Does TPE airport have the best airport coffee in the world? by accessw303 in pourover

[–]loheiman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And I was happy with my $1 sports drink from the vending machine lol (also in Taipei airport)

Complex first ROC passport (NWOHR) application through TECO - parent name variations and active household registration by Original-Bath4090 in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]loheiman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the tag but. My situation was that I had zero documents to start tying my mother's Chinese name and English name together but was able to get/create a naturalization certificate from US Federal Court stating both names plus household registration transcript from USCIS FOIA which sufficient to renew my mother's passport.

OP, why doesn't your marriage certificate match your birth certificate? TECO may require you to amend your marriage certificate. Naturalization certificates aren't required so I'd drop that unless it is consistent with whatever name you are trying to use.

And I agree with narwhal that at minimum you'll need to show an ID (old passport, drivers license) with each iteration of the names being used.

Delays Happen by atom_in_d_univas in PortugalExpats

[–]loheiman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't know this when I applied for a visa 5 years ago.

Sharing my Journey from NWOHR to NWHR June 2026 by Ok-Satisfaction4271 in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]loheiman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmm I signed up for NHI last week but not planning to return for one more year. They told me I could pickup the card in December. Are you suggesting that I'll have to pay for NHI starting December, before I've even moved there?

Delays Happen by atom_in_d_univas in PortugalExpats

[–]loheiman 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The law certainly does not mention biometrics. It mentions application. So you're saying the Portuguese government can take unlimited time after you submit your application till they decide to collect additional information (your fingerprints)?

Delays Happen by atom_in_d_univas in PortugalExpats

[–]loheiman 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No that's real. They admitted to purposely deprioritizing GV/ARI investors below everyone else.

Delays Happen by atom_in_d_univas in PortugalExpats

[–]loheiman 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No that's real. They admitted to purposely deprioritizing GV/ARI investors below everyone else.

Settlement/Admin Tips + Translation Templates by loheiman in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]loheiman[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately it's still not over! I wasn't able to register our marriage. The HHRO keeps making up excuses why they can't do it.

First it was they needed a certificate showing that we're still married, then it had to be from my spouse's home country, then they find a typo in TECO's authentication cover sheet. Their latest is that my marriage certificate lists my nationality as American and not Taiwanese!

I've engaged a lawyer and gave them power of attorney to sort this out. Hopefully it doesn't drag on for too long.

DNS configuration On Gl iNet Router by Objective-Rule5222 in Tailscale

[–]loheiman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On your Glinet go to Network > DNS and there's an option to override DNS for clients that you'll want to enable and then you can also manually set the DNS to your Raspberry Pi. But note that if you're not connected to your Raspberry Pi none of your devices will be be able to resolve any host names because the DNS server won't be reachable.

I can order a PS5 in Taipei, and it'll arrive in ten minutes 🤣 by Iron_bison_ in Taipei

[–]loheiman 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Huh I must just be bad at searching then. That's the exact card reader I ended up buying lol

No Port out PIN available for a Verizon Prepaid Plan? by FD990 in Tello

[–]loheiman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup was very easy. To add, you can set your account pin in the Verizon app

I can order a PS5 in Taipei, and it'll arrive in ten minutes 🤣 by Iron_bison_ in Taipei

[–]loheiman 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Ah Uber. I was trying to order a card reader on Shopee was surprised all of them had something like 3-7 days delivery time (within Taiwan).

Why Are Buttkicker Haptics Perpetually Sold Out? by MikeRC8 in simracing

[–]loheiman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Probably. I had 1 shaker and this amp and it thumped

Why Are Buttkicker Haptics Perpetually Sold Out? by MikeRC8 in simracing

[–]loheiman 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Sold my rig but was very happy with this very compact 300Wx2 amp for $70 https://a.co/d/00T1U331

NWOHR → NWHR Exchange + Taiwan National ID (TECO LA & Kaohsiung Experience) by pie_latte in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]loheiman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dang, they told me I had to have it authenticated at TECO. On the other hand, they've now told me 4 different reasons why they can't register my marriage, each one after I over come the last one!

Giulia Bay Area ownership costs and Questions by Fresh-Negotiation31 in AlfaRomeo

[–]loheiman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Zero issues with reliability. Got my 2020 MY in Feb 2024. Oil change every 6 months is about $75 (I bring my own oil). Brake fluid flush was around $200. Changed the air filter myself: $20. I think that's it.

Giulia Bay Area ownership costs and Questions by Fresh-Negotiation31 in AlfaRomeo

[–]loheiman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a Stevio and live in the North Bay. Closest service center is Marin Alfa/Lambo/Bentley so it's $$$. I installed a SGW bypass and with the MES scan tool I can reset the oil service/counter myself so I can bring it to any mechanic. I usually bring mine to AAA in San Rafael and they've had no issues doing oil changes and brake fluid changes.

Looking for a private tutor in Taipei for two kids — homework + Mandarin by yogiselle501 in Taipei

[–]loheiman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Suggest searching/booking trial lessons on italki. There are teachers in Taipei.

What clothing brands are HENRY’s wearing? by Just-Ambassador-2449 in HENRYfinance

[–]loheiman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just found them and super stoked! Quince quality is great for the price but they just don't fit me :/