Goldfish06
Austrian expat in Myanmar
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12
Contacts
3
About me
Austrian
Lives in Yangon
Registration: 22 March 2013
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Located back in Vienna by amymengcn
Dear all, Just moved back to Vienna from Beijing, China for a month now. Used to have friends to hang out with all the time, and it is a bit too 'empty' and 'quiet' life for me in Vienna now. Really would like to meet more new friends to hang out ...
Hello Amy, welcome back! I also just relocated one week ago from Yangon, Myanmar back to Vienna. You should check out for the internation events. Alot of expats from all around to world attend these events. Unfortunaetly, we are not allowed to ... Read More
General Living cost in Myanmar by tin nwe tun
It depends on the city you live, if you are living in Yangon, Breakfast at local tea shop (basic), only 1 US dollar, but if you are going to sit at Cafe (standard), you need to have 3 US dollar minimal in your pocket. Lunch .. local food stall on ...
Dear Tin Nwe Tun, nice summarize. Nevertheless, foreigners can't own land or buy any flat. Things will get different once the Condominium Law is enacted, which will allow foreigners to buy condos above the 6 floor. Nowadays a "villa" will cost ... Read More
Business Visa on Arrival by Goldfish06
Hello, does anybody have experience with that? According to this page http://www.mip.gov.mm/visaonarrival/ I'm since February 2013 eligible to apply as Austrian for a Business Visa on Arrival. Regards, Urim B.
Hello Babo, I needed to fill the application form, bring along two pictures and an invitation letter from a Myanmar Company plus a copy of the company registration of that company. I'm not sure anymore if I had to submit also a passport copy as I ... Read More
2nd InterNations event in Yangon, 25 June at Vista Rooftop Bar by Guestposter8965
Welcome to the 2nd InterNations event in Yangon on 25th June, where we will meet at the beautiful Vista Bar, 168, West Shwegondaing Rd. The 2nd event will bring you new excitement. Besides gathering with Yangon expats and some local professionals, ...
Yeah, that's a good idea, see you all there ;) Best, Urim Read More
New Member... by laird8833
....Former "Ex-Pat," who lived in Hong Kong and Macau from 1992-2001 Sold home, moved family, four kids and wife, from Newport Beach, California. To start a Sales and Marketing company which evolved into a successful business. The company ...
Dear Randy, welcome in the group. I moved to Yangon now already 7 weeks ago and it's a very interesting city with alot of things going on :) If you're interested in discussing/sharing some of your ideas feel free to send me a pm. Best, Urim Read More
Contact in Myanmar by Fankv
Hi, My name is Frank and I live in Vietnam. I am trying to get in touch with factories in Myanmar for business, but when I call them, no one can speak English! I am looking for someone who can help me get information from factories there: profiles, ...
Dear Frank, our office manager (a german guy), has been in Myanmar since 1994 and speaks fluent burmese. Besides he is working as country manager with a couple of companies and might provide you with valuable contacts. Feel free to contact me on ... Read More
New and Used tires export to Myanmar from Japan by Watanabe
Hi everyone ! How is it with imports of used and new tires from Japan in Myanmar these days ? My company is looking for reliable importers to supply tires to Myanmar since we've heard that Myanmar these days is one of the largest importers of ...
Dear Watanabe, as stated before in another topic: foreign companies are not allowed to trade (covers Import and sale), however there are ways to circumvent it. (send u also a pm). Best Regards, Urim B. Read More
any car importer here???? by Brettt
hi, anyone doing or know sb can do car import business?? thans a lot brettt
Dear Brettt, a foreign company is not allowed to trade, which covers import and sales. However there are ways to circumvent it (pm sent) Best Regards, Urim B. Read More
Open a bar (around wine) in Yangon by Loup83
Hello everybody, I will plan to open a bar / restaurant in Yangon in the next 6 month. I would like to create a place around wine with a bit of french touch. Does this kind of place can be attractive for expat people and may be some tourims. Does ...
Hello Charlie, your idea sounds great! Since the Expat Community is (recently) growing in Yangon, there could be demand for more appealing restaurants&bars. If you need any help/contacts feel free to contact me. Best Regards, Urim B. Read More
Business Visa on Arrival by Goldfish06
Hello, does anybody have experience with that? According to this page http://www.mip.gov.mm/visaonarrival/ I'm since February 2013 eligible to apply as Austrian for a Business Visa on Arrival. Regards, Urim B.
I just wanted to let you know, that it worked out perfectly today. They prepaired my Business Visa on Arrival in less than two minutes. Living right now in a Hotel and looking urgently for another accomodation. If anyone can recommend something, ... Read More
Business Visa on Arrival
Hello, does anybody have experience with that? According to this page http://www.mip.gov.mm/visaonarrival/ I'm since February 2013 eligible to apply as Austrian for a Business Visa on Arrival. Regards, Urim B. Read More
Serviced apartments for rent in Yangon by Thebestmum
We are moving to Yangon in May. Does anyone know where we can get not so expensive but clean serviced apartments for rent in town. We checked every place and most of them are full or are very expensive. Thanks for your help! Esther
Hello everybody, I'm moving from Jakarta to Yangon in one or two weeks and since everything went so fast with my decision to move to MM I still need to find some pricy accomodation for the next 1-3 Months till I'll settle down there. any ... Read More