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Rainman1

Rainman1

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Australian °µÍø½ûÇø in Cambodia

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About me

Australian

Lives in Siem Reap

Speaks Australian, (sort of English) Dutch (native language), get by with Thai and learning Khmer.

Registration: 25 July 2018

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Rainman1 replied to a thread
6 years ago
JoeKhmer

Railway between PP and Thai border [Poipet] ready by JoeKhmer

The railway link between PP and Poipet is ready. The 386 km stretch has not been functional during the last 45 years due to damages in war areas. But it is repaired now and the first train traveled from Poipet to PP last Wednesday, July 4, ...

Rainman1

Seems till next year it may also be free of charge including the new ferry according to the PPP https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/hun-sen-offers-free-fares-gift-nation Read More

Rainman1 created a thread
6 years ago

Getting on with Tuk Tuk drivers.

It's hard to get use to at first as it seems every driver asks you 'Tuk Tuk Sir!' ...even when you just get out of one. I've actually seen westerners flip the finger, be abusive and get agro when walking along. The best counter ... Read More

Rainman1 replied to a thread
6 years ago
dcracken1

Phnom Penh Safety by dcracken1

After my trip to Central America at the end of this month I was considering a trip to South east Asia around August. I am a solo male traveler in my late 30's. CAn anyone comment on safety in terms of walking around during the day and at night. ...

Rainman1

Just my two cents worth to the OP, so far the only daily danger I've encountered is ridding a moto, you will have to have eyes in the back of your head. Be ready to dodge pot holes (in the country side), dogs, cattle, drivers pulling out in ... Read More

Rainman1 replied to a thread
6 years ago
Ackshon

Bus from Poipet to Siem Reap by Ackshon

I am after some bus information from poipet to Siem Reap I'm catching the morning train from Bangkok to Aran & riding my bicycle across the border, so I should cross the border around 1 in the afternoon. Google search for bus I can only ...

Rainman1

Ackshon, you can make corrections on wikipedia, top right corner 'edit' button, I'll let you take the credit :cool: Good find. Read More

Rainman1 replied to a thread
6 years ago
Rainman1

Large shoes, size 13 (or 48) Siem Reap. by Rainman1

I have been to a few shops and the biggest size most stock are 10's or 44. Thinking of ordering on line but another question thanks, how reliable is the postal service? Thanks for any local help.

Rainman1

Thanks for the info Joe, appreciated. Read More

Rainman1 replied to a thread
6 years ago
Willdduff

Renewing an annual retirement visa by Willdduff

Hi Joe, I make regular trips to Cambodia, about 3 to 4 times a year. Have used an annual retirement visa for the last 2/3 years; and have found no problems with "Lucky" to date, and paid $290 last time. My present visa expires 19th ...

Rainman1

Cough cough...nearly 64 :cool: It's my 2nd ER, just never had to sign a dec. All good. Their was a rumor of 5 and 10 year ER's, won't hold my breath...I don't have much left lol. Read More

Rainman1 replied to a thread
6 years ago
Kurterino

Retirement visa 2017 by Kurterino

Is there any more information available on retirement visa requirements? I was on this page about the requirements for 2017 (http://www.movetocambodia.com/planning-your-move-to-cambodia/cambodia-visas/#types), where it says: "ER visa. The new ...

Rainman1

My bad, I was replying to 'New and Improved' who posted about losing 20% off some pension and age pension stuff. Cheers. Every bit helps. Read More

Rainman1 replied to a thread
6 years ago
Willdduff

Renewing an annual retirement visa by Willdduff

Hi Joe, I make regular trips to Cambodia, about 3 to 4 times a year. Have used an annual retirement visa for the last 2/3 years; and have found no problems with "Lucky" to date, and paid $290 last time. My present visa expires 19th ...

Rainman1

Agree, totally easy compared to Thailand, odd thing was the agent here in SR (a westerner) even printed the form from the official site with an official letterhead. I can easily get a copy to show here. Regardless, it seems I'm the only one ... Read More

Rainman1 replied to a thread
6 years ago
john connel

Moving from England to Siem Reap in August by john connel

Hi Siem Reap °µÍø½ûÇøs :) I am planning to move to Siem Reap in August and making some new friends while I pursue my Volunteer work. I will initially come in on visitors visa with the intention on applying for a Retitement Visa after 30 days. Q. Can ...

Rainman1

You are allowed to fly in on a one way ticket, few exceptions are some African countries I believe. Just an afterthought, some airlines I have read may refuse you a one way ticket, it's never happened to me though in 10 years. Read More

Rainman1 replied to a thread
6 years ago
Kurterino

Retirement visa 2017 by Kurterino

Is there any more information available on retirement visa requirements? I was on this page about the requirements for 2017 (http://www.movetocambodia.com/planning-your-move-to-cambodia/cambodia-visas/#types), where it says: "ER visa. The new ...

Rainman1

By social security do you mean newstart allowance?...then no, you'll be instantly cut off as soon as you leave Australia. The age pension is only fully portable and not reduced if you reside at least 2 years in Australia prior to your age ... Read More

Rainman1 replied to a thread
6 years ago
Julien

New members of the Cambodia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Cambodia forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your °µÍø½ûÇø story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

Rainman1

Hi all, my first intro post didn't go through so hello again and thanks for the info on this site, nice to be on here. Read More

Rainman1 replied to a thread
6 years ago
madsevans

Can anyone guide us towards a reputable lawyer ? by madsevans

Hello everyone! I am new to this forum and so happy I found it! :) I hope that I have posted this correctly in the Siem Reap forum! (Still getting the hang of this platform!) My partner and I would like to move to Asia this year - preferably ...

Rainman1

Jana611, the best advice I've heard. Read More

Rainman1 replied to a thread
6 years ago
Willdduff

Renewing an annual retirement visa by Willdduff

Hi Joe, I make regular trips to Cambodia, about 3 to 4 times a year. Have used an annual retirement visa for the last 2/3 years; and have found no problems with "Lucky" to date, and paid $290 last time. My present visa expires 19th ...

Rainman1

Just had my 1 year (ER) visa renewed and I had to sign a form stating I had a pension/income/money without any supporting evidence, sort of like a statutory declaration. No big deal but this was never asked before. New? Read More

Rainman1 created a thread
6 years ago

Large shoes, size 13 (or 48) Siem Reap.

I have been to a few shops and the biggest size most stock are 10's or 44. Thinking of ordering on line but another question thanks, how reliable is the postal service? Thanks for any local help. Read More

Rainman1 replied to a thread
6 years ago
Julien

New members of the Cambodia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Cambodia forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your °µÍø½ûÇø story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

Rainman1

Hello all, I have been living on and off in Cambodia for years now and am looking forward to retiring full time in SEA. Really enjoy Cambodia, the people, the sights and history... and the ease of acquiring one year visas. I am still exploring. Read More