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Registration: 27 September 2023

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8 months ago
Julien

New members of the Cambodia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Cambodia forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...

Small Box

You are going to miss the floods. Read More

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9 months ago
godsontn

Which SE Asian country is most suitable for a visa run? by godsontn

I’m currently in Vietnam and my visa would be expiring in no distant time. A friend did a border run into Cambodia & the entire process was short, convenient and cheap ($150). She is from UK. However, when I wanted to use same agency, they ...

Small Box

This seems normal as not all countries are valid for all purpose. Read More

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9 months ago
F@L123

Exporting a car by F@L123

Hello, Looking at cars here and noticed that the prices for new ones are pretty good. But in that case I want to bring it home with me. Has anyone in here tried bringing a car home? Any info or suggestions on where to start looking for info on that ...

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@F@L123Yes we know where your home is :) Read More

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9 months ago
David lulli

Expensive doctor by David lulli

Can someone let me know if is correct the price for a check from a doctor in Phnom Penh I'm currently in Phnom Phen with my Cambodian girlfriend she had some stomach problemswe went to a doctor who did a blood test and gave her 2 drips of mineral ...

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Can someone let me know if is correct the price for a check from a doctor in Phnom Penh I'm currently in Phnom Phen with my Cambodian girlfriend she had some stomach problems we went to a doctor who did a blood test and gave her 2 drips of ... Read More

Small Box replied to a thread
10 months ago
Village287

Operation costs by Village287

My 44 year old Cambodian wife might need to have a hysterectomy, does anyone know the cost in a public hospital in Phnom Penh or would it be cheaper with better treatment in Vietnam.

Small Box

Thailand is way better but not close to free. Medical for Cambodians in cambodia is nearly free but you get what you pay for Read More

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10 months ago
zeubie

Watch repair - Siem Reap by zeubie

Hi Everyone,Does anyone know of a place in Siem Reap where I can replace the band on a watch?Thanks for any advice you can offer.

Small Box

Is this for real? Any shop selling watches will bend over backwards to get you a new band. Even street market sellers. Read More

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11 months ago
Cheryl

Waste Management in Cambodia by Cheryl

Hello everyone, As an expat in Cambodia, waste management can often pose challenges and requires an understanding of local standards and regulations. Understanding local practices is essential for environmental compliance and seamless integration ...

Small Box

Waste is burned. Batteries burned old oil burned.. not my idea but we live a hour from a city and even in phnom penh the trash is piled high and not recycled. You should start a recycling plant and get funding from some environmental group. Read More

Small Box replied to a thread
11 months ago
Fred Cambo

What birthday gift for my young Khmer girlfriend ? by Fred Cambo

Hello,She is 22, soon 23, from a rural area in Kratie, I am a bit older (secret), from Europe, resident in Cambodia since 2019, our relationship is still new but it is starting to build up nicely (very nicely in fact), while we of course not live ...

Small Box

@astashanYes a new motorbike a vacation and a photoalbum Read More

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11 months ago
Village287

Disgusted with the system by Village287

After mentoring at great expense a smart girl from a very poor family to go to university and after 4 years of hard work she finished top of her class and received her teaching degree, a private school in Phnom Penh snapped her up and she commenced ...

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@Village287Of course mistake to be a teacher, its a profession done for gratification not salary. Now become a private teacher later on to get good pay. Read More

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11 months ago
Cheryl

Cost of living in Cambodia in 2024 by Cheryl

Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Cambodia, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in ...

Small Box

@Cheryl Hi I gave a $1000 a month for cost of living in Phnom Penh, which is unfair and limited, So I have been in PP 10 years, British male, Khmer femail, both retired, no drink, no smoke, live in daun Penh, These are our costs now, we own ... Read More

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11 months ago
Moxy1311

Amazon/Interflora equiv in Cambodia by Moxy1311

Is there an equivalent to Amazon etc in Cambodia?I have struggled to find anything that I can use to send gifts etc to my GF who lives in Phnom Pehn.I live in the UK so short of sending her cash and saying buy yourself something nice.... would be ...

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@Moxy131 send with ria or some other means the seller takes? Khmer24.com saves me loads on everything from flowers to cars. Never bought dead flowers in cambodia tho. Read More

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11 months ago
Moxy1311

Amazon/Interflora equiv in Cambodia by Moxy1311

Is there an equivalent to Amazon etc in Cambodia?I have struggled to find anything that I can use to send gifts etc to my GF who lives in Phnom Pehn.I live in the UK so short of sending her cash and saying buy yourself something nice.... would be ...

Small Box

@Moxy1311Duh send flowers to her work. Khmer24 has loads of online sellers. Maybe to late n Read More

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last year
Julien

New members of the Cambodia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Cambodia forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...

Small Box

@toni345thWhat is p/a per year? Per annual? Read More

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pf flyer

Planning to visit a lady I've met online by pf flyer

Hello,I'm Patrick from the US.  I'm planning on visiting shortly to meet a Cambodian woman I met online.  I'm 66, she's 38.  She's very enthusiastic to meet me after a few weeks of conversation.  I've read some of the posts  ...

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@pf flyerYou click for now but how old do you expect to be in good health running around? Read More

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last year
pf flyer

Planning to visit a lady I've met online by pf flyer

Hello,I'm Patrick from the US.  I'm planning on visiting shortly to meet a Cambodian woman I met online.  I'm 66, she's 38.  She's very enthusiastic to meet me after a few weeks of conversation.  I've read some of the posts  ...

Small Box

@pf flyerWell 66 is to old for a 38 year old sorry. But hope you have fun. Can't get a k1 visa so I guess u can figure something else out.. Read More