Andrew
@ajrcrawford
English citizen
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57
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About me
English
Lives in Phnom Penh
Speaks English, Korean
Registration: 01 September 2014
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Marrying a Canadian girl and living together by ppettina
I am an Italian citizen, and I have lived and worked in the UK for 5 years, thus gaining Indefinite Leave to Remain (although I have not yet applied for a permanent residence certificate). I have recently proposed to my lovely Canadian girlfriend ...
I have to apologise: my previous post on this thread was incorrect. Please disregard everything, other than that you should consult an immigration lawyer. If your partner is not yet living in the UK, she will need to apply for the Family Permit to ... Read More
Marrying a Canadian girl and living together by ppettina
I am an Italian citizen, and I have lived and worked in the UK for 5 years, thus gaining Indefinite Leave to Remain (although I have not yet applied for a permanent residence certificate). I have recently proposed to my lovely Canadian girlfriend ...
Hi there, I can help a little: "As far as I understand, we can't get married in the UK without her getting a special "family of a settled person" visa" Sort of. The 'family of a settled person' visa is a settlement ... Read More
How easy is it for expats to find work in Cambodia? by MichelletoCambodia
All feedback from those who have successfully found work appreciated
I'm sure there would be opportunities for a freelance journalist or a marketing consultant if that fits your skillset. You would need to do a lot of networking - something I have never been very good at, which I'm sure contributed to my ... Read More
How easy is it for expats to find work in Cambodia? by MichelletoCambodia
All feedback from those who have successfully found work appreciated
Depends what you can do, and what you're willing to accept. I couldn't find paid work as an accountant (but found plenty of volunteer projects). ESL teachers probably have the easiest time. Read More
Marry an Cambodian girl by larscambodia
Hi all. I have been living in Cambodia for a long time and have a Cambodian girlfriend. I am only 31 years, the same as my girlfriend. We are now in the process of going to get married. Det problem is that i have a criminal record from when i was ...
As Joe said, most likely you will only be able to have the ceremony - but be prepared to be shaken down by the local chiefs and/or police. If it's important for you to be legally married, you should be able to get that done in Thailand easily ... Read More
The Khmer writing system. Is it difficult? by marukai47
The Khmer writing system is one the the most interesting writing systems that I've come across, because of it's dependent and independent vowel symbols. Khmer from what I have read is easier to learn than the Thai writing system, which is a ...
I find it very difficult to pick up, and I have some experience studying languages with different writing systems (Greek, Korean, a smidgen of Mandarin). However, I have spoken to others who find it easy enough. As with all language learning issues, ... Read More
Marriage legality of marrying Colombian national by Irogbeauty
I am British citizen and plan to marry my Colombian boyfriend in Colombia. If we got married in Colombia, is our marriage valid in England. In case we get divorce, is my Colombian spouse has a right to claim or entitled half of my savings and ...
I found some resources on that, but it really depends on too many things to predict at this point, including how long you're married before you divorce. He might, ... Read More
Marriage legality of marrying Colombian national by Irogbeauty
I am British citizen and plan to marry my Colombian boyfriend in Colombia. If we got married in Colombia, is our marriage valid in England. In case we get divorce, is my Colombian spouse has a right to claim or entitled half of my savings and ...
As long as your marriage is legally valid in Colombia, it will be recognised in the UK. Assuming your fiance plans to apply for the spouse visa in the UK, as long as you can present a legitimate document and an official translation you're ... Read More
Marriage Visa by thanhgiang2303
Hi everyone! My name is Giang and I'm a Vietnamese. My husband is English. We got married in Vietnam and before, I used to get the 6 months tourists visa when I came to England (3 times). But now, because we recently moved and live is ...
Hi freedom, Visa applicants are generally expected to have more than enough in their bank account to cover the trip and their return home, so it depends. But your girlfriend can apply, at least partially, using your bank balance as a supporting ... Read More
Marriage Visa by thanhgiang2303
Hi everyone! My name is Giang and I'm a Vietnamese. My husband is English. We got married in Vietnam and before, I used to get the 6 months tourists visa when I came to England (3 times). But now, because we recently moved and live is ...
Hi Giang, Very welcome. I do think that's the best option, and with your visa history you should have no problem. All the best! Andrew Read More
Marriage Visa by thanhgiang2303
Hi everyone! My name is Giang and I'm a Vietnamese. My husband is English. We got married in Vietnam and before, I used to get the 6 months tourists visa when I came to England (3 times). But now, because we recently moved and live is ...
Hi Giang, I don't recognise the kind of visa your friend got. The 'Marriage Visitor Visa' - to get married in the UK - is for 6 months, and is not a settlement visa. There is no automatic right to settlement on this visa, and the Spouse ... Read More
Invaluable advice for potential expats!! by cindykern
American woman offering advice to anyone interested in relocating to Cambodia. Before selling everything you own to start life anew in Siem Reap, let my experience help guide you! Frank, honest and very helpful discussions you SHOULD NOT be without ...
Wow, sounds like you're really done your research. I'm afraid I can't tell you much about the internet quality in SR. Mine was decided by my landlord (and since foreigners can't own land in Cambodia, there will always be a ... Read More
Invaluable advice for potential expats!! by cindykern
American woman offering advice to anyone interested in relocating to Cambodia. Before selling everything you own to start life anew in Siem Reap, let my experience help guide you! Frank, honest and very helpful discussions you SHOULD NOT be without ...
Hi John and Andrea, I've been lurking on this thread and I think I can help. It seems clear now that Cindy started this thread in order to advise people NOT to move to Cambodia (if not, let me know and I'll back off). That is certainly one ... Read More
Had enough by madmax888
This September, I will be leaving Cambodia for good. After nearly 6 years, I have had enough. Many of you long time posters know me, as my first thread was read thousands of times. What you don't know is that my wife, after 4 1/2 years of living ...
Lots of people everywhere blame their government for things. Sometimes they're right to do so - it's not a coincidence that nations with less corrupt governments tend to perform better in most metrics. > Governments never provide ... Read More
Had enough by madmax888
This September, I will be leaving Cambodia for good. After nearly 6 years, I have had enough. Many of you long time posters know me, as my first thread was read thousands of times. What you don't know is that my wife, after 4 1/2 years of living ...
You might be the only person ever to praise the Cambodian government, outside the government itself, but I can see how it would appeal to a certain libertarian mindset. However, that government does indeed impose poverty and under-education on its ... Read More