Raymond perri
Australian expat in Vietnam
Forum posts
30
Contacts
10
About me
Australian
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh
Speaks English
Registration: 02 July 2017
any expats in da lat?? by pokerplayer
hello everyone, i am vietnamese canadian and have moved to da lat . it just occurred to me to ask if there are any ex-pats living in da lat?? perhaps we could meet and have a beer!!! have a nice day everyone
Hi poker player. I'm in the same boat. We should meet. I don't think I can put phone number on this reply but my email is. *** Ray perri. Read More
Visa extension by asthecrowflies
Hey guys, Does anyone know of a cheap method for visa extension in Dalat? Cheers! :)
Can i renew my 3month visa from da lat . ? Read More
Marrage
I wonder why no posts ever mention Poor foreigner marrying rich Viet woman???? Read More
Small Hotel in Coastal Resort by blunders
Looking for any information about owning and operating a small hotel in a coastal resort. 12 to 15 rooms for rent aimed at the tourist market. Owners living on site and involved in the day to day operations. Is the concept viable?
Great idea. And could be a good life style. .thiv,s responce is most accurate. Especialy point numbered 1. Looks like youve traveled around so is interesting to know why you have focused on Vietnam. From what I gather Viet is one of the most ... Read More
Where to Buy Electronic Keyboard Piano in Saigon? by baptiste93
Hi Guys, I have just recently arrived in Saigon and was wondering if anyone could tell me where I can get an electronic keyboard piano. Maximum budget 2mil Many thanks!
Hi if you are still looking for a drummer contact me. Ray. Read More
I am stressed, just want to relax with music.
I know im a bit late but carmens my favorite music in hcm. Im moving to district 1 from 7 so i can be closer . So i can go more often . So if your ever going on your own i can sit with you so your not on your own. I dont like sitting on my own ... Read More
Vietnamese wife? by bta87
I realize this is a very subjective question, but are what are the experiences of the men on here that are married to VN brides? Question #2) What should I look out for. I've heard some real horor stories. Mind you I'm 63, have money and girls are ...
The horror stories you hear are true. Read More
looking for english tutor in ho chi minh
Ray here . am interested in helping your friend out with his speaking and listening for basic english. I'm in district 7 go vap but can meet most places. You can reach me on this site or email ***. Thanks Read More
Where to get Vietnam Visa Extention in HCMC by 726dbr
Hello, My visa expires at the end of October, I currently have a 3 month multiple entry tourist visa. I am from Canada. I would like to extend it for a minimum of 3 more months. I assume this is possible, Where do I go in HCMC to get this ...
Have just done moc Bai run . Was worth paying the 20$bribes for two guys to fill my forms out usher me here and there all very efficient like a well oiled bribed machine .in and out in half an hr . No waiting around jumped the ques 5$ in my ... Read More
Safe and legit way to move valuable items from USA to HCM city? by Noah007
Hello everyone, I was contracted as a songwriter for a music company in Ho Chi Minh city and finally decided it would be so much easier to work with the artists in person than long distance. I need to move my belongings and some musical equipment ...
Hi Noah. Ray here . You have probably checked out the many recording studios in hcm on line they seem well equipt and describe they stuff in detail. Being a drummer I don't understand the specs of their equipment but their drums are up to ... Read More
Safe and legit way to move valuable items from USA to HCM city? by Noah007
Hello everyone, I was contracted as a songwriter for a music company in Ho Chi Minh city and finally decided it would be so much easier to work with the artists in person than long distance. I need to move my belongings and some musical equipment ...
Hi Noah I'm trying to do exactly the same thing from Australia the only reply I received so far was , if you want to keep your stuff don't send .a lot of things get stolen on the way. Surly there must be a safe way. Maybe bring your ... Read More
Shipping personal stuff from Australia to hcm .share?
Hi folks. Just finding out if any one knows a reliable shipping company . From .oz to Viet . May be someone needs to help fill a container. I have small amount of personal things . Prob about a couple of sqr meters or more ,or less, depending on ... Read More
SNOOKER IN HO CHI MINH CITY by Chris.phap
Hello, I try to find a good place to play snooker in saigon . I know that we can find it everywhere but i try to find a good place with sweet environment. I am in district 4. if someone know some places .. ( the best could be with jazz music but ...
Snooker and jaz.....perfect combo. Let me know if you find one. I'm in. Ray Read More
Hello, I'm new to expat blog: this is my story .... by sghsaigon
Hey, my name is Steven, i am from the Gold Coast, Australia. I am 25 years old, so 26 in Vietnam. I came to Saigon for 3 months last year, i went back home for 1 month over Christmas and New Year and returned in early January. I have been here for ...
Hi Steven. Ray here. Are you still in hcm? If so where is the bar. Would be good to meet a fellow Australian. THanks. Read More
I'm going to tell you something you may not want to hear by sushimonger
First let me tell you that I speak from two years of experience on the ground in Vietnam....80% of it outside of Saigon...in the real Vn with real government officials, police chiefs, business peeps of all types and sizes. If you spend all you ...
Most millionaire ...that's a worry Read More
Visa info please by HazenGreg
We are new to Hoi an on a multi entry 3 month visa Australian Citizens, we plan to spend maybe 1 to 2 years here so want to get the ball rolling so we see what we need to do your the 3months is up my husband a retiree. If anybody could let us no ...
Thanks yogi. A few people told me the letter of approval was probly a scam . I'm a greenhorn to the scam my ways in Vietnam . So I was a bit paranoid. Can you blame me? Thanks for the heads up. I can relax now........till I get to the ... Read More
Tennis player(s) by NicoM
Hi All Seems to be a common topic but not too much recent that I can see here, am living in Saigon long term and looking to start or join an existing tennis group. Singles or doubles is ok. Would be playing evenings or weekends after work, my level ...
Hi teddy Ray here. Tried to ring you but out of credit ,don't know where to top up at the moment. If I can find out where I can top up I'll try and ring tonight (sat night) . Didn't expect a reply so soon so I haven't got a racquet ... Read More
Where to get Vietnam Visa Extention in HCMC by 726dbr
Hello, My visa expires at the end of October, I currently have a 3 month multiple entry tourist visa. I am from Canada. I would like to extend it for a minimum of 3 more months. I assume this is possible, Where do I go in HCMC to get this ...
Dose that mean that visa letter is required? Read More
Tennis player(s) by NicoM
Hi All Seems to be a common topic but not too much recent that I can see here, am living in Saigon long term and looking to start or join an existing tennis group. Singles or doubles is ok. Would be playing evenings or weekends after work, my level ...
Yes I'm interested. What area do you play. Ray Read More
Where to get Vietnam Visa Extention in HCMC by 726dbr
Hello, My visa expires at the end of October, I currently have a 3 month multiple entry tourist visa. I am from Canada. I would like to extend it for a minimum of 3 more months. I assume this is possible, Where do I go in HCMC to get this ...
Thanks for that info. Have decided to do moc Bai run to extend my 3 mth buy another 3 . But am not sure if this letter of approval is a scam or not. Have you heard or not.? Thanks ray Read More
Where to get Vietnam Visa Extention in HCMC by 726dbr
Hello, My visa expires at the end of October, I currently have a 3 month multiple entry tourist visa. I am from Canada. I would like to extend it for a minimum of 3 more months. I assume this is possible, Where do I go in HCMC to get this ...
I'm trying to do the same run , but was told this letter of approval is a big scam. I'm totally paranoid. I'm not exactly sure what it's for . Sounds like you have checked it out. Other boarder run sites don't mention it. This ... Read More
Visa info please by HazenGreg
We are new to Hoi an on a multi entry 3 month visa Australian Citizens, we plan to spend maybe 1 to 2 years here so want to get the ball rolling so we see what we need to do your the 3months is up my husband a retiree. If anybody could let us no ...
Hi Caroline Ray here. Am getting ready to do the moc Bai run from hcm . Want to extend my visa for a further 3 months .i thought I just needed passport, photos, and US dollars. But a lot of web sites say I will also need a letter of approval .is ... Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to Vietnam? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Vietnam, would you heartily say "let聮s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
May as well live on the moon. Read More
Vietnamese wife? by bta87
I realize this is a very subjective question, but are what are the experiences of the men on here that are married to VN brides? Question #2) What should I look out for. I've heard some real horor stories. Mind you I'm 63, have money and girls are ...
Glad to here your happy experience you dont hear it often. I am entering the same scenario my self. Although the language barrier is getting me down a bit. Mne is not a gold digger as there is no gold to dig.and she knows it. She is a wonderful ... Read More
I'm going to tell you something you may not want to hear by sushimonger
First let me tell you that I speak from two years of experience on the ground in Vietnam....80% of it outside of Saigon...in the real Vn with real government officials, police chiefs, business peeps of all types and sizes. If you spend all you ...
Thanks for the heads up.. I've had bad experience in micronesia ,and they even had the American judicial system in place. But still got ripped off. Read More
Visas,
To extend my 3month viet visa multable entry is it cheaper to go to cambodia to do it.. i am Australian. Read More