Allan Gem
Filipino expat in Vietnam
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About me
Filipino
Speaks English, Tagalog, Hiligaynon, a little Spanish and Vietnamese
Registration: 28 October 2017
Women and Child abuse by GuestPoster7410
Hi, we are new here in HCM and I wanted to ask if there is someone we can speak to about women and child abuse? It is for my friend who is not Vietnamese and has lived here for 8 months and she does not know where to get help and her American ...
@Maggie0401 i think your friend and her husband need councealing, or therapist, we don't know what the husband has been through also and maybe he is having a rough time at work also and when he arrive home, all he can hear is the child crying or ... Read More
Looking for a service for Resident Card with a Reasonable Price by Nedd
I had my Temporary Resident Card which will expire soon. This card was based on my Work Permit, but I want my new card will be based on marriage (with Vietnamese), hence its validity time is longer. My last service provider was focused on ...
This is not correct. Foreigners who are married to a Vietnamese citizen can apply for a TRC. I used a agent and payed $500. One week later I got the 3 year TRC (type TT). As already other have posted in this thread, if you don't use an agent ... Read More
Looking for a service for Resident Card with a Reasonable Price by Nedd
I had my Temporary Resident Card which will expire soon. This card was based on my Work Permit, but I want my new card will be based on marriage (with Vietnamese), hence its validity time is longer. My last service provider was focused on ...
Hello you need to have this Documents in order to get a cheaper price but prices has change recently Required documents for TRC 3 years: - ID card of the wife (notarized copy) - Wife's Registry House Book (notarized copy) - Original Passport ... Read More
Coffee (and other things) -shipping business by lolpol8912
Hello, I am not sure if this is in correct category or not, but I wanted to post and see if I can gain some useful feedback. I want to start a small venture, selling coffee of the sorts that is not often selected for export. The local favourites ...
Hi Krishna how are you? pm me we can do some business too Read More
Looking for a service for Resident Card with a Reasonable Price by Nedd
I had my Temporary Resident Card which will expire soon. This card was based on my Work Permit, but I want my new card will be based on marriage (with Vietnamese), hence its validity time is longer. My last service provider was focused on ...
All you need is a VEC if you are married to a Vietnamese, there's no TRC that is based on Marriage, only for work and Business, VEC can give you 5 yrs and then you can renew it after. Read More
Where to find these "condom shops"? by kend0g187
I've heard about these "condom shops" but have never seen one. I even walked down a street that was supposed to have them. How can I find one? Thanks.
Phan Dang Luu St. forgot the name thou Read More
Where can i buy Kitchen Equipment, kitchen utensils. by AdrianCY
hello everybody, Im opening a new restaurant in Saigon and i was wondering if anyone could advise me where i can buy all my kitchen equipment & utensils. i am essentially looking for blenders, mixers, stainless steel G/N containers, stainless ...
Happy Cook in Song Hanh St. District 2, if you like or you can order from Salad Master if you want to have a Healthy Food and save some cost also. Read More
Any Courier/Cargo From Vietnam to Philippines ?
Hello IAMM still need services for transport? Read More
Entrepreneur meetup by fpm10
Hey everyone, I'm an entrepreneur that just landed in Saigon and I'm thinking I'd be nice to meet like-minded individuals who are going through the same thing. It be a great way to network and just talk and get to know fellow expats and ...
Hello Yong i would love to but tonight i cant i have an appointment already with some friends, i will try to join nextime or probably on weekends. Read More
Entrepreneur meetup by fpm10
Hey everyone, I'm an entrepreneur that just landed in Saigon and I'm thinking I'd be nice to meet like-minded individuals who are going through the same thing. It be a great way to network and just talk and get to know fellow expats and ...
hi when do you want to have it? Read More
Cargo shipment of religious item from HCMC to Manila by nickmathew
I saw a very nice sculpture of St. Joseph in HCMC and wanted deep in my heart to buy it and ship it to Philipines. It was life size and wanted to put it in a chapel that our family is slowly improving. Does anybody have any idea on how to arrange ...
Hello Nick please send me pm and will discuss price and shipment there. Read More
Chiropractor HCMC??? by Diazo
Anyone know of any chiropractors in HCM they could recommend?
Where is your Location? there is one in Tan Binh District near the airport Viet Y Center they are doing Chiropractic there and i think it's only under 500k vnd. Read More
Coffee (and other things) -shipping business by lolpol8912
Hello, I am not sure if this is in correct category or not, but I wanted to post and see if I can gain some useful feedback. I want to start a small venture, selling coffee of the sorts that is not often selected for export. The local favourites ...
Hook me up we can discuss your shipping problem, we can DHL, UPS, TNT, FEDEX and may kind. but you know 1Kg will not be cheap. pm me for details Read More
Have Work Permit - Switching Companies
New Company should apply for a new one, Company Sponsor will be different already. Read More
Movers in Saigon???
when do you plan to move it to Dalat? pm me will see what we can do Read More
Medical Cert for OFWs - Do I need DOH, DFA & Embassy authentication? by VNNoob
Hi All! I hope there are some Filipinos here who can give me the best advice of acquiring my Medical Cert requirement for Work Permit in Vietnam. I am under a manpower agency here but it seems they too are still new to the process and couldn't ...
Hello VNNoob Yes i think it's ok if you can have your medical here in VN as you dont need it in getting the OEC from POEA. but while waiting you can ask DOH how long it will take to Authenticate it and maybe they have a express service. and ... Read More
Starting Factory in Saigon
Hello; have you started a company already? Custometics company is a good one here and you can do it 100% Foreign owned, although the Tax would be a little High but you dont need to worry about anything at all. Just a Thought. Read More
foreigner import the used-car for working in Vietnam by Sophie in HCM
I know the gov of vietnam allowed foreigners to import their used-car from their nation as traffic tool when working in vietnam. Anyone have that experience ? Looking forward to your reply.
A used automobile can be imported into Vietnam, though import duties are high and the procedure is a complicated one. The present owner of the vehicle must be the original owner; if the automobile has changed ownership since the original title was ... Read More
Asking about work permit + healthcare in Vietnam
This is what you only need to get a Work Permit Work permit is follows: Document: - Passport + visa - Criminal Record - University degree with consular legalization - Work experience letter with consular legalization - Business license from ... Read More
How travelers are treated by supertaper
I just read a post by a person who had nothing good to say about visiting Vietnam his main complaint was that the vendors and market sellers and restaurants were constantly trying to rip him off, his thought was because he was a backpacker but he ...
in vietnam learn to Bargain with them, dont just buy and buy even if you think it's expensive. let them run after you if they want you to buy their stuff, say No always at the firstime and you will just know they will keep on Lowering the price ... Read More
Live in Ho Chi Minh (Saigon), looking for a job by Valerio de Cinque
Hello, my name is Valerio. I`m italian and I`m looking for a job. I`m in Vietnam since two months. Now I`m leaving in Saigon and I intend to live here for a long period. My main field is Filmmaking since I studied Cinema and Multimedia for 12 years ...
Their is a Production Company at 17 - 19 T么n Th岷 T霉ng, Ph岷 Ng农 L茫o, H峄� Ch铆 Minh, Vietnam, i just forgot the Name, maybe you can try it there. Read More
Co-Working Locations in District 7 by ejmom25
Hey Guys, Was wondering if anyone could recommend a good co-working location in District 7. I have a trainer traveling here for some on-site training and I need a good place. There will only be the two of us. It will be for 3 consecutive 8 hour ...
you can try CEO SUITE Vietcombank Tower in D1 if you still dont find a place in D7 Read More
Entrepreneur meetup by fpm10
Hey everyone, I'm an entrepreneur that just landed in Saigon and I'm thinking I'd be nice to meet like-minded individuals who are going through the same thing. It be a great way to network and just talk and get to know fellow expats and ...
I think the meet up is all talks only and nobody commits, but i'm interested for it also, i will be ok on 26th. Read More
Tough high school decision by avhexpat
Hello everyone, I plan to move from the U.S. (Orange County, California) to VN (Saigon) to be near my parents, whose health has been on the decline. Of all the decisions that I will have to make, none weigh on me more than choosing the right high ...
if you want an English School but not so expensive, you can try Saigon Heritage Academy in Tan Binh district, they have school buses also that can fetch your child at your home. They have american, Filipino, Nigerian, Vietnamese student their also. ... Read More
Found, after 4 previous candidates, the perfect domestic help!
Thats one of some Vietnamese attitude that they will do whatever they think of and not follow what you told them to do, their are times that it can be ok, but most of all it is not. i know there are still some Vietnamese there are not like these. Read More
New Years Celebrations in VN?
well some people only go to the city and watch the fireworks display sometimes in the river and sometimes at Bitexco Tower, and drink beer on some bars or skybars Read More
DNA test for my baby? by Thaiger
I need to get it done for the six month birth certificate. Have been endlessly lied to by ridiculous scammy scum. Is there actually a way to have a blood sample taken. Processed in Quy Nhon, Nha Trang or sent to Hanoi, Hcmc for processing. ...
then the question first is where is the child was born? if Born in Vietnam Department of justice still have to do with it, if the guy wants to be the father still they just need documents authenticated and submit it to department of justice so they ... Read More
DNA test for my baby? by Thaiger
I need to get it done for the six month birth certificate. Have been endlessly lied to by ridiculous scammy scum. Is there actually a way to have a blood sample taken. Processed in Quy Nhon, Nha Trang or sent to Hanoi, Hcmc for processing. ...
jaz8211111 if your child is born here in Vietnam no need to have the affidavit of Child nationality, just a copy of your Passport, Married Certificate, your Birth Certificate and your husband too and have it Authenticated and Translated into ... Read More
DNA test for my baby? by Thaiger
I need to get it done for the six month birth certificate. Have been endlessly lied to by ridiculous scammy scum. Is there actually a way to have a blood sample taken. Processed in Quy Nhon, Nha Trang or sent to Hanoi, Hcmc for processing. ...
Hello, for all i know you can only get the Birth Certificate at the Department of Justice here in vietnam, you just need papers at the hospital that the child is born there, if you are the father she will put your name on the hospital record also, ... Read More
Best Hospital for Expats in HCMC by mikeymac
I would be very interested to hear from fellow expats on the above please
Benh Vien Quoc Te Hanh Phuoc in Binh Duong just after the Bridge or in their Clinic at BELCO in Nguyen Thi Minh Khai St. doctors and staff can English there. Read More
Entrepreneur meetup by fpm10
Hey everyone, I'm an entrepreneur that just landed in Saigon and I'm thinking I'd be nice to meet like-minded individuals who are going through the same thing. It be a great way to network and just talk and get to know fellow expats and ...
Hi Anca, Dec.9 or 10 is good for me, if anyone still wants to join maybe we can have it started. then plan the next one again soon to have new ones come and join also. to the admin if will allow this one, then may as well start it. Read More
Importing a motorcycle into Vietnam from the US or Canada by scramblin8man
Has anyone done this. I am interested in the whole process - shipping companies, import duties, Documentation required to license the bike in Vietnam, paper work required?
A used automobile can be imported into Vietnam, though import duties are high and the procedure is a complicated one. The present owner of the vehicle must be the original owner; if the automobile has changed ownership since the original title was ... Read More
Affordable shipping companies for moving back
Message me i will try if i can help you Read More
MONTESSORI SCHOOL IN DIST. 2 by Tiffany1293
Hello everyone, We are going to move from Canada to Vietnam and rent an apartment in Thao Dien ward, district 2. My family is very interested in Montessori method that my girl is studying with in Canada. So, we want her to continue this method when ...
I think Smart Kids is the Best for her, cause their teachers there are well trained in child development. mostly their students there are foreigners from different countries, they have their limit also in how many kids per country they will accept ... Read More
MONTESSORI SCHOOL IN DIST. 2 by Tiffany1293
Hello everyone, We are going to move from Canada to Vietnam and rent an apartment in Thao Dien ward, district 2. My family is very interested in Montessori method that my girl is studying with in Canada. So, we want her to continue this method when ...
How old are your kids Tiffany? if they are below 7, there is a school in D2 called Smart Kids International, or there is BIS, AIS School there. you can search in the web for it. Read More
Best ENT Doctor by le_jazz
Hello guys, Any recommendations where I can have my throat check? I have a swollen tonsil for months now, sometimes painful. I've been to different vn hospitals and doctors but none of them really cured me. I even have myself checked with gp in ...
Victoria or just drink Turmeric or Ginger Tea but drink it hot Read More
Working with blue-collar workers by videriant
Hello, I am a Vietnamese-American from Texas. Born in the US but my Vietnamese is passable. Conversational speaking, slower with listening to the softer southern accent, can write if my phone auto-adds tones and struggle to write. MBA, ...
Hi just provide your workers the standard Salary for Vietnamese, also Benefits that they deserve, Bonuses, 13th month pay if ever, then medical insurance. increase the salary every year for deserving employees but also give a little increment for ... Read More
Anyone interested in some basketball session?
Come and join us play basketball in Thao Dien every Sat. morning or in Masteri on Sat. Morning too Read More
UK format passport photos in Saigon by drippinswagoo
Does anyone know where to get official passport photos printed, ideally from one of those photo booth machines you get back in the UK, and not someone taking a photo with a camera and cutting it out with scissors. I need to make sure the photo is ...
You can bring it in the Photo shop there in the corner of Nam Ky Khoi Nghia and Ly Tu Trong, if you have a Sample Photo they can just copy and print it for you, you can give them the size you want too Read More
UK Expat wants to move business and relocate to Ho Chi Minh
Hi Yen123 For your question doing a UK registered business here will not be a problem as long as you work at your rented home here, if you want to hire someone then maybe you have to register your business also here as it is not that expensive ... Read More
Seeking advice on which condominium to select by kong75
Hi everyone, I am new to this Forum and really soon to Saigon after years in Singapore and Indonesia. Like all of us when getting in a new country, one of the priority is to get quick into a nice apartment. As I don't want to waste too much ...
I can recommend Estella or Estella Heights the place is cool and wide, and it's suitable for your budget as well, they have pool and Tennis Court as Well all for free if you have an apatment there. and can invite friends to come and swim mith ... Read More
TV work in Saigon by ALifeLessAverage
I am a television professional looking to move to Saigon next year from Dunedin New Zealand to do some study extramurally, I will have a retainer for living costs which I think will be enough, however I am curious if there are television jobs for ...
You can be a Teacher too in some school here, that like to hire Native English Speaker and definitely white. it's another option for you too. but you need to get a Tesol Certificate to get a Work Permit. Read More
Entrepreneur meetup by fpm10
Hey everyone, I'm an entrepreneur that just landed in Saigon and I'm thinking I'd be nice to meet like-minded individuals who are going through the same thing. It be a great way to network and just talk and get to know fellow expats and ...
Would love to join also Read More
Entrepreneur meetup by fpm10
Hey everyone, I'm an entrepreneur that just landed in Saigon and I'm thinking I'd be nice to meet like-minded individuals who are going through the same thing. It be a great way to network and just talk and get to know fellow expats and ...
Hello Anca I would love to meet up with if you want to maybe we can do business too Read More
ENT Doctor by Kooler42
Need to get second opinion for 6 year old son with andoides and tonsils issues. Require good English. Thank You
Victoria in Nguyen Van Troi is ok Read More
Business Visa
I think you have to wait till Dec. 22, it would be better for you, and you need to get New Visa Letter and apply for a Multiple Business Visa, it will cause you much if you will not exit. Read More
HOMESCHOOL in Saigon
Hi where do you live here in Saigon? cause there are Schools in D2, Tan binh and district 7 for you to choose, it's a filipino owned School Read More