Leon French
American expat in Cambodia
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Registration: 28 May 2022
Frequency of power cut / internet cut in Siem Reap by expatr123
Hi everybody, I eventually plan to move to Siem Reap for a long period. I heard about powercuts / internetcuts that can occur from time to time. Let's define an Internet cut when internet is cut for more than 30 minutes. On average, how many ...
using your phone for a hotspot solves the internet issue. Most shortages are less than 15 mins. Read More
pros and cons on the area you're living by GuestPoster951
Hi there,I'm considering retiremant in Cambodia.I'm interested in where to go?Maybe some of you could give some pros and cons on the area you're living?
@Huey N Rolf Loving Siem Reap though pretty hot March and April. Great place to live Read More
Retirement Extension and Bank Accounts by zeubie
Hi everyone,I will be heading over the Cambodia in the next few weeks and after I land (and get an ordinary visa on arrival), I will be getting the Retirement Extension of Stay (I am 58). Just a quick question: Are people who have this extension ...
1 yr visas are easy and nothing to show. $280US. I opened up an account from CANADIA BANK here but you should shop around and ask about wiring money policy. Leon in Siem Reap. Read More
Retiring in Cambodia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Cambodia? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
@mcbrienfrank617 If your over 55 you can easily get the 1 year multi entry visa for $290. Superb living conditions here in Siem Reap, good food, friendly locals, clean air, very walkable city. I get by on $700 but I dont drink or get high. Read More
Koh Kong province by Ladytravel
Hi!We are living in Cambodia currently and looking for moving to Koh Kong Province.Is there an occidental community there?Is there opportunities for working as a westerners there?Are there International schools or International Hospital in this ...
I am happily living in Siem Reap but Koh Kong Province has intrieged me. If you learn any info please pass it on. Leon Read More
Visa Rumbilings by GuestPoster33980
I have a Canadian acquaintance that now lives in Siem Reap that has been in Cambodia for several years now. I was discussing with him concerning Cambodia being the easiest country in S.E. Asia for ex-pats to acquire long-term immigration visas. I ...
Ive been here for 5 months now and I am very comfortable on about $700 US. I dont drink or get high so that may be my advantage. Read More
Websites to look for accommodation in Cambodia by oshudofsky
@Julien Hi there I am a woman, 65 years of age and live in the Netherlands. I would love to retire to a warm and cheaper country (because of my not to big a pension) where obtaining a retirement visa without too many hassle and there should be scuba ...
@oshudofsky I used Facebook marketplace to find my apt in Siem Reap, you can also contact real estate agents in the area you are interested in. Read More
Getting 1 year visa extension of E visa in Pnom Penh? by narcrepellant2525
Can somebody recommend good agent?
@Twiggy57 I travelled from Siem Reap to get the 1 yr extention in person. They refused me because I could not show documentation of pension or income. Long trip for nothing. If you hire a visa service to do the deed they charge around $290 and you ... Read More
Relocation Options by Arthur Howard
I am retired, single, presently living in San Diego,76, fit and active. I would like to consider my options presently with a monthly budget of $1500 per month for retirement living in Seam Reap. Also, what my medical options also may be there? I ...
@rkroeger22Dear RKRoger retired here in Siem Reap 4 months ago wonder what kind of ngo work are you doing. I love it here but probably should get myself involved with something .I am almost 70 from USA. Leon Read More
Websites to look for accommodation in Cambodia by oshudofsky
@Julien Hi there I am a woman, 65 years of age and live in the Netherlands. I would love to retire to a warm and cheaper country (because of my not to big a pension) where obtaining a retirement visa without too many hassle and there should be scuba ...
@oshuI retired 4 months ago to Siem Reap 70 yr old yank. Highly recommend this town. clean air walkable, very friendly people, My modern apt with AC kitchen bathroom and balcony is $130 a month. I dont drink or smoke so I spend ... Read More
Websites to look for accommodation in Cambodia by oshudofsky
@Julien Hi there I am a woman, 65 years of age and live in the Netherlands. I would love to retire to a warm and cheaper country (because of my not to big a pension) where obtaining a retirement visa without too many hassle and there should be scuba ...
you can check facebook marketplace housing siem reap cambodia Read More
Websites to look for accommodation in Cambodia by oshudofsky
@Julien Hi there I am a woman, 65 years of age and live in the Netherlands. I would love to retire to a warm and cheaper country (because of my not to big a pension) where obtaining a retirement visa without too many hassle and there should be scuba ...
I retired 4 months ago to Siem Reap 70 yr old yank. Highly recommend this town. clean air walkable, very friendly people, My modern apt with AC kitchen bathroom and balcony is $130 a month. I dont drink or smoke so I spend about $600 a month for ... Read More
dermotologist
Looking for dermotologist who can remove skin tags and warts in Siem Reap Read More
Tourist visas are back by JoeKhmer
T-visas (tourist visas) can now be applied for at Cambodian embassies/consulates. Cheers. Joe
enter on the Ordinary Visa not Tourist. 3 weeks later go to a travel agent who does visa service. $295 for 12 month multiple entry Read More
Best place to live in Cambodia by ptj001
Hi my name is Peter I am moving to Cambodia next month, I am 62 years old but keep myself very fit and want to carry out walks of at least 10 miles per day, just wondering where would be the best place to live, I was thinking Sihanoukville but I am ...
@ptj001 Hi Leon 69 yrs old american retired Ive been living in Siem Reap for 3 montha and I love it. Very walkable city very friendly people many supermarkets great cafes and clean air. Im renting a modern apt with AC Kitchen fridge stove ... Read More
Cambodia r visa by Teatowel
I'm mid 50s and thinking about checking out Cambodia as somewhere to retire. Lived in Sydney Australia my whole life will never be able to retire here unless I wanna live on the scabby pension and eat dog food. However I could generate a passive ...
@Teatowel No problem Teatowel I just started living here 3 months ago as a retiree from the US. The ORDINARY (not tourist) entry visa is $35 and the 1 year multiple entry extension is is $300 , not neccissary to show anything but a passport and ... Read More
New members of the Cambodia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Cambodia 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 ...
@patricksgonefishn Retired 69 yr old American (will never go back) 30 years in Asia mostly India, Nepal, Thailand,Bali. Just found great housing here in Siem Reap, lovely town very friendly people very affordable. Clean air. Read More
"Tuk Tuk" why you rip me off ? by crispyegg2001
Does anyone think that these guys, will ever learn that it's bad practice to rip tourists off.I have tried to offer them the same as pasapp, which is way more than the locals pay.Then I walk off and suddenly it's Ok ! $1 not $3.Sorry by this time ...
I think it would be more fun just to buy a tuk tuk Read More
Cambodian Visa's - Essential Information by rarky
[b][u]Types of Visa[/u][/b] VOA applicants must submit passport, application forms, a recent passport photo, and other documents as determined by the status of stay. (Note: All prices are quoted in US Dollars) [b]1 - T-Type (Tourist) - ...
I heard you can get the 1 year visa extension from the office near the Phnom Penh airport 21 days after landing for $190 as opposed to $280 Is this true....... Read More
Rental Housing by thepilatesloft1
I know I will most likely be told it is a personal preference, but I feel the need to inquire. 聽As I am looking at rentals in Siem Reap I am curious. 聽Is there any advantage to renting an apartment in a building with numerous rentals or a ...
@mpmilestogo Thank M I'm looking at a apt tomorrow with the works $130 month to month........Also meeting with a guy that has one for $150 Long term. Just retired from Phoenix------not goin back I watch Red Wings, Lions & Tigers using ... Read More
Rental Housing by thepilatesloft1
I know I will most likely be told it is a personal preference, but I feel the need to inquire. 聽As I am looking at rentals in Siem Reap I am curious. 聽Is there any advantage to renting an apartment in a building with numerous rentals or a ...
69 yr old retired American, quiet ex Buddhist monk, arriving in SR Oct 4th, looking for long term small apt or studio $80-$125 a month, walking distance to food and services. ( not too isolated) wifi, kitchen , ac, hot water, building generator a ... Read More
Visa requirements by nhatrang2
I'm looking for information on visa requirements for Cambodia i would like to come for 3 months to start and then decide on later I'm thinking about penomh Penh, thanks
only info I know is if you get the tourist visa you can only stay maximum 2 months better to get the ORDINARY visa ( same cost) extendable up to 1 year for $280. Visa on arrival no problem You have to pay in US $ cash聽 聽$35 Read More
Room or apartment in Kampot by ChrisC55
Hi everyone. Does anyone have information or tips on renting a room or apartment in Kampot for a month? 1 bedroom.聽Thanks in advance.聽Regards,聽Chris
its a good place to hang for a while Read More
Room or apartment in Kampot by ChrisC55
Hi everyone. Does anyone have information or tips on renting a room or apartment in Kampot for a month? 1 bedroom.聽Thanks in advance.聽Regards,聽Chris
Hey Chris聽 聽 聽 I stayed for聽 a month at Good Morning Kampot right on the river for $7 a night. Great location near all the expat cafes and pubs. For long term stays there are 2 real estate agents at the ICE CREAM & PIE shop ... Read More