picklejuice
Irish expat in the United Arab Emirates
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Irish
Lives in Dubai
Registration: 10 July 2014
I don't know where to live by picklejuice
Hi all, I just got a job in Dubai, I've been here just over a month and I'm staying in a hotel apartment around Deira City Center. My salary is 12k and I work out in al Muhaisnah (very close to Sharjah), It's about a 15 minute drive ...
yeah I've been trying to stick to 48,000aed max but I haven't had any luck Read More
I don't know where to live by picklejuice
Hi all, I just got a job in Dubai, I've been here just over a month and I'm staying in a hotel apartment around Deira City Center. My salary is 12k and I work out in al Muhaisnah (very close to Sharjah), It's about a 15 minute drive ...
Is it normal to spend half your salary on rent here?? Read More
I don't know where to live by picklejuice
Hi all, I just got a job in Dubai, I've been here just over a month and I'm staying in a hotel apartment around Deira City Center. My salary is 12k and I work out in al Muhaisnah (very close to Sharjah), It's about a 15 minute drive ...
Hmmm.. I might be better off staying where I am until I get a car in that case? Read More
I don't know where to live by picklejuice
Hi all, I just got a job in Dubai, I've been here just over a month and I'm staying in a hotel apartment around Deira City Center. My salary is 12k and I work out in al Muhaisnah (very close to Sharjah), It's about a 15 minute drive ...
Thanks for the reply! Yes, I heard that about Deira! I like it, it's very convenient but the good apartments I found are also around 60K so I'd rather spend that closer to Downtown. I heard traffic from Business Bay is really bad? ... Read More
I don't know where to live
Hi all, I just got a job in Dubai, I've been here just over a month and I'm staying in a hotel apartment around Deira City Center. My salary is 12k and I work out in al Muhaisnah (very close to Sharjah), It's about a 15 minute drive ... Read More
PNU 2015
Advice**** Nope no not today! I will not allow you. If you come here to rant there are numerous other posts to do so. We are very aware of what the job entails, yala Khaas move on. Oh and no boys 😝 Read More
Anyone who works for direct english riyadh
Emerald2000, that comment has made you my favourite person on the Internet 😜 I'll pm you x Read More
PNU 2015
Hi ladies, Anybody here working in PNU this coming term? There's a lot of negative talk but that's not what this is for. If you want to know about the Uni and hear advise from previous years see other threads here and on Daves ESL cafe. ... Read More
Is this a good salary for an ESL Teacher? by picklejuice
Hi everyone, I'm very sorry to be posting this if the topic has been covered. I'm a native English speaker with a Bachelors degree, CELTA qualification. I'm wondering - how does this job look? 11,500SR per month. 36 Hour week (2 ...
I'm currently under my fathers sponsorship. They want to get me a work permit which requires no iqama transfer. The only benefit is medical aid and the school driver - which I have not seen yet Read More
Is this a good salary for an ESL Teacher? by picklejuice
Hi everyone, I'm very sorry to be posting this if the topic has been covered. I'm a native English speaker with a Bachelors degree, CELTA qualification. I'm wondering - how does this job look? 11,500SR per month. 36 Hour week (2 ...
My mistake. They said the 11,500SR is inclusive of housing and travel (although I will have to provide my own travel until they get the new driver). It includes medical aid. Definite no, then? Read More
Is this a good salary for an ESL Teacher?
Hi everyone, I'm very sorry to be posting this if the topic has been covered. I'm a native English speaker with a Bachelors degree, CELTA qualification. I'm wondering - how does this job look? 11,500SR per month. 36 Hour week (2 ... Read More
Transfer Iqama from Father to Employer by picklejuice
I've been going through the forum posts for aaages looking for an answer that made sense. I still can't get my head around all this visa stuff. So I just got a job offer as an ESL teacher, all depending on whether they can transfer my iqama ...
Okay wow, well I'll get him to do it asap. Thank- I mean... ehm eh... THANKS :p *runs away* Read More
Transfer Iqama from Father to Employer by picklejuice
I've been going through the forum posts for aaages looking for an answer that made sense. I still can't get my head around all this visa stuff. So I just got a job offer as an ESL teacher, all depending on whether they can transfer my iqama ...
Oh and thanks for the reply! :) Read More
Transfer Iqama from Father to Employer by picklejuice
I've been going through the forum posts for aaages looking for an answer that made sense. I still can't get my head around all this visa stuff. So I just got a job offer as an ESL teacher, all depending on whether they can transfer my iqama ...
I was talking to the lady who hired me, working as a middle man between HR. So I'm not entirely sure that she understands the process... I asked her if my dad should go to the jawazat and she said not yet! Are you saying my Father should go ... Read More
Transfer Iqama from Father to Employer by picklejuice
I've been going through the forum posts for aaages looking for an answer that made sense. I still can't get my head around all this visa stuff. So I just got a job offer as an ESL teacher, all depending on whether they can transfer my iqama ...
Hi, I'm back! Can anyone tell me how long the iqama transfer process usually takes? I have been waiting three weeks now and my new employer says they have not gotten approval yet, they said the jawazat office is still not ready for my father to ... Read More
Worried about Edex by sarasaberry
Hello All, I'm hearing rumours that EdEx may not have their contract with KSU anymore. These are just things I have heard from friends currently in KSA, and it's making me a little worried. The reason being, because I really want to be in ...
Hi, I got an offer from Edex but the lack of information frightened me quite a little. I would advise that you be patient and apply for other jobs. I got many offers through this website: www.seriousteacher.com The demand for female teachers is so ... Read More
Ladies of Madinah
Why is there no Madinah forum? :( Ladies of Madinah, how bored are you? Tell me, what leisure activities are available. I am also looking for a good gym and hair dresser, perhaps around the haram area? Any suggestions? Which mall is the ... Read More
Transfer Iqama from Father to Employer by picklejuice
I've been going through the forum posts for aaages looking for an answer that made sense. I still can't get my head around all this visa stuff. So I just got a job offer as an ESL teacher, all depending on whether they can transfer my iqama ...
Okeedokee will do! Let's hope not, I only just finished so I wont have my physical degree for a while and I'd have to get someone in Ireland to drop by my college for a letter of completion (stressstressstress). I have my CELTA certificate ... Read More
Transfer Iqama from Father to Employer by picklejuice
I've been going through the forum posts for aaages looking for an answer that made sense. I still can't get my head around all this visa stuff. So I just got a job offer as an ESL teacher, all depending on whether they can transfer my iqama ...
Ok I lied, one more! So do I have to do a police check? Do I also need to get my college papers attested or is that only necessary when it's not an internal transfer? Read More
Transfer Iqama from Father to Employer by picklejuice
I've been going through the forum posts for aaages looking for an answer that made sense. I still can't get my head around all this visa stuff. So I just got a job offer as an ESL teacher, all depending on whether they can transfer my iqama ...
Oh thank you, I was wondering why they couldn't transfer the iqama! Last question, I promise... So these guys want me to come in and start training this week. If the iqama transfer works out, I'd dedicate the whole week but if it ... Read More
Transfer Iqama from Father to Employer by picklejuice
I've been going through the forum posts for aaages looking for an answer that made sense. I still can't get my head around all this visa stuff. So I just got a job offer as an ESL teacher, all depending on whether they can transfer my iqama ...
Oh wow thanks very much for the reply! Is that it? What about the occupation on the iqama, does the new employer just fill that in themselves? Read More
Transfer Iqama from Father to Employer
I've been going through the forum posts for aaages looking for an answer that made sense. I still can't get my head around all this visa stuff. So I just got a job offer as an ESL teacher, all depending on whether they can transfer my iqama ... Read More
ESL Without Degree by frendz
Hi, I have a CELTA certificate but I'm not finished my university degree just yet. Unfortunately, I can not afford to come back and finish it this year (and frankly would love the year away from it) but I'm wondering if anyone can help me. ...
I love reading original work. I hope it's a title to my taste :p send it on Read More
Ladies Gyms in Madinah by picklejuice
Hi Guys, I'm wondering if anyone knows if there's a gym in Madinah for ladies? I've been here almost a month now and going a little crazy with nothing to do. Suggest welcome. Yoga classes desirable. Thanks very much!
That's great but I'd rather not drive or call every gym on that list to see if they have a ladies section... Read More
Ladies Gyms in Madinah
Hi Guys, I'm wondering if anyone knows if there's a gym in Madinah for ladies? I've been here almost a month now and going a little crazy with nothing to do. Suggest welcome. Yoga classes desirable. Thanks very much! Read More
New Visa v Iqama Transfer
Thank you. It's great to hear I'll get that £500 back but doesn't this mean that if I get a ticket back home that I'll be stranded there until my new visa comes through? S Read More
New Visa v Iqama Transfer
Thanka for the reply! I'm not sure. They told me I needed to go back home and do the process all over again. I also have to pay a £500 deposit for the medical exam and visa. They want to bring me in on a visit visa before switching it to ... Read More
al khaleej training and education by katieb128
Hi, I just got a job at al khaleej training and education and I want to know if anyone has worked for them? I am not sure if this company is legit. I just want feedback from people who may have gone through the process and worked for them. Please ...
Hi, have you made the move yet? Which branch will you be working at? I would love to work there, how did you go about applying for the position? I was in talks for a job with them (I went to their office) and I got a "we'll call ... Read More
New Visa v Iqama Transfer
Hi Guys, I wasn't sure whether to put this in Visas or New Members but I opted for New members because this is my first post. This has been a great site for my research so far but now I need some more specific help! I am currently in Saudi ... Read More