@Wild_1
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Lives in Can Tho
Speaks English, Vietnamese, and a little Spanish
Registration: 21 July 2011
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Rach Gia move? by keithwbentley
Hi All. I live in Baltimore and work for a guy from Rach Gia. He has, over the past ten years, been telling me I would LOVE living there. I've not been to Vietnam and from the research I have done, was leaning towards the north. Saying that ...
Keith, All that the guys said are correct. Business in Vietnam is not for the light of heart. You are not welcome here. Without the help of trust worthy and influential Vietnamese here, you are doomed, even before you start. So, don’t rush ... Read More
Return to Vietnam by mmetca
I moved to Vietnam last December. I was living on Phu Qouc until I broke ankle, foot and had to fly back to the States for surgery. How can I return?
Now is not a good time to come back here. One of my friends flew back last month, the quarantine cost him $7,000. Then, you will have to deal with the visa thing, which is no fun at the moment. My suggestion to you is to keep your ears to the ... Read More
Overseas Vietnamese (Người Việt Hải Ngoại) returning to Vietnam by tyel
Hi there, I am Tyel. I was born in Vietnam but live in Germany almost my whole life. I have been traveling to Vietnam in the past for a couple of weeks, but I wanna go back to Vietnam and stay there for up to 6 months once the pandemic is over and ...
Tyel, Welcome to the forum. I grew up in California. I even went to war (Desert Storm) for the USA. But, I have been here, on and off, since 2009. It’s all possible, if you really want it. I started a group similar to the one you ... Read More
Buying a motorbike in Vietnam by Jphasia
Hello, I just arrived here in Vietnam, a month ago (after quarantine) for work. I already got a 2 years work permit and will get a TRC in the coming days. I rented a motorbike here (I am based in Saigon) but i am considering to buy a new motorbike ...
Another point about the NN plate is it also contain the 3 digit country code, like 296 for US citizens... Personally, I don’t want to carry such a target sight on my back. Things are quite crazy out there on the Vietnamese road already. So, ... Read More
Cost of cars in Vietnam by vic50
Does anyone here know the cost of a new car in Vietnam. Looking at a 4 door medium sized sedan. What models are available??? What are the costs to run a car and cost of petrol. Registration, government taxes etc Is it best to buy new or second ...
They have almost all the cars here. The ones assembled in Vietnam costs substantially less than those imported, except for those assembled in other ASEAN countries. An imported car costs 3 times the amount it would costs in the US: a $10,000 car ... Read More
Buying a motorbike in Vietnam by Jphasia
Hello, I just arrived here in Vietnam, a month ago (after quarantine) for work. I already got a 2 years work permit and will get a TRC in the coming days. I rented a motorbike here (I am based in Saigon) but i am considering to buy a new motorbike ...
If you have your TRC and a valid Vietnamese driver license, go to one of the bigger dealers in Saigon, and they can help you with getting a bike under your name. It will have NN on the plate, and it will cost a little more. Then, when you want to ... Read More
Clothing, General life essential ! by reza.ghnvt
Hi beautiful people. we will be moving to Hanoi this summer. We are coming from the UK and never have been to VND. so, I need your opinion on this one! Do you think we should do all our clothes shopping prior to arrival or we get some ...
If you are picky, then I suggest you bring the clothes that you like. Your chance of finding what you like in Vietnam will be slim, for the taste and fit here are very different and the fabric quality is poor. If you’re fortunate enough to ... Read More
Looking to meet people in Can Tho City by edemits
Hello everyone! I'm looking for some people to have a chat, go for a drink or a walk... in Can Tho City. I will be moving there next week and don't know anybody in the city yet. I am a student from Belgium (23 y/o) and I'm coming to ...
:proud How have you been, Colinoscapee? Vietnam is treating you well? I’d much rather not! I have far better things to do with my time. Don’t hesitate to drop me a line, when you venture into this area. Read More
Looking to meet people in Can Tho City by edemits
Hello everyone! I'm looking for some people to have a chat, go for a drink or a walk... in Can Tho City. I will be moving there next week and don't know anybody in the city yet. I am a student from Belgium (23 y/o) and I'm coming to ...
You will be fine in Can Tho, Eva! There are some pretty cool people who live and work in this neck of the woods. Yes,, I wish I can say the same for a few of the characters on here. But I really can’t! They are all in a class by ... Read More
Dual citizenship in Vietnam for a Viet Kieu? by sofimofi
Hello all, My parents were born and raised here but moved to Canada in the 70s. I was born in Canada. Is there any way I can apply for a dual citizenship in Vietnam? I have been living here for about 1.5 months and intend on living here for the ...
Cynthia, First and foremost, until you are granted Vietnamese citizenship, your son is an American for all that the Vietnamese care. Now, once you are granted Vietnamese citizenship, the way things stand, there's a process that you must go ... Read More
Is there anyone lives in Qui Nhon now? by Hailyphan
I attempted to search for the expat community in Qui Nhon but the result so far is not really like what I've expected. Seems like there ain't many ppl are actually interested in spending time in this town. Im going to stay in here for a ...
Hailyphan, If you are down for a cup of coffee or a few beers, send me your contact number. I will be going through Quy Nhon shortly, stopping to hang out with a dear friend, who had gone there to start a furniture manufacturing company. Maybe I ... Read More
Catholic Church in Can Tho? by mal
Is there a Catholic church in Can Tho where we can attend Christmas mass?
Don't mention it, guys. I'm just passing on what cool expats had passed on to me. As for the missing replies, you might want to check the replies counter, Christine. I saw 21 Replies twice, before I posted mine. Then, it went to 1. Read More
10 Types of expats living in Vietnam by paultruthy
I was going through this information about the 10 types of expats in Vietnam, i feel most of what is written here is half truth, i might not totally agree with the writer, what's your view? 10 Types Of Expats In ...
The link is not working very good, I can't seem to get it to work. But 10, to me, is too broad, it encompasses everything and everyone within any community. If the author has any real knowledge, he/she would have narrowed it down to 3-4. ... Read More
Dual Citizenship for Vietnam by jtran15
Hi, I am a U.S. Citizen looking to obtain a dual citizenship from Vietnam. My mother is born and raised in Saigon, Vietnam. I was invited to play for the national team, but in order to do that I must obtain a dual citizenship with Vietnam. ...
Put that in "the right hands", and it will be more than enough. But, if you put it in the wrong hands, and it will go nowhere... As I had alluded to you, earlier in my PMs, the management at the team that wants you to come here, if they ... Read More
Catholic Church in Can Tho? by mal
Is there a Catholic church in Can Tho where we can attend Christmas mass?
What happened to the relies on this thread??? I read there was 22 replies here, but I saw nothing. Did the mods delete them, again, or what? Can someone please shine some lights onto this??? As for the OP, the biggest Catholic Church in Can Tho ... Read More