NPBD
Swiss expat in Vietnam
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About me
Swiss
Lives in Saigon
Speaks English, French, Vietnamese
Registration: 26 April 2013
Getting a married visa for Indonesia by Leepeter1975
Hi ive been married to my Indonesian wife for 18 years and we both live in England. In the next couple of years we would like to go and live in Indonesia. Is it easy for me to get a married visa. We were married in Indonesia in a muslim ceromony and ...
You should post on Indonesia, it's Vietnam forum here Read More
HOW TO DEAL WITH THE PROBLEM OF LANGUAGES BARRIER ??? by Envy Dan
Hi everyone! I love travelling and I always get trouble with language barrier. I know learning new language is good but in some urgent situations I actually need a translator. Does anyone know any helpful translation app. There're so much apps ...
If you need help in French we can help you for free just PM me. Read More
Friends to hang out on weekend and short trip around HCM by NPBD
Hello everyone, We are a small group of VK and foreigners looking for new friends to go around HCM on short trip from 1 to few days by moto/scooter. Next trip will be HCM to Dalat around end of March, 3/4 days.
@Nasirs. I try to pm you my # but the option is not available. Why don't you pm me your number and I will contact you offline Read More
Friends to hang out on weekend and short trip around HCM by NPBD
Hello everyone, We are a small group of VK and foreigners looking for new friends to go around HCM on short trip from 1 to few days by moto/scooter. Next trip will be HCM to Dalat around end of March, 3/4 days.
@yoda, I just pm you my phone #. @Nasir we are planning for Friday 17 or 24 of march. The date is flexible depending on the people schedule. PM me and we talk about it Read More
Friends to hang out on weekend and short trip around HCM
Hello everyone, We are a small group of VK and foreigners looking for new friends to go around HCM on short trip from 1 to few days by moto/scooter. Next trip will be HCM to Dalat around end of March, 3/4 days. Read More
Salsa lessons
Hi Majorie, At Cung Van Hoa lao Dong, 55b Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Q1 you can find some sala class check the class listing. Also go to Trung Tam Van Hoa Q1 on side of US consulate, 6 Mac Dinh Chi Q1, 2nd or 3rd floor they do salsa and bachata only ... Read More
Motorbike Tour Group
Good idea, I have a bike and free on Sunday. Let have a drink and talk about it. I am in Q11 Read More
Tennis Lessons
Go to "cung van hoa lao dong" 55b Nguyen thi minh khai. Read More
Best Hospital for Expats in HCMC by mikeymac
I would be very interested to hear from fellow expats on the above please
Depending what you are looking for: Good doctor and serious surgical operation, go to public/state hospital ( binh dan, cho ray, vien tim) they do many many cases a day so they are very qualify. I have a friend whom has 2 heart valves replaced ... Read More
Investing in real estate or having interest-bearing account? by tranus
Hi there, What would be better/safer: investing in real estate in HCMC or having an interest-bearing account in a Vietnamese bank (that can also be foreign bank in Vietnam)? I've been told in Vietnam interest-bearing account can be 8%? What ...
The reason is they are afraid of money laundering. You can transfer but not cash deposit Read More
Investing in real estate or having interest-bearing account? by tranus
Hi there, What would be better/safer: investing in real estate in HCMC or having an interest-bearing account in a Vietnamese bank (that can also be foreign bank in Vietnam)? I've been told in Vietnam interest-bearing account can be 8%? What ...
Be careful foreigner. Once you transfer money into vn and cash out in "vnd" to get the 8% CD interest. At the end it will be very very very difficult to exchange back to usd and transfer out ( I mean the legal way ). Do your research ... Read More
Friends to hang out on weekend by NPBD
Hello, I am a VK. Living in HCMC Q11 looking for friends to hang out on weekend, I do speak fluently in English, French and Vietnamese. I am not looking for a date and I am not a ATM machine. PM me and we can have a coffee on 16 or 17th Thanks.
Sorry but I am not putting my resume online. Just PM me and we can talk. I am just looking for friend/acquaintance to go for coffee/drink and talk about anything. Like I said it's not a dating so who care about what I like/interest/believe ... Read More
Friends to hang out on weekend
Hello, I am a VK. Living in HCMC Q11 looking for friends to hang out on weekend, I do speak fluently in English, French and Vietnamese. I am not looking for a date and I am not a ATM machine. PM me and we can have a coffee on 16 or 17th Thanks. Read More
Tipping by Guestposter822
I'm just wondering if the Vietnamese tip when they go for their morning coffee ? sometimes I tip sometimes I don't. Usually I do when they come and fill up my iced tea, smile say hello. usually I don't if the waiter sits there looking at ...
If you plan to tip give to the waitstaff don't put on the table otherwise the tip may go to the owner instead. Read More
BUYING APARTMENT IN HCM by noah83
Hi guys, Just to check, is this a good time to buy apartment now? Any input will be much appreciated. =) -noah
Beside the market. Does anyone have problem taking the money out of VN after selling the property. What are the process, how long to get the approval(s) and what is the estimate cost in % (legal and tea money). Pls share your experience. Thanks. Read More
All you can eat? Ho Chi Minh by DannyWielink
Hello everyone, I was hoping someone knows a good all you can eat sushi place in Ho Chi Minh. I like to eat a lot but I hate having the price displayed on every sushi since I think it ruins the experience. If anyone knows a good place, please let ...
Check out big hotel buffet like Sheraton , Niko, Legend, Caravelle etc.. they have some sushi, seafood, lobster, crab, oyster and it's all you can eat and drink wine. The price is around 1,2m vnd + vat and service. Read More
Confirmation of Notarized Documents Information by ZePhilosopher
Hi all, I'm new to this community and would love to be more involved as I will be working in Vietnam in the next few months. I know this question has been raised many times but please be nice to me. I have been digging the internet for the last ...
You can do it at the US consulate in Saigon. 50.USD a piece. After that you take to a vietnamese office to validate the US consulate signature. Address will be provided by the US consulate after the notary. Yes 50$ a piece. I just did it for my ... Read More
Zoiper/VoIP calling programs by gary2012
Hi all I am setting up a call center and trying to set up zoiper for outbound calls. I found out that zoiper and other IP calling programs are blocked in Vietnam although some people have told me that it is still possible to use these. Does anyone ...
I designed and setup by myself. My background is IT telecom in US. I designed and run data center, switch, IVR etc... Read More
Zoiper/VoIP calling programs by gary2012
Hi all I am setting up a call center and trying to set up zoiper for outbound calls. I found out that zoiper and other IP calling programs are blocked in Vietnam although some people have told me that it is still possible to use these. Does anyone ...
My voip in long island is callcentric.com. they give free inbound number for free as well voice mail. Their online support gave a very detail how to set up your client like zoiper or csip. You also need to put some money in ( I put 10$ and ... Read More
Zoiper/VoIP calling programs by gary2012
Hi all I am setting up a call center and trying to set up zoiper for outbound calls. I found out that zoiper and other IP calling programs are blocked in Vietnam although some people have told me that it is still possible to use these. Does anyone ...
I am using zoiper to connect to voip provider in Long Island/NY so I am outbound from US via wifi and front end with zoiper. I use it here in VN, France, UK, Thailand , Hong Kong where ever I travel, the call is clear and it's cheaper than ... Read More
Vietnamese Americans coming to vietnam by Hans.b
Hi, everyone! My name is Hans. I'm an American that's been living in VN for about 5 years. I like living in vn but I miss my Vietnamese/American friends. The local thinking here is different and they don't understand a lot of the western ...
Hi Hans, I am VK. from US & France now living in Saigon. I currently out of VN and back in Saigon Aug 10. P. Msg. Me your info so we can have a drink when I am back. Thanks. Read More
how to transfer money from american bank to vietnamese bank quickly by lamhoang
I am now living in Nha Trang city. I have problem about transfering money from American bank to Vietnamese bank, exactly in VCB in Nha Trang. I open have to go to Saigon to get money in steads of in Nha trang. Who know the best way please share to ...
go to western union web site: create a account, make a transfer up to 2,900.00 USD pay by: register your checking account (routing number and account number) or use pay your bill feature from your bank to western union. Get cash in USD at any ... Read More
Wanna own property in Vietnam? by Rosyvn
Pursuant to the proposal of Ministry of Construction, every foreigner that have stayed in Vietnam over 3 months have a right to own the condo or land in Vietnam. Moreover that, you can rent out your house by yourself or corporation with ...
Investing or buying property in vn is onething. One issue you must look at is: Bring in dollar and converting to dong is easy. The tricky part is when you sell it and try to convert dong to dollar and try to take out of vn. That where the ... Read More
Marriage put off due to superstition by khanh44
Ok so my fiance is very traditional I guess to put it. She kisses with her nose. Well she wants to put off the wedding or get married before Tet this year because after Tet is the year of the horse. We're both born on the year of the horse so ...
Outside the year of horse, you have to understand Tet is big in VN. Weeks before Tet every family are busy. 2 to 4 weeks after Tet. everything is dead, everyone go home, business closed, difficult to find transportation ( Car /driver). Price go ... Read More
16 days in Bangkok looking for advices by NPBD
Hi, 4 of us will be in Bangkok this august for 16 days. 1st time. I would like to rent a motocycle/scooter so we can go around. we have US/IDL and Vietnam DL. I have no problem driving in Saigon/HCMC. Is the traffic in Bangkok worst than Saigon? ...
Thanks we will use your recommendations to plan our trip. Read More
16 days in Bangkok looking for advices
Hi, 4 of us will be in Bangkok this august for 16 days. 1st time. I would like to rent a motocycle/scooter so we can go around. we have US/IDL and Vietnam DL. I have no problem driving in Saigon/HCMC. Is the traffic in Bangkok worst than Saigon? ... Read More
Da Nang or Nha Trang to retire
Hi, I am a VK looking to retire in Da nang (DN) or Nha trang (NT). I am not looking for works just to retire an enjoy life with no kid ( school and jobs is not a factor for me ) My preference now is DN. Nice large city more space, light traffic, ... 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 ...
5 yrs Visa exemption is easy. I did it last year Nov 2012 before my dual citiz. All you need is some one to sponsord you, no other paper than 2 photos. It cost me at that time $100 and 2 weeks. Just sign and they do the form for you, no need to ... 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 ...
From what they told me. you can go back to the city where you was born and they can search the records and issue new one. 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 ...
Tiedo, Yes you can, I did it with agent. it's cost me $500 (everything included until I have my ID/CMND - passport not included but very easy 2 weeks for passport do it myself) 4 months total. left VN in 1968 and have my vietnamese birth cert ... Read More
2hours far From HCMC : Tien giang Province by Brubrulamachette
Hi there ! I've spent several hours reading all your posts but didn't find any about expatriates living in tien giang province. I will probably move to Vietnam in october for a new job as a Quality Engineer and will have to stay in Tien Giang ...
Hi Bruno, I am from My Tho, tien giang. I spend most of my time between My Tho and US. Send me a msg if you want to talk Salut a toi Read More
Jobs in Vietnam, Reality check by NPBD
Workforce discrimination in Vietnam is higher than western standard. (Age, Gender, Physical look, many more....) When is too old for expat to find work in Vietnam? If you are working expat or know anyone around you, please share with ...
You take it wrong my friend. I am a Viet myself. Why it's insulting question? From my personal experience in US I found male boss easier to deal with, not counting racial variable. Fews years ago in France you have to send a photo, a hand ... Read More
Jobs in Vietnam, Reality check
Workforce discrimination in Vietnam is higher than western standard. (Age, Gender, Physical look, many more....) When is too old for expat to find work in Vietnam? If you are working expat or know anyone around you, please share with ... Read More
Anyone in My Tho (south of Saigon)
Hi, I am looking to expand my cycle in My Tho. Returning after 45 Yrs from Europe and US, I have hard time blending into the local. I am not talking about level of education but manners. 1. Most men smoke like chimney 2. Drink like sponge 3. Swear ... Read More
Money from here to US by bebe517
Hey, does anyone have info about how to transfer money from Vietnam to my US bank account if I do not have a work permit? Loopholes or such?
It's very hard that one of the reason foreigner and Viet kieu does not want to buy property in VN. Once you sold it good luck to transfer money out. But if you did declare it when you came to VN it think it much easier or just carry cash out 5K ... Read More
Non-profit org in My Tho, VN
Hi all, I am looking for a non-profit org in My Tho south of Saigon,and willing to donate fews hrs a day for a "good cause" when I am in Vietnam. My background is Construction engineering + IT Infrastructure. Speak fluently ... Read More