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Primary school for Filipino in district 2 by deligosginaline
Guys is there a school near district 2. Private school for I think I cannot afford the international school.Name of school and cost per year. other fees.thanks
What would be your max budget inc transpiration and food Read More
Microblading eyebrows by Corey&Steve
Hello, I鈥檓 looking for a salon, or reputable individual, to do eyebrow microblading here in Saigon. I tried social media and google, but looking for a personal recommendation! Many thanks, Corey
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Moving to ho chi minh for a month by paj1ney
hello,i was wondering if anyone could help me?my partner and i do a fly in and fly out job and want to live in ho chi minh a month at a time.is there one bedroom apartments that we could rent for one month at a time?. we were thinking around 13 ...
Hey OB I missed the clue on their price range!just like when someone ask you cost in Vietnam I think it all relates to how hard you worked in the first 2/3 of your life. but I really don鈥檛 like to advise anyone so I will be silent. Read More
Any way for an expat to own a boat? by interblag
Hi all, just joined, my wife and I are new to Saigon. Is there any way for an expat to own a boat here? I've got dreams of exploring the waterways and eventually taking longer trips, perhaps even up the mighty Mekong. Am open to getting any ...
Have you tried contacting any marinas inHcmc? Read More
Moving to ho chi minh for a month by paj1ney
hello,i was wondering if anyone could help me?my partner and i do a fly in and fly out job and want to live in ho chi minh a month at a time.is there one bedroom apartments that we could rent for one month at a time?. we were thinking around 13 ...
Try Nikko hotel or Norfolk Mansion both have apartmentsI have stayed at bothcost maybe $2400-$3000 usd month Read More
Moving to Vietnam For A Few Years - Would Like Some Guidance by FW850
Hi Everyone!I plan on moving to Vietnam in about a year and wanted to get my bearings about where to land and how best to navigate a career path/business opportunities and start a new chapter in my life with my family.A bit about myself:I own a ...
How about look before you leap Read More
Moving to Vietnam For A Few Years - Would Like Some Guidance by FW850
Hi Everyone!I plan on moving to Vietnam in about a year and wanted to get my bearings about where to land and how best to navigate a career path/business opportunities and start a new chapter in my life with my family.A bit about myself:I own a ...
Remember the saying,Plan to failorFail to plan! Read More
Shipping personal items from Canada by GuestPoster9544
Hello,I don't usually post but I am at a loss. I have a computer and camera and some clothing. I need to send it from Canada and I am so scared. I sent a breast pump for my wife and customs took the item and demanded a 100 person tax and storage ...
On my last trip from US my items were too large so I looked on my airline website to see how large a box I could ship. The items arrived safely with me. And we鈥檙e never opened ! Read More
"Support" for Vietnamese girlfriend by danrodri
Hi community. Now, I know this is a difficult topic because there are a great amount of variables to take into account. But I still would like to ask. I have a longer relationship with a nice lady here in Saigon. Now, unsurprising, finances start to ...
I know guys who drank a 5th of scotch a day and made it to 100 without help. But everything in moderation is still best , no sudden changes, and no government forced medications. Read More
'Can I add you to Zalo because my kid wants to practice English?' by WillyBaldy
So, it happened quite a few times so far.I was sitting on a bench in a touristy area in C岷 Th啤 enjoying a cold beer after a long week of work, then a mother and her young daughter would approach me and the mother would ask me to talk to ...
I feel I am in a foreign country and always willing to talk to anyone free of charge. I feel it鈥檚 the little things you do in life without expecting anything in return that tells the story of what you are! Read More
Evisa after Tet 2023? by narcrepellant2525
What is response time from immigration department for evisa?
I contacted my agent Sunday. I had it Thur. Other results may vary Read More
Real Estate Prices in Vietnam by MikeTVN
Why is real estate so expensive in Vietnam relative to income level. Average monthly income in VN is about 1/25th ($148 vs $3,714) of the US and yet real estate prices are fairly equal to the US when you consider the same amount of land. That makes ...
California prices ( home of the insane) don't reflect the rest of the nation! Read More
Sending things to Vietnam. Any suggestions or advice? by FinlayFinlayson
HiCan anyone help with advice or suggestions on this issue? The information below may also be of use to anyone sending goods to Vietnam.My son works as an English teacher in Saigon/HCM City and has done for the last two years. During his trip to the ...
I am in usa i will be back in Saigon Dec 8 Read More
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 ...
I have always believed in work just a little harder so when I am in my own time I don鈥檛 sweat 200k or a little extra to pay a reliable agent Read More
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 ...
Visa run Oct 291 visa arrives from my agent, I have used her for over 5 years2 my Grab 7 passenger car arrives on time at 7 am3 arrive Moc Bai 9 am4 a vn guy knocks on my window and says for $75 usd he will give me vip treatment including Cambodia ... Read More
Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
This thread is for everything Off-topic..........[img align=C]https://www.askideas.com/media/13/Burning-Whats-Up-Gif-Picture.gif[/img]
What鈥檚 the name of the restaurant. I see many foreigners in district 1 Read More
Fishing Saigon River by Friday with Mateo
Question ... I recently went fishing on the Saigon River near D2 ... caught a bunch of small catfish ... but threw them back, as I am not sure if they are safe to keep and eat ... any info out there on the safety of fish caught in rivers around the ...
I have water maker Read More
Fishing Saigon River by Friday with Mateo
Question ... I recently went fishing on the Saigon River near D2 ... caught a bunch of small catfish ... but threw them back, as I am not sure if they are safe to keep and eat ... any info out there on the safety of fish caught in rivers around the ...
My experience says if you won鈥檛 drink the water, don鈥檛 eat the food that lives in it! Read More
Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
This thread is for everything Off-topic..........[img align=C]https://www.askideas.com/media/13/Burning-Whats-Up-Gif-Picture.gif[/img]
No ink spots on them no tear no matter how small Read More
LETS HAVE A LAUGH BUT NO FILTH by goodolboy
windscreen wipers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=020InK5E99A
A farmer and his wife sat on the edge of their bed one night preparing for a restful sleep聽After several minutes 聽of silence the 聽ever thoughtful husband Joe grabs his wife鈥檚 breast and says @ Jill if this would give milk we ... Read More
Dentist experience by Diazo
I found a recommendation for a dentist here on the forum that included a link to World Wide Dental. For the life of me I can not find the post now. However, I used them and will share my experience. It was indeed, clean, nice staff with modern ...
Thanks to all Read More
Dentist experience by Diazo
I found a recommendation for a dentist here on the forum that included a link to World Wide Dental. For the life of me I can not find the post now. However, I used them and will share my experience. It was indeed, clean, nice staff with modern ...
Thank you Read More
Dentist experience by Diazo
I found a recommendation for a dentist here on the forum that included a link to World Wide Dental. For the life of me I can not find the post now. However, I used them and will share my experience. It was indeed, clean, nice staff with modern ...
Good morning聽Does anyone have a good dentist recommendation in hcmc 聽 I think crowns and fillings is what I need replaced.聽Thanks Read More
How can I improve my english only 1 month? by Ng Sunny
My english level A1.How can I improve my english only 1 month? I want to apply job at foreigner company at HCM C.
Listen to English musicWatch English television shows Read More
Current Covid Test Requirement for Entering Vietnam by MikeTVN
I plan to enter for the first time in May, 2022 and I need to know what is the exact requirement for a Covid test coming from the US? Thanks. I know it's been posted before but perhaps outdated.
Get the rt-pcr 聽 Watch your 72 hour time limit聽I have been in and out 4 times with a new test every timeI figure if I can鈥檛 afford the test I should stay home.Anything they want I have ready to save time at immigration聽 Read More
PCR Test for Covid by Swee Loke
Hi all, where can I find the cheapest PCR Test in HCM.? Its for pre-departure purpose. Thanks a million...
On Jan 11 I paid $185 us in Denver results within one hour Read More
back to vietnam on a commercial flight recently (last 2 weeks) by bizdeals
what is the procedure for entry? I have been given a number of the local authorities in saigon to call to advise them of my arrival on the 12th december. how much does the 7 day quarantine cost? thanks.
Greetings I am curious what sort of visa did you have for entry. Read More
Water Coming Up Floor Drain During Rain by mtgmike
The past two times it rained heavy, water came up the drain on the ground floor, a lot of it. We've been renting a house for a few years with no problem. Nobody else seems to be having a problem around us, and our water goes down the drain ...
I had this problem in US once. I was a able to buy a ball valve that would float up and prevent water from coming out of the drain. No idea if available in Vn. If you can find it perhaps think of something like a rubber ball you could force tight ... Read More
Arthritis specialist Hanoi by glen67
Hi All, I'm looking for a good clinic/doctor for my girlfriend's Father who is suffering badly with arthritis in his legs , he's 63 and been a manual worker most of life . He has no insurance and nobody in the family has asked for my ...
I am not a doctor & I just bought my first tube but was told many people are using this product. It came off the prescription list in the USA 3 months ago. I paid around $9 us. The name of the product is Diclofenac Gel. I have no idea if it ... Read More
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 ...
I have actually met several very sweet women on vc Read More
Heading Home by SteinNebraska
Finally decided to bite the bullet and head home to the US. I'v been in Vietnam for more than two years and haven't left VN at all probably like the rest of you since January 2020. Tickets bought for the three of us for March 25. I'm ...
Good for you, Go Huskers Read More
14 days or 21 days quarantine? by DeanJohnson
I know that VN govt has made an official statement about changing 14 days to 21 days quarantine. However i still have some evidences from my friends that some ppl from UK just got into VN after Tet still only have to go through the quarantine in 14 ...
My situation is as follows: 15 days quarantine in Hcmc after arrival from Us via Korea No contact with anyone upon release 7 hour private car ride to Dak Nong Now must quarantine an additional 14 days at home 7 consecutive negative covid tests So ... Read More
Exercise bike by Gerard65
Hi all Just arrived in HCMC, however in quarantine until the 19th of Feb. So stuck in a hotel room and looking for suggestions to either hire or buy an exercise bike for the remainder of my time in this hotel. Anyone got any suggestions or ...
I have 2 days left I had my hotel get me treadmill they also did bikes. Call your front desk and ask them to find one for you. or if you are not here try To preorder. Read More
Quarantine in Saigon by Hooked
Good morning Y鈥檃ll. I am on day 5 of myself imposed lockdown. Vn government thinks they did this to me but it was my choice to come. Things that make me smile today: Very happy that I prearranged a treadmill to rent and had it installed in ...
Google resistance bands and training Read More
Quarantine in Saigon by Hooked
Good morning Y鈥檃ll. I am on day 5 of myself imposed lockdown. Vn government thinks they did this to me but it was my choice to come. Things that make me smile today: Very happy that I prearranged a treadmill to rent and had it installed in ...
Exercise: I always carry stretch bands they are an excellent daily One door closes and another opens Read More
Should I kidnap my wife? (state of vaccines in VN) by gobot
Grrr, looking even grimmer. I'm not worried about getting sick, it is the borders. If I go I can't come back. [url=https://tuoitre.vn/vac-xin-covid-19-se-ve-viet-nam-trong-thang-2-ai-duoc-tiem-truoc-20210130231836299.htm]Jan 31 Toitre ...
Good day I am in quarantine here in vn and noticed your post Since Jan 30 2020 I have been to the following places Depart Hcmc Jan 30 2020 Los Angeles twice Mexico Seattle wa 3 times Vancouver Alaska Maui Hawaii Denver 4 times Both coast in ... Read More
Quarantine in Saigon by Hooked
Good morning Y鈥檃ll. I am on day 5 of myself imposed lockdown. Vn government thinks they did this to me but it was my choice to come. Things that make me smile today: Very happy that I prearranged a treadmill to rent and had it installed in ...
Yes so far in HCMC we still are at 14 but I am keeping my fingers crossed as all policies can change.. Read More
Quarantine in Saigon by Hooked
Good morning Y鈥檃ll. I am on day 5 of myself imposed lockdown. Vn government thinks they did this to me but it was my choice to come. Things that make me smile today: Very happy that I prearranged a treadmill to rent and had it installed in ...
I pray not, you get less time for armed robbery. I am at the Holiday bikes are Available as well as the treadmill, but prearrange Read More
Quarantine in Saigon by Hooked
Good morning Y鈥檃ll. I am on day 5 of myself imposed lockdown. Vn government thinks they did this to me but it was my choice to come. Things that make me smile today: Very happy that I prearranged a treadmill to rent and had it installed in ...
Hi I don鈥檛 know what鈥檚 all available ask at your quarantine site. Plan at least a week ahead. I had to prepay Read More
Quarantine in Saigon
Good morning Y鈥檃ll. I am on day 5 of myself imposed lockdown. Vn government thinks they did this to me but it was my choice to come. Things that make me smile today: Very happy that I prearranged a treadmill to rent and had it installed in ... Read More
Hotel deals D1? by Jeremy111
Does anyone know of any great hotel deals in D1 for Jan 16th? It's Anniversary time!!! Thanks.
Do you check prices on hotel.com Read More
Problem & looking for Solutions. I'm in America and she is in Vietnam by MikeTVN
I'm in America and my Fiance' is in Vietnam. We have been wanting to get married for almost one year now but we can not because of the borders being closed so I can not come to Vietnam. She can not get a visa to come to America. We can not ...
Try govietnamvisa.com They said they can get me in It will cost you $6-8000 inc quarantine and air Read More
c19 vaccine by samkuansiong
Hello, Does anyone know where and when can i get myself and my family vaccinated for c19 with Pfizer or Moderna in Ho Chi Minh? Also maybe know what will the costs be for a set of 2 doses per person? thanks
I am guessing your family is young, so even in a western country it may be June. However many are hesitant about taking vaccines thus supply may easily pass demand.. Read More
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 ...
If I have something important to do I don鈥檛 worry about ticket price. Really what a thousand extra. If your work doesn鈥檛 justify extra cost perhaps it鈥檚 you Read More
Motorbike License (Refreshing the thread of 2012) by danrodri
Hi all, disclaimer first of all: I carefully read the thread of 2012 on this topic, but I could imagine that things might have changed 8 years later, so allow me to open it as new thread. Now, I need to get a VN motorbike license. I currently ...
In the states I have a commercial license with motorcycle endorsements. In Vn they looked at my license and gave me similar endorsements. Thus I am good for cars, trucks, motorcycle on one license. Read More
Pay for quarantine now makes sense by SteinNebraska
https://tuoitrenews.vn/news/business/20200904/vietnam-plans-to-reopen-air-routes-to-6-intl-destinations-in-midseptember/56563.html Discussion of opening up air routes to non-citizens effective September 15.
Do you mean death certificate Read More
Obtaining a Medical License to Practice in Vietnam by Markdgal
Hello, everyone. I am a Canadian with a medical license in Canada and USA. I am wondering if any one has information on licensing and working in Vietnam. There was a similar question 2.5 years ago but no answer. I know in Vietnam, 2.5 years is a ...
I think opening a instacare clinic with a English speaking doctor would be an excellent idea. Read More
Keeping Seldom Used Motorbike Functional? by mtgmike
I haven't been using my motorbike as much lately and the battery has been dying. I think the last time I started it was about 5 weeks ago, today I can't even kick-start it. How often and how long with each ride do you suppose you'd ...
Drain the carburetor of all fuel Un hook battery cable to bike Read More
Keeping Seldom Used Motorbike Functional? by mtgmike
I haven't been using my motorbike as much lately and the battery has been dying. I think the last time I started it was about 5 weeks ago, today I can't even kick-start it. How often and how long with each ride do you suppose you'd ...
Yes I agree trickle charge and gas additive for storage if they sell it in Vn Read More
Vietnam allowing international flights starting September 1st, 2020? by zeubie
Hi Everyone, A Vietnamese friend of mine in Da Nang sent me the following article today: https://baodive.com/thoa-thuan-hop-tac-ve-giam-ngheo-ben-vung-duoc-ky-ket.html It is in Vietnamese, but I used Google to read the English translation. It ...
Hi Curious how you received VN visa. Read More
DT Visa Needed by Hooked
Howdy, Is there a quick and easy way to get the DT Visa, or a service that will sponsor? Thanks
I gave and opened in gf name and titled property in her name Read More
DT Visa Needed by Hooked
Howdy, Is there a quick and easy way to get the DT Visa, or a service that will sponsor? Thanks
Yes I aware it鈥檚 my understanding that a DT4 requires 1 billion Dong investment. But I have not seen any guideline on the type of investment or how to get a sponsor. I believe if one obtained a sponsor then the visa could be obtained. This ... Read More
DT Visa Needed
Howdy, Is there a quick and easy way to get the DT Visa, or a service that will sponsor? Thanks Read More