exstam1
American expat in Vietnam
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Registration: 05 July 2018
Hotels in BA
Hello, I am trying to find a hotel for my stay in BA. With all the economic problems your country is facing and inflation being so high, how can a hotel room cost at a minimum of $140 per night?聽Is that the going rate for a hotel or do you ... Read More
Now that 90 days is coming...
when will we get updated information on which countries get a one-year multiple visa and if we have to be outside of vietnam to apply for the 90 day visa...all the things we will need to know to plan our lives...have there been any updates? Read More
moving from hcmc to da nang
I am thinking of moving from hcmc to da nang and wonder if anyone knows a reputable mover or even a guy with a van. Most of the places I called gave me a price quote for 10 medium size boxes, but i have luggage, and a big garbage can and other ... Read More
Australians coming to HCMC by exstam1
I love my red wine but get too many headaches. I have used pure wine drops (https://www.purewine.com.au/), which are only sold in Australia. I have run out of this product. Is anyone coming that can bring me two bottles? I will pay you back and take ...
Well, yes. there is lockdown but expert are still allowed to fly in and a few have. I did ask the website, they only ship wholesale. I only need 2 bottles.... and yes, I am trying to avoid the $32 shipping fee.... Read More
Australians coming to HCMC
I love my red wine but get too many headaches. I have used pure wine drops (https://www.purewine.com.au/), which are only sold in Australia. I have run out of this product. Is anyone coming that can bring me two bottles? I will pay you back and take ... Read More
Buying an apartment in Vietnam
If I buy an apt in HCMC that is over $130,000 (the dollar limit needed to satisfy bringing 'business' to Vietnam), would that purchase give me a TRC? Read More
Interested in a free Covid vaccine like Moderna? by PTTL
Hello everyone, USA just sent Vietnam 2 millions Moderna vaccine: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/us-sends-vietnam-2-million-covid-vaccine-doses-4305076.html I checked the US Embassy website and it said we're on our own when it comes to ...
1- You will not be able to get back. 2- You can sell your motorbike before leaving. It's not a dilemma. Selling off heavy things, extra things, cumbersome things, etc. is what people do in relocation when they cannot take everything with ... Read More
Vaccine for foreigners by Guest2023
Here is the English translation of the story. [url=https://tuoitrenews.vn/news/society/20210628/foreign-citizens-in-vietnam-to-be-vaccinated-against-covid19-foreign-ministry-spokesperson/61755.html]Vaccine[/url]
there is no end in sight. this is going to have to be the new normal and this new normal will have negative ripple effects around the world (more to the poor and vulnerable)...it will be with us as climate change hits and civil unrest happens (south ... Read More
Interested in a free Covid vaccine like Moderna? by PTTL
Hello everyone, USA just sent Vietnam 2 millions Moderna vaccine: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/us-sends-vietnam-2-million-covid-vaccine-doses-4305076.html I checked the US Embassy website and it said we're on our own when it comes to ...
I could fly back to the USA and get the shot but then will i be let back in vietnam? I don't think it is worth the risk of not being let back in or getting it on the plane. what would i do with my motorbike? how would i get to the airport since ... Read More
Police letter as proof of residence by etcoplus
Hi Just a question, I have moved into my new apartment earlier this month but don't get my police clearance from my Landlord, he keep saying he can only arrange it next month as they are closed but I went past the station a few times and they ...
ok, well that was complete. as soon as the lockdown is over i will make sure i am registered. Read More
Police letter as proof of residence by etcoplus
Hi Just a question, I have moved into my new apartment earlier this month but don't get my police clearance from my Landlord, he keep saying he can only arrange it next month as they are closed but I went past the station a few times and they ...
i have a work permit and it will expire december of 2022. why does that matter though? Read More
Police letter as proof of residence by etcoplus
Hi Just a question, I have moved into my new apartment earlier this month but don't get my police clearance from my Landlord, he keep saying he can only arrange it next month as they are closed but I went past the station a few times and they ...
like what would they do? Read More
Police letter as proof of residence by etcoplus
Hi Just a question, I have moved into my new apartment earlier this month but don't get my police clearance from my Landlord, he keep saying he can only arrange it next month as they are closed but I went past the station a few times and they ...
but i am curious: HOW is it serious? in what way? Read More
Police letter as proof of residence by etcoplus
Hi Just a question, I have moved into my new apartment earlier this month but don't get my police clearance from my Landlord, he keep saying he can only arrange it next month as they are closed but I went past the station a few times and they ...
ok. thanks Read More
Police letter as proof of residence by etcoplus
Hi Just a question, I have moved into my new apartment earlier this month but don't get my police clearance from my Landlord, he keep saying he can only arrange it next month as they are closed but I went past the station a few times and they ...
but what happens if i am not registered? is it serioius? Read More
Police letter as proof of residence by etcoplus
Hi Just a question, I have moved into my new apartment earlier this month but don't get my police clearance from my Landlord, he keep saying he can only arrange it next month as they are closed but I went past the station a few times and they ...
instead of fighting...what do people think about my topic? should i let the broker register me or is it not a big deal? Read More
Police letter as proof of residence by etcoplus
Hi Just a question, I have moved into my new apartment earlier this month but don't get my police clearance from my Landlord, he keep saying he can only arrange it next month as they are closed but I went past the station a few times and they ...
then my broker was doing it on behalf of the owner.... Read More
Police letter as proof of residence by etcoplus
Hi Just a question, I have moved into my new apartment earlier this month but don't get my police clearance from my Landlord, he keep saying he can only arrange it next month as they are closed but I went past the station a few times and they ...
I always use my current address in everything i do. its not like i am trying to hide it. the broker just never registered it. do you REALLY think they are that organized with their entire system done in paper? Read More
Police letter as proof of residence by etcoplus
Hi Just a question, I have moved into my new apartment earlier this month but don't get my police clearance from my Landlord, he keep saying he can only arrange it next month as they are closed but I went past the station a few times and they ...
Yes. I always wondered about registering with the police and what that actually means. When I moved into my apartment the broker wanted my passport to register me with the police, but at that moment it was with immigration. Once I got it back, I ... Read More
Looking to locals or expats to play tennis.
I live in d2 but am willing to travel or meet at a court in between us. I am free during the day or evenings. During the day it would have to be a cloudy day or a place I know with covered courts- the sun is just too much. I am 3.0-3.5 (more 3.0 ... Read More
Americans who got a letter from the consulate for visa extension by exstam1
Any Americans out there who went to the consulate as per their email to us stating that they would give us a letter to take to immigration to help with visa extensions? WHAT A CROCK OF BULL! When I went to the consulate they created a letter for me ...
update on the consulate letter. it did nothing! This extension is for one month with the notion that after that one month you are leaving! The extension is a "courtesy" because flights are cancelled, but after this month they want you to ... Read More
Immigration. District 3 HCM. Visa Extension. by GuestPoster288
Just returned from a trip to get a friends visa extended. Arrived 7.50am, was ushered straight in and seen in 5 minutes by a very polite clerk. She checked all paperwork ( 3 month visa had expired April 10th ) and said to return on May 5th to ...
So silly most of you are. This extension is for one month with the notion that after that one month you are leaving! The extension is a "courtesy" because flights are cancelled, but after this month they want you to leave. Also, my ... Read More
Americans who got a letter from the consulate for visa extension by exstam1
Any Americans out there who went to the consulate as per their email to us stating that they would give us a letter to take to immigration to help with visa extensions? WHAT A CROCK OF BULL! When I went to the consulate they created a letter for me ...
yes. that is all that matters, but true to form, the us consulate told me to go to the wrong place and when i finally went to the right place at 9:30 am, they said they were closed until 1:30pm. they simply don't know what they are doing. Read More
Americans who got a letter from the consulate for visa extension by exstam1
Any Americans out there who went to the consulate as per their email to us stating that they would give us a letter to take to immigration to help with visa extensions? WHAT A CROCK OF BULL! When I went to the consulate they created a letter for me ...
on a tourist visa. well, why is the italian government sponsoring its citizens. the travel agents are not taking on financial responsibility. its a scam. and no, its not that i don't like it that the travel agency is an option, its that its ... Read More
Americans who got a letter from the consulate for visa extension by exstam1
Any Americans out there who went to the consulate as per their email to us stating that they would give us a letter to take to immigration to help with visa extensions? WHAT A CROCK OF BULL! When I went to the consulate they created a letter for me ...
yes, i will need it since nothing makes sense in this country and the US government wants to keep it that way. Read More
Americans who got a letter from the consulate for visa extension by exstam1
Any Americans out there who went to the consulate as per their email to us stating that they would give us a letter to take to immigration to help with visa extensions? WHAT A CROCK OF BULL! When I went to the consulate they created a letter for me ...
if this is true, and it is what i suspected all along instead of innocence like: "Although the letter may seem noncommittal, have you considered that the Embassy/Consulate have consulted with the Vietnamese government as to the minimal but ... Read More
Americans who got a letter from the consulate for visa extension by exstam1
Any Americans out there who went to the consulate as per their email to us stating that they would give us a letter to take to immigration to help with visa extensions? WHAT A CROCK OF BULL! When I went to the consulate they created a letter for me ...
ok. perhaps. and good points. but any government operating in such a dysfunctional way where things are not transparent just leaves the citizens confused and frustrated and probably some corruption. Read More
Americans who got a letter from the consulate for visa extension by exstam1
Any Americans out there who went to the consulate as per their email to us stating that they would give us a letter to take to immigration to help with visa extensions? WHAT A CROCK OF BULL! When I went to the consulate they created a letter for me ...
perhaps, but if it had weight usually the substance of the letter would reflect that. This is not the fist the the us government plays games, so my thoughts are based on past experiences.... Read More
Americans who got a letter from the consulate for visa extension by exstam1
Any Americans out there who went to the consulate as per their email to us stating that they would give us a letter to take to immigration to help with visa extensions? WHAT A CROCK OF BULL! When I went to the consulate they created a letter for me ...
Unfortunately I don't have a scanner Read More
Americans who got a letter from the consulate for visa extension
Any Americans out there who went to the consulate as per their email to us stating that they would give us a letter to take to immigration to help with visa extensions? WHAT A CROCK OF BULL! When I went to the consulate they created a letter for me ... Read More
Vietnam suspends a few nationalities from VISA application by Dan911
The Vietnam Government will deny to issue visa for ALL NATIONALITIES from Mar/15 to Apr/15/2020 (even if they already had the Approval Letter) Please delay or cancel your trip and wait until having the update information from the Vietnam ...
so basically they want us to leave. my only option is to apply for a one month visa extension from within vietnam. I think I can do that twice. but what happens in two months from now when the numbers explode? then I will be forced to leave when ... Read More
what to do? covid19 policies make no sense. not sure what to do. by exstam1
i have a one year multi entry visa since i am from the usa. I have been living in vn for 3 months now and i have to do a visa run and i am scared to do it because i am not sure they will let me back in since i am from usa and cases are rising ...
ok, well, regardless of who pays, i don't want to end up in this situation: British tourist, 68, tells of coronavirus quarantine hell in 'prison like' Vietnam hotel where 27 people are forced to share one toilet with no hot water to ... Read More
Vietnam suspends a few nationalities from VISA application by Dan911
The Vietnam Government will deny to issue visa for ALL NATIONALITIES from Mar/15 to Apr/15/2020 (even if they already had the Approval Letter) Please delay or cancel your trip and wait until having the update information from the Vietnam ...
i have a one year multi entry visa since i am from the usa. I have been living in vn for 3 months now and i have to do a visa run and i am scared to do it because i am not sure they will let me back in since i am from usa and cases are rising ... Read More
what to do? covid19 policies make no sense. not sure what to do.
i have a one year multi entry visa since i am from the usa. I have been living in vn for 3 months now and i have to do a visa run and i am scared to do it because i am not sure they will let me back in since i am from usa and cases are rising ... Read More
Tennis partner by Contem talk
Is there anybody who lives in District 7 would like to play tennis at daytime Monday to Friday?
i am happy to travel there. do you know of a court we can play at? Read More
Tennis partner by Contem talk
Is there anybody who lives in District 7 would like to play tennis at daytime Monday to Friday?
hey, are you still looking for someone to play tennis? I am looking to play! let me know. Thanks. Warren Read More
Cleaning service
Hi, I just got a new apt in Binh Thanah and the people who lived there before were there for 5 years. the landlord hired someone to clean it the day they move out and thinks the cleaning will be done that afternoon. I believe this will not be a ... Read More
Tennis
looking for people- locals or expats- to play tennis with in Phu Nhuan at rach mieu. I am 3.0 Thanks! Read More