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Canadian expat in Vietnam
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About me
Canadian, Single
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh
Speaks English, French
Registration: 01 October 2015
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Divorce in Vietnam (2024) by Randomguy2040
Hi everyone, me (American) and my wife ( Vietnamese) want to divorce in VN. Neither of us have kids, assets or properties to dispute over. I reached out to a few lawyers online. I was quoted 4000 dollars on average and they recommended an unilateral ...
I had a friend from Sweden who married a Vietnamese (wife). They tied the knot in Singapore and later moved to Vietnam, but they didn鈥檛 register their marriage there. My friend was initially granted a five-year spousal visa in Vietnam based on ... Read More
Looking to start a business in Saigon by lambieallan
Looking to start a business in Saigon I am Australia does anyone know the rules or someone who is good at this to help me I contacted lawyer but he wants five hundred us an hour these lawyers never cease to amaze me
@lambieallanStarting a business in Vietnam as a foreigner can be quite challenging. While Vietnam has developed significantly, the mindset and attitudes of the people may still feel reminiscent of 20鈥�30 years ago. One change, however, is that ... Read More
Vietnamese birth certificate by Juliapuzzle
Hi, my friend is vietnamese in the UK on a spouse visa. Her mother incorrectly registered her DOB so she could start school earlier( in the 1990s) she celebrates her birthday on the day she was born and this has been posted on social media.She going ...
Yes, of course, it's illegal. As you mentioned, her mother mistakenly registered her date of birth, but everyone still remembers to celebrate on the correct day. If it was truly a mistake, there has been plenty of time to correct it. Let鈥檚 be ... Read More
Which is better Hanoi or HCMC ? by daviddomoney
Are there many expats in Hanoi or just HCMC? Which is a better place to be based?
It's not that difficult, as many international and local companies in Vietnam are actively seeking to expand into overseas markets and need capable individuals to support these efforts.It's always wise to research thoroughly before making any ... Read More
Which is better Hanoi or HCMC ? by daviddomoney
Are there many expats in Hanoi or just HCMC? Which is a better place to be based?
I first came to Vietnam 15 years ago, arriving in Hanoi. At that time, I found life there to be a bit more challenging, so I decided to move to Ho Chi Minh City (HCM), where life felt easier. Of course, this was 15 years ago.Now, both cities have ... Read More
Traveling father with child. by JStevenss
Soon I'll be traveling to Vietnam with my 4yo daughter, who shares my last name. My wife will join us 1 week later. Everything is in order, passports, evisa, hotels and so on. We even got a parental consent letter which is not obligatory in our ...
Soon I'll be traveling to Vietnam with my 4yo daughter, who shares my last name. My wife will join us 1 week later. Everything is in order, passports, evisa, hotels and so on. We even got a parental consent letter which is not obligatory in our ... Read More
Claim Social security fund when leaving Vietnam after work contracr by danrodri
Hi. Any experience on how to do to claim the social security fund? My company has an agent for those poor guys who leave the country and have no other thing than to resort to an agent. I've had bad experience with agents, trying to make a very good ...
Claiming your social security fund in Vietnam after your work contract ends can be done by yourself, without using on agents. Here are a step-by-step guide to help you to known the process:Steps to Claim Your Social Security FundPrepare Required ... Read More
How to find an expat job? by David Vankerkhoven
My name is David. I live in Canada. I was wondering how do I find a job in another country as an expat? Are there websites for this? Can I get help with this from a company? Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks
Hi David! Finding a job abroad as an expat can be an exciting journey. Here are some steps and resources to help you:Websites for Job SearchLinkedIn: A global platform for networking and job searching. You can filter jobs by location and connect ... Read More
Vietnam Will Allow Starlink Internet For 600,000 Subscribers by OceanBeach92107
Huge!https://www.reuters.com/technology/space/vietnam-issues-decision-allow-spacexs-starlink-satellite-internet-service-2025-03-26/
Yes, Starlink's pilot program in Vietnam is designed to cooperate with local operators. The plan includes partnering with Vietnamese companies to distribute hardware and deliver services to customers. This collaboration aims to ensure smooth ... Read More
Taking out More Than $5000 by Bill2014
Leaving Vietnam and after selling all my stuff will have about $6000 . Limit to take out of the country is $5000. Is there any problem if i just declare it at customs? What will they do? Need any bank receipts ? I do not have any evidence of ...
A few years ago, I carried 7,000 euros with me while leaving Vietnam. During the customs check, the officer noticed it during a scan and directed me to another room. Knowing it was against regulations, I gave 100 euros to each officer (a total of ... Read More
How do agents get an evisa in just a few hours? by Dannyroc3
I am getting ready to do a border run and trying to understand how the system works.When you pay an agency, they can approve it in as little as 2 hours.What makes all these agencies able to get such results within hours, or is it possible for anyone ...
Every business has its own secret strategies. It seems that those agencies implemented the right ones. Read More
Single mom considering moving to Vietnam by GuestPoster7633
Hi everyone, I am a single mom considering moving to Vietnam, but I feel a bit nervous about going alone. Are there any other single moms here who have experience living in Vietnam? I would love to hear about your experiences and any advice you ...
I don't think it's a good idea to share any information based on her post, as she didn鈥檛 provide clear details about her trip. While she did mention that she鈥檚 a single mom, she didn鈥檛 say anything about moving to Vietnam with her ... Read More
In-laws family to keep asking for gifts when they never give any by ashtray9
I'm a foreigner son-in-law, my parent-in-laws are very wealthy, with a lot of properties, just in rents that bring them more than 4/5 times more than what I earn. Now every time I travel, I bring gifts for the entire family, fancy bags for ...
@ashtray9 I glad your awareness that you are already an ATM for them. I recommend letting your wife handle her family, while you focus on discussing this matter with her. Read More
Bank account for US citizen married to a Vietnamese?? by AlbertDifi
Even though I have a TRC because of marriage, I cannot have my own bank account. I have heard conflicting info and hope someone here can clarify. She has to put my money in her name with me as an authority which one bank said would authorize me to ...
聽 聽 Theoretically you should be allowed your own bank account. There may be other things getting in the way but foreigners with a TRC are allowed to open an account. Im married and my personal issue in my situation and why I was getting ... Read More
The afterwork culture in Vietnam by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Living in Vietnam is a unique opportunity to discover the different aspects of the local culture and way of life. Today, we would like to invite you to explore the afterwork culture in Vietnam and how locals get to unwind. Whether ...
@mihail 19 Business owners of that kind appreciate foreign visitors like you coming to Vietnam frequently. 50% mean How often do you go per week or month? Read More