Update: Visit: http://vn.gohalalplanet.com/vietnam-city-halal-guides/hcmc/halal-restaurants-hcmc/ for the latest list of halal restaurants in Saigon (HCMC). VN. HALAL Restaurant is near the area where I live on 14 Pham Hong Thai, P. Ben Thanh, in District 1. I tried it a couple days ago. There are not many Halal Restaurants in Saigon so I like to try everyone that I can … [Read more...] about VN.HALAL Restaurant
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In District 1
Well, it has been nearly a week since I moved to District 1. I love my new room. I am conveniently located near the New World Hotel on Nguyen Trai street just walking distance from the Pham Ngu Lao backpacking area. My room is perfect, it is cleaned everyday and dust free!!! My only complaint is a lack of a landline and slow ADSL which I hope to remedy sometime next … [Read more...] about In District 1
My last night in my house
Tonight will be my last night in my house at 489A/23A/210 Huynh Van Banh, in the Phu Nhuan District. I was supposed to leave today but I decided to stay an extra day longer. My housemate already moved to District 1 this morning so Smokey and I will be by ourselves tonight. It has been over two years since I last stayed in my house alone. This will be the last time, I … [Read more...] about My last night in my house
New Vietnam rule to expel foreigners without work permits
Not surprised when I read this latest new piece from Thanh Nien News. If you do not have a work permit by July then you must leave Vietnam or be deported. In reality, it is not realistic for many teachers and professionals with legitimate jobs in Vietnam. The time period to obtain your work permit can exceed 6 months for some. Getting the necessary authentications are not … [Read more...] about New Vietnam rule to expel foreigners without work permits
How to get a 5 Year Visa Exemption – Saigon in a Cup
If you are Viet Kieu (Abroad Vietnamese) and interested in getting a 5 year visa exemption, Tung (Saigon in a Cup) gives a very detailed descriptions on how you can obtain this. This 5 year visa exemption also applies to those who are married to Vietnamese nationals. Visit How to get a 5 year visa exemption for more information. Having this type of visa means you will have … [Read more...] about How to get a 5 Year Visa Exemption – Saigon in a Cup