James Liu
Active memberTaiwanese expat in Vietnam
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43 posts
About me
Taiwanese
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh
Speaks English, Mandarin.
Registration: 24 April 2023
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Cheap and Reliable Wrist Watch by Klmeermpt666
Have bought several digital watches cheap in market however the quality is not good and after a couple of months the are caput. So can anyone recommend a decent reliable watch maybe on lazada ?thanks
I once saw a business acquaintance in Saigon. After a few drinks and feeling less inhibited, I asked him what caused the huge scar on his wrist. He said that scar was where his Rolex used to be. Read More
Club Life? by Papawads
We'll be returning for 6-8 weeks in Vietnam, looking for possible (young) retirement locations. There is fantastic information on this forum! Cannot thank you all enough xxOur specific wish is what we call 'club life'. We're both super-keen on ...
As Groucho once said: I refuse to join any club that would have me as a member. Your best best is to stay at a serviced apartment with a pool and gym. Read More
Bank Transfer Scrutiny by mitsmaak
I want to transfer around $20k to my wife's Timo(viet capital) or VIB account anyone have recent experience with this? Mostly I am wandering what happens on the vietnam bank end. Is there going to be any issues or problems, explanations of the money ...
@SteinNebraskaDid you transfer USD directly to a foreign currency account at a Vietnamese bank? If yes, it is possible to withdraw USD in cash from that foreign currency account at that Vietnamese bank? Read More
Process of buying home or condo in Vietnam (Saigon) by jrharvey
I realize there are probably not a lot of experts on this subject but hoping someone out there may know a few things. Not seeing much in the search or past discussions. So the story is that me and my wife are looking to buy a house or condo. I do ...
@Kingsley Dedunewic *** Read More
New Foreign English Teachers Requirements Decision 4159/QD-BGDDT by Aidan in HCMC
Aspiring English teachers to Vietnam, take note.As of Dec6th/2023, new regulations regarding foreigner's eligibility to teach English in Vietnam.Applies to native speakers (English language) with a college degree or higher, foreigners with a college ...
"...the ministry's program targets individuals with English language proficiency but lacking suitable pedagogical skills."Therefore, foreigners who meet the language proficiency requirements and have recognized English teaching certificates are not ... Read More
Anyone living at the Nassim in Thao Dien?
My landlord is selling my rental apartment. I'm thinking of moving to Thao Dien in Q2. Long commute but I really like that area. I've looked at Nassim Thao Dien. Anyone living there or lived there or visited the apartment? What do you think of that ... Read More
HSBC ATM Conversion Bait by James Liu
Just a warning here about HSBC. I normally withdraw 10 million each time and with the demise of Citibank I regularly withdraw from HSBC ATMs. HSBC gives two conversion rates amount to choose from. They use their VND to USD own rate and it shows the ...
@secedit I'm an American so I am used to being screwed by corporations. America is the land of cheap luxuries and expensive necessities. In Vietnam, I take comfort of being screwed on a daily basis with regard to race and nationality. Read More
HSBC ATM Conversion Bait
Just a warning here about HSBC. I normally withdraw 10 million each time and with the demise of Citibank I regularly withdraw from HSBC ATMs. HSBC gives two conversion rates amount to choose from. They use their VND to USD own rate and it shows the ... Read More
Buying Condo: Finance Options
Happy New Year everyone. I'm currently renting a condo in Binh Thanh District. The owner is willing to sell it to me. I think the price is very reasonable. It's a SPA (sales and purchase) only unit. No pink book. A bit risky but a lot of good condos ... Read More
Searching for a Quiet Safe Uncrowded Bike Route Around Saigon
Has anyone found a paved bike path around Saigon? Could be within 1 hour or 90 mins by car from D1. I'm looking to ride for a few hours but prefer paved paths and no off road gravel. Looking for suggestions for a Christmas holiday ride with friends. ... Read More
Writing a will in Vietnam by Vagues
As a TRC holder, who do I need to see to write my will? A lawyer or a notary?
I am not giving legal advice but jurisdiction matters most. When you prepare a will, the first question to ask is can your executor enforce the will if your spouse lives in Vietnam and does not have permanent residency or citizenship in the country ... Read More
Bringing pit bull to Vietnam by Sararella
Hi there I’m looking for information on whether it is possible to bring my pit bull from Bali to Vietnam. Has anyone brought this breed in before without any hassle ? I haven’t read anywhere that Vietnam has breed restrictions like most ...
This is a dated reply but I absolutely advise against bring a dog to Vietnam. I have friends who brought their pets to Saigon and considered bringing my dog from Taiwan here. The shittiest place to keep a dog. Lack of walkable space. Dog theft for ... Read More
LETS HAVE A LAUGH BUT NO FILTH by goodolboy
windscreen wipers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=020InK5E99A
@Aidan in HCMCAlso Members Only jackets. Read More
LETS HAVE A LAUGH BUT NO FILTH by goodolboy
windscreen wipers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=020InK5E99A
Was cool when I was young: Waist pouch for men.Useful as anti-pickpocket bag for Ben Thanh Market on a crowded day: Waist pouch for men.Was cool when I was young: Barry Manilow. Still annoyingly cool in Vietnam: Barry Manilow. Never cool when I was ... Read More
Banks with the largest ATM Withdrawal Limits by GuestPoster2469
Can somebody please tell me which banks offer the highest ATM withdrawal amount (so I can cut down on fees)? My understanding is that the fees I will be charged if I take money out from an overseas debit card are the local bank's ATM fee, a margin ...
With my Fidelity or Schwab ATM cards, I always avoid Vietnamese bank ATMs. Limit too low. My guess is that they want you to withdraw as often as possible to eat the fee. Also, I'm not sure what their exchange rates are. Hanoi, or Saigon I always go ... Read More