KKK36
Australian looking for information about Vietnam
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Most common scams in Vietnam by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Vietnam as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it’s immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online traps or ...
"What are the most common scams targeting expats in Vietnam?"Anything and everything! And not just targeted at expats, scams are rife even against the Vietnamese so exercise caution. If possible get word of mouth referrals etc. Read More
Marrying a buddist as a Christian by marrbuff
Any thoughts on the viability of a western christian marrying a buddist in 'vietnam or 'thailand?
A quote I heard attributed to the Buddha many years ago, " A THOUSAND MONKS, A THOUSAND RELIGIONS"I'm also very happily married to a Vietnamese woman of nominally buddhist faith. I'm not a fundamentalist christian though raised RC. Funnily, my ... Read More
One way flight into VN by Svho
Anyone have first hand experience flying into VN with one way ticket into the country? Does the government require a return flight or to another destination? I have been there 3 times and a native from Danang. Looking to make a move ...
And Express VPN works better IMO. Faster, less router switching and works with most streaming options.Both usually have subscription deals available. Read More
One way flight into VN by Svho
Anyone have first hand experience flying into VN with one way ticket into the country? Does the government require a return flight or to another destination? I have been there 3 times and a native from Danang. Looking to make a move ...
Most airlines do not work this way anymore. Read More
What are Vietnamese workers like as people? by Rudi2255477
Hello,I am planning to open a small factory in the Asian region and would like to learn more about what Vietnamese people are like.How do they generally behave or perform as workers?In comparison to Chinese workers, what are the main differences in ...
@rogergarinmichaud I don't think this is about foreigners....in India in particular, we use to make a practise of never saying, 'is that the way to our destination , but rather, simply ask which direction it is to a place. That usually gave you a ... Read More
Computer woes, where to buy? by Dannyroc3
My 2017 Macbookpro is occasionally getting a huge barcode-like line down the center of my screen, once it filled the whole screen. If I close it or restart, it goes away but that cant be a sign of good things to come.AI says it could be the screen ...
@Aidan in HCMC I recommended you wait and buy in November in the US ...or Australia...maybe I was obtuse? Read More
Computer woes, where to buy? by Dannyroc3
My 2017 Macbookpro is occasionally getting a huge barcode-like line down the center of my screen, once it filled the whole screen. If I close it or restart, it goes away but that cant be a sign of good things to come.AI says it could be the screen ...
@Dannyroc3It is more likely to be the graphios chip or assocaited circuitry. Keep your data backed up and get a new one when ready (as you say, maybe cheaper out of VN). If your ipad will keep you happy for 6 months you can get the good sales in ... Read More
TRC and customs on returning to Vietnam
HIOn the way back tonight and re-entering on a TRC for the first time.Do you still just get in the horrible long queue with all the other tourists or does a TRC allow entry through other queues?ThanksK Read More
Schools in Vietnam for Íæż½ã½ãs by Nuket.Ma
Hi there!My family (two adults and two teenagers, 16 and 13 years old) is considering moving to Vietnam, and we're trying to gather some information about how schools work there for expat families.From what we've gathered, it seems like most expats ...
...and as a former teacher, I would add that the old adage, "the squeaky wheel gets the oil" is just as true in a classroom. Be a parent who engages with the kids teachers and your children will get the best that classroom has to offer. Read More
Schools in Vietnam for Íæż½ã½ãs by Nuket.Ma
Hi there!My family (two adults and two teenagers, 16 and 13 years old) is considering moving to Vietnam, and we're trying to gather some information about how schools work there for expat families.From what we've gathered, it seems like most expats ...
HiI'm an Aussie married to a special Vietnamese woman. She has two children 8 and 11 yrs old. The 8 year old is in a Vietnamese school, a better one, and the fees are a few million Dong per month. The 11 year old is in another Vietnamese school ... 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/
https://www.investing.com/news/economic-indicators/spacex-eyes-starlink-hub-with-multiple-ground-stations-in-vietnam-sources-say-3959210 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/
@aremuabisoye my internet is not always good. Read More
Skype is going to "retire." by Dannyroc3
Skype has a banner announcing they will retire in a month or so.Skype has been my go-to for making calls from any wifi when traveling with just a few dollars on the account.So now I need to find a similar service Where I can put $10 in the account ...
whatsapp or Signal are free but other party needs to be on the platform Read More
Vietnamese Driving Licence Application by mmain
To obtain a Vietnamese driving licence, I understand I need a certified copy of my UK driving licence plus a translation. As my driving licence is a card listing UK vehicle categories, does anyone have a worked example of what they have submitted ...
@OceanBeach92107I used an agent but moved straight from an E-visa to a 3 year TRC in HCMC late 2024. (Post marriage) The agent claimed it was a common task for them. Cost us about US$500 including government fees. Read More
SIM cards for non-residents? by It2VN
For previous visits of up to 15 days I've just got a form of tourist (physical) SIM card. I'm curious about what longer term visitors' solutions are if they're not officially resident and so can't obtain a regular contract. Do they resort to ...
you can still do a monthly prepaid I use Vietel 135k dong for 5g and 5gig a data Read More