer after a long week of work, then a mother and her young daughter would approach me and the mother would ask me to talk to ...
You guys are crazy, I love it.Because of the abundance of wisdom found in this thread, I'll now have an initial question for any mom approaching me about "talking to their kid"."Em có chồng hay bạn trai chưa?"If the answer is ... Read More
'Can I add you to Zalo because my kid wants to practice English?' by WillyBaldy
So, it happened quite a few times so far.I was sitting on a bench in a touristy area in Cần Thơ enjoying a cold beer after a long week of work, then a mother and her young daughter would approach me and the mother would ask me to talk to ...
I hope I wasn't misunderstood earlier. I'm not trying to trash women in this situation. Actually, I admire them for being willing to step forward for the sake of their children. I suppose every now and then there's one who is using the child, ... Read More
'Can I add you to Zalo because my kid wants to practice English?' by WillyBaldy
So, it happened quite a few times so far.I was sitting on a bench in a touristy area in Cần Thơ enjoying a cold beer after a long week of work, then a mother and her young daughter would approach me and the mother would ask me to talk to ...
But as i said, it's not about teaching. They approach me with their *kid*, and then the kid starts talking in English. It's right there, instant free practice! -@WillyBaldyAhhh, okay. Apologies for my misunderstanding. You're talking about ... Read More
'Can I add you to Zalo because my kid wants to practice English?' by WillyBaldy
So, it happened quite a few times so far.I was sitting on a bench in a touristy area in Cần Thơ enjoying a cold beer after a long week of work, then a mother and her young daughter would approach me and the mother would ask me to talk to ...
Seems very unusual for a Vietnamese woman to approach a strange man on the street, but times are changing. Just say something slightly amusing like "Sorry, my wife is gets very jealous when I speak with other women." And smile.If you feel ... Read More
'Can I add you to Zalo because my kid wants to practice English?' by WillyBaldy
So, it happened quite a few times so far.I was sitting on a bench in a touristy area in Cần Thơ enjoying a cold beer after a long week of work, then a mother and her young daughter would approach me and the mother would ask me to talk to ...
I hear your pain, mate, and can appreciate that you are torn between doing something to help others less fortunate than you(we) are and also attend to your own social, physical and psychological needs.I think you described a version of myself from a ... Read More
'Can I add you to Zalo because my kid wants to practice English?' by WillyBaldy
So, it happened quite a few times so far.I was sitting on a bench in a touristy area in Cần Thơ enjoying a cold beer after a long week of work, then a mother and her young daughter would approach me and the mother would ask me to talk to ...
Teaching Pro Bono Publico, Pro Gratis, or Privately (one on one) (link to a prior thread)In that thread, my response to my neighbour is what I tell all who have approached me to teach, i.e. "...without (their) procuring the relevant paperwork that ... Read More
'Can I add you to Zalo because my kid wants to practice English?' by WillyBaldy
So, it happened quite a few times so far.I was sitting on a bench in a touristy area in Cần Thơ enjoying a cold beer after a long week of work, then a mother and her young daughter would approach me and the mother would ask me to talk to ...
In my experience: These are almost always single (divorced) women, and their goal is often the acquisition of a Western stepfather for their child. Well, that's a possibility, but I really think that in most cases it was really to have a chance to ... Read More
'Can I add you to Zalo because my kid wants to practice English?'
So, it happened quite a few times so far.I was sitting on a bench in a touristy area in Cần Thơ enjoying a cold beer after a long week of work, then a mother and her young daughter would approach me and the mother would ask me to talk to ... Read More
U.S. Dollar to Vietnam Đồng Exchange Rate by OceanBeach92107
News you didn't expect to hear: If you had bet on the đồng one year ago, you would be ahead now... [img align=C]https://gordythomas.files.wordpress.com/2020/01/screenshot_20200102-204956_google-01.jpeg[/img] Some experts ...
I'm terribly jealous of USD holders, I'm getting destroyed with my CAD. Read More
TRC card + foreign driving license = permanent A1 driving license? by WillyBaldy
I just have a very specific question. I'm in the process of obtaining a permanent A1 driving license in Cần Thơ and I'm going to go through the "natural" process of passing the theoretical and practical exam in Vietnamese to get the ...
So, after a few weeks studying for the A1 driving license, I'd like to add some knowledge here:In 2020, the driving license system was reformed and many things changed, that's why some people might have information that predates 2020 and it can ... Read More
Tet "lucky money" advice by zeubie
Hi there, I have been in Vietnam for the past few weeks and currently staying in a guesthouse I booked through Airbnb. I have been at this guesthouse for the past 2-3 weeks now and will be staying here over the Tet holiday. The young couple who ...
The woman I dated insisted on "lucky money", I gave her 2000 VND buahaha -@narcrepellant2525I hope for her sake it was the last date with you Read More
Coldest Day of The Year in Hội An? by OceanBeach92107
The low of 16° is definitely lower than any temp since December 2022.Not sure about any January or February temps a year ago.
Meanwhile, my city in Canada will hit -28C this week (feels like effect with wind) so this makes me savour my time here even more Read More
Help on visa denial by Jkb8536
Question on US Consulate in Saigon and understanding how they approve visa for Vietnamese citizens. I have a long term girlfriend that we’ve been talking dating about a year and a half year from Saigon and she just got her second refusal under ...
Disclaimer: I am totally newbie about marriages etc, like idiot about all that stuff. Do not know clue about US family laws, but I am aware that no matter what in US law is heavily biased toward woman during divorce crap. Since you do not mind ... Read More
when is tet by cooper1203
Stupid question maybe but google and other sources produce about 6 different answers. I think i come into hannoi on the 1st/2nd of feb will i of missed it?many thankscoop
Just back in from a long morning run on the old Mobylette, TET can go on for ever for me, 50% of the market stalls open, most coffee shops open, AEON Mall open, just 80% less traffic, life is good! -@goodolboyYeah was in Saigon for the week-end but ... Read More
Tet "lucky money" advice by zeubie
Hi there, I have been in Vietnam for the past few weeks and currently staying in a guesthouse I booked through Airbnb. I have been at this guesthouse for the past 2-3 weeks now and will be staying here over the Tet holiday. The young couple who ...
So, after all this talk of lì xì I actually only distributed boxes of European cookies this year, bought a big one at my favourite juice place and asked them to share between employees. I felt it was easier than distributing a bunch of ... Read More
Midnight run by TeflT23
Hello all, just got a quick question about Vietnam specifically HCMC. so last year I lived in HCMC for 3 months while looking for a job, but due to unfortunate circumstances back home I had to leave suddenly. I'm thinking of going back in the next ...
Personally I think you could have handled it way better, you engineered your troubles. Delete Zalo with an angry landlord on the other side? Come on. I'm sure with some talks it could have been handled nicely, maybe just a small bonus to the ... Read More
5 year visa waiver - in case members don't already know by Guest8153
My wife is VN, and we have a 10-year-old son. They (we) live in LA/USA. I'm here on a Canadian government project and discovered last May that foreigners with either a VN spouse or a VN child (if divorced or unmarried) could get a 5-year visa waiver ...
Only possible at the embassy in Los Angeles... -@OceanBeach92107You're right. I totally missed that one. I wonder if anyone else has recently gotten a VEC and can confirm or deny the "grey book" assertion. -@THIGVI'm not sure if it answers your ... Read More
5 year visa waiver - in case members don't already know by Guest8153
My wife is VN, and we have a 10-year-old son. They (we) live in LA/USA. I'm here on a Canadian government project and discovered last May that foreigners with either a VN spouse or a VN child (if divorced or unmarried) could get a 5-year visa waiver ...
What? A 5-year visa *waiver*? Never heard of this Read More
TRC card + foreign driving license = permanent A1 driving license? by WillyBaldy
I just have a very specific question. I'm in the process of obtaining a permanent A1 driving license in Cần Thơ and I'm going to go through the "natural" process of passing the theoretical and practical exam in Vietnamese to get the ...
@WillyBaldy just checked with him - he got a permanent A1 for motorbike and is a business owner here with a TRC. -@john426Thanks, but please if you have a chance can you add some more information to this? Did he have to pass the theoretical ... Read More
TRC card + foreign driving license = permanent A1 driving license? by WillyBaldy
I just have a very specific question. I'm in the process of obtaining a permanent A1 driving license in Cần Thơ and I'm going to go through the "natural" process of passing the theoretical and practical exam in Vietnamese to get the ...
You can do bike test IF have VN CAR B1 licence already:You go into the licence center (252 Lý Chính Thắng Phường 9, Quận 3, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) and show your VN B1 licence and tell ... Read More
TRC card + foreign driving license = permanent A1 driving license? by WillyBaldy
I just have a very specific question. I'm in the process of obtaining a permanent A1 driving license in Cần Thơ and I'm going to go through the "natural" process of passing the theoretical and practical exam in Vietnamese to get the ...
Now, he could be telling me stuff to keep his driving license business running, who knows, so I'm still looking for the truth. -@WillyBaldyThe above info about if you have a CAR licence converted first then go and do an A1 test with NO theory is ... Read More
TRC card + foreign driving license = permanent A1 driving license? by WillyBaldy
I just have a very specific question. I'm in the process of obtaining a permanent A1 driving license in Cần Thơ and I'm going to go through the "natural" process of passing the theoretical and practical exam in Vietnamese to get the ...
@willybaldy"This means that if you have a B1 (car) driving license in your home country, but not an A class (motorbike up to 175cc ), you will still need to add it later to your Vietnamese license. For the motorbike license, you just have to pass a ... Read More
TRC card + foreign driving license = permanent A1 driving license? by WillyBaldy
I just have a very specific question. I'm in the process of obtaining a permanent A1 driving license in Cần Thơ and I'm going to go through the "natural" process of passing the theoretical and practical exam in Vietnamese to get the ...
@willybaldy"This means that if you have a B1 (car) driving license in your home country, but not an A class (motorbike up to 175cc ), you will still need to add it later to your Vietnamese license. For the motorbike license, you just have to pass a ... Read More
TRC card + foreign driving license = permanent A1 driving license? by WillyBaldy
I just have a very specific question. I'm in the process of obtaining a permanent A1 driving license in Cần Thơ and I'm going to go through the "natural" process of passing the theoretical and practical exam in Vietnamese to get the ...
I have a permanent A2 motorbike driving license (2021) for this I had to take both theoretical & practice test, I most admit that I got some support for the theoretical part -@Frede001So far what you're describing aligns with most information I ... Read More
TRC card + foreign driving license = permanent A1 driving license? by WillyBaldy
I just have a very specific question. I'm in the process of obtaining a permanent A1 driving license in Cần Thơ and I'm going to go through the "natural" process of passing the theoretical and practical exam in Vietnamese to get the ...
I have a permanent A2 motorbike driving license (2021) for this I had to take both theoretical & practice test, I most admit that I got some support for the theoretical part -@Frede001So far what you're describing aligns with most ... Read More
TRC card + foreign driving license = permanent A1 driving license? by WillyBaldy
I just have a very specific question. I'm in the process of obtaining a permanent A1 driving license in Cần Thơ and I'm going to go through the "natural" process of passing the theoretical and practical exam in Vietnamese to get the ...
I used my Canadian driver's license in 2016 to get a VN driver's license without any form of test or bribery, and a British friend (who is on this platform) recently got a permanent VN driver's license based on his British one. The problem is the ... Read More
TRC card + foreign driving license = permanent A1 driving license? by WillyBaldy
I just have a very specific question. I'm in the process of obtaining a permanent A1 driving license in Cần Thơ and I'm going to go through the "natural" process of passing the theoretical and practical exam in Vietnamese to get the ...
Same here TRC + translated Danish driver license then I got the a VN driver license for same period as the TRC (cost was 135K in 2022)No test required -@Frede001Did you get a permanent A1 motorbike driving license? Please pay attention to ... Read More
TRC card + foreign driving license = permanent A1 driving license?
I just have a very specific question. I'm in the process of obtaining a permanent A1 driving license in Cần Thơ and I'm going to go through the "natural" process of passing the theoretical and practical exam in Vietnamese to get the ... Read More
Help on visa denial by Jkb8536
Question on US Consulate in Saigon and understanding how they approve visa for Vietnamese citizens. I have a long term girlfriend that we’ve been talking dating about a year and a half year from Saigon and she just got her second refusal under ...
Personally, I could be wrong, but I think I was proving my point to him and I tried to lead him down my questions so he couldn’t just do a blanket statement. I asked him to explain why she wasn’t given the opportunity to present her case ... Read More
Help on visa denial by Jkb8536
Question on US Consulate in Saigon and understanding how they approve visa for Vietnamese citizens. I have a long term girlfriend that we’ve been talking dating about a year and a half year from Saigon and she just got her second refusal under ...
@seceditintuitively you'd think it's better to marry her in vn but it's actually easier to do fiancé visa and marry her in usa if possible... -@ntbusch1Interesting! In Canada it's the other way arround. Marriage is the safest bet. A friend of ... Read More
Hanoi Immigration Officer Asking for "Tips" Suspended by OceanBeach92107
Hanoi immigration officer suspended on suspicion of asking for tips from Singaporean touristThe Vietnam Immigration Department has suspended an officer on the suspicion of asking for a tip from a Singaporean tourist at Hanoi’s Noi Bai ...
Are Viet Kieu still expected to give "tips"? A few of my Canadian Vietnamese friends are still throwing some tips in their passport but I wonder if it's really necessary nowadays? The news about asking a non Vietnamese for tip is quite shocking. Read More
Planning to relocate to Nha Trang from Australia by TerrySE
Morning OK so I've recently visited for the 3rd time and the timing just feels right, I've always envisaged myself ending up in an Asian country and Nha Trang ticks all the boxes. Australia is too regimented, expensive, cold [Melbourne winters] I'm ...
entrenching myself there and networking more suits my personality and would seem to be a more successful way to approach it for me, I would be 100% committed which would drive me to not fail."mooching" possibly the wrong word to use as this suggests ... Read More
Phu Quoc - Cambodia (Kampot) Border Run by Aidan in HCMC
I delivered my friend, who is visiting from Canada, to the Phu Quoc to Ha Tien ferry yesterday. Here is his report."Depart Phu Quoc at 9:15 AM Cost was ~300K VND, one wayArrived Ha Tien at 10:45 AM, then 15 minute Xe Om (motorbike ...
@Rosie Myers HelloDid you do a border run from Phu Quoc to Cambodia? Have to do in two weeks, just wanted feedback? TIA Darryl -@johnlock91The Phu Quoc expat Facebook group is quite active and could be another source of information and contacts for ... Read More
How can I plan a safe trip to Vietnam ? by mikedellgolf
@Julien I am a 21 years old male and I plan to take a trip to Vietnam in May '23 and stay there for six months before coming back to the US and starting my professional career. I plan on playing a lot of golf and tennis while I am in Vietnam ...
I heard from my cousins who visited Vietnam on a regular basis that the women in Vietnam are very aggressive in chasing guys from the US who are good looking, highly educated and have money. I have all three. Where can I find a "local" who ... Read More
Qatar airways Immigration section by Earlyant
I took the first flight with Qatar airways at 08:00. Destination Ho Chi Minh city via Doha. I proceeded to walk towards the bag drop off desk, but was guided by a staff member to one of the terminals. I was not in the best of moods, as due to ...
I get the feeling some people here are confusing what's *enforced* versus what's official law. It's not because they never enforce it (or rarely) that it's not official regulations. -@WillyBaldyI would be very interested in seeing how this ... Read More
Qatar airways Immigration section by Earlyant
I took the first flight with Qatar airways at 08:00. Destination Ho Chi Minh city via Doha. I proceeded to walk towards the bag drop off desk, but was guided by a staff member to one of the terminals. I was not in the best of moods, as due to ...
Other posters may wish to know why you would be exempt from the stated rules as it might well impact on their plans. -@FredI get the feeling some people here are confusing what's *enforced* versus what's official law. It's not because they never ... Read More
Qatar airways Immigration section by Earlyant
I took the first flight with Qatar airways at 08:00. Destination Ho Chi Minh city via Doha. I proceeded to walk towards the bag drop off desk, but was guided by a staff member to one of the terminals. I was not in the best of moods, as due to ...
And an onward ticket to exit the country is not required. -@Aidan in HCMCSo how would you explain the last point? Your entry and exit dates and entry and exit points/airportsIf an exit ticket isn't required, how to prove the exit date and point? Read More
Planning to relocate to Nha Trang from Australia by TerrySE
Morning OK so I've recently visited for the 3rd time and the timing just feels right, I've always envisaged myself ending up in an Asian country and Nha Trang ticks all the boxes. Australia is too regimented, expensive, cold [Melbourne winters] I'm ...
One of the main reasons the government continues its strict visa policy is because this country was virtually overrun with "moochers" prior to COVID, and they are determined to not let that happen again.The way I see it, it's ultimately because of ... Read More
Coldest Day of The Year in Vietnam by OceanBeach92107
It was pretty darned cold this morning in Nghĩa Hiệp, Tư Nghĩa, Quang Ngai, Việt Nam.Even without checking the weather records I knew for a fact that it was the coldest day of the year!
Even without checking the weather records I knew for a fact that it was the coldest day of the year! I'm a bit hungover today and bit slow, just understood the underlying meaning of your post Well done. Read More
Coldest Day of The Year in Vietnam by OceanBeach92107
It was pretty darned cold this morning in Nghĩa Hiệp, Tư Nghĩa, Quang Ngai, Việt Nam.Even without checking the weather records I knew for a fact that it was the coldest day of the year!
Actually had a few "cold days" recently in Can Tho and Rach Gia, for the first time almost wishing I had my jacket. I don't remember ever feeling that cold here, but maybe I'm just getting older Read More
Vietnamese driving license. by bertieboy123
Hello all. What is involved in a foreigner obtaining a Vietnamese drivers license ? I know some will ask why on earth i would want to drive in Vietnam lol :-) But i am married to a Vietnamese lady (Who normally drives me around when in Vietnam) We ...
Hey folks, I'm trying to decrypt this thread to extract information that would apply to me.I'd like to get a A1 *lifetime* driving license. Can we officially say that if I'm *not* going to use my Canadian car driving license in the process, and will ... Read More
Qatar airways Immigration section by Earlyant
I took the first flight with Qatar airways at 08:00. Destination Ho Chi Minh city via Doha. I proceeded to walk towards the bag drop off desk, but was guided by a staff member to one of the terminals. I was not in the best of moods, as due to ...
Won’t be using the services of the so called ‘Best airline in the world’ again.Not an experience you want to go through at 04:40 am. A little challenge for you. Try to do the same thing but visiting the U.S for example, through ... Read More
My little trip report going to Vietnam by Guestposter655
Hi all. I left Siem Reap Cambodia on the direct Cambodia Angkor Airlines flight to Ho Chi Minh City at 840pm on 26 December. The flight is direct to Saigon and took about 45 minutes. Very nice flight. I have to admit to yelling my appreciation ...
Just wanted to thank everyone on the forum that has posted information about the evisa process, requirements to enter, and any cautionary notes. I am spending 30 days only and not doing visa runs or returning although some Vietnamese friends want me ... Read More
Tet "lucky money" advice by zeubie
Hi there, I have been in Vietnam for the past few weeks and currently staying in a guesthouse I booked through Airbnb. I have been at this guesthouse for the past 2-3 weeks now and will be staying here over the Tet holiday. The young couple who ...
Here's what disappoints me: Too much focus on the money and not enough on the red envelope.Of course, as WB's friends imply, that's more "realistic".If most Vietnamese no longer embrace the mystical-magical nature of the red envelope and lucky ... Read More
Tet "lucky money" advice by zeubie
Hi there, I have been in Vietnam for the past few weeks and currently staying in a guesthouse I booked through Airbnb. I have been at this guesthouse for the past 2-3 weeks now and will be staying here over the Tet holiday. The young couple who ...
Hello all,Kindly note that some off-topic posts have been removed.It's the holidays seasons and 2023 is in 3 days!Let's end our 2022 well on the Vietnam forum and welcome 2023 with peace, kindness and respect for all other members.Thanks for your ... Read More
Tet "lucky money" advice
You keep harping on about giving just a single note compared to 200k vnd, not sure why you keep bring that up as it wasnt my point.Your entry to the conversation wasnt the best of ways to put your point across. Now your saying Im taking it ... Read More
Tet "lucky money" advice by zeubie
Hi there, I have been in Vietnam for the past few weeks and currently staying in a guesthouse I booked through Airbnb. I have been at this guesthouse for the past 2-3 weeks now and will be staying here over the Tet holiday. The young couple who ...
You make good points, but for myself, the new tradition of monetary value being more important than the two people (giver and recipient) sharing in a symbolic exchange--signifying a hope for prosperity; not immediate gratification--then I may ... Read More
Tet "lucky money" advice by zeubie
Hi there, I have been in Vietnam for the past few weeks and currently staying in a guesthouse I booked through Airbnb. I have been at this guesthouse for the past 2-3 weeks now and will be staying here over the Tet holiday. The young couple who ...
There's a mix of a lot of ideas here so it's hard to focus but no one doubts the importance of tradition and lucky money. I think there might be a clash of generations here. When I speak about this to people younger than 40, let's say, most of them ... Read More
Tet "lucky money" advice by zeubie
Hi there, I have been in Vietnam for the past few weeks and currently staying in a guesthouse I booked through Airbnb. I have been at this guesthouse for the past 2-3 weeks now and will be staying here over the Tet holiday. The young couple who ...
There's a mix of a lot of ideas here so it's hard to focus but no one doubts the importance of tradition and lucky money. I think there might be a clash of generations here. When I speak about this to people younger than 40, let's say, most of ... Read More
Tet "lucky money" advice by zeubie
Hi there, I have been in Vietnam for the past few weeks and currently staying in a guesthouse I booked through Airbnb. I have been at this guesthouse for the past 2-3 weeks now and will be staying here over the Tet holiday. The young couple who ...
I mean, seriously guys, stop with this $2 nonsense and start giving Viet money like 100k, 200k and 500k, especially for the people you really care about. Good quality notes, not some old notes you've found at the bottom of your pocket. ... Read More
Tet "lucky money" advice by zeubie
Hi there, I have been in Vietnam for the past few weeks and currently staying in a guesthouse I booked through Airbnb. I have been at this guesthouse for the past 2-3 weeks now and will be staying here over the Tet holiday. The young couple who ...
I mean, seriously guys, stop with this $2 nonsense and start giving Viet money like 100k, 200k and 500k, especially for the people you really care about. Good quality notes, not some old notes you've found at the bottom of your pocket. ... Read More
Tet "lucky money" advice by zeubie
Hi there, I have been in Vietnam for the past few weeks and currently staying in a guesthouse I booked through Airbnb. I have been at this guesthouse for the past 2-3 weeks now and will be staying here over the Tet holiday. The young couple who ...
I mean, seriously guys, stop with this $2 nonsense and start giving Viet money like 100k, 200k and 500k, especially for the people you really care about. Good quality notes, not some old notes you've found at the bottom of your pocket. Read More
Quiet coastal town in VN? by narcrepellant2525
Is there any quiet coastal town in VN without gazillion cars and scooters running 24/7? Something like size of 40-50.000 ?
I think a nice quiet spot can also be found on Phu Quoc island. Technically it's a coast Read More
English Speakers in Can Tho by angelica.c.r
Hi- I am going to be staying in Can Tho for a bit of time for my PhD research. I wonder if there are any English speakers around who might like to meet up? Or whether anyone can point me in the direction of any where I might find English speakers ...
Hey there, will also be there in early December. Let's have a Expat Forum party Read More
Question about cost of living in Vietnam post-COVID by WillyBaldy
Hello dear expat folks,So back in March 2020, I had to leave Vietnam in a rush as probably a few of you did when borders were closing and COVID was frightening. Well, COVID is still somewhat frightening, but we're more used to it. So, fast forward ...
My upcoming October ticket is the cheapest I have ever booked from Omaha, NE to SGN. Normally it has been around $1700-1800 - always have two connections coming from a small market airport. This was 2018-2020. My trip back in February ... Read More
Question about cost of living in Vietnam post-COVID by WillyBaldy
Hello dear expat folks,So back in March 2020, I had to leave Vietnam in a rush as probably a few of you did when borders were closing and COVID was frightening. Well, COVID is still somewhat frightening, but we're more used to it. So, fast forward ...
Yes exactly @OceanBeach92107, actually CAD was higher than USD for a few months in 2011, that was the best time to be a travelling Canadian Read More
Question about cost of living in Vietnam post-COVID by WillyBaldy
Hello dear expat folks,So back in March 2020, I had to leave Vietnam in a rush as probably a few of you did when borders were closing and COVID was frightening. Well, COVID is still somewhat frightening, but we're more used to it. So, fast forward ...
@WillyBaldy Agreed on the inflation statement with you.Yes, prices have doubled up as to what it used to be before COVID. Things will go harder than what it is at the present. I can't really comment about the prices in Vietnam because I was there ... Read More
Question about cost of living in Vietnam post-COVID by WillyBaldy
Hello dear expat folks,So back in March 2020, I had to leave Vietnam in a rush as probably a few of you did when borders were closing and COVID was frightening. Well, COVID is still somewhat frightening, but we're more used to it. So, fast forward ...
@WillyBaldy Wow, you hit the jackpot mate. That is a good deal. I booked my flight (round trip) from Toronto to HCM for $1400 (CAD) back in June 2022. Air Miles points are great for flight purchase and deals. -@yudirajputThat's still a great price. ... Read More
Question about cost of living in Vietnam post-COVID by WillyBaldy
Hello dear expat folks,So back in March 2020, I had to leave Vietnam in a rush as probably a few of you did when borders were closing and COVID was frightening. Well, COVID is still somewhat frightening, but we're more used to it. So, fast forward ...
@OceanBeach92107 I agree, the biggest increase is in airfares, I just didn't mention it as I didn't think it was part of the question.I can't afford business class sadly, but even the economy fares have doubled in the last three years. I am flying ... Read More
Question about cost of living in Vietnam post-COVID by WillyBaldy
Hello dear expat folks,So back in March 2020, I had to leave Vietnam in a rush as probably a few of you did when borders were closing and COVID was frightening. Well, COVID is still somewhat frightening, but we're more used to it. So, fast forward ...
Hey guys thanks for the input, really appreciated. The hotel I'm usually booking in Saigon is the same price, at least. The serviced appartments in Can Tho I'm looking at are around 9.5M + electricity, but it's always been around that price for ... Read More
Question about cost of living in Vietnam post-COVID
Hello dear expat folks,So back in March 2020, I had to leave Vietnam in a rush as probably a few of you did when borders were closing and COVID was frightening. Well, COVID is still somewhat frightening, but we're more used to it. So, fast forward ... Read More
Travel/medical insurance by yudirajput
Hi, Any suggestions/advices on travel insurance companies (Where to get one ?) if anyone has got one ?I am travelling from May - June, 2022 and looking to get a travel insurance with USD 10,000 minimum liability as per the requirement I ...
It's the only non-stop from U.S. west coast, so that makes it especially attractive to me.I left last June.Hoping to return before a full year has transpired.Wow, you've been gone for a lime, you must miss Vietnam!I'm having a terrible ... Read More
working from home by Guest8462
Hi guys, I'm a live internet streamer and entertainer . People watch me online and I also go out and stream showing off places of interest and also fishing.I was looking into moving to Vietnam to do this and rent an apartment to work ...
@OceanBeach92107 I was planning on possibly working in Vietnam for my Canadian company, the theory is that I'd be a consultant, instead of an emplotyee, and they'd wire me the money to Vietnam. I'd be happy to pay Vietnamese taxes, ... Read More
Travel/medical insurance by yudirajput
Hi, Any suggestions/advices on travel insurance companies (Where to get one ?) if anyone has got one ?I am travelling from May - June, 2022 and looking to get a travel insurance with USD 10,000 minimum liability as per the requirement I ...
From the USA, I'm probably going to fly Vietnam Airlines non-stop out of San Francisco.That will avoid any conflicts with airlines or connecting countries, and of course, dodge any of the hideous layovers common to low priced ... - ... Read More
Proposal etiquette by Petemccarthy123
Hi everyone, What are the expectations in Vietnamese culture with regards to asking my girlfriend's family for permission to marry? I am planning to engage to my partner soon and am unsure whether or not I should ask her parents before doing ...
trying to decide on Heineken, Tiger or googling a British beerI think Heineken would win 75% of the time, even though Tiger or Saigon Special is much better :D Read More