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Australian looking for information about Cambodia
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Cambodian Bank account by DaveAb
Hi all. I am looking to come over and live in Cambodia towards the end of next year (Covid allowing). How easy is it to open a bank account there ? And are they similar to uk bank accounts ? Ie free to deposit cash or withdraw cash ? Are ...
ABA just as easy. ANZ has NO connection with ANZ in Australia so no advantage having an account in Australia (and I gather in NZ). Read More
Marriage by locum
Can someone please enlighten me on the following: I've heard somewhere that a barang of more than 55 years cannot legally marry a Khmer. Is that so? Would a marriage performed overseas be accepted in Cambodia? I understand the rationale behind ...
Thanks Joe, for your elaborations. I wasn't looking at naturalization just yet, only for residency, if that's of any use. But I'm informed that there isn't such a thing as a resident visum, just the ability to extend your standard ... Read More
Marriage by locum
Can someone please enlighten me on the following: I've heard somewhere that a barang of more than 55 years cannot legally marry a Khmer. Is that so? Would a marriage performed overseas be accepted in Cambodia? I understand the rationale behind ...
Would an overseas marriage get you a residency? I'm aware of the 'need' for the girl to be kosher and the avidity of the village for a big piss-up. I made it quite clear that it is their problem and that I would not be coerced into doing ... Read More
Marriage by locum
Can someone please enlighten me on the following: I've heard somewhere that a barang of more than 55 years cannot legally marry a Khmer. Is that so? Would a marriage performed overseas be accepted in Cambodia? I understand the rationale behind ...
Thanks for your replies. I'm aware that a piss-up counts as a wedding for the locals, if not for the government. That's why I want to find out whether an o/s marriage is legally binding here as well. Read More
Marriage
Can someone please enlighten me on the following: I've heard somewhere that a barang of more than 55 years cannot legally marry a Khmer. Is that so? Would a marriage performed overseas be accepted in Cambodia? I understand the rationale behind ... Read More
foreign ownership by locum
Hiyas! I've just been told by some Cambodian lady that t will no more be possible for a foreigner to buy an apartment above the ground floor. The law is supposed to get changed so it will be applicable to all levels, e.g. that you can only buy ...
Thanks very much for your extensive information Read More
foreign ownership by locum
Hiyas! I've just been told by some Cambodian lady that t will no more be possible for a foreigner to buy an apartment above the ground floor. The law is supposed to get changed so it will be applicable to all levels, e.g. that you can only buy ...
Thanks very much for your elucidation. I'm at a loss though as to the difference between a condo, flat and apartment in the local legal structure. Any explanations? Thanks mp Read More
foreign ownership
Hiyas! I've just been told by some Cambodian lady that t will no more be possible for a foreigner to buy an apartment above the ground floor. The law is supposed to get changed so it will be applicable to all levels, e.g. that you can only buy ... Read More
Looking 4 Roomies - Let's share a big villa? by Kabe Adrift
In January, I plan to move to PP to teach English. I prefer to have roomates to be able to afford a bigger nicer villa, rather than be alone in a so-so place. Are there any like minded indivuals out there? I am possibly looking to rent a 4-6 bdrm ...
Sounds like a great idea. I'll be back in Phnom Penh in December 2016 and although I do rent a flat I much rather live in a bigger place. I'm a 65 year old semi retiree who likes to keep busy. Please keep in contact, unfortunately at this ... Read More
Customer care in Cambodia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Cambodia and ...
I was thinking of the same: offering my services as an instructor in customer service. After having worked 15 years as a tour guide and 10 years in hospitality I've learned about expectations of customers, of course modifying them to the ... Read More
What do you like the most in Cambodia? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Cambodia? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Cambodia and the reason why you enjoy ...
So glad to hear a positive post. Cambodian people are some of the most genuinely friendly people I've ever come across. There are rotten apples wherever you are Read More
Driving in Cambodia by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Cambodia? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excessÂ… what are the characteristics of the driving ...
Driving in Cambodia is fun. As long as you just go with the flow you'll be right. It's once you hesitate that you get into strife. Read More