Helena Lin
Vietnamese citizen
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27
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5
About me
Vietnamese
Speaks Vietnamese English some simple Chinese
Registration: 06 April 2016
VOA websites by Hana1234
I have heard about some VOA scam recently . Any suggestions for genuine VOA websites that I can get the approval letter ? Thanks in advance !
If they are scam, bad news run fast and their business ends. Online business is so much competitive and not easy to cheat the clients. Any guys need Vietnam visa on arrival ( VOA), I declare that no cheating but only well treating. Read More
Looking for business partners in Hanoi for travel company
Hi guys, I am a Vietnamese girl working in tourism sector, I am seriously looking for a partner (Vietnamese/ Foreigners) who is good at SEO, online marketing to develop the project. Anyone feel interests, please leave mgs. Thanks for reading! 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 ...
Hi guys, the 1 year multiple entry Vietnam visa for US came to effect on 25th August according to the agreement between 2 countries. Now, as US citizen, you could either get 1 year multiple entry tourist visa or 1 year multiple business visa. Even ... Read More
3 Month visa Extensions Ban. by raymerjacque
Anyone have any news regarding the Visa extensions for tourists ? I hear a lot of talk that the 3 months extensions are now completely obsolete and the ban will never be lifted. But if i look at the history, they place a ban every few months on ...
In Vietnam, they never ask for a return ticket dear but I hurt one of my friend in Canada told me that he must showed his return ticket when he left Canada. Any way, if you need help with Vietnam visa on arrival, you can find me. A simple and easy ... Read More
Sihanoukville consulate - same day 3 month biz visa?
Hi there. As I know getting a business visa is not just simple. They must have at least 2 working days to process it as they must find a commercial company to sponsor you for a business purpose. Best! Read More
first time extending/renewing visa by Teach4fundotcom
Has anyone recently renewed their 3-month tourist visa (first time)? I was quoted $135 for a one month single entry. I asked for 3 month but the guy said it was no longer available? I'm skeptical of this. I am thinking about doing it on my own ...
Extending a visa is cheaper than a renewal one. Read More
How to travel from Laos to Vietnam?
I don't know how to travel from Laos to Vietnam: Is it true that I can travel by land through crossing borders from Vietnam to Laos without a visa ? What about from Laos to Vietnam? For crossing border and airplane? Do people from Laos need to ... Read More
Lazada the best online shop in Vietnam? by goreme
Looking for household appliances and some sporting equipment. Will Lazada be reliable to order from?
I also have good experience with Lazada service for electronic equipments Read More
Let your child discover fantasy summer in VietNam by David Collado
Hi guys, i'm looking for some activities for my two little princesses. Any recommendation? (To add, my princesses is from 7-9 years old). Cheers.
Let them enjoy some talent programs such as playing the piano, guitar or other social skills courses for them such as taking part in summer camps from some event organistions Read More
english work by VanRoss
I've already asked this. I'm going to try asking a different way: Beyond teaching English in schools or centers, does anyone get work helping people fix their academic or business reports in English? I'm very curious if people are ...
What do you mean by general situation? I have not got it. Yes, Vietnam will be changing a lots. Read More
english work by VanRoss
I've already asked this. I'm going to try asking a different way: Beyond teaching English in schools or centers, does anyone get work helping people fix their academic or business reports in English? I'm very curious if people are ...
I think maybe we have few post-graduate because standards of acedemics are high and difficult that not many people can absorb well. The demand for recruitments is high but not many of them are qualified enough to meet the demand of the job position. ... Read More
Jobs for French by NicolaHall
Hi guys, i'm english but my man is French. we are coming to Hanoi in July and i'm just wanting some advice about what my boyfriend could do as a job. I'm an English teacher so I'm sorted but we are a little stuck for him. His english ...
He could apply for free-lance translator after visa translation companies. Translating French documents can be well-paid in Vietnam. He also knows about English,which is one of his advantage for this kind of job. He can be good at teaching English ... Read More
english work by VanRoss
I've already asked this. I'm going to try asking a different way: Beyond teaching English in schools or centers, does anyone get work helping people fix their academic or business reports in English? I'm very curious if people are ...
Am I wrong that working as English teacher and fixing English reports are two different aspects? Most foreign people do this, I think. They also work as a translator. They seems to be fine. Read More
I have been looking around Vietnam for somewhere to relocate to. by Popins
I really like the laid back quality of Hoi An and am seriously debating trying to find somewhere here to live. Housing seems to be a bit scarce and from what I have seen a bit on the expensive side. I would like to try it for a month to see if I can ...
Da Nang is the most worthing living city in VIetnam Read More
Westerners living in Vietnam by Moondancer
I have lived in Thailand for many years. Thais think farangs pockets are lined with Gold. I have now come to Vietnam to live permanently Its still the same but more blatant. When I go shopping I pay more for every item. Example Small milk drinks I ...
It is sad to hear that but normally, when foreigners know about the price, everything is equal especially it is good for you to buy in the supermarkets if you do not want to bargain the price at local groceries. Read More
Considering a move to Nha Trang in 2017 by Wild.R
I am a semi retired Management Consultant with plans to live abroad. I can't explain why I chose Viet Nam but perhaps it is my experience with Vietnamese people I have met in Canada as well as the cost of living in Canada that has made it ...
Nha Trang is a good choice to live. With your such experience, you can do many jobs in NHa Trang. You can work as a English teacher for English centres, schools. Setting up your own business with your experience is not difficultn in VIetnam. Read More
Ideas to open a coffee shop by Joss15
Well, the idea would be to open a cafe where they consume mainly plant-based delicacies, of teas, and juices made from exotic fruits, all combined in a way to look like a coffee shop. In association with this, also dishes with fish Japanese-style ...
You can open cofee shop, restaurants with food with new taste. I am sure that vietnamese people like new things. I think doing business in Vietnam is not difficult with your budget. perharps, getting some red tape, work permit, visa extension or ... Read More
How much an average cost for wedding in vietnam ? by MarcusKS
i am wondering how much it cost for wedding and everything needed for marriage ? Some of you will say it depends on how much you want to spend but i hope someone can share more information to me . If you can breakdown on what you spend will be good ...
Weddings in Vietnam is various depending on each region of Vietnam. If you celebrate wedding at home, you can save a lot of money for renting from wedding and event organisation. If you have to rent, costs for the whole package must be at your ... Read More
Any news about immigration to Vietnam? by Helena Lin
Hi, I would like to know whether it has some news about immigration to Vietnam for foreigners who want to visit Vietnam and might settle down in Vietnam. Thank you
Then upon having a work permit, you have to exit Vietnam to apply for a working visa to comeback. From 1 April 2016, conditions on work permit changed as below: - Technician: at least 1 year training certificate and 3 years experience in related ... Read More
Should i move to VN? Or should i wait..... by StuckInCanada
Hello and thank you for reading this, i am new to this website but im very experienced with southern Vietnam. I really like Vietnam and have been 14+ times. Born in Canada, I can speak Vietnamese and English. both parents are white/Canadian. I own ...
From my point of view, you should stay in Canada and try to prepare more for the change to Vietnam. You must be sure that your pet must be well. Your pet need to be vaccinated and record of all vaccinations injected etc. If the pet is ok, you can ... Read More
Englishman seeking advice on teaching, but no qualification by Leekirby
Hi everyone, I know there are many conversations here in the subject of teaching but nine seem to answer my questions. I potentially could be spending a very long time in Hanoi, and am considering teaching English. I he no experience in teaching and ...
My friend started to teach and play with children in the orphanage as doing volunteer in Ba Vi, Ha Noi. Then when she has got experience, she applied for an English teacher in the primary shcol in Hanoi and now she still does volunteer on weekends. ... Read More
New to Vietnam/Travelling outside of EU
As I know, you can take business visa to work in Vietnam. Tourist Visa for Vietnam is issued before arrival and the typical visa is valid for 30 or 90 days. YOu can take Vietnam visa on arrival from a reliable travel agent. You just apply online ... Read More
Any news about immigration to Vietnam? by Helena Lin
Hi, I would like to know whether it has some news about immigration to Vietnam for foreigners who want to visit Vietnam and might settle down in Vietnam. Thank you
Thanks you guys, I mean any changes for a tourist visiting Vietnam first and might settle down in Vietnam if finding a good job to live in Vietnam. Read More
Business Visa ... Do I need it? or can I get by with a tourist visa? by j5uh
Hello. My wife and I will be taking a trip to Vietnam next month for 30 days. The reason for the trip is for us to go to work with our potential business partners to sign a partnership deal, find a location for our restaurant in HCM and start ...
Hi guys, As Van Khanh Ho mentioned, now you can get 1 year visa and you dont have to prove that you are working in Vietnam. Last week I got 1 year DN visa for a lady and she doesnt have any work contract with any companies. What I just need is her ... Read More
Any news about immigration to Vietnam?
Hi, I would like to know whether it has some news about immigration to Vietnam for foreigners who want to visit Vietnam and might settle down in Vietnam. Thank you Read More
3 Month visa Extensions Ban. by raymerjacque
Anyone have any news regarding the Visa extensions for tourists ? I hear a lot of talk that the 3 months extensions are now completely obsolete and the ban will never be lifted. But if i look at the history, they place a ban every few months on ...
Hi there! As far as I know at the moment with a tourist visa, you only can extend for 1 month more. If you dont want to extend, you should leave Vietnam and get back with a new visa. I could arrange a visa on arrival for you which lasts for 6 ... Read More