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Which country should expats choose: Cambodia, Vietnam, or Laos?

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Nov 15, 2024

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Portgas ***********

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which one would you guys recommend Cambodia, Vietnam or Laos to choose?

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The community recommends Vietnam as the preferable choice for expats, highlighting its quick and easy visa process, particularly from cities like Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi. Comparisons include mentions of Cambodia, Laos, and a mention of Taiwan for speedy processing.

Ellice ****

Vietnam HCM 4 days excluding weekend and application day.

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Justin *************

Vietnam was quick & easy

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Myles *******

Hanoi

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Poe ****

Vietnam

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John *********

D) Taiwan. Fastest turnaround time. Flight prices are similar. No appointment necessary.

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Adam *********

I was looking at Taiwan but hotels looked pricey

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Andi ***********

Yeah, Taiwan hotels have upped in price a lot this year. You can find good, priced Air bnbs or stay in hotels outside central area.

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John *********

, I can sympathize with that. Another way of looking at it: it’s for far fewer nights and you only have to go there once.

Additionally, think of all the money you saved by not trying to stay here on Muay Thai, ED, pay to volunteer visas. That would run you 35,000฿/year at a minimum.

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