andy_k
Korean expat in Vietnam
Forum posts
20
Contacts
3
About me
Korean
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Registration: 20 July 2012
About
My expat journey
Vietnam
Tallinn, Estonia
Exchange Student in Tallinn University
had too much fun time
US Military Base, USA
US Army Garrison Yong San
Not exactly US but, US Base in Korea also considered as US territory.. so should I consider this as US?
Military Service. Working as Int' specialist.
Sydney, Australia
Seoul, South Korea
Activity
getting package or parcel from oversea.
Hi I'm trying to buy some stuff by internet from Korea or States, I know this parcel or package have to apply on tariff or import tax, but I have no idea about the tax rate.. does anybody knows the tax rate of clothes or garment ? Some one ... Read More
Do you know how long will it take to get a US visa? by GuestPoster2923
pls let me know
what is your purpose? if it's tourism purpose u just need to apply by web then you get one, since you are korean.. Read More
Craving for bubble tea.. by andy_k
Hi Can u guys recommend any shops or cafe serve bubble tea? Don't know why but I can't stop thinking about bubble tea :( It would be better if they have bubble tea with taro and red bean (more like slush, I guess) ...
well, I prefer Quan 1.. it's even better if it's walking distance from De Tham street Read More
Craving for bubble tea.. by andy_k
Hi Can u guys recommend any shops or cafe serve bubble tea? Don't know why but I can't stop thinking about bubble tea :( It would be better if they have bubble tea with taro and red bean (more like slush, I guess) ...
Bechum oi! Do they have taro flavor as well ? Read More
Craving for bubble tea..
Hi Can u guys recommend any shops or cafe serve bubble tea? Don't know why but I can't stop thinking about bubble tea :( It would be better if they have bubble tea with taro and red bean (more like slush, I guess) ... Read More
Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 09, 2012 by bechum
Hey guys, Welcome to Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 09, 2012; with main objective is "Do you think you can sing?!?" :D Therefore, we will gather at 7:30pm @ Karaoke to show off your voice. Who get 100 score will win special gift ka ...
Wish it's saturday as always Read More
Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 02 & Saturday, August 04 by bechum
Dear all, Here are preliminary plans of this meet-up on Thursday, August 2nd, 2012. Please share your ideas for final decision as well. - Part 1: (19:00-21:00) Gathering at coffee shop for making new friends, exchange languages & culture, have ...
I and another Korean friend will be there, not 100% but will try to make it. will text ya thanks Read More
is price of rent different between local and foreigner? by andy_k
Hi, seems like average rent price for one people is around 500 USD per month (maybe cheaper). It seems like almost impossible for locals to rent those accommodation. I was wondering if there is price discrimination or over charge for foreigners, ...
I would agree with you about the [crazy real-estate-price/ autos/ western world's-living-standards - formal average income rate]. In the Northeast, the U.S. Census Bureau's 2010 report on U.S. poverty and income notes that the average annual salary ... Read More
Expat weekly meet-up on Thursday, August 02 & Saturday, August 04 by bechum
Dear all, Here are preliminary plans of this meet-up on Thursday, August 2nd, 2012. Please share your ideas for final decision as well. - Part 1: (19:00-21:00) Gathering at coffee shop for making new friends, exchange languages & culture, have ...
I could join this if it's Saturday, but got dinner appointment already :( not sure I could follow this up, but would love to. probably will be able to join part 2, so please PM me for phone number or available contact to follow this up yo! Thanks! Read More
is price of rent different between local and foreigner? by andy_k
Hi, seems like average rent price for one people is around 500 USD per month (maybe cheaper). It seems like almost impossible for locals to rent those accommodation. I was wondering if there is price discrimination or over charge for foreigners, ...
oh god, lent, rent what a stupid :) will adjust it, Thanks Read More
is price of rent different between local and foreigner?
Hi, seems like average rent price for one people is around 500 USD per month (maybe cheaper). It seems like almost impossible for locals to rent those accommodation. I was wondering if there is price discrimination or over charge for foreigners, ... Read More
Any help or comment for Vietnamese Language Proficiency Test?
Hi, I would like to take the A level (beginner) test in this 18th of august one. I've learnt Vietnamese only 5months but, it was full time classes. I finished the VSL book vol.1,2,3 and half of vol.4(from Uni. HCM humanities and social science). I ... Read More
price of cigarette? by andy_k
every time I went to get some cigarette, seems like every shop has its own price. As i know, price of cigarette usually fixed by Federal or central or regional government, but seems like it is not in VN. Am i correct or am i just being ripped off ...
Sanke77, I mostly smoke Malboro light (they probably changed to gold, but not sure) or Mild Seven light. price of Malboro gold that I bought was vary depend on vendor. While I was living in Da Lat for 6month price was from 20k to 25k. In Long An ... Read More
price of cigarette? by andy_k
every time I went to get some cigarette, seems like every shop has its own price. As i know, price of cigarette usually fixed by Federal or central or regional government, but seems like it is not in VN. Am i correct or am i just being ripped off ...
Andy_k, Nothing is fixed here, bro! That is especially true when it comes to prices of cigarettes, particularly the smuggled ones. But, to avoid being ripped-off, you should find a nice and nearby vendor, then just buy it from him or her. After ... Read More
price of cigarette?
every time I went to get some cigarette, seems like every shop has its own price. As i know, price of cigarette usually fixed by Federal or central or regional government, but seems like it is not in VN. Am i correct or am i just being ripped off ... Read More