Mike
@Mike CL
German expat in Cambodia
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About me
German
Lives in Siem Reap
Speaks German, English (fluent), Khmer, Chinese Mandarin (Beginner Level)
Registration: 11 September 2014
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Cambodian wedding by Georrges Simon
Hi,The son of my partner is getting married .There are quite a bunch of ceremonies. They ask me to dress the classical way for wedding which involved several classical wedding cloths, quite different from ours. Is it an imperative imposed by the ...
"When in Rome, do as the Roman's do". Best I can offer to your question. Read More
Drivers licence exam? by narcrepellant2525
Anybody did it recently?
Best option to transfer if you have a license, you only need a resident status, you get at the Police station in your area and a health certificate, If you need to make a license, talk with a local friend and get a referral, if get good service can ... Read More
Retirement Extension and Bank Accounts by zeubie
Hi everyone,I will be heading over the Cambodia in the next few weeks and after I land (and get an ordinary visa on arrival), I will be getting the Retirement Extension of Stay (I am 58). Just a quick question: Are people who have this extension ...
Some very good advice from fellows who have been in Cambodia a long time, I used to pay in USD, switched to Riel, hassles free. Read More
Retirement Extension and Bank Accounts by zeubie
Hi everyone,I will be heading over the Cambodia in the next few weeks and after I land (and get an ordinary visa on arrival), I will be getting the Retirement Extension of Stay (I am 58). Just a quick question: Are people who have this extension ...
ABA Bank minimum requirement is a 6-month visa to open a Bank account. I use the ABA App, make all payments in Restaurants, Shops etc, easy and convenient. I usually have a small amount of cash US 50-100 and some Riel in case of an emergency. Read More
Cambodia r visa by Teatowel
I'm mid 50s and thinking about checking out Cambodia as somewhere to retire. Lived in Sydney Australia my whole life will never be able to retire here unless I wanna live on the scabby pension and eat dog food. However I could generate a passive ...
Hi Joe, it seems you are a bag of knowledge when it comes to Khmer issues, this is for sure good to know. I am above 60 and think will go for a retirement visa, any good contact in Siem Reap who can assist? Your assistance is appreciated, reg. Mike Read More
Scooter or motorcycle driving license in Cambodia? by narcrepellant2525
Can foreigner on visa go to exam and obtain it?
Hi Joe, must be under or can be up to 125cc, like Honda Dream 125cc? Read More
Marry an Cambodian girl by larscambodia
Hi all. I have been living in Cambodia for a long time and have a Cambodian girlfriend. I am only 31 years, the same as my girlfriend. We are now in the process of going to get married. Det problem is that i have a criminal record from when i was ...
Hi there, you will get various advice and recommendations I assume. It is quite true that regulations have been put it place or are recommended regarding marriage to a foreigner. I would however recommend to you, to consult a professional law firm ... Read More
Had enough by madmax888
This September, I will be leaving Cambodia for good. After nearly 6 years, I have had enough. Many of you long time posters know me, as my first thread was read thousands of times. What you don't know is that my wife, after 4 1/2 years of living ...
Report your passport as stolen / lost with a police station, get a report and attache a passport copy with the report. Most guest houses will accept the report till you get your passport replaced by your embassy. Read More
Bringing US Currency into Cambodia by USNavyguy
Hello, Can anyone tell me how much US currency I can bring into Cambodia legally? I have heard there are no restrictions, but others say it's $10,000. What is the real truth? Thanks.
Up to USD 10K without explanation, 96 notes no issue, above USD 10K you might be asked questions but more so on your departure than arrival, transfer, any amount. Read More
Plan to go to Phnom Penh with $3000 as startup - possible? by Ihsahn
I am planning on going to Cambodia in September of 2016, I'll be 29 by then with a TEFL 120 Hour Certificate. The last year has seen my life turned upside down and I think I just need to get back to basics and take myself out of my comfort zone. ...
Hi David, one of the best blogs I have come across in the expat-blog. I think you are 100% right, well done. Best Regards Mike Read More
Plan to go to Phnom Penh with $3000 as startup - possible? by Ihsahn
I am planning on going to Cambodia in September of 2016, I'll be 29 by then with a TEFL 120 Hour Certificate. The last year has seen my life turned upside down and I think I just need to get back to basics and take myself out of my comfort zone. ...
USD 3000.- is a tight budget, however possible. You might need a fall-back plan in case you can't secure a job in Cambodia before your cash runs out. A good plan might be to make pre-arrangement before coming to Cambodia, contact schools, ... Read More
Volunteering in Cambodia by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Cambodia? How to join a charitable institution, what are the steps? Which causes ...
JanKrohn, without the consistent support of volunteers we most likely would still be in the "dark ages". It seems you are rather discouraged with Khmer Volunteer work. Read More
Making the move by bdochinez
Husband and I are seriously thinking about chucking it all and moving in May or June to Cambodia. Was in the capitol for three weeks with students doing volunteer work and Siem Reap for the day. We are professors at a small private university. We ...
Valued points you mentioned. However if one has a university degree things are quite different. The possibility of getting work in an academically level outshines the many that are looking for basic teaching jobs or related. PHD levels and above is ... Read More
Making the move by bdochinez
Husband and I are seriously thinking about chucking it all and moving in May or June to Cambodia. Was in the capitol for three weeks with students doing volunteer work and Siem Reap for the day. We are professors at a small private university. We ...
We are in Siem Reap every 6 to 8 weeks but only for a couple of days. Lets be in touch, perhaps we meet up, regards Mike Read More
Making the move by bdochinez
Husband and I are seriously thinking about chucking it all and moving in May or June to Cambodia. Was in the capitol for three weeks with students doing volunteer work and Siem Reap for the day. We are professors at a small private university. We ...
I would say, just come and come faster. Your skills are highly required in Cambodia. Open your own company (education, science etc) I am very sure you will be successful. Once you opened your company you get a work permit very fast, I think it's ... Read More