Athanasius Pang
@Coach Athan
Singaporean expat in Vietnam
Forum posts
149
Contacts
20
About me
Singaporean, Married with children
Lives in Hanoi
Speaks English, Chinese, Vietnamese
Registration: 14 January 2015
Activity
Golden Retriever To Vietnam, Recommendations, Places, Not in Saigon by John325
Just a couple with a dog, our family. We cannot leave him behind while we travel. But sicken to the idea of someone kidnapping him, eating, and so on. What can we do here? Is there a safer place that is no where near the city center? How are ...
I stand corrected but i think Vietnam does not quarantine dogs. It is very easy to bring a dog into Vietnam. http://www.pettravel.com/immigration/vietnam.cfm As for dog eating, the entire country eats them. Should not have prejudice if its North ... Read More
5.11 Tactical-purpose built tactical gear, apparel & accessories by Canadian Fob
Anyone know where the 5.11 line factory is product here in Vietnam? Thank you
Do update if you found it. Thanks in advance! Read More
Find job at Ho Chi Minh City by Caroline Watson
Hello newbies, I'm Caroline. I want to share you a way to find job at Ho Chi Minh city (Vietnam). This post is not advertising. I just want to help you have a easy way to find job and make you happy. So, if this post is not useful for you, you ...
Things are not so structured in Vietnam. Jobs landed with just 1 walk-in interview is a common sight. Job opportunities are plenty if one is not picky and cheap to be hired. I suggest getting the right living conditions and ensure immigration ... Read More
Receiving parcels and the Customs Office by AlegreViajero
Hi there! I was to have a parcel deliver to me from Hong Kong. But I remembered that some people warned against the very high fees and the hassles for anything imported into Vietnam. At Customs they know very well that the parcel you are ...
For the first time, convenience sake, let them handle everything and you learn form there. Once you are confident enough to handle your own, wean them off. Probably by then, you have a team of locals working for your dynasty of Hog casings!!! :D Read More
looking for interpreter in Danang by ElodieAC
Dear All, My name is Elodie and I am french. I will be in Danang this thursday and friday (25th and 26th) and I am looking for a vietnamese interpreter (to english or french). I need it as I will meet some client and will organize a training ...
If you are here a week before, I could be able to assist. A friend of mine speaks French, English and Vietnamese is out of Vietnam currently and will be back only in July 1st week. Read More
Receiving parcels and the Customs Office by AlegreViajero
Hi there! I was to have a parcel deliver to me from Hong Kong. But I remembered that some people warned against the very high fees and the hassles for anything imported into Vietnam. At Customs they know very well that the parcel you are ...
It is not as simple as you think it is. Luggage are different category from cargo. Raw food at all customs world wide are mandatory to declare. No declaration form for you to fill does not mean there is no requirement to declare (just like cash ... Read More
Receiving parcels and the Customs Office by AlegreViajero
Hi there! I was to have a parcel deliver to me from Hong Kong. But I remembered that some people warned against the very high fees and the hassles for anything imported into Vietnam. At Customs they know very well that the parcel you are ...
Hi Buddy! Has the merchandise been sent? For raw food, there is a need for permit showing the place of origin and there might be a need to provide samples for testing by the authorities. I suggest you contact the forwarder from your seller to send ... Read More
Considering dating a Vietnamese woman. Some thoughts / questions... by Tyrion Grey
I am a late 20's early 30's American male. Will probably be heading to The Gulf / ME to teach at an International School next year. I am kind of between a rock and a hard place when it comes to dating women and marriage prospects. I ...
/forum/viewtopic.php?id=443689#2404818 Maybe this post will help fill some info. Good luck buddy! :cool: Read More
Receiving parcels and the Customs Office by AlegreViajero
Hi there! I was to have a parcel deliver to me from Hong Kong. But I remembered that some people warned against the very high fees and the hassles for anything imported into Vietnam. At Customs they know very well that the parcel you are ...
It depends on 3 things: 1. Your luck - if the customs team on that day has integrity. 2. Your merchandise - if it is taxable. Do note that 10% VAT is mandatory. - the volume of the merchandise ... Read More
buying shipping containers? by gg1965
hi all, does anyone know anyone that sells used shipping containers - particularly in the Da Nang area? likewise, does anyone know of a rough costing to buy shipping containers? Thanks g
er...... what kind of shipping containers? I know of some that do packaging boxes for export products, not sure if is what you are looking for. Read More
Employer holding employees' passport by ash78
Good day, Please enlighten me. I'm working in an English Center but I wanted to resign because of the following reasons. 1. The employer pays my salary in an installment basis. 2. He can't give me a contract (don't know the ...
Be careful next time. Very little help can be sought for legal issues like this except for the authorities. Prevention is better than cure. As a foreigner, is always better to be on the safer side. Is not your homeground ya? :lol: Read More
Looking for an old Vietnamese traditional sausage recipe by AlegreViajero
There is in Vietnam a traditional sausage recipe. Like in France the Merguez, in Australia the Saveloy, in Mexico the Chorizo, in Germany the Bratwurst, etc. This sausage in not too well known or popular because Vietnamese are not big sausage maker. ...
Hey old friend! How's the sausage business? Need help? :cool: Read More
Censorship-free blogs or sites. by Barkester
I'd really like to talk about just about anything other than consumer goods and unfortunately, this site has so many rules, I can't answer simple questions like why I came here. Or share a 4.4 Gb. Vietnamese language torrent that I'm ...
er.... i got suspended once stating I am advertising myself which I was not aware of? Some members here PMed me privately asking me what happened too. Anyway, I can live with it. Not a complain though but just thought it was relevant for a ... Read More
Employer holding employees' passport by ash78
Good day, Please enlighten me. I'm working in an English Center but I wanted to resign because of the following reasons. 1. The employer pays my salary in an installment basis. 2. He can't give me a contract (don't know the ...
hi Ash! In the first place, it was already a wrong move to commence work without a contract and 2nd wrong move to let him have your passport. However, I believe in resolution. As discussed before, You can talk to him nicely and let him sign an ... Read More
Custody of my child with Vietnamese ex girlfiend by Tydus
All I am seeking some advice on how as an Australian expat not living in VN I gain custody of my child who is currently with his Vietnamese mother. I'll bullet point the valid details but over view is I thought everything was ok but a surprise ...
I know of some women in Vietnam, enjoys being impregnated by foreigners. They are harmless but just feel that they will have beautiful offsprings and to play with. There are of course the general money minded ones categorised in 2: 1. Real ... Read More