Basic needs for a family - seeking advice

Deepbluesea wrote:

Hi all,

Lots of questions... Please help! I'll be moving to Oman with my husband and baby soon.

1) What's the best place to shop for groceries in Muscat - value for money, decent shopping experience ? Are there places that deliver groceries home?

I prefer Carrefour and Al Fair ...Lulu is too much crowded

2) is household help easily available? What would be the cost of a part time maid - someone who cooks, cleans and does basic household chores? 3-4 hours everyday... How much more is it for someone who works for 6-7 hours a day?

You can get part time maid through referrals, but as per the law not allowed.

3) Can anyone list a few options (other than The Wave / Muscat Hills) on apartments / gated communities that have a gym and pool?

check Dolphin Village in Bowsher

4) any moms groups?

Muscat Mums

5) Do Indians on a resident visa need a visa to enter UAE? How much does it cost?
Depends on the profession indicated on your resident card, certain professions are allowed to get visa on arrival, if I am not mistaken it is RO 20/- but pre-arranged visa would cost from RO 50/- and up

Thanks

hexebella wrote:

5) Do Indians on a resident visa need a visa to enter UAE? How much does it cost?
Depends on the profession indicated on your resident card, certain professions are allowed to get visa on arrival, if I am not mistaken it is RO 20/- but pre-arranged visa would cost from RO 50/- and up

Thanks

Hi hexebella
Do expat doctors traveling from Oman get Visa on arrival in Dubai?
Thanks.