Your opinion/inputs for some of these thoughts before I move to Laos

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ce_jenny Member

Member since 13 July 2017

ce_jennyMember13 July 2017 06:35:41

Hello, i'm jenny, Indonesian and i'm planning to accept an offer to work in Phu Bia Mining Company in Phu Kam.
I'd like to have your opinion or inputs for some of these thoughts before I move to Laos
1. Have you ever heard about Phu Bia Mining? is it a reputable company in Laos?
2. Got offered for around USD 1,875 gross per month for cost control engineer position, all the accommodation & facilities (such as homestay, meals, transportation,flights,etc) shall be provided by company, they also provide medical benefit and bonus around USD 3500 yearly. Does the offer quite meet the average compensation for expat in Laos?
3. Is it safe to work in Laos? Are most of locals able to speak English?

Thank you and I await your reply

stumpy Laos Expert

Member since 27 November 2009

stumpyLaos Expert16 July 2017 22:23:29

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Phu Bia mining are a reputable company to work for.
Working in Laos is safe.
Some locals speak English but it would be in your interest to learn Lao. As far as I know Phu Bia do offer language courses.

Travellr New member

Member since 18 May 2017

TravellrNew member08 August 2017 00:57:22

Laos is safe, and quiet. Salary looks good. Yes, little English, close to zero outside the big city. Have fun.

Cereal Active member

Member since 18 May 2017

CerealActive member08 August 2017 01:32:31

That's a good company to work for. They've been here a long time. That's a good salary too. You should be able to live very comfortably on that especially considering you're daily living expenses will be very low.