@Starclassic2012
Canadian expat in Cambodia
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Canadian
Lives in Phnom Penh
Speaks English, some German
Registration: 08 October 2018
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Yet another visa question by Starclassic2012
Hi We arrived here in November and got the regular e visa as we were seeking employment. We did an extension for three months after the initial 30 day period was up. We now have jobs and letters of employment. Now, however our three month extension ...
Thanks joe. No I am pretty sure we did not get the EB visa. (Don’t have my passport on me at the moment) so to get a work permit I am assuming I need to have an EB visa? I am guessing I would have to leave the country and come back to change ... Read More
Yet another visa question by Starclassic2012
Hi We arrived here in November and got the regular e visa as we were seeking employment. We did an extension for three months after the initial 30 day period was up. We now have jobs and letters of employment. Now, however our three month extension ...
Thanks joe. So just to clarify, even though I have already extended this visa once I can just go to a travel agent and do it again? We do have the official stamped letters from the employer. Read More
Yet another visa question
Hi We arrived here in November and got the regular e visa as we were seeking employment. We did an extension for three months after the initial 30 day period was up. We now have jobs and letters of employment. Now, however our three month extension ... Read More
Opening a bank account by Starclassic2012
Hello Is it possible for someone upon arrival in Cambodia to open a bank account even though they will not have a permanent address yet? Thank you
Hey gbd somehow missed your reply. Thanks though, it’s what I need to know and the amount is below 10 grand so I should be okay? Read More
1month guesthouse or studio apartment Phnom Penh. by Starclassic2012
Just wondering if anyone had recommendations for either a studio apartment that would accept only a one month lease or guesthouse/hotel. Quieter area closer to riverfront/palace ( but not too picky about this) maybe a pool but not necessary. ...
No thank you, we would be looking for our own. Read More
Opening a bank account by Starclassic2012
Hello Is it possible for someone upon arrival in Cambodia to open a bank account even though they will not have a permanent address yet? Thank you
Maybe the fact that I told them I have a fairly large amount to deposit changed the rules. Read More
Opening a bank account by Starclassic2012
Hello Is it possible for someone upon arrival in Cambodia to open a bank account even though they will not have a permanent address yet? Thank you
Thanks guys Will be arriving with a large amount of cash. I won’t get into details but there is really no way around it. Just don’t want to be wandering around with it. Read More
Opening a bank account by Starclassic2012
Hello Is it possible for someone upon arrival in Cambodia to open a bank account even though they will not have a permanent address yet? Thank you
Thank you! Read More
Are there plentiful English teaching jobs in Siem Reap? by Bennu
I'm moving to Cambodia in February. I'd greatly prefer to live in Siem Reap due to it being more laid back and lush and less hectic and crowded than Phnom Penh. I have a TEFL and a CTEYL (Certificate of Teaching English to Young Learners) ...
Thank you for the information. How is the rate of pay? Read More
Are there plentiful English teaching jobs in Siem Reap? by Bennu
I'm moving to Cambodia in February. I'd greatly prefer to live in Siem Reap due to it being more laid back and lush and less hectic and crowded than Phnom Penh. I have a TEFL and a CTEYL (Certificate of Teaching English to Young Learners) ...
I would also really be interested in finding this out. My wife and I will be coming soon and we are kind of torn between siem reap and Phnom Penh. We are Canadian, experienced classroom teachers and also both TEFL certified. Any siem reap experts ... Read More
Question about ESl teaching. by Starclassic2012
Hello My wife and I are both certified and experienced Canadian classroom teachers. We have both taught in the public school system at home for almost 25 years. I am mostly sciences while she is humanities and commercial cooking. We are going to ...
Lol thanks twins guy. Just might take you up on your offer. My wife and I aren't really sure about the whole work thing either! But its nice to know its there if we want it. Thanks again for all your help with this. Read More
Question about ESl teaching. by Starclassic2012
Hello My wife and I are both certified and experienced Canadian classroom teachers. We have both taught in the public school system at home for almost 25 years. I am mostly sciences while she is humanities and commercial cooking. We are going to ...
Thank you so much for your reply. Any other tips you can give us on the whole teaching biz there would be greatly appreciated. Read More
Any suggestions on obtaining a job teaching English? by usexpat70
My husband and I are ready to move to Cambodia when his work contract ends this September. I have started to contact recruitment agencies and replied to a few job posts on here. Do you guys ave any other suggestions for me? Also, my husband is ...
Wow, great list. Thank you so much. Read More
Question about ESl teaching.
Hello My wife and I are both certified and experienced Canadian classroom teachers. We have both taught in the public school system at home for almost 25 years. I am mostly sciences while she is humanities and commercial cooking. We are going to ... Read More
Opening a bank account by Starclassic2012
Hello Is it possible for someone upon arrival in Cambodia to open a bank account even though they will not have a permanent address yet? Thank you
Hi Joe Just received an email back from ABA. They are being quite adamant that it is possible to get an account with only the address of a guesthouse or a hotel. Torn what to do here as you and others here who are experienced say otherwise. Would ... Read More