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English expat in Vietnam
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In-laws family to keep asking for gifts when they never give any by ashtray9
I'm a foreigner son-in-law, my parent-in-laws are very wealthy, with a lot of properties, just in rents that bring them more than 4/5 times more than what I earn. Now every time I travel, I bring gifts for the entire family, fancy bags for ...
@ashtray9 You must be mad. Forget the comments about showing respect - all nonsense. Keep your cash safely in your home country. Read More
Verify the Validity of a Vietnam Driver's License by Aidan in HCMC
TRA CỨU THÔNG TIN Giấy phép lái xe (Link)(Look Up Driver's License Information)Hoping some might find this helpful.
@Aidan in HCMCGood post! Read More
Cost of living in Vietnam in 2024 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Vietnam, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in Vietnam. Here ...
@CherylFully furnished 1 bedroom apartment Vo Chi Vong, Tay Ho, Hanoi VND 8M per month. Electricity VND 3500K pet unit.An abundance of inexpensive property for rent in Hanoi - don’t be fooled by ’agents’ and their nonsense $500+ ... Read More
Process of buying home or condo in Vietnam (Saigon) by jrharvey
I realize there are probably not a lot of experts on this subject but hoping someone out there may know a few things. Not seeing much in the search or past discussions. So the story is that me and my wife are looking to buy a house or condo. I do ...
Don’t buy property in Vietnam - it’s all junk! even new buildings are dilapidatd after only 5 years. Poor quality materials and shoddy workmanship. Read More
HSBC ATM Conversion Bait by James Liu
Just a warning here about HSBC. I normally withdraw 10 million each time and with the demise of Citibank I regularly withdraw from HSBC ATMs. HSBC gives two conversion rates amount to choose from. They use their VND to USD own rate and it shows the ...
@James LiuYou must be an American or Millennial. HahahaIt is common-sense never to accept any offered rate in any country, and has always been the case. The market rate always prevails! Read More
Temporary Residence Card by Eile
Hi all. What is the eligibility for a foreigner to get a TRC. Does charity work qualify as eligibility?Thank you 😊
@EileIn a nutshell, unless you are specifically offered a position by a charity. forget it.Apply to a Viet charity and you will have to pay them! Everything in this country is upside down or back to front! Read More
Any experience entering Vietnam with an expiring TRC? by Missybon
I am a US citizen with a spousal Temporary Residence Card (TRC /type TT). My TRC expires May 28, 2024. I need to leave the country for an indefinite period of time but will have to come back to renew the TRC in person.I'm wondering how close I can ...
@MissybonYou can use it up to and including the date of expiry. Read More
Move from the UK to Hanoi by kapilsaini
I'm presently employed in the UK and have received a job offer from a university in Hanoi. I'm reaching out to see if you have any insights on the following:What is the air quality like in Hanoi, and does it noticeably affect daily life? Are there ...
@kapilsainiRemain in the UK - it’s that simple! Read More
Access to money/funds from your native country whilst i Vietnam / Asia by Lesshove
I am looking towards becoming an Expat living in Vietnam from the UK, my question is how does everyone access there funds from there native country of origin (Banking) without being scammed or hit for extortionate money transfer costs, my first ...
Use Transferwise to send money from UK account to Viet account - fees are minimal.if you can get a Halifax Clarity Card - no fx loading or other fees.Many Viet banks, but recently some have created problems for foreigners disallowing withdrawals ... Read More
First Trip to Vietnam with Family by Zain ul Haq
Hi Folks,We are an expat family of 5 (husband, wife and 3 children) travelling from Malaysia to Vietnam on Dec 23, 2023 and will return back on Jan 06, 2024. This will be our first ever trip to Vietnam and while we did our little Googling, we're ...
Safety and Security - be very careful in Saigon; phone and bag snatching are rife. Take a photo with an expensive iphone and it will be gone bin a flash! In contrast, the capital city has an abundance of plain-clothed security police and crime is ... Read More
Planning first visit to Vietnam - advice please by redgranite
Hi everyone.I'm planning a trip to Vietnam next June ('24) for around 3 weeks.It will be my first visit to Vietnam. I have a friend there who lives relatively close to Da Lat airport.My intention therefore will be to fly from London to Ho Chi Minh ...
@redgraniteYour itinerary and personal finances are your own personal decisions - nobody can help you with those.Internal flights are relatively cheap, but avoid VietJet Air - worse than RyanAir and with very frequent delays.No jabs needed for short ... Read More
Gifts for girlfriend's parents and siblings by jamespryder
I am from the US and will be visiting my girlfriend for a few months in Haiphong. Are there any suggestions regarding appropriate gifts for the various family members? This will be my first return trip since meeting her a few months ago so it's not ...
Never give money - they will milk you non stop.Give them something very simple like a white, plain Chinese tea set; in Vietnam, their tea sets are unwashed and filthy.Even something like a long, slightly padded cushion of for those ostentatious rock ... Read More
What do people do when they retire in VN? by qnbui
I've been planning my early retirement for a few years now and moving to VN when I retire after my dog passed away. Well, sadly, I had to say goodbye to my beloved dog yesterday. His health was failing and it was time to say goodbye. Now that he's ...
@OceanBeach92107Come on, that very silly introduction about his dog, and the subsequent response from another trying to assimilate his experience.He is in a good steady job; yes, he may be Viet overseas with experience of Vietnam - more-so he ... Read More
What do people do when they retire in VN? by qnbui
I've been planning my early retirement for a few years now and moving to VN when I retire after my dog passed away. Well, sadly, I had to say goodbye to my beloved dog yesterday. His health was failing and it was time to say goodbye. Now that he's ...
@qnbuiStop being so dramatic and emotional; decisions are based on facts in the head and not in the heart.There is nothing to do in Vietnam and you will get as bored as hell! Keep your job and home in USA, and take 2-3 weeks long holiday in Vietnam ... Read More
Moving to Da Nang and open a Brew Coffee Bar by JUAN PABLO PAZ
I live currently in Ubud, Bali and I went to Vientanam some months ago and I really liked the vibe and people, what do you say of my idea? I travel with my family, we are 4.
The market is already saturated and tourism is nothing like it was pre 2021. Need to make a living here for 4 people on coffee, forget it! Read More