Tam Ho, Editor-at-large, Author at Risk in Asia

Risks for an Expat Renting an Apartment in Vietnam

Tam Ho, Editor-at-largeJanuary 18, 2023January 18, 2023

Most foreigners in Vietnam don’t know the rules applicable for transferring money out of Vietnam as an Expat or a Vietnamese citizen.

How can I transfer money out of Vietnam?

Tam Ho, Editor-at-largeOctober 19, 2022October 20, 2022

Most foreigners in Vietnam don’t know the rules applicable for transferring money out of Vietnam as an Expat or a Vietnamese citizen.

How to Buy a Motorbike legally in Vietnam

Tam Ho, Editor-at-largeOctober 17, 2022October 17, 2022

Many expats want to buy a motorbike to enjoy freedom, but most of them do not have the legal ownership documents.

How sensitive news is released by Vietnam?

Tam Ho, Editor-at-largeAugust 31, 2022January 18, 2023

As a foreigner with stake in Vietnam, interpreting the news you receive is key. This framework, based on 30-years observation, will give you the keys to understanding the sensitive information levels.

Jobs in Vietnam Open to Expats

Tam Ho, Editor-at-largeAugust 29, 2022October 19, 2022

Vietnam is seeing a huge inflow of capital and jobs for expat managers is booming,due to China closure, supply chain disruption and Asean assets re-allocation.

Expats who need a TRC Temporary Resident Card in Vietnam will find it difficult

Tam Ho, Editor-at-largeAugust 15, 2022October 17, 2022

Due to abuses in Vietnam, visa renewals have stopped. The only way to stay on is to get à TRC Temporary Resident Card. Who and how to get your TRC to replace your visa in 2022?

What is the best hospital in Vietnam?

Tam Ho, Editor-at-largeAugust 10, 2022October 19, 2022

Turning to Facebook expat groups for hospital recommendations can be deadly for complicated surgeries. We share how medical professionals and insurers refer safely for emergencies.

Working in Vietnam Using a Business Visa is Illegal

Tam Ho, Editor-at-largeAugust 6, 2022October 19, 2022

Some expats work illegally in Vietnam, with a business visa instead of a Work permit or work visa exemption. Here are the risks you/your sponsor incur.