@eodmatt
English expat in Vietnam
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What is a reasonable grocery bill a week for middle class family of 5? by bizdeals
2 adults, 3 kids (including 3 year old toddler that takes powder milk)?
Er, yep. I am aware that there are many recipes for using Avocado, but 20 kg? We share them with neighbours as I don't mind eating the occasional avocado, but but with the range of superb food available in Vietnam, avocados are - to me anyway - ... Read More
Vietnamese Mother in Vietnam and British Father - English baby Name? by GuestPoster221
I recently had the great fortune of becoming a dad. The mother is VN and I am British, we are married and happy. Thing is ... I want him to have an English name. My father just died and I would like to give him his name, not a VN one. I do not ...
It isn't just the UK consulate and embassy in Vn, they are the same the world over. Here in Kabul they are dire. Last year I tried to contact the military attache at the embassy (being veterans I and my oppo here wanted to attend the remembrance ... Read More
Vietnamese Mother in Vietnam and British Father - English baby Name? by GuestPoster221
I recently had the great fortune of becoming a dad. The mother is VN and I am British, we are married and happy. Thing is ... I want him to have an English name. My father just died and I would like to give him his name, not a VN one. I do not ...
Thanks Ciambella and Hi from a cold, very cold Kabul! I haven't seen my daughter since last March due to this awful Covid thing. In fact I am sure that she thinks her father is an iphone as we see each other daily on Viber. She is starting to ... Read More
What is a reasonable grocery bill a week for middle class family of 5? by bizdeals
2 adults, 3 kids (including 3 year old toddler that takes powder milk)?
I must be lucky. My Vietnamese wife doesn't send money to her family and they don't ask for any. They don't descend on us and live with us, although they are welcome to visit if they wish. Being farmers the family regularly send us ... Read More
Vietnamese Mother in Vietnam and British Father - English baby Name? by GuestPoster221
I recently had the great fortune of becoming a dad. The mother is VN and I am British, we are married and happy. Thing is ... I want him to have an English name. My father just died and I would like to give him his name, not a VN one. I do not ...
Our daughter was born ten months ago in HCMC, my wife is Vietnamese, we live in HCMC where I have a 3 year TRC. We were married in 2005. Our daughter has both English and Vietnamese names on her birth certificate. So she is named Jenny Txxx Axxx ... Read More
An unpleasant brush with the law. by GuestPoster288
Have had a disturbing incident this morning that almost got out of hand. The electricity in my apartment was cut so, being uncomfortably hot, my wife and I went out for coffee to get some air and found a relatively clean cafe. Sitting by the ...
Well yes, the reason being that we have had several break ins here over the last 12 months and security has seen nothing. Hardly surprising if they are sleeping. Anyway, a word to the security supervisor was judged better than having a word with the ... Read More
The importance of diplomatic representation when living in Vietnam by Anne-Lise Mty
Is your home country represented in Vietnam? And if it is not, do you find this is a problem? We have just posted online a piece about the importance of diplomatic representation in your host country while living abroad. Do let us know whether ...
Thanks Ciambella and a big hug for you too ! Read More
An unpleasant brush with the law. by GuestPoster288
Have had a disturbing incident this morning that almost got out of hand. The electricity in my apartment was cut so, being uncomfortably hot, my wife and I went out for coffee to get some air and found a relatively clean cafe. Sitting by the ...
If I may add a comment.... the persons who urinate in public in Vietnam are almost entirely from the lower end of the educational scale. They may very well have criminal connections. Those who have lived in Vietnam for a while will understand that ... Read More
The importance of diplomatic representation when living in Vietnam by Anne-Lise Mty
Is your home country represented in Vietnam? And if it is not, do you find this is a problem? We have just posted online a piece about the importance of diplomatic representation in your host country while living abroad. Do let us know whether ...
Being a British passport holder I can say that I have never found our embassies to be of any use in any country I have visited. Read More
Just for fun: History of Vietnam by Diksha
Hello everyone, Whether youre a history buff or not, heres a chance to learn about the history of Vietnam. Below are a few trivia questions to test whether you have the correct facts. 1. Name 3 iconic monuments/structures in Vietnam 2. What ...
Well, since I live in Saigon...... 1 .Imperial Tomb of Dong Khanh - now lets see if anyone outside of Vietnam knows where it is? People's Committee Building - ditto Duong Lam Ancient Village Hue Royal Palace Vietnam is full of history and well ... Read More
Divorcing in Vietnam by Diksha
Hello everyone, Reaching the decision to seek divorce can be hard. Filing the papers as an expat in Vietnam can be as taxing since a good grasp of legislations is needed and the process can prove to be tedious. Where and how do you apply for a ...
Hi Bazza, Hausit? Read More
Divorcing in Vietnam by Diksha
Hello everyone, Reaching the decision to seek divorce can be hard. Filing the papers as an expat in Vietnam can be as taxing since a good grasp of legislations is needed and the process can prove to be tedious. Where and how do you apply for a ...
Hi Ciambella, a hearty hello from warm and sunny Afghanistan! Read More
Divorcing in Vietnam by Diksha
Hello everyone, Reaching the decision to seek divorce can be hard. Filing the papers as an expat in Vietnam can be as taxing since a good grasp of legislations is needed and the process can prove to be tedious. Where and how do you apply for a ...
Dont get married. There is still a load of bullcrap being put about in Vietnam to the effect that it is illegal to live together with a Vietnamese if you aren't married. Hotels will still ask to see your marriage certificate and in many places ... Read More
What should I expect on arrival / Hanoi / by schleger
I have my pre-approval letter for a (1) year Business / Multiple Entry visa and was wondering what to expect when I arrive late at night in one month to Noi Bai \ Hanoi? I assume I will after de-planing and getting luggage: follow the crowd wait ...
Oh and if you ask any question which the person you are talking to cant answer, he or she may waggle their right hand at just above shoulder height, whilst making the famous rictus grin. This gesture can mean, variously: 1. I don't know. 2. I ... Read More
What should I expect on arrival / Hanoi / by schleger
I have my pre-approval letter for a (1) year Business / Multiple Entry visa and was wondering what to expect when I arrive late at night in one month to Noi Bai \ Hanoi? I assume I will after de-planing and getting luggage: follow the crowd wait ...
What could go wrong? You check in to the Majestic hotel in Saigon and at 2 AM you find water dripping from the ceiling onto your bed. You call reception and complain. They send a man to your room with the key to another room. The man gives you the ... Read More