An honest video. Nobody asked but if there are any men reading this that want to marry a VN women in Vietnam AND there are to be children involved be aware that you are living under VN law. You will be held to the strictest rules because the motto of VN is 'The Foreigner Always Pays' and that is just the way it is. If you have created a child in VN and / or married a VN woman and THEN things are not working out? I mean you KNOW things are not going to last? You would be best to keep your mouth shut, hire an attorney to handle your request and leave the country. Then use that attorney to end the relationship legally and negotiate a settlement for the child's needs. Sew it up, finalize it with legal recording of settlement and divorce and then and only then you can reenter the country and try again. People can say I am wrong but it's my opinion having lived there and met my share of heartbroken, wallet destroyed foreigners. I do advocate to do the right thing for the child in some capacity but being out of Vietnam to make a deal gives you leverage the opposite of if you stay in Vietnam.
I mean this applies to almost any country, if you are marrying and raising a child in a foreign country, the laws of that country will apply to you naturally as well
I'm an American, living in Vietnam since 1989. Good video. Laws change here like the weather and you never know what they are. Being careful is always a good plan here. My wife and I own a business, Big Daddy's axe throwing club. The laws and regs change all the time. Officials here are all over the field when it comes to laws and regs. My wife is Vietnamese so opening the business wasn't that difficult but much more difficult that back in the states. Listen to Duong.
Always appreciate your many informative vlogs. They are so direct, no fluff, and right to the point. Thanks for all that you do in keeping us up to date with Vietnam issues, etc.
Thank you very much. Moving permanently to Vietnam, Da Nang, on Tuesday. I will keep you and your business in mind. Thank you again. One reason I picked Vietnam was because of all the rules. I've been single for 70 years, why screw up now? 🙂
@@andrewcarlson2178 Vietnam doesn't have one, but if you receive a monthly pension from another country, the cost of living in Vietnam makes it much easier to live comfortably.
Don't be scared - just be informed. Airbnbs are fine, as long as the airbnb owner has the licence they need. When you arrive, they shoud take copies of you passports to register you with the authorities - if they do not do that, they are probably not legit. Just contact them and ask them to confirm they are licensed. They should be able to give you their license number, and in fact most of them include it in their listing. We stayed at a great airbnb in Hanoi, which did everything right and we had an amazing stay.
dont worry. this guy make videos with fake information to sabotage vietnam's gorverment. Using grab can be illegal? Seriously ? Yeah but this in case you bring weapons, drugs. This video is so b.s
No worry, especially in Phu Quoc. Most of AirBnBs got Hospitality license (hostel or hotel). 3 months are another thing, you need the visa. The usual visa run is go to Cambodia and back in a day.
@@DucPhamDuctator I'm in Phu Quoc now (90-day visa), and I'm loving it. Most tourists here are Koreans and Russians. Yes, you're right. Airbnb operates like a hotel here.
Another great, informative video, Mr. Duong. You are SO right about the neon sign! When I lived in California I would sometimes see, in a dark ally or deserted street after 10 pm that infamous neon "Open" sign flashing red. Which meant only one thing... and it wasn't good... .
Nah you should still give Vietnam a shot! It's a great country with super friendly people. These laws and the actual reality are also two different things. :D Btw I would only recommend to come during Tet if you are about to be staying with a local family. Tet is a family holiday and even though the vietnamese are usually super hard working that's the time for them to close their businesses for up to 7 days and visit all their relatives. So from a tourist perspective you'll have limited options during that time.
Having lived in SE Asia over 26 years including Vietnam and have owned businesses in China and Thailand, I have never had any !! isues. I have rented numerous apartments and houses, travelled extensively and come January 4, I will have completed one year stay here in Cam Chau, Hoi An. Vietnam is on of the best, cheapest, friendliest and safest country on this planet .
If you are adventurous , know the language or customs, have some traveling experience and have some money to travel. I'm not much into this at my age but I'm still in good health and my wife won't let me out of the country, LOL. Wish I was 20 years younger.
@@tracyrreed air BnB can regs you as well.who knows if they did or didn't .I'm guessing that you had to send a pic of your passport to them to rent the room? Sorry I've never rented an air BnB.but I'm guessing they also require a pic of passport..who would know if they didn't forward that passport to the local ward cop to notify you are there
@@daclachoang368 i know right? that's like saying...i 've been drink and driving for 10 years and haven't got caught...so i am not worry...what kind of brain dead statement is that. lol
OK .. you got me.. SUBSCRIBED!. I visited Viet-nam years ago and I wanted to start a business. Thank you the info. We'll meet at coffee shop or have a beer on the street.. Thanks Ken.!!
Just stumbled upon your site. I really appreciate your approach, honesty and humanity. I have always noticed that the best mass produced women’s clothing in the U.S. always comes from Vietnam. Will you please do a segment on why that is? I’ve always felt that it has something to do with the French couture influence, but I really don’t know. I do know that if I see the label “made in Vietnam,” I usually end up buying it. I would also be interested in learning more about establishing business relationships in the women’s clothing industry for export to the U.S. Thank you. 🙏
I don’t see why controlling airbnb is corrupt, there has been many cases of criminals that travel abroad to developing countries to hide from their crimes
That the way the state can prosecute anyone at anytime without reservations. Laws/regulations are to protect the regime, not the people and in reality, it’s the way to make money thru bribery. Even you have the lawyer, interpretation belongs to the state but in vn, money talks so don’t worry just bring in $
Don’t do nitro balloons myself, but they’re widely and openly available in Saigon. Never heard of anyone being arrested. Not saying you’re wrong, just that it’s pretty common
Only during Tet and it's part of the tradition between family, friends or small gatherings not the same as well structured gambling venues like Casinos!
Nobody enforced the laws in vn except when police need money, state security concerns and finally, fighting among government factions. Laws in vn can create overnight if it’s needed and also unlimited detention is a common practice
I have two questions. 1- Don't you think opening a business is considered as a gamble ??? 2- Visiting Vietnam as a tourist and staying at a friend's place free of charge as a guest, and informing the police about my location, is that still a criminal offense ? Thanks.
You can stay anywhere you want, the issue ken mentioned was people operating illegal rentals without declaring, you’d be a victim more-so than a criminal
@@naranja1972If so, the police will fire airbnb host, not the guests! I am working in airbnb so I know! The information Ken Duong mentioned here is worthless, maybe he coudn’t think of any other useful content!
Smart move. Mister Duong is providing a public service and does not want the people to get hurt anymore. It is a selfless move because he make money if you come but he know better to send a retiree to VN.
Another gerat video boss. The AirBnB thing is a bit of a grey area tbh. It seems that some people need to register their homes as homestays to rent to foreigners, where others do not... Maybe a case of who you know and not what you know? On another note, i see some new laws being passed this month regarding land buy backs and locals not being able to transfer land that is on city planning for the future. Could be a good subject to dive into as it can be a minefield out there when looking to purchase land in developing cities and your dissection and delivery of all things law is next level!
6:15 actually in Ho Chi Minh there was a street with all these clubs and a lot of people were huffing on the big laughing gas NO2 balloons!! It was all right out in the open in Dec 2022.
Great Video. I think it is interesting that gambling is illegal in VN. I know many VNese in the US, and Casinos and gambling is one activity that they are often do or are addicted to.
My brother married to his Vietnamese wife. She has not been approved to migrate to the USA. Can your firm help or know a firm that can help him? She had been interviewed and asked to provide more information. So now, they are waiting.
Thank you for your honesty. So I can cross out Vietnam as well as Laos, Thailand, and Cambodia. Not to mention Philippines. They all have terrible laws. I'll check out Nepal next.
Fortunately, I have not any such addictions. There are wonderful heart-breaking landscapes to see, I could not spend my time (and life) in gambling, drugs or any illegal activities.
AirBnb = "Comrade, I am just staying with my uncle's wife's brother's aunt's husband's nephew's place." Grab = "Comrade, my sister's cousin's grandfather's wife's nephew is just giving me a ride."
Nitrous balloons are illegal to sell? How do they get away with selling them at so many bars? I was surprised when i saw it as such a widespread practice there that i assumed it was legal. I’d be interested in hearing some insight into this.
Great question. Here’s the thing-just because something is banned doesn’t mean it magically disappears. Vietnam, like many places, has its own underground scene where rules get bent or ignored, especially in the nightlife districts. Some venues know how to play the game, slipping under the radar or ‘greasing the right palms’ to keep things running. But don’t get it twisted-just because they’re distributing doesn’t mean it’s legal. All it takes is one wrong move, one inspection, and those places are shut down faster than they can sell their next laughing balloon. The law is the law, and playing with fire like that comes with risks, no matter how ‘normal’ it seems.
That is great, and we hope it stays that way for you. But just because you have not had a problem does not mean the risks do not exist. Laws requiring Grab vehicles to register as commercial are real, even if enforcement is inconsistent. We are here to make sure travelers know the rules, so they do not end up as the unlucky exception. Ignoring the law just because you have been lucky so far is not exactly a smart plan.
@jeffmcdonald4038, not at all! We are not saying you should avoid Vietnam-far from it. Vietnam is an amazing country with so much to offer, but like anywhere, it has its own set of rules and regulations. The key is being informed so you can enjoy your time here without running into unexpected trouble. We love Vietnam, and that is exactly why we want people to experience it the right way. It is all about knowing what to expect and making the most of the experience
So with the strict drug laws in Vietnam, does that mean that you don't have the same problems with fentanyl and meth as we do in Canada or the US? My old city (Lethbridge, Alberta) had the largest safe injection site in North America. It caused quite a lot of crime. And of course we have large homeless encampments as well.
In North America a big percentage of the fentanyl is make by Chinese people living in Mexico and then sent across the border. The Chinese government is behind it for the purpose of destabilizing America. So I doubt that China has any interest in attacking Vietnam in the same way since both are communist to a great extent even though both allow for a lot of capitalist practices to make money.
Sure, these laws might not be fully enforced all the time, but it’s still good to know they exist. If you live here, why don’t you know that? We’re here to inform, not to scare. It’s unfortunate that some people can’t grasp the importance of basic discussions like this, but that doesn’t make the facts any less real.
but in Duong’s defense it’s true today as the hotel’s are taking a big hit from airbnb affecting the market here especially in D1, so the government is making changes.
@@duongglobalbusinessconsulting he Age of Consent in Vietnam is 18 years old. The age of consent is the minimum age at which an individual is considered legally old enough to consent to participation in sexual activity. Individuals aged 17 or younger in Vietnam are not legally able to consent to sexual activity, and such activity may result in prosecution for statutory rape or the equivalent local law. Vietnam statutory rape law is violated when an individual has consensual sexual intercourse with a person under age 18. Vietnam does not have a close-in-age exemption. Close in age exemptions, commonly known as "Romeo and Juliet laws" in the United States, are put in place to prevent the prosecution of individuals who engage in consensual sexual activity when both participants are significantly close in age to each other, and one or both partners are below the age of consent. Because there is no close-in-age exemption in Vietnam, it is possible for two individuals both under the age of 18 who willingly engage in intercourse to both be prosecuted for statutory rape, although this is rare. Similarly, no protections are reserved for sexual relations in which one participant is a 17 year old and the second is a 18 or 19 year old.
Don't misuse flags in Vietnam! The VN flag must be exact in dimensions and orientation and position. We used an old flag to warn people about an obstruction, and within 30 minutes had a visit by the Cong An.
Understand the Vietnamese culture before you say I DO. Being married here is probably not a good fit for many, no matter how much you love her. Tôi yêu vợ tôi ❤️💛
An honest video. Nobody asked but if there are any men reading this that want to marry a VN women in Vietnam AND there are to be children involved be aware that you are living under VN law. You will be held to the strictest rules because the motto of VN is 'The Foreigner Always Pays' and that is just the way it is. If you have created a child in VN and / or married a VN woman and THEN things are not working out? I mean you KNOW things are not going to last? You would be best to keep your mouth shut, hire an attorney to handle your request and leave the country. Then use that attorney to end the relationship legally and negotiate a settlement for the child's needs. Sew it up, finalize it with legal recording of settlement and divorce and then and only then you can reenter the country and try again. People can say I am wrong but it's my opinion having lived there and met my share of heartbroken, wallet destroyed foreigners. I do advocate to do the right thing for the child in some capacity but being out of Vietnam to make a deal gives you leverage the opposite of if you stay in Vietnam.
This was an honest comment.
Correct.
I mean this applies to almost any country, if you are marrying and raising a child in a foreign country, the laws of that country will apply to you naturally as well
Your right On my Good man in Vietnam your in already in trouble .but in Philippines it's much better
Your 100% run away from Vietnam quickly!
I'm an American, living in Vietnam since 1989. Good video. Laws change here like the weather and you never know what they are. Being careful is always a good plan here. My wife and I own a business, Big Daddy's axe throwing club. The laws and regs change all the time. Officials here are all over the field when it comes to laws and regs. My wife is Vietnamese so opening the business wasn't that difficult but much more difficult that back in the states. Listen to Duong.
Been to vietnam many times and seems like a lot of these laws are not enforced - still good to know....
Thanks!
Thank you very much for your support. We appreciate it!
Kind of unrealistic to expect a tourist to know most of these local laws and quirks. Thanks for the heads up!
I dont know us law but i must abid, that's what any children can easily understand. Arecyou dumb?
he is farting out the wrong hole. trust only 10% what he says.
It's all about grabbing your cash, trust me
"Know the law-of-the-land..!!
Your free legal advice is quite valuable - thank you for the gift!
Always appreciate your many informative vlogs. They are so direct, no fluff, and right to the point. Thanks for all that you do in keeping us up to date with Vietnam issues, etc.
Thank you for sharing the information! It’s eye opening!
Thank you very much. Moving permanently to Vietnam, Da Nang, on Tuesday. I will keep you and your business in mind. Thank you again. One reason I picked Vietnam was because of all the rules. I've been single for 70 years, why screw up now? 🙂
I thought retirement visas were really hard to get now
@@andrewcarlson2178 Vietnam doesn't have one, but if you receive a monthly pension from another country, the cost of living in Vietnam makes it much easier to live comfortably.
Much better lawyers available than this guy.
@andrewcarlson2178 no such thing as a retirement visa in Viet Nam. Never has been.
Great video thank's for the information
Good video and advise..
Great information brother 👍😁😊
Hey I just subscribed to your channel. I'm from Australia 🇦🇺. Great video 👍. I didn't know this about Vietnam 🇻🇳.
Thanks for subbing!
@duongglobalbusinessconsulting your welcome
Thank you for those valuable info.
I'm going to Vietnam next month (Phu Quoc), and now I'm scared to go because I have already booked an Airbnb for 3 months. 😥🤨
Don't be scared - just be informed. Airbnbs are fine, as long as the airbnb owner has the licence they need. When you arrive, they shoud take copies of you passports to register you with the authorities - if they do not do that, they are probably not legit. Just contact them and ask them to confirm they are licensed. They should be able to give you their license number, and in fact most of them include it in their listing. We stayed at a great airbnb in Hanoi, which did everything right and we had an amazing stay.
dont worry. this guy make videos with fake information to sabotage vietnam's gorverment. Using grab can be illegal? Seriously ? Yeah but this in case you bring weapons, drugs. This video is so b.s
Don't worry! You just do your normal things. All he means is that when you are in trouble call and pay him for advice :)
No worry, especially in Phu Quoc. Most of AirBnBs got Hospitality license (hostel or hotel). 3 months are another thing, you need the visa. The usual visa run is go to Cambodia and back in a day.
@@DucPhamDuctator I'm in Phu Quoc now (90-day visa), and I'm loving it. Most tourists here are Koreans and Russians. Yes, you're right. Airbnb operates like a hotel here.
Thanks for genuine information about Vietnam 🇻🇳
Another great, informative video, Mr. Duong. You are SO right about the neon sign! When I lived in California I would sometimes see, in a dark ally or deserted street after 10 pm that infamous neon "Open" sign flashing red. Which meant only one thing... and it wasn't good... .
Love the info you’re providing.
Thank you for your support.
I was planning to visit Saigon this coming Tet. I've changed my mind after watching this, heading to Singapore instead. 😂
smart choice
It's not as bad as it sounds with regard to airBnb n Grab. U will have an amazing time compared to Singapore.
Nah you should still give Vietnam a shot! It's a great country with super friendly people. These laws and the actual reality are also two different things. :D Btw I would only recommend to come during Tet if you are about to be staying with a local family. Tet is a family holiday and even though the vietnamese are usually super hard working that's the time for them to close their businesses for up to 7 days and visit all their relatives. So from a tourist perspective you'll have limited options during that time.
It's not like he said. I am from the US. I rented Airbnb every time I visit VN. This year I will visit both VN and Singapore.
@@wonderfulworld572 and at the fraction of the price of Singapore. Go to Thailand instead.
Thank you, Ken. You always have a nice suit, where did you buy those?
Thank you
A most excellent presentation. Thanks
Having lived in SE Asia over 26 years including Vietnam and have owned businesses in China and Thailand, I have never had any !! isues. I have rented numerous apartments and houses, travelled extensively and come January 4, I will have completed one year stay here in Cam Chau, Hoi An. Vietnam is on of the best, cheapest, friendliest and safest country on this planet .
You are lucky because my late dad got set up and robbed just visiting for a month.
If you are adventurous , know the language or customs, have some traveling experience and have some money to travel. I'm not much into this at my age but I'm still in good health and my wife won't let me out of the country, LOL. Wish I was 20 years younger.
Nicely done with the humorous analogies.
I have spent many nights in Airbnb and booked many grab rides in VN. Never been a problem. I'm not worried.
as long as your rider dont get caught. it fine xD
The party at fault is always the business. Not the customers.
Well you are lucky so far, reconsidering it before it is too late.
@@tracyrreed air BnB can regs you as well.who knows if they did or didn't .I'm guessing that you had to send a pic of your passport to them to rent the room? Sorry I've never rented an air BnB.but I'm guessing they also require a pic of passport..who would know if they didn't forward that passport to the local ward cop to notify you are there
@@daclachoang368 i know right? that's like saying...i 've been drink and driving for 10 years and haven't got caught...so i am not worry...what kind of brain dead statement is that. lol
enjoyed your post bro!
Glad to hear it!
Yo great clip and videography
OK .. you got me.. SUBSCRIBED!. I visited Viet-nam years ago and I wanted to start a business. Thank you the info. We'll meet at coffee shop or have a beer on the street.. Thanks Ken.!!
Thanks for keeping us safe.
No problem for me. My wife is both Vietnamese and Canadian. We have considered of maybe retiring in Vietnam. I enjoyed it when i was there
Just stumbled upon your site. I really appreciate your approach, honesty and humanity. I have always noticed that the best mass produced women’s clothing in the U.S. always comes from Vietnam. Will you please do a segment on why that is? I’ve always felt that it has something to do with the French couture influence, but I really don’t know. I do know that if I see the label “made in Vietnam,” I usually end up buying it.
I would also be interested in learning more about establishing business relationships in the women’s clothing industry for export to the U.S.
Thank you. 🙏
"So the local experience you have looking for could be too authentic" 🤣🤣🤣
These are good to know. Thanks, Ken!
This episode is brilliant😂
Yup. That’s it VN is off the list to visit. Thanks for info. 😅Dubai it is.
Great and informative video. Thanks a lot.
Glad it was helpful!
Why would the tourist get in trouble for what the AirBNB or Grab operator did?
Why? Because they think you are rich so they go after you
Nicel metaphor for Ha Long Bay, yes, no way out 😂
The more corrupt the state, the more numerous the laws.". ― Tacitus.
I don’t see why controlling airbnb is corrupt, there has been many cases of criminals that travel abroad to developing countries to hide from their crimes
@@wealth2815 the corrupt ones who rip the tongues and silence out of critics. Literally….
ok. Let's look at the Germany. They have law about EVERITHING! lol
That the way the state can prosecute anyone at anytime without reservations. Laws/regulations are to protect the regime, not the people and in reality, it’s the way to make money thru bribery. Even you have the lawyer, interpretation belongs to the state but in vn, money talks so don’t worry just bring in $
@@VVLIIK This is about Vietnam, not Germany.
Thank you for sharing.
Nice video
Don’t do nitro balloons myself, but they’re widely and openly available in Saigon. Never heard of anyone being arrested. Not saying you’re wrong, just that it’s pretty common
Yes, Bui Vien Is in Cambodia
its because the police are paid to keep a blind eye so these nightclubs/ karaoke bars can make their money
@@le-phuongnguyen6181bribe money
Người sản xuất và bán sẽ bị phạt còn tôi chưa thấy ai sử dụng bóng nitro bị phạt cả
@@WSmith-tv7qy bien vien is in Ho chin min city?
Good info!
Very informative, thank you. Reminds me of my home world. I'll have to visit.
I've been to Vietnam. These problems are completely hyped and based. Vietnam is great. I had an amazing time and would love live to go back.
I see people all over Vietnam gamble during the new year “Tet” and the police see them and some gamble themself 😂😂😂
Only during Tet and it's part of the tradition between family, friends or small gatherings not the same as well structured gambling venues like Casinos!
Nobody enforced the laws in vn except when police need money, state security concerns and finally, fighting among government factions. Laws in vn can create overnight if it’s needed and also unlimited detention is a common practice
Xin Chao Duong !
Nice channel here,
I have seen you here in Viet Nam.
Thanks for the info, just crossed Viet Nam off my list.
Why? Are you planning to have a relationship with a person under 16 in an unregistered rental apartment?
@@duongglobalbusinessconsulting NO. Thats sick! and anyone who does is Sick.. Besides, Did I mention that? or is that where your mind is??
So, why are you saying that Vietnam is off your list?
I have two questions.
1- Don't you think opening a business is considered as a gamble ???
2- Visiting Vietnam as a tourist and staying at a friend's place free of charge as a guest, and informing the police about my location, is that still a criminal offense ? Thanks.
You can stay anywhere you want, the issue ken mentioned was people operating illegal rentals without declaring, you’d be a victim more-so than a criminal
1- it’s a gamble but not illegal gambling. I believe the law does dictate what it considers as illegal.
@@naranja1972If so, the police will fire airbnb host, not the guests! I am working in airbnb so I know! The information Ken Duong mentioned here is worthless, maybe he coudn’t think of any other useful content!
I see people gambling during tet and they police see them n let them play… Asian are know for gambling not one house dosnt gamble during tet
Businesses are always a gamble regardless of where you are at.
What about freelancers in the red light areas? Both participants over the age of 21. What kind of trouble can a foreigner get in?
Important question!
It’s illegal probably but never enforced. Notice China does that too. Certain laws they care about more than others.
I'm retiring in 4vyrs and was considering VN but thanks to this video I've taken VN off my choices.
Why? Are you planning to spend your retirement in an unregistered Airbnb and have relationship with a 15y???
Smart move. Mister Duong is providing a public service and does not want the people to get hurt anymore. It is a selfless move because he make money if you come but he know better to send a retiree to VN.
@@duongglobalbusinessconsulting That's exactly what I thought when I read her comment! Ha Ha!
I guess no strip clubs and not being able to use drugs isn't her cup of tea maybe? Imo I see nothing wrong with these laws.
Wouldn't these laws make you want to retire in Vietnam even more?
Very informative mate...
Glad you think so!
Do you guys do marriage arrangements or partner search services?
I double subscribed...
😂🦆
Hi Duong,
How have you been? I haven’t heard from you since I visited your office in Westminster years ago.
What is your name?
thanks i had no idea
Awesome info Ken !!
Another gerat video boss. The AirBnB thing is a bit of a grey area tbh. It seems that some people need to register their homes as homestays to rent to foreigners, where others do not... Maybe a case of who you know and not what you know?
On another note, i see some new laws being passed this month regarding land buy backs and locals not being able to transfer land that is on city planning for the future. Could be a good subject to dive into as it can be a minefield out there when looking to purchase land in developing cities and your dissection and delivery of all things law is next level!
It’s selective treatment and you got to bribe them as in the regime poltisboro
Brother you should do a video of the process of how a departee is reintegrated in vietnam. Love your videos
6:15 actually in Ho Chi Minh there was a street with all these clubs and a lot of people were huffing on the big laughing gas NO2 balloons!! It was all right out in the open in Dec 2022.
3:45 I've been to Vietnam over 20 times and I don't think a single Grab car I've taken has had a yellow license plate.
Next time, try to spot it.
Great Video. I think it is interesting that gambling is illegal in VN. I know many VNese in the US, and Casinos and gambling is one activity that they are often do or are addicted to.
A lot of these laws I did know about, but it would be nice if other countries knew them, too.
I'll keep that in mind when I visit
My brother married to his Vietnamese wife. She has not been approved to migrate to the USA. Can your firm help or know a firm that can help him? She had been interviewed and asked to provide more information. So now, they are waiting.
Found this very interesting even though I'll probably never visit there...
Question 🙋 on marriage in Vietnam 🇻🇳is it legal to marry more than one spouse.
Helps me decide not to go to VN. Thx.
Quite incredible I like many of these laws. At least many of them try to protect people. At least they try.
Lighter color jacket looks cool on you brother...💯
Thank you for your honesty. So I can cross out Vietnam as well as Laos, Thailand, and Cambodia. Not to mention Philippines. They all have terrible laws. I'll check out Nepal next.
wow , the airbnb and the grab information was surprising. I never knew that.
Ok, I see no problem with these rules....better then none at all. 😊
Thanks ken for the invaluable information. The law of VN is the law of jungle. The house is always wins. 💯👍🙏💔
Fortunately, I have not any such addictions.
There are wonderful heart-breaking landscapes to see, I could not spend my time (and life) in gambling, drugs or any illegal activities.
AirBnb = "Comrade, I am just staying with my uncle's wife's brother's aunt's husband's nephew's place." Grab = "Comrade, my sister's cousin's grandfather's wife's nephew is just giving me a ride."
No strip clubs? Raids on massage parlors! Yeah not for me. Thanks for striking Vietnam off my travel list. 😂
Nitrous balloons are illegal to sell? How do they get away with selling them at so many bars?
I was surprised when i saw it as such a widespread practice there that i assumed it was legal. I’d be interested in hearing some insight into this.
Despite Laughing Ballon being banned in Vietnam, how come some nightlife in HCM Q1 are still able to distribute them?
Great question. Here’s the thing-just because something is banned doesn’t mean it magically disappears. Vietnam, like many places, has its own underground scene where rules get bent or ignored, especially in the nightlife districts. Some venues know how to play the game, slipping under the radar or ‘greasing the right palms’ to keep things running. But don’t get it twisted-just because they’re distributing doesn’t mean it’s legal. All it takes is one wrong move, one inspection, and those places are shut down faster than they can sell their next laughing balloon. The law is the law, and playing with fire like that comes with risks, no matter how ‘normal’ it seems.
Maybe, although it’s hardly ‘underground’. The balloons seem to be openly available just about everywhere
it’s not that rules get banned it corrupt they are paid to close their eyes…
Just like gambling during tet.. they gamble out in the street in broad daylight even the police see them and not say anything 😂😂😂😂
Singapore has similar laws like Vietnam with regards to Airbnb, Strip clubs, Gambling, Drugs. We are one step up on Vietnam, no chewing gum
There is a Bar in Vung Tau named "The Bearded Clam". Some bar owner got away with this one!
@@jameswilliams365
now that’s to funny
( the license department didn’t understand the slang meaning for sure )
Having said that, I bet you will never find a bar in VT called "Asshole" (there used to be a bar with that name in Ulsan, South Korea)
@@ILoveSGN What does that mean? I don't know.
What does it mean?
Great job well explained thank you 🙏
I’ve taken hundreds of grab rides in taxis and on bikes in Saigon and have never once had a problem..
That is great, and we hope it stays that way for you. But just because you have not had a problem does not mean the risks do not exist. Laws requiring Grab vehicles to register as commercial are real, even if enforcement is inconsistent. We are here to make sure travelers know the rules, so they do not end up as the unlucky exception. Ignoring the law just because you have been lucky so far is not exactly a smart plan.
Scary place
So you're saying we shouldn't go to vietnam
no worries, enjoy your visit to Viet Nam.
NO NO NO, Ken is saying to visit him for advice.
It doesn't matter what country you visit. You should familiarize yourself with local laws that may affect you.
@@VK-tq4ilAye, he has good rates. Special price for foreigners 😂😂😂
@jeffmcdonald4038, not at all! We are not saying you should avoid Vietnam-far from it. Vietnam is an amazing country with so much to offer, but like anywhere, it has its own set of rules and regulations. The key is being informed so you can enjoy your time here without running into unexpected trouble. We love Vietnam, and that is exactly why we want people to experience it the right way. It is all about knowing what to expect and making the most of the experience
So with the strict drug laws in Vietnam, does that mean that you don't have the same problems with fentanyl and meth as we do in Canada or the US? My old city (Lethbridge, Alberta) had the largest safe injection site in North America. It caused quite a lot of crime. And of course we have large homeless encampments as well.
In North America a big percentage of the fentanyl is make by Chinese people living in Mexico and then sent across the border. The Chinese government is behind it for the purpose of destabilizing America. So I doubt that China has any interest in attacking Vietnam in the same way since both are communist to a great extent even though both allow for a lot of capitalist practices to make money.
What law was it the Vietcong referred to take over South Vietnam in 1975?
I've been to Vietnam many times and used to live there. Not buying this fear tactic at all. Not 100% true. Don't trust this guy!
Sure, these laws might not be fully enforced all the time, but it’s still good to know they exist. If you live here, why don’t you know that? We’re here to inform, not to scare. It’s unfortunate that some people can’t grasp the importance of basic discussions like this, but that doesn’t make the facts any less real.
but in Duong’s defense it’s true today as the hotel’s are taking a big hit from airbnb affecting the market here especially in D1, so the government is making changes.
@@duongglobalbusinessconsulting he Age of Consent in Vietnam is 18 years old. The age of consent is the minimum age at which an individual is considered legally old enough to consent to participation in sexual activity. Individuals aged 17 or younger in Vietnam are not legally able to consent to sexual activity, and such activity may result in prosecution for statutory rape or the equivalent local law.
Vietnam statutory rape law is violated when an individual has consensual sexual intercourse with a person under age 18.
Vietnam does not have a close-in-age exemption. Close in age exemptions, commonly known as "Romeo and Juliet laws" in the United States, are put in place to prevent the prosecution of individuals who engage in consensual sexual activity when both participants are significantly close in age to each other, and one or both partners are below the age of consent.
Because there is no close-in-age exemption in Vietnam, it is possible for two individuals both under the age of 18 who willingly engage in intercourse to both be prosecuted for statutory rape, although this is rare. Similarly, no protections are reserved for sexual relations in which one participant is a 17 year old and the second is a 18 or 19 year old.
Don't misuse flags in Vietnam! The VN flag must be exact in dimensions and orientation and position. We used an old flag to warn people about an obstruction, and within 30 minutes had a visit by the Cong An.
NEVER go to nam during tet, even a few days before or after, in my favourite country other than that , well worth a visit
Why?
@ biggest national holiday, 80% of everything is shut down while people visit family
Are there exceptions for 249?
For example, people who are genetically immune to opiate based pain medication, NSAID and NSARs?
I don't think I'd have any trouble visiting Vietnam
Wait, those balloons are illegal in VN? They’re everywhere in the nightlife scene. Unless we are talking about different gas balloons?
Go to Singapore, Malaysia, or Thailand.
😂 Bye bye. Don’t come back 👋
Understand the Vietnamese culture before you say I DO. Being married here is probably not a good fit for many, no matter how much you love her.
Tôi yêu vợ tôi ❤️💛
what does dong ho mean?
I will never visit Vietnam. Scary place, I would be afraid to cross the street.😢
That's interesting. I huffed a balloon on Bui Vien Street a month ago and nobody said a word. Maybe I was lucky?
Thank you ✅
It might be illegal to sell nitrous oxide, but they sell it pretty freely on the beaches lol
About those marijuana laws. Are there exceptions for tourists with prescription