Tam290711
Vietnamese citizen
Forum posts
71
Contacts
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About me
Vietnamese
Lives in ho chi minh city
Speaks English
Registration: 29 July 2011
Please advise-needs someone who can help
Hi My friend has a restaurant and she needs someone who can help her reply comments of customers on a website, like Tripadvisor. Can anyone suggest me a person who can do this job? How much should be paid? Many thanks Tam Read More
Looking for Korean-English Interpreter by koksiewng64
Hi all, I'm looking for a someone who can be a Korean-English (or Korean-VN) interpreter. We are working with a group of Korean people now and unfortunately they are not well verse in English so we are in urgent need of an interpreter. The ...
hi Andrew. I seek a Korean-English interpreter. I am in HCMC, Vietnam. Can you reply me ** Read More
Biology jobs - please share your tips&tricks to find a job in HCMC by Vyshal
Hi all, Does anyone have some tips and tricks to find a job in HCMC? I studied biology in Belgium, and have about 3 years of working experience. Now I want to settle in Saigon, but I notice that it's not that straightforward to find a job ...
Vyshal, you should update your profile on Linkedin. There may be jobs posted on it. Good luck! Tam Read More
Lawyer (English speaking) wanted
Hi I introduce you to my friend, he is a German lawyer who owns a law office in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh cities. Please contact him (you may tell him that I am Tam, the translator) christian@bold-frontier.com M: +84 (0) 90 396 4691 S: ... Read More
Looking for local property agency by pisahansson
Hi i'm planning of moving to HCM next year with my husband, we are from Hong Kong and Sweden and currently living in Thailand. I've been searching online but it doesn't seems to be many agencies out there (only the big dragon). So i ...
Hi Pisahansson You may not need a local property agency as you will be charged more fees and the price gets higher. You are an expat so you may be interested in District 1, 2, 7 in Ho Chi Minh City. Many expat-blog expat members will let you know ... Read More
Looking to set up a Family Run Mughlai restaurant and take away joint
Hi My friend is a German lawyer who has just established his own law firm. Please contact me to get his details for quick advice and fee. BR Tam Read More
Latest English version of Vietnamese Accounting Standards
You may find it here http://russellbedford.vn/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=63:vietnamese-accounting-standards-qvasq&catid=8:accounting&Itemid=19 Read More
Binh Thanh or Go Vap District? by Xaviar84
Hi everyone, At the moment I am living in Vinh Phu in Binh Duong...my job is currently "live-in", however, next month I am allowed to rent a place of my own locally. I am looking at areas within a 10km radius to my work... and I am considering Go ...
Hi I am living in Go Vap, 2km away from Binh Thanh but 5 minutes to the airport. The living standard in Go Vap is not high, so the living cost is low, it means you spend less. There are 2 hotels near my house and I see some foreigners now choose to ... Read More
Dining
You can check this place: cucgachquan.com.vn/en/a-vietnamese-family-moment/menu it is Vietnamese food and many foreigners love the restaurant's space and the food. Try it! Read More
"I love Vietnamese" Project by stephanie4942
Hello, I'm Stephanie, the one who posted a topic about "free-of-charge Vietnamese language lessons" of the "I love Vietnamese" project five months ago. I've spent the last half an hour searching for my post to update it but found none, so here I am ...
Hi Stephanie4942 I am 38 years old and experienced in translation. I want to join in the project as a tutor. I am living in Go Vap and please let me know what kind of help I can do. Cheers Tam Read More
meeting new friends
Hi, I am Tam, female, 38 years old and married (2 kids). Is there anything that I can help you before you settle in Vietnam? Cheers Tam Read More
Meet-up / BBQ - any interest? by Saigon Visitor
I am arriving in HCMC Sep 17 (8th visit) and plan to bring some good USA ribeye steaks to grill out (do this most times I visit). Anyone interested in a BBQ? You provide the place / grill ... I'll bring the steaks! Maybe a small Expat meet-up ... ...
Hi It was very joyful last time and great to meet Saigon Visitor and other nice people. It is a great idea to hold another BBQ at a beach in October (my birthday falls in this month!). Hopefully, it will be held on the same day with many ... Read More
Vietnamese wife? by bta87
I realize this is a very subjective question, but are what are the experiences of the men on here that are married to VN brides? Question #2) What should I look out for. I've heard some real horor stories. Mind you I'm 63, have money and girls are ...
[A western man will talk with his wife while a Vietnamese man will tell his wife] Yeah... this is so true! Read More
Vietnamese wife? by bta87
I realize this is a very subjective question, but are what are the experiences of the men on here that are married to VN brides? Question #2) What should I look out for. I've heard some real horor stories. Mind you I'm 63, have money and girls are ...
Really interested in this topic! Although I am not looking for a foreign husband (as I am married) it is great to understand what foreign guys think about Vietnamese wives... Read More
Virtual secretarial service by Tam290711
Hi all I own a translation company and I am planning to provide clients with our virtual secretarial services which also include translation. The clients may be businesses (small to large), charities, students, individuals, clubs, travelling ...
Thanks chinaman35, please check your mailbox as I've just sent you an email. Keep in touch! BR Tam (Ms) Read More
Laser cartridge refill?
Hi You can call Brother Customer Care at 08 62908787 (it is displayed on my printer). I also have a Brother printer and when I called them, they gave me a contact and they came to my place to replace the cartridge. Cheers Tam Read More
Dual citizenship in Vietnam for a Viet Kieu? by sofimofi
Hello all, My parents were born and raised here but moved to Canada in the 70s. I was born in Canada. Is there any way I can apply for a dual citizenship in Vietnam? I have been living here for about 1.5 months and intend on living here for the ...
Hi My cousin has just got her Vietnamese citizenship. She has lived and worked as a French citizen for more than 40 years. Now, she only spend a few months to get dual citizenship. I know she has to pay lobby money...If she can, you can! Read More
FORWADER COMPANY NEEDED TO SHIP CHEMICAL PRODUCTS by Bigjeff
DEAR BROS AND SIS NEEDED INTRODUCTION OF FORWARDER COMPANY TO SHIP CHEMICAL.PRODUCTS FROM VIETNAM TO TAIWAN銆� PLEASE INTRODUCE. DROP ME A PM OR SMS ME 0937669958
Contact as follows: Tang Xuan Huong Cell: 0913.155.381 UNITRADE JOINT STOCK COMPANY 45D/24 - D5 street, Binh Thanh Dist.,HCMC Tel : 08.3510 6622 - 08.3510 6710 Fax : 08.3510 6893 Email: xuanhuong@unitradejsc.com Say that Ms. Tam introduces you to ... Read More
Looking for foreign sound engineer in Saigon by eumektrad
Hi everybody, I am looking for foreign sound engineer in Saigon Do you know coffee bar, magazine, web sites, ads, ... where I can find it? Thanks a lot Frederic emt-saigon@hcm.vnn.vn
OMG, just read again your message, the guy I introduce to you is a Vietnamese. Read More
Looking for foreign sound engineer in Saigon by eumektrad
Hi everybody, I am looking for foreign sound engineer in Saigon Do you know coffee bar, magazine, web sites, ads, ... where I can find it? Thanks a lot Frederic emt-saigon@hcm.vnn.vn
Please read my note in your inbox! Cheers Read More
Looking for foreign sound engineer in Saigon by eumektrad
Hi everybody, I am looking for foreign sound engineer in Saigon Do you know coffee bar, magazine, web sites, ads, ... where I can find it? Thanks a lot Frederic emt-saigon@hcm.vnn.vn
Hi, I just send you a message, you can contact this guy. He used to work for a well-known media company. He may help you in this matter. BR Tam Read More
Looking for a junior/senior Vietnamese lawyer in HCMC by Tam290711
Hi My friend is looking for a junior/senior Vietnamese lawyer in HCMC who will work in Binh Tan Dist. Pls pm me if you know anyone. Thanks
Thanks alfonse. In fact, my friend's company has a need of recruitment, not him. Read More
Some help needed
Hi, as I remember I saw such a service somewhere, I google and give you as below: C脭NG TY TNHH TRƯỜNG T脥N 1001 - 1003 C脕CH MẠNG TH脕NG 8, P.7, Q. T脗N B脤NH, TP.HCM ĐT: (08)38651851 聳 0919543649 - 090 8802 855 Website: ... Read More
Looking for a junior/senior Vietnamese lawyer in HCMC
Hi My friend is looking for a junior/senior Vietnamese lawyer in HCMC who will work in Binh Tan Dist. Pls pm me if you know anyone. Thanks Read More
Buy a train ticket in Vietnam
Just a phone call, they'll deliver tickets in person. Search google: http://gasaigon.com.vn/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=82&itemID= Drop me a line if you need help from me. I used to book tickets by a phone call and paid them directly ... Read More
Office/business services in Ho Chi Minh?
you can find a printing shop at 14 Dinh Tien Hoang, Dist. 1, HCMC...with scanning services Read More
Printer and scanner... Where? by Travel12
I need to print some forms from my email, fill them out & scan/email back. Any recommendations on an Internet cafe I can do all of this at? I've never used an Internet cafe are they open late? I appreciate any advice you have :)
Ha ha. Don't let my avatar foul you.OMG! Hahaha... Read More
Printer and scanner... Where? by Travel12
I need to print some forms from my email, fill them out & scan/email back. Any recommendations on an Internet cafe I can do all of this at? I've never used an Internet cafe are they open late? I appreciate any advice you have :)
Anatta is right...Follow her instructions! Read More
Printer and scanner... Where? by Travel12
I need to print some forms from my email, fill them out & scan/email back. Any recommendations on an Internet cafe I can do all of this at? I've never used an Internet cafe are they open late? I appreciate any advice you have :)
Hi You can go to Printing and Photocopying Services shops along many streets in the city. Bring your laptop with you and ask them to print. Coffee shops do not provide printing services. Cheers Tam Read More
Moving to Vietnam soon! and buying a house by pdatoon
Hi guys! This is my first post in this forum. I'm Nghia, i was born in Vietnam, raised in France, worked in USA and Hong Kong and now moving back to Vietnam in a couple of months :) I have a questions about buying a house/flat there. On a ...
If you are still a Vietnamese citizen, you then can buy a house. To buy a house: 1. you should determine an area/location where you want to relocate to (i.e. which district?) 2. how much you can pay for a house? The payment method will then be ... Read More
Help from a Vietnamese member needed, please. by Jaitch
In some Vietnamese optical shops [b]there are pre-focused, non-prescription eyeglasses.[/b] They are economically priced (cheap). These are intended for older folks for reading. They simply try on different pairs until they can read clearly. If ...
Hi Jaitch You can go to Daiso shop where they sell the eyeglasses you want at a price of 40.000膽/pair (all the things are sold at the same price). See the below link: http://daisovietnam.com/vn/Aboutus.aspx?pg=2 I usually visit the shop on ... Read More
Virtual secretarial service by Tam290711
Hi all I own a translation company and I am planning to provide clients with our virtual secretarial services which also include translation. The clients may be businesses (small to large), charities, students, individuals, clubs, travelling ...
Hi Is there anyone working in a forum of entrepreneurs and/or SMEs? I need a contact to realise the project. Thank you Tam Read More
badminton group in Hochiminh city, Vietnam by newbiew2011
hi all we have badminton group on every Sunday from 10:30 AM till 3PM at # 36 , Luy Ban Bich street, Tan Phu district. Currently we have around 16 members, 4 pretty ladies and 12 guys. most of us at normal level which playing badminton from 2 till ...
Anyone in Go Vap? Gia Dinh Park? If yes, count me in! Read More
Virtual secretarial service by Tam290711
Hi all I own a translation company and I am planning to provide clients with our virtual secretarial services which also include translation. The clients may be businesses (small to large), charities, students, individuals, clubs, travelling ...
Hi Harmonie Thanks for your note. I will do when I finish the construction of the company's website. BR Tam Read More
Virtual secretarial service by Tam290711
Hi all I own a translation company and I am planning to provide clients with our virtual secretarial services which also include translation. The clients may be businesses (small to large), charities, students, individuals, clubs, travelling ...
Thanks Jaitch for your feedback. I am studying this type of service and your contribution idea is really great. I have a home office which is not in the downtown, so it may not be ideal for a meeting place. However, I am thinking of renting lines ... Read More
Virtual secretarial service
Hi all I own a translation company and I am planning to provide clients with our virtual secretarial services which also include translation. The clients may be businesses (small to large), charities, students, individuals, clubs, travelling ... Read More
Documents for foreigners flying domestically in VN
Hi You can use your VN driver's licence. The US driver's licence or the notarised copy of the passport is not acceptable. Tam Read More
HCMC Hotel - First Stop by Anh Map
I'll be arriving in a couple of weeks. Any suggestions on a hotel to start off with? Just something simple and in reasonable proximity of the ESL school area(s). Just need a place to begin the search, not the place to stay long term. In the ...
Hi I am living in Go Vap Dist. which is very near Tan San Nhat airport. You can ask taxi drivers to show you a cheap hotel to stay in this district. There is one hotel called Hon En (next to my house) and I saw many foreigners stay there for their ... Read More
Meet-up / BBQ - any interest? by Saigon Visitor
I am arriving in HCMC Sep 17 (8th visit) and plan to bring some good USA ribeye steaks to grill out (do this most times I visit). Anyone interested in a BBQ? You provide the place / grill ... I'll bring the steaks! Maybe a small Expat meet-up ... ...
Hi Terribly sorry that I cannot make it today as I have to rush on my business affairs this afternoon. Will try to arrange and come late. Read More
Meet-up / BBQ - any interest? by Saigon Visitor
I am arriving in HCMC Sep 17 (8th visit) and plan to bring some good USA ribeye steaks to grill out (do this most times I visit). Anyone interested in a BBQ? You provide the place / grill ... I'll bring the steaks! Maybe a small Expat meet-up ... ...
Hi all I am Tam who called John (not btram or Tram) and I am the one who said to come with the husband and 2 kids. However, my husband and kids will not join as planned. Please only count me in. I will bring 2 boxes of kimchi (pickled vegetables) ... Read More
new member from Germany by jgs
Hi everyone, just started living here in HCMC. I'd be happy to meet some new people and friends here. I want to know this place and like to travel around. I love food, especially the vietnamese cuisine! Nice to meet you! :-)
Hi jgs There will be a meet-up in Van Thanh soon hosted by Saigon Visitor, who will bring beef from the U.S. If you want to join, follow the thread and pm him. Hope you can join. Cheers! Read More
Meet-up / BBQ - any interest? by Saigon Visitor
I am arriving in HCMC Sep 17 (8th visit) and plan to bring some good USA ribeye steaks to grill out (do this most times I visit). Anyone interested in a BBQ? You provide the place / grill ... I'll bring the steaks! Maybe a small Expat meet-up ... ...
Hi kientrung.tran As said by Saigon Visitor, you can drop him a message with yr mobile phone so that he can contact you when he arrives. OR, you all can pm me yr mobile numbers, I will make a list and inform everybody about this. Cheers Tam Read More
Meet-up / BBQ - any interest? by Saigon Visitor
I am arriving in HCMC Sep 17 (8th visit) and plan to bring some good USA ribeye steaks to grill out (do this most times I visit). Anyone interested in a BBQ? You provide the place / grill ... I'll bring the steaks! Maybe a small Expat meet-up ... ...
Hi kientrung.tran No, its not late. Welcome! I think we should start earlier, maybe in the morning and then we can stay longer if possible. Hopefully it will not rain when we depart. See you all! Read More
Meet-up / BBQ - any interest? by Saigon Visitor
I am arriving in HCMC Sep 17 (8th visit) and plan to bring some good USA ribeye steaks to grill out (do this most times I visit). Anyone interested in a BBQ? You provide the place / grill ... I'll bring the steaks! Maybe a small Expat meet-up ... ...
Yes, 22 Sep on this Sat Read More
Meet-up / BBQ - any interest? by Saigon Visitor
I am arriving in HCMC Sep 17 (8th visit) and plan to bring some good USA ribeye steaks to grill out (do this most times I visit). Anyone interested in a BBQ? You provide the place / grill ... I'll bring the steaks! Maybe a small Expat meet-up ... ...
Hi Jaz Its so funny that I have added you on the list while you are in Bahrain. Will update you with pix later on. Cheers Read More
Meet-up / BBQ - any interest? by Saigon Visitor
I am arriving in HCMC Sep 17 (8th visit) and plan to bring some good USA ribeye steaks to grill out (do this most times I visit). Anyone interested in a BBQ? You provide the place / grill ... I'll bring the steaks! Maybe a small Expat meet-up ... ...
Hi again Here is the list: 1. Saigon Visitor (host) 2. Tam290711 (will take 4 pax, to be confirmed) 3. Mylan Nguyen 4. Johnnywastaken 5. duyvt2408 6. jazzy851 7. Boorin87 8. Phi Long Pls add on the list if I count sth wrong. Cheers Read More
Meet-up / BBQ - any interest? by Saigon Visitor
I am arriving in HCMC Sep 17 (8th visit) and plan to bring some good USA ribeye steaks to grill out (do this most times I visit). Anyone interested in a BBQ? You provide the place / grill ... I'll bring the steaks! Maybe a small Expat meet-up ... ...
Hi I have sent my contact phone number. I will bring "kim chi". Yes, there is a swimming pool in Van Thanh. However, it is raining a lot in HCMC on these days and the weather is very cool, be aware of this when you choose a day, time and place. ... Read More
Meet-up / BBQ - any interest? by Saigon Visitor
I am arriving in HCMC Sep 17 (8th visit) and plan to bring some good USA ribeye steaks to grill out (do this most times I visit). Anyone interested in a BBQ? You provide the place / grill ... I'll bring the steaks! Maybe a small Expat meet-up ... ...
Hi When you arrive, you should directly contact Van Thanh park to make sure when you can rent a place. BTW, do we share anything with you or how much do we pay for the steak? Cheers Tam Read More
Meet-up / BBQ - any interest? by Saigon Visitor
I am arriving in HCMC Sep 17 (8th visit) and plan to bring some good USA ribeye steaks to grill out (do this most times I visit). Anyone interested in a BBQ? You provide the place / grill ... I'll bring the steaks! Maybe a small Expat meet-up ... ...
Hi Saigon Visitor, can I take my children (2 kids) with us? One is 10yrs old and one is 4 yrs old? Read More
Meet-up / BBQ - any interest? by Saigon Visitor
I am arriving in HCMC Sep 17 (8th visit) and plan to bring some good USA ribeye steaks to grill out (do this most times I visit). Anyone interested in a BBQ? You provide the place / grill ... I'll bring the steaks! Maybe a small Expat meet-up ... ...
Hi Saigon Visitor, you can rent a place with grills to cook on the yard in Van Thanh. The price is VND400,000 (US$20)/family (10 persons) with a grill, table, chairs (except for Sat and Sun., the price will be double). You will have to bring food ... Read More
Looking for furniture by kenbronic
Does anyone know a good site to buy new or used furniture in HCMC? I am a new expat, me and my roomate are looking for some couches, chairs, etc. for our living room.
Hi I used to buy some items from http://www.noithat100.com/, please try it. They sell cheap new items... Read More
Expat blog meet up - Thursday, July 12, 2012 by florian22
hey guys !! how about another meet-up to organise next weeekend :) We were thinking about doing a 2 day trip in the Mekong Delta. Chum !! i'm letting you decide where we are going. (because you made very good decisions) How about meeting-up on ...
It's also a great place. Now let's vote for that place! Each of us will bring something to share with others. Any ideas? Read More
Expat blog meet up - Thursday, July 12, 2012 by florian22
hey guys !! how about another meet-up to organise next weeekend :) We were thinking about doing a 2 day trip in the Mekong Delta. Chum !! i'm letting you decide where we are going. (because you made very good decisions) How about meeting-up on ...
I miss the chance. It will be great to meet for coffee at somewhere. Any suggestion? I suggest to meet at a place where we have a private area to talk with each other. District 1? Read More
English taxi? by AntonS
Is there a taxi, whos drivers actually speak english? would be nice if you could give me an URL or a phone number for such a thing, thx in advance
I always use Mai Linh, it is a prestigious taxi company in HCMC. I think many drivers can speak English and when you call them, tell them your need. Mai Linh taxi phone: 38383838 (I am not Mai Linh staff but a regular client). Read More
Networking
Hi Can we make friends? I am female (37 years old), a freelance translator working in Ho Chi Minh City. If you are serious in finding real friends, text me here or add me on Facebook. Thanks and waiting for your reply. Tam Read More
Buy paintings in HCMC by vicci0606
Hi all, can anybody suggest me where i can find paintings (oil paintings on canvas) to put on the walls of living room? i have heard of Tran Phu st. in dist 5. i will visit this weekend. but i am not looking for vietnamese paintings. i am looking ...
There is another place to go: Nguyen Van Troi Street in District 1. Read More