Olivier
@Olivier-France
French expat in Bahrain
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128
About me
French
Lives in Manama
Speaks Français, Anglais, Espagnol, quelques mots d'Allemand et d'Arabe
Registration: 23 July 2010
Annual Leave Allowance in Bahrain by brightonguy
Hello all. I am a bit confused with regards to the labour law about annual leave entitlement in Bahrain. If a company gives 30 calendar days of holiday entitlement (meaning if I take Thursday and the following Sunday off, the company takes 4 days ...
Hi guys... Not LMRA, Ministry of Labour :D LMRA is taking care of the visas. They have people to help employees (or even employers !) with the questions they might have. But all what is said up here is correct and if your contract says Calendar ... Read More
My bahrain work visa rejected by immigration checks. by Fidasamo
Dear All Any one can giude me the expected reason of my visa rejection for post of Manager-construction in Bahrain. My visa rejected from immigration bahrain & it is passed by LMRA, The reason they mention that "Rejection menas replace this expat ...
Dear Chryztin, As you applied for a visit visa, you have to turn to Immigration, not LMRA. LMRA is only competent when work visas are concerned (LMRA = Labour Market Regulatory Authority). The most probable explanation is that your previous ... Read More
Termination compensation by gladiator007
In my contract there is a cllause that if i terminate the contract i wil hav to pay 1500bd + one month salary. I want to ask that is this clause legal n applicable? plz guide me
Dear all, If I may interfere, it's actually Ministry of Work you have to go to. LMRA is the authority for work visas, not for labour law disputes. Here is what the law says regarding compensation due to the employer : "Article ... Read More
Ramadan Rules by Omeath
My wife and daughter are coming over and I am not sure how Bahrain deals with Ramadan. What happens to the shops, bars and restaurants during this time? I am aware of the procedures in Saudi and UAE, but I have not experienced Ramadan in Bahrain.
That's what I call clear :D I would just add that what goes for eating and drinking also goes for smoking which is strictly prohibited in public from sunrise to sunset. Take the opportunity of your family visiting to take them to one of the ... Read More
Bahrain - Travel Ban on Children by Husband by batmobile
Hi everyone, I'm hoping someone can help advise here as my sister is currently in real mess. She is in the process of splitting up with her husband and he has taken it very badly and told her that he does not intend to let her or the children leave ...
Dear William James, In France, as long as a kid has his own passport, he can travel with one of his parents and doesn't need any other document. I'm not so sure your assertion is correct. Furthermore, your link about the "rather frightening webpage ... Read More
Decaffeinated Green Tea by Stakan
When I first moved to Bahrain I found decaffeinated green tea easily. It was Tetley's and it was packaged in a bag with 50 tea bags in it. I looked in the tea section at Geant (I think) and it was there. However, this was apparently not a regular ...
Hi Brightonguy, Never been too far even if I restrict myself to the French and Spanish parts of the forum :D I see exactly which one you're talking about and will try to get the why when what if and co ^^ Let you know ASAP Cheers O. Read More
Decaffeinated Green Tea by Stakan
When I first moved to Bahrain I found decaffeinated green tea easily. It was Tetley's and it was packaged in a bag with 50 tea bags in it. I looked in the tea section at Geant (I think) and it was there. However, this was apparently not a regular ...
Working on it... I'll let you know in PM :D Cheers Olivier Read More
Bahrain - Travel Ban on Children by Husband by batmobile
Hi everyone, I'm hoping someone can help advise here as my sister is currently in real mess. She is in the process of splitting up with her husband and he has taken it very badly and told her that he does not intend to let her or the children leave ...
Dear Batmobile, Not an expert, but 2 sure things : - Travel ban requires a court order. - Even if living here, your sister is still a British citizen. I'm not British but I don't think a husband can restrain his wife from travelling, even if they ... Read More
How to resign from existing job??? by zeer0cool
Hi, I have been in my current company for past 8 months and recently got a job offer in a new company which I am willing to move to as my current employer is not treating me well. But since i am new in bahrain , i am not aware of legal issues of ...
Hello Zeer0cool and welcome to the forum, Actually, there are different points to address : * As far as your employer is concerned, you are perfectly allowed to resign. You will have to perform your duties during your notice period and your ... Read More
real estate by Guest90
Hello, Im moving to Bahrain in September. I have to find accommodation for me and my husband, and I will appreciate if you can help me to find some good and sure real estate agency?! Thanx a lot!! Regards
Good evening Lanja and welcome to the forum, I suggest you to have a look at the excellent site www.bahrainpropertyworld.com which displays the offers of most of the reputed real estate agencies. I will send you by private message the details of ... Read More
Confused whether to take the plunge by should_I_Shouldnt_I
Hi I'm an Indian and an MBA (Finance) currently evaluating a potential opportunity with a large reputed bank in Bahrain in the front-office (investment analysis). Their initial offer is BHD 1500 (basic) + BHD 800 (accomodation allowance) + annual ...
Hi Should I and welcome to the forum, Almost all Farhaz's assertions are prefectly right. Nevertheless, I wouldn't be so affirmative on the point number 1 and as far as point number 5 is concerned, it's wrong. You cannot switch job during the first ... Read More
Forgot to pay my viva bill by bnetra
I moved out of bahrain last week permanently and left without paying my Viva bill. I have a contract with another 5 months left. Will this cause any problems for me? I have no intention of returning to Bahrain. Thanks.
Looks like everybody is ready to hang bnetra to the first tree available ! I guess besides burning in hell all the threats have been used :D Aren't we a little judgemental ? This is not "moralizing & lecturing for expat.com" is it ? I certainly do ... Read More
How can I find out if I have a travel ban in Bahrain ? by mnahmed
Hello, I would like to know what is the procedure to able to find out if I have a travel ban from any of the creditors in Bahrain ? I am planning to visit my home country next week which is very necessary and just wondering if have a travel ban from ...
Hi Mnahmed, The only way to know for sure is to go in person to immigration office. You can tell them that you had a dispute with a company which is now settled but you don't want to have a bad surprise at the airport. To put someone under travel ... Read More
About Company Condtion how i now
Dear Pardhan, As Brightonguy said, it's difficult to confirm whether a company follows the rules or not and abuses toward Asian expatriates are unfortunately a common thing. On the contrary, for the salary I don't agree. Yes it is a low salary but ... Read More
Driving license in Bahrain by Armand
Hi all, Can a foreigner take the driving test in Bahrain? What are the formalities to get a driverÂ’s licence in Bahrain? Do you need special or extra documents being an expatriate? How much does it cost? Thank you for participating ...
Dear Faruk1, First of all, welcome to the forum ! Whenever you want to ask a question, you'd better start a new topic, it's always better for visibility. As far as your questions are concerned, I you read Kush-Singh message (the 2nd in this ... Read More
Regarding Cost of living in bahrain by latheefa
I have got a job in Emax landmark company as a sales man with the salary of 250bd. I need to know that how much cost for food and rent per month with sharing and any opinion on company?
Hi Latheefa, It depends on where you will live. I know some Indian employees sharing accommodations downtown Manama behind the souq for 40 BHD a month. I think you will be able to find. The issue will be to find your way when reaching. I'm ... Read More
Bahrain steps up traffic penalties ? by jazzy851
[justify]When i arrived in Bahrain, one of the things that surprised me was the driving here. I have never seen anything like this. Overtaking at dangerous speeds only to go one car ahead, speeding excessively on the highway, jumping red lights, ...
You're about right ! Nevertheless, another part is the lack of policemen on the road. You can have the harshest laws, if there is nobody to enforce it... In five years here in total, I have never ever been stopped or checked by the road ... Read More
want to meet new people by selangkev
Hey everyone, first of all i'm new to this forum and secondly i'm new to Bahrain as well. It's been almost 3 months and the only people I get to interact with are my office colleagues... I want to get to know more people, friendly people, people ...
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want to meet new people by selangkev
Hey everyone, first of all i'm new to this forum and secondly i'm new to Bahrain as well. It's been almost 3 months and the only people I get to interact with are my office colleagues... I want to get to know more people, friendly people, people ...
OMG ! You don't like anything ? Don't have any hobbies or at least interests ? No way !! I didn't say to build false advertising, but advertise who you are so people enjoying the same thing as you do will feel like making a step towards you :D No ... Read More
Bahrain steps up traffic penalties ? by jazzy851
[justify]When i arrived in Bahrain, one of the things that surprised me was the driving here. I have never seen anything like this. Overtaking at dangerous speeds only to go one car ahead, speeding excessively on the highway, jumping red lights, ...
Isn't it about time ?? ^^ They forgot to talk about using a cell phone while driving, the fine might go up to 500 BHD ! That might help a lot of drivers have more focus on what they do ! The only thing that sounds unfair in the project is the part ... Read More
want to meet new people by selangkev
Hey everyone, first of all i'm new to this forum and secondly i'm new to Bahrain as well. It's been almost 3 months and the only people I get to interact with are my office colleagues... I want to get to know more people, friendly people, people ...
Hi Selangkev, You are looking for friends, well as we say in France "you won't catch flies with vinegar" ! So try to do a little marketing job over yourself and introduce on the forum who you are, what you like, what are your extra-professionnal ... Read More
Regarding Cost of living in bahrain by latheefa
I have got a job in Emax landmark company as a sales man with the salary of 250bd. I need to know that how much cost for food and rent per month with sharing and any opinion on company?
Dear all, Let's not forget to put things into perspective. 250 BHD may look low from where we come but in Sri Lanka, as per 2012/2013 data the AVERAGE salary is 5500 USD a year, means 173 BHD a month. If the candidate for expatriation is below the ... Read More
Regarding the medical fitness in bahrain
Dear admire, I can imagine how difficult it is to make a decision on such basis. Unfortunately, this forum is "expats helping other expats", it's not "Bahrain administration online". I'm afraid none of us have been through a case like yours because ... Read More
Another South African in the Kingdom of Bahrain by NorbertRoth
Hi all, I'm Norbert. Myself and my wife + 4 year old daughter cam to Bahrain last year in August. It was a really quick decision as we only really knew of the opportunity in April. So as you can appreciate we needed to accept, resign, move our ...
Hi Norbert and welcome to the forum and the island, The SA community is rather big here so you shouldn't find it hard to find some acquaintances. For the job, like you said, opportunities are quite rare stuff at the moment. Anyway, head up high a ... Read More
medical
Hi Menuin, They indeed have a very good reputation in Bahrain, even among the locals. I'm sure you will be satisfied. Cheers Olivier Read More
Getting married in Bahrain by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Bahrain or who are about to get married in Bahrain to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Bahrain? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed ...
Hi Ganiyu and welcome to the forum, That's a strange question you're asking :D There is no law against the fact that a Bahraini women marries an expat. Nevertheless, most of the families are still living according to traditions and sons and ... Read More
salary for interior designer by tereabonite
[b]i am an interior designer,from the philippines, i have 3 years work experience, i was offered a job in bahrain, they were asking how much is my expected salary, since i will be the in house designer of a furniture shop there, my question is, how ...
Hi Tereabonite, Unfortunately, I don't really know what are the salary scales in that particular sector. Nevertheless, I just want to drag your attention on the fact that you probably won't be able to sponsor your husband and kids for a visa unless ... Read More
Things I can buy from Bahrain when I go to India by attitude@123
Hi, Can anyone tell me the things which I can buy for cheaper rates and with more quality in Bahrain than India. Or with the things I will not get in India Thanks a lot! attitude
Hi Attitude and welcome to the forum, Most of my Indian staff are buying stuffs such as : - Lux dishwash - Bath Soap - Axe oil - Chocolates - Perfumes and make-up samples These are the kind of things they say they can't find with the same quality ... Read More
Furnished or unfurnished by JenniferMartin
Hello, I have two children, and I don't think a furnished home would be good for us---I don't want to pay for accidental stains on something. However, there seems to be more furnished homes than nonfurnished home. Obviously I need to decide ...
There used to be a big one in Isa Town, close to Lebanon Center and Home Electronics but it burnt last year :( It was a really great place to get lost in on Fridays :D Yet you have a lot of second hands furniture's shops downtown Manama, behind the ... Read More
Advise on the Salary package in Bahrain by DevM
Hello I've been offered a job by a leading healthcare equipment distributor and service render as a Service Engineer post in manama. Package what they have offered is as follows. Basic - 650 BHD HRA - 200 BHD 21 working days leave in a year ...
Hi all, I'm also working in the private sector and the information given are the latest ones for this sector. My company policy says : "We don't count public holidays and days off as leave days". It's better than the law, so it's fine. The law is ... Read More
Cost of living
Hi Santosh and welcome, The King Hamad Hospital is the latest hospital in Bahrain which just opened last year. It is located on Muharraq's island just after the bridge in Busaiteen's district. If you want to stay close to your wife's job this is ... Read More
Family medical / Health plan by shalcom
Hi experts, I am new expatriate in Bahrain and I am planning to get my family here soon. I am entitled with health insurance (coverage of around 1000 USD a year) and Group life insurance plan for myself only, by my employer. Now I wish to get ...
Hello Shalcom and welcome to the forum, Experts sounds a big word, specially as far as insurance is concerned. I know about corporate packages but nothing about individuals unfortunately. What I can tell you is : - 1000 USD a year is really not ... Read More
Advise on the Salary package in Bahrain by DevM
Hello I've been offered a job by a leading healthcare equipment distributor and service render as a Service Engineer post in manama. Package what they have offered is as follows. Basic - 650 BHD HRA - 200 BHD 21 working days leave in a year ...
Ouch conversion from one to the other isn't that correct actually ^^ Calendar days means basically that you count every day of vacation, no matter the days off, the public holiday etc... Now if you take a week, and your day off is Friday... You ... Read More
Backpacking to Kenya/Tanzania/Uganda by sgdtobhd
Hello Guys/Gals, I am considering Backpacking to Kenya/Tanzania/Uganda in August on my own. I have already done a big road trip (Thailand-Cambodia-Vietnam), so have basic awareness. If travelling on muddy roads by bus, going on safari (big 5 ...
Hi sgdtobhd, Not sure I would do it myself but I find that fantastic ! One of my friend just left his job to travel the world alone with his motorbike ô_Ô... That must be an incredible experience for sure... Wish you a fantastic trip ... Read More
Advise on the Salary package in Bahrain by DevM
Hello I've been offered a job by a leading healthcare equipment distributor and service render as a Service Engineer post in manama. Package what they have offered is as follows. Basic - 650 BHD HRA - 200 BHD 21 working days leave in a year ...
Hi all, Little input about the leaves: The new labour law implemented in Sept 2012 instated the 30 days of leaves for all workers instead of 21 before (28 after 5 years). Then there were a lot of misunderstanding as the law wasn't really ... Read More
Need advice please... by chimo
Hi all... how are u? I need some advice regarding salary, I know so many members already post about this, but I just can't find the right one. My husband got job offer for this summer as a chef in one restaurant. for the probation 12 weeks he'll get ...
Hi Chimo and welcome here, I wouldn't be too sure of that. Of course if you buy only European products, you are right. Nevertheless, by making a good mix with import and regional products, your weekly budget won't probably be very far form your ... Read More
new in Bahrain
Hi Lmjlmj and welcome here, Maybe you could read the recent messages as there are several ladies looking for female friends there... I'm sure you can organize a coffee together somewhere to meet at first. How does that sound ? ^^ Hope you'll find ... Read More
Private taxi service by Cacai
I live in East Riffa and new in Bahrain, I'd like to know if any of you know how i can find/contact a private individual whom I can hire ocassionally to take me to places and back for a price. Will appreciate your help. Thanks!
Hello Cacai and welcome to expat-blog.com, The best way to find what you look for is the word of mouth. Let your friends, neighbours, the cold store at the corner etc... know what you're looking for, it will come knocking at your door in no ... Read More
Working visa
Dear both, This site is a forum where expats living in the country try to help expats willing to come here. We all reply on our free time and we are not your employees or whatsoever. For sure when we read messages without even the simple "Hello" or ... Read More
Public beaches in Bahrain by brightonguy
I am quite interested to know your experiences on public beaches in Bahrain. It fascinates me to know that Bahrain, despite being an island, is not known for its beaches and whoever I speak to, they say there aren't many of them. Since the boiling ...
Hi Chris There is really nothing at Jazira Beach unless you pay to go into the Sailing Club next door to it. We have taken the kids before but it is quite dirty and can get crowded on a Friday - the men wanting to follow my children and take ... Read More
applying to MOH bahrain.. by hotrod666
hello everyone..i would like some guidance regarding job application process and procedure for physicians in MOH Bahrain..i cant seem to get through..are there any agencies that help recruit Asians..? i looked through the classifieds and newspaper ...
i need this job witin 3 monthsHi Abban and welcome to the forum, First, it's always better to start a new topic than to revive an old one. Second, it's more easy for us to reply... when there is a question asked :p Try to explain your situation ... Read More
All experts of Expat - blog.Please guide.Indemnity & resignation issue by oberoi
Hi, I need some guidance on the rules of the land. I have been searching different forums and the net but still confused. Please assist if you know something about the below situation. I would be completing 1 year of service with end of this ...
Hi Deepak and welcome to the forum, Article 116 of the Labor law says : "Workers who are not governed by the Social Insurance Law shall be entitled, on the termination of their contracts of employment, to a leaving indemnity equivalent to the wage ... Read More
minimum salary if the job is in school
Dear Maiohmai, Is it a government school or a private one ? In the private sector, the minimum basic salary for expat office staff is around 150 BHD. It can go up to 200 if there are little responsibilities attached, a supervisor will look at ... Read More
Time taken to convert your initial visa to Resident permit by g2511
Hi, I will be arriving in Bahrain to work. All i want to find out it how long does it generally take to get the resident permit after i come there and how long does it take to sponsor my spouse? Your reply will be appreciated. G
That brought up topics on driving licenceCorrect, my mistake ! I read a little too fast :p Sorry G2511 ^^ Cheers Olivier Read More
Time taken to convert your initial visa to Resident permit by g2511
Hi, I will be arriving in Bahrain to work. All i want to find out it how long does it generally take to get the resident permit after i come there and how long does it take to sponsor my spouse? Your reply will be appreciated. G
Hi G2511, Actually if you have all the papers, it will take you half an hour. You will find a complete description of the process in the "GUIDE" section HERE IS THE LINK. Cheers Olivier Read More
Bahrain visit visa for Sri Lanka by g2511
Hi, I would like to know the procedure to get a Bahrain visit visa for a Sri Lankan. We cannot apply online but any suggestions will be appreciated. Regards, G
Good evening everyone, Dear G, being from Sri Lanka, you can't apply online, but you cannot get a visa on arrival in any case either. The link proposed by Ihsanozbakir is explaining the procedure for the eVisa, but also the procedure when you are ... Read More
Looking for an accomodation
Dear Airbornesaf, If it's for 3 days, I guess an hotel will do. There are plenty here, spread over a wide price scale. I don't exactly know what "affordable" means for you as it is a very relative notion ! Maybe you should use Google a little bit ... Read More
resignation by pirlo59
Hi All I started working in Bahrain less than one month, now I want to resign to move to Dubai, I would like to know if they need to go with me to the aeroport to cancel my visa? Do I have to give them my CBR? The Bahraini driving license? thanks
Hi Jazzy, Thé CPR will be updated in LMRA system with the visa cancellation. You can keep the smart card as a souvenir though :p For the driving license there is no cancellation process of any kind. The only thing you have to do with the traffic ... Read More
resignation by pirlo59
Hi All I started working in Bahrain less than one month, now I want to resign to move to Dubai, I would like to know if they need to go with me to the aeroport to cancel my visa? Do I have to give them my CBR? The Bahraini driving license? thanks
Hi Pirlo, Some of the answers here are not totally correct. As per the Bahraini labor law, the probation period can be from one to three months, even six months in certain circumstances. During that period, any of the parties can stop the contract ... Read More
Getting married in Bahrain by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Bahrain or who are about to get married in Bahrain to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Bahrain? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed ...
Hello d1zelsgrl and welcome to the forum, I guess your case is quite simple. As you are both US Citizens, you will have to check with your consulate or embassy. They will explain to you the procedure. You will find HERE an explanation from the ... Read More
visa by sanasha
how long does it to get family visa from bahrain especially forindians?
Hi Sanasha, I don't think there is anything wrong with your name. The names that might be an issue are usually shia names. By the way, yours is beautiful "King of the World" in old Persian isn't it ? Inspiring ^^ Have a little faith and patience, ... Read More
Is it safe to work in Manama, Bahrain? by GuestPoster371
Hi im an Interior Designer here in the Philippines. And i have an offer as a Design & Sales Cosultant. I will be working in Shomeli. Should anyone know Shomeli Furniture there in Manama, Bahrain? Is it safe to work and live there? I have a 2years ...
I'm sure Brightonguy will be happy to know he just has been turned into a lady :p :dumbom: Read More
visa by sanasha
how long does it to get family visa from bahrain especially forindians?
Hi Sanasha and welcome to the forum, Why not letting us know a little bit more about yourself ? You also need to know that depending on income and position consideration, not all workers here are allowed to bring their family. Cheers Olivier Read More
Benefits on working in Bahrain National Guard
Hello Tahir, welcome to the forum I guess you have to be in touch whether with the ministry of defence or with the ministry of interior. They both have a website I think and Google might help you there. You can imagine that they don't publish ads ... Read More
Visa help please ;) by Nicola302004
Hi I'm moving to Bahrain soon with my 3 children to teach in a school however... My ex hubby wants to come with us for a few months to ensure our children settle in etc. he may decide to look for work and stay indefinitely. Despite researching visa ...
Dear Jagbeer, You are the most welcome on the forum and it is nice to have you here. Nevertheless, could you please stop spammming in all threads to throw your phone number at everyone face and furthermore, could you please stop giving wrong ... Read More
Exporting a car to France by Khaima
We are planning returning to France before the end of the year. We plan to by a car here in Bahrain. Its an European car (Audi) Is there anybody who had previous experience ? I look for info for importing and registering the car in France Thanks ...
Hello Khaima, So I tried hard to remember because I knew someone who did it but it was a bit fuzzy in my memory. There are a lot of things to consider! First of all, your situation: if you have been resident here for over a year and you own the ... Read More
internet in Bahrain by crazydroid4u
hi there i have zain broadband at home since there was no network on wireless device zain had put an antena on my roof top now since i want to change my accomodation and shift the internet i called zain and they are asking me to pay 25 ...
I guess Scottrace missed that part : Moving the antenna = 25 BHD - Cancelling the account = 25 BHD... Dilemma dilemma... Don't be too fast to change your provider... I have tons of stories of people who changed because they were told by friends ... Read More
best internet service in manama Bahrain by fraz ali
hi every one i am new to bahrain ................. could any one of you suggest me about best internet service in manama bahrain .............. i am looking for best available internet connection in manama ....whether wireless usb device or ...
Dear guys, Just to remind you to read the dates of the messages... Fraz ali's message is 19 months old so I really hope he made up his mind since then ;p Cheers and have a great day :p Olivier Read More
Things to Do in Bahrain by Fidgety Soul
I would be traveling to Bahrain from 21st Mar till 25t MArch and i really need to know few things, I have been there twice but usually lost :) I have few question , it could be gr8 if i can get few answers :) A-I was in Juffair and we went to Disc ...
Hi Fidgety Soul, A. I suggest the BJ's which is a pub where you can dance. Hubby will have to be patient as everywhere here, you will find guys willing to make a try :D Otherwise, many restaurants have a cool lounge where you can dance after dinner ... Read More
Pet shop in Bahrain by snnsvy
is there any petshop?
No advertising please. Post in the company ad section Thanks Read More
Public beaches in Bahrain by brightonguy
I am quite interested to know your experiences on public beaches in Bahrain. It fascinates me to know that Bahrain, despite being an island, is not known for its beaches and whoever I speak to, they say there aren't many of them. Since the boiling ...
Hi all, Al Jazeera beach is the biggest public beach in Bahrain. It's located very close to Zallaq, where the F1 circuit (BIC), the Bahrain University, The Soffitel Hotel are. You will find some indication when you get close to the BIC. It's a ... Read More
pharmacist in Bahrain by sherifkhaled24
hey i'm a freshly graduated pharmacist and my parents live in Bahrain. so i was considering finding a job in bahrain. could someone help me with careers available for pharmacists in Bahrain and the average salaries?
^^ no they are monthly salaries of course, but they are on the local scale. Just for memory sake, in Bahrain the minimum salary FOR A BAHRAINI is 250 BHD, for an expat it's more between 120-150 BHD depending on the job. So on a local scale 400 BHD ... Read More
pharmacist in Bahrain by sherifkhaled24
hey i'm a freshly graduated pharmacist and my parents live in Bahrain. so i was considering finding a job in bahrain. could someone help me with careers available for pharmacists in Bahrain and the average salaries?
Hi Sherifkhaled and welcome to the forum, I'm sorry to see that you didn't get any answers. Your question is a little too specific actually. Only someone working in that area will be able to reply and it seems that this person did not read your ... Read More
my work visa has been cancelled, what to do?
Hi Dibilo, You didn't tell us what is the field you are working, this might help if some people have tips for a job. Unfortunately, this happened a lot to western expats 2 years ago after the unrest. For sure expatriation carries a lot of ... Read More
Hotels Dubai by Josnuggles
Hi My son went to Switzerland with the school, skiing (his first time ). He was so excited and has been looking forward to this trip for months. Unfortunately at the end of the second day he fell and broke his collarbone so he couldn't ski. I ...
Hi Jo, You can also try Ziqoo or Chelsea Gardens. They are close to Ibn Battuta Mall and 10 minutes from Mall of Emirates. There is a metro station at walking distance. In Chelsea Gardens Hotel apartment you will find accommodation from 30 BHD ... Read More
International DL of India in Bahrain by akhil004
Friends , While going through various post i realized that its really not easy to get a DL in Bahrain and it may take few months ( at least !) to get it if Im lucky enough :). What i was wondering is , I do drive in India and have valid DL over ...
Hi Akhil, I've checked with different persons in my company (mostly Indians) they are paying on average 40 BD per month for someone to take them from home to office and back 6 days a week. Some of them are sharing the car with someone coming from ... Read More
Anyone know where I can buy bodybuilding supplements here in bahrain? by scarletmoon1234
Such as whey, creatine, fish oils, multivits, and thermogenics? Thank you!
Hi Scarletmoon, I'm not absolutely sure they will have what you look for but it worth trying, at the beginning of Palace Avenue, going South from Diplomatic Area you have a big sport shop called BARRAKA. They sell all the torture machines you can ... Read More
International DL of India in Bahrain by akhil004
Friends , While going through various post i realized that its really not easy to get a DL in Bahrain and it may take few months ( at least !) to get it if Im lucky enough :). What i was wondering is , I do drive in India and have valid DL over ...
Hi Akhil and welcome to the forum, As Stigmatized said, the Indian DL isn't valid here. I tried to have an explanation and was told that they consider the Indian exam to be way too easy and furthermore, it is possible to buy the license even ... Read More
Quality of American School in Bahrain and positions in education by kiora23
Hello to all! We are considering moving to Bahrain from the United States, with our 13 year old son and little baby. His schooling option would be the 'American School in Bahrain'. We are seeking a school with high expectations and 'real kids' ...
Dear R Faisal, Why not start a new topic for better visibility ? You just woke up a thread that fell asleep one year and half ago ^^ Cheers Olivier Read More
Possibility to get another job if i am not happy with salary and Job. by G.Naveenkumar
Hi, I have got Job Offer 1000/- BD PM(inclusive of all allowances) in Bahrain with 4+ Years in SharePoint Administration(IT Industry). I am thinking this better offer than my current job in India. And good to start my work life in Bahrain with my ...
Hi Naveenkumar and welcome here, Just to add a little more information, there are some recent laws in Bahrain that allow you to leave your employer and transfer your visa to a new one without leaving the country. This is called "mobility" but this ... Read More
Car shipping from oman to Bahrain by pirlo59
Hi All I'm planning to ship my car from oman to bahrain, does anyone did it in the past (from any country to bahrain)? who to contact? what could be the price( 200/2000..)? is it worth to do it? thanks in advance
Hi Pirlo, I don't have any idea about the price but you can make a little survey very easily by requesting quotations from 3-4 moving companies that are doing overseas relocation. Does it worth it or not depends totally on the kind of car you are ... Read More
Flying In From Kuwait. by GuestPoster501
Hey there,I need a couple days out of Kuwait to renew my visa I'm flying in from Kuwait this Friday. I've lived in Canada my whole life the middle east is a tad new to me, even though I was born here it doesn't really feel like home, however, I ...
Hi all, I guess we can have different opinion without having one right and one wrong can't we ? Basically opinions are just different way of looking at the same thing... As far as "alarmism" is concerned, being here since before the turmoil, all I ... Read More
local removal services by iramnna
Hi, I and my family have been living in Bahrain for a year now. We're organising our move to Budaya and I'd like to get some tips about local removal services. We're looking for - obviously ! - a good service at a reasonable price... Thanks a lot ...
Hi Dazzadarule and welcome to the forum ! I've just sent you a private message with the details of the company I used to relocate here. Hope that will help you :D @Jo : OMG... this is totally "haram" to claim money here :p Cheers and great ... Read More
Almoayyed Computers will be good company for Salary paying.
Hi everyone, Just a clarification, I don't know what visa you are talking about but the residence visa for an expat costs to his employer 200 BHD and 90 BHD per family member. The visa of the expat is valid 2 years and his family visa will expire ... Read More
work visa very slow
Hi Zeshan and welcome to the forum, Don't worry too much as things are rather slow sometimes here :D Anyway, your company should be able to tell you exactly where your visa stands as all companies hiring expats have an online account with LMRA. On ... Read More
2nd Expat-Blog Meeting - Dilmun Club Saar - Thu 17th January 2013 8pm by Josnuggles
Hi all I think it is time to arrange our 2nd expat meeting at the Dilly. I have arranged for us to have the indoor function room with dart boards and our own waiters to serve us food and drink, there is a door to an outside patio area for those ...
Dear Jo, I haven't been much on the forum lately (at least on the English side of it) as I know that Abdalla, Brightonguy, you and many others have become quite active and giving extremely fast and reliable answers. Being left by my job with a ... Read More
east riffa bahrain by musshy24
hi guys. anyone here from east riffa? any idea about al rayan hospital there? thanks for any replies :)
Mmmmhhhh.... Hi Sujamole and welcome to the forum... First of all, we are not hiring anyone, we are just expatriates and Bahrainis exchanging experiences about our life here. Second, you have a very rude way of getting into the conversation that ... Read More
Hey there ! by alialsaegh
Hey every body I am new here ! :)
Hi Alialsaegh and welcome to the forum, Or should I say marhaban bik ? ^^ It's great to see that we have more and more Bahraini members willing to help. Thanks for that... Cheers Olivier Read More
Temporary Accommodation by silver356
I know this topic has been covered many times before but all I can find online is serviced apartments in Juffair. Does anyone know of any serviced apartments/villa's closer to the causeway? I don't really want to spend more than BD1000 per month ...
Hi Silver356, Janabiyah is the name of the highway going from Budaiya village to the causeway. It goes along Budaiya, Saar and Janabiyah. You can also look into Hamala, New Hamala and Jasra that are very close to the causeway and have a lot of ... Read More
Temporary Accommodation by silver356
I know this topic has been covered many times before but all I can find online is serviced apartments in Juffair. Does anyone know of any serviced apartments/villa's closer to the causeway? I don't really want to spend more than BD1000 per month ...
Hi Silver356 and welcome to the forum, When you say temporary how long does that mean? Serviced flats and hotel flats are indeed more or less located down town Manama, including a lot in Juffair, some in Seef or close to Sanabis. It will be ... Read More
Moving to Bahrain from Ireland. by stephen irish
Hi all... Im soon moving to Bahrain..really excited about the move and would like to get to know afew ppl before i go. I am Irish so love being social and having fun. Hope hear from soon nice people takecare
Hi Stephen and welcome to the forum, Hope your moving will be smooth and you will find it easy to adjust yourself to Bahrain. Wish you all the best Olivier Read More
newbie ~ by pLush
Hi everyone! I've been checking out the forum for the past week and finally decided to join. :D I'm new and haven't got a lot of friends and as my profile reads, I get so awkward at group gatherings (on a social setting) so I'm having a bit of a ...
Hi pLush and welcome to the forum, I'm sure it won't be long before you feel home here :D Enjoy Olivier Read More
Non Drinking Water Tanker by Josnuggles
Hi Guys A big tanker with "non drinking water" came on to the land next to where I live just now and discharged it's load all over the ground. I am hoping that this is just waste water and not sewage but can somebody please clarify for ...
Nice people :( Hope nothing will happen... Read More
Hello everyone :) by sgdtobhd
I posted this mistakenly in the general expat forum, so here I go again.... I am a mid 20s Indian guy, financial analyst by profession, moving to Bahrain in a week. My last job was in Singapore and I really enjoyed working there! I have never ...
Hi sgdtobhd and welcome to the forum, Hope you'll like it here ! Wish you a great first contact with your new country :D Enjoy ! Olivier Read More
Need Second Hand Furnituires by attitude@123
Hi, I am looking for second hand furnitures and home appliances. Where can I get them in Bahrain. Which is better second hand or first hand? If first hand which are the good and comparitively inexpensive shops? Thanks and Regards attitude123!
^^ No need to be sorry... All opinions are respectable. And anyway, everyone can go and check by himself can't they ? Cheers Olivier I think that is exactly what he is saying. Although I do feel the bigger Lulu's have a larger, cheaper selection ... Read More
University of Bahrain / living & working by bartowel
Hi everyone, I am considering moving to Bahrain to work. I have lived for 6 years in the Gulf (UAE & Qatar), so am quite familiar with the region. My question involves the University of Bahrain (UoB). Does anyone have any information regarding ...
Hi Nathan and welcome to the forum, Maybe you should start a new thread with your question because you are now "reviving" a very dead conversation :D I'm also afraid that your questions being very specific, you might find it difficult to get ... Read More
Visit visa Bahrain by Khaima
Hi there, My wife is going to fly to Bahrain on December 4th to join me. I don't have a CPR yet as I am in the process of getting my Iqama (i work in Saudi and live in Bahrain) Upon arrival She should get a visit visa valid 15 days? I understand ...
Hi Khaima and welcome to the forum, Actually, even though Brightonguy is usually a very reliable source of intel, I'm afraid that he might be wrong today. Visa on arrival are available only for certain nationalities. I you are Algerian, as ... Read More
New and looking for frn by zenme
Hey all... arrived just two days back...putting up at Juffair...looking for frns n fun...
Hi Zemme and welcome to the forum, With such a resume, no doubt you will easily find people to get along with. Hope you'll like it here a create a good network very soon. Cheers Olivier Read More
Accomodation in Manama by ashfaqshah
Hello folks, I am planning to move to Bahrain subject to work permit formality of course. If all goes well, I should be there by 3rd week of Dec max. I had some queries and would really appreciate if someone can answer them. 1 - My office would be ...
Good evening Ashfaqshah and welcome to the forum, My estimated colleagues answered perfectly to most of your question but just a precision, you cannot live in Sannabis ! Specially if, as your current place of living suggests, you are Pakistani. ... Read More
Need Second Hand Furnituires by attitude@123
Hi, I am looking for second hand furnitures and home appliances. Where can I get them in Bahrain. Which is better second hand or first hand? If first hand which are the good and comparitively inexpensive shops? Thanks and Regards attitude123!
Hi all, Lulu is quite expansive as far as electronics are concerned if I may say. Not because I'm working there but Geant is much more competitive. :D There is a long avenue going from Kuwait Av. to Isa town with 11 or 12 furniture stores. Down ... Read More
Looking for Poets, Spoken Word Artist, Singers, and Dancers
Hello Somethingnew and tanks for the opportunity given to our creative members. Maybe you could use the classified for better visibility ? You might get more contacts this way... Cheers Olivier Read More
Expat blog meeting - Dilmun Club, Saar Thursday 15th 8pm by Josnuggles
I am a member there so I can sign in non members. There is lots to do too. Reception will have a list of names and will guide you to where we will be meeting up. After the initial time together then people can drift off to do what they wish at ...
I think Jo's title should change from Contributor to Organiser :)Hi All, Congrats on the great party ! Thanks to Jo for organizing the event and for being quite active ! Thanks to all the people who came and made the nice evening happen. The idea ... Read More