Dukerider03
Australian expat in Vietnam
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About me
Australian
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Registration: 03 October 2013
TRC card style/design
hi Guys n Gals i just got my TRC, and to my surprise its just a laminated "card" with all the correct info on it, i was expecting a credit card style card. can anyone enlighten as is this a genuine TCR many thanks Read More
Visa black list? by Dukerider03
Ive been told I鈥檓 on a visa black list, because of some past issues with a visa I had before. Has anybody heard or know about a visa black list im getting many conflicting information. Been told i need to leave Vietnam and will never be able ...
hi thanks for all info here yeah i got it sorted all a total load of BS, just visa agent trying to scam me. Read More
Visa black list? by Dukerider03
Ive been told I鈥檓 on a visa black list, because of some past issues with a visa I had before. Has anybody heard or know about a visa black list im getting many conflicting information. Been told i need to leave Vietnam and will never be able ...
Hahahaha@Yogi... I鈥檒l have to dig out my old leather jacket and stick a few patches on it to join the rebels in Cambodia, I hope the initiation isn鈥檛 to brutal .... Read More
Visa black list? by Dukerider03
Ive been told I鈥檓 on a visa black list, because of some past issues with a visa I had before. Has anybody heard or know about a visa black list im getting many conflicting information. Been told i need to leave Vietnam and will never be able ...
Yeah Ive asked some others but being the weekend no government office is open, and I鈥檓 running out of time as my current visa expires this week! Guess I鈥檒l be paying for over staying my visa again. Read More
Visa black list? by Dukerider03
Ive been told I鈥檓 on a visa black list, because of some past issues with a visa I had before. Has anybody heard or know about a visa black list im getting many conflicting information. Been told i need to leave Vietnam and will never be able ...
Mate I鈥檝e been here almost 6 years done the border run so many times I could do it with my eyes closed, the visa agent is the one telling me that when she applied for the VOA that when the immigration department told her my name was on this ... Read More
Visa black list? by Dukerider03
Ive been told I鈥檓 on a visa black list, because of some past issues with a visa I had before. Has anybody heard or know about a visa black list im getting many conflicting information. Been told i need to leave Vietnam and will never be able ...
I went to renew my visa From a recommended visa agent and she was the one who told me I was on a black list, but couldn鈥檛 give me an exact reason why, I have never done anything illegal maybe I was find for being issues a dodgy business visa ... Read More
Visa black list?
Ive been told I鈥檓 on a visa black list, because of some past issues with a visa I had before. Has anybody heard or know about a visa black list im getting many conflicting information. Been told i need to leave Vietnam and will never be able ... Read More
Visa Extension adivse??? by nswnudge
Hello all My current visa gonna be expired next month together with my 1 year old daughter's, what options do we have for a visa extension? our status as follow: -Wife is vietnamese Citizen, but we dont have a Vietnamese Marriage Certificate ...
you need to do a border run its the only way now, just had my wrist slapped (plus a fine) for being a naughty boy! Read More
looking for Models by Dukerider03
Hi im a semi professional photographer, and I'm looking for models, to do photos shots, with any good ideas for locations to bring out the old style of Vietnam, (HCM), or surrounding areas. Attached is my Flickr account so you can view some of my ...
hi Yes always looking for models, but unfortunately. i can't pay so its only for fun, if your still interested? Andy.. Read More
How to declare money at border for bank deposit? by Greg309
Hi. I want to bring some USD into Vietnam from Cambodia to deposit into my USD bank account in VN. The bank in VN says I need a receipt from customs control or they won鈥檛 let me deposit. The amount is small, less than the $5000 threshhold to ...
2 year ago i come back via TSN with 10Gs Aus on me i had no idea about declaring or the amount allowed to bring in so just went through customs no hassle, Went to ACB bank with the money opened a new account they counted the Aus money they recounted ... Read More
Motorbike license......coffee $$ by Vagabondone
Long ago I heard there was a DL office in HCM that one could get an A1/A2 license thus way. As I recall the story there was a mechanic shop nearby that had a connection. Anyone know which DL office in HCM that offers such a "Service", or ...
i have just got my Vnese A1 licence, if you want to know all the information pls contact me PM Thanks Read More
Indefinite Drivers License for expats by Vagabondone
Does anyone know if it is truly possible for an expat to get a VNese drivers license with an indefinite expiration date. I have spoken to expats that have been able to "Get" them with no test, no nothing,,but money. These are for A1 and ...
Thanks very much for all the info, $70 is a reasonable price, I have a vietnamese gf so she can help me with any paper work. Do you need to contact him on my be half or can I contact him directly ?, that's if your will and have the time to ... Read More
Indefinite Drivers License for expats by Vagabondone
Does anyone know if it is truly possible for an expat to get a VNese drivers license with an indefinite expiration date. I have spoken to expats that have been able to "Get" them with no test, no nothing,,but money. These are for A1 and ...
What do you mean? same time? Do you mean exp date? if so, then no... Not anymore you do. They did change the law and nowadays you get your license valid only how long as your visa is valid. I have one contact who might help you, but he is in HCM. ... Read More
Indefinite Drivers License for expats by Vagabondone
Does anyone know if it is truly possible for an expat to get a VNese drivers license with an indefinite expiration date. I have spoken to expats that have been able to "Get" them with no test, no nothing,,but money. These are for A1 and ...
hi Guys i want to transfer my Australian DL to a Vietnamese DL, i have tried once but was told my visa only had 3 weeks (I'm using a tourist visa), they said once i renew my visa they wil issue me a 3 month vietnamese DL?? but i have been told i ... Read More
Tan Son Nhat Int'l airport Saigon at 15:40 on Tuesday 01/12/2015. by Roger N. Carpenter B.Ed TEFL
I will be on flight CGK/KUL/SGN arriving at Tan Son Nhat Int'l airport Saigon at 15:40 on Tuesday 01/12/2015. Can anyone meet me there at around 4:00pm to help me find accommodation? You may email me at ****
is this guy for real???? Read More
Expat's first impressions of Sai Gon by cvco
Impressions by a new visitor: Taxis 1) I had good service from Vinasun and Mai Linh, sometimes the drivers really went out of their way to be helpful and always used an honest meter. Only once in Mai Linh, i got a very old driver, maybe 80 years ...
you forgot to mention about the Vietnamese men pissing at any place they like. spend longer time here in SG and you will love it. I do!! Read More
How to get over my ex vietnamese girlfriend by davidtran0394
Back in 2011 I used to date a vietnamese american girl named Huong and she was my first girlfriend I ever had. She had such an amazing and cute personality. We've dated for a couple of months and she and I broke up in october of that year. It ...
well man take a step back look at your self.....ahhhhhh I'm only 22 i have my whole life ahead of me....... = move on, love comes love goes... thats life Read More
looking for friends to hang out with :) by Annie-ng
honestly i have never been using any forum to calling for making friends like this, but living in saigon quite a long time, im getting bored of the city now and feeling lonely in this big city, especially when there are not many of my close friends ...
hi Annie If your into photography your welcome to come and join our group Read More
looking for Models by Dukerider03
Hi im a semi professional photographer, and I'm looking for models, to do photos shots, with any good ideas for locations to bring out the old style of Vietnam, (HCM), or surrounding areas. Attached is my Flickr account so you can view some of my ...
Hello thank you for your reply. No one has to be a professional model, just some one who enjoys having there photo taken is all i need hehehe. i will reply more detail to your email many thanks ANdy Read More
looking for Models by Dukerider03
Hi im a semi professional photographer, and I'm looking for models, to do photos shots, with any good ideas for locations to bring out the old style of Vietnam, (HCM), or surrounding areas. Attached is my Flickr account so you can view some of my ...
yes i have been there a few times before to Phan Thiet and Mui Ne, I've done lingerie photo shoots before so bikini shots would be easy, and nice concept at the beach. Read More
looking for Models by Dukerider03
Hi im a semi professional photographer, and I'm looking for models, to do photos shots, with any good ideas for locations to bring out the old style of Vietnam, (HCM), or surrounding areas. Attached is my Flickr account so you can view some of my ...
well thats ok i do know many nice place here in HCM but i like to know more, so what days are you free? Read More
looking for Models by Dukerider03
Hi im a semi professional photographer, and I'm looking for models, to do photos shots, with any good ideas for locations to bring out the old style of Vietnam, (HCM), or surrounding areas. Attached is my Flickr account so you can view some of my ...
well I've not yet done any pregnant photo shoots so that would be fun and interesting Read More
looking for Models by Dukerider03
Hi im a semi professional photographer, and I'm looking for models, to do photos shots, with any good ideas for locations to bring out the old style of Vietnam, (HCM), or surrounding areas. Attached is my Flickr account so you can view some of my ...
I'm look mostly for Vietnamese and no sorry I'm not paying as the the models don't have to pay me. it will improve your portfolio,(if you have one) and will help me get to know more place to shot in HCM Read More
looking for Models
Hi im a semi professional photographer, and I'm looking for models, to do photos shots, with any good ideas for locations to bring out the old style of Vietnam, (HCM), or surrounding areas. Attached is my Flickr account so you can view some of my ... Read More
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 ...
Ive been stopped 4 times 1st time wrong lane, (which surprised me) 2nd time for turning left where there was a sign saying no left turn, (buggered if i could see it), the other 2 times was wrong lane "again" was find on all occasions, different ... Read More