marceloscorner
Spanish expat in France
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Spanish, Single
Lives in Arcachon, Aquitaine
Speaks Fran莽ais, anglais, espagnol. Notions : italien, portugais et catalan.
Registration: 04 January 2015
Your Advice - Do's and Dont's in Colombia for vacation -;) ??? by kw2312
Hey - I don't live in Colombia but want to come and visit by end of this year for vacation (4-6 week) and started researching a bit...therefore, I am open for any suggestions you might have and willing to share with me what places to visit, ...
Somehow, this thread on Do's and Don'ts in Colombia has been dormant for almost seven years! In spite of Stevens' advice from 2014, there are rules. Unwritten rules. Immigration rules -- enforced. Income tax rules -- usually hard for ... Read More
Estimated cost of living in Kep?
Hello Utsato, Yes I鈥檓 the naughty boy 馃懄 ! 馃ぃ Message me your e-mail in order to send you some pics first ... 馃憤 Cheers, Marcelo Read More
Estimated cost of living in Kep?
Hello Utsato, A new small bungalow in a quiet area, near the Crab Market, could be between 200 to 250$ per month. Some german, canadian, even argentinian, as neighbors. Local restaurants are around 3$/meal. 鉁岋笍馃檪 Marcelo Read More
Costs of transfering money from EU to Cambodia
Hi Rick, I hope everything is fine around our houses in Kep. You paid expensive bank to bank transfer fees because you didn't use TransferWise or any other "transfer" on-line system. Not Wester Union that is probably more expensive ... Read More
ANY EXPAT WHO STARTED A BUSINESS IN CAMBODIA? by Micarpe
Hi! I'm Michael and I've been living in Cambodia for a year now This country inspired me to eventually settle and create a small company [color=#0522F9]I would be very happy to exchange any experience and meet new people who did it ...
Hi CRS Nomad, The post you mention is dated on May 2012 ! 馃檮馃槦 Check with your nearest 鈥淥ne Window鈥� office for what they actually ask. There is not more necessary to go from one Department to another. Also depends if you ... Read More
Visa extention by Myriam H
Hi everyone, My hubby and I got a VOA at the airport in PP on 12/08, valid for 1 month. We want to extend our stay for minimum 6 months, possibly 1 year. I researched the various possibilities, being both over 60, the retirement visa seems the best ...
Specialy in English ! Unfortunately we have not the 鈥淔rench Joe鈥� in our french speaking forum ... 馃槍 All the best in SR and a happy end of the year to everybody. Cheers, Marcelo Read More
Sending money from Uk bank account to Cambodian bank account. by Dutch2000
Hi I will be relocating in PP from the Uk very soon and will be opening a bank account once I鈥檓 settled there. What companies do you guys from the Uk use to transfer your sterling into dollar and send to your Cambodian account easily and ...
Hello, I鈥檓 also using TransferWise. The cheapest for me. Marcelo Read More
Cost of living in Keeping
Hi Vajrabeak48, I'm living in Kep 6 month a year for the moment. What do you specifically look for ? Cheers, Marcelo Read More
Actual rules for Self-employed by Rick N.
Hi everybody, does anybody have knowledge about actual valid rules for tax registration? Is there just one kind of taxes for self-employed/freelancers without an office or store? No kind of income tax, only the VAT tax? I麓m here as a teacher ...
Hi Franck, PM already sent ! Cheers, Marcelo Read More
Actual rules for Self-employed by Rick N.
Hi everybody, does anybody have knowledge about actual valid rules for tax registration? Is there just one kind of taxes for self-employed/freelancers without an office or store? No kind of income tax, only the VAT tax? I麓m here as a teacher ...
Hi Rick, Your say that you are a freelance teacher and little retailer, right ? You live around Kep all the year, right ? Ask to a serious Agent, like Any Tours Kep, about what documents you will need to ask for 鈥渂usiness鈥� annual ... Read More
Actual rules for Self-employed by Rick N.
Hi everybody, does anybody have knowledge about actual valid rules for tax registration? Is there just one kind of taxes for self-employed/freelancers without an office or store? No kind of income tax, only the VAT tax? I麓m here as a teacher ...
Hi Rick, My last March experience in Kep was : 1) Register a name business/activity, in my own name, no company, at the Department of Commerce in order to obtain a 鈥淟icence鈥� (7$/year). 2) Regulations says that we have 15 days, from ... Read More
General Cambodia Everyday Life Questions by SCSM2650
Hello, I'm hoping I can get some assistance from those of you who are currently living in Cambodia. I'm considering moving there (I was looking at Sihanoukville, but I've gotten mixed reviews so I'm certainly open to elsewhere), and ...
Hello, Take a Google look around Kep or Kampot ... ;-) I get my medicines in any of theses. New fiber optic internet line installed in my house in Kep in just one week. Cheers, Marcelo Read More
Cambodia here we come. by Michael Graham
Hi everyone, My wife and I have been living in rural NSW (Coonamble) for the past 13 years, running a country newspaper and generally getting tired of country town politics and rugby league; we鈥檙e actually from Adelaide. We want to move to ...
Hi Michael, I can probably help you a little in Kep. Arrived last 1st. November for 6 month a year. Flying back to Europe on the next 25th. of this month. PM you my phone number and mail address. Keep in touch ! Cheers, Marcelo Read More
Helloooooooo!
Helloooooooooo, Nice project ! WELCOME ! Marcelo Read More
WORK PERMITS
Hi Joe, Michael says that he, and his friend, are involved in creating or already doing business. There is not employer involved there ! Licence, Patent and probably Work Permit to obtain the EB EOS. I鈥檓 just registered in business (boat ... Read More
Visa run by Aussiedave
Hi all, just signed up and the visas have changed since I was last here. I've been informed that Europeans wishing to get a business visa may be asked in depth at immigration ports about their activities. Strikes a bit of fear in me as I'm a ...
Cambodia ! 馃憤 Love this country, not far from my origin one ! 馃槈 Cheers Read More
Visa run by Aussiedave
Hi all, just signed up and the visas have changed since I was last here. I've been informed that Europeans wishing to get a business visa may be asked in depth at immigration ports about their activities. Strikes a bit of fear in me as I'm a ...
Ouppsss ! :( Thank you Joe ! Marcelo Read More
Visa run by Aussiedave
Hi all, just signed up and the visas have changed since I was last here. I've been informed that Europeans wishing to get a business visa may be asked in depth at immigration ports about their activities. Strikes a bit of fear in me as I'm a ...
Sorry Joe, but you are wrong ! Before to obtain the annual EB EOS, they offered me a 3 month EB with NO any document, just a pic and the fee. Probably all depends of agents contacts in PP. In any case my own recent experience proves that is ... Read More
Visa run by Aussiedave
Hi all, just signed up and the visas have changed since I was last here. I've been informed that Europeans wishing to get a business visa may be asked in depth at immigration ports about their activities. Strikes a bit of fear in me as I'm a ...
Rick, Beacause you say that you enter with a general 鈥淓鈥� visa, you do not need to exit the country for an extension (EOS). If you are not 鈥渙fficially鈥� in business, an agent can probably obtain you a maximum of 3 month EG, ... Read More
Visa run by Aussiedave
Hi all, just signed up and the visas have changed since I was last here. I've been informed that Europeans wishing to get a business visa may be asked in depth at immigration ports about their activities. Strikes a bit of fear in me as I'm a ...
Hi Rick, Just go to ANNY Travel, or any other agent here in Kep, not faraway from you, and ask for the EOS. If you are a self employed in Cambodia with Licence (registered on the Department of Commerce) and Patent (registered with the Taxation ... Read More
New members of the Cambodia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Cambodia forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you聽;) 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 ...
Hello Geoff, Nice to see you around this forum. Why not to open a new topic about 鈥渁luminium boat construction鈥� or 鈥渞elocating an aluminum boat construction business鈥� ? Cheers, Marcelo PS : I鈥檓 personally involved ... Read More
Negativism, where is Cambodia going? by james1963
Dear members, I read all 3 mayor forums for expats in Cambodia and on the other 2 forums I feel so much negativism :( about developments in Cambodia, so I would like to read your opinion. Many (or at least some expats) seem to feel that the ...
Hello, What about a new topic 芦 positivism 禄 ? I cannot understand a 芦 negativism 禄 one in Cambodia ! ;-) Cheers Marcelo Read More
I want to live and retire in Cambodia by oldsarge
HELP!! I want to live and retire in Cambodia. But I have researched the visa process on line, and read some blogs. I have read different explanations. I have read the instructions on the Cambodia government site, and a professional travel ...
Hi Joe, Same as I鈥檓 actually doing, applied for annual visa just the day after the 30 days one. Passeport back with one year EB in only five days (Licence and Tax inscriptions were ready on my side). Cheers, Marcelo Read More
I want to live and retire in Cambodia by oldsarge
HELP!! I want to live and retire in Cambodia. But I have researched the visa process on line, and read some blogs. I have read different explanations. I have read the instructions on the Cambodia government site, and a professional travel ...
Hi, Also ask for the ER EOS a day after and not two weeks before as Andrew says ! The law says that we can apply 35 days before the expire date. So, do that ASAP ! Cheers, Marcelo Read More
Kep, Looking for a long term lodging by Rick N.
Hey guys, is here anybody in Kep and would be able to help? A nicer Introduction of myself and more details would follow, of course .... 鈽� Cu, Rick
Hello Rick, I know a place, here in Kep, that can probably meet your needs ... :-) For any details PM me ! When are you coming to visit the area ? I鈥檓 going back to France beginning May. Again in Kep beginning November this ... Read More
Kep, Looking for a long term lodging by Rick N.
Hey guys, is here anybody in Kep and would be able to help? A nicer Introduction of myself and more details would follow, of course .... 鈽� Cu, Rick
Hi Rick, There are some of us, living actually in Kep, that can probably help. Waiting for the 芦 nicer introduction of yourself 禄, as you says, and more details about what are you looking for. Cheers, Marcelo Read More
A cheap room in Phnom Penh by Alex Portman
Hey guys. Could tell me please where can I get a room for around 50-100$ per month? I can't afford something expensive. Thanks a lot.
Hi, Probably all depends of where you try to obtain the document. My recent own experienceere in Kep : central police station, immigration office, 15$, two pictures, copy of legal rent contract, obviously passport with EB or ER ... Read More
New taxi app for Cambodia - I tested it in Phnom Penh by JoeKhmer
The new taxi app is called PassApp, you can download it on your phone and make a profile. When you need it, you open the app, it determines where you are, you can adjust that but it's quite accurate. Then you choose transport: car, rickshaw or ...
Hi Joe, Is this App a Google one ? No one on the Apple Store :( Cheers Marcelo Read More
Sodium Hydroxide (lye) for soap making by momo872
I just become an member. Could you tell me where I can buy Sodium Hydroxide (lye) for soap making in Cambodia? I would like to make own soap in Cambodia since I have sensitive skin. Thanks Momo
Hello Ricardo, Never found in Cambodia but probably exist. Easy to find in Trat, Thailand, in the fishing and boat repair shops around the central old market. 1,50$/kg. Cheers, Marcelo Read More
Exit flights
Hello Michelle, Also the mentioned 6 month is a 鈥渕ultiple entries鈥� EOS (extension of visa). Obviously the 12 month for retired or employees/business owners is a 鈥渕ultiple entries鈥� too. Not the 1 or 3 month EOS. Hope this ... Read More
International school for expat children by Dan08
Good day, I'm planning to get my children (8 and 5 years old )this year by May so I'm considering to continue their education here in the country. But I don't have any good information about International school so if anyone can suggest ...
Good morning, So sorry I cannot help you, I鈥檓 living in Kep. All the best for your search Marcelo Read More
health insurance in cambodia by jeannieb
Hi Is there any form of health insurance available in siem reap many thanks jeannie b
Thank you very much James ! Read More
health insurance in cambodia by jeannieb
Hi Is there any form of health insurance available in siem reap many thanks jeannie b
Hi James, Can you please tell us which one is the german one ? Thank you, Marcelo Read More
International school for expat children by Dan08
Good day, I'm planning to get my children (8 and 5 years old )this year by May so I'm considering to continue their education here in the country. But I don't have any good information about International school so if anyone can suggest ...
Good afternoon, Can you pelease iindicate the city you are looking for Christian school. Rgds Read More
how to make money in Cambodia by buckshot
I am moving to Cambodia in late October. i am trying to come up with ideas. for business or way to make money in cambodia. any ideas. I am open to living anywhere in cambodia. buckshot
Hi, Checked this morning the coffee price at the Kep market. Prices for locals are : - Vietnamese : 4$/kg. - Cambodian : 5$/kg. Probably not roasted as we prefer. Cheers, Marcelo Read More
how to make money in Cambodia by buckshot
I am moving to Cambodia in late October. i am trying to come up with ideas. for business or way to make money in cambodia. any ideas. I am open to living anywhere in cambodia. buckshot
I can also add that around Kep and Kampot the local shops sells a 鈥渃af茅 frapp茅鈥� at 1000 Riels (0,25$). I take some many per day. That鈥檚 the coffee Cambodians look for, are drinking now all the day. The others ones are ... Read More
how to make money in Cambodia by buckshot
I am moving to Cambodia in late October. i am trying to come up with ideas. for business or way to make money in cambodia. any ideas. I am open to living anywhere in cambodia. buckshot
Even at the Kampot market they ask a "barang" price of 16$/kg for the Vietnamese one ... :-( Tested in PP the cambodian roaster "Winnis", with the perfect packing. Really excellent, like the italian Illy. Cheers Read More
how to make money in Cambodia by buckshot
I am moving to Cambodia in late October. i am trying to come up with ideas. for business or way to make money in cambodia. any ideas. I am open to living anywhere in cambodia. buckshot
Hi, Just to inform you that around Kampot and Kep the roasted coffee I found come from Vietnam and not from Thailand. The Cambodian one is also in the market at about 30% more expensive than the Vietnamese. Cheers Marcelo Read More
Costs of flights to surrounding countries
Hi Missjodi, I do not think that is a question of 鈥渇rom inside or from outside鈥� any country. There is probably a question to check directly with the Asian low-cost likes Air Asia and the many others. Google 鈥渓ow cost ... Read More
ATMS: Are there any fee-free ATMs in Sihanoukville?
Hi, The Jaitch post date is December 2015 ! (: Read More
Salary & cost of living .... by Vinayak Topgi
Dear Indians, Greetings of the day. This is Vinayak Topgi, from Pune, Maharashtra, India. I have a job opportunity, as a Deputy General Manager (Mineral / Ore Dressing), in a mining industry, at Phnum Syarung. To submit the duly filled in ...
Hello, As already said for pretty sure 200 $ is a monthly salary. Cheers Read More
Opening a bank account by sandy_asia
HI, Can we open bank account online in one of the bank in cambodia? Thanks, Sandy
The Acleda Bank in Kep asks me for a Certificate of R茅sidence (Immigration do that) and Passport. CheersDo you think they鈥檇 accept some form of letter from a hotel if I have a long booking with them? ThanksSorry, I have not idea ! The ... Read More
Opening a bank account by sandy_asia
HI, Can we open bank account online in one of the bank in cambodia? Thanks, Sandy
The Acleda Bank in Kep asks me for a Certificate of R茅sidence (Immigration do that) and Passport. Cheers Read More
Cambodian Visa's - Essential Information by rarky
[b][u]Types of Visa[/u][/b] VOA applicants must submit passport, application forms, a recent passport photo, and other documents as determined by the status of stay. (Note: All prices are quoted in US Dollars) [b]1 - T-Type (Tourist) - ...
In my case I鈥檓 renting a house. Have asked the official contract to the owner. That was enough. Read More
Cambodian Visa's - Essential Information by rarky
[b][u]Types of Visa[/u][/b] VOA applicants must submit passport, application forms, a recent passport photo, and other documents as determined by the status of stay. (Note: All prices are quoted in US Dollars) [b]1 - T-Type (Tourist) - ...
Agents ask for many things sometimes, and most of the time it's useless. If one starts their own company such docs could be useful, but freelancers are treated differently, as they work from home. The cases that have been forwarded and accepted ... Read More
Cambodian Visa's - Essential Information by rarky
[b][u]Types of Visa[/u][/b] VOA applicants must submit passport, application forms, a recent passport photo, and other documents as determined by the status of stay. (Note: All prices are quoted in US Dollars) [b]1 - T-Type (Tourist) - ...
HI Actually, a well known agent in Kep asks for the Licence, Tax registration and 1 pic for the 12 month EB extension. Cheers Read More
Visa run by Aussiedave
Hi all, just signed up and the visas have changed since I was last here. I've been informed that Europeans wishing to get a business visa may be asked in depth at immigration ports about their activities. Strikes a bit of fear in me as I'm a ...
Hi, I鈥檓 just arrived two month ago. They do not ask me any question on arrival E visa for the 30 first days. Just to pay the 35 dollars and one pic. Cheers Read More
Interesting customs and traditions in Cambodia
Hello, I MUST ! Otherwise I go back to my country or move on the middle of an isolated land ! The best ... Read More
Vloggers Unite! by patricksully
Hi fellow expat community, I got a great idea for vloggers who live and or visiting Cambodia. I think we should all meet up and network with each other here in Cambodia. I am a daily vlogger living in cambodia full time and always excited to meet ...
Hi Patrick, Nice idea ! I'm just learning about the way to become a vlogger. Arriving in Kep ending October till April 2018. Kep in touch ! Cheers, Marcelo Read More
How long does it take to get a Cambodian drivers licence? by StarvinMarvin
Hi I was wondering how long does it take to get a Cambodian drivers licence throug an agent in Sihanoukville?? Thx Henry :)
Hi Chamcat , Have you the PP driver licence agency name/address and the cost ? Thank you, Marcelo Read More
Cambodian Visa's - Essential Information by rarky
[b][u]Types of Visa[/u][/b] VOA applicants must submit passport, application forms, a recent passport photo, and other documents as determined by the status of stay. (Note: All prices are quoted in US Dollars) [b]1 - T-Type (Tourist) - ...
Hi Jeffgeo, Can you please inform us where to pay $7 for the 3, 6 or 12 month renewal ? Any tourist agent or other ? Thank you ! Marcelo Read More
How long does it take to get a Cambodian drivers licence? by StarvinMarvin
Hi I was wondering how long does it take to get a Cambodian drivers licence throug an agent in Sihanoukville?? Thx Henry :)
Hi, Not yet in Cambodia but from different blogs I understand that we need an international license that complete you national (in the case of French licence). On the otherwise I understand, as Chamcat also says, that from the last year we do not ... Read More