Tumbleweed0
American looking for information about Vietnam
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American, In a relationship
Speaks English and Spanish
Registration: 03 March 2017
Retiring on virtually no money by SteinNebraska
I don't want to comment on any particular thread as I don't want to offend anyone and it is completely their right to do what they want in life. That said, there have been more than a few threads here lately on trying to retire on the bare ...
I accidentally deleted my tirade.... hahaha... maybe it's not meant to be be heard... Thanks to the other vets here and the other regulars ie, colinoscapee, THIGV... always invaluable info.... Read More
Retiring on virtually no money by SteinNebraska
I don't want to comment on any particular thread as I don't want to offend anyone and it is completely their right to do what they want in life. That said, there have been more than a few threads here lately on trying to retire on the bare ...
I'm happy here... I chose early in life to pursue accumulating life experiences not material wealth... Read More
Retiring on virtually no money by SteinNebraska
I don't want to comment on any particular thread as I don't want to offend anyone and it is completely their right to do what they want in life. That said, there have been more than a few threads here lately on trying to retire on the bare ...
Thank you also vndreamer for summing up the stats and reality in the US.... Read More
Understanding Vietnamese girls by GuestPoster2698
So on my first trip to Vietnam I met a girl and saw her for a few days. Being the skeptical dude that I am and knowing nothing about Vietnam, the first night that we met I didn't give her my phone number but she and her friend made plans with my ...
Hahaha.... I'm catching up.馃槑 Read More
Visa and bipolar disorder diagnosis? by Mangomountain
Hi, I'm a UK citizen hoping to move to Vietnam to work as an English teacher. I have a Cambridge CELTA tefl certificate, a first class honours degree, and three years experience of teaching English abroad. However, I have a diagnosis of bipolar ...
Hey Marie... I was wondering how you were doing. Did you manage to get things worked out? Well, obviously not if you are still looking. Dumb question... What did you find out in Saigon? Your now in Hoi an or Hue? In central Vietnam, the best place ... Read More
Border run... Phu Quoc to Cambodia by Tumbleweed0
Hey all, Has anyone made a border run to Cambodia from Phu Quoc Island via Ha Tien on Vietnam mainland? I have made the run at Moc Bai/Bavet many times but recently moved to Phu Quoc and have found little info about immigration on either side. In ...
Thanks for the info furthur, We are planning to stay in Kep for a couple of days so this is great info... Vaccination card?... hahaha...always something huh?? Thanks again, Tumbleweed Read More
Border run... Phu Quoc to Cambodia
Hey all, Has anyone made a border run to Cambodia from Phu Quoc Island via Ha Tien on Vietnam mainland? I have made the run at Moc Bai/Bavet many times but recently moved to Phu Quoc and have found little info about immigration on either side. In ... Read More
Grab verse Uber by Diazo
Having commented on an earlier thread how great I felt Grab taxi service was, I have now changed my mind. On the that thread there had been comments that Uber often would say " due to peak demand the fees will be more'. Well Grab must have ...
THIGV.... Thanks for the info... Tumbleweed0 Read More
Grab verse Uber by Diazo
Having commented on an earlier thread how great I felt Grab taxi service was, I have now changed my mind. On the that thread there had been comments that Uber often would say " due to peak demand the fees will be more'. Well Grab must have ...
To all, I had this problem last night...haha.. My friend and I returned by bus from Cambodia and requested Uber after Grab said due to high traffic time the fare would be double which would have been about 210,000vnd from Tan Binh to Binh ... Read More
cheap housing between 300-500usd by crag
where an i find cheap clean housing for around 300-500 usd
Crag... CHEAP housing starts at 100usd a month.. where do you plan to live? T Read More
Visa and bipolar disorder diagnosis? by Mangomountain
Hi, I'm a UK citizen hoping to move to Vietnam to work as an English teacher. I have a Cambridge CELTA tefl certificate, a first class honours degree, and three years experience of teaching English abroad. However, I have a diagnosis of bipolar ...
I'm glad I ran across this post. I have just reluctantly returned from Saigon 5 days ago after spending 2 months there with the intention of teaching English to supplement my income. I have Bi-polar disorder and a couple of other acronyms as ... Read More
Shipping documents: DHL ????? by Tumbleweed0
Good morning all, I have important documents to be shipped to me from the USA and want to know what is the safest, idiot proof way to achieve this. I think I read before that DHL express shipping was the way to go. I also wonder if it would be ...
Blunders, Thanks for the reply... I feel a little more confident that I will receive said documents in on piece. Best, T Read More
Shipping documents: DHL ?????
Good morning all, I have important documents to be shipped to me from the USA and want to know what is the safest, idiot proof way to achieve this. I think I read before that DHL express shipping was the way to go. I also wonder if it would be ... Read More
ADD/ADHD HCMC by Tumbleweed0
Hi everyone, I'm relocating to Saigon in less than a week and have been researching psych medication as I take a few different ones. The one I take in the US is not available in Vietnam so I have identified the alternatives: Ritalin and the ...
Hello all, Just an update on my medication situation.... I had my psychiatrist appointment with a Dr. At CMI hospital in D 1 with my proper medical records and current prescriptions. The Dr.was very good and staff were professional. The charge for ... Read More
US Social Security taxable in Vietnam? by Tumbleweed0
Hi all, If I direct deposit my SSA benefits from the USA into a bank in Vietnam are the funds taxable by the Vietnamese government? I've checked the SSA website and know obviously there is no SSA agreement with Vietnam like with many other ...
Yeah guys, In the same boat as THIGV. Not enough water to fill the trough. Hahaha..... Nice to know the options are improving though Regards, T Read More
US Social Security taxable in Vietnam? by Tumbleweed0
Hi all, If I direct deposit my SSA benefits from the USA into a bank in Vietnam are the funds taxable by the Vietnamese government? I've checked the SSA website and know obviously there is no SSA agreement with Vietnam like with many other ...
Cooler, Thanks for the info....As I'm already here, I will look into it when back in the states.,.. T Read More
1yr multiple entry visa expires
Tunnelrat69, I'm told you have to leave every 90 days. I would recommend doing it with a couple of days to spare as they tend not to know how to count. I read somewhere that a guy was thinking, ok 90 days = 3 months but it depends on the amount ... Read More
ADD/ADHD HCMC by Tumbleweed0
Hi everyone, I'm relocating to Saigon in less than a week and have been researching psych medication as I take a few different ones. The one I take in the US is not available in Vietnam so I have identified the alternatives: Ritalin and the ...
Diazo, I hear you man..... I've been in touch with Family Medical Practice in HCMC and their pharmacy quoted me a price of $480 USD for one month (30) pills of Concerta which is waaaaay out of my budget. Gareth mentioned SAPHARCO as the ... Read More
1yr multiple entry visa expires
Thanks Will, I will look into it. I'm arriving tomorrow. I knew there had to be a better way. Best, T Read More
ADD/ADHD HCMC by Tumbleweed0
Hi everyone, I'm relocating to Saigon in less than a week and have been researching psych medication as I take a few different ones. The one I take in the US is not available in Vietnam so I have identified the alternatives: Ritalin and the ...
Hi all, Something else related to this post I forgot to ask is about the HCM mental hospital in D 5 Anyone have any experience with this facility? I have read many posts referring to the regular public hospitals and see mixed reviews but nothing ... Read More
ADD/ADHD HCMC by Tumbleweed0
Hi everyone, I'm relocating to Saigon in less than a week and have been researching psych medication as I take a few different ones. The one I take in the US is not available in Vietnam so I have identified the alternatives: Ritalin and the ...
Thanks for the reply Gareth, I know the pharmacy at Family medical practice has the medication because I emailed them. They didn't give me a cost run down though even though I requested one in my email. Maybe they're hiding the fact ... Read More
US Social Security taxable in Vietnam? by Tumbleweed0
Hi all, If I direct deposit my SSA benefits from the USA into a bank in Vietnam are the funds taxable by the Vietnamese government? I've checked the SSA website and know obviously there is no SSA agreement with Vietnam like with many other ...
Adhome01, Thanks for the other option. Not a bad rate. Not sure if I want that much cash to worry about. I don't know what my home security situation will look like at this point. Thanks, T Read More
US Social Security taxable in Vietnam? by Tumbleweed0
Hi all, If I direct deposit my SSA benefits from the USA into a bank in Vietnam are the funds taxable by the Vietnamese government? I've checked the SSA website and know obviously there is no SSA agreement with Vietnam like with many other ...
THIGV, Thanks for confirming this for me.... Best, T Read More
US Social Security taxable in Vietnam?
Hi all, If I direct deposit my SSA benefits from the USA into a bank in Vietnam are the funds taxable by the Vietnamese government? I've checked the SSA website and know obviously there is no SSA agreement with Vietnam like with many other ... Read More
ADD/ADHD HCMC by Tumbleweed0
Hi everyone, I'm relocating to Saigon in less than a week and have been researching psych medication as I take a few different ones. The one I take in the US is not available in Vietnam so I have identified the alternatives: Ritalin and the ...
Thanks for the reply, I will keep you informed as I progress. I worry about the cost of the medication. I know it can be costly. Thanks, T Read More
1yr multiple entry visa expires
Hi all, I was wondering what options would an American citizen with 1 yr multiple entry visa that is due to expire do to remain in Vietnam? Am I able to leave the country and return and get another one or can I remain in country to do this. I ... Read More
ADD/ADHD HCMC
Hi everyone, I'm relocating to Saigon in less than a week and have been researching psych medication as I take a few different ones. The one I take in the US is not available in Vietnam so I have identified the alternatives: Ritalin and the ... Read More
Background check and work
It was a felony drug possession charge and I was not convicted and the charges were dismissed but it still shows up on a background check as an arrest.....Advice? Read More
Background check and work
Hi all, I have a question about employment background checks and a couple of things I've read. I was told that if you don't want to expose your past scrapes with the law, you can by living in Vietnam for 6 months, get a Vietnamese background ... Read More
US Social Security form 21 by Tumbleweed0
Hi all, I will be moving to Saigon in a month and have been told by the SSA that I have to fill out this form 21 to continue receiving my disability income. Someone mentioned in another thread in the finance section not to fill out and send any ...
Thanks for your replies all. I have discovered the main reason I have to use this form is because it involves a continuation of my eligibility requirements for my disability. I have also decided to keep my money on the other side of the pond. If ... Read More
US Social Security form 21
Hi all, I will be moving to Saigon in a month and have been told by the SSA that I have to fill out this form 21 to continue receiving my disability income. Someone mentioned in another thread in the finance section not to fill out and send any ... Read More
US Social Security form 21 by Tumbleweed0
Hi all, I will be moving to Saigon in a month and have been told by the SSA that I have to fill out this form 21 to continue receiving my disability income. Someone mentioned in another thread in the finance section not to fill out and send any ...
Yes, after reviewing it myself, I think the reason they are requiring me to file it is because of the disclosure of any work related income while receiving disability benefits. They are very strict about how much you can make while on disability and ... Read More
US Social Security form 21
Hi all, I will be moving to Saigon in a month and have been told by the SSA that I have to fill out this form 21 to continue receiving my disability income. Someone mentioned in another thread in the finance section not to fill out and send any ... Read More