Half Centurian
American expat in Vietnam
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Hi I'm Ben by badams2005
Coming to Vietnam at the end of September for 3 weeks and will be travelling from Saigon through Nha Trang, Ha Noi, Ha Long Bay, and finally staying in Da Nang for a week - I'm possibly considering retirement in Da Nang. I'm looking to meet new ...
Ben : then , hello ... I am Chris , my brother's name is Benjamin ... interesting. Read More
Hi I'm Ben by badams2005
Coming to Vietnam at the end of September for 3 weeks and will be travelling from Saigon through Nha Trang, Ha Noi, Ha Long Bay, and finally staying in Da Nang for a week - I'm possibly considering retirement in Da Nang. I'm looking to meet new ...
Badams2005 Hello , are you American ? I have not been back since 2017 before the screwy COVID scm and all the other noise , let me know if your American .. I still have clothing and some Family things at a friends in Saigon , in luggage and an ... Read More
Bank Transfer Scrutiny by mitsmaak
I want to transfer around $20k to my wife's Timo(viet capital) or VIB account anyone have recent experience with this? Mostly I am wandering what happens on the vietnam bank end. Is there going to be any issues or problems, explanations of the money ...
@SteinNebraskaReading this thread , I had account 6 years ago in HCMC , and it is still there , I think but inactiive yet I could not verify as call person at bank spoke no English . My friend in Saigon a married man said to not move too much at a ... Read More
Any Updates on the newly passed 12 month tourist visa for US citizens by ChrisRug
My name is Chris. I've lived here with my wife and two children for almost a year now. I read all news VN, and read a few months ago that the VN govt was going to change the way tourist visa's were issued for Japan, AU and US. I then read ...
Chris: I am also interested in this as I intend to marry and live in Vietnam the rest of my life. So this Visa will allow me more time to be a Father , and husband w/o stressing about applying every 3 months. If you marry a Vietnamese Citizen you ... Read More
Any Updates on the newly passed 12 month tourist visa for US citizens by ChrisRug
My name is Chris. I've lived here with my wife and two children for almost a year now. I read all news VN, and read a few months ago that the VN govt was going to change the way tourist visa's were issued for Japan, AU and US. I then read ...
Try best ; with the horrible illegal immigration from Mexico and Latin America and the resultant crime and dependency costs the air has been poisoned on Left and Right in USA. This is because of current administrations encouraging of illegals from ... Read More
Any Updates on the newly passed 12 month tourist visa for US citizens by ChrisRug
My name is Chris. I've lived here with my wife and two children for almost a year now. I read all news VN, and read a few months ago that the VN govt was going to change the way tourist visa's were issued for Japan, AU and US. I then read ...
Hope for best. Read More
Best joint doctors : Knees in HCMC by Half Centurian
I have a bad left knee that is " new " steel , but full of fluid , hot and painful. I need it drained by qualified doctor/ surgeon so I do not get infection inside joint. Are there any qualified Clinics or Hospitals in HCMC that can ...
I am required to go to the USA and see my Surgeon that did the Knee removal and artificial ( steel ) knee installation , per Medical Care under my claim, hence i am flying out under terrible costs to do this and return. Talk about expense : You ... Read More
Any Updates on the newly passed 12 month tourist visa for US citizens by ChrisRug
My name is Chris. I've lived here with my wife and two children for almost a year now. I read all news VN, and read a few months ago that the VN govt was going to change the way tourist visa's were issued for Japan, AU and US. I then read ...
Where is this place you go to get the six month visa ( double 90 day Visa ) and is it multiple entry ? If so I would like to try the same process with same agency. Thanks: Half Centurion ~ :D Read More
Best joint doctors : Knees in HCMC by Half Centurian
I have a bad left knee that is " new " steel , but full of fluid , hot and painful. I need it drained by qualified doctor/ surgeon so I do not get infection inside joint. Are there any qualified Clinics or Hospitals in HCMC that can ...
Nasser: Thanks for word of caution, I know 70 yr old from earlier time as a different handle in this site , but lost my codes book in travel. Write me at my emil:seattleslew999@gmail.com to explain specifics relating to the PFV , caution you ... Read More
Tips and advice to thrive in Vietnam by Priscilla
Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Vietnam? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...
Well spoken ; I have only been here 3 months , but home is fading away. America is at WAR right now in a civil war over the direction of the Nation. I am deeply troubled by my homeland's divisions. Here it is simple. I leave all of that ... Read More
Tips and advice to thrive in Vietnam by Priscilla
Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Vietnam? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...
I drink a little ; but find Coffee my old habit. Wearing a Kilt around Saigon , I already stand out. Sometimes I like to fit in ; but there are things I love , and I love my Home and heritage. So I live here and try to fit in , but still keep a ... Read More
Best joint doctors : Knees in HCMC
I have a bad left knee that is " new " steel , but full of fluid , hot and painful. I need it drained by qualified doctor/ surgeon so I do not get infection inside joint. Are there any qualified Clinics or Hospitals in HCMC that can ... Read More
Best cities to live in Vietnam by Julien
Hi, ItÂ’s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Vietnam. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
T. Dang: Hello. I am in Saigon ( HCMC ) right now. Yes it is fast here. Traffic is real difficult if you cannot adapt. I like the crazy way people drive , except speeding on the sidewalks. Bikes speeding down sidewalks is bad for kids. For ... Read More
Tips and advice to thrive in Vietnam by Priscilla
Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Vietnam? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...
This is good advice. I was too young to fight in the American War, and the Elder Vietnamese I speak to do not hate Americans. They fear : China the 4000 year war. War aside, yes learn about the culture of Vietnam , and focus on the depth of it. ... Read More
Tips and advice to thrive in Vietnam by Priscilla
Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Vietnam? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...
Priscilla First ; find a gift , this is a person that has lived here for decades and will be like an Uncle or Aunt to you. Treasure. Second: DO , yes do go to the get togethers offered through the Íæż½ã½ã site. The people you meet will inspire ... Read More