Lost in Laos
American expat in Laos
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Speaks Spanish, Russian, Japanese, English
Registration: 16 January 2012
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International schools in Vientiane.? by antpb
Hi. Does anyone have any recent experience with the international schools kis, vis or ais? Recommendations for a 7 year old from UK? Also any advice for piano or violin lessons? Thanks
AIS is a relatively new school. I have heard little about it even though I have been teaching in Vientiane for a couple of years. I think it is still around though. But if your looking for a school for children there are some really good schools ... Read More
Getting married in Laos by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Laos or who are about to get married in Laos to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Laos? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
The best and easiest way is to marry out of the country then register the marriage with the Lao Embassy there. When you come to Lao the deed is done and at only the cost of air fare etc...I just heard the other day in Vtn it is up to 5000 to marry ... Read More
Public transportation in Laos by Armand
Hi all, What do you think about the means of transportation in Laos ? Is the network of means of transportation well developed? What modes of transport are available? Do you use them? How much is a fare? Are they relatively ...
I guess we agree to disagree on this one Stumpy. The Tuk Tuks are somewhat out of control in my opinion. But I have a car now and just park at my father in laws house in Silom and get around on motorbike. For Somsaveth, I don't speak, read or write ... Read More
salary vs living cost!!?? by AYMENTN1
Hi all , i want to ask if we can live in vientiane with 1500 usd salary for a single man ???!!!
melia69 I would have to answer your question with NO! We have a school in Luang Prabang and we pay almost double that. Our teachers struggle. Remember it is a tourist area and it has both high and low seasons but it is a pricy environment. I would ... Read More
Public transportation in Laos by Armand
Hi all, What do you think about the means of transportation in Laos ? Is the network of means of transportation well developed? What modes of transport are available? Do you use them? How much is a fare? Are they relatively ...
I use public transport all the time. I live 30Km north of the capital and take a songtail and bus (new green and white) both are 5000 Kip but the songtail will take you to your door if you ask them too. The old grey buses still run and used to be ... Read More
salary vs living cost!!?? by AYMENTN1
Hi all , i want to ask if we can live in vientiane with 1500 usd salary for a single man ???!!!
I know many that do and many that just survive. Your personal lifestyle will dictate much of that. However, as of right now the country and in Vientiane proper is pushing a huge development program aimed at attracting tourist. This said, it is ... Read More
A good international school for girls (ages 12 & 10) by hangayeyo
Actually, I am writing on behalf of a Korean family (husband, wife & two daughters - ages 12 & 10) that would be moving to Laos by the end of 2012. They are interested in sending their children to a good school & need some positive feed back. Also ...
Hi, I would also recommend Kiettisack School. The overall population is greater in girls compared to boys. It has a large Korean population as well but there are also many expats from Canada, US, UK, Pakistan, India, Vietnam, China, Philipines, ... Read More
Looking for work in Laos by joebbowers
I'm a 30 year old American man with 7 years of experience teaching English in China. I feel I've learned enough about China that it's time to move on, and I've set my sites on Laos. I will be arriving in Laos in a few days to begin looking for ...
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Residency visa Laos by stumpy
I have heard that it may be possible to get aresidnecy visa for Laos. I am interested in finding out more about this as I am married, living in Vientiane and will eventually settle there fulltime. Anyone have any info on this !!!
You got it. I hope that people realize inspite of all the hassels you encounter here in Lao, it is far easier to live, work or do business than in Thailand. Read More
Residency visa Laos by stumpy
I have heard that it may be possible to get aresidnecy visa for Laos. I am interested in finding out more about this as I am married, living in Vientiane and will eventually settle there fulltime. Anyone have any info on this !!!
Samsanuk, Well, said....Oh, and by the way I am not Lao. But as time goes by and I know more people it seems to be easier. But I can not agree more with what you said above. Stay clean, respectful, and don't cause problems. Be prepared to pay the ... Read More
Residency visa Laos by stumpy
I have heard that it may be possible to get aresidnecy visa for Laos. I am interested in finding out more about this as I am married, living in Vientiane and will eventually settle there fulltime. Anyone have any info on this !!!
Robert, they do exist. I have two coworkers that have them and my brother in law from China has one. The permanent residentcy is tied to family needs and/or business self-owned and operated. Most here are talking about work and the residentcy visa ... Read More
Looking for work in Laos by joebbowers
I'm a 30 year old American man with 7 years of experience teaching English in China. I feel I've learned enough about China that it's time to move on, and I've set my sites on Laos. I will be arriving in Laos in a few days to begin looking for ...
If anyone is interested I need teachers at my school in Vientiane. Grade 4 immediately as of Sept 3 and still open. Possible other openings coming also. Message me here. Read More
Residency visa Laos by stumpy
I have heard that it may be possible to get aresidnecy visa for Laos. I am interested in finding out more about this as I am married, living in Vientiane and will eventually settle there fulltime. Anyone have any info on this !!!
Forgive my spelling errors in the above post. It is 3am. Read More
Residency visa Laos by stumpy
I have heard that it may be possible to get aresidnecy visa for Laos. I am interested in finding out more about this as I am married, living in Vientiane and will eventually settle there fulltime. Anyone have any info on this !!!
The house registration basically shows ownership if my wife died and ties me to the support of my children (all adopted Lao). The residentcy give me all the rights of a Lao except voting rights which are not an issue anyway due to my spouse being ... Read More
Residency visa Laos by stumpy
I have heard that it may be possible to get aresidnecy visa for Laos. I am interested in finding out more about this as I am married, living in Vientiane and will eventually settle there fulltime. Anyone have any info on this !!!
My friend and coworker was quoted 5k for residentcy in Vientiane. But he had a friend that tried to do his work in Savannaket and got it done without going through Vientiane. He got his registration on his house for 500 dollars and residentcy for ... Read More