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Andrew

@kiwiinkorea

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New Zealander expat in Thailand

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About me

New Zealander

Lives in Ulsan

Speaks English and a little French and Korean and some Thai..

Registration: 24 May 2011

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Andrew
kiwiinkorea replied to a thread
8 years ago
Hannes3

How to get reaction - looking for a job by Hannes3

I am looking for a teaching job in Phnom Penh. Iam a qualified teacher, degree holder , teaching license and TEFOL. I handed my CV in at three different schools up to now ,no reaction.

Andrew

Am looking to make the move myself. Most of the teaching positions are found by applying in person? Read More

Andrew
kiwiinkorea replied to a thread
9 years ago
expat.com

Cost of living in Thailand – 2015 by expat.com

Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Thailand in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Thailand you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Thailand? > accommodation ...

Andrew

I live in Nonthaburi about 40 mins north of Bangkok. I have free apartment provided by my school but around here you can rent: 1 bedroom condo for around 3000 per month 3 bedroom/ 2 level house for 8000 per month I have a shared internet ... Read More

Andrew
kiwiinkorea created a thread
10 years ago

Teaching positions???

Hi there, I am a native speaker ( New Zealand) and am a teacher of Social Studies and English. I am currently nearing completion of a second year in Thailand. I hold a BA in Social Sciences and a teaching qualification plus numerous other course ... Read More

Andrew
kiwiinkorea created a thread
10 years ago

University Degree/Work Permit

Hi there, am sure this question has been asked in the past. Am a teacher wanting wanting to teach in Vietnam. I saw a posting on another site suggesting that work permits for teachers won't be issued unless it's a degree in education. Is ... Read More

Andrew
kiwiinkorea replied to a thread
10 years ago
kiwiinkorea

Interested in Vietnam.- How easy if the immigration system? by kiwiinkorea

Hi there, I am a New Zealander working as an English Teacher in Thailand. I have been here more than a year, prior to that I taught in South Korea for 3 years as well as in New Zealand teaching academic English. I hold a BA plus a language ...

Andrew

You might want to consider getting a B1 business visa. It is good for 90 days and can be renewed. At one time you could renew 3 times then you needed to make a border run. The last I knew the HCM office was only allowing two extensions. Still you ... Read More

Andrew
kiwiinkorea replied to a thread
10 years ago
kiwiinkorea

Interested in Vietnam.- How easy if the immigration system? by kiwiinkorea

Hi there, I am a New Zealander working as an English Teacher in Thailand. I have been here more than a year, prior to that I taught in South Korea for 3 years as well as in New Zealand teaching academic English. I hold a BA plus a language ...

Andrew

Assuming I enter on a tourist visa. Is this using the visa on arrival or do i need to get a special tourist visa with the Vietnamese embassy? Read More

Andrew
kiwiinkorea replied to a thread
10 years ago
kiwiinkorea

Interested in Vietnam.- How easy if the immigration system? by kiwiinkorea

Hi there, I am a New Zealander working as an English Teacher in Thailand. I have been here more than a year, prior to that I taught in South Korea for 3 years as well as in New Zealand teaching academic English. I hold a BA plus a language ...

Andrew

With a degree you can apply for positions at universities where they pay is much better (but not as good as the American female who wants to charge $30/hour tutoring!). University of Ho Chi Minh has a well supported English section. Come here on a ... Read More

Andrew
kiwiinkorea created a thread
10 years ago

Interested in Vietnam.- How easy if the immigration system?

Hi there, I am a New Zealander working as an English Teacher in Thailand. I have been here more than a year, prior to that I taught in South Korea for 3 years as well as in New Zealand teaching academic English. I hold a BA plus a language ... Read More

Andrew
kiwiinkorea replied to a thread
10 years ago
rush201991

Job prospects after Masters or Pg dip by rush201991

Please share your job search experiences in NZ after studies. How are the job prospects in NZ? Can I get a job on work visa after studies or only PR are preferred for jobs? Please help

Andrew

I am an NZ'er living overseas. What WombatFred has said is pretty much spot on. I would like to add that employers are also looking for people who are prepared to stay for a reasonable length of time. They're very weary of those wanting to ... Read More

Andrew
kiwiinkorea replied to a thread
10 years ago
theelliottquest

Looking for work abroad - Where to start? by theelliottquest

Hi all! My name is Elliott and I am from Ottawa, Canada. I am currently working in Melbourne, Australia. I am 24 years old and have a few years experience in logistics/transportation. I'm looking to find work somewhere in the world. I'm ...

Andrew

Thailand is great if you like craziness, beaches, tradition, spicy food and beautiful weather. Read More

Andrew
kiwiinkorea replied to a thread
10 years ago
Julien

Discover the new Expat blog ! by Julien

Dear members and friends, As you have noticed, you now have access to a new version of Expat.com ! What’s new? 1. We are going mobile https://www.expat.com/tmp/teasing/teasing1.png You can connect to https://www.expat.com wherever you are. ...

Andrew

Have been a member here for a few years now, the site has grown somewhat since I first joined. It certainly looks flasher and more professional compared to other forum related sites out there. Read More

Andrew
kiwiinkorea replied to a thread
10 years ago
faisalnaik

cost of living for a family of 5 by faisalnaik

Hi everyone, Currently reside in Pakistan and planning to move there as soon as I get a decision on my NZ residence application with INZ. Hows the daily cost of living for a family of 5? I believe it varies from North to South Islands. Probably ...

Andrew

be prepared for high expenses...especially in Auckland. Read More

Andrew
kiwiinkorea replied to a thread
10 years ago
emacro

Any Singaporean or Malaysian in Auckland by emacro

Hi All, I moved to Auckland about a year ago and have not made much friends apart from the people I work with. I would like to give a shout out to any Malaysian or Singaporean out there who would love to exchange notes and get to know people from ...

Andrew

Hi All, I moved to Auckland about a year ago and have not made much friends apart from the people I work with. I would like to give a shout out to any Malaysian or Singaporean out there who would love to exchange notes and get to know people from ... Read More

Andrew
kiwiinkorea replied to a thread
10 years ago
JillianLiota

Where we should live? by JillianLiota

Hello all, my name is Jillian and my husband and I will be moving to Auckland in the first week of July, 2014. I am looking for suggestions on where we should live, considering that we will not have a car. I will be working at the University of ...

Andrew

Hi there am an expat NZer living in Thailand, am from Auckland and some years ago attended Auckland University. My suggestion if you wish to live somewhere within a reasonable commute into the city, am assuming you're working in the city ... Read More

Andrew
kiwiinkorea replied to a thread
10 years ago
jpizzo76

Seriously Considering Moving to Thailand..! by jpizzo76

Hello, all! My father & I are considering moving to Thailand. We've lived just outside of New Orleans for our entire lives (my dad lived in Florida & California for a brief period, but other than that, he's been here his whole life, ...

Andrew

Firstly the weather in Chiang Mai is deemed some of the best in terms of a cooler climate in Thailand. As for your English issues, I wouldn't worry too much, the level of English in CM is quite good compared to other parts of the country. Add ... Read More