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I was wondering if anyone here has any experience being employed in a foreign country. I have been giving it a lot of thought lately, and have tried researching it to little avail.

Specifically, I am looking at southeast Asia, Laos in particular. There are a few reasons Laos is at the top of my list. First of all my OL is Laotian, my kids 1/2. She still has family there, though she has never met them (she was born in a refugee camp in Thailand). Speaking of which, Thailand is right next door, which wouldn't be a bad thing.

I know that Laos is pretty backwards, but I see that as a great opportunity. They will have to get up to speed with technology, just like everywhere else. Being on the ground floor shouldn't be a bad thing. But I haven't had any luck finding any real info yet.

Anything that anyone could tell me would be much appreciated.
 
Did you look into KBR??? Research the country on the Internet. I bet you they have a webpage for tourism and what not....Somebody else besides you must want to go there!:D

BTW...why would you want to go there? It seems they are all trying to come here.
 
KRAZYSRT10 said:
Did you look into KBR??? Research the country on the Internet. I bet you they have a webpage for tourism and what not....Somebody else besides you must want to go there!:D

BTW...why would you want to go there? It seems they are all trying to come here.
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The country is pretty much just opening up to tourism and technology. I see that as a great opportunity.

It is a beautiful country, mountains, the Mekong, wild elephants even (though not so many anymore I gather). The people really are great, at least the ones that I have met here through my OL. I know folks that served there many years back, and they loved it there and truly loved the people.

I also think that I would get closer with her entire family, by understanding and seeing where they came from and experiencing some of the same things that they did. And I think she should see where she is from, and have the chance to meet relatives that stayed. I think the whole thing would be a great educational experience for all of us.

Plus, I would probably also be the only guy in the whole country riding a Harley and that would be cool LOL.
 
OCBob said:
I was wondering if anyone here has any experience being employed in a foreign country. I have been giving it a lot of thought lately, and have tried researching it to little avail.

Specifically, I am looking at southeast Asia, Laos in particular. There are a few reasons Laos is at the top of my list. First of all my OL is Laotian, my kids 1/2. She still has family there, though she has never met them (she was born in a refugee camp in Thailand). Speaking of which, Thailand is right next door, which wouldn't be a bad thing.

I know that Laos is pretty backwards, but I see that as a great opportunity. They will have to get up to speed with technology, just like everywhere else. Being on the ground floor shouldn't be a bad thing. But I haven't had any luck finding any real info yet.

Anything that anyone could tell me would be much appreciated.
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I have never been employed or resided in a foreign country but my job requires me to travel to many different countries. My experience with this subject is that many foreign countries all have varying labor laws, requirements and allowances. Additionally, most countries have strict entry and visa requirements that apply to non-citzens or third country nationals. I have never traveled to Laos and I am sure they have their own set of labor laws and visa/entry requirements that must be followed.

To help you get started, I have attached 2 internet links. First link is to the Lao Embassy in Washington, DC. Their Consular section should be able to assist with any visa questions and they may have another section within the mission that can answer labor law questions. The second link is to the US Emabssy, located in Vientiane. Within the US Mission, the American Citizen Services section, Political/Economic section and the Foreign Commercial Service section, each, can answer questions about local labor laws and practices, what is allowed, what isn't, amd they can assist with identifying opportunities for conducting business in the host country, along with, of course the dos and don'ts. Also, the Consular section at the US Embassy can assist with any questions on visa requirements, lengths of stay, etc. For travel warnings and security breifings, you can log on to the State Department's main website (www.state.gov) and select the travel tab, which will direct you to this information.

http://www.laoembassy.com/

http://laos.usembassy.gov/

I am also attaching a link from the State Departments website that contains information for US Citizens living abroad.

http://travel.state.gov/travel/living/living_1243.html

I hope this information helps -- good luck.
 
Come to New Zealand and work on my Ram. :D :D :D What kind of business are you in?

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I have limited knowledge but I know a big factor is double taxation. You need to figure out your tax situation or you could be taxed by that country and the US. Make sure you figure that out BEFORE you start working. I was looking into starting a business based in Costa Rica and double taxation is a problem but it can be done. There are numerous rules and technicalities to consider.

Also, my Step-father worked for Ford and when he was based in other countries Ford had to cover his taxes in those countries because he got double taxed and there was no way around it. Trust me, Ford would have found a way around it if it was possible. Good luck! Sounds like it would be a great adventure and educational experience.
 
i don't know a lot about overseas employment,i worked in korea for 3 years for a US company.I'm now working in the UAE(Abu Dhabi) for a non us company.as far as taxes go,the IRS dosen't tax the first 82,500(may be 85,000 this year)i really enjoy being overseas and not being in the Army.whole different ball game.so far i've seen a red 04/05 rc,a srt charger and more srt jeeps then i ever seen in the states.you can pm me with questions OC and i'll answer if i can
 
Dusty, how long are you out of country to get the first 82,5 tax free. And did you have to do citizen card there.

I did in Singapore and I'm hoping that my first 80 will be tax free!
 
Very interesting.... I'm considering the same (in Panama)...


One of my drivers recently moved to Thailand. His wife is from (born) there, so I don't think "double taxation" is involved. :dontknow: He told be they saved $40k, and can live the rest of their lives there, comfortably. :eek:
 
I've been in contact with both embassies. It's gonna be some work to make it happen, but might be well worth it. Figure that with the average income there around $600 a year, it shouldn't be too hard to climb into the upper class heheehe.

Panama is a nice place Jake, I was there a couple of times, but that was back in the Noriega days with $5 grams heheheheh.
 
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bigike said:
Dusty, how long are you out of country to get the first 82,5 tax free. And did you have to do citizen card there.

I did in Singapore and I'm hoping that my first 80 will be tax free!
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when in Korea i choose not to pay taxes at the start,as long as your out of the country working for 330 days in row then that period is tax free for the 82,500
 
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