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vikingjeger
Canadian expat in Vietnam
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Da Lat, Lâm ?ong
Registration: 02 July 2014
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"A Great Country for Old Men"? by OceanBeach92107
What do you think? Vietnam remains a great country for old men - VN Express
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Lived over 6 years in the Visayas region of PHL. The country at that time was fighting terrorists, drug dealers, killings and everything in between. Rented land, build a native beach house in Santander, south Cebu Island, and enjoyed the sea and ... Read More
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"A Great Country for Old Men"? by OceanBeach92107
What do you think? Vietnam remains a great country for old men - VN Express
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Vietnam is a great country for any man. Key factor is to immerse oneself in the local culture, zero need to embrace any expat. Lived here for years, over 20 years in other Asian countries..Single Canadian retired and enjoying my life. Read More
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New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam 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 ...
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Welcome to Hanoi. I am Canadian, live in Tay Ho District, near the lake..Just moved here after 2 years in Hai Phong.. Reidar Read More
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Banking Regulations for Foreigners Opening New Accounts by OceanBeach92107
Timo banking is not a government authority, however, they have done a good job of quoting and explaining new regulations regarding foreigners (from any country) opening new bank accounts in ...
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Read ..and understand ... https://english.thesaigontimes.vn/69521/vietnam-loosens-bank-savings-rules-for-foreigners.html Spreading misunderstanding, never a good thing.. RO Read More
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Banking Regulations for Foreigners Opening New Accounts by OceanBeach92107
Timo banking is not a government authority, however, they have done a good job of quoting and explaining new regulations regarding foreigners (from any country) opening new bank accounts in ...
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Talked to my bank yesterday, They never heard about any new regulations. RO Read More
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Banking Regulations for Foreigners Opening New Accounts by OceanBeach92107
Timo banking is not a government authority, however, they have done a good job of quoting and explaining new regulations regarding foreigners (from any country) opening new bank accounts in ...
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As a Canadian I opened two savings accounts in Vietcom Bank, around September 2018 using my passport and a 3 month DN visa. No problems ..No issues.. RO Read More
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New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam 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 ...
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I am a retired Canadian, lived in Asia over 20 years..Contact me if you like..I live in Tay Ho District.. Read More
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Banking Regulations for Foreigners Opening New Accounts by OceanBeach92107
Timo banking is not a government authority, however, they have done a good job of quoting and explaining new regulations regarding foreigners (from any country) opening new bank accounts in ...
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Lots of incorrect information here..Firstly 12 month visa not required and the process is simple and quick. In addition notify your own financial institutions on the banking information in Any VN bank you open an account with..rest is automatic.. Read More
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New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam 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 ...
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Drink some more .. Read More
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New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam 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 ...
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I am Reidar, Canadian and retired Industrial Engineer, currently living in Hai Phong, but getting itchy feet again and shall do some onsite investigation to determine if Vung Tao may be a good place to live, for a while. Hai Phong is a nice place ... Read More
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Visa for long term stay by Neil Farrington
Hey expat team: Neil here from New Zealand, apologies on making enquiries on well covered ground again .. but. Visas Intention is to move/retire to Vietnam, with the likelyhood being 9 months in Vietnam and three months back here. Ongoing. Finding ...
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Visa extensions are available. Just did a 3 month extension on a DN, Business visa, Canadian Passport, cost USD 200. 1 Year multi entry visa is available, prices ranges from USD250, Hanoi travel agent to $4-500, depending on the size of the visa ... Read More
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Tourist Visa for Apartment rental..? by vikingjeger
Hearing from few sources that I can rent an apartment by just having a 3 month Tourist visa, is this correct..? Or do I need a business, DN visa..? Will be staying in Hanoi..if that makes a difference..
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Ciambella Thank you for your comment, truly appreciate it.. Reidar Read More
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Tourist Visa for Apartment rental..?
Hearing from few sources that I can rent an apartment by just having a 3 month Tourist visa, is this correct..? Or do I need a business, DN visa..? Will be staying in Hanoi..if that makes a difference.. Read More
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Apartment in Hai Phong
Single Canadian man is looking for a furnished apartment that include one bedroom, kitchen and balcony, within the central area of Hai Phong. Maximum budget will be in the range of $350 - $400 a month. Prepared to sign a 6 month contract, move in ... Read More
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ATM withdrawal amount by vikingjeger
For those that are interested in larger then an average 2 million withdrawal amount, try MB Bank at 26 Phan Dinh Phung street. Was able to withdraw 5 million
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None yet..still looking..some are either too far away ..or very expensive..will check if there are any other contact numbers..try to search Thuy trang on fb..i have never met her..keep on trying the number..maybe on Monday Read More