

OceanBeach92107
American in Vietnam
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About me
American
Lives in Da Nang, Da Nang, Vietnam
Speaks Fluent English & a little bit of Vietnamese, Spanish & German
Registration: 31 January 2018
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Importing (prescription) drugs for personal use, and.. by It2VN
Could someone advise or point me in the direction of official guidance on whether some items I would like to take with me are permitted or not for importation. I use almost nightly Delorazepam drops for sleep. Also where does ibuprofen stand?Also, ...

Could someone advise or point me in the direction of official guidance on whether some items I would like to take with me are permitted or not for importation. I use almost nightly Delorazepam drops for sleep. Also where does ibuprofen stand? Also, ... Read More


What is Momo in Vietnam? by rogergarinmichaud
Hi guys ! Just received a text message from Viettel asking me if I wish to join Momo...In Tibetan the word Momo is a dumpling as in "chogo Momo" which is similar to the "alu samosa" of India = potatoes dumpling.So I am not sure what is this ...

Hi guys ! Just received a text message from Viettel asking me if I wish to join Momo... In Tibetan the word Momo is a dumpling as in "chogo Momo" which is similar to the "alu samosa" of India = potatoes dumpling. So I am not sure what is this ... Read More


Anyone have VEC process updates as of 2024/2025? by ta1010
Last thread i see on detailed info: /en/forum/asia/vie … m-p14.htmlLast update was 2021, and mostly pertaining to the restrictions of covid and its effects on getting VEC.USA citizen here, I am visiting Vietnam in ...

Last thread i see on detailed info: /en/forum/asia/vie … m-p14.html Last update was 2021, and mostly pertaining to the restrictions of covid and its effects on getting VEC. USA citizen here, I am visiting Vietnam in ... Read More


VIETNAMESE FAMILY LAW ACT by Aidan in HCMC
For those unfamiliar with this legislation, here for your perusal are the particulars.Read it well.(This post was prompted by the enquiry of another member on a recent thread)

@Aidan in HCMC Effective January 9, 2025, this reform under Decree 07/2025/NĐ-CP removes the requirement for a Marriage Status Certificate, making it easier for Vietnamese to register their marriages. This policy is part of Vietnam’s ... Read More


TRC early renewal by Earlyant
My TRC runs out in November and I need to return back to the UK to do some things in August which does not give me much time there if I need to renew in November.I have heard that you can renew at anytime? Is this the case? And, do I need to show ...

(quote: My wife has now been able to list me legally as her spouse in her VNeID profile), interesting, I'll have my wife look into that next. Had a real headache recently to get my daughter listed, as we had to renew her VN passport. The local ... Read More


Off Topic Posts - Whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
This thread is for everything Off-topic..........https://www.askideas.com/media/13/Burning-Whats-Up-Gif-Picture.gif

Well, I know it's time to get some new duds to wear. Most of my shorts are dog chewed, t-shirts are cat scratched, and except for 3 pairs of jeans the knees are out of them. And don't get me started on the tattered underwear. My GF says I look like ... Read More


Prescription in Vietnam by mouraliferes83
@OceanBeach92107 Hi!As you might know I am still living in Sweden. Will hopefully relocate to Vietnam whithin a year.Anyway, in Sweden if I get prescribed pill X the pharmacy must inform me about pill Y & Z. This is done so the consumer can ...

@OceanBeach92107 We might both have missed the point, but thanks for noticing. Wanted to know if I could substitute a big brand (often more expensive) prescribed by a doctor for something cheaper but with the same effect while getting a ... Read More


My Kids need to meet other Kids.....Anyone? by tonykeys2003
HiI've recently moved to HCMC from the UK and have 2 Daughters. One aged 14 yrs and the other is 7 yrs old.Having once been a Primary School teacher, I am "home tutoring" my girls.The biggest issue is the inability to mix with other children as they ...

Hello, we have 2 children ages 4 and 5 and we are considering moving to Da Nang, or possibly my wife's hometown of Mui Ne. They speak VIetnamese fluently, as well as English. They are half white and half Vietnamese. Does anybody have any feedback on ... Read More


Prescription in Vietnam by mouraliferes83
@OceanBeach92107 Hi!As you might know I am still living in Sweden. Will hopefully relocate to Vietnam whithin a year.Anyway, in Sweden if I get prescribed pill X the pharmacy must inform me about pill Y & Z. This is done so the consumer can ...

@OceanBeach92107 In other words I can get whatever brand that is available, but have to ask about it myself. Thanks for your reply! - @mouraliferes83You've misread my answer. Please read it again.Basically, if you want Western pampering and ... Read More


My Kids need to meet other Kids.....Anyone? by tonykeys2003
HiI've recently moved to HCMC from the UK and have 2 Daughters. One aged 14 yrs and the other is 7 yrs old.Having once been a Primary School teacher, I am "home tutoring" my girls.The biggest issue is the inability to mix with other children as they ...

Hi Thaovy, I'm sorry to say that because of this, and other circumstances, we decided to come back to UK. It's difficult for foreign children in Vietnam, and I was so concerned for their welfare that we thought it best to come back. My Girlfriend ... Read More


Prescription in Vietnam by mouraliferes83
@OceanBeach92107 Hi!As you might know I am still living in Sweden. Will hopefully relocate to Vietnam whithin a year.Anyway, in Sweden if I get prescribed pill X the pharmacy must inform me about pill Y & Z. This is done so the consumer can ...

@OceanBeach92107 Hi! As you might know I am still living in Sweden. Will hopefully relocate to Vietnam whithin a year. Anyway, in Sweden if I get prescribed pill X the pharmacy must inform me about pill Y & Z. This is done so the consumer can ... Read More


TRC early renewal by Earlyant
My TRC runs out in November and I need to return back to the UK to do some things in August which does not give me much time there if I need to renew in November.I have heard that you can renew at anytime? Is this the case? And, do I need to show ...

...would the police be happy about doing that in June/July when the TRC does not expire until November? Anthony - @Earlyant We (My wife and I) have made a concerted effort to be very connected with our local committee person and our local police ... Read More


Contact lenses by Jamison123
Hi, I'll be moving to Tuy Hoa in a few weeks. Where in Vietnam can I get contact lenses? I need them for astigmatism (preferably monthly Bausch and Lomb). How does the cost generally compare to the US? My google search hasn't turned up much info. ...

Hi, I'll be moving to Tuy Hoa in a few weeks. Where in Vietnam can I get contact lenses? I need them for astigmatism (preferably monthly Bausch and Lomb). How does the cost generally compare to the US? My google search hasn't turned up much info. ... Read More


Our new Vietnam Guide is up! by Veedushi
Hello everyone!I hope you are all doing well and are settled comfortably in your new home in Vietnam or finding all the help you need to get your riation project rolling smoothly.Here at , we are always trying to find new ways to be ...

@OceanBeach92107 Hello, I have added a new section at the end of the article for currency exchange. Feel free to have a look and let me know if this works. Thanks, Veedushi - @VeedushiLooks great to me. Thanks very much for your quick attention to ... Read More


Old men with young Vietnamese wives/girlfriends by pathixon48
How is it working out?

I personally believe that 69 & 39 is the ideal age gap Read More