Perko54
Australian expat in Vietnam
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About me
Australian
Lives in Nha Trang
Speaks A little Thai & Africans currently battling with the Vietnamese language.
Registration: 11 June 2015
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Whats the solution for ants in VN by Dannyroc3
Jeez, I hate to ask such a petty question but- when I arrived in VN I assumed mosquitoes would be a problem, but that turned out to be no problem (at least I'm my area) the bigger aggravation is the tiny ants.At the first hotel I stayed at (4th ...
@Dannyroc3 Hi mate we have a problem with little black ones in our house in Nha Trang. They bite and leave an itchy welt. I tgot a mate to bring (ant rid) from Australia it keeps them away but not permanantly. They are a pain in the arse. You can ... Read More
5 year family visa exemption by TwinlessTwin
hello, can anyone shed light for me on the process and who I need to see to start with getting this visa extension. I’d like to get it done before leaving if possible. also what documents will I need. thank you as always
If you are from USA I can't help you but if your from Australia I downloaded the 5 year visa application in Australia. When I filled it out on line I went to the Edgecliff consulate to have put in my passport. I was told I downloaded the wrong ... Read More
How To Keep The Noise Down In Vietnam? by OceanBeach92107
Man stabbed to death in quarrel over neighbors’ noisy drinking party... tuoitrenews..vn/news/society/20220313/in-vietnam-man-stabbed-to-death-in-quarrel-over-neighbors-noisy-drinking-party
@goodolboy What about when their talking on the phone why do they yell at each other? I had a delegation come to tell my wife to stop me from working at mid day during siesta period. Read More
Settle down in Quy Nhon by Cuoc song dep
Hi all, currently stucked abroad but lived for some years in Vietnam. Now looking for infos about Quy Nhon : I was told that foreigners can't live in any area they choose in QN but are parked in condos... Does anyone have infos / can ...
My Wife and I built a house in Nha Trang she had to get permission from the police to move about 3 K's from her family home. Could not get the electricity connected until this happened. She sat in the police station most of the first day. After ... Read More
Flights to Vietnam from Australia by vic50
Does anyone know if any airline is flying into Vietnam Hi Chin Min from Australia and from what airport.
My family tickets were cancelled by Viet Airlines from Australia to Vietnam in June. I know know of 2 people who have left the Country. ! Cambodian lady flew from Oz to Cambodia via Ho Chi Minh City with Vietnam Airlines. The other flew to Bali ... Read More
Retiring on virtually no money by SteinNebraska
I don't want to comment on any particular thread as I don't want to offend anyone and it is completely their right to do what they want in life. That said, there have been more than a few threads here lately on trying to retire on the bare ...
I think in countries like America & Australia when you reach 60 you have used up your usefulness in the capitalist world. With HR & the medicals & function evaluation tests its an easy way to not recruit aging workers. The aging people ... Read More
Vietcombank & best way to get VND into GBP by GuestPoster0020
I have a teaching job in Hanoi, I will start soon. They will pay me every month into Vietcombank in VND. What should I do if I save some money and want to extract it into GBP when / if I go home (UK)? Can I just convert and send it to a UK bank ...
On a holiday to Bangkok I had no problem exchanging Viet Dong into Thai Bart at a money exchange booth. Thai bart are welcome everywhere. If its a large amount there are groups that transfer the money between people in different countries sounds ... Read More
Sending money out of Vietnam by too0ky
Hey everyone! I am just learning how restrictive the banking regulations in Vietnam is. I lend a friend some cash, and now she is trying to pay me back, but unfortunately, the banks would not allow her to send it overseas (US or Budapest). Does ...
Thats why its so popular breaking away from the system Read More
Sending money out of Vietnam by too0ky
Hey everyone! I am just learning how restrictive the banking regulations in Vietnam is. I lend a friend some cash, and now she is trying to pay me back, but unfortunately, the banks would not allow her to send it overseas (US or Budapest). Does ...
Yes I want to send the money overseas Read More
Sending money out of Vietnam by too0ky
Hey everyone! I am just learning how restrictive the banking regulations in Vietnam is. I lend a friend some cash, and now she is trying to pay me back, but unfortunately, the banks would not allow her to send it overseas (US or Budapest). Does ...
Its the future like it or hate it Read More
Agent For Difficult Visa Case by GuestPoster229
Hello fellow expats, I was hoping you guys can help me out: I have a 30-day tourist visa and want to get a longer visa. So far, I've contacted 5 different agents and all of them told me that it's NOT possible for an IRANIAN passport holder ...
If you have been in Australia for 8 years why aren't you a citizen? Read More
Sending money out of Vietnam by too0ky
Hey everyone! I am just learning how restrictive the banking regulations in Vietnam is. I lend a friend some cash, and now she is trying to pay me back, but unfortunately, the banks would not allow her to send it overseas (US or Budapest). Does ...
Can you advise me on a reputable exchange in Vietnam. I will be selling our house later this year. Read More
foreigner import the used-car for working in Vietnam by Sophie in HCM
I know the gov of vietnam allowed foreigners to import their used-car from their nation as traffic tool when working in vietnam. Anyone have that experience ? Looking forward to your reply.
Has any one had a reply I asked for his broker info never replied Read More
foreigner import the used-car for working in Vietnam by Sophie in HCM
I know the gov of vietnam allowed foreigners to import their used-car from their nation as traffic tool when working in vietnam. Anyone have that experience ? Looking forward to your reply.
Hi I am interested in your customs broker can you pass on info please Read More
Does anyone else have complications during the visa check in VN? by Vette Moto
By complications, I mean standing there having the officer either ask many questions and/or have periods of long silence (4-7 minutes) where the officer sits and looks around while holding my passport/visa. Getting through customs is quite similar ...
Make sure your exit visa is stamped its a big scam at the moment. If they don't stamp your passport next time you arrive you will be sent to a room where you will be asked to pay a fine of $300 US. Its happened to my sister in law twice they ... Read More