jrharvey
American expat in Vietnam
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Registration: 16 February 2023
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With fuel prices soaring, how are you getting around in Vietnam? by Veedushi
Hello everyone!In many countries, transportation costs are becoming a real challenge for expats. Some are completely changing their habits: using public transport more often, carpooling, switching to scooters鈥� or cycling.In Denmark, for ...
I have had an electric motorbike since early 2023. Totally unrelated to the fuel crisis my wife and I have been using the bus and the metro since she got pregnant early last year. It was more about being safe and staying off the road than worrying ... Read More
How's The Weather Where You Are? by Aidan in HCMC
Got a notice of "Severe Weather Alert" for the next 5 or 6 days.
High of 36c in Saigon today. Pretty hot but after having visited Singapore and Thailand this time of year seeing temps over 41c I cant complain. Read More
Raising kids the local way in Vietnam by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Raising children as an expat in Vietnam means discovering new parenting habits. School routines, discipline, food habits, independence, social life鈥� many things may work differently in Vietnam compared to your home ...
What has surprised you most about raising kids in Vietnam?My baby is only聽 3 months old so what I have experienced is only for newborns. Here are some things that shocked me to learn.Every Vietnamese person we met always thinks your baby is ... Read More
Remote work abroad by Derek Severin
Hello,I am looking for information regarding my potential future professional situation.I am a Belgian citizen currently living in Vietnam on a tourist visa. I recently got married to a Vietnamese citizen, which should allow me to apply for a ...
You probably wont get the most accurate answer here but I will say what I know to the best of my ability. Double check this with an experienced tax attorney here. Also keep in mind I went to 3 different attorneys and got 3 totally different answers ... Read More
Taking a dog to Vietnam by Nick Dunning
Hi Everyone. New here. I am planning to move to Vietnam permanently to teach English. I want to take my dog (small chihuahua) with me. I know this is do-able, but I am concerned that I won't find anywhere to live. I am planning on Hanoi - which i ...
@Nick Dunning There will be landlords that are dog friendly. Just be very clear and upfront with them. Know the rules of the apartment. Keep in mind that if you are renting a room in a much larger apartment development the landlord may say one ... Read More
Long term rentals and the law for foreigners by MarkinNam
Hi all, I'm seeing some chatter about the gov not allowing long term apartment leasing / renting, has anyone heard likewise ? If true, is there a way around it legitimate ? My friend suggested I rent with him and his wife. That would be difficult ! ...
Do you have any link to this possible law? I don't know how this would even be possible. Read More
Seeking Advice: Moving Belongings & a Cat to HCMC by vastuniverse102
Hi everyone! I鈥檓 planning a move to Ho Chi Minh City and would appreciate advice from anyone who鈥檚: - Shipping personal belongings (several boxes, not a full container) - Brought a pet into Vietnam. I鈥檓 brining my cat. (airlines, ...
@vastuniverse102 No. I think with all the proper paperwork and vaccines its not required. Contact an agent and they can guide you through it. Read More
Seeking Advice: Moving Belongings & a Cat to HCMC by vastuniverse102
Hi everyone! I鈥檓 planning a move to Ho Chi Minh City and would appreciate advice from anyone who鈥檚: - Shipping personal belongings (several boxes, not a full container) - Brought a pet into Vietnam. I鈥檓 brining my cat. (airlines, ...
I brought my dog to Vietnam and bringing a pet in is absolutely brutal. My wife and I did it ourselves but she is Vietnamese and it honestly took about a year to prepare everything. I would never do that again myself. I would use an experienced pet ... Read More
No gas Motor bikes- what will it mean? by Dannyroc3
If Gas bikes are banned in major cities it would seem there would be a price drop in the second hand bike market.It seems like an unworkable venture but....
For me, living in Saigon my real only dislike is the pollution lately. I have no idea what percentage is caused by motorbikes but I would like some breathable air again. Tet has been the only somewhat normal air quality in the 60s but before it was ... Read More
Tax Issues If Deposit VND Cash Into A VN Citizens Bank Acct? by Aidan in HCMC
I want to deposit VND to the account of a Vietnam citizen, but I'm wondering whether a large(-ish) cash amount will result in the account holder being subjected to any sort of tax, and/or scrutiny. Any member with experience in such matters?I'm not ...
@PhuNinhTim Were you on a tourist visa, VEC or TRC? I am just curious. Did they give you the chance to collect your money or did they just close right away? I heard some stories from others online that said their account was locked but they could ... Read More
VN Stock market. by Dannyroc3
While discussing some stock market topics with someone, I was asked how the VN stock market works.Not that I would get involved but how it works for locals? Do they have the equiv of an S&P500? Can people just open an account on line?A related ...
One thing that would keep me from investing in VN stocks is the new law that has a 2% tax on the total sale (not gains). So if you buy 50k work of stock and then sell it at 51k you basically break even. If you buy at 50k and sell at 50k you lots a ... Read More
Traffic law question by It2VN
I am referring to pedestrian crossings (as they are called in the UK); the white stripes across the street or road where pedestrians should be able to have priority over vehicles for safe crossing to the other side, the vehicles giving way or ...
Im not sure if I will get hate for saying this or not. Yes the laws are supposed to allow pedestrians to cross at crosswalks but we also have to be aware of the fact probably 90% of the drivers do not know or do not care. I actually dont remember ... Read More
Pet Relocation from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City - Looking for Advice by KB Vu
Hi everyone,I鈥檓 trying to relocate my fur baby from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and I鈥檇 really appreciate any advice or recommendations.He鈥檚 a Labrador Retriever, around 35kg, 7.5 ~ 8 years old, and this would be our ...
I brought my dog a few years ago. We didnt use an agent but I wish we had. DO NOT try this on your own if you value your pets life. Please contact Saigon Pet Hospital in Thao Dien Ho Chi Minh City. They are horrible vets from personal experience and ... Read More
Tax Issues If Deposit VND Cash Into A VN Citizens Bank Acct? by Aidan in HCMC
I want to deposit VND to the account of a Vietnam citizen, but I'm wondering whether a large(-ish) cash amount will result in the account holder being subjected to any sort of tax, and/or scrutiny. Any member with experience in such matters?I'm not ...
My wife and I have passed back and forth on multiple occasions hundreds of millions of VND due to her account being hacked a few times. Somehow, someone had a fake old ID of hers and was using it to gain access and create other accounts. Hopefully ... Read More
Market price of house lease in Vietnam by regions by yoonkyoungsuh
Dear all,I'm trying to explore and understand 1 bedroom/ 2bedrooms housing lease cost(market average cost) per regions in Vietnam
I am currently living in a heavily Korean populated area of Ho Chi Minh City. If you are coming for work I am assuming you may be in District 7 or District 2. The prices vary widely but would also depend on the specific building and specific area. ... Read More