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August Choong

August

@August Choong

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Malaysian expat in Vietnam

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About me

Malaysian

Lives in My Tho

Speaks English, Chinese, Malay, Spanish, Vietnamese

Registration: 13 January 2013

August Choong
August Choong replied to a thread
9 years ago

Market Research Remittance

@Jaitch, any recommendation for the cheapest way to remit the money out from Vietnam? I wanted to find the agent for my remittance to Malaysia. Thanks Read More

August Choong
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9 years ago
singlefree

How to send money back home the easiest and the cheapest? by singlefree

I am from the Philippines and working here in Hai Phong for a language center. Just today, I was supposed to send money but when I went to Western Union, the bank said that their transaction is just to receive and referred me to a bigger bank. ...

August Choong

There is no other way to transfer your money back to your country legally. I have to talked to my company to bank in my salary in HSBC Vietnam and used the HSBC remittance services to transfer money back to my country. It takes 3-4 working days and ... Read More

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9 years ago
August Choong

Engineering vacancy by August Choong

Hi I am a mechanical engineer and current working in one of the manufacturing plant in Malaysia. I am keen to move out to Vietnam, Hanoi to continue my career. May I know are the any opportunity for me to live and work in Vietnam? I will send all ...

August Choong

Hi haasirait, Yes, Im in Vietnam now.. How about u? Read More

August Choong
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10 years ago

Apartment to rent for a day

Thank you so much for recommendation! I have found one with 10 pax max. I think that is enough currently. Read More

August Choong
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10 years ago

Apartment to rent for a day

Hi all we would like to held an apartment party among our colleagues. May I know are there any apartment/villa available in district 1 or district 7 to rent for a day with 16 peoples? Thanks for your recommendation! Read More

August Choong
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11 years ago
aaando

anyone know good place in HCMC by aaando

Hello strangers ! i live in HANOI and i plan to go to HCMC in this Vietnam long holidays~ and i wanna eat or drink good place the place that i hope nice view :) if u know any place plz recomend me !! and u can ask me about hanoi everything ! ;)

August Choong

U may try pizza 4 p at the le thanh ton street. Good pizza there Read More

August Choong
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11 years ago
Kat Pham

SINGLE GROUP IN HO CHI MINH by Kat Pham

Hi guys, I dont know this is good idea or not but anyway I saw that many people are single and really want to hang out in weekend or sometimes with another who are same with them. Sometime one of you don't know the place to go because you just ...

August Choong

Interesting. May I join the group? Pls. keep me update with the event~ Thanks Read More

August Choong
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11 years ago
ytjnm234

How about a gathering? by ytjnm234

Hi All expats & Vietnamese in town, how do u do? I work in Hanoi for several years, I wonder how many Asian expats are in the town as I do, why not we have a gathering to share our experience in Hanoi. If u are reading this message, u r welcome ...

August Choong

It looks the same here.. Read More

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11 years ago
benjamin123

any malaysian in hcmc? by benjamin123

hi im andrew from malaysia, just start working in hcmc about 2 weeks, would like to make friend with those malaysian who working here to hang out :)

August Choong

Hi, I am August, From Penang, Malaysia~ Nice to meet u! Read More

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12 years ago
August Choong

Land to buy by August Choong

Does anyone know who to contact with if I would like to buy the land in Tan Trung industrial park in Hai Duong (North of Vietnam)?

August Choong

I work in the project management department in the foreign invested company in Vietnam. I am looking for the land in Hai Duong for our plat expansion to the north of Vietnam. And we already determined which industrial park to go for just need to ... Read More

August Choong
August Choong created a thread
12 years ago

Land to buy

Does anyone know who to contact with if I would like to buy the land in Tan Trung industrial park in Hai Duong (North of Vietnam)? Read More

August Choong
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12 years ago

Hardware shop in HCMC

Thank you so much for your information! I am going now.. Hope can find something there.. Read More

August Choong
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12 years ago

Hardware shop in HCMC

Any Hardware shop to be recommended in HCMC? I want to buy a huge quantity of bolts and Nuts. Read More

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12 years ago
August Choong

Lol... Too late to see this post~ Read More

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12 years ago
jritoo

Is 1700 USD enough for two to live in Hanoi? by jritoo

Hi, I want to know whether $ 1700 per month will be enough for two in Hanoi? will it cover fully furnished accommodation, electricity, good speed internet, travelling & entertainment. I want to also know whether domestic help is available & is it ...

August Choong

Nothing is cheap in HCMC... 1.7k is just enough for a month's expenses.. Read More

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12 years ago
I do believe

How many expats have had to pay bribes to police? by I do believe

I have been stopped by the police maybe 10 times over the last few years for driving in the wrong lane, driving the wrong way on a one way street and speeding. Most of the time I get stopped for not being in that narrow right hand lane for ...

August Choong

I do have such experience! Feeling great! Read More

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12 years ago
Huyen Ly

Visit Phu Quoc in end of March by Huyen Ly

I'm planning to visit Phu Quoc in 3 days (29th March - 31 March), anyone has been there please suggest which Hotel or Guest House is good. My trip will be a bagpack only, so any accommodation with cheap price and acceptable quality would be fine. ...

August Choong

Thank you for your post! I am planning my trip to this island in this coming May 14. It really helps! Read More

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12 years ago
August Choong

Sorry. I am actually typing something with cap lock... Forgot to unable it.. Will take note for my next post. Thanks for remind! Read More

August Choong
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12 years ago

Oil tank construction

Dear all, I'm looking for the feedmill oil tank designer and contractor for my project in Tien Giang Province, Vietnam. Kindly please PM me if you have any recommendation. Thanks! Read More

August Choong
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12 years ago
coolsandythombare

Living cost in Malaysia by coolsandythombare

Dear All, I got offer from Malaysia. They are offering me 7500 RM per month. I am single. Is it enough in Malaysia ? Please reply. Thank in advance.

August Choong

It depends on what kind of life you are looking for. Some people would be able to save money and satisfy with RM 5000 while some even not enough with RM 10,000. Need to plan the financial wisely with RM 7,500. Rm 7,500 is a good salary for some of ... Read More

August Choong
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12 years ago
August Choong

WHY MUST WESTERNER? NOT PEOPLE FROM OTHER REGION? Read More

August Choong
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12 years ago

Cost of Living in BUR

It depends on what kind of life you are looking for. Some people are satisfy with 1000 BND and some people feels not enough for life with 3000 BND. Read More

August Choong
August Choong replied to a thread
12 years ago

Work Permit Application

I think your employer will help you proceed the Visa application in Brunei. You have you ask them for detail.. Read More

August Choong
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12 years ago

Working in Brunei

You are Singaporean. Earning Singapore dollar is the same as earning Brunei dollar. Why want to go Brunei. I've 1 year of working experience in Brunei and I would prefer to work in Singapore instead. :) Read More

August Choong
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12 years ago
Canadian-Venezuelan

Possible relocation to o Brunei by Canadian-Venezuelan

Hi, My husband has a job opportunity in Brunei and since I am going to be I stay at home mom I would like to know how is the internet service (skipe and FaceTime); I have read that internet there is very slow and telephone companies are a bit ...

August Choong

Nothing much in Brunei besides lots of cars. Relaxing life and for sure you will have plenty of time with your family in house (without going to Malaysia) as not much entertainment in Brunei and it usually traffic congested on the way to Malaysia ... Read More

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12 years ago
thepulser89

Moving to Vietnam as an expat? by thepulser89

Hi everyone I have dilemma that I might need your advice. Let start with some information about myself. I am 25, Sydney banker, moved to Australia from Vietnam when I was young and have spent most of my life here. I love traveling and when I was ...

August Choong

Dear Alex Same as you. I born in Malaysia. I've working experience in US, Brunei and now in Vietnam. If you ask me do I regret to come in and working here? I would say - No Regret! You are different, you spent most of your time in Vietnam since ... Read More

August Choong
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12 years ago
I do believe

Why don't Vietnamese understand Vietnamese spoken by a foreigner? by I do believe

Having lived in Vietnam for 6 years and studied Vietnamese at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities it never ceases to amaze me that if I speak and pronounce a Vietnamese phrase perfectly to most Vietnamese, they don't understand me. ...

August Choong

So do i~ Sometime I really have a doubt about my English proficiency when I speak with Vietnamese ... :( Read More

August Choong
August Choong replied to a thread
12 years ago

Yellow Lemon

I brought my lemom in Metro Tu Dau Mot few months ago. But I cant find it in Metro Tu Dau Mot recently. However, I would try the Metro in HCMC. Thank you so much for your recommendation! Read More

August Choong
August Choong replied to a thread
12 years ago

Yellow Lemon

Agree with you! Lemon in yellow color while lime is green in color. However, those both appear with the same "Chanh" in Vietnamese.. Just need to add the color in front of "chanh" to represent the different kind of fruit, Read More

August Choong
August Choong replied to a thread
12 years ago
I do believe

Why don't Vietnamese understand Vietnamese spoken by a foreigner? by I do believe

Having lived in Vietnam for 6 years and studied Vietnamese at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities it never ceases to amaze me that if I speak and pronounce a Vietnamese phrase perfectly to most Vietnamese, they don't understand me. ...

August Choong

Yes! Totally agree with you! I've to make a call to supplier to ask for the information sometime. They just hang up the call when they can't understand your Vietnamese! Read More

August Choong
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12 years ago

Yellow Lemon

Hi, I've been looking for Yellow Lemon for such a long time and still unable to get it in HCMC. Any idea on where to buy the yellow lemon in HCMC? Read More

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12 years ago
August Choong

Looking house for rent by August Choong

Dear all, I'm new posted in Chau Thanh District for the new factory construction project for my company. I'm looking for the house to rent in this area or somewhere the city nearby like My Tho or Tan An. Can anybody refer me to correct property ...

August Choong

We intended to rent a villa. The term and renting fees will be discussed in detail. Read More

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12 years ago
August Choong

Looking house for rent by August Choong

Dear all, I'm new posted in Chau Thanh District for the new factory construction project for my company. I'm looking for the house to rent in this area or somewhere the city nearby like My Tho or Tan An. Can anybody refer me to correct property ...

August Choong

Yeah! This is what I am thinking of. I've called some of the owner for the house renting. They still prefer to sell it off rather than rent it temporary. Read More

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12 years ago
August Choong

Looking house for rent by August Choong

Dear all, I'm new posted in Chau Thanh District for the new factory construction project for my company. I'm looking for the house to rent in this area or somewhere the city nearby like My Tho or Tan An. Can anybody refer me to correct property ...

August Choong

I am staying in the Chau Thanh District which is in the Tien Giang Province.. I dont drive around the city. I just search some information in internet can call them up one by one for house renting. Usually for the sales house, the owner prefer to ... Read More

August Choong
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12 years ago

Anyone in My Tho (south of Saigon)

Hello, I am in this area. Are u in My Tho already? Read More

August Choong
August Choong created a thread
12 years ago

Looking house for rent

Dear all, I'm new posted in Chau Thanh District for the new factory construction project for my company. I'm looking for the house to rent in this area or somewhere the city nearby like My Tho or Tan An. Can anybody refer me to correct property ... Read More

August Choong
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12 years ago
enigma1981

My vietnamese girlfriend cannot stay at my house in vietnam overnight by enigma1981

Today i went to the local police station in da nang,cause i just renewed my visa,and the policeman told me they have right to check my house which i rented one month ago anytime even at mid-night?! And my vietnamese girlfriend cannot stay at my ...

August Choong

Ohhh.. Sucks.. and the weird law also.. I believe that the police is trying to pick out some money from you pocket. This is Vietnam.. Read More

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13 years ago
alex kh

how to get job visa in Brunei by alex kh

Hi guys my nationality is Iranian and im living in Malaysia by using student visa. i would like to to find job and work in Brunei but i don't know how should i apply for job visa!!?? please help me if you have any information about getting job visa ...

August Choong

Manirehan, since you are Brunaian, it should be pretty easy for you to get a job in Brunei. Good luck! Read More

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13 years ago
shaikr

cost of living in kula lampur malasiya by shaikr

hi, i got an job offer as mysql dba in kula lampur . Location is Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Salary Range:5000-6000 Malaysia Ringates Client Provides the following Free A) Client Company will apply for your 2 year working visa ...

August Choong

Hi my friend, According to her, the company will remit the tax from the salary and submit to relevant authority. From my understanding, "remit" means deduct the salary according to the taxation percentage. That means the amount that she mentioned ... Read More

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13 years ago
alex kh

how to get job visa in Brunei by alex kh

Hi guys my nationality is Iranian and im living in Malaysia by using student visa. i would like to to find job and work in Brunei but i don't know how should i apply for job visa!!?? please help me if you have any information about getting job visa ...

August Choong

Hi, Do you have any work experience? I believe there is possibility for you to come over Brunei to work as Civil engineer in construction field. Don't worry much about the work visa. As long as you got the job in Brunei, the company will ... Read More

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13 years ago
shaikr

cost of living in kula lampur malasiya by shaikr

hi, i got an job offer as mysql dba in kula lampur . Location is Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Salary Range:5000-6000 Malaysia Ringates Client Provides the following Free A) Client Company will apply for your 2 year working visa ...

August Choong

Well, please make sure that your husband got the job offer in Malaysia with the salary of that range. If yes, the life is good! Else, it would be a tough. To be honest, the taxes in Malaysia for foreigner is high. Please negotiate with the ... Read More

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13 years ago
waxxweazle

Expected salary calculation by waxxweazle

Hi everyone, This forum has been a huge help so far ;) I would like to relocate to KL and find a job. I'm aware of the fact that if someone is looking for a job individually it weakens his position, so probably I can't ask for a lot of money. ...

August Choong

Hi If you are planning to have your own transport, please come into account of your monthly fuel expenses. Averagely, RM 200-300 of the fuel expenses needed for a normal working people in the KL area in a month. Besides, you need to check whether ... Read More

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13 years ago
Pclai

Living standard in Kuala Lumpur by Pclai

I understand that living standard in Kuala Lumpur increase . I was at one Utama and have small drink at toast box, cannot believe it Tea C cost me RM2.30!!! Is just small cup only .. How KL people survive ? I think Singapore living standards much ...

August Choong

I am currently living and work in Brunei. To be honest, Brunei is very relaxing country. You know, I go to work at 8.00 am and back from work at 5.00 pm. I never have any chances to do my OT as the work load is just enough for you to get it done ... Read More

August Choong
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13 years ago
Kristine1991

Halo, Kristine is me, Chinese-Vietnamese girl o(^.^)0 nice to meet u! by Kristine1991

Hello everyone, My name is Kristine, 22 years old. My parents are Chinese and I was born in HCM, Vietnam. Currrently, I am spending (3 months) my summer vocation in HCM, Vietnam meanwhile doing my intership here. Actually, I study full time Degree ...

August Choong

Hi, I am coming to HCMC soon this coming August. Nice to meet you! Read More

August Choong
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13 years ago

salary in johor

Sounds fishy... Why the boss would offer RM 3.5k for a CC worker? Normally the local price is less than RM 1k and no accommodation provided. If that is the case, the salary is much higher than a local engineer salary :) Read More

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13 years ago
Sneh_k

Cost of Living in Malaysia by Sneh_k

Hi, I have been offerred a job in Malaysia (Cyberjaya) as Manager in Back Office Operations. I have 14 years Experience in Capital Markets and am currently based out of India. I am a post graduate in MBA with lots of additional qualifications and ...

August Choong

Hi, It all depends on your life style in Malaysia. You need to ask yourself some question 1. What kind of life you are looking for if you come to Malaysia? 2. How much money do you want to save in a month when you come here to work. 3. Did you ... Read More

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13 years ago

Need advice for company welfare for employee

If u are looking for the job in Vietnam with better welfare and benefits, I would recommend you to go for MNC and dont go for the local one. Read More

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August Choong replied to a thread
13 years ago
saandy678

Where to go in Malaysia? by saandy678

Hi:) I'm currently living in KL, doing my internhip. I would like to see some interesting places in Malaysia, especially islands, nature etc. So far I have see only KL city, Malaka and I spent few days on Langkawi. Can you recommend me some ...

August Choong

I would recommend you to have short trip to Penang Island. An amazing place to travel! You will definitely like this island very much! It is about 5 hours bus journey from KL. Besides, you can consider Sg. Lembing. A great place which attract ... Read More

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13 years ago
grvsekhri

7000 RM, on a 2 year contract job by grvsekhri

Hi I am being offered 7000 RM per month, with a contract of 2 year, I am having 2.5 years experience in IT. Would like to know if 7000 is right and enough to survive comfortably? I am vegetarian guy, is vegetarian food expensive there? Thanks in ...

August Choong

Rm 7000 is very good salary for a single man! Well, you can find the vegetarian food anywhere in Malaysia as the vegetarian population in Malaysia are increasing. Yet, the food is not expensive though. By the way, watch out your life style in ... Read More

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13 years ago
vaisriva

i got a offer for KL loaction, by vaisriva

Hi All, I an from bangalore, India. i got a offer for KL loaction. Having 12 Yrs of exp. banking services. They offered me 15000 RM/Month. I am coming with my wife and 8 year Kid studied in class 3. Is that salary is enough for me with some ...

August Choong

Hi With the years of experiences you have, it is sure that u are considered as expatriate with very good package. Try to negotiate with the accommodation and the transportation. If you can manage to ask for the above two item, your life would be ... Read More

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13 years ago
waxxweazle

Expected salary calculation by waxxweazle

Hi everyone, This forum has been a huge help so far ;) I would like to relocate to KL and find a job. I'm aware of the fact that if someone is looking for a job individually it weakens his position, so probably I can't ask for a lot of money. ...

August Choong

Hi If you wanted to save more, you can consider to rent a room rather than a house. I believe the rental fees for the room in KL is roughly RM 500. It will help you save a lot in this sense. The rest of the item, I would say you have done your ... Read More

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13 years ago
pradee

Job offer in Malaysia, Johor Baharu by pradee

Hi eveyone... i got job in malaysia johor baharu... i am electrical engineer from india... they are offering me salary of 1800 USD per month..is this salary is sufficient to stay in malaysia...?they are offering me room and vehicle facility.. and ...

August Choong

I would say it is enough since your company already provided you with all the basic needs (accommodation and transportation). The most highest expenses is the accommodation and it already covered by your company. With the salary of 1800 USD, you ... Read More

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13 years ago

How can I get a job in malaysia

Hi, Please don't come to Malaysia solely looking for the job. Else, you will be offered with very low package because they might press your value down as they know you solely need the job to survive. Try to apply it in your country through email ... Read More

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13 years ago
Pclai

Living standard in Kuala Lumpur by Pclai

I understand that living standard in Kuala Lumpur increase . I was at one Utama and have small drink at toast box, cannot believe it Tea C cost me RM2.30!!! Is just small cup only .. How KL people survive ? I think Singapore living standards much ...

August Choong

I would say the hiking up of the pricing in Malaysia is partly due to the government policy. They don't even welly control the economy in Malaysia. Based on my understanding, lots of countries (not even Malaysia) are facing the increasing of the ... Read More

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13 years ago
jackydo

hi everyone! is there any vietnamese ppl here???? by jackydo

hi there! my name is jacky i come from vietnam at the moment, i"m staying in singapore to find job! but the thing is goverment"s singapore try to reduce down number of foreigner so i"m moving to KL to look for job anyway i"m a bit nervous about the ...

August Choong

Hi, My advice is contact the local restaurant or hotel personally. Don't rely much on the job agency in Malaysia as most of the vacant is for local people. Thanks! Read More

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13 years ago
irene327

Looking for a job in Malaysia by irene327

Hi, I'm a Filipino expat in the UAE and I was just wondering if I could get a job in KL, my specialization is Accounts and Administration. How is it possible to get a job there? Do I need to come to apply in person or the online application is ...

August Choong

Hi This post seems to be "N" years ago! :) However I would like to share a little bit about my experience to those working person who like to work as expatriate in other country. I'm Malaysia and personally I would like to work in oversea for ... Read More

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13 years ago
enigma1981

Does any chinese or taiwanese people living in danang? by enigma1981

i stay in da nang for long time,but i never meet any chinese people in bar or coffee shop,so strange.Hope to meet some chinese expats in danang.

August Choong

I think there are lots of Chinese people in Danang. I've been to Danang before and I manage to meet up with someone. Read More

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13 years ago
expat.com

Living in Brunei by expat.com

You are living in Brunei, or you used to live in Brunei. [b]Share your experience![/b] How would you describe life in Brunei? Has it been complicated to settle down, to find an accommodation and a job? Is it complicated to make friends in ...

August Choong

Hi, I am young and below 30. :) Penang is very nice and beautiful places. There are lots of beautiful beaches, great night life, delicious food and enriched life there.. Where are u now? In Brunei Read More

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13 years ago
expat.com

Living in Brunei by expat.com

You are living in Brunei, or you used to live in Brunei. [b]Share your experience![/b] How would you describe life in Brunei? Has it been complicated to settle down, to find an accommodation and a job? Is it complicated to make friends in ...

August Choong

Kampong, I strongly agree with you. Its kind of boring place especially for young people like me. Furthermore, I come from Penang Island, which is a city with lots of entertainment and delicious food. I can't stay here anymore.. Read More

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13 years ago
expat.com

Living in Brunei by expat.com

You are living in Brunei, or you used to live in Brunei. [b]Share your experience![/b] How would you describe life in Brunei? Has it been complicated to settle down, to find an accommodation and a job? Is it complicated to make friends in ...

August Choong

I've been working in Brunei since end of last year. Below are my finding and experiences during these months in Brunei. How would you describe life in Brunei? Life in Brunei is relaxing. (Me and my friend's company) back at 5.oopm sharp. No ... Read More

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13 years ago
Julien

5 good reasons for living in Brunei by Julien

Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Brunei, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien

August Choong

I would say... 1. Cheap price in petrol and diesel 2. Cheap food especially in pasar Gadong 3. Cheap car as taxation is zero. 4. Rental cost is much lower compared to Singapore while earning as same as Singapore. 5. Relaxing life in Brunei. Read More

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13 years ago
August Choong

Living in hanoi by August Choong

Hi all, Just to know that what is the expected salary a foreigner should earn in order to live comfortable in Hanoi? The amount earn shall include the tax and accommodation. Thanks for your comments~

August Choong

Hi Chioi, Thank you so much for your comment. I think I know which categories I am in now. I actually got a job in Vietnam with an expatriate package whereby the company provides most of the basic needs to me. I think I would life comfortable in ... Read More

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13 years ago
August Choong

Living in hanoi by August Choong

Hi all, Just to know that what is the expected salary a foreigner should earn in order to live comfortable in Hanoi? The amount earn shall include the tax and accommodation. Thanks for your comments~

August Choong

Thank u so much for your comments! :) Hope to see u guys again! Read More

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13 years ago
August Choong

Living in hanoi by August Choong

Hi all, Just to know that what is the expected salary a foreigner should earn in order to live comfortable in Hanoi? The amount earn shall include the tax and accommodation. Thanks for your comments~

August Choong

In a week, 1-2 times hang out to have my meal in the restaurant, travel once in 3 months time, stay in a simple room with A/C equipped, go for gym room 5 times a week. I dont really like Alcohol. But I still can drink when there is invitation from ... Read More

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13 years ago

Living in hanoi

Hi all, Just to know that what is the expected salary a foreigner should earn in order to live comfortable in Hanoi? The amount earn shall include the tax and accommodation. Thanks for your comments~ Read More

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13 years ago

Job seeking

Hi Aurelie, Thank you for your advise! Read More

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13 years ago
prime of zahra

How find job in brunei (related engineer) by prime of zahra

Hello, :) I am Zahra and come from Indonesia. I am 26 years old and I am graduated from electrical engineering (control system/telecomunnication. Now, i work in airlines in indonesia. But I looking for job in Brunei.. Does everyone know how to ...

August Choong

Hi Sorry to say that this is not my field. But, if there are any information from my side, I am willing to share with you. Good luck! Read More

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13 years ago
prime of zahra

How find job in brunei (related engineer) by prime of zahra

Hello, :) I am Zahra and come from Indonesia. I am 26 years old and I am graduated from electrical engineering (control system/telecomunnication. Now, i work in airlines in indonesia. But I looking for job in Brunei.. Does everyone know how to ...

August Choong

What kind of job are you looking for? Something related to airline? Read More

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13 years ago

find job in Malaysia

Hi One very good website (Linked in). There lots of job advertisement there for the professional vacancy. Try to have a look there! I got my job offer in Vietnam in this website ~ Read More

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13 years ago
Sneh_k

Cost of Living in Malaysia by Sneh_k

Hi, I have been offerred a job in Malaysia (Cyberjaya) as Manager in Back Office Operations. I have 14 years Experience in Capital Markets and am currently based out of India. I am a post graduate in MBA with lots of additional qualifications and ...

August Choong

I am not sure how the life you can have with the salary of 85000 Indian Rupee in India. But with the salary of RM 4500.00 in Malaysia especially near KL area, it would be tough. Unless you plan to spent all the money you earn in Malaysia for your ... Read More

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13 years ago

find job in Malaysia

Try google and some other HR consultant website like jobstreet.com and so on.. Good luck in your job seeking! Read More

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13 years ago

Penang

Well, I miss Penang so much.. :) Have a good time in Penang! Read More

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13 years ago
bruneinewbie

Soon to be Brunei Newbie by bruneinewbie

Hello to everyone, Just like most of you, I will be moving to Brunei for work next month. I have read some of the threads about living in Brunei, do's and don'ts, and I guess it could be a tough little place to live. I would appreciate if anyone ...

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I agree with Sallythoe. Gadong area a bit expensive. What I can say is maybe you can rent a room/house in Kg. Mata-Mata (just less than 2km from the main shopping mall). I am currently living in Brunei.. Read More

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13 years ago
bruneinewbie

Soon to be Brunei Newbie by bruneinewbie

Hello to everyone, Just like most of you, I will be moving to Brunei for work next month. I have read some of the threads about living in Brunei, do's and don'ts, and I guess it could be a tough little place to live. I would appreciate if anyone ...

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Where will u stay? Bandar or Seria? I stay in bandar.. Read More

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13 years ago
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Engineering vacancy by August Choong

Hi I am a mechanical engineer and current working in one of the manufacturing plant in Malaysia. I am keen to move out to Vietnam, Hanoi to continue my career. May I know are the any opportunity for me to live and work in Vietnam? I will send all ...

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HI Seniordogsg, Thanks for your message. I've basic understanding on Vietnamese Language. And I am seriously looking for job there. If you find any other "way", please let me know. thanks Read More

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13 years ago
August Choong

Engineering vacancy by August Choong

Hi I am a mechanical engineer and current working in one of the manufacturing plant in Malaysia. I am keen to move out to Vietnam, Hanoi to continue my career. May I know are the any opportunity for me to live and work in Vietnam? I will send all ...

August Choong

I've been offer an engineering position in Vung Tau. However, the job is only last for 3-6 months according to the contract. I will be paid as per hourly basis.. Any idea? Read More

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13 years ago
Vu Viet Linh

Making Friends by Vu Viet Linh

Hi all, I am Linh, still very new to this forum :D. I have just discovered it this morning, and the thought is that my endless searching finally comes to the right destination. Making friends with English Native Speakers has always been my ...

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Hi! nice to meet you.. I am not in Hanoi. But I like to travel to Hanoi.. I've been there for more than 5 times already! Read More

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13 years ago
mala501

job in Brunei by mala501

Hi, I also like to come to Brunei and work. Now Iam working Malaysia under expatriate visa . I heard that Brunei is quit good to get big figured salary. will any one can help me to come to Brunei and do a job there in any field? Thanks Marlan

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What kind of work you prefer? Read More

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13 years ago
August Choong

Engineering vacancy by August Choong

Hi I am a mechanical engineer and current working in one of the manufacturing plant in Malaysia. I am keen to move out to Vietnam, Hanoi to continue my career. May I know are the any opportunity for me to live and work in Vietnam? I will send all ...

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Thank you very much Minhthuong0403.. :) Read More

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13 years ago
August Choong

Engineering vacancy by August Choong

Hi I am a mechanical engineer and current working in one of the manufacturing plant in Malaysia. I am keen to move out to Vietnam, Hanoi to continue my career. May I know are the any opportunity for me to live and work in Vietnam? I will send all ...

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Thank you Jaitch and Phi Long! Thanks for the information provided! Read More

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13 years ago

Engineering vacancy

Hi I am a mechanical engineer and current working in one of the manufacturing plant in Malaysia. I am keen to move out to Vietnam, Hanoi to continue my career. May I know are the any opportunity for me to live and work in Vietnam? I will send all ... Read More

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