bmpham
American expat in Vietnam
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American
Speaks English, beginner Vietnamese, beginner Spanish
Registration: 01 July 2018
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Looking for a place/people to play basketball in Ho Chi minh by Blas Martinez
Hi, my name is Blas, I am living in Ho Chi Minh city and am looking for places and people to play basketball, either informally or in amateur competitions. Any recommendations would be very welcome! =)
Hi, thanks for your reply! I know the place. Would it be ok to join you guys? What time do you play?sorry for just now getting back to you, there's usually a wait list to play tbh....add me as a contact and send me your FB Read More
Looking for a place/people to play basketball in Ho Chi minh by Blas Martinez
Hi, my name is Blas, I am living in Ho Chi Minh city and am looking for places and people to play basketball, either informally or in amateur competitions. Any recommendations would be very welcome! =)
there's a group of us that play every wednesday at SSA Stadium Read More
Tips on Shipping a Used Laptop from US to Vietnam? Fedex / UPS / DHL? by bmpham
My parents are trying to ship me a used laptop from the US to me here in Ho Chi Minh. I'm reading mixed reviews about how to go about doing this. Many are saying flat out to not do it as it's too risky. Others are saying to use UPS, but ...
Which laptop, if I may ask? it could be sent without a hard drive. I only ever used the USPS.dell xps 13 Read More
Tips on Shipping a Used Laptop from US to Vietnam? Fedex / UPS / DHL? by bmpham
My parents are trying to ship me a used laptop from the US to me here in Ho Chi Minh. I'm reading mixed reviews about how to go about doing this. Many are saying flat out to not do it as it's too risky. Others are saying to use UPS, but ...
***update Using FedEx, received the laptop just fine! I had to talk to FedEx customer service to confirm a document (pretty much confirming the contents) Extra notes - my dad labeled it as "parts for repair" Not sure if that made a ... Read More
1 year visa / multi-entry - Must travel in/out every 90 days? by bmpham
I have a 1 year, multi entry Visa that I purchased through a 3rd party. I moved to Vietnam back in January 5th. I made a trip to KL around 3/16. Made another trip to Bangkok around 6/16. However, I recalled on my first trip, one of the ...
**Update I went to immigration office today and they pretty much told me I have 2 options: 1.) apply for new visa 2.) go through a travel agency to see if they can give me a stamp extension Gonna see if I can use the same agency that granted me my ... Read More
1 year visa / multi-entry - Must travel in/out every 90 days? by bmpham
I have a 1 year, multi entry Visa that I purchased through a 3rd party. I moved to Vietnam back in January 5th. I made a trip to KL around 3/16. Made another trip to Bangkok around 6/16. However, I recalled on my first trip, one of the ...
@Senwl I've been posting that for years here. All you need is a Mẫu (Form) N14/M filled out and have the required signatures on the bottom of the form. Present it to Immigration with 210,000VND and get your extension. No need for a visa ... Read More
1 year visa / multi-entry - Must travel in/out every 90 days? by bmpham
I have a 1 year, multi entry Visa that I purchased through a 3rd party. I moved to Vietnam back in January 5th. I made a trip to KL around 3/16. Made another trip to Bangkok around 6/16. However, I recalled on my first trip, one of the ...
So my question is: I have a trip coming up to Singapore on 9/26. Which puts me 10 days after the 90 day window. Would you recommend me taking another trip to be safe? Or should I be ok?I suggest, you go to the new Immigration office at ... Read More
Tips on Shipping a Used Laptop from US to Vietnam? Fedex / UPS / DHL? by bmpham
My parents are trying to ship me a used laptop from the US to me here in Ho Chi Minh. I'm reading mixed reviews about how to go about doing this. Many are saying flat out to not do it as it's too risky. Others are saying to use UPS, but ...
so parents thinking about shipping via DHL since there were some work complications with my Mom. My Dad asked if I should purchase insurance and declare value of $1k on the laptop. However, I'm not sure if insurance covers if the package is ... Read More
1 year visa / multi-entry - Must travel in/out every 90 days? by bmpham
I have a 1 year, multi entry Visa that I purchased through a 3rd party. I moved to Vietnam back in January 5th. I made a trip to KL around 3/16. Made another trip to Bangkok around 6/16. However, I recalled on my first trip, one of the ...
awesome, thanks, you've been a ton of help! Read More
1 year visa / multi-entry - Must travel in/out every 90 days? by bmpham
I have a 1 year, multi entry Visa that I purchased through a 3rd party. I moved to Vietnam back in January 5th. I made a trip to KL around 3/16. Made another trip to Bangkok around 6/16. However, I recalled on my first trip, one of the ...
You re-entered the country on June 19, so Sept 17 should be the 90th day if Immigration people count the days, or Sept 19 if they count the month. Either way, Sept 26 would make you an overstayer. I would not recommend anybody to do that. When I ... Read More
1 year visa / multi-entry - Must travel in/out every 90 days? by bmpham
I have a 1 year, multi entry Visa that I purchased through a 3rd party. I moved to Vietnam back in January 5th. I made a trip to KL around 3/16. Made another trip to Bangkok around 6/16. However, I recalled on my first trip, one of the ...
Did you exit the country on June 26, or did you reenter the country on June 26? Don't use the word "around" when it comes to Visa. The exact date is very important, and whoever told you "they aren't that strict about ... Read More
1 year visa / multi-entry - Must travel in/out every 90 days?
I have a 1 year, multi entry Visa that I purchased through a 3rd party. I moved to Vietnam back in January 5th. I made a trip to KL around 3/16. Made another trip to Bangkok around 6/16. However, I recalled on my first trip, one of the ... Read More
Tips on Shipping a Used Laptop from US to Vietnam? Fedex / UPS / DHL? by bmpham
My parents are trying to ship me a used laptop from the US to me here in Ho Chi Minh. I'm reading mixed reviews about how to go about doing this. Many are saying flat out to not do it as it's too risky. Others are saying to use UPS, but ...
Any of them is fine. Your parents must declare the value of the item (low) and state it is a gift. When the package reaches Vietnam, the carrier will contact you about custom clearance. If everything is fine, confirm with them and they will do it ... Read More
Tips on Shipping a Used Laptop from US to Vietnam? Fedex / UPS / DHL? by bmpham
My parents are trying to ship me a used laptop from the US to me here in Ho Chi Minh. I'm reading mixed reviews about how to go about doing this. Many are saying flat out to not do it as it's too risky. Others are saying to use UPS, but ...
My advice is that whenever anyone gives you specific advice, ask them if THEY have actually done it. It's not a Vietnam thing, it's a world thing. Shipping anything of value entails many different issues, the most significant is customs ... Read More
Tips on Shipping a Used Laptop from US to Vietnam? Fedex / UPS / DHL?
My parents are trying to ship me a used laptop from the US to me here in Ho Chi Minh. I'm reading mixed reviews about how to go about doing this. Many are saying flat out to not do it as it's too risky. Others are saying to use UPS, but ... Read More