Honeyclotte
@honeyclotte
Filipino expat in Vietnam
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200
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About me
Filipino
Lives in Hanoi
Speaks English, A little of French and Spanish
Registration: 13 November 2010
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Amount needed to live comfortably in Saigon by maxman71
Hello All-- I hope this question has not been asked too much, but here goes: I plan on retiring in the next 1-2 years, and I would like to consider Saigon as a retirement destination. I have previously lived and worked in Thailand for 6 years, ...
there are some bad news we didnt know, the locals will cover up for it. Simply saying that crimes happened anywhere here, but didnt know its not in the news either. Read More
Amount needed to live comfortably in Saigon by maxman71
Hello All-- I hope this question has not been asked too much, but here goes: I plan on retiring in the next 1-2 years, and I would like to consider Saigon as a retirement destination. I have previously lived and worked in Thailand for 6 years, ...
Maxman, I would rather suggest to try it out living here for a couple of weeks and decide.. Thailand is good as well but VN, especially in Saigon will surprise you , five years back the cost of living is not the same as it now..but good thing is ... Read More
Can i enter Vietnam without visa again ? by Mj Domenden
Hi,im Philippine national,im planning to go vietnam around November and as i know Philippine national was free of staying within 21 days,my problem is i been in Vietnam last March,can i able to come back again,or i still need to apply visa,and if ...
Filipinos can enter VN without visa and will get a 21 days stamp upon arrival ,if you want to stay longer than 21 days you can apply for a visa sticker one week prior to expiration of your stamp entry through any travelling agency , that means ... Read More
Buses, Ho Chi Minh City. by markthomaslee
Arriving in Ho Chi Minh Airport is not a problem but getting to the city center is sometimes a problem especially arriving at night. Your only option of public transportation is taxi during night time. For your own security and safety take the taxi ...
If you arrived around 4am, and if you decided to get the city with public transport, its slow but cheaper and safe in my opinion.bus 152 can take you to the center and will make a turn near backpackers area, if you on tight budget this will suit ... Read More
Work Permit - How many days should I bet out of country? by kattie1120
woah 12 million? that's so expensive! I'm currently processing my work permit. i just sent it today to PH for authentication and notarization. I'm now working on my police registration with my new landlord because my landlord at the ...
I dont think you will leave the country while applying for a working permit, get the DN visa first from a reliable agent I presume you had DLvisa ,so far far they will advice you to cross the border (mocbai) with a visa letter, then upon returning ... Read More
Visa extension by Gphillips
I have a 90 day, multiple entry, C-1 visa for Vietnam. It is valid through 04 Feb. I need a one month extension to 04 Mar 2015. Unaware of the rule changes I went to the local travel agency for an extension on 06 Jan. No can do! Went to the ...
I dont think its about the Immigration, its the visa agent that wil rip you off..The immigration have their price for any type of Visa,..Thats why its better to run in Cambodia/Thailand etc,, VN Embassies but I heard the border (mocbai) is issuing ... Read More
Help me decide!! Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi?! Moving in October by gr4578
Hey everyone! I am a 22 year old American from New York City. Right now, I'm in contact with a school in Vietnam to teach English. I just finished my CELTA certificate and am finalizing my job plans. I hope to be in Vietnam in October. I am ...
Hi Grace, both cities are nice . Hanoi- I opposed to those who sai Hanoian are not friendly..the young passengers on their public bus and anywhere are more friendly, helpful and respectful, this is per my experience,, and per my observation, i have ... Read More
Maids by morefuninthephilippines
One thing, I must admit, is I got a little excited when my husband and I decided to look at the option of having a maid. People here don't understand that as it is the norm, but coming from Australia it was quite the novelty! I no longer have a ...
If they hire a maid that means they can afford to pay her, life is so fast now a days..we need a helping hands and for her (maid) is simply a job ..so whats the problem here? Read More
Maids by morefuninthephilippines
One thing, I must admit, is I got a little excited when my husband and I decided to look at the option of having a maid. People here don't understand that as it is the norm, but coming from Australia it was quite the novelty! I no longer have a ...
If they hire a maid that means they can afford to pay her, life is so fast now a days..we need a helping hands and for her (maid) is simply a job ..so whats the problem here? Read More
Visa Extensions - How Many? by mtgmike
I entered Vietnam on a 3 month B3 visa in March 2013. I've left my passport with a Saigon Visa business to extend it twice for three months each since then, so I've been in the country without leaving for about 8 months. In the past I've been ...
Get on the bus to PP, Cambodia and apply for a new visa in Vietnam Embassy,or in Bangkok. Expedited processing is a lot expensive but im sure wont hurt your pocket. If you are willing to wait for a cheaper fee on regular processing time then you ... Read More
Rich or Poor, how are you treated? by ancientpathos
Greetings, Just curious about how other expats are treated. My fashion sense has been cargo shorts, pull over shirts and sandals for my first year. Everywhere I have traveled the people are friendly and to my surprise I am saluted a lot by the men ...
HHHHmmmm...i had fun reading this thread.... Read More
º£½ÇÂÒÂ× life in Vietnam by Julien
Hi everyone, have you already heard about the º£½ÇÂÒÂ× Explorer Survey ? It's the largest survey on expat life, conducted by HSBC. Check out the survey and share your experience of life in Vietnam by filling in the º£½ÇÂÒÂ× Explorer 2013 survey ...
peace! Read More
English Language Cinema in HCMC? by Tano
Hi all, I am keen to head off to the movies tonight, but I have heard that there aren't many English language cinemas in Ho Chi Minh City. Can anyone recommend one to me? The closer to D2, the better! Cheers!
Try the VIP lounge ( megastar) of the Parkson paragon in D7 ? Vietnam,s movie house is not too bad , not so crowded especially on weekdays, Seen Croods last week and we are only 2 adults and t two kids hahahahaha..we,ve been shouting, yelling and ... Read More
difference between HCMC and Saigon by khanh44
Hi, was just curious what's the difference between the HCMC and Saigon forum? Aren't they the same city? And can I make a suggestion for future expansion of this forum to have a Can Tho or mien tay forum section?
Hope you can still watch the Leafs in action. Cheers! Send me the link if its good. Read More
Cake and wrapping paper by tuhang
Hello, Where can I go to buy a cake that is not an ice cake and wrapping paper in Saigon?
Tried those bakeries hunting for yummy cakes. Sad to say, didnt passed my standard. But there are some entrepreneurs who post for her business , making cakes.. She is french.. Will send ya a Pm Read More