@Barber368
Canadian expat in Vietnam
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Speaks English
Registration: 18 December 2012
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Declaring currency when entering Vietnam....
I am wondering if anyone would know the forms or legalities to bringing in currency to Vietnam. I am looking to come to Vietnam and help my family buy property. I would send the money via transfer and wires but the cost is ridiculous. I am going to ... Read More
Volunteering by menollychan
Hi I just moved to HCMC and will be here for at least 2 months. I would like to volunteer during this time, preferably working with children. I've had 3 years experience teaching English in Japan and I just want to give something back now. If ...
I am currently volunteering in an organization that have contacts with many contact with orphanages all around the city. If you guys still interested in volunteering, you can contact me. Send me an email. tanguyen0204@yahoo.comI will be coming to ... Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
Remember anything you send will be taxed. In order to receive the package she will have to pay that tax. I am sure there is a way you can pay it when sending maybe....not sure how it works. I lived in HCMC and my family sent me gifts for Christmas. ... Read More
Is there anyone to play golf togther? by sunnysidesaigon
Hello everyone~ I am Charlie from Seoul and a newbie here in PMH,HCM. Looking for buddies to play golf together. My handy is quite bad nearly 100~! Let's make a good friendship and have fun together... Pls text me 0934917580 if you like..
If you are interested in playing there is a couple groups that play one is called SLAGS and the other is BAR WARS social event Now BARWARS is alot of fun and its played once a month, and they change courses every month, contact person below if ... Read More
Volunteering opportunities in Siem Reap by High Q Cambodia (NGO)
High Q Cambodia (NGO) is seeking for enthusiastic high motivated volunteers, for our school in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Our goal and expertise is to teach people from third world countries in south-east Asia, the English language in order to ...
Hello, Can you give me a little more information with regards " paid and housed" ... How many people are living in these residences? When does the 6 month terms start and are there longer terms than 6 months? I am looking at coming to Vietnam and ... Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
Tran Hung Dao reminded me of one nice gift that I think can resemble Canada. Send her those glass christmas ornaments. You know the ones where you turn upside down and the snow falls down. That way she will always remember you when she plays with ... Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
Thank you Tran Hung Dao, I like what youbare saying, there are lots of little things from Canada that I have been considering sending. Again, thanks for the input.So send an assortment of Canadian things in a box. Like a Toronto Maple Leaf hockey ... Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
I take it you are wooing this girl? I am late to the discussion but for starters, nix the perfume. Vietnamese girls don't wear perfume. I've been by the "mall" and never seen any customers at the perfume shop. When they do use it, they splash ... Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
I surprised my fiance on her birthday with a big bear about her size, roses and cash all in one for her birthday. Had her cousin go purchase it and paid him a nice sum. My fiance was so happy. It turned out it was her first time receiving a birthday ... Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
how about handbag?scarf?sweeter? just choose a nice one for her.girl love bag or something convenienceThank you. I will look for something girlie.....lol Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
I'm a girl, and I don't like to receive cash on my birthday :D I think you should buy a lovely small gift with some her favorite flowers. She must be happy and surprised.I agree, if it was for my niece I would send her money, but this is a friend. ... Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
For me here in Australia to send someone perfume these days, I'd have to find shop (online) that posts to VN and pay them ship it.I see, I called a place here in Toronto that sends money and packages to Vietnam and they said no perfume.....lol Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
Yeah, I was hoping to send something more personal than just money...but thats will be the last resort.....lol Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
Ok thanks, So perfume is also a prohibited item from Canada as well.... Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam....
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ... Read More