Rick
@Rikka
Australian expat in Vietnam
Forum posts
25
Contacts
19
About me
Australian
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Speaks mot chut tieng Viet
Registration: 07 April 2012
Work permit required with PRC or TRC? by Rikka
Hi, I'd like to know - as I already have a 'XNC' Visa exemption from marriage (and have kids here) thus I could probably get a TRC or PRC - why would I need to apply for a business visa and get a work permit and then a TRC? I guess the ...
Vagabondone Today 09:45:11 Report #4 Thanks, I'll take your word for it on the PRC. And that's good to know about the business info, although I will be a mere employee, alas. But, thanks for your feedback Read More
Work permit required with PRC or TRC? by Rikka
Hi, I'd like to know - as I already have a 'XNC' Visa exemption from marriage (and have kids here) thus I could probably get a TRC or PRC - why would I need to apply for a business visa and get a work permit and then a TRC? I guess the ...
Wald0 Today 06:16:55 Report #2 Thanks, that's helpful. I appreciate your feedback. Read More
Work permit required with PRC or TRC? by Rikka
Hi, I'd like to know - as I already have a 'XNC' Visa exemption from marriage (and have kids here) thus I could probably get a TRC or PRC - why would I need to apply for a business visa and get a work permit and then a TRC? I guess the ...
Contem talk Today 09:15:48 Report #3 "Why" in my OP is about "What" is the best way to do it as I obviously don't know the law - that's why I am asking the question!! I am not commenting on the law (or usual ... Read More
Work permit required with PRC or TRC?
Hi, I'd like to know - as I already have a 'XNC' Visa exemption from marriage (and have kids here) thus I could probably get a TRC or PRC - why would I need to apply for a business visa and get a work permit and then a TRC? I guess the ... Read More
Information: Visa to Australia for a group of Vietnamese students
Thanks Stumpy, It just threw me where the price says between $140 - $1040. Appreciate the link, cheers Rick Read More
Information: Visa to Australia for a group of Vietnamese students
Hi, I'm interested to know if anyone knows about the price of Visiting Visas for Vietnamese nationals to Australia. I have heard it's difficult for individuals to visit friends or loved ones in Australia, but what about going on a bus ... Read More
looking for Vietnamese language teacher in Dalat.
Hi, I'm an English teacher. I've recently relocated to Dalat. If you're interested in 1:1 tutoring, give me a shout. Regards, Rick Read More
which bank is easiest to deal with once your working here?
I managed to get a Vietcom bank account set up a few years ago in Binh Duong. However, now they're being a real pain in the arse at every other branch. They wont let me deposit VND saying its only a forigner account for transferring money into ... Read More
Seeking Info about resedency card - after marrying vietnamese local by Rikka
Hi, Can anyone help me with info about residency cards?? I was under the impression that once you married a Vietnamese it was possible to get a one year residency card which allows multiple entry (if necessary), is this true? I'm married and ...
Thanks a lot to everyone for their advice here, I really appreciate it. Read More
Seeking Info about resedency card - after marrying vietnamese local by Rikka
Hi, Can anyone help me with info about residency cards?? I was under the impression that once you married a Vietnamese it was possible to get a one year residency card which allows multiple entry (if necessary), is this true? I'm married and ...
Hey jakejas, thanks for your info, Could you tell me please, are you in HCMC all the time? Was it a difficult process to get the VEC originally ? I live regionally so I'm hoping that my stamped certificate (proof of address) from the local ... Read More
Seeking Info about resedency card - after marrying vietnamese local by Rikka
Hi, Can anyone help me with info about residency cards?? I was under the impression that once you married a Vietnamese it was possible to get a one year residency card which allows multiple entry (if necessary), is this true? I'm married and ...
Ok, great. Here's a question for ya; if the VEC is valid for 5 years (renewed on 3 month periods) and allows you to "multi-entry" status, what would happen if I was to go overseas for a period longer than 3 months? Would it lapse? ... Read More
Expat having a baby here in Vietnam by Rikka
Can any British or Aussie expats advise me on having a baby here in Vietnam. Advice regarding birth certificates / citizenship / nationality etc. appreciated. I hold both British and Australian Passports as a British national who migrated to ...
Hi thanks for the advice. My wife is Vietnamese national. Read More
Seeking Info about resedency card - after marrying vietnamese local by Rikka
Hi, Can anyone help me with info about residency cards?? I was under the impression that once you married a Vietnamese it was possible to get a one year residency card which allows multiple entry (if necessary), is this true? I'm married and ...
Thanks for your advice charmavietnam Do you know if the provincial offices should be able to do that or does it mean a trip to HCMC every time? Read More
Expat having a baby here in Vietnam
Can any British or Aussie expats advise me on having a baby here in Vietnam. Advice regarding birth certificates / citizenship / nationality etc. appreciated. I hold both British and Australian Passports as a British national who migrated to ... Read More
Seeking Info about resedency card - after marrying vietnamese local
Hi, Can anyone help me with info about residency cards?? I was under the impression that once you married a Vietnamese it was possible to get a one year residency card which allows multiple entry (if necessary), is this true? I'm married and ... Read More
New in HCMC by Rikka
Hi All., I've been here one week and Im still lost. Anyone like to meet for coffee or drinks and share about HCMC. Cheerz Rikka
Hi All, I have been a bit sick for the last couple of days so have not been up for socializing, sorry for the lateness of my reply... Id be happy to meet anytime that suits, i want to make some new friends here in HCMC. If you want to talk about ... Read More
English practice
Hello, Im looking for a local who would be interested in practicing their English skills. I want to learn a little bit of Vietnamese, enough to get around in HCMC without having a translator on call. If you would be happy to swap language skills ... Read More
New in HCMC
Hi All., I've been here one week and Im still lost. Anyone like to meet for coffee or drinks and share about HCMC. Cheerz Rikka Read More
Looking for meeting new people in HCMC by GuestPoster3042
Hi guys! I'm a French girl and just arrived in HCMC. I'm very open-minded and would like to meet new people so as to visit the city, go out and travel around. Any volunteers :)? Hope to see you soon! Justine
Hi Justine, Im new here too. I'd be happy to meet you for a coffee and a chat sometime. We coulld share our indervidual HCMC experiences and have a laugh :) Rikka Read More