mannyd
Tajik expat in Saudi Arabia
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Registration: 23 April 2014
Speed Camera Voilation by imransaleem89
Good Evening I have driving license since 2014 and till now i have no traffic voilation on my iqama but Saturday 3 April 2017 i was comming back from.madina.to riyadh.Near the qasim city suddenly one camera came and i am sure this camera is on my ...
sometimes you won't get SMS from Traffic department. check MOI site after 1 week or 2 weeks or more, you will get a surprise. Read More
Needs Shoots Locations by Asadesigner
I am a freelance Photographer and its very hard like impossible for me to shoot outdoor doors. If somebody here who can arrange good locations in Riyadh like compounds Etc, where I can shoot my photo shoots without any hassle I will be very ...
what will you shoot that requires you to stay indoors in a compound that you can not shoot inside your house? Read More
Martial Arts in Riyadh by Traveller5
Hi, I am looking for a place to start a class and/or conduct personal Martial Arts training. I am a 4th Degree Black Belt (Sensei) in Okinawan Shorin Ryu Karate and a 6th Degree in the US Marine Corps Martial Art Program (MCMAP). I lived in ...
Taekwondo class available in Salahuddin District. King Abdulaziz Road, above Tamimi Market. Children and Adults are accepted. Different time/schedules for adults, family/children. Read More
Final exit by Al Queen
Hi, i have a flight tomorrow Riyadh to Manila and it is a Final Exit. My passport will expire on January 20, 2014. I am worried because i am not sure if they are strict with the 6 month validity rule of passport and does it apply also for Final ...
no problem. you can leave and exit KSA with your passport. Read More
Help: Moving to my fiance in Sweden ^^ by Jojo007
Hi everyone I'm a 22 years old tunisian student who is engaged to a Swedish woman, we're not married but we're planning to as soon as I get to Sweden first, we knew each other online we became in love, after a couple of months I tried to ...
There might be problems travelling with a passport stamped deported. Maybe a new passport will help but Im not sure if your name is flagged between South Korean immigration system to other countries immigration database. You and your girlfriend can ... Read More
Tennis training for kids by Fadil1977
I have an 8 years son and I looking to get him into tennis to build his skills and get into the game. Do you know any tennis court with an academy training in Riyadh? I prefer in East or North Riyadh area. please advise and thanks in advance
Saudi Tennis Federation in Malaz. King Saud University for Health Sciences Khurais Road. Read More
Math teacher
PSU usually hires from Philippines with Doctorate or M.B.A. degrees. My friend and schoolmate with PhD left PSU for another job in Abu Dhabi. But you can try. Read More
To take or not to take - DVDs to KSA? A dillemma by 2nd_opossum
Dear Friends, In order to make the border crossing less painful we are contemplating not taking any DVDs with us. I have a niche taste and most of them are older American and UK TV series like Startrek, Bewitched (will the customs objects to the ...
You can bring your hard cover books. Don't bring your dvd. You can watch Netflix in KSA. You can watch videos if you have Amazon Prime and Chromecast in Full HD. Read More
How is the Traffic Violation reflected on a Financed Car by santark
Dear All, I am having Car Loan with ANB. Can any one tell about, how if any traffic violation has happened, it will be fined. Since the Owner of the Car is Bank, How the user of the car will get that notification, if at all any violations are ...
If you have the copy of the car registration card, you will find that the car is registered under your name. However On top of your name there is the name of the The car owner which is the bank or any financial institution. The car registration ... Read More
endocrinology
Olaya Medical Center, Sulaymania, near Golds Gym Thalaia look for Dr. Joseph. Read More
Agency in the Philippines to process family visit visa in Riyadh by Mommybee
Hi! I am looking for an agency in the Philippines who can process the visit visa for me and my infant daughter to Riyadh, KSA. I have tried to inquire and asked for the processing fee from some agencies, but they are a total rip off. The visa from ...
East West Placement Agency. EDI Staffbuilders. Visit their websites. Read More
Work visit visas and work
If you have your passport, get your last salary and leave. You can buy your own plane tickets. No need to tell them (employer). Keep your plan to yourself. Four years, why you stayed that long? Think about it. Unfortunately you can not transfer ... Read More
Shengen Visa Help !!!! by Fast-Like-4G
hi everyone, i wanna ask you abt schengen visa for pakistani passport holder, which country is best/easy to apply schengen visa these days, if anyone of you applied recently for schengen so could you please share your experience, required ...
i bought flytoget airport express ticket from Oslo Lufthavn to Oslo S, i used it once last monday. the ticket is valid up to april 10 2017. i'm selling it for 120sar (round trip is 360 kroners). also selling another ticket for child (round trip ... Read More
ED in KSFH-RC riyadh
I heard KFSH have a good working environment. Read More
coming to Bergen this month till january
Halo I'm taking a winter break this month in Bergen. So while my kid will be bonding with her mom, I am planning to play tennis indoors. I don't know if anyone plays tennis indoors during winter. but let's sweat. Read More
Toyota Prado Maintenance / Service by aliahmad9080
Hello, I am based in Riyadh and driving Toyota Prado with mileage of 45k. I bought it new in 2013 and till now I was getting it scheduled service maintenance from Toyota ALJ, but on successive service of every 10K Kms now, i find it more and more ...
Yeah Petromin does a good job. Read More
Garments(especially winter garments) for low price by expatsultan
Hi All, Hope everyone doing well ! I want to buy winter garments for me and family, I have visited some local stores but the price is high as well as their collection is minimal.One of my friend who lives in Jeddah told that a shop called TOP-TEN ...
cotton garments are not suited for winter. Buy 100% fleece/polyester and wool. they're expensive but they're for cold weather/winter. Read More
'Naqal Maloomat' by mccague
My sponsor ks currently out of country who happens to be my husband. We had to leave together to England but my passport had less than 6 months validity so i got mine renewed which arrived yesterday. My husband had to fly out first urgently. Now im ...
I mean to say, within 5 days you will have your info updated in MOI. i based this from my experience of having my new passport updated by my employers HR liaison employee. Read More
'Naqal Maloomat' by mccague
My sponsor ks currently out of country who happens to be my husband. We had to leave together to England but my passport had less than 6 months validity so i got mine renewed which arrived yesterday. My husband had to fly out first urgently. Now im ...
Good morning. In that case where you have a new passport, then you must request the company liaison employee to update your MOI information with the new passport info. 5 days max transaction. Good luck. Read More
'Naqal Maloomat' by mccague
My sponsor ks currently out of country who happens to be my husband. We had to leave together to England but my passport had less than 6 months validity so i got mine renewed which arrived yesterday. My husband had to fly out first urgently. Now im ...
No. Personal experience. I got a new passport. I asked our company HR to update my data in MOI, changing includes changing the old passport info with my new passport. Also when updating my MOI with my new passport info automatically MOI system will ... Read More
'Naqal Maloomat' by mccague
My sponsor ks currently out of country who happens to be my husband. We had to leave together to England but my passport had less than 6 months validity so i got mine renewed which arrived yesterday. My husband had to fly out first urgently. Now im ...
She said she renewed her passport, meaning the same old passport with the same old number. Renewal is different from getting a new passport with new passport number. If this is the case, then Naqal Maloomat should be done. If old passport, again ... Read More
'Naqal Maloomat' by mccague
My sponsor ks currently out of country who happens to be my husband. We had to leave together to England but my passport had less than 6 months validity so i got mine renewed which arrived yesterday. My husband had to fly out first urgently. Now im ...
Again, there is no problem with your records since your passport date and iqama date are in future dates. You can have the passport date updated in MOI when you come back. Read More
'Naqal Maloomat' by mccague
My sponsor ks currently out of country who happens to be my husband. We had to leave together to England but my passport had less than 6 months validity so i got mine renewed which arrived yesterday. My husband had to fly out first urgently. Now im ...
you can leave the country with six months validity. you said, you renewed your passport, there was no change in passport number, only the validity date of passport expiration was changed(renewal). It is the same passport. You can travel, ... Read More
Dependance's iqama renewal when they are out of KSA
no problem. iqama will be renewed even if they are out of KSA, even if exit reentry visa had expired. just don't tell your HR, that your family are out of KSA etc. About expired re-entry/exit visa, again no problem, you can apply for new ... Read More
Applying for US visa, by Faisal.shamas
Dear friends, I would like to get some information in order to apply for US visa, I am working in Technical trainers college in Riyadh, as a coordinated deans office, I have been to 9 different countries, on the other hand, I also rejected ...
B1/B2 VISA are one when applying. Why apply for B1 only? You mentioned you got approval for educational conference. Did you apply for the educational conference by yourself? Or is this a company (your employer) initiative/organized ... Read More
Applying for US visa, by Faisal.shamas
Dear friends, I would like to get some information in order to apply for US visa, I am working in Technical trainers college in Riyadh, as a coordinated deans office, I have been to 9 different countries, on the other hand, I also rejected ...
if you have been rejected two times, probability is that you can not get the visa the third time or fourth time. my personal experience, got a US visa from another country, haven't used it for ten year period. then applied for another visa ... Read More
How can I get my Job Title changed oin my Visa by Peter Perera
Dear Friends, I have got a job offer to Saudi as a Marketing Manager. However my Visa says Laborer. Due to this I still haven't signed the agreements with the Saudi company in accepting this job. I'm still in my native country. How could ...
LOL. some engineers come to saudi and exit Saudi as doctors. LOL. IT guy, with technician visa, working as Marketing Expert. There is no Marketing Manager visa for Asian expats, they will get you in using skilled labor visa. Once you are in ... Read More
Female Telecom Enginner by Ksana
Hi Everybody Are they any female telecom engineers working here in Riyadh ? my husband keep telling me that it is impossible, but I still hope i can find soemthing, do you know of any telecom companies that have separate female departments ...
Yes, there are telecom companies with female departments. But for the position of telecom engineer, it's always for male. Read More
USA Visa Application in Riyadh
you will know the schedule when you apply, on line. Read More
Getting final exit from employer -Im not able to return to KSA by saudiexpat1
Hi, I returned home for the summer vacation. I was due back to work in KSA from September . However, my mother became ill during the summer and I have not been able to return. My employer has informed me that my exit /entry visa is due to ...
By the sound of it your employment/contract is valid. You can come back before your exit-reentry visa expires. However, if you can not come back before the expiration date, your company/employer can apply to extend/or get a new exit-re entry visa ... Read More
I want a female partner to play tennis with me by NouraSa
Hi everyone ,, as you see in the title , i'm saudi female and i want play tennis but i need partner to play with her , so if you are female , live in riyadh and would play with me contact me here :))
bring yourself, your racket and balls, pay at the gate. we have tennis games usually monday nights. you can check other players by joining internations punto com. Read More
police clearance/final exit visa
Exit Visa----> go to Absher website. Police clearance----> personally go to Forensic Department (Basma). Read More
police clearance/final exit visa
get a referral letter from your embassy. bring the letter for stamping in MOFA. Then go to the Forensic Department. Read More
Complaint at Ministry of Labour. by adnanhashmi
Has anyone ever filed a complaint at M/O labour? I would like to know the procedure involved in the kingdom? Please share your part of the story if you have experienced to be Martin Luther king..
Define 'force''. Did your manager physically dragged you out of the clinic to another place? Were you threatened physical or verbally? If yes, leave. If not, It is legal. Your company as a business will have their own hospitals and ... Read More
Unbearable !!!! by Mr.Sobhy
[b][color=#000000][i]Hello all, I can never believe that you do spend this boring life just the way it is. Do you guys just let the days control you? Do you like being under pressure for all the week days and do nothing in the weekend? It's ...
if there's football in egypt, then you will find football in Riyad every day and night. you can play football. you can watch football in cafes. you can do many things with your own community or join other nationalities groups. Read More
Question for Indians and Filipinos !!
Use Google and Youtube. Search top advertising companies in the world. Now search if these companies have affiliates or branch in India. Why companies because they hire people to do their adverts. Then search the location address and website of ... Read More
IMPORTING USED CAR FROM USA by Sapbwdev7
Hello Everyone, I need a suggestion here. I am planning to import by car from USA to Riyadh and would like to know the process. Is there any specification issue when importing a USA car? After reading several blog, I understand that the car has to ...
why import? car prices in saudi are more cheaper than US. Read More
Tennis ? Game or Practice
ok. let's play tennis. available only in mornings on Saturday. send pm. Read More
Tim Hortons by Nono3series
To the Canadians out there, most of you know how much we love our coffee. I know there is a Tim Hortons in Riyadh but really how good is it?? I tried the one in Dubai and I was very disappointed, it tasted nothing like the one in Canada. I also ...
i found the coffee in tim hortons good here in Riyadh (Al hayat mall). but it's just me. taste preferences differ between people. yes there is cream and coffee cream in Saudi. i like black coffee or americano. what kind of coffee do you ... Read More
Filipino Marriage in Saudi Arabia - I am muslim he is Christian by Arjieh
Hi. I am a Filipina and i want to get marrie to my longterm Filipino boyfriend here in Saudi Arabia. we are both working here in Saudi. the problem is I am a Muslim and he is a christian. can you help me about the procedures? how long it will takes?
We have some cases in Marawi (Lanao del Sur), where the woman is Muslim (Maranao) fell in love with a christian guy. The whole tribe rans after the guy. You know what I mean? Sister, it is forbidden in Islam for a muslim woman to marry a christian ... Read More
Gym for Women in Riyadh
https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=506933 Read More
Riders Group - Wish to join a motorbike riders group in Riyadh. by Mpartha
Hi Everyone Wish to join a motorbike riders group in Riyadh. Is there any apart from HOG? Can someone just names/numbers please! I am planning to buy a Yamaha Starbolt
I'm interested to see and check used bikes. Where is the location? GPS coordinates pls. Read More
Riders Group - Wish to join a motorbike riders group in Riyadh. by Mpartha
Hi Everyone Wish to join a motorbike riders group in Riyadh. Is there any apart from HOG? Can someone just names/numbers please! I am planning to buy a Yamaha Starbolt
you want to join HOG and buy Yamaha motorbike. great combo. anyways, just go to Harley Davidson shop in Exit 5 and you will meet HOG drivers. are you sure you will buy Yamaha? Read More
Tennis in Riyadh by Judels
Seeking out tennis play in compounds (I am female) rated USTA 4.0. Doubles or singles
Actually I've played at dq with some friends from inter nations. Read More
Tennis in Riyadh by Judels
Seeking out tennis play in compounds (I am female) rated USTA 4.0. Doubles or singles
I can be your umpire. Read More
SABB Credit Card
your card access was cut off after you missed your payments, it's only the card. BUT your account and your balance is still active. Yes you should pay your dues/balance in full or monthly payment. Go as I have advice you to avoid ... Read More
SABB Credit Card
You can pay your credit card dues monthly in the banks in Qatar. Just go to the bank, put your credit card number and name of SABB, very easy. do it before you realize that you are already caught in the border, includes airport ... Read More
Inviting friend from USA by Bilal467
Hello Everyone! I'm Pakistani living in Saudi Arabia. My female friend from USA wants to come here for 2 weeks. She will try tourist/visit visa. Someone please help me with the visa process.I need information. Do I have to send her an invitation ...
How can she love Saudi Arabia if she haven't been here? And you want a saudi rich guy invite your female friend? Work visa for her? Do you know what you are talking about? Why is it so important for you and her to be in Saudi Arabia at all ... Read More
Swimming instructor For Kids
There is an urgent requirement for a Female swimming instructor for kids in a western school in Riyadh. Full time and part timers may apply. Must know how to teach basic and advance swimming styles. English speakers. Send your CV by message. Read More
Is there really a debtor's prison in the Philippines? by eric1008
I have a close friend who said her sister is going to prison for owing a bank loan of 100000 pesos. Do they still have such a thing for debtors? If she does get sent away, how hard is it to get her out? I really am worried about this.
There ain't no bank in Philippines charging 45000 weekly. SCAM! Doesn't make sense. Read More
Is there really a debtor's prison in the Philippines? by eric1008
I have a close friend who said her sister is going to prison for owing a bank loan of 100000 pesos. Do they still have such a thing for debtors? If she does get sent away, how hard is it to get her out? I really am worried about this.
The OP is dubious. However for the sake of every one, There is no jail time for debtors in the Philippines. A person can not be jailed for unpaid debts, that is in the law books. None. However there are exceptional cases. If the debtee/creditor ... Read More
Problems for expats buying a house and lot by Aussie Engraver
The requirement that your Filipino wife owns the land you buy for your house and lot is well known. I think it's a good idea - unlike here in Australia where huge amounts of real estate are owned by foreign people. BUT - How can the husband ...
not really prohibitive. discuss the options with a lawyer. Read More
Problems for expats buying a house and lot by Aussie Engraver
The requirement that your Filipino wife owns the land you buy for your house and lot is well known. I think it's a good idea - unlike here in Australia where huge amounts of real estate are owned by foreign people. BUT - How can the husband ...
Aussie Engraver, form a corporate partnership instead of having your wife named as owner in all the property titles. There are many cases where the expat-spouse lose properties when there is separation. The corporation will be the owner of the ... Read More
Legal question regarding realestate purchase in Mindanao? Any legal ? by Wimbleton
We purchased a property 6 months ago and the owner did not complete a small part of the contract . we have held back some funds until he accepts a partial payment of money withheld . The lawyer who wrote the contract is hopeless and wont do anything ...
Wimbleton, before any court trial begins, any disputes will be first heard at the barangay level where you and the complainant will attend. The barangay council will try to work out a compromise. If there is no agreement reached between you and ... Read More
Legal question regarding realestate purchase in Mindanao? Any legal ? by Wimbleton
We purchased a property 6 months ago and the owner did not complete a small part of the contract . we have held back some funds until he accepts a partial payment of money withheld . The lawyer who wrote the contract is hopeless and wont do anything ...
Kurush, the OP mentioned or said that they purchased the property, so asking him if he wants the property or not is out of the question. Wimbleton, I read and analyzed your post, it seemed to me that your problem is about cleaning the property, and ... Read More
Help ! in marriage - I am in riyadh, girl is in india by Mak250586
Dear Any one who has knowledge on this matter , please be generous reply. I am a male from India, currently in Riyadh, the girl I wish to marry is a non muslim but we will have nikah. What I have to do for nikah, I don't want to go to India ...
i don't know your culture but marrying someone over the phone to save on expenses is really new to me. geez. i don't think your phone will be your evidence to show to the MOFA of KSA as proof that you are married. No pun intended. One ... Read More
Island Advice by j1nx
Hello all, :cheers: Now I work and live in Makati, Manila. I wanted to know if anyone can advice on a smaller island to live and find work. What can you tell me from your experience, or someone else's from living on smaller islands, for ...
Hey bkk, not really. it doesn't happened every day. maybe you were referring to islands near malaysia. but i want to point you to a website www dot becomingfilipino dot com. the guy lives in Cagayan de oro (near Camiguin), in Mindanao. View his ... Read More
Boredom is taking over! by Luisnyc30
I'm Puerto Rican living in Riyadh. With not much to do I find myself posting on an Expat.com. Anyways I'm kind and simple. I would like to meet new friends to hangout with. I like to travel. My favorite thing to do is eat. 👍 Thanks ...
cuenta conmigo .......i got bored. pero i was able to get over it. Read More
Vacation Ticket Money To be Provided If Not Going Vacation Or Not ???
Hamudi is right. just get a booking so you will get everything you need e.g. ticket and vacation pay. \ you don't have to tell them if you're going out or not. Read More
Finding better option to buy SUV by engrdk
Hi everyone, it's a great blog indeed. Thanks to all for making it happy family. :) [b]Introduction:[/b] Recently I joined a company in Riyadh (big name in power sector) as an engineer. Previously I have also worked with another giant in KSA. ...
Just visit any shops and ask if they have Ramadan promo for cars. Read More
Finding better option to buy SUV by engrdk
Hi everyone, it's a great blog indeed. Thanks to all for making it happy family. :) [b]Introduction:[/b] Recently I joined a company in Riyadh (big name in power sector) as an engineer. Previously I have also worked with another giant in KSA. ...
Last Thursday evening, I was in Honda shop inquiring about the CRV. They have Ramadan promo now. One of the requirement asked from me is iqama copies of wife and children, which I don't have. Most dealers will ask for these when registering in ... Read More
Finding better option to buy SUV by engrdk
Hi everyone, it's a great blog indeed. Thanks to all for making it happy family. :) [b]Introduction:[/b] Recently I joined a company in Riyadh (big name in power sector) as an engineer. Previously I have also worked with another giant in KSA. ...
theek hai i think he meant to say, you take a personal bank loan of 300,000 riyals. Then use part of that money to buy a brand new car (Mercedes Benz or BMW SUV, Landcruiser) or a used-car (sedan honda, nissan, mazda). SUV requirements are - you ... Read More
Online Shipping--Mailbox issue by dat-queen-bee
I would like to make an online purchase however the site states that they don't ship to P.O. Box addresses. I live on a compound that has a P.O. Box address. I heard something about setting up a mailbox in Aramex. Can somebody explain to me how ...
shopandship is not a scam dude. Read More
release letter from sponsor by Joy1124
I was able to get here in Saudi Arabia from a family visa - dependent to my father since 2004. I worked in the company since May 2010 and transferred my sponsorship to them dated Nov. 2013. Now I got an offer from another company and they are ...
I don't think your HR and Govt Relations directors will side with you against the BOSS/employer when you go to the Labor Department to lodge a complain. Be realistic! The only way for you is to negotiate with the employer in a nice manner. ... Read More
release letter from sponsor by Joy1124
I was able to get here in Saudi Arabia from a family visa - dependent to my father since 2004. I worked in the company since May 2010 and transferred my sponsorship to them dated Nov. 2013. Now I got an offer from another company and they are ...
As per labor law, release letter (NOC) is not required, However for some companies (employers), if the employee will transfer to another company that is of same kind of business e.g. from hospital to another hospital, that employer have the right ... Read More
Hash House Harriers! by MollysWart
Hello! I've just been made aware there's a HASH group here in Jeddah and now I'm desperately looking for my people! We've been here for almost a year and we miss hashing terribly! If you can help please get in touch. Please and ...
hashers are just around (riyadh area)....just ask.... any westerners (real westerners) from the compounds or those employed at big industries. Read More
How to get SMS for office Vehicle information
no you won't get sms. first, when your employer bought the car, the registration will be under his (company) name, and his contact mobile number is recorded in MOI. it's not your car, not under your name, not under your id. Only owners, ... Read More
Lease a car when you are less than 3 months old in the kingdom
no. you can not lease a car. you can rent a car instead. Read More
Dental Care in Riyadh by Alliecat
Okay.. been here since summer and it's time for a cleaning and checkup. My hospitalization doesn't cover dental so it's up to[i] me[/i]but it rather scares me here. Where do all of you go .. who do you recommend? ONLY Riyadh, please.
you get it cheap when you ask someone to make the braces offsite. i mean if you go to a hospital or dental clinic it's not cheap. if you ask someone to do it in his house during his off days, then it's cheaper. just go to any hospital and ... Read More
Where are the malls in Riyadh? by Hannah hasher
Hi guys what are the malls in Riyadh ty :/
what are the malls in riyadh? there is a mall for women. there is a mall for mixed groups. there is a small mall, big mall there is a mall only for clothing. there is a mall for food and groceries. different malls every where. you will see ... Read More
free music lessons... by mingocarlo
hello everyone...is there anyone here willing to teach free lesson on music instruments like piano and guitar?thank you....
Im paying to access this site. Free lessons in youtube maybe. Read More
affordable cross fit around
there is gym for that...othman bin affan road exit 7. go to the service road going to exit 7 (south bound) you will see the gym signage. Read More
Tennis in Riyadh by Judels
Seeking out tennis play in compounds (I am female) rated USTA 4.0. Doubles or singles
I suggest that women learning tennis should book a tennis court from a private (western) compund. Men can play at public courts like hotel courts. Drop me a mesage for info. Read More
Tennis in Riyadh by Judels
Seeking out tennis play in compounds (I am female) rated USTA 4.0. Doubles or singles
I do. Play and teach. Read More
Breaking contract with employer-what shall i do if they ask for money? by NelsonManaoEscalona
Hi my name is Nelson I am working with a private company/ Hotel in Al Ahsa KSA , i had signed a contract with a company for 2 years with yearly vacation , after completing 4 months due to some family problems i want to go back to my home country. ...
Although the MoL already announced that NOC is not required, some employers requires letter of NOC if the applicant will work in the same industry i.e from Sambank to AnBank or Mobilinky to Bravossimo. For others NOC is not required when: 1) ... Read More
Breaking contract with employer-what shall i do if they ask for money? by NelsonManaoEscalona
Hi my name is Nelson I am working with a private company/ Hotel in Al Ahsa KSA , i had signed a contract with a company for 2 years with yearly vacation , after completing 4 months due to some family problems i want to go back to my home country. ...
don't resign if there are no available work for you in your home country. request for vacation, usually employers will grant emergency leave when it's about family. Saudi Labor law Article 40 - 2-The workman shall bear the costs of his ... Read More
Is it possible to work here in Riyadh as an Expatriate Dependent?
try mcdonalds, or any western type fast food chains. Read More
Bored up- Where to find good parties? Got nothing to do here!!! by Azooz Al Sheikh
I have been in riyadh since 6 months and i have a good job here ,but the thing is there is nothing to do after office here ! its like go to Gym and get back ,no good weekends also i have never heard of Co-parties here nothin,i dont how to make up ...
i used to worked in riyadh..yes we went to the beach. driving 600 km to Halfmoon beach in Alkhobar. but there is no sunset but sunrise. visit the corniche for a good sun rise view. Read More
What Will You Most Enjoy Back Home? by Full Monty
I can't wait to see my family, after ten months away from them. And walk bare-foot on grass and try some 'home' foods you can't get here. Also a walk in a park will be nice, how about you>
swimming in the river. sea side bbq. eat raw fresh jellyfish soaked in vinegar mixed with hot chili. sleeping in a hammock. biking around town. Read More
ABAYA- At what age do girls have to start to wear abaya? by trailblazingdoc
At what age do girls have to start to wear abaya?
the beauty of the religion is that we were taught to look down or cover our eyes when there is uncovered woman. also women were taught to cover their body, by using abaya. it is for protection. in america or other countries, parents thinks its ok ... Read More
ABAYA- At what age do girls have to start to wear abaya? by trailblazingdoc
At what age do girls have to start to wear abaya?
the reason why abaya is a must for women, girls is to avoid unpleasant gaze from men. for her protection. as mentioned above....there are pervs around not only here but other countries as well. follow the rules in this country. just like you ... Read More
Please Help!! Advice meeting up with girlfriend in Riyadh.. by twonny
Hey Everyone, This has probably been asked many times, but circumstances change all the time and I have heard that the Muttawa have been checking marriage certificates more and more lately. Question is, I have a girlfriend that I love dearly, ...
you been seeing your girlfriend in a compound in private. people here are fighting to have their lives private. ;-) gee what private activities do you want out in public? i don't think Khoram is suggesting you leave your GF. but i'll let ... Read More
Sending a Package Back to the States by Full Monty
Hi all, I'm asking for a friend who needs to send a box of stuff back to America. It's quite valuable (several thousand dollars worth of scuba equipment) and fairly heavy (maybe 60/70 lbs). There's no time limit, so no need to check ...
why can't your friend send through the post office? www.sp.com.sa Read More
How to convert European Intl Driving license to Saudi one by javaclinic
Hi, I have a Swedish driving license plus an International also (same from Sweden) . How to convert it to KSA ones ? Do i need to go to Traffic police station or just police station ? Is there near King Faisal Specialist Hospital ? I could not ...
You don't have to convert your driving license. You apply for a KSA driving license in Dallah Driving/Traffic Office. The address is along the Takhassusi Road, going north. Get a taxi infront of King Faisal Hospital Main Gate (Takhasusi Road), ... Read More
being married, he converted and married another converted expat. by legalw
if my husband converted in saudi and got married to another newly converted expats..is it considered legal as he is still legally married to me in our country? i can sue him in court both in saudi and in our country?
James, you are right that we assist by providing constructive opinions/suggestions but also advices if she pushes to the direction of using the law to settle something for her and her family (children). To the OP, seek advice from a lawyer. The ... Read More
being married, he converted and married another converted expat. by legalw
if my husband converted in saudi and got married to another newly converted expats..is it considered legal as he is still legally married to me in our country? i can sue him in court both in saudi and in our country?
Bigamy is an offense punishable by the PH Penal Code (criminal law), only applies if the crime happened in the Philippines. Bigamy did not happen in the Philippines. Crimes committed by Philippine citizens in other countries will not prosper or not ... Read More
Final exit from KSA and have entry visa in uae by shrek0526
Hi, Just want to ask coz im going to exit(final) from KSA and i've got a entry (employment) visa in UAE courtesy of my new employer in UAE.......I'm a Filipino Engineer, is it ok to do this?...i think they call this cross country.... ...
Your visa will let stay for 90 days. However if you did not sign the contract with your company, within that 90 days you should leave KSA. I think, company will not give you plane tickets back to your country. You will pay/buy your ticket. Also ... Read More
can i accept this offer ? by wael.hamed
Gents , i am a plant manager with 8 years for experience in MNC's FMCG sector , i got an offer from a multinational company with 35 K per mount nothing more , and my intention is to move with my family which consists of my wife and my son ( 11 ...
if it's 35k Saudi riyal, then go for it. Cost of living is not high. But your own standard of living is your gauge. I know many here in KSA, they spend too much on high end things e.g. bmw, Charger, Land Cruiser, new apartment, latest gadgets, ... Read More
Info required by jomcp
My husband applied for my son n mine permanent visa, we were told it had to go to Riyadh as my son is only his step son, paperwork was all ok. Can anyone tell me how long for yellow slip, we have been waiting 2 weeks now.
kind of complicated. does your son have the same last name as your husband? if not it will be longer to process and a longer discussion with the ministry to make them approve. normally, it will take max of three days to get approval of family visa ... Read More
for actual subscribers only, please share your 4G speed (any network) by Denice416
Good day y'all, i am on the last month of my data plan from mobily, and now looking for a better fix on my online addiction. kindly post your network, area and 4G speed. (screenshots of speedtest would really help verify though) this will ...
really??! nice idea. why don't you send request to each Call centers of STC, Mobily, Zain, Virgin etc and ask for the last four months customer complaints? Then another request for customer complaints lodged at the business offices? Then ... Read More
Saudi Employer Offer letter by kaleemimran
Dear Friends, I have received offer letter from Riyadh based employer duly attested by MEA and chamber of commerce today morning and i am being asked to sign off and send it to the agent in Bombay,I was proactive in reviewing the offer letter and ...
NO. They won't and they can not do anything to you. Read More
Cost of Swimming in Sheraton Dammam + Massage for ladies ? by karen carpenter
Does anyone know how much it costs for swimming in Sheraton dammam and also for a massage for ladies
please type in google search....hotel swimming pool riyadh. Google is your friend. Read More
one month waiting for Management approval!!!! by sudad
Hi Everyone Before one month O got an email with a tentative job offer from sabic which need a Management approval as the HR said. befote two weeks I wrote an Email to the HR asking, he told me is still under management approval. With today is ...
There is no official offer, the first offer they sent to you that you accepted is the offer, final offer. They will not change it unless you ask/told them different. Approval will pass through different managers from different departments. eg. from ... Read More
Cost of Swimming in Sheraton Dammam + Massage for ladies ? by karen carpenter
Does anyone know how much it costs for swimming in Sheraton dammam and also for a massage for ladies
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one month waiting for Management approval!!!! by sudad
Hi Everyone Before one month O got an email with a tentative job offer from sabic which need a Management approval as the HR said. befote two weeks I wrote an Email to the HR asking, he told me is still under management approval. With today is ...
that's the normal way down here. you just have to wait, and send email to them as reminder. go for holiday. Read More