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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 ...
This is the last info I saw. It's difficult for individuals although I think some people get around the regs in a small way.blogs.duanemorris.com/vietnam/2016/02/24/overseas-securities-investment-by-vietnamese-residents/ 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 ...
To answer the OPs question: TINA, there is no alternative. Unlike most developed countries where people can invest in stocks (domestic or foreign), a wide variety of bond, private equity, and mutual funds, real estate, etc., in Vietnam people are ... Read More
motorbike puncture repair with tyre plug kit by sanooku
A few days ago a small nail had become lodged in the back wheel of my motorbike. Air was escaping slowly. Took it to repair shop. He had several bikes to repair, so he said he couldn't repair it by taking wheel off completely that day, so come ...
4 years maybe? Life of the tire, as previously mentioned Read More
BSC Vietnam Stock Market: Seek pros and cons from those active in it by workplacestars
I've been introduced to a stockbroker from an increasingly trusted source. Being from NY, I realize the Brooklyn Bridge is always for sale to THAT special person. If you hold positions in this market I'm curious to hear of your experience ...
Ok. To clarify, THIGV is correct. I have invested in the VN stock market, mainly using a variety of funds for over nine years. I have invested in large cap funds, mid-cap funds, and private hedge funds. I have met with many companies, attended ... Read More
BSC Vietnam Stock Market: Seek pros and cons from those active in it by workplacestars
I've been introduced to a stockbroker from an increasingly trusted source. Being from NY, I realize the Brooklyn Bridge is always for sale to THAT special person. If you hold positions in this market I'm curious to hear of your experience ...
When you invest in a stock market you are buying a share in the ownership of a company, with all the benefits and risks that entails. I have invested in various markets for forty years and they all have risks--remember Worldcom and Enron in the US? ... Read More
Please advice me which car I should buy in Viet Nam by Sapphire Bui
Hello every one, I want to buy a new car for my family which have 4 or 5 seats and strong vehicle and nice form. I wonder which brand should I buy: Ford, Toyota, Mazda or Kia? Please kindly advice for me. I believe in your experiences. Thank you ...
I have owned both the toyota fortuner and the Mazda CX-5. Unless you need the extra room, I found the Mazda more comfortable and pleasant to drive. One thing I would mention also is that repairs (we haven't needed mechanical repairs but have ... Read More
Please advice me which car I should buy in Viet Nam by Sapphire Bui
Hello every one, I want to buy a new car for my family which have 4 or 5 seats and strong vehicle and nice form. I wonder which brand should I buy: Ford, Toyota, Mazda or Kia? Please kindly advice for me. I believe in your experiences. Thank you ...
Mazda CX-5. We have had one for three years; not a single problem. Comfortable, economical, a pleasure to drive... Read More
ordering from amazon by ancientpathos
Greetings, anyone have ang luck ordering from amazon and having them deliever here in HCMC? I am one of those large Amercans with size 13d feet, easy to get clothes made here, how about shoes, socks and large condums(those with penis envy are bound ...
I've never had to pay anything extra, but nothing in the package was of particularly high value. A few things at a time with a value of maybe $100 per shipment... Read More
Yamaha or Honda ? by pilotadamp
Which bike would you prefer: Honda Airblade or Yamaha Luvias ? And why ?
I have one of each but never ride the Luvias if I can help it, unless I am transporting a large load. The Airblade is a much nicer ride and feels quicker and more refined. I've also had more problems with the Luvias--primarily electrical--but ... Read More
Looking for nice beach area to be LAZY :-) by ODB
Hi I am looking to spend around a month relaxing near a nice beach doing not much. I have spent years living in Thailand and Cambodia but am thinking about Vietnam. I don鈥檛 want to spend a lot and just need basic accommodation with internet ...
FYI, I've been living 200 meters from Ha My beach just outside Hoi An but 6kms down from Cua Dai beach and I walk my dogs on the beach and swim most mornings. Unlike what Jaitch says, on calm mornings I can walk 80 meters into the water off the ... Read More
can i borrow your australia lonelyplanet? by qian
Hi Can i borrow your lonelyplanet australia? If you have, drop me a message:) Im in hcmc
If you join Scribd, the monthly subscription service for books, you get the first month for free. Most of the books I want to read are not on Scribd, but the Lonely Planet guides are--which may be an indication of their value! But at least with ... Read More
Air travel from Vietnam by 1stewart
My girlfriend wants to visit me here in Florida. She has her passport and the travel company in Vietnam wants her to fly to Japan first, but the travel company wants her to stay 5 days and she only wants to stay 2 days. The travel agency wants 1,650 ...
Jaitch is, as usual, the source of sensible and straightforward advice. Insofar as a stop in Japan is concerned, if your girlfriend is determined to do this, the cost should be far less. My wife and I just returned from a week in Tokyo. Hotel ... Read More
Move to Hoi an
Not so far as I know; there are Vietnamese notaries however. Personally I have always gone to the Australian consulate in HCMC for statutory declarations, etc. A real pain... You could inquire with Gordon at Dingo Deli on Cua Dai St.; he seems ... Read More
VietNam: A popular US retirement destination? by Jaitch
Alternet has an article on five popular destinations. For [b]VietNam[/b] it says: [b]The Good: [/b]VietNam is just emerging as an attractive place for Americans to retire after decades of negative associations. The low cost of living and beautiful ...
As a semi-retired, but non-US, expat, in general I agree with much of what has been written above. VN is not an easy retirement option for those without a family connection here. And yes, many of the expats here are ONLY here because it is cheap ... Read More
house ownership - requirements for an expat to buy a house? by Gazarm
What are the requirements for an expat to buy a house in Vietnam? Does he have to be married? Are there new rules?
It may be a mess, but I am sure that Jaitch wouldn't have done it a few times (and currently own 4 properties) if it were financially not worthwhile. My wife and I have also bought a couple properties and are negotiating on another at the ... Read More
What is a "Fixer"? by DanFromSF
I've heard people use the term "Fixer" as a job description -- can anybody tell me what a "Fixer" does? I mean, other than "they fix things"? Thanks!
When I was growing up in Chicago it was the guy with connections to the local courts and judges to whom you went in order to get your tax assessments, parking tickets, etc. taken care of cheaply, i.e. "fixed". It all worked well until ... Read More
What to do with 2,1bill dong? by crazybitch
I already have 1 bill dong at 8,1 interest rate at techcombank. The plan was to put more money in a saving account in vn But the interest rate has dropped dramatically, so i dont think thats an good idea anymore, I guess the interestrate will be at ...
virgoks makes a good point about research and the market. The best thing to do for a novice is just to invest in a broad-based fund with low costs. For foreign investors there are ETFs (exchange traded funds) listed on both the US and UK stock ... Read More
What to do with 2,1bill dong? by crazybitch
I already have 1 bill dong at 8,1 interest rate at techcombank. The plan was to put more money in a saving account in vn But the interest rate has dropped dramatically, so i dont think thats an good idea anymore, I guess the interestrate will be at ...
It depends on how long you want to invest and how much risk you are ready to take. Get profit of 2,1 bill after 1 day? 2 years or 5 years? If 1 day, just go to casino :) high risk high return If 2-3 years, setting up a small business may be a ... Read More
Expat real estate by Conniegradert
1- if I pay cash for condo or single home can I stay indefinitely in Vietnam ? 2- I have been reading comments about leaving Vietnam coming back frm Thailand and then getting another visa to renewed to stay again in Vietnam 3- for one thing I ...
It all depends how much you have in liquid assets. The USD one-year deposit rate in Vietnam is 1%. If the guy stuck his $400,000 in the bank he receives $4,000 a year or $333 a month. I'm guessing that the $400k house he has bought would rent ... Read More
Marital ransom..... Is it normal in VN? by Vagabondone
Just curious if it is common practice in Vietnam if when there is marital discourse that ransom is demanded as a condition of reconciliation? Have a friend who got sideways with his wife. She booted him to the curb. He is not allowed to return until ...
During the course of my long-term relationship and marriage with a Vietnamese woman, a couple of times she has become convinced that "I've done her wrong". She then demands cash as compensation. So I don't think it is that out ... Read More
VietJet vs. Vietnam Airlines by cowboyBob
Why is VietJet's prices so low, often less than half of Viet Air? Thinking of flying with them from NT to HCMC (price 650,000 as oppose to 1.3 mil for Viet Air), but a little wary, too good to be true? Safety? Services? Hidden fees? ...
All the time on all the VN airlines... There is no good alternative when flying domestically. Read More
VietJet vs. Vietnam Airlines by cowboyBob
Why is VietJet's prices so low, often less than half of Viet Air? Thinking of flying with them from NT to HCMC (price 650,000 as oppose to 1.3 mil for Viet Air), but a little wary, too good to be true? Safety? Services? Hidden fees? ...
I don't think there is any good alternative when flying in VN. My wife and I flew Vietjet today from Saigon to Da Nang. They informed me by email this morning that they were delaying our flight by three hours. This seems to happen constantly. ... Read More
VietJet vs. Vietnam Airlines by cowboyBob
Why is VietJet's prices so low, often less than half of Viet Air? Thinking of flying with them from NT to HCMC (price 650,000 as oppose to 1.3 mil for Viet Air), but a little wary, too good to be true? Safety? Services? Hidden fees? ...
VietJet is normally a bit cheaper if you have no luggage, but it is not as cheap as they advertise once you add in the charges for seating, using a credit card, fees and taxes, etc. I recently costed a Da Nang-HCMC trip with 30kgs of luggage. ... Read More
Which and where can I get a reliable used scooter? by Richard Loo
I know many have asked this question in previous forum but some answers are outdated. I have been learning to drive ( which is my greatest achievement here with the crazy traffic) and i am now ready to get a scooter. Is it better to get a new one or ...
Buy new if you can afford it. Scooters here are not that expensive relative to other countries and, in my experience, having a new scooter is a lot more enjoyable than possibly inheriting someone else's problems... Read More
Importing my dog from Canada to Vietnam - urgent request by kelly0226
Help! I can't find specific information outside of vaccinations and health check. Has anyone imported a dog who can speak to what happens at customs in Vietnam (Hanoi). I have been told to get a local agent who can help me to get through customs ...
I think a friend would be fine as long as they have some experience dealing with officialdom (that would include nearly all adult Vietnamese!) Read More
Importing my dog from Canada to Vietnam - urgent request by kelly0226
Help! I can't find specific information outside of vaccinations and health check. Has anyone imported a dog who can speak to what happens at customs in Vietnam (Hanoi). I have been told to get a local agent who can help me to get through customs ...
My wife, who is Vietnamese, brought in a dog 2 years ago. The overseas agent arranged all the paperwork for transport. When the dog arrived at HCMC we went to the airport to pick him up. I don't think we paid very much, if anything, to get him ... Read More
Is there a love between a foreign older man and a vietnamese girl by wind1989
I am 25 years old and I graduated and I had a job in there. I met an older man 55 years old in UK in the foreign forum. When I meet him in the first time,he is very kind with me because he help me improve the English skill and I do not pay anything ...
No question that there is an element of economics involved. But it's kind of natural that an older person wants to be with a younger, more attractive one. And if the older person has relatively more money or power, it makes them more desirable to ... Read More
bread maker
I've been making bread using the bread hook on a mixer which I bought at Nguyen Kim in Da Nang to do the kneading. Maybe not quite as easy as a bread machine, but so far it's been working out fine... Read More
Having a baby, wife is Vietnamese, husband is American. by Michael_77
Just a question about having a baby in Vietnam. A friend of mine got married here last year and is expecting a baby soon. First, what nationality should the baby have, American or Vietnamese? What route have others taken? What are the benefits of ...
Yes, you can't read. I said that you should "retain" as many nationalities as you can, i.e. whichever you have when you are born you should keep until advisable to relinquish them; I didn't advise anyone to become citizens of any country where they ... Read More
Having a baby, wife is Vietnamese, husband is American. by Michael_77
Just a question about having a baby in Vietnam. A friend of mine got married here last year and is expecting a baby soon. First, what nationality should the baby have, American or Vietnamese? What route have others taken? What are the benefits of ...
The USA is the only country that I know of, other than the Philippines, that requires its citizens to pay tax and conform to other investment prohibitions regardless of where they are resident. I have held more than one citizenship; in my opinion ... Read More
Having a baby, wife is Vietnamese, husband is American. by Michael_77
Just a question about having a baby in Vietnam. A friend of mine got married here last year and is expecting a baby soon. First, what nationality should the baby have, American or Vietnamese? What route have others taken? What are the benefits of ...
I believe Japan allows dual nationality until reaching the age of 18, after which one must choose which citizenship to retain and which to relinquish. The US allows one to hold two nationalities as long as you conform to all US requirements. I ... Read More
New car by Jquinoq
:/ any recommendation on an honest good new car dealership in HCM ?
Sure. You live in Saigon. Up here in Hoi An where traffic is minimal and the air is cold, driving a car is perhaps not quite a pleasure, but certainly not that painful. We bought a new car 18 months ago and have driven over 13,000km just between ... Read More
Internet slow down again by Budman1
Looks like the internet is going down the tubes again. Started late last night and now today it's next to worthless. Changed over to my 3G USB to see if that would speed it up. Nope. Is it just me? I'm using VNPT.
Nope...not just you. Same here this morning. Read More
Sugar by ancientpathos
Just something to watch for. Due to medical concerns, I always add equal to my caphe da. I was surprised to see my gf adding sugar and equal to my caphe da. Then watching her cook, she added sugar to everything. Wow, tried explaining through google ...
I think the issue on the vanishing middle class is that median real income in the US has declined (very slightly) over the last 23 years while the income of the top 10% (especially the famous top 1%) has risen. So the middle class has, in effect, ... Read More
Typhoon Haiyan by bluecheer
Hello everyone I have friends in Hoi An and can't get through to them just wondering if anyone has any information about 'Haiyan' and whether it has hit yet on the eastern coast. Any information on this would be very much appreciated. I hope ...
Lucky you...still pouring rain out of a dull grey sky here!! Read More
Typhoon Haiyan by bluecheer
Hello everyone I have friends in Hoi An and can't get through to them just wondering if anyone has any information about 'Haiyan' and whether it has hit yet on the eastern coast. Any information on this would be very much appreciated. I hope ...
Thanks, bluecheer. Morning now and Haiyan seems to have slid past us up to the Northeast. Lots of rain, but not too much wind. Electricity and phones all working. Your friends should be fine... Read More
Typhoon Haiyan by bluecheer
Hello everyone I have friends in Hoi An and can't get through to them just wondering if anyone has any information about 'Haiyan' and whether it has hit yet on the eastern coast. Any information on this would be very much appreciated. I hope ...
We're in Hoi An...it hasn't hit yet but everyone has been spending the day preparing--sandbagging the doors and roof, covering the windows, and securing anything that moves. The rain has just begun to pelt down now (8pm). Hopefully Haiyan won't be ... Read More
Why do VN's stare at Foreigners VN wive's? by bluenz
What are VN's thinking when they stare at a Foreigners VN wife , ( or daughter, or any VN female accompanying them )? I get all sorts of looks, some happy , some down right disgusting. Input from some VN's would be interesting.
My wife often gets stares and comments from locals who cannot understand why she lets her skin go so brown, why she wears no jewelry, and why she normally wears a traditional straw hat, flip-flops, and casual clothes. The idea seems to be: ... Read More
Vietnamese Health Insurance by turi65
Greetings from a new member. I am going to Vietnam in a month for about a year and was wondering if it's necessary to get health insurance - I've heard most medical costs are very reasonable there. I will be based first in Hoi An and then in Ha Noi ...
I concur with everything THD has written above; as always, very sensible advice. If you are particularly concerned about a potential major health issue arising during the year, there is a global insurer who has a special rate for Southeast Asian ... Read More
"Best Pizza restaurant in Vietnam" by mab0918
Who among you guys have tried Pizza 4P's ? How's your experience? :D Pizza 4P's Address : 8/15 Le Thanh Ton St., Dist.1 HCM City, Vietnam :)
I'm originally from Chicago but lived in Italy for a few years. IMO Chicago pizza is delicious, but not "real" pizza. Domino's and Pizza Hut are to pizza what McDonalds is to a proper hamburger, i.e. a sub-standard, cheap imitation of the real ... Read More
Well this is a new low by Tran Hung Dao
I read this newspaper article today and just can't believe this crap still happens. Makes me not trust anything in the system. [url]http://english.vietnamnet.vn/fms/education/86999/students-for-hire-in-vietnamese-schools.html[/url] Now you don't ...
She must be a three-timer...she's married to me too!! Never, ever, ever, ever wrong... Read More
Is there a love between a foreign older man and a vietnamese girl by wind1989
I am 25 years old and I graduated and I had a job in there. I met an older man 55 years old in UK in the foreign forum. When I meet him in the first time,he is very kind with me because he help me improve the English skill and I do not pay anything ...
Cut the relationship totally. Often men want to "stay friends" for selfish or egotistical reasons. Life is short and there are millions of other people out there with whom you can be lover or friend. If seeing him is upsetting or uncomfortable, ... Read More
Well this is a new low by Tran Hung Dao
I read this newspaper article today and just can't believe this crap still happens. Makes me not trust anything in the system. [url]http://english.vietnamnet.vn/fms/education/86999/students-for-hire-in-vietnamese-schools.html[/url] Now you don't ...
Not sure what is the purpose of being able to "lead us". By various measurements of median income, longevity, health, education, the US is no longer a leader, and, in fact, seems to be in a position of constant relative decline. But maybe you ... Read More
Well this is a new low by Tran Hung Dao
I read this newspaper article today and just can't believe this crap still happens. Makes me not trust anything in the system. [url]http://english.vietnamnet.vn/fms/education/86999/students-for-hire-in-vietnamese-schools.html[/url] Now you don't ...
The Americans now rank at or near the bottom of the OECD in Problem-Solving ability, Literacy, and Numeracy: http://www.newyorker.com/online/blogs/johncassidy/2013/10/measuring-americas-decline-in-three-charts.html Read More
Is there a love between a foreign older man and a vietnamese girl by wind1989
I am 25 years old and I graduated and I had a job in there. I met an older man 55 years old in UK in the foreign forum. When I meet him in the first time,he is very kind with me because he help me improve the English skill and I do not pay anything ...
I've been lurking on this thread for a long time and these are my thoughts: What is so wrong about inputting a potential partner's financial position into the marriage equation? Most of us would accept that physical attraction could be part of ... Read More
Well this is a new low by Tran Hung Dao
I read this newspaper article today and just can't believe this crap still happens. Makes me not trust anything in the system. [url]http://english.vietnamnet.vn/fms/education/86999/students-for-hire-in-vietnamese-schools.html[/url] Now you don't ...
VTD, if it were about land mass and resources then Argentina, Russia, and Brazil would be the richest countries instead of Singapore, Switzerland, etc. Culture, education, legal and political systems, hard work, etc. all matter too. You may be ... Read More
Marriage by ancientpathos
There is this nice gentle in Da Nang, he has fallen according to him, in love with his soul mate. She is 30 years younger than him, being 34 and never married and no children. He wants to marry her. Being a divorced man with no intention of ever ...
What? You mean a country with better education, cheaper healthcare, and better weather is valued at 1/5 as much as "the good old US of A"? It's good to know there are still some valuation anomalies left in the world!:cool: Read More
Marriage by ancientpathos
There is this nice gentle in Da Nang, he has fallen according to him, in love with his soul mate. She is 30 years younger than him, being 34 and never married and no children. He wants to marry her. Being a divorced man with no intention of ever ...
Yes, she has dual citizenship, so I guess it would be easier for me to go to the US if I wanted to. But interestingly enough, after 10 years living in the US, she prefers VN...as do I. Anyway, glad she hasn't requested her $100k yet! Read More
Marriage by ancientpathos
There is this nice gentle in Da Nang, he has fallen according to him, in love with his soul mate. She is 30 years younger than him, being 34 and never married and no children. He wants to marry her. Being a divorced man with no intention of ever ...
Shoot! I'm an Australian about to marry a Vietnamese woman who also holds a US passport. Do I need to pay her $100k for the "privilege"? Read More
Marriage by ancientpathos
There is this nice gentle in Da Nang, he has fallen according to him, in love with his soul mate. She is 30 years younger than him, being 34 and never married and no children. He wants to marry her. Being a divorced man with no intention of ever ...
Hong Kong seems happy to marry non-residents. All you need to do is register a couple of weeks before with the proper bureau and book a date at the registry office. I'm Australian and once married a Japanese in HK; there were no problems in any ... Read More
ordering from amazon by ancientpathos
Greetings, anyone have ang luck ordering from amazon and having them deliever here in HCMC? I am one of those large Amercans with size 13d feet, easy to get clothes made here, how about shoes, socks and large condums(those with penis envy are bound ...
Back on topic: I always have Amazon send the parcels to a relative's US address and then ask my relative to re-pack (if several packages) and then send on to me in VN. So far quick, relatively cheap, no duties or other problems... Read More
Wanna own property in Vietnam? by Rosyvn
Pursuant to the proposal of Ministry of Construction, every foreigner that have stayed in Vietnam over 3 months have a right to own the condo or land in Vietnam. Moreover that, you can rent out your house by yourself or corporation with ...
Of course it's tanking...that's the reason for the proposed changes. Even though you are skeptical, you have to admit that many, many Vietnamese (some of whom are personal friends) have made money until the last couple of years by investing and ... Read More
Wanna own property in Vietnam? by Rosyvn
Pursuant to the proposal of Ministry of Construction, every foreigner that have stayed in Vietnam over 3 months have a right to own the condo or land in Vietnam. Moreover that, you can rent out your house by yourself or corporation with ...
I suspect that a large part of the govt's motivation is to entice wealthy foreigners to buy in areas where there are currently large, distressed sellers, e.g. tourist-type developments. If you travel to Bali, Phuket, etc., you will find that many ... Read More
Health Insurance Coverage
I have insured with Nordic Healthcare, which was recommended to me by an insurance broker, for the last 3 years. Unfortunately (or fortunately) I have yet to make a claim so cannot comment on their operational performance. Read More
Western Dr in Da Nang?? by Panadol
Does anyone know, if there is a western Dr in Da Nang or better still, in Hoi An?
Hey Greg. Thanks for letting me know how things went--I'm glad you were pleased with the service and that you connected well with the doctor. I also had a situation where they needed to send something off for a biopsy, but in the end everything ... Read More
Western Dr in Da Nang?? by Panadol
Does anyone know, if there is a western Dr in Da Nang or better still, in Hoi An?
No worries. I saw a female Dr. there last year and she was very thorough and easy to communicate with. Good luck! Richard Read More
Western Dr in Da Nang?? by Panadol
Does anyone know, if there is a western Dr in Da Nang or better still, in Hoi An?
I'm only familiar with the Family Medical Practice in Da Nang: vietnammedicalpractice.com/en/Contact-Location/danang.html They have (or had last year) two Filipino Drs... Read More
Wholesale Meat Products by GuestPoster568
Is there anywhere in HCMC or Da Nang where one can buy imported American and Australian meat products for a restaurant?
That's too bad because you really made my mouth water. We were in NYC last week and had some great Italian and deli food, but no BBQ :sosad: Read More
Wholesale Meat Products by GuestPoster568
Is there anywhere in HCMC or Da Nang where one can buy imported American and Australian meat products for a restaurant?
Yeah, you're probably right on the lack of potential patrons...but I'd be the first one through the door! I do miss REAL BBQ. Is there anywhere in HCMC or elsewhere in VN? Read More
Wholesale Meat Products by GuestPoster568
Is there anywhere in HCMC or Da Nang where one can buy imported American and Australian meat products for a restaurant?
Haven't heard of a BBQ restaurant there. Yep, our purchases are solely for personal use--the traditional poolside barbie! Read More
Wholesale Meat Products by GuestPoster568
Is there anywhere in HCMC or Da Nang where one can buy imported American and Australian meat products for a restaurant?
Well, you've exhausted my local knowledge now (living 20km from Da Nang). We started at Metro but weren't satisfied so we migrated to CFF for a less-frequent, but higher quality BBQ experience. I'll be interested to know whether you find ... Read More
Wholesale Meat Products by GuestPoster568
Is there anywhere in HCMC or Da Nang where one can buy imported American and Australian meat products for a restaurant?
Actually I just checked their website after posting and noticed they have a branch in Nha Trang, so perhaps you know Metro already. If not, check it out... Read More
Wholesale Meat Products by GuestPoster568
Is there anywhere in HCMC or Da Nang where one can buy imported American and Australian meat products for a restaurant?
Metro then. Branches in HCMC and Da Nang. You get a member's card if you are a business (although I use my sister-in-law's and often don't get carded at all). The meats are also from Australia, US, and Korea and definitely cheaper than Classic ... Read More
Wholesale Meat Products by GuestPoster568
Is there anywhere in HCMC or Da Nang where one can buy imported American and Australian meat products for a restaurant?
Sure, Classic Fine Foods has branches in HCMC, Hanoi, and Da Nang. Excellent quality meats, mainly from the Margaret River in Australia, but also including acorn-fed Iberian pork from Spain, etc. Read More
Da Nang or Nha Trang to retire
I don't know Nha Trang but I am currently living a semi-retired life on the beach halfway between Da Nang and Hoi An and I love it here. The beach is excellent, food is fresh, airport access is easy with new international flights being added all ... Read More
How to move a sgnificant deposit into vietnamese wong from offshore by aussiekoala
Hi Guys, I have a sum of money i would like to invest on term deposit in vietnam to help ends meet - its a significant sum in deposit terms (eg >100k AUD). I understand that transferring it into the viet banking system from an aussie bank ...
Hi Mark, Sorry for the delay in replying, just tied up with this and that... Look, I think your reasoning is absolutely sound in terms of the disconnect between the expected inflation rate and the bond market yields. You know how markets ... Read More
How to move a sgnificant deposit into vietnamese wong from offshore by aussiekoala
Hi Guys, I have a sum of money i would like to invest on term deposit in vietnam to help ends meet - its a significant sum in deposit terms (eg >100k AUD). I understand that transferring it into the viet banking system from an aussie bank ...
Hi Mark, Everything you wrote in the first two paragraphs is exactly how I understand the situation; it's a pegged exchange rate system here which by design favors any USD/VND transactions--particularly because the govt would like to encourage any ... Read More
How to move a sgnificant deposit into vietnamese wong from offshore by aussiekoala
Hi Guys, I have a sum of money i would like to invest on term deposit in vietnam to help ends meet - its a significant sum in deposit terms (eg >100k AUD). I understand that transferring it into the viet banking system from an aussie bank ...
Sorry, I didn't directly answer your question on the spread. I normally traded at pretty much the official rate, e.g. before the last 1% deval I was dealing USD to dong at around 20,800-20,900. Read More
How to move a sgnificant deposit into vietnamese wong from offshore by aussiekoala
Hi Guys, I have a sum of money i would like to invest on term deposit in vietnam to help ends meet - its a significant sum in deposit terms (eg >100k AUD). I understand that transferring it into the viet banking system from an aussie bank ...
I'm guessing you are right--it's a retail cross-rate spread in VN. If I were you, I would contact my bank in Australia, tell them I would like to do a larger-than-retail exchange rate trade, and ask if you (or your bank rep) can deal directly with ... Read More
How to move a sgnificant deposit into vietnamese wong from offshore by aussiekoala
Hi Guys, I have a sum of money i would like to invest on term deposit in vietnam to help ends meet - its a significant sum in deposit terms (eg >100k AUD). I understand that transferring it into the viet banking system from an aussie bank ...
I transfer USD direct to my USD local account with ACB. ACB then gives me a very good rate when I transfer from my USD to dong accounts. I don't know whether any local banks offer AUD accounts however. I suspect you may be better having CBA do ... Read More
Vietnamese wife? by bta87
I realize this is a very subjective question, but are what are the experiences of the men on here that are married to VN brides? Question #2) What should I look out for. I've heard some real horor stories. Mind you I'm 63, have money and girls are ...
It can lead to misunderstandings though. When I first met my ex-wife, who was Japanese, she asked what I did. I replied "I'm in the securities business". She went home and looked it up in her dictionary and for a few months thought I was a ... Read More
do one need to show a return ticket entering Vietnam? by AndrewDao
Hi guys, Does anyone know if they demand you to show a return ticket when you arrive in Vietnam? Thanks and happy holidays everyone. /Andrew
You're right. Flying out of Australia in particular they are extremely difficult about return tickets, not only regarding VN but also Hong Kong (where you normally don't even need a visa for entry), Japan, etc. I've occasionally been forced by ... Read More
do one need to show a return ticket entering Vietnam? by AndrewDao
Hi guys, Does anyone know if they demand you to show a return ticket when you arrive in Vietnam? Thanks and happy holidays everyone. /Andrew
For what it's worth I'm Australian and returned to VN from Australia two days ago with 3 weeks remaining on my 3-month multiple entry visa. No return ticket and no questions from the immigration officer. Read More
Where to live...... by tigerb
Hi all, my husband and I are moving to Vietnam in about 1 month. We have an on-line Australian based business and need to have access to excellent internet in order to communicate via phone and e-mail to our Aussie customers. We'd love to live by ...
If I can make a suggestion: if you come to Hoi An stop at Dingo Deli soon after your arrival. Michelle and Gordon, the owners, have moved here after years on the Queensland coast and they are plugged into nearly everybody and everything going on. ... Read More
Where to live...... by tigerb
Hi all, my husband and I are moving to Vietnam in about 1 month. We have an on-line Australian based business and need to have access to excellent internet in order to communicate via phone and e-mail to our Aussie customers. We'd love to live by ...
I have friends (a couple) who live most of the year in Nelson Bay, NSW but spend April-August in Hoi An as they think it is the best of the bunch here when compared with their lifestyle in Australia. They also have a reasonable size business in ... Read More
Where to live...... by tigerb
Hi all, my husband and I are moving to Vietnam in about 1 month. We have an on-line Australian based business and need to have access to excellent internet in order to communicate via phone and e-mail to our Aussie customers. We'd love to live by ...
I would suggest Hoi An. Great community with a reasonable number of Australian expats, clean air, good food, charming ambiance in the old town, beautiful beaches, and good access with the new international airport at Da Nang. I'm also involved in ... Read More