Mark Loeser
@Good_Man
American looking for information about Vietnam
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206
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48
About me
American
Lives in Thanh Hoa City
Speaks English like a native, Vietnamese like a baby and some European languages in my dreams
Registration: 08 October 2013
Bo Y border crossing by Good_Man
Hello Expats, I have a question for you all. I had a stroke almost 6 years ago and I have difficulty walking a long way. I have to go to the border to get my visa (it's been a long time since I had to get a Visa run).Do you know about Bo Y border ...
Hello O.B.,I've got some information about the timing of my VISA run. I reach out to a friend of a friend and she said that a wheelchair is recommended because she said she doesn't know if we could stand around waiting on the line to get my visa.The ... Read More
Bo Y border crossing by Good_Man
Hello Expats, I have a question for you all. I had a stroke almost 6 years ago and I have difficulty walking a long way. I have to go to the border to get my visa (it's been a long time since I had to get a Visa run).Do you know about Bo Y border ...
Hey O.B.,I have Visas to and from Bo Y, I just need the border crossing information. This is my first time that I have to use this border crossing. Do I have to walk for 100 meters or less than do get to the border crossing or do I have to get my ... Read More
Bo Y border crossing
Hello Expats, I have a question for you all. I had a stroke almost 6 years ago and I have difficulty walking a long way. I have to go to the border to get my visa (it's been a long time since I had to get a Visa run).Do you know about Bo Y border ... Read More
SSA-7162 mailing
It's that time of year, again. Is there anything i should do, besides just putting the SSA-7162 form in the mail?If I sent it priority mail it will get there quicker but mailing it to a Post Office Box has It's complications. Any advise on mailing ... Read More
SSA 7162 question by Good_Man
Hello everyone,I have been living in Vietnam for about ten years now and I have a couple of questions. Three years ago I retired but Covid happened and I didn't received my SSA 7162 form. 2022 arrived and I didn't receive my SSA 7162 so I mailed it ...
@OceanBeach92107 That's the way to go. I'll do it Monday. Thanks again Read More
SSA 7162 question by Good_Man
Hello everyone,I have been living in Vietnam for about ten years now and I have a couple of questions. Three years ago I retired but Covid happened and I didn't received my SSA 7162 form. 2022 arrived and I didn't receive my SSA 7162 so I mailed it ...
@THIGV I got a copy. Thank you Read More
SSA 7162 question by Good_Man
Hello everyone,I have been living in Vietnam for about ten years now and I have a couple of questions. Three years ago I retired but Covid happened and I didn't received my SSA 7162 form. 2022 arrived and I didn't receive my SSA 7162 so I mailed it ...
@Travelfar Thank you for the reply. What can I do to help the process along? Read More
SSA 7162 question by Good_Man
Hello everyone,I have been living in Vietnam for about ten years now and I have a couple of questions. Three years ago I retired but Covid happened and I didn't received my SSA 7162 form. 2022 arrived and I didn't receive my SSA 7162 so I mailed it ...
@THIGV I think it is due every year but I'll not sure. That's why I am writing. More information is needed. Read More
SSA 7162 question
Hello everyone,I have been living in Vietnam for about ten years now and I have a couple of questions. Three years ago I retired but Covid happened and I didn't received my SSA 7162 form. 2022 arrived and I didn't receive my SSA 7162 so I mailed it ... Read More
Custom delay for over a month by Ccammeo
Has anyone experienced this before? I have a clock shipped from the Us (using DHL) and it has arrived at Vietnam on 30rd Jan. However it is March 19th now and I have not been contacted for VAT and get no update about the package.Is this weird?
I have. I ordered vitamins from America on November 2022 and I didn't get it until February 2023. I don't know why it took so long to get it, but I received it eventually. Read More
SSA 7162 help needed by Good_Man
Hello Group, I have a question for the group. The SSA-7162 is due in November and I want to know how I can fulfill this requirement. The previous two years the pandemic erased this requirement, but this year the pandemic restrictions have been ...
@OceanBeach92107 Yep, I know what the problem is now. I hope it'll get fixed. Read More
SSA 7162 help needed by Good_Man
Hello Group, I have a question for the group. The SSA-7162 is due in November and I want to know how I can fulfill this requirement. The previous two years the pandemic erased this requirement, but this year the pandemic restrictions have been ...
@Budman1Hey Rick, some feedback on the address you gave me. The USPS sent a message to the Vietnam Post saying that the mail had been delayed because the address is not correct. They give it only a couple of days. Read More
SSA 7162 help needed by Good_Man
Hello Group, I have a question for the group. The SSA-7162 is due in November and I want to know how I can fulfill this requirement. The previous two years the pandemic erased this requirement, but this year the pandemic restrictions have been ...
@Budman1 I did it yesterday. Thanks for the heads up. I was worried for a second Read More
SSA 7162 help needed by Good_Man
Hello Group, I have a question for the group. The SSA-7162 is due in November and I want to know how I can fulfill this requirement. The previous two years the pandemic erased this requirement, but this year the pandemic restrictions have been ...
@OceanBeach92107Yep, I did 10 days ago, but no answer yet. The Manila office said they were answer my email within 15 days, but I'm getting antsy about the whole thing. Read More
SSA 7162 help needed
Hello Group, I have a question for the group. The SSA-7162 is due in November and I want to know how I can fulfill this requirement. The previous two years the pandemic erased this requirement, but this year the pandemic restrictions have been ... Read More
Man, this is a pickle! by Good_Man
Hello Expats I don't know what you can do anything but I am in a no win situation. First off, I had a stroke 2 plus years ago and I have limited mobility. I can move but I get a bit tired after my daily mental and physical workout, about 3 ...
@OceanBeach92107 We did get a therapist, but that was about a year and a half ago.I moved about 10 months ago, I sold my farm and my house, and I living with my finacee in Quy Nhon. We plan to get married next year. I'm guessing about the ... Read More
Man, this is a pickle! by Good_Man
Hello Expats I don't know what you can do anything but I am in a no win situation. First off, I had a stroke 2 plus years ago and I have limited mobility. I can move but I get a bit tired after my daily mental and physical workout, about 3 ...
Thanks, I did get a person to stay me. He's my therapist from Tuy Phuoc. Thank God for that. Read More
Man, this is a pickle!
Hello Expats I don't know what you can do anything but I am in a no win situation. First off, I had a stroke 2 plus years ago and I have limited mobility. I can move but I get a bit tired after my daily mental and physical workout, about 3 ... Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
Hey OB, It's been two years, but I'm seeing progress everyday. It's been long and hard, but it's been worthwhile. Tet holidays were here and everybody was sick or had the sniffles. Some people have or had Covid so I sat at home ... Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
Hi Mikeymac, Wow, that's all it takes, huh? It's a bit more than that but it's a good start. Mark :D Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
Hey OB, I didn't get an answer to my question, but I have given up my searching for it. Oh well! The lockdown is very easy for me. I've spent my time doing my workout and studying the entire time and I feel better everyday. Now, if there ... Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
I use BIDV and I use it regularly Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
Budnam I get DD as usual but no mail. I haven't used the 99999, I'll try that sometime. I'll go to the conovavirus website and see if I get any better results. Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
Hello Budnam, Yep, no first class from USPS mail delivery without the code. Kinda sucks. I don't usually get mail. This was the first time I didn't get mail that I was expecting. Usually, I get mail delivery from my email so no problem. ... Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
Hey Budnam, My wife asked the Post Office where my mail is supposed to be delivered and they said she needed a code, an alpha numeric code, to get my mail. Very strange I needed a code but this is Viet Nam. The alpha numeric code is an alphabet, ... Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
Hey Rick (Budman) I get a lot of emails that diagnose my problem with the email server in the US, but my server is in Viet Nam. Have you received the stimulus checks in Viet Nam? I have not received any yet and I would like to. What am I doing ... Read More
Help needed by Good_Man
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ...
Hey OB I get my SSA benefits delivered to the bank in Viet Nam. It's all from the US Government to my bank account in Viet Nam. I have no bank account, or saving account in the US. It would be too easy to figure it out if I had the account ... Read More
Help needed
Hey Expats, I need your help with something. I moved to Viet Nam eight years ago from America and I suffered a stroke 14 months ago. This was the start of the Covid 19 outbrake in Viet Nam. Since then I have been trying to get some answers to my ... Read More
Buying farmland by tongtqt
Can anyone give me advise with buying fatmland in VN?
Dear tongtqt, While it's true that you can't buy land, it is possible because I have done it. Unfortunately, I had a stroke 13 months ago and I haven't been working the farm since that time. If you want, I can describe it for you ... Read More
Leasing Farm Land in Vietnam? by Allblack
Hi All, I am a semi-retired researcher in Australia & have been approached by a family run agricultural business in Australia. They wish to further their business in SE Asia. The crop is for organic food. I have looked at Thailand, Lao, ...
I got a load of recent pictures of the property and land. You're better off getting me your email address All the best, Mark Read More
Leasing Farm Land in Vietnam? by Allblack
Hi All, I am a semi-retired researcher in Australia & have been approached by a family run agricultural business in Australia. They wish to further their business in SE Asia. The crop is for organic food. I have looked at Thailand, Lao, ...
Hey Jan, this is Mark. (I figure it should be on a first name basis) I am living with my fiancee's house in Quy Nhon. The rainfall in a given year is pretty steady with the rainy season (October thru February) it is the heaviest from November ... Read More
Leasing Farm Land in Vietnam? by Allblack
Hi All, I am a semi-retired researcher in Australia & have been approached by a family run agricultural business in Australia. They wish to further their business in SE Asia. The crop is for organic food. I have looked at Thailand, Lao, ...
Dear Jan, It's been a long journey, but it's been fruitful. My recovery has been slow but steady and can spend more time to write. I need it. It's took me a long time to write this :) Okay, to answer your questions. The house and ... Read More
Leasing Farm Land in Vietnam? by Allblack
Hi All, I am a semi-retired researcher in Australia & have been approached by a family run agricultural business in Australia. They wish to further their business in SE Asia. The crop is for organic food. I have looked at Thailand, Lao, ...
Dear Jan, Due to a stroke I have 3500 m3 of land for rent, plus a single story house with a garden and inside parking available. The land is fenced in with 2500 m3 on one lot and 1000 m3 on an adjacent lot with a fence. The house is new and has ... Read More
Expat presence in Quy Nhon by QuidProQuo
How’s the expat population in this city? Anyone here currently beating out in this neck of the woods?
There are sporting goods stores on Le Hong Phong Street and Tran Hung Dao Street but not in the western style of like a Dick's Sporting Goods in America. Everything here is much more informal through word of mouth, local contacts and self ... Read More
Seeking Info About Phan Rang, Nha Trang, Quy Nhon, etc. by Bruce_M
Hello, I'm seeking people familiar with this part of the coast to chat with... Just looking for some general information and people's opinions. I'm considering living in the area for a few years maybe. Currently in Phan Rang for a ...
Hey Bruce, You can post your questions here. The train to DaNang takes between 5-6 hours. I don't go there very often, but I know lots of folks that do. As I mentioned earlier I've been here for four years and have never been hassled ... Read More
Seeking Info About Phan Rang, Nha Trang, Quy Nhon, etc. by Bruce_M
Hello, I'm seeking people familiar with this part of the coast to chat with... Just looking for some general information and people's opinions. I'm considering living in the area for a few years maybe. Currently in Phan Rang for a ...
Hey Bruce, My name is Mark and I've been living in Quy Nhon for a little over four years. The city has gone through quite a few changes over that time, but I still like it the most of other parts of VN. A couple items about the city. ... Read More
Expat presence in Quy Nhon by QuidProQuo
How’s the expat population in this city? Anyone here currently beating out in this neck of the woods?
Retecu, did you get through to her? Read More
Expat presence in Quy Nhon by QuidProQuo
How’s the expat population in this city? Anyone here currently beating out in this neck of the woods?
Hello retecu and welcome to QN. I have a friend that has a business that helps expats get settled in QN. Her name is Khanh and she speaks English fairly well. Her website is AtYourService dot VN. You can contact her through her website or call her ... Read More
US Social Security by sgndep
Hi Guys, I've just completed a social security application for a friend here. We sent all the documents and received an email last week that now, we have to wait for the decision. Anybody here know how long it takes. Any info is ...
Hey sgndep, When I applied about a year ago for myself they told me 60-90 days after the application is complete. It actually took 94 days and mine was pretty straight forward. Then it took four months to get my direct deposit straightened out. I ... Read More
How is Quy Nhon as a place to live as a retiree by Dennis Thomas
Hi everyone new member here Retired 65 from USA been living in the Philippines last 4 yrs. My pension is 1400 usd a month. I find I must live in the smaller providence cities here, cant afford Cebu or Manila, that have more to offer. ...
There are many places that fit your description. I can set you up with a friend of mine that has a service to help expats with just about anything you need. Her name is Khanh and her website is AtYourService dot VN. Read More
How is Quy Nhon as a place to live as a retiree by Dennis Thomas
Hi everyone new member here Retired 65 from USA been living in the Philippines last 4 yrs. My pension is 1400 usd a month. I find I must live in the smaller providence cities here, cant afford Cebu or Manila, that have more to offer. ...
Hey traveler, There is a fair amount of construction going on, but I wouldn't say it's everywhere in the city and surrounding areas. It really depends on the area. Is there a particular area you are interested in? Read More
A disgusting behavior by GuestPoster100620
While I can appreciate that it may be good to clear your nostrils of dirt particles for ease of breathing ; the problem of this is a lot of locals like to do this in public. I find this really belly wrenching and disgusting and really wish to tell ...
Welcome to the customs and traditions of Viet Nam. :o :P :lol: I guess you haven't seen them relieving themselves (men and women) along the side of the road or in a park. Maybe you are sensitive to the sight of druggies or working girls ... Read More
U.S. SSA and Veterans Benefits in Vietnam Update by OceanBeach92107
Vietnam has been ADDED by the Social Security Administration to the list of countries with a Direct Deposit agreement with the United States: ...
Hey OB92107 The exchange rate is what it is. I can't fight it and I can't change so I just go with it. I'm not going to worry about it and just live within my means. I just have to worry about food, utilities and travel since my house ... Read More
Buy property under the name of a Vietnamese citizen? by Guest2394875
I've heard that many people circumvent the Vietnamese restrictions on foreign ownership (technically a lease) of land and/or a house by putting the property ownership in the name of a Vietnamese citizen. On the face of it it seems like a very ...
Hey Oic, It depends on what you mean by property. In Viet Nam property is defined as the structures on land such as a house or apartment. Land is the other term in the equation. As a foreigner, you can buy property ie. an apartment in most large ... Read More
VA and social security payments by Rocklinjeff
My Vietnamese wife and I are considering a move to Vietnam. I am a disabled Air Force veteran and currently receive disabled payments and Social Security benefits. Is there a way I can receive these payments in Vietnam? Well having payments go to ...
Hey Jeff, While I can't speak for VA benefits I can talk about SSA. I am currently receiving my SSA benefits into my BIDV VND account so it can be done. You'll have to notify SSA of your local address and submit the Direct Deposit (DD) ... Read More
Expat presence in Quy Nhon by QuidProQuo
How’s the expat population in this city? Anyone here currently beating out in this neck of the woods?
I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but it's either white bread, or Banh Mi unless there's a new artisan bakery that's opened up recently. I've heard of some artisan bread shops in HCMC that might ship to QN on an overnight bus, ... Read More
Social Security by supertaper
Is it a problem to receive it while living there
Hey Super, There are a few things you'll need to do if you want to collect your pension in Viet Nam. First, and most obvious, you'll need open a Viet Nam Dong (VND) bank account. This can be done when you have a one year visa. Second is ... Read More
Work Permit Exceptions. I need help interpreting 'internal transfers' by KiwiBrit
Hi all. On many sites I read: [quote]the following exceptions will allow for employees to enter the country without having first obtained a work permit: … 9. Internally transferred within an enterprise which has a commercial presence in the ...
Hey KB, Have you or your company consulted with an attorney? It seems a bit risky to ask for opinions about a legal matter that can cost you money and time if you don't have the correct advice. Read More
U.S. SSA and Veterans Benefits in Vietnam Update by OceanBeach92107
Vietnam has been ADDED by the Social Security Administration to the list of countries with a Direct Deposit agreement with the United States: ...
There was no visible deduction from my bank. I got an exchange rate of 22,920 VND / USD which is pretty close to the current forex rate. I use BIDV, but I also hear Vietcombank also works well with international wire transfers and accepts pension ... Read More
Access to SSA website by Good_Man
Hey fellow expatters, Has anyone tried to access the SSA website recently? I've been trying to update my address for the past couple of days, but I keep on getting notifications that the website is down. I've tried many different points of ...
My Norton 360 does scans on a regular basis. I think there must be some proxy issue with the last Microsoft update, which happened a couple days ago. It was fine before the last update. Read More
Access to SSA website by Good_Man
Hey fellow expatters, Has anyone tried to access the SSA website recently? I've been trying to update my address for the past couple of days, but I keep on getting notifications that the website is down. I've tried many different points of ...
Well this is totally weird. I have access to the SSA website on my phone, but not on my laptop. I guess there's a first time for everything. :dumbom: Read More
Access to SSA website by Good_Man
Hey fellow expatters, Has anyone tried to access the SSA website recently? I've been trying to update my address for the past couple of days, but I keep on getting notifications that the website is down. I've tried many different points of ...
Hey Jim, thanks for the suggestion. Considering this is the first time it's happened in almost 6 years in VN and the FBU Manila email and phone number don't work me thinks it may be more than just a VPN issue. Has there been any issues ... Read More
Access to SSA website
Hey fellow expatters, Has anyone tried to access the SSA website recently? I've been trying to update my address for the past couple of days, but I keep on getting notifications that the website is down. I've tried many different points of ... Read More
Expat presence in Quy Nhon by QuidProQuo
How’s the expat population in this city? Anyone here currently beating out in this neck of the woods?
Hi Pat, Welcome to QN. I've got a friend named Khanh that runs a good little service company that helps expats with everything they need to get settled in. Her rates are very reasonable and she offers an a la cart menu of services that you ... Read More
Vietnam Girl Asking For Money by Caliborn
Hello everyone. I know this subject has been beaten into the ground but I thought I would raise it again. For conversations sake, let's say the girls name is Bibi and she lives near the Mekong delta and is 14 years younger the me (I am in my ...
. It seems to me you've already answered your own questions Read More
Good cardiovascular hospitals in HCMC by Good_Man
Hey folks, I'm looking for recommendations for checking cardiovascular health. I've read many of the recent posts about some of the foreign hospitals in HCMC, but nothing specific to my query. Due to a couple recent WTF health scares ...
Yeah, I've been there a few times for physicals and other minor things, they do have good support for expats during the day. I went to their Emergency Room early Monday morning at 0030 with chest pains. They checked pulse, did a one minute EKG ... Read More
Good cardiovascular hospitals in HCMC by Good_Man
Hey folks, I'm looking for recommendations for checking cardiovascular health. I've read many of the recent posts about some of the foreign hospitals in HCMC, but nothing specific to my query. Due to a couple recent WTF health scares ...
I agree, which is why I live in Quy Nhon. It's a good little coastal city between DaNang and Nha Trang that's not very crowded with a growing expat community. Read More
Good cardiovascular hospitals in HCMC by Good_Man
Hey folks, I'm looking for recommendations for checking cardiovascular health. I've read many of the recent posts about some of the foreign hospitals in HCMC, but nothing specific to my query. Due to a couple recent WTF health scares ...
That's great information, thank you Read More
Good cardiovascular hospitals in HCMC
Hey folks, I'm looking for recommendations for checking cardiovascular health. I've read many of the recent posts about some of the foreign hospitals in HCMC, but nothing specific to my query. Due to a couple recent WTF health scares ... Read More
U.S. SSA and Veterans Benefits in Vietnam Update by OceanBeach92107
Vietnam has been ADDED by the Social Security Administration to the list of countries with a Direct Deposit agreement with the United States: ...
As an FYI, after many months of working with FBU Manila I finally received most (5/6 months) of my SSA benefit via direct deposit into my VND account. The obvious information like matching the name on my passport and my VND account, SWIFT CODE, ... Read More
VISA: Miracle or Mistake? by deebee123
Hello One and All- I recently arrived in Dang Nang and was able to get my US citizen one-year multiple entry visa in about ten minutes at the airport. An easy process. So, then I dutifully waited in line with other arriving passengers to get through ...
Hey DB, My one year year tourist visa VOA at TSN has to be renewed every 90 days. Read More
Social security payments in Vietnam by GuestPoster2501
I'm receiving SSDI payments in Vietnam. I have yet to receive a payment, the direct deposit information just changed. I usually get my payments on the third of the month in the US, how much of a delay will I experience with a Vietnamese bank? ...
I'll post back here once I am successful. I'm not sure how long it will take, but that's okay as long as I figure it out Read More
Social security payments in Vietnam by GuestPoster2501
I'm receiving SSDI payments in Vietnam. I have yet to receive a payment, the direct deposit information just changed. I usually get my payments on the third of the month in the US, how much of a delay will I experience with a Vietnamese bank? ...
I just started five months ago. I have long term plans in Viet Nam so it makes more sense for me to work through the system and get it set up correctly so I don't have to pay bank fees for across the pond transfers. Read More
Social security payments in Vietnam by GuestPoster2501
I'm receiving SSDI payments in Vietnam. I have yet to receive a payment, the direct deposit information just changed. I usually get my payments on the third of the month in the US, how much of a delay will I experience with a Vietnamese bank? ...
If you have a workable solution now I'd stick with it until the bugs are worked out of the system on both sides of the pond. I've been here long enough to know that literally shit happens all the time here. Lower the bar of expectations and ... Read More
Social security payments in Vietnam by GuestPoster2501
I'm receiving SSDI payments in Vietnam. I have yet to receive a payment, the direct deposit information just changed. I usually get my payments on the third of the month in the US, how much of a delay will I experience with a Vietnamese bank? ...
Hey Phillyrick, SSA FSP Manila and I have been trying to resolve wire transfer issues to my bank, BIDV. I applied in November '18, submitted all my documents on January 9 '19 with a start date of February '19. Approval was granted April ... Read More
VISA: Miracle or Mistake? by deebee123
Hello One and All- I recently arrived in Dang Nang and was able to get my US citizen one-year multiple entry visa in about ten minutes at the airport. An easy process. So, then I dutifully waited in line with other arriving passengers to get through ...
Hi DB, I'll be doing the VOA at TSN airport in a couple days. I'll let you know what happens there. Mark Read More
In Vietnam... by SteinNebraska
My wife and I talk about many things as we are newly married and still getting to know each other better. I thought it would be interesting to start a thread about things "In Vietnam". What I mean by that is when we are discussing any ...
It's an easy one to answer in one word. Superstition. I've seen it from the less educated countryside to university graduates in the bigger cities. I can't think of any off the top of my head, but there are numerous examples of the way ... Read More
deposit check from U.S Treasury Department
I just did the same thing. I couldn't find any bank to deposit it except Citibank in HCMC or Ha Noi. They required a one year visa and a deposit of 100 million VND to open and deposit the check. The money will be available in 30 days Read More
Expat presence in Quy Nhon by QuidProQuo
How’s the expat population in this city? Anyone here currently beating out in this neck of the woods?
I use Google Maps when needed. That's the closest and most up to date of current city roadways If you don't like Ca Phe Sua or Ca Phe Den then you are pretty limited unless you visit Highlands Coffee Try Quy Nhon Sports Bar at 92 An ... Read More
U.S. veterans living in Vietnam by Gia-na-dai
Hey out there. I am in Quy Nhon. Been here a week and I am still lost. I have a decent-enough room in a small hotel near the beach, am renting a small Honda that runs, though no one has been taking care of maintenance on it and trying to study ...
I live in QN and can probably help out a bit. Send me a PM and we'll chat offline Mark Read More
How is Quy Nhon as a place to live as a retiree by Dennis Thomas
Hi everyone new member here Retired 65 from USA been living in the Philippines last 4 yrs. My pension is 1400 usd a month. I find I must live in the smaller providence cities here, cant afford Cebu or Manila, that have more to offer. ...
Hi Steve - Sue I've been living in Quy Nhon for the past three and a half years. It's a pretty nice little seaside town that's been going through a growth spurt. A lot of hotels, resorts and apartments are being built now. But it's ... Read More
How is Quy Nhon as a place to live as a retiree by Dennis Thomas
Hi everyone new member here Retired 65 from USA been living in the Philippines last 4 yrs. My pension is 1400 usd a month. I find I must live in the smaller providence cities here, cant afford Cebu or Manila, that have more to offer. ...
Hey Songwriter, What's your time frame for coming to QN? The next couple of weeks are tough, obviously, but looking forward to catching up when you arrive. M Read More
How is Quy Nhon as a place to live as a retiree by Dennis Thomas
Hi everyone new member here Retired 65 from USA been living in the Philippines last 4 yrs. My pension is 1400 usd a month. I find I must live in the smaller providence cities here, cant afford Cebu or Manila, that have more to offer. ...
Hello Songwriter, I've been living and working in QN for the past 3+ years. If you have the Golden Three, which include the 4 year University Degree, Pedagogy Certification (Any accredited ESL program) and a clean criminal back ground check, ... Read More
Where are most English speaking expats+where are emerging areas? by workplacestars
Currently trying to narrow down where to start my recon trip for semi-retirement. Da Nang, Vung Tao or ? Grateful for any ideas, suggestions and connections...
Hey workplacestars Depending on what you are looking for there are tons of places along the coast that offer a wide variety of options. If you like the trappings of the big city then DaNang is a better option. Vung Tau along with Nha Trang are ... Read More
Now I have A2, where can I buy a big bike. by ancientpathos
Greetings I am looking to buy a new bike, not intetested in Harley or Ducati. Is there any places in HCMC that sells new big bikes? I am looking for something I can attach a sidecar to. I have a handicapped son that will be living with me next June. ...
Yeah, it's an old post but I want to correct a perception. As a foreigner you can own a motorcycle in your own name, but it's an NN plate (foreigner) and the registration is for only as long as your visa or Residency Card. Every time ... Read More
U.S. SSA and Veterans Benefits in Vietnam Update by OceanBeach92107
Vietnam has been ADDED by the Social Security Administration to the list of countries with a Direct Deposit agreement with the United States: ...
Well Lanna Prince As I mentioned earlier I have just begun the process for benefits to start. I requesting them to start in February. I'll post something here when it's all said and done. If you have something by then then congratulations ... Read More
U.S. SSA and Veterans Benefits in Vietnam Update by OceanBeach92107
Vietnam has been ADDED by the Social Security Administration to the list of countries with a Direct Deposit agreement with the United States: ...
Hey Tunnelrat, I also have an account at Sacombank and I asked them about opening a USD account and they said I couldn't. If I do send SSA direct deposit to my USA bank account I could transfer to VN in VND. Theoretically, they say the ... Read More
U.S. SSA and Veterans Benefits in Vietnam Update by OceanBeach92107
Vietnam has been ADDED by the Social Security Administration to the list of countries with a Direct Deposit agreement with the United States: ...
Hey Phillip, I just submitted my SSA application for retirement benefits just a few days ago and Viet Nam wasn't listed as a country with direct deposit. BIDV is one of the banks where I have accounts in VN. It's one of the few VN ... Read More
U.S. SSA and Veterans Benefits in Vietnam Update by OceanBeach92107
Vietnam has been ADDED by the Social Security Administration to the list of countries with a Direct Deposit agreement with the United States: ...
I'm starting the SSA application process now and VN wasn't on the list of countries designated for direct deposit. I got the impression that a monthly check would be mailed, but I'm not sure. One thing I do know is that whenever I ... Read More
Longstay visas - can I keep bouncing on a 6-month business visa? by robsamui
I'm a newbie, but coming to retire in Vietnam soon and have been scanning these forums for months. I can't find any references to my question - sorry if I've missed it. Whats the official attitude to using end-to-end 6-month business ...
Earlier this year they suspended the Business Visa program, but I had heard they recently began processing applications again. There shouldn't be a problem with you renewing the visa, but I've also anecdotally learned that if you do it for ... Read More
Starting a business in Vietnam as a foreigner by Beed
I just wanted to check, I would like to register a small company (basically just me, a foreigner doing some IT consulting work for clients). But I prefer to work as a company rather than a sole-trader/contractor for a couple of reasons including ...
Hey Navine, I'm not sure how long you've been in the country, but it might be worth the investment of your time to spend a couple years here and judge for yourself. I've been here almost 5 years and I know I wouldn't start ... Read More
Driving license by Stevet01
Can anybody advise the best way to obtain a license to drive a motorcycle. Is there an easy way perhaps like attending a course and taking a test?
Hey Stevet, If you have a motorcycle license from your home country and you have a valid visa then you can get your license converted to a similar size bike in VN for the length of your visa. If you don't, then you will have to take a ... Read More
Yet another post about long term Visas by Salensis
I know such a post is probably all too common but I have done my research and could really use some impartial advice on how to progress. I am an Australian national and I have traveled around Vietnam for 6 months on two separate tourist visas. Now I ...
While the visa issue has been sufficiently discussed I'd like to revisit your long term goals. The axiom about being willing to lose your investment on any business venture definitely holds water for foreigner owned businesses in VN. The ... Read More
How is Quy Nhon as a place to live as a retiree by Dennis Thomas
Hi everyone new member here Retired 65 from USA been living in the Philippines last 4 yrs. My pension is 1400 usd a month. I find I must live in the smaller providence cities here, cant afford Cebu or Manila, that have more to offer. ...
Hey Dennis, No worries. I'm happy to share my experiences here. I, like many expats, teach English. Luckily, I teach FT at an international school here. If this is a path you are considering just be aware of a couple things. To legally teach ... Read More
How is Quy Nhon as a place to live as a retiree by Dennis Thomas
Hi everyone new member here Retired 65 from USA been living in the Philippines last 4 yrs. My pension is 1400 usd a month. I find I must live in the smaller providence cities here, cant afford Cebu or Manila, that have more to offer. ...
Hey Dennis, I've been living and working in Quy Nhon for the past three years and it's mostly been a sleepy little coastal city, but over the past year there has been a significant construction boom in and around the city with many new ... Read More
Expat presence in Quy Nhon by QuidProQuo
How’s the expat population in this city? Anyone here currently beating out in this neck of the woods?
Hey friendkygiant56, The cost of living in QN is the least expensive of the three places you mentioned. I know some expats that rent housing for between 5-7 million VND a month and apartments for about 3-4 million a month. The challenge here is ... Read More
TRC card style/design
Is it blue, have your photo one it with all your correct information? If so, then it sounds genuine. Read More
Expat presence in Quy Nhon by QuidProQuo
How’s the expat population in this city? Anyone here currently beating out in this neck of the woods?
There is no general consensus on which spelling is correct because I've seen it spelled both ways on the internet and around the city. Even government building have it spelled both ways. And since the y and i have the same pronunciation they ... Read More
Expat presence in Quy Nhon by QuidProQuo
How’s the expat population in this city? Anyone here currently beating out in this neck of the woods?
The first questions is always going to be if you have a diploma, an ESL type teaching certificate and your criminal background check all appropriately stamped and certified in VN. If you got the big 3 then getting a job is fairly easy. You'll ... Read More
How do you invest in Vietnam real estate? by Stacy123
I think that's so difficult for foreigners to buy or invest in real estate in Vietnam. Just need some advises and want to know your experience. Please give me some ideas.. :heart:
I've got an attorney friend that I asked the same questions. First, there is a difference between land and property. Land is owned by the government and Vietnamese citizens can buy it from the government, but foreigners cannot. However, ... Read More
Expat presence in Quy Nhon by QuidProQuo
How’s the expat population in this city? Anyone here currently beating out in this neck of the woods?
There are quite a few mountains for climbing around the area. In fact, one of my 8th grade student's parents has a hiking club every Sunday morning. The downside is no one speaks English. Read More
Expat presence in Quy Nhon by QuidProQuo
How’s the expat population in this city? Anyone here currently beating out in this neck of the woods?
Hey QPQ, I've been living in QN for over two years. It's been a fairly sleepy neck of the woods. But in the past year and a half the real estate market has gone crazy and there's been some major investment going into the city. And with ... Read More
Any Expats living in Quy Nhon-Cualquier expatriados viven en Quy Nhon? by sailingholidays
Please feel free to contact me for meet-up. No dude en ponerse en contacto conmigo para cumplir en marcha. Kind regards - Buenos saludos :)
Quy Nhon is getting quite expensive. I bought land and built a house here two years ago and the value has tripled since then. As a foreigner you can't buy land, but you can buy an apartment. I just saw an older 3br apartment for 1.7 billion ... Read More
Foreigner buying apartment in Vietnam by HP thao
Dear all, As stated in the subject, we'd like to buy an apartment and we'd need to know the do and Don't, traps to be cautious about. Some info: - we don't have for now Vietnamese passport, nationalities or certificate of Vietnamese ...
One of the most important documents is the Red Book. Without it the transaction is illegal and subject to forfeiture. Read More
Personal income tax for retired people - documents required. by Laurent futur Nha Trang
Hello everybody, For the retired people in Vietnam, what are the documents required by vietnamese personal income tax office to register them ? Thanks in advance :-) Laurent
Yeah, there's a lot of that going around. I bailed four years ago and have not regretted it one little bit. Read More
Personal income tax for retired people - documents required. by Laurent futur Nha Trang
Hello everybody, For the retired people in Vietnam, what are the documents required by vietnamese personal income tax office to register them ? Thanks in advance :-) Laurent
I'm legit across the board. I own a home here, a regular F/T job and a normal home life. This was the best decision I've made in a long time. Read More
Personal income tax for retired people - documents required. by Laurent futur Nha Trang
Hello everybody, For the retired people in Vietnam, what are the documents required by vietnamese personal income tax office to register them ? Thanks in advance :-) Laurent
Excuse me for butting into the conversation, but I would like to ask a few questions. Where does your retirement money go? A VN or international bank? Is there a disconnect between the government and banks that show a monthly deposit in VN? Or ... Read More
Personal income tax for retired people - documents required. by Laurent futur Nha Trang
Hello everybody, For the retired people in Vietnam, what are the documents required by vietnamese personal income tax office to register them ? Thanks in advance :-) Laurent
Where does your retirement money go? A VN or international bank? Is there a disconnect between the government and banks that show a monthly deposit in VN? Or does it go to an offshore account? The main question is how do you get your money? I ... Read More
Quy Nonh? by barrycaffrey
I would appreciate it if anyone could provide any information on Quy Nonh? I will be there next week for a week (accomodation already sorted) as I travel around VN and would welcome any advice on good places to eat, places to see, things to do, a ...
Quy Nhon is a pretty sleepy coastal town. Most smaller shops start closing at 8ish and almost all are closed by 9ish. But don't let that fool you because there are tourist friendly things to do. One recommendation would be John and Pauls near ... Read More