philcon
Australian looking for information about Vietnam
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Registration: 21 October 2014
Open bank account no Kitas by philcon
Hi. I am looking to open a bank account in Bali. When I arrive in late January With BCA if possible. I am Australian, 66 years old, retired, I Have a social visa, which I can extend for up to six months. I will be doing some voluntary English ...
Thanks for your advice, really appreciate it. It's been a long journey, I feel I have finally found a Place I can hang my hat up. All the best for the new year! Phil Read More
Open bank account no Kitas by philcon
Hi. I am looking to open a bank account in Bali. When I arrive in late January With BCA if possible. I am Australian, 66 years old, retired, I Have a social visa, which I can extend for up to six months. I will be doing some voluntary English ...
Thank you for this info, I will go to BCA branch in Ubud(i assume they have a branch there)and simply say, That I have a Social visa. That I have recently applied for my Kitas, but it is still in the process. Should I mention that I am doing ... Read More
Open bank account no Kitas by philcon
Hi. I am looking to open a bank account in Bali. When I arrive in late January With BCA if possible. I am Australian, 66 years old, retired, I Have a social visa, which I can extend for up to six months. I will be doing some voluntary English ...
Hi Thanks for reply. I was hoping there would be some way without Kitas. I will try for sure, but as a retiree I would not qualify for Kitas. Only other Option is to ask sponsor. Ok cheers philip Read More
Open bank account no Kitas
Hi. I am looking to open a bank account in Bali. When I arrive in late January With BCA if possible. I am Australian, 66 years old, retired, I Have a social visa, which I can extend for up to six months. I will be doing some voluntary English ... Read More
ONE WAY TICKET by philcon
Hi I am planning to fly into Vietnam from Australia in January 2015 I am hoping to stay for an extended period, I am not sure how long. Question: Can i fly in with a three month visa on a one way ticket? Thanks for any reply
Thanks for this comment; Anyone (Foreigner) can have a vehicle under their name if they have more than one year left on their Visa/Permit/etc. With the new driving licence rule coming in January 2015( International drivers licence accepted) buying ... Read More
ONE WAY TICKET by philcon
Hi I am planning to fly into Vietnam from Australia in January 2015 I am hoping to stay for an extended period, I am not sure how long. Question: Can i fly in with a three month visa on a one way ticket? Thanks for any reply
Ok, and even if they change the law; they can always change it back again. I guess my only investment will be in a motor bike. cheers Phil Read More
ONE WAY TICKET by philcon
Hi I am planning to fly into Vietnam from Australia in January 2015 I am hoping to stay for an extended period, I am not sure how long. Question: Can i fly in with a three month visa on a one way ticket? Thanks for any reply
ok I hope this changes, how do people invest with confidence if they only get three month visa? thanks for comments Read More
ONE WAY TICKET by philcon
Hi I am planning to fly into Vietnam from Australia in January 2015 I am hoping to stay for an extended period, I am not sure how long. Question: Can i fly in with a three month visa on a one way ticket? Thanks for any reply
Thanks for this comment There are many updates to these visa issues, as you know the six month visa was changed a few months ago. I will use the overland comment, hopefully this will be ok. cheers Read More
ONE WAY TICKET by philcon
Hi I am planning to fly into Vietnam from Australia in January 2015 I am hoping to stay for an extended period, I am not sure how long. Question: Can i fly in with a three month visa on a one way ticket? Thanks for any reply
Cheers much appreciated, I will be in Siagon for the first four weeks then not sure Read More
ONE WAY TICKET by philcon
Hi I am planning to fly into Vietnam from Australia in January 2015 I am hoping to stay for an extended period, I am not sure how long. Question: Can i fly in with a three month visa on a one way ticket? Thanks for any reply
Hi thanks for this comment You have raised the second the issue, how much does a three month visa cost? $45 is pretty inexpensive i have been told $75 but that's ok. The main issue is getting through with a one way ticket. I am hoping to do ... Read More
ONE WAY TICKET by philcon
Hi I am planning to fly into Vietnam from Australia in January 2015 I am hoping to stay for an extended period, I am not sure how long. Question: Can i fly in with a three month visa on a one way ticket? Thanks for any reply
Thanks hopefully all will be ok Read More
ONE WAY TICKET
Hi I am planning to fly into Vietnam from Australia in January 2015 I am hoping to stay for an extended period, I am not sure how long. Question: Can i fly in with a three month visa on a one way ticket? Thanks for any reply Read More
What's the fastest way to get a TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certificate? by howietp
I have been offered a job but apparently need to get an English teaching certificate for the work visa. TEFL/TESOL/CELTA/DELTA are all ok. Is if feasible to do something online and get it in a week or two? Thanks!
Hi i think i will take your advice and test the water prior to making a decision on tefl course. and thanks for checking out age restrictions Read More
Has anyone taken the TESOL course at Australia-vietnam School of Engli by nikkkki
Hi guys! I'm new here and I'm hoping someone could help me out. I'm interested in teaching english in Vietnam and I was told I need a TESOL or some kind of certification. I was contacted by someone at Australia-Vietnam school of ...
Hi ghengis212 Thanks for the info i'm not all that worried about getting a job. I am retired now so really just something to fill in the time most likely will do a bit of volunteer work. Love the 70-200 f/2.8L but too big for me and wow ... Read More
Has anyone taken the TESOL course at Australia-vietnam School of Engli by nikkkki
Hi guys! I'm new here and I'm hoping someone could help me out. I'm interested in teaching english in Vietnam and I was told I need a TESOL or some kind of certification. I was contacted by someone at Australia-Vietnam school of ...
Hi ghengis212 I really appreciate this message because it answers two of my questions right off the bat. 1. Age is no limit, 2. value in doing the course if you have no teaching experience. One question, did compass assist you in finding a job or ... Read More
Has anyone taken the TESOL course at Australia-vietnam School of Engli by nikkkki
Hi guys! I'm new here and I'm hoping someone could help me out. I'm interested in teaching english in Vietnam and I was told I need a TESOL or some kind of certification. I was contacted by someone at Australia-Vietnam school of ...
Hi Auzgold, No I will be going with AVSE if I decide to to the course. And I appreciate the fact that you have not mentioned my Maturity. Bluenz thinks I might be wasting my money, he may be right. Because I have no teaching experience I feel the ... Read More
Has anyone taken the TESOL course at Australia-vietnam School of Engli by nikkkki
Hi guys! I'm new here and I'm hoping someone could help me out. I'm interested in teaching english in Vietnam and I was told I need a TESOL or some kind of certification. I was contacted by someone at Australia-Vietnam school of ...
Hi ok i will be making a decision between COMPASS and AVSE so i just thought i would ask thanks Phil Read More
Has anyone taken the TESOL course at Australia-vietnam School of Engli by nikkkki
Hi guys! I'm new here and I'm hoping someone could help me out. I'm interested in teaching english in Vietnam and I was told I need a TESOL or some kind of certification. I was contacted by someone at Australia-Vietnam school of ...
Hi Nikkki, 'I have been in contact with COMPASS Education and decided to go with them for a TESOL certificate". How do you like the course so far would you recommend it? thanks Phil Read More
Has anyone taken the TESOL course at Australia-vietnam School of Engli by nikkkki
Hi guys! I'm new here and I'm hoping someone could help me out. I'm interested in teaching english in Vietnam and I was told I need a TESOL or some kind of certification. I was contacted by someone at Australia-Vietnam school of ...
Thanks I really appreciate your advice on this, i will think it over and decide if i go withTesol with Aussie school Peter Grouch in HCMC if i am ever up your way i will be happy to shout you a beer. Cheers Phil Read More
Has anyone taken the TESOL course at Australia-vietnam School of Engli by nikkkki
Hi guys! I'm new here and I'm hoping someone could help me out. I'm interested in teaching english in Vietnam and I was told I need a TESOL or some kind of certification. I was contacted by someone at Australia-Vietnam school of ...
Mate I really appreciate this, i don't want to waste $1600. I would not be seeking a full time position but part time, maybe to fill in for some one on sick leave or eve, weekends etc Thanks once again Cheers Phil Read More
Has anyone taken the TESOL course at Australia-vietnam School of Engli by nikkkki
Hi guys! I'm new here and I'm hoping someone could help me out. I'm interested in teaching english in Vietnam and I was told I need a TESOL or some kind of certification. I was contacted by someone at Australia-Vietnam school of ...
Hi Bluenz I have read a few of the comments about Tefl/ Tesol etc. I was wondering if you could comment on whether or not I would find it difficult to find a job teaching English in Vietnam? I have a masters degree from Sydney Uni History , no ... Read More
Open a personal bank account - Comparison of banks offers by TuanSgn
Hello all, I am looking to open a personal bank account, which can be managed easily by internet or phone and that provides me a debit card. There are other people in this case so I want to make a post that can be updated with your experience. You ...
Hi Ray No worries, you have been very helpful That's the great thing about these forums. Being able share info and keep upto Date Cheers phil Read More
Open a personal bank account - Comparison of banks offers by TuanSgn
Hello all, I am looking to open a personal bank account, which can be managed easily by internet or phone and that provides me a debit card. There are other people in this case so I want to make a post that can be updated with your experience. You ...
Hi Ray This account has no minimum balance, if i transfer citibank to citibank there is no transfer fee either but my only issue is that citibank will charge 3% conversion if they convert the money to dong. But as suggested i think by bluenz, if ... Read More
Open a personal bank account - Comparison of banks offers by TuanSgn
Hello all, I am looking to open a personal bank account, which can be managed easily by internet or phone and that provides me a debit card. There are other people in this case so I want to make a post that can be updated with your experience. You ...
Hi Citibank Plus card No minimum balance no minimum deposit no annual account fees no atm fees if you use citibank Atms (not many atms in vientnam) don't need sms as citibank have app for iphone that works on any phone no need local chip only ... Read More
Open a personal bank account - Comparison of banks offers by TuanSgn
Hello all, I am looking to open a personal bank account, which can be managed easily by internet or phone and that provides me a debit card. There are other people in this case so I want to make a post that can be updated with your experience. You ...
Hi Colin Thanks for comments, yep obscene is the word. Banks in Aus don't like being robbed, when they are they can call the Cops. Who do we call? Cheers phil Read More
Open a personal bank account - Comparison of banks offers by TuanSgn
Hello all, I am looking to open a personal bank account, which can be managed easily by internet or phone and that provides me a debit card. There are other people in this case so I want to make a post that can be updated with your experience. You ...
Hi Thanks for comments, I think doing banking online is the way To go once I have Vietnamese account. As long as my bank in Aus does Not convert the money, seems I'm ok. I am happy with vietnam bank converting the money as they don't ... Read More
Open a personal bank account - Comparison of banks offers by TuanSgn
Hello all, I am looking to open a personal bank account, which can be managed easily by internet or phone and that provides me a debit card. There are other people in this case so I want to make a post that can be updated with your experience. You ...
Hi Miley thanks for your suggestion, this is a good link i came across recentley. This Citi bank account is only available to Aussie customers at the moment. But may have been ... Read More
Open a personal bank account - Comparison of banks offers by TuanSgn
Hello all, I am looking to open a personal bank account, which can be managed easily by internet or phone and that provides me a debit card. There are other people in this case so I want to make a post that can be updated with your experience. You ...
Hi Anz charge too much on conversion fees Well The main reason i intended to bring the cash is to avoid the conversion fee the bank charges. My bank asked for $30 to transfer the cash and 3% to convert which comes to approximately $330 i think ... Read More
Open a personal bank account - Comparison of banks offers by TuanSgn
Hello all, I am looking to open a personal bank account, which can be managed easily by internet or phone and that provides me a debit card. There are other people in this case so I want to make a post that can be updated with your experience. You ...
Hi thanks for your suggestion This would be issue 2: How to keep topping up my vietnam bank account ( when and if i can set one up) Well The main reason i intended to bring the cash is to avoid the conversion fee the bank charges. My bank asked ... Read More
Open a personal bank account - Comparison of banks offers by TuanSgn
Hello all, I am looking to open a personal bank account, which can be managed easily by internet or phone and that provides me a debit card. There are other people in this case so I want to make a post that can be updated with your experience. You ...
Thanks Ray "I've always gone back to the branch to pick-up ATM cards when they're ready" Thanks for clarifying this This was one issue i was worried about, as i will not have a permanent address or mail box to start. in Australia ... Read More
Open a personal bank account - Comparison of banks offers by TuanSgn
Hello all, I am looking to open a personal bank account, which can be managed easily by internet or phone and that provides me a debit card. There are other people in this case so I want to make a post that can be updated with your experience. You ...
Ray Ok thanks again for this info I don't mind paying any reasonable bank fees, when I use their facilities. I intend bringing $10,000, heading straight over to Vietcom bank. Open deposit account with atm card facility. I will be in district ... Read More
Open a personal bank account - Comparison of banks offers by TuanSgn
Hello all, I am looking to open a personal bank account, which can be managed easily by internet or phone and that provides me a debit card. There are other people in this case so I want to make a post that can be updated with your experience. You ...
thanks for the info i am looking for a bank with the most atms as i intend to see as much of Vietnam as i can so i will keep HD bank in mind if i fail with Vietcom. Thanks mate Read More
Open a personal bank account - Comparison of banks offers by TuanSgn
Hello all, I am looking to open a personal bank account, which can be managed easily by internet or phone and that provides me a debit card. There are other people in this case so I want to make a post that can be updated with your experience. You ...
ok thanks Ray This is good news i was getting a little worried, i would have to keep using an overseas ATMS. I plan to stay for at least 6 months maybe longer. I'll cut an paste that bank address into google. and give them a go. Cheers Phil Read More
Open a personal bank account - Comparison of banks offers by TuanSgn
Hello all, I am looking to open a personal bank account, which can be managed easily by internet or phone and that provides me a debit card. There are other people in this case so I want to make a post that can be updated with your experience. You ...
Hi i am hoping to come to Vietnam in January 2015, and also hoping to open an account with Vietcombank. i have been informed that the bank requires a passport also showing a six month visa. as the Vietnamese Govt only now grants three months visa ... Read More