Brian Jo
English expat in Vietnam
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Registration: 21 February 2016
Jointly buying a home as an Expat married to a local vietnamese! by Brian Jo
Hi Everyone, Just reaching out to all those who are Expats married to local Vietnamese and have recently purchased a property in HCM or elsewhere in Vietnam, could you please share your experiences going through the entire purchase life-cycle. ...
Hi THIGV, For salaries, the amounts are small. I'm interested to know if anyone has remitted proceeds from a property sale over $500k - $1m. I'm really seeking confirmation that it's actually been done and the process can be ... Read More
Jointly buying a home as an Expat married to a local vietnamese! by Brian Jo
Hi Everyone, Just reaching out to all those who are Expats married to local Vietnamese and have recently purchased a property in HCM or elsewhere in Vietnam, could you please share your experiences going through the entire purchase life-cycle. ...
Thanks mr6590, The key problem which nobody seems to be able to provide any satisfactory answers too is outbound remittance once the property is sold. Neither the agents or the banks seem to have any consistent answer. Implementation of government ... Read More
Jointly buying a home as an Expat married to a local vietnamese!
Hi Everyone, Just reaching out to all those who are Expats married to local Vietnamese and have recently purchased a property in HCM or elsewhere in Vietnam, could you please share your experiences going through the entire purchase life-cycle. ... Read More
3 Year TRC (Temporary Residence Card) without work permit by charmavietnam
Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is available now for foreigners who are parents, spouses and children of Vietnamese citizens. Actually I intend to apply for this when my work related TRC ends in this December but should go out of country and stay 2-3 ...
I'm surprised the Dutch embassy doesn't provide notarization service in Vietnam, which is considered one of the most important services of an overseas embassy for its countries citizens. Check again on this point as I find it hard to ... Read More
3 Year TRC (Temporary Residence Card) without work permit by charmavietnam
Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is available now for foreigners who are parents, spouses and children of Vietnamese citizens. Actually I intend to apply for this when my work related TRC ends in this December but should go out of country and stay 2-3 ...
If the original copies of the marriage certificate are not notarised with the official stamps then you may have trouble with the immigration department upon submission. Getting local translation and notarization is the easy part after. Read More
3 Year TRC (Temporary Residence Card) without work permit by charmavietnam
Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is available now for foreigners who are parents, spouses and children of Vietnamese citizens. Actually I intend to apply for this when my work related TRC ends in this December but should go out of country and stay 2-3 ...
Danny, usually it's done at your embassy so if it's Dutch embassy, then find out where it is in HCMC and go pay them a visit and get your original marriage certificate copies certified first. Then you will need them translated into ... Read More
3 Year TRC (Temporary Residence Card) without work permit by charmavietnam
Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is available now for foreigners who are parents, spouses and children of Vietnamese citizens. Actually I intend to apply for this when my work related TRC ends in this December but should go out of country and stay 2-3 ...
Danny, all marriage certificates must be translated into Vietnamese and notorized before immigration will accept it for your TRC. Source language of the original certificate can be in any languages. But must be translated and copies notorized ... Read More
3 Year TRC (Temporary Residence Card) without work permit by charmavietnam
Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is available now for foreigners who are parents, spouses and children of Vietnamese citizens. Actually I intend to apply for this when my work related TRC ends in this December but should go out of country and stay 2-3 ...
NeilS, thanks for at least checking out the possibility. Looks like I was misinformed by the officer during my visit to the immigration office, opportunist in my case. Just goes to show its always worth checking and asking those who have been down ... Read More
3 Year TRC (Temporary Residence Card) without work permit by charmavietnam
Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is available now for foreigners who are parents, spouses and children of Vietnamese citizens. Actually I intend to apply for this when my work related TRC ends in this December but should go out of country and stay 2-3 ...
From experience, it's never really been a problem! I suppose it boils down to whether you consider 2m a risk or an opportunity cost. The cost is proportional to the number of years provided, as a standard TRC is 3.5m for 3 years, so an extra ... Read More
3 Year TRC (Temporary Residence Card) without work permit by charmavietnam
Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is available now for foreigners who are parents, spouses and children of Vietnamese citizens. Actually I intend to apply for this when my work related TRC ends in this December but should go out of country and stay 2-3 ...
Hi Guys, The verdict has been issued and I was given just 3 years TRC although I put 5 years on the application form. Note; I did not pay any tea money at the time of application. From my experience, a little tea money should have been given at ... Read More
3 Year TRC (Temporary Residence Card) without work permit by charmavietnam
Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is available now for foreigners who are parents, spouses and children of Vietnamese citizens. Actually I intend to apply for this when my work related TRC ends in this December but should go out of country and stay 2-3 ...
For a spouse sponsorship TRC it is not possible as the immigration department require a certified copy of the marriage certificate. You can go via the work related TRC if that is an option available for your friend. Cheers Brian Read More
How does a Non-Catholic Expat marry a Catholic Vietnamese in a church? by Brian Jo
Hi everyone, I'm looking to marry a Catholic Vietnamese girl in her local church in HCMC as a "Non-Catholic" foreigner. She has been advised by the reverend at her local church that I must obtain a letter for any church outside of ...
I started going down that train of thought prior to my meeting today and it turns out the priest already has something similar... :top: let's hope he doesn't ask for an upgrade ;) Read More
Supermarkets for foreigners by Brian Jo
Hi Guys, I'm looking for a supermarket (Any district) which caters for foreigners (expats from Europe, USA and Australia) namely. There are some products which I am specifically interested in such as; Heinz Baked Beans Unfiltered Apple Cider ...
Veggys is the only place so far that keeps Apple Cider Vinegar that is unfiltered and contains the "Mother". Just in case anyone's wondering why I would want such a bizarre product like that, it's simple. ACV is a natural remedy ... Read More
Supermarkets for foreigners by Brian Jo
Hi Guys, I'm looking for a supermarket (Any district) which caters for foreigners (expats from Europe, USA and Australia) namely. There are some products which I am specifically interested in such as; Heinz Baked Beans Unfiltered Apple Cider ...
Thanks guys... All great tips and some are really handy like Giant, Veggys and An Nam... albeit, bloody expensive food from An Nam. I guess when the craving for comfort food kicks in, it's worth paying the price at least in the short term to ... Read More
How does a Non-Catholic Expat marry a Catholic Vietnamese in a church? by Brian Jo
Hi everyone, I'm looking to marry a Catholic Vietnamese girl in her local church in HCMC as a "Non-Catholic" foreigner. She has been advised by the reverend at her local church that I must obtain a letter for any church outside of ...
Good news is that today I met with a senior priest at a church in D3. He spoke perfect English and has assured me he will seek advice from his superiors as my case was a little different from the norm. Lets wait and see what happens. Cheers Brian Read More
How does a Non-Catholic Expat marry a Catholic Vietnamese in a church? by Brian Jo
Hi everyone, I'm looking to marry a Catholic Vietnamese girl in her local church in HCMC as a "Non-Catholic" foreigner. She has been advised by the reverend at her local church that I must obtain a letter for any church outside of ...
Thanks for the offer :top: I will keep it in mind should all else fail :D Cheers Brian Read More
How does a Non-Catholic Expat marry a Catholic Vietnamese in a church? by Brian Jo
Hi everyone, I'm looking to marry a Catholic Vietnamese girl in her local church in HCMC as a "Non-Catholic" foreigner. She has been advised by the reverend at her local church that I must obtain a letter for any church outside of ...
Thanks THIGV, Express disposition is precisely the issue that the local priest is avoiding and refusing to accept that it is his responsibility to provide this under Catholic law. Asking a non-Catholic to obtain a letter from a Catholic Church ... Read More
How does a Non-Catholic Expat marry a Catholic Vietnamese in a church? by Brian Jo
Hi everyone, I'm looking to marry a Catholic Vietnamese girl in her local church in HCMC as a "Non-Catholic" foreigner. She has been advised by the reverend at her local church that I must obtain a letter for any church outside of ...
Thanks Eodmatt, I've spoken to the reverend and he has passed the buck up to the senior church official who intern passed the buck straight back at him. The family of the girl won't accept conversion of religion just to get the paperwork ... Read More
How does a Non-Catholic Expat marry a Catholic Vietnamese in a church?
Hi everyone, I'm looking to marry a Catholic Vietnamese girl in her local church in HCMC as a "Non-Catholic" foreigner. She has been advised by the reverend at her local church that I must obtain a letter for any church outside of ... Read More
3 Year TRC (Temporary Residence Card) without work permit by charmavietnam
Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is available now for foreigners who are parents, spouses and children of Vietnamese citizens. Actually I intend to apply for this when my work related TRC ends in this December but should go out of country and stay 2-3 ...
Brien, $800 is a lot of money for something which only cost $155 if you follow the process mention by charmavietnam. Do it yourself is the easiest way as the lawyer/agents will only harass you for the same documents the immigration officers will ... Read More
3 Year TRC (Temporary Residence Card) without work permit by charmavietnam
Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is available now for foreigners who are parents, spouses and children of Vietnamese citizens. Actually I intend to apply for this when my work related TRC ends in this December but should go out of country and stay 2-3 ...
P.S charmavietnam has provided a fantastic step by step guide on what to do above. Follow it carefully and you should reach the other side in around 1-2 weeks depending on your circumstances. Suggest you contact the closest immigration department, ... Read More
3 Year TRC (Temporary Residence Card) without work permit by charmavietnam
Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is available now for foreigners who are parents, spouses and children of Vietnamese citizens. Actually I intend to apply for this when my work related TRC ends in this December but should go out of country and stay 2-3 ...
Brien, If you are legally tied to the business such as shareholder, director in the business file, your TRC application must state that and the relevant TRC needs to be applied for. If however you are not legally tied in the business, your wife ... Read More
Supermarkets for foreigners by Brian Jo
Hi Guys, I'm looking for a supermarket (Any district) which caters for foreigners (expats from Europe, USA and Australia) namely. There are some products which I am specifically interested in such as; Heinz Baked Beans Unfiltered Apple Cider ...
Excellent... Very familiar with Giant! Appreciate the help. Thanks! Read More
Supermarkets for foreigners
Hi Guys, I'm looking for a supermarket (Any district) which caters for foreigners (expats from Europe, USA and Australia) namely. There are some products which I am specifically interested in such as; Heinz Baked Beans Unfiltered Apple Cider ... Read More
3 Year TRC (Temporary Residence Card) without work permit by charmavietnam
Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is available now for foreigners who are parents, spouses and children of Vietnamese citizens. Actually I intend to apply for this when my work related TRC ends in this December but should go out of country and stay 2-3 ...
There are two immigration offices 254 Nguyen Trai Street, District 1 (Head Office), and; 196 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street, Ward 6, District 3 (Immigration office) I have been told that on the NA8 form point 11, it asks specifically how long you wish ... Read More
3 Year TRC (Temporary Residence Card) without work permit by charmavietnam
Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is available now for foreigners who are parents, spouses and children of Vietnamese citizens. Actually I intend to apply for this when my work related TRC ends in this December but should go out of country and stay 2-3 ...
Hey Guys, I just came back from the government office to submit the application form for my TRC and the officer asked me whether I wanted a 3 year or 5 year TRC as the price $155 was the same. Does anyone else know about this option? Welcome ... Read More
3 Year TRC (Temporary Residence Card) without work permit by charmavietnam
Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is available now for foreigners who are parents, spouses and children of Vietnamese citizens. Actually I intend to apply for this when my work related TRC ends in this December but should go out of country and stay 2-3 ...
Appreciate the feedback and response. Very helpful thanks. Read More
3 Year TRC (Temporary Residence Card) without work permit by charmavietnam
Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is available now for foreigners who are parents, spouses and children of Vietnamese citizens. Actually I intend to apply for this when my work related TRC ends in this December but should go out of country and stay 2-3 ...
Sorry I'm fairly new to Vietnam so another quick question for you. Item 3 you mentioned was a "Residential Document from Applicant's current Ward Police station". What exactly is this document? Is it a tenancy contract with your ... Read More
3 Year TRC (Temporary Residence Card) without work permit by charmavietnam
Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is available now for foreigners who are parents, spouses and children of Vietnamese citizens. Actually I intend to apply for this when my work related TRC ends in this December but should go out of country and stay 2-3 ...
Hi, Did you go through a lawyer or did you apply direct with the government department? I've had a quote back from a law firm which was $350 USD for end to end service within 1 week. Many Thanks Brian Read More