@Rob29
English expat in Vietnam
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About me
English
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh
Speaks Vietnamese, Japanese (both a little)
Registration: 22 June 2015
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Best Recruitment Agency for Expats
Hi guys, Having visited Singapore numerous times, I would love to find a job there preferably in the marketing / communications sector. I just wanted to see if any of you knew of any good recruitment agencies which are more tailored towards ... Read More
Charity and NGO work in Singapore
Hello, I hope you are all doing well. I am currently working in the marketing department for a children's charity in Vietnam and am thinking about moving to the wonders of Singapore. I wanted to ask whether there were many opportunities in ... Read More
Saigon Cyclo Challenge Fundraising Event by Rob29
Hi guys, If you are not sure what to do this weekend, you should come check out Saigon Cyclo Challenge, a fundraising event where people race cyclos, and its all to help Saigon Children's Charity. Tickets are FREE, have a look here to find ...
Here you go.... https://www.expat.com/en/events/asia/vietnam/saigon/9-sports-and-outdoor-activites/1194-saigon-cyclo-challenge.html Thanks for the tip, and hope to see you there Read More
Saigon Cyclo Challenge Fundraising Event
Hi guys, If you are not sure what to do this weekend, you should come check out Saigon Cyclo Challenge, a fundraising event where people race cyclos, and its all to help Saigon Children's Charity. Tickets are FREE, have a look here to find ... Read More
Looking for a place to volunteer by sherwinm
Hello, I'm planning to go to Saigon in April and would like do some volunteering there for 2-3 weeks. I'm looking for a nonprofit organization or school where I can teach analogue and digital (participatory) photography to young students. I ...
Check out Saigon Children's Charity. They are always looking for English teachers. i know they have held Photography courses in the past too, so you might be in luck. www.saigonchildren.com Read More
Work Permit
Hi everyone, Wondered if you can help me. i am a UK resident and now am living in Vietnam. I have been volunteering for the last 6 months and now have just taken on the part time job to help pay the bills. The job requires me to obtain a work ... Read More
Want to donate to a Vietnamese charity but are unsure who or how? by Rob29
Hi guys, I often meet expats that want to give something back to the local community but are unsure how. I have been doing some volunteering with Saigon Children's Charity, and have seen, first hand, the amazing work they do in helping ...
Hello guys, Thanks for all the interest in SCC and helping Vietnamese kids in general. I'm happy to help. Firstly, here is some information regarding the NGO registration number and their addresses both internationally and in Vietnam. ... Read More
Want to donate to a Vietnamese charity but are unsure who or how? by Rob29
Hi guys, I often meet expats that want to give something back to the local community but are unsure how. I have been doing some volunteering with Saigon Children's Charity, and have seen, first hand, the amazing work they do in helping ...
Hi, Yeah, I was on the same boat when I was decided what charity to volunteer for. I really appreciate your concern. If you lived in Vietnam, it'll be much easier and I would of invited you to visit the office and see the work that they ... Read More
Want to donate to a Vietnamese charity but are unsure who or how?
Hi guys, I often meet expats that want to give something back to the local community but are unsure how. I have been doing some volunteering with Saigon Children's Charity, and have seen, first hand, the amazing work they do in helping ... Read More
Best Pho?? by Rob29
Hey guys, Just wanted to explore more Pho restaurants in the city and wondered what people's favourites were? I am a big fan of Pho Le on Nguyen Trai street but I have been told there are even better places.... Thanks,
Thanks guys! I'll try it out this weekend :) Read More
Best Pho??
Hey guys, Just wanted to explore more Pho restaurants in the city and wondered what people's favourites were? I am a big fan of Pho Le on Nguyen Trai street but I have been told there are even better places.... Thanks, Read More
What are your favourite food in Saigon ? by toonblake
Saigon has something so special I can't explain. Like you wander for a while and see lots of things to try, from the street food to the luxury restaurants. So tell me what are your favourite food in Saigon you would try immediatly ?
Pho Le! They do the best pho bo!! Read More
Business Visas and work permits....
Hi all, Could anyone tell me the difference between a work permit and a business visa? Are you required to have both? Thanks as always! Read More
Best time to visit the North by Rob29
Hey guys, I was thinking of doing a motorbike trip up north around Hai Giang. I was just wondering if anyone knew the best time of year to head to the countryside in those parts. Thanks, Rob
Thanks for the advice Read More
Where to get a laptop fixed? by Rob29
Hi, Anyone know a great place to get a laptop fixed?? I tried one place before and it wasn't done well, so debating whether it's just cheaper to buy a new one. Appreciate any help, Rob
It's got many problems to be honest. I'll see what they say. Appreciate the help! Read More