@Su Bagnall

Vung Tau - How is it for English speaking people? Schools & Work? by Tonca

Hi all, we are an Australian family, wife from Vietnam with 2 young boys. We would like to live in Vungtau but are unsure as to the school and work environment for english speaking people. I am a fitter/ welder by trade and have experience both on ...

Lo que mai wine by AlegreViajero

Hi, I was wondering if anyone of you knows this wine… It was in a Vietnamese sausage recipe. I can't find it anywhere.

Vung Tau - How is it for English speaking people? Schools & Work? by Tonca

Hi all, we are an Australian family, wife from Vietnam with 2 young boys. We would like to live in Vungtau but are unsure as to the school and work environment for english speaking people. I am a fitter/ welder by trade and have experience both on ...

Banking by VietnamVenice3260

Can an expat visiting Vietnam open up a bank account in his name IN VIETNAMESE BANK ? I would like to open account there to start life with spouse. Can anyone help me ? Need to move funds. Vietnam Venice . thanks ~

Teaching in Vietnam. by sonni2007

I've been offered a teaching position within Vietnam but, I'm struggling,to establish what VISA I require on my arrival / entry into Vietnam? Is it the responsibility of the employer, to apply for the appropriate working visa before my ...

Purchasing a Motorscooter in Vung Tau by Su Bagnall

Can anyone recommend an honest and reliable seller of second hand motor scooters in Vung Tau? I am a single lady who knows nothing at all about engines etc. so I will be at the mercy of the retailer.

How is it possible for Land seller to provide FAKE Red Book? by thuy4tien

ALL....... this is puzzling to me when I browsed thru the Forum containing information on Expats who want to buy land or property in Vietnam. Let's say you want to buy land. You talked to the Seller and agreed on the price. You pay for the ...

prescription drugs by KenLiss

I have two types of medications I take daily and wanted to see if it's easy to get the prescriptions filled in Hoi An? I imagine I'd have to go to a local doctor and discuss it with him first. Anyone have this experience?

Hot tubs / Jacuzzi in Saigon hcmc? by Beyondthesee

Hi All, I've researched online for hot tub jacuzzi locations and can't seem to find any that AREN'T connected to a hotel.. I've been looking for either spa or massage centers - i've even checked out gyms! Of course ...

Bad bacterial infection in Hanoi by hs0zfe

It started with an aching tooth. The dentist cleaned out most of the rotted pulp and the swelling subsided. But he left the tooth open and food contaminated it (?). The next visit was less pleasant - this time, I felt some remaining nerve tissue. ...

Can't deposit cash into my account? by treesahquiche

I was told by Vietcombank that I couldn't deposit cash into my account because I'm a foreigner, and I could only do account-to-account transfers. Apparently only my employer is allowed to deposit money into my account. I'm not really clear on the ...

Best Way to Search for Apartments in HCMC? by mtgmike

I know there are adverts in the housing section of Expat.com, but can I get some recommendations for other resources to search? I've found plenty of Vietnamese language web sites with listings. Can these typically be rented by foreigners?

Retiring in Vietnam - Dazed and Confused ?? by beefbrisket

hello ExB :) im in the daydreaming/planning stage of my Vietnam retirement. ive been to HCM (a few times) and also surroundings like Mekong Delta and Vung Tau. ive also been reading and researching a few forums i can find on the net (mostly ...