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Rahj_Devon

Rahj_Devon

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American looking for information about Vietnam

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Lives in Ben Tre

Speaks Everything about Vietnam

Registration: 26 July 2019

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Aidan in HCMC

Visas To Enter Vietnam by Aidan in HCMC

***(IMPORTANT! Due to current covid measures, check with Vietnam Immigration Authority to confirm current availability and lengths of validity)***List of the Visas types from Vietnamese Immigration ...

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@OceanBeach92107 Hello Sir... Can you provide me your agent info just in case I need him/her in the future. Thank you! Read More

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last year

Visas To Enter Vietnam

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last year
SteinNebraska

Renewing a Vietnamese driver's license by SteinNebraska

I have a B1/A2 driver's license now but it expires with my visa March 19th. I just got my Visa Exemption Certificate in my passport today. Bummer it's for 4.5 years but my passport has 5 years left so the new VEC expires 6 months before my ...

Rahj_Devon

Does anyone know if I can use my U.S driver license in vietnam or I need to convert? How can I go about getting this done? Thank you in advance..... Read More

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last year
Dannyroc3

Being in VN makes paying bills etc difficult. by Dannyroc3

It seems most websites I normally pay my bills block me when I click the link to pay.Right before I left I was greeted with a letter from the IRS, informing me that I owed them money but the websites there also blocked the page from opening.When I ...

Rahj_Devon

@Dannyroc3Yep... VPN's is the best way to use when you are oversea... it will cost you little tho, but it's a good software to have. Read More

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4 years ago

Where can you go to meet some vietnamese women in ho chi minh city ?

Been here 14 years & my Vietnamese language & words you could count on 1 hand & never had a problem yet meeting & getting to know Vietnamese ladies. Dont waste your time learning the language, just go down the park or the ... Read More

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4 years ago
MikeTVN

Legalization of Documents for Marriage by MikeTVN

I had all the required marriage documents completed, notarized, apostilled and legalized and back in March of 2020 and was all set to enter VN for marriage till the borders closed. So I was told by the Embassy in DC in regards to the my paperwork ...

Rahj_Devon

I had all the required marriage documents completed, notarized, apostilled and legalized and back in March of 2020 and was all set to enter VN for marriage till the borders closed. So I was told by the Embassy in DC in regards to the my paperwork ... Read More

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5 years ago
Rahj_Devon

Export a vehicle from the U.S to Vietnam... by Rahj_Devon

Does anyone know how can I export a vehicle from the U.S to Vietnam? Not to resale or any kind of business of making money... Just for personal use? Thanks. If this questions has been asked before then I apologized... Please link me to that post. ...

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Thanks Colinoscapee for the link... I just realized you answered my question. Thank you. Read More

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5 years ago
Rahj_Devon

Export a vehicle from the U.S to Vietnam... by Rahj_Devon

Does anyone know how can I export a vehicle from the U.S to Vietnam? Not to resale or any kind of business of making money... Just for personal use? Thanks. If this questions has been asked before then I apologized... Please link me to that post. ...

Rahj_Devon

Yes Sir... Import a car to Vietnam.... Export from the U.S.... Thanks...Ha ha.... I want to export a car from the U.S to Vietnam... Not sure of the process how to do it. Read More

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5 years ago
Rahj_Devon

Export a vehicle from the U.S to Vietnam... by Rahj_Devon

Does anyone know how can I export a vehicle from the U.S to Vietnam? Not to resale or any kind of business of making money... Just for personal use? Thanks. If this questions has been asked before then I apologized... Please link me to that post. ...

Rahj_Devon

Yes Sir... Import a car to Vietnam.... Export from the U.S.... Thanks... Read More

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5 years ago

Export a vehicle from the U.S to Vietnam...

Does anyone know how can I export a vehicle from the U.S to Vietnam? Not to resale or any kind of business of making money... Just for personal use? Thanks. If this questions has been asked before then I apologized... Please link me to that post. ... Read More

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5 years ago
Lorelle Champion

Covid vaccinations for Expats? by Lorelle Champion

Has anyone heard about a plan for expats getting Covid vaccinations? The Australian Embassy website has no information and I haven't seen any mention of foreigners in the rollout plans for different priority groups.

Rahj_Devon

I was told to take the fly home and get one on your own... They will not support any citizen living oversea. Read More

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5 years ago
Rahj_Devon

Pool Builder by Rahj_Devon

Hello Everyone.... Does anyone know a Reputation - Great pool builder in Saigon or Ben Tre? Appreciated in advance.

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Its 鈥淢ondial piscine鈥, french companyThanks Golgo13... Read More

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5 years ago

Pool Builder

Hello Everyone.... Does anyone know a Reputation - Great pool builder in Saigon or Ben Tre? Appreciated in advance. Read More

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5 years ago
Hokagemike

Looking into moving to Vietnam and in need of advice and Guidance by Hokagemike

So I鈥檝e been toying with idea for the last couple of years of leaving my current life and moving to Vietnam. So I鈥檓 here to try and get some guidance from you wonderful folks. Let me tell you a little bit about myself I鈥檓 a ...

Rahj_Devon

I would suggest Ben Tre... An hour and half from Saigon and it is a lot nicer to lives. The air is a lot cleaner than Saigon or Hanoi. Good Luck! Yes, you can buy land in Vietnam now... I am owning an acres of land in Ben Tre and just completed ... Read More

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5 years ago
Julien

New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) 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 ...

Rahj_Devon

Welcome Nynee, Husband and amp!!! Read More

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6 years ago
Hokagemike

Looking into moving to Vietnam and in need of advice and Guidance by Hokagemike

So I鈥檝e been toying with idea for the last couple of years of leaving my current life and moving to Vietnam. So I鈥檓 here to try and get some guidance from you wonderful folks. Let me tell you a little bit about myself I鈥檓 a ...

Rahj_Devon

I would suggest Ben Tre... An hour and half from Saigon and it is a lot nicer to lives. The air is a lot cleaner than Saigon or Hanoi. Good Luck! Yes, you can buy land in Vietnam now... I am owning an acres of land in Ben Tre and just completed ... Read More

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6 years ago
Hokagemike

Looking into moving to Vietnam and in need of advice and Guidance by Hokagemike

So I鈥檝e been toying with idea for the last couple of years of leaving my current life and moving to Vietnam. So I鈥檓 here to try and get some guidance from you wonderful folks. Let me tell you a little bit about myself I鈥檓 a ...

Rahj_Devon

I would suggest Ben Tre... An hour and half from Saigon and it is a lot nicer to lives. The air is a lot cleaner than Saigon or Hanoi. Good Luck! Yes, you can buy land in Vietnam now... I am owning an acres of land in Ben Tre and just completed ... Read More

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6 years ago
Dan911

Vietnam suspends a few nationalities from VISA application by Dan911

The Vietnam Government will deny to issue visa for ALL NATIONALITIES from Mar/15 to Apr/15/2020 (even if they already had the Approval Letter) Please delay or cancel your trip and wait until having the update information from the Vietnam ...

Rahj_Devon

What's about if you are currenlty have 5 years VISA... Can you still enter Vietnam? Read More

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6 years ago
goodolboy

sign of the times, by goodolboy

https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/us-aircraft-carrier-visits-vietnam-second-in-two-years-4064565.html

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Hopefully there won't be no kids left behind.... lol Read More

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6 years ago
Jurassic

Coronavirus - forced fever check by condo admin by Jurassic

Hello, all, Sorry to make my first post an unpleasant one. I received this email today from the apartment property management company (HCMC D2) and I am shocked and more than a little worried about potential for Kafkaesque insanity. Has anyone ...

Rahj_Devon

Why are you complaining??? lol.... They are doing this is to project you and everyone surrounding! You should thanks them for that! Be thanksful and be Happy..... :) Read More

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6 years ago
glen67

Meeting the parents, formalities, manners and chop sticks .. by glen67

Hey everyone , So , as above, I'm taking the plunge to meet my girls parents and wondered are there any do's and don'ts ? i've read loose info , bring the women some chocolates and perfumes , Father whiskey (I live 30 miles form ...

Rahj_Devon

Soviet style secret police persist and is creepy. Cops in my wife's ward know all about me from the finks in her hem. :PYou want to know the creepy part? We were out of the house a total of 15-20 minutes. In that time someone called the ... Read More

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6 years ago
Mathiasbaka

Expat project manager salary? by Mathiasbaka

Hello. Is there anyone here who can help me clarify how much I can ask for as desired salary at a project manager? I just graduated but got 8 months experience in a similar company and I also got a diploma in project management? Looking forward ...

Rahj_Devon

I pay my cleaning lady 100.000VND/hour. Her Tet bonus was 3.000.000VND. No clue if that is too much but honestly I couldn't care less. She's always on time, speaks english very well, works incredibly fast and thorough. For me she's ... Read More

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6 years ago
Mathiasbaka

Expat project manager salary? by Mathiasbaka

Hello. Is there anyone here who can help me clarify how much I can ask for as desired salary at a project manager? I just graduated but got 8 months experience in a similar company and I also got a diploma in project management? Looking forward ...

Rahj_Devon

Most of the company in Vietnam are very cheap... They are only looking for making a big profit and not pride on their services like we do here in the U.S!!! This principle and mantality is only work in Vietnam... They won't be able to survive or ... Read More

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6 years ago
Bhavna

Expat interest in politics in Vietnam by Bhavna

Hello everyone, As an expat, your day-to-day life in Vietnam is impacted by decision-making at the political level in your host country as well as in your country of origin. We would like to know how involved you think expats should be in the ...

Rahj_Devon

Maybe Bhvana doesnt realise that the government here monitors many of the forums. To this day, Ha Noi will cut tv programs midstream that say anything negative about them. They really dont tolerate criticism.Yep... I def don't want to be any ... Read More

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6 years ago
workplacestars

Apartment or House - Must / Want List by workplacestars

Happy Lunar Holiday everyone. May the coming year of the Boar be the most healthy and prosperous one yet for you and your family. Would like to benefit from your local experience. The items below are my personal requirements, yet what do you think ...

Rahj_Devon

I have hired two mechanical engineering students in their senior year this year. I hope both stay on full time after graduation in July and then I will hire two more senior students. That's been it so far. The students do in process product ... Read More

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6 years ago
workplacestars

Apartment or House - Must / Want List by workplacestars

Happy Lunar Holiday everyone. May the coming year of the Boar be the most healthy and prosperous one yet for you and your family. Would like to benefit from your local experience. The items below are my personal requirements, yet what do you think ...

Rahj_Devon

Yes, I always lived near Lincoln and have worked there the last 30 years. I moved here in January but still work for the same company. They really weren't keen on me going here full time, preferring when I would come two weeks every couple of ... Read More

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6 years ago
Guestposter822

Marriage to a Vietnamese Woman by Guestposter822

Just interested to hear about peoples experiences married to a Vietnamese woman, more so for marriages that have lasted longer than say 3 years...

Rahj_Devon

So true... Thanks for sharing vndreamer! Read More

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6 years ago
WillyBaldy

A little bit of Rach Gia... by WillyBaldy

There's not many expats in Rach Gia, so not many videos of the city. I thought I'd post a little video, drive around my area this morning. It's the rich area of Rach Gia, lots of unoccupied new condos. ...

Rahj_Devon

Great video... Thanks! I was wonder how much are they selling for if someone want to buy it. Read More

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6 years ago
jana611

Vietnam,...a Vietnamese_American expat's perspective. by jana611

Please [b]note[/b] the following is not the considered opinion of the OP, but a forwarded copy of a post made to the Quora_Home social media platform. It is posted here, simply for academic considerations only, ...especially for those SE Asia ...

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Can we all just get along? >>>>>>>>>>>>> LOL..... Read More

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6 years ago
jana611

Vietnam,...a Vietnamese_American expat's perspective. by jana611

Please [b]note[/b] the following is not the considered opinion of the OP, but a forwarded copy of a post made to the Quora_Home social media platform. It is posted here, simply for academic considerations only, ...especially for those SE Asia ...

Rahj_Devon

Thank you Jana611 for posting this.... This is so truth and it is sad of seeing people have to go through this. I think Vietnam is on the path of getting better but it is going very slow compare to any other country... Read More

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6 years ago

Home Insurance Question!

Thanks Ciambella... Can you provide me more info on where I can purchase one or where to check around for quote? I need to purchase one for my new home in Ben Tre. Read More

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6 years ago
WillyBaldy

Bargaining and Vietnamese culture question by WillyBaldy

I'm planning on renting a motorbike in Rach Gia and my landlord told me she had an employee who was renting a motorbike. I had my doubts about prices but I tested it, it was fine, an automatic, a bit old Nouvo bike. After the test, I asked the ...

Rahj_Devon

Thank you... I will add this proverb quote to my list... :) Read More

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6 years ago

Home Insurance Question!

Can home insurance be purchase in vietnam? Thanks. Read More

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6 years ago
WillyBaldy

Bargaining and Vietnamese culture question by WillyBaldy

I'm planning on renting a motorbike in Rach Gia and my landlord told me she had an employee who was renting a motorbike. I had my doubts about prices but I tested it, it was fine, an automatic, a bit old Nouvo bike. After the test, I asked the ...

Rahj_Devon

Not overly impressive turning up to take your date out on a pushbike, lol.My ex wife keeps on telling me to buy these Martin electric bikes but I definitely don't see myself picking up any woman on that. The bike from E.T. was not meant for ... Read More

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6 years ago
HenryJo

Is the vietnamcupid dating site legit by HenryJo

I joined yesterday. Today, found my inbox swamped with messages 'from girls'. Have a slight suspicion that not all the messages may be legit. Perhaps, to temp me in to signing-up for the paid subscriptions? Can anyone using the paid ...

Rahj_Devon

Before my white shiny teeth and black curly hair swapped adjectives, pretty good.,What about your body odour, didnt that deter them.Lol...LOL..... You are so funny....... Read More

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6 years ago
GuestPoster73009

Turning normal apartment into serviced apartment? by GuestPoster73009

Hello, I'll be moving from Berlin to HMC at the end of October and plan to stay for approximately 2-3 years, depending on how my customer's business in SEA evolves. I'm kind of in a hurry to find a long term renting as there is still ...

Rahj_Devon

Well, paid off her house, but we don't live there because it is too far from where I work so she lets family stay there and we rent another house. Paid to remodel her parents' house and pave the road to it. Send them money every month as ... Read More

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6 years ago
GuestPoster73009

Turning normal apartment into serviced apartment? by GuestPoster73009

Hello, I'll be moving from Berlin to HMC at the end of October and plan to stay for approximately 2-3 years, depending on how my customer's business in SEA evolves. I'm kind of in a hurry to find a long term renting as there is still ...

Rahj_Devon

SteinNebraska... So how much does it cost you? I am shopping right now..... LOL LOL LOL Read More

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6 years ago
mtgmike

Spousal Visa to the USA by mtgmike

Hello, I've been reading up on the process for getting my Vietnamese wife into the United States on a spousal visa. It looks to be quite time intensive with the processing and waiting, perhaps upwards of 1-2 years. Specifically, I'm a US ...

Rahj_Devon

Sorry but where did you get this information? Did you get this information from your lawyer or immigration web site? Can you provide more detail of exactly where you got this infomation from? I am very curioius of your fact finding.... As far as I ... Read More

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6 years ago
worldtravelerforlife

12 month multiple entry/exit Vietnam Visa? by worldtravelerforlife

Hi, I CANNOT find any actual information on obtaining a 12 month multiple entry/exit visa to Vietnam. :/ I have not entered Vietnam yet. As a USA passport holder I would like to enter/live in Vietnam, and every website I see are these ...

Rahj_Devon

Kunkenfudge... Black or White will do... Does not need to be in color. Read More

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6 years ago
RH1122

Marriage and Visa for Living Permanently (VEC or TRC ?) by RH1122

I will go to Vietnam on Tourist Visa and get married. After marriage, I want to live in Vietnam. I want to get appropriate visa for living long term without hassle. I have read sticky threads about VEC and TRC but they are old information. I want to ...

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Thanks THIGV for the info.... Read More

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6 years ago
RH1122

Marriage and Visa for Living Permanently (VEC or TRC ?) by RH1122

I will go to Vietnam on Tourist Visa and get married. After marriage, I want to live in Vietnam. I want to get appropriate visa for living long term without hassle. I have read sticky threads about VEC and TRC but they are old information. I want to ...

Rahj_Devon

She will be able to return to Vietnam any time but she will have to wait until the green card comes. She shows the VN passport going to VN and the passport and green card on the way back. I don't think she can sponsor you for a TRC until you ... Read More

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6 years ago
RH1122

Marriage and Visa for Living Permanently (VEC or TRC ?) by RH1122

I will go to Vietnam on Tourist Visa and get married. After marriage, I want to live in Vietnam. I want to get appropriate visa for living long term without hassle. I have read sticky threads about VEC and TRC but they are old information. I want to ...

Rahj_Devon

Your chpice of terms is confusing. Is your wife holding a VN passport and a US visa or green card while living in the US or do you mean that she is a US citizen with a US passport? If she hold a US passport but is still in her family book ... Read More

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6 years ago
Rahj_Devon

Living in Ben Tre by Rahj_Devon

Hello everyone... I am planning on traveling to Ben Tre in November . I can find lots of tourist information, but not much about actually of living there. Does anyone lived in Ben Tre before or currently living there? Where do all the expat ...

Rahj_Devon

They live in K.P. 4, phuong 5. They are between the two bridges and between Hung Vuong, the street which goes along the river, and Nguyen Van Tu which is a block back and runs into the center of town. The house is down a lane which is only ... Read More

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6 years ago
Rahj_Devon

Living in Ben Tre by Rahj_Devon

Hello everyone... I am planning on traveling to Ben Tre in November . I can find lots of tourist information, but not much about actually of living there. Does anyone lived in Ben Tre before or currently living there? Where do all the expat ...

Rahj_Devon

THIGV... Do your guy lives in khu ph峄 2, ph瓢峄漬g ph煤 Kh瓢啤ng @ Ben Tre? Read More

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6 years ago
Rahj_Devon

Living in Ben Tre by Rahj_Devon

Hello everyone... I am planning on traveling to Ben Tre in November . I can find lots of tourist information, but not much about actually of living there. Does anyone lived in Ben Tre before or currently living there? Where do all the expat ...

Rahj_Devon

I am not sure about that. My wife is from Ben Tre and in fact she is there right now and calling me to complain that she is bored. If someone with a whole extended family is bored there, imagine a stranger. It is a lovely city and definitely ... Read More

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6 years ago
RH1122

Marriage and Visa for Living Permanently (VEC or TRC ?) by RH1122

I will go to Vietnam on Tourist Visa and get married. After marriage, I want to live in Vietnam. I want to get appropriate visa for living long term without hassle. I have read sticky threads about VEC and TRC but they are old information. I want to ...

Rahj_Devon

Ciambella.... 1. If my wife holding a U.S Visa and we living in the U.S... Can she still sponsor me for the TRC? 2. Can my wife come back to Vietnam anytime she want to while she is holding a U.S Visa? Read More

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6 years ago
Rahj_Devon

Living in Ben Tre by Rahj_Devon

Hello everyone... I am planning on traveling to Ben Tre in November . I can find lots of tourist information, but not much about actually of living there. Does anyone lived in Ben Tre before or currently living there? Where do all the expat ...

Rahj_Devon

Yep... You haven't seen all of Ben Tre yet... They are slowing up in building the city... Matter of time it will turn into a tourist attraction that is why we are moving here now before it getting pricey.... it's 1 1/2 from Saigon and 3hrs ... Read More

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6 years ago
schleger

Visa for Vietnamese girlfriend to visit USA by schleger

Anyone have a suggestion on best way for my girlfriend to secure a tourist type visa to come to US in July? Ive been living in VN for several months teaching. I'm in my 50s and she's in her 40's. I plan on returning to the US soon and ...

Rahj_Devon

Great! Thank you.... I will look into it. Read More

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6 years ago
schleger

Visa for Vietnamese girlfriend to visit USA by schleger

Anyone have a suggestion on best way for my girlfriend to secure a tourist type visa to come to US in July? Ive been living in VN for several months teaching. I'm in my 50s and she's in her 40's. I plan on returning to the US soon and ...

Rahj_Devon

Thanks... I lives on the ship for 10 years as a U.S Navy and holding a bachelor degree in Systems Engineer... Just want to move to Vietnam to retire and start a new life. If you have any advise on finding a new job in Vietnam like your will be a ... Read More

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6 years ago
schleger

Visa for Vietnamese girlfriend to visit USA by schleger

Anyone have a suggestion on best way for my girlfriend to secure a tourist type visa to come to US in July? Ive been living in VN for several months teaching. I'm in my 50s and she's in her 40's. I plan on returning to the US soon and ...

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Abear2000..... Are they hiring? I will quick my job in America and move there..... Lol.... Read More

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6 years ago

Living in Ben Tre

Hello everyone... I am planning on traveling to Ben Tre in November . I can find lots of tourist information, but not much about actually of living there. Does anyone lived in Ben Tre before or currently living there? Where do all the expat ... Read More

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6 years ago
laststanding

Troubled and Confused by laststanding

Just wanting to get some opinions from people out there. So here is my situation and please feel free to express opinions. Ok here it is and see ! A year and a half ago I married my Vietnamese girlfriend of 4 years. Our relationship and experience ...

Rahj_Devon

If you meant to address the OP of this thread, he's long gone. There was more to the story than he told us and he left halfway through the conversation.Ciambella.... I am sorry but what does "OP" stand for? lol..... I keep hearing ... Read More

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6 years ago
Priscilla

Payment methods in Vietnam by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Once you聮re settled in Vietnam, you will need to make some basic purchases, like groceries or pay bills. Hence, it is essential to know the payment methods available in your host country. Which are the most common payment ...

Rahj_Devon

Thanks Gobot.... I do have investment account with Charles Schwab... Def get a checking account sign up with them.... Read More

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6 years ago
Priscilla

Payment methods in Vietnam by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Once you聮re settled in Vietnam, you will need to make some basic purchases, like groceries or pay bills. Hence, it is essential to know the payment methods available in your host country. Which are the most common payment ...

Rahj_Devon

Cards with no annual fee and no foreign transactions fee are not difficult to find. We have 8 cards; none of them charges annual fee, all of them have built-in rewards, and 7 of them do not charge foreign transaction fee -- we travel extensively ... Read More

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6 years ago
Priscilla

Payment methods in Vietnam by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Once you聮re settled in Vietnam, you will need to make some basic purchases, like groceries or pay bills. Hence, it is essential to know the payment methods available in your host country. Which are the most common payment ...

Rahj_Devon

Ciambella.... Sound like you have a great deal! Would you like to share more details about these cards? I would like to take advantage of it... Thanks. Read More

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6 years ago
Caliborn

Vietnam Girl Asking For Money by Caliborn

Hello everyone. I know this subject has been beaten into the ground but I thought I would raise it again. For conversations sake, let's say the girls name is Bibi and she lives near the Mekong delta and is 14 years younger the me (I am in my ...

Rahj_Devon

You will run into these types of people wherever you go or lives! No, It is not a cultural thing in Vietnam!!! There are many good people out there and I hope you will find someone that will love you of who you are and not your pocket.... Read More

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6 years ago
Caliborn

Vietnam Girl Asking For Money by Caliborn

Hello everyone. I know this subject has been beaten into the ground but I thought I would raise it again. For conversations sake, let's say the girls name is Bibi and she lives near the Mekong delta and is 14 years younger the me (I am in my ...

Rahj_Devon

I am totally agreed with you Tho.... 100%!!! Read More

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6 years ago
Diksha

Just for fun: How well do you know Vietnam? by Diksha

Hello everyone, We would like to invite you to take part in a knowledge test based on Vietnam. Find a few questions below: 1. What is the capital city or administrative capital of Vietnam? 2. What currency is used in Vietnam? 3. List the ...

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1. What is the capital city or administrative capital of Vietnam? h脿 n峄檌 2. What currency is used in Vietnam? 膼峄搉g vi峄噒 nam (VND) 3. List the national symbols of Vietnam. Con H峄, Con R峄搉g, Con ... Read More

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6 years ago

Looking for High End Kitchen Appliances Store

Hello, I am building a house in Ben Tre, Vietnam am looking for high end kitchen Appliances store that I can purchase these items.... Can be anywhere between Ben Tre and Saigon. Thank you. Read More

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6 years ago
Julien

New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) 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 ...

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Wow! Good luck Sir and thank you for your service! I am sure you will find her... Read More

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6 years ago
Malcolmleitrim

Cost of smart phone by Malcolmleitrim

I will be spending most of the winter in Vietnam and I want to buy a smart phone specifically for use there. I was originally intending to buy one on arrival in Vietnam and sign up to a package, but some people tell me that electronic gadgets are ...

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I don't know which type is prevalent in Ireland where the OP is from, but worldwide there are two kinds of networks, CDMA and GSM. I think a phone has to be GSM to work with Vietnamese SIM cards.Thanks THIGV... How can you tell if the phone is ... Read More

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6 years ago
huynh_wendy

New to 大咖福利影院 by huynh_wendy

Hi, my name is Wendy. I am a Vietnamese Overseas from the US. I have been living and working in Ho Chi MInh City for over 20 years since returning to Vietnam when my family invested back in the early 90's. I have been a Personal Assistant to ...

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Hello Wendy... Welcome to the group! Read More

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6 years ago
OceanBeach92107

Airline Fare Comparison Tool (This Website) by OceanBeach92107

I just booked a business class fare from HCMC to Quy Nh啤n (Phu Cat Airport) for the VND equivalent of $137.85 USD using the Vietnam Airlines app on my android smartphone. Even that price is 'high', since I opted for the ability to ...

Rahj_Devon

I don't think you understand. I just checked the same flight information for Monday, July 22 through the Vietnam Airlines app (using an ISP here in Vietnam). Lowest economy fare listed: 鈧875,000 VND (currently $37.41 USD) If you ... Read More

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6 years ago
sadezz

must haves! by sadezz

Hello, We move to HCMC next week from the UK and was wondering if theres any must haves we need to pack that we cant get in Vietnam such as tampons... any advice appreciated! thank you

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You can use Google Search - Where to buy Tampons or Tampax in Vietnam.... ha ha ha Serious tho... You can find anything in Vietnam... No worry.... As long as you are willing to pay for it.... Read More

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6 years ago
Julien

New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) 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 ...

Rahj_Devon

Hey Darrell... It's not that hard as you think! Just meet with the local and start speaking.... The more you speak... The better your tongue will be. I have been learning the language since 2016... I am now can Speak, Read and Write but my ... Read More

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6 years ago
Julien

New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) 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 ...

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Hello Sheridan.... Welcome and please do.... Rahj Read More

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6 years ago
Julien

New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) 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 ...

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I also get German Windows (IGS), but only the frames are German (glass and assembly in Vietnam). Also the photovoltaic panels are from Germany (AE Solar). Unfortunately I bought an Off-Grid Inverter in advance (otherwise I would use an On-Grid ... Read More

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6 years ago
Julien

New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) 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 ...

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Great! Solar is the future.... I am building a house in Ben Tre now and looking for a good Solar company... Would you be able to share the company info? Thanks so much! Rahj Read More

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6 years ago
Julien

New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) 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 ...

Rahj_Devon

Thanks Julien and Hello Everyone.... My name is R. Devon (American) and I have been traveling to Vietnam from the U.S for the last several years. I met a wonderful lady in Ben Tre and got married... :) .... I am currently still living and working ... Read More

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6 years ago
Julien

New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) 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 ...

Rahj_Devon

Thanks Peter.... I am thinking moving to Ben Tre in couple years but now still exploring the city and people surround. Would love to meet expats and hopefully will turn into a long term friendship. I Been to Ben Tre couple time now but have not ... Read More

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6 years ago
Michika

anyone like hang out? by Michika

hello! i am from Japan living in Saigon for a month but no really hang out people around. if ur interested learning japanese welcome! i like music swimming go explore and movies

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Are you still in Vietnam? Read More

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6 years ago
Julien

New members of the Vietnam forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Vietnam forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) 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 ...

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Hello Peter... I will be travel to Ben Tre, Vietnam in November and hopefully will be retire there in 5 years.... Any information and advise that you have would be great! Read More

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6 years ago
Lovingherlife

Where do expats hang out during the day? by Lovingherlife

Hey I am new and wanting to get social in Ho Chi Minh. I am in District 1. Please post some cool hang out spots in the District 1 area or close by that you know have a lot of expats or english speaking people that hang out and socialize. I am a ...

Rahj_Devon

Great question! I want to know too... lol.... Read More

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6 years ago

New to Vietnam

Thank you..... Hopefully everything will be great and meet a lot of friends.... :) Read More

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6 years ago

New to Vietnam

Welcome! I will be there in November and hopefully will meet some friends. :) Read More

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