@hamabeo1923
English expat in Vietnam
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Registration: 03 March 2023
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The U.S.Dollar by arthow1847
Just curious if the present situation with the dollar will have an impact on the cost of living for ex-pats in Cambodia for the foreseeable future.
What about the rental rates in the foreseeable future with the Dollar? -@arthow1847There seems to be a lot of oversupply here generally, and I don't see foreigner numbers returning to pre covid levels anytime soon, so I doubt rent prices are going ... 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 ...
@zeubie one advantage is that most places will not take US dollars if they are ripped, stained, taped together. We have a few dollars that way. Just can’t use them. With riel they can be in just about any condition. I think Joe and others ... Read More
The U.S.Dollar by arthow1847
Just curious if the present situation with the dollar will have an impact on the cost of living for ex-pats in Cambodia for the foreseeable future.
Hardly having any effect on cost of living.Cheers Joe -@JoeKhmerNot yet maybe but it will, the USD isn't going to magically retain its purchasing power in Cambodia while losing 10-20% of it's worth annually everywhere else.If the USD/Riel exchange ... Read More
The Chinese Influence by arthow1847
I have recently been reading several articles concerning the apparent upcoming and welcoming influx of Chinese tourism and also growing economic growth in Cambodia, especially the Siem Reap area. Since I am presently interested in relocating there I ...
@Fred Hint. It's a non chosen government and decisions are being made without any feedback from the citizens -@Crazy_SexpatSo, same as most everywhere else then? Read More
Do I have to exit Vietnam via the exit point I give on my E visa? by edandsuet
HiThe e-visa application form asks for both the entry and exit checkpoints, as well as visa valid from and to dates.I know the date I am flying into Hanoi, but I'm currently unsure if I will fly from Ho Chi Minh or cross by land into Cambodia, or ...
FWIW I last exited VN about a month ago via TSN Saigon not Hanoi as I had specified on my evisa apication, with no issues. I had allowed time and budget to make it back to Hanoi if needed though.Numerous emails to the evisa email address to ask ... Read More
Is 70mil per month enough for a family of 3? by WidnesRob
My wife and I are currently looking to move to Vietnam. I have secured work and my job will provide accommodation. We are coming with a 6 month baby (thats how old she will be when we move) and my wife is currently still looking for work. We would ...
@Mac68 Also, you have to take into consideration that much of the retail and service that caters to foreigners is priced several times the equivalent for Viets. -@mitsmaakThen, don't use such places and get your stuff where the Viets do?@OP: Unless ... Read More
Cambodian Visa's - Essential Information by rarky
Types of Visa VOA applicants must submit passport, application forms, a recent passport photo, and other documents as determined by the status of stay. (Note: All prices are quoted in US Dollars) 1 - T-Type (Tourist) - VOA • Cost = ...
I entered Cambodia recently on a 1 month tourist VOA but only stayed 1 week. I'm hoping to return about 1 week after my first VOA expires, on an Ordinary VOA this time (or maybe an Ordinary eVisa if that is possible) with a view to getting a long ... Read More
ASKING FOR A FRIEND by goodolboy
Is Gay marriage recognised in Vietnam & if it is would that qualify for a VEC?
@SteinNebraska Bought the gf a new SH150 and myself a WinnerX a few months back, both have headlights permanently on. I get gesticulated at occasionally (we're in Thai Binh area oop Norf) but I had assumed it was my implausible attempt to dress like ... Read More