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IamCharlie

IamCharlie

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South African looking for information about Vietnam

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24

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15

About me

South African

Speaks English and Afrikaans

Registration: 26 October 2017

IamCharlie
IamCharlie created a thread
3 years ago

Marriage in Vietnam

I'm planning on marrying my Vietnamese fiance soon, and I was wondering what costs I'm looking at. I know people are going to charge whatever but I don't want to be completely ripped off. So if anyone can give me an idea of what the marriage ... Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
3 years ago
IamCharlie

Can anything be done to a scammer? by IamCharlie

In 2021, I used a Saigon company for a business visa, spoke to other foreigners who used his services, and they were successful. That success did not follow onto me. He did not deliver as promised. Anyway, I have been waiting for months for a ...

IamCharlie

@OceanBeach92107聽Really not asking for government or police involvement. And already confirmed what I did was wrong and was my own fault. And I had my reasons, don't expect you to understand聽 Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
3 years ago
IamCharlie

Can anything be done to a scammer? by IamCharlie

In 2021, I used a Saigon company for a business visa, spoke to other foreigners who used his services, and they were successful. That success did not follow onto me. He did not deliver as promised. Anyway, I have been waiting for months for a ...

IamCharlie

@devarj57聽Thank you for the suggestion. I haven't really tried threatening him because I still thought he would do the right thing. I never even thought about contacting his embassy until he mentioned it to me Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
3 years ago
IamCharlie

Can anything be done to a scammer? by IamCharlie

In 2021, I used a Saigon company for a business visa, spoke to other foreigners who used his services, and they were successful. That success did not follow onto me. He did not deliver as promised. Anyway, I have been waiting for months for a ...

IamCharlie

Oh man, this is amazing. And by amazing its refreshing to receive some feedback that is not about just knocking me down for getting myself into this situation. I will definitely consider these suggestions, thanks again. Thanks for the links, will be ... Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
3 years ago
IamCharlie

Can anything be done to a scammer? by IamCharlie

In 2021, I used a Saigon company for a business visa, spoke to other foreigners who used his services, and they were successful. That success did not follow onto me. He did not deliver as promised. Anyway, I have been waiting for months for a ...

IamCharlie

@THIGV聽He's Indian, living in Laos, he has another company there too. My son's mother is the local, and the money is for her and my son. I'm hoping there's something legally she can do Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
3 years ago
IamCharlie

Can anything be done to a scammer? by IamCharlie

In 2021, I used a Saigon company for a business visa, spoke to other foreigners who used his services, and they were successful. That success did not follow onto me. He did not deliver as promised. Anyway, I have been waiting for months for a ...

IamCharlie

@Mac68聽I am trying my utmost best to do so. It even caused issues with me and my son's mother because of this. She's the one that brought him to me. He helped her friend who had an american boyfriend. It just didnt go the same for me Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
3 years ago
IamCharlie

Can anything be done to a scammer? by IamCharlie

In 2021, I used a Saigon company for a business visa, spoke to other foreigners who used his services, and they were successful. That success did not follow onto me. He did not deliver as promised. Anyway, I have been waiting for months for a ...

IamCharlie

@Aidan in HCMC聽This was in August of 201. It was also during the beginning of the new strain of the virus that was found in South Africa. There would have been delays in the process. He wasn't an agent, however used his lawyer, laywer of the ... Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
3 years ago
IamCharlie

Can anything be done to a scammer? by IamCharlie

In 2021, I used a Saigon company for a business visa, spoke to other foreigners who used his services, and they were successful. That success did not follow onto me. He did not deliver as promised. Anyway, I have been waiting for months for a ...

IamCharlie

@Yoginee聽Thank you kindly. I will try my best to see what can be done Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie created a thread
3 years ago

Can anything be done to a scammer?

In 2021, I used a Saigon company for a business visa, spoke to other foreigners who used his services, and they were successful. That success did not follow onto me. He did not deliver as promised. Anyway, I have been waiting for months for a ... Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
4 years ago
GuestPoster297

Reliable and serious model agency for kids by GuestPoster297

Hi, We are moving to Hanoi, and we would like to know if there is any reliable and serious model agency for kids. Thank you, Ester

IamCharlie

@GuestPoster297聽Any luck yet? I'm looking for an agency as well Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
4 years ago
IamCharlie

Sponsor company ghosting me by IamCharlie

Not sure if anyone here can assist me. My sponsor company has ghosted me, no visa yet so he promised to refund me. And now he's not answering my calls, or responding to messages. I have his ID documents and company documents. Can anything be ...

IamCharlie

I used a company that hired international staff, but it was a visa to enter the country at the time yes. I have a family and I was desperate and regretted it now. However, they have assisted others getting into Vietnam and I have spoken to them, so ... Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie created a thread
4 years ago

Sponsor company ghosting me

Not sure if anyone here can assist me. My sponsor company has ghosted me, no visa yet so he promised to refund me. And now he's not answering my calls, or responding to messages. I have his ID documents and company documents. Can anything be ... Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
5 years ago
IamCharlie

Marriage in Vietnam by IamCharlie

I am a South African, currently living in SA. My fiance is Vietnamese, and my son was born in 2020, and I am expected to be with them sometime this year. We are planning to get married in Vietnam once I arrive. I currently have a notarized proof of ...

IamCharlie

Is that the only document I would need? Thanks for response, much appreciated Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie created a thread
5 years ago

Marriage in Vietnam

I am a South African, currently living in SA. My fiance is Vietnamese, and my son was born in 2020, and I am expected to be with them sometime this year. We are planning to get married in Vietnam once I arrive. I currently have a notarized proof of ... Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
5 years ago
SteinNebraska

Pay for quarantine now makes sense by SteinNebraska

https://tuoitrenews.vn/news/business/20200904/vietnam-plans-to-reopen-air-routes-to-6-intl-destinations-in-midseptember/56563.html Discussion of opening up air routes to non-citizens effective September 15.

IamCharlie

Wow, that's still a crazy amount since accommodation is so cheap in Vietnam Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
5 years ago
SteinNebraska

Pay for quarantine now makes sense by SteinNebraska

https://tuoitrenews.vn/news/business/20200904/vietnam-plans-to-reopen-air-routes-to-6-intl-destinations-in-midseptember/56563.html Discussion of opening up air routes to non-citizens effective September 15.

IamCharlie

How much does it cost for the quarantine? I tried checking the article but couldn't find anything Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
6 years ago
IamCharlie

My Vietnamese gf is pregnant by IamCharlie

I have recently learned that my Vietnamese gf, living in Hanoi is pregnant. I am from South Africa, living in SA right now. I don't want them to come live here, and I would rather go and live over there as the cost of living is cheaper, less ...

IamCharlie

Thank you for the info, much appreciated Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
6 years ago
IamCharlie

My Vietnamese gf is pregnant by IamCharlie

I have recently learned that my Vietnamese gf, living in Hanoi is pregnant. I am from South Africa, living in SA right now. I don't want them to come live here, and I would rather go and live over there as the cost of living is cheaper, less ...

IamCharlie

Naah all advise and info is appreciated. Thanks for the taking the time to reply. Thanks Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
6 years ago
IamCharlie

My Vietnamese gf is pregnant by IamCharlie

I have recently learned that my Vietnamese gf, living in Hanoi is pregnant. I am from South Africa, living in SA right now. I don't want them to come live here, and I would rather go and live over there as the cost of living is cheaper, less ...

IamCharlie

I was there in Sept 2019, so she's about a month pregnant. Haven't sent money, and won't do any of that until the child is born. The 2018 visit was a mere indication that I worked there for 3 months before. I'm just curious about ... Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
6 years ago
IamCharlie

My Vietnamese gf is pregnant by IamCharlie

I have recently learned that my Vietnamese gf, living in Hanoi is pregnant. I am from South Africa, living in SA right now. I don't want them to come live here, and I would rather go and live over there as the cost of living is cheaper, less ...

IamCharlie

in 2018, I worked there for 3 months, giving a background with my bit of experience over there. I was back there in September for vacay, and I was with her then. Sorry for the misunderstanding Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie created a thread
6 years ago

My Vietnamese gf is pregnant

I have recently learned that my Vietnamese gf, living in Hanoi is pregnant. I am from South Africa, living in SA right now. I don't want them to come live here, and I would rather go and live over there as the cost of living is cheaper, less ... Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
8 years ago

3 month visa

Will do. Thanks for the help Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
8 years ago

3 month visa

Got it. I've been online all day. Looks like I have to apply for a DN visa. I can pick up visa at airport right? Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie replied to a thread
8 years ago

3 month visa

I applied for a teaching job in Vinh Phuc Province, and it's only for 3 months. I am struggling to decide which visa to apply for. Is it a work visa or a 3 month multiple entry visa?? I need help! Read More

IamCharlie
IamCharlie joined Helsinki expat community
8 years ago