ulric
Australian looking for information about Cambodia
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Lives in melbourne
Registration: 25 October 2011
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Motorbike with Vietnam plates by hdgh29
Does anyone have experience of using a motorbike with Vietnam registered plates in Cambodia?
> technically illegal, even though it’s not enforced. In the last couple of weeks, there's been a major crackdown by police (at the order of Hun Sen), to enforce traffic regulations (no licence; no helmet; drunk driving; etc.) and you ... Read More
Is Phnom Penh likely to go on lockdown? by Andykinsgb
I was enjoying a few days in Sihanoukville until this morning. Then was informed the town has gone in to lock down and I had to come back to Phnom Penh pronto. The Olympia Mall was chained up this evening, thankfully the Lucky supermarket was open. ...
> Times are different now but no reason to panic. Wise words and a clear head. Sadly, across the world, panic has set in and this is causing a lot of grief on so many levels for so many people and industries. Read More
Just for fun: History of Cambodia by Diksha
Hello everyone, Whether youÂ’re a history buff or not, hereÂ’s a chance to learn about the history of Cambodia. Below are a few trivia questions to test whether you have the correct facts. 1. Name 3 iconic monuments/structures in Cambodia 2. ...
Hi Diksha, 1. Name 3 iconic monuments/structures in Cambodia - Angkor Wat - Ta Phrom - Royal Palace (Phnom Penh; although it's probably not that iconic) 2. What is the name of the national anthem? When and by whom was it created? - no idea 3. ... Read More
Australian lost phone by circleking
Hi everyone this is a shot in the dark but I was staying in Phnom Penh a few weeks ago and lost my phone at a hostel (mad monkey to be exact). I've been in contact with the hostel and they have confirmed that they have tried to send it back with ...
Just in case you've had no success at this stage, you may want to increase the audience numbers by posting this in something like Lonely Planet (in case you haven't already done so). Good luck in getting the phone returned. Ulric. Read More
Just for fun: How well do you know Cambodia? by Diksha
Hello everyone, We would like to invite you to take part in a knowledge test based on Cambodia. Find a few questions below: 1. What is the capital city or administrative capital of Cambodia? 2. What currency is used in Cambodia? 3. List the ...
1. What is the capital city or administrative capital of Cambodia? - Phnom Penh 2. What currency is used in Cambodia? - Riel & US$ 3. List the national symbols of Cambodia. Angkor Wat (don't know of others) 4. What are the official ... Read More
Help Brother in Jail in Cambodia by Chericline
Hello my brother was arrested on Monday on false allegations. Anyone who knows him knows that he did not do what they are alleging. We are looking for anyone who knows information about the jails there and possibly would be willing to visit him so ...
Although the "rights" posters are from the United Nations, you'll find that $$$ is required to see a person in jail and if money is not paid, things may be made more difficult. My (Khmer) wife told me, when I suggested it would be ... Read More
Customs import agent by david cooke
Hi all, does anybody have experience with customs import into Cambodia, I will be looking for an agent to clear duty tax etc, a company to deal with the paperwork and correct procedures, thanks, Regards Dave
Hi Dave, I'm going off memory here with my response... I seem to recall that Joe Khmer wrote a response to importing household goods into Cambodia and it was not financially viable. 1) I think there's a 43% tax (levy) imposed on the ... Read More
Taxes in Cambodia by Simichou71
Hi everybody, I am planning to move to Cambodia this year and need information about the taxes. I have a bank account in my country and I will withdraw money with my card when I will be in Cambodia. The wealth is what I earned in my country the ...
Whilst there are no taxes to pay, many Western banks are now charging for withdrawals from your account. On my last visit to Cambodia this year, I was restricted to US$500 per transaction and with *every* withdrawal, I was charged AU$30 by my bank. ... Read More
Free and low-cost leisure activities in Cambodia by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding leisure activities that are free or low-cost in Cambodia. This information will give future expats (or even current expats) an idea regarding some of leisure activities that they might not ...
Hi, I just had a look at the website for Seametrey Leisure Centre. https://seametreyleisurecentre.org/803-2/ The things that make me think it could be for people other than only Cambodians was the listing of an entry price (non-Khmer US$5) ... Read More
Vaccines for Cambodia by Chappo
Hay all going over for 1 year could be longer for work will be outdoors/farms most of the time been told by my local GP here in Australia I should get them done Hepatitis shots malaria Japanese encephalitis What's your thoughts on this as time ...
> Hepatitis shots These need more than a few weeks to be effective. The first shot is given day 0. The next one is day 30. The last one is day 60 (from memory). So if you are flying out on 29/12/2017, you won't have time to get the shots ... Read More
Health care in Cambodia by geoffreynielsen
Health care in Cambodia? As I will be re-locating to Cambodia in the next few months my concerns are with the health system. What health insurance do most expats have? and what are the most recommended hospitals in P P? all information on this ...
I've used a couple of dentists in SR and have been very happy with the results. Doctors however... my father-in-law was in the SR hospital and it's one of the most miserable places you could hope ever be admitted. He didn't fare too ... Read More
Business Visa in Cambodia by keeshianicole
Hi, We are in Cambodia now as a Tourist, we are now here for 1 week and it will expire on August 31. We want to convert our Tourist Visa into Business Visa. Do you know any agent guys that can help us through the process? Also I heard that there are ...
Joe is correct. The "Tourist Visa" is non-changeable. You have to exit the country & reapply for the different ("Business") visa. Financially, there's not much point in staying for 30-days if you want to come back ... Read More
Your best business development ideas in Cambodia by Priscilla
Hi everyone, As a foreign entrepreneur, launching a business in Cambodia is a fantastic project and an exciting challenge. Some ideas are likely to succeed. Some others are promising but may not work as well as intended. In your opinion, what ...
Hi Investors, I would suggest investing in hospital treatment business. Given that there is low quality of hospital treatment in Cambodia. People seek treatment in Thailand, Vietnam, or Singapore.The problem with that is you need to get qualified ... Read More
"Single Certificate"
Hi all, My fiancé has been asked by the Australian embassy to provide a "single certificate" in relation to a visa application. She has a passport and birth certificate already. She was born in a remote rural village and there are no government ... Read More