Barber368
Canadian expat in Vietnam
Forum posts
23
Contacts
9
About me
Canadian
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Speaks English
Registration: 18 December 2012
Declaring currency when entering Vietnam....
I am wondering if anyone would know the forms or legalities to bringing in currency to Vietnam. I am looking to come to Vietnam and help my family buy property. I would send the money via transfer and wires but the cost is ridiculous. I am going to ... Read More
Volunteering by menollychan
Hi I just moved to HCMC and will be here for at least 2 months. I would like to volunteer during this time, preferably working with children. I've had 3 years experience teaching English in Japan and I just want to give something back now. If ...
I will be coming to HCMC in one week, it will take me about a week to get settled then I will take you up on the volunteering opportunities if that is ok..... Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
Wow really....Maybe a better option is to bring the gift myself, I will be about 2 months late for the actual birthday but saves everyone some money amd headaches.....lol. Thanks for the info. Read More
Is there anyone to play golf togther? by sunnysidesaigon
Hello everyone~ I am Charlie from Seoul and a newbie here in PMH,HCM. Looking for buddies to play golf together. My handy is quite bad nearly 100~! Let's make a good friendship and have fun together... Pls text me 0934917580 if you like..
Thank you...... Sounds likena fun groupnto join.... Read More
Volunteering opportunities in Siem Reap by High Q Cambodia (NGO)
High Q Cambodia (NGO) is seeking for enthusiastic high motivated volunteers, for our school in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Our goal and expertise is to teach people from third world countries in south-east Asia, the English language in order to ...
Hello, Can you give me a little more information with regards " paid and housed" ... How many people are living in these residences? When does the 6 month terms start and are there longer terms than 6 months? I am looking at coming to Vietnam and ... Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
You mean snow globes..... Yeah, not a bad idea.......thanks.... Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
So send an assortment of Canadian things in a box. Like a Toronto Maple Leaf hockey puck. A Toronto Blue Jays baseball. These items are unfamiliar in Vietnam so it'll give you two a chance to talk about those items. You can explain what hockey ... Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
Thank you Tran Hung Dao, I like what youbare saying, there are lots of little things from Canada that I have been considering sending. Again, thanks for the input. Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
That is really cool. Thanks . I am in talks with one of her friends about what to do also....... Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
Thank you. I will look for something girlie.....lol Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
I agree, if it was for my niece I would send her money, but this is a friend. Thanks for the input. Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
I see, I called a place here in Toronto that sends money and packages to Vietnam and they said no perfume.....lol Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
Yeah, I was hoping to send something more personal than just money...but thats will be the last resort.....lol Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam.... by Barber368
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ...
Ok thanks, So perfume is also a prohibited item from Canada as well.... Read More
Sending gifts to a friend in Vietnam....
Hey all, I am looking at sending some gifts to a friend in Vietnam for her birthday in October. I have been trying to find out what is permissable to be sent nto Vietnam. I know the obvious things are not...like weapons, drugs and alcohol.....i was ... Read More
Is there anyone to play golf togther? by sunnysidesaigon
Hello everyone~ I am Charlie from Seoul and a newbie here in PMH,HCM. Looking for buddies to play golf together. My handy is quite bad nearly 100~! Let's make a good friendship and have fun together... Pls text me 0934917580 if you like..
Hey Charlie, I am moving to HCMC in Nov and I am bringing my golf clubs, I played at Long Thanh Golf course last year, it was really well maintained. When I get to Vietnam I will golf with you. I am not great either, i just like to get out and enjoy ... Read More
orphanage in HCMC by Josie90
Hello My name is Josefine Pedersen, I recently moved to HCMC from Denmark. I am looking for an Orphanage in Ho Chi Ming city that I can volunteer at. I have tried finding one for a few weeks now but with know luck I hope there is some one who can ...
Steph, Thank you for the offer.....I agree with you, it is definitely difficult not being able to speak Vietnamese. When I went last time, my friends from HCMC took me. That is great that you go every so often....I will definitely contact you when I ... Read More
orphanage in HCMC by Josie90
Hello My name is Josefine Pedersen, I recently moved to HCMC from Denmark. I am looking for an Orphanage in Ho Chi Ming city that I can volunteer at. I have tried finding one for a few weeks now but with know luck I hope there is some one who can ...
Thank you for posting this, I agree with you that are rules and regulations for volunteering at orphanages as a tourist. I am a child of the system myself in Canada, I have been through the shelters, group homes and temp. homes and foster care. I ... Read More
Anyone interested in golfing?
Definitely will shoot you a message when I get there. I played last year at Long Thanh Course and it was great but I had to rent everything so it got pretty pricey...lol. I will bring my clubs for sure, thanks. Read More
orphanage in HCMC by Josie90
Hello My name is Josefine Pedersen, I recently moved to HCMC from Denmark. I am looking for an Orphanage in Ho Chi Ming city that I can volunteer at. I have tried finding one for a few weeks now but with know luck I hope there is some one who can ...
Thank you very much, I will kep these ones in mind and see what I can raise for them.... Read More
Anyone interested in golfing?
Hi all, I am not in Vietnam yet but will be there in November and am wondering if anyone actually golfs frequently? I am trying to figure out if I should sell my clubs here and buy new ones when I get there or just keep the ones I have and pay the ... Read More
orphanage in HCMC by Josie90
Hello My name is Josefine Pedersen, I recently moved to HCMC from Denmark. I am looking for an Orphanage in Ho Chi Ming city that I can volunteer at. I have tried finding one for a few weeks now but with know luck I hope there is some one who can ...
Hi, I am coming to Vietnam in November and I am in the process of setting up some fundraisers. I am Vietnamese but have been living in Canada for the last 34 years. I am coming home to volunteer at orphanges and help out family. If you can send me ... Read More
My rant about other people ranting about Vietnam. by jamesquanhai
I聮m posting this message on this forum as generally it is one of the most positive areas to discuss Vietnam, a good sense of community, helpful people and information sharing. It is going to be a bit of a rant, so please stop reading now if you ...
Great read, I am coming to live in Vietnam in November and love reading all the discussions on every topic. I have been back and forth from Canada and Vietnam for the last 6 years and everything you have written is true. I agree 100 percent. With ... Read More