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nada hayah

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Malaysian citizen

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Malaysian

Lives in Kuala Lumpur

Speaks English Malay

Registration: 22 October 2015

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8 years ago
Chicaloc0

Anybody lived in Albania before? by Chicaloc0

Would like people's view on the country; economic, social etc

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OMG..i really freak out when I read tat i need to use parachute instead of plane..then after continue reading till the end..lol.. anyway I am planning to go there with my friends. We are gonna be in a group of 3 females. Is it safe for us to travel ... Read More

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8 years ago
GuestPoster7415

Women driving by GuestPoster7415

Hello I am creating this post to see if we can help each other gather the information that so far doesn't seem to be easily accessible. As they have announced that there is already a process in place for women who already hold an ...

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ook so now the women in saudi still not allowed to drive? when they gonna enforce it? I thought the ban supposed to be lifted by this year. It would be so much easier if women can drive without having to depend to man. So many places i wanna go in ... Read More

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8 years ago
GuestPoster7415

Women driving by GuestPoster7415

Hello I am creating this post to see if we can help each other gather the information that so far doesn't seem to be easily accessible. As they have announced that there is already a process in place for women who already hold an ...

nada hayah

So i heard saudi has lifted the ban on women driving this year. Happy to hear that. I have internation driving license. Can it be used then? Read More

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8 years ago
Gretah31

Obstacles for entering into marriage! by Gretah31

Can anyone share to me your ideas about the obstacles for entering into marriage?I would like to broaden my own ideas about this. Thank you so much...

nada hayah

Financial, family,..depends on how u look at things. i guess the real obstacles come from within. whether u wanna make it happen or not. whether u have faith in ur partner to spend ur life with him/her. Read More

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8 years ago
Christine

What do you like the most in Saudi Arabia? by Christine

Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Saudi Arabia? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Saudi Arabia and the reason why you ...

nada hayah

Mr Danish, Perhaps you can try search a job through recruitment agency. Or your can try look at the job posting in expat if there is any job vacancy that fits your qualifications and experience. Wishing you success in ur job search. I am pretty ... Read More

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8 years ago
Christine

What do you like the most in Saudi Arabia? by Christine

Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Saudi Arabia? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Saudi Arabia and the reason why you ...

nada hayah

Being closer to the Medina and Mecca is the reason why I would prefer Saudi besides its limited entertainment options. Getting old i guess, all i am seeking is solace and quieter live. Read More

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8 years ago
nada hayah

Current situation in Barcelona by nada hayah

Hye, I am travelling to barcelona with my friends this november. But because of the recent political tension in Barcelona now, is it safe to travel to that city? should we carry on with the travel plan or cancel it. Appreciate any advice. Thank ...

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i just came back from barcelona yesterday. At first i was considering to cancel the trip to barcelona, we planned to stay longer in madrid instead. But barcelona is kinda irresistible attraction not to go at all, so we decided to stay there for 3 ... Read More

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8 years ago
nada hayah

Current situation in Barcelona by nada hayah

Hye, I am travelling to barcelona with my friends this november. But because of the recent political tension in Barcelona now, is it safe to travel to that city? should we carry on with the travel plan or cancel it. Appreciate any advice. Thank ...

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okies.. I should have checked the forum before posted a new thread. Thank you for letting me know. I will check the forum and see what others say about it. Read More

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8 years ago
nada hayah

Current situation in Barcelona by nada hayah

Hye, I am travelling to barcelona with my friends this november. But because of the recent political tension in Barcelona now, is it safe to travel to that city? should we carry on with the travel plan or cancel it. Appreciate any advice. Thank ...

nada hayah

I am still waiting response from Malaysia embassy in Spain. Whether we should continue with the plan. I hope the situatiion will get better by next month. Thank you for the advice anyway :) Read More

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8 years ago

Public transport in Toulouse

Thank you so much for sharing me the link. It really helps me finding my way there easier. Regards, nada Read More

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nada hayah created a thread
8 years ago

Current situation in Barcelona

Hye, I am travelling to barcelona with my friends this november. But because of the recent political tension in Barcelona now, is it safe to travel to that city? should we carry on with the travel plan or cancel it. Appreciate any advice. Thank ... Read More

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8 years ago

Public transport in Toulouse

Hye all, I am visiting my friend this november. They live in Impasse De las Brugues Toulouse. I tried to search using the google map on the public transport to that area but it does not seem to integrate with the google map. I would appreciate if ... Read More

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9 years ago
Ryowa

I'm Uni student in Japan! Here to make some friends by Ryowa

Nice to meet you guys! My name is Ryowa. I'm from Japan🇯🇵 Currently I live in Kyoto where it has really lots of great places for the sightseeing like temples, shrines, and traditional Japanese cultural things....and so ...

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I was in kyoto just recently. While cycling in finding my way to arashiyama (I hope i spell it right) I cycled passed the Kyoto University. Was that your university? Kyoto is a very beautiful place. Seriously I have fallen in love with Japan. I ... Read More

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9 years ago
koonyn25

Make new friends in Kyoto by koonyn25

Hi everyone. I'm Marina from Japan and currently moved to Kyoto from Gifu. I would like to meet new people from all over the world. I love traveling so so so much! In my free time, I go out to drink, gym, go shopping and so on. Let's grab a ...

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Marina, i just missed the opportunity to meet up with you. I was in kyoto for a short vacation recently. It would b more fun to know some locals that could share some tips and stories though. I might come again to Japan. There are so many places in ... Read More

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9 years ago
Priscilla

Are you happy in Saudi Arabia? by Priscilla

Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Saudi Arabia? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in ...

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Totally understand ur frustration. We are in the same boat. But not all Saudis are bad. Some are really helpful and polite though like finding needle in a haystack. Just focus on ur objective of being here. Others dont matter. Keep ur chin up and be ... Read More

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9 years ago
Priscilla

Are you happy in Saudi Arabia? by Priscilla

Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Saudi Arabia? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in ...

nada hayah

I wish i cud try those. But unfortunately my company allows only the company's transports.. sigh.. Read More

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9 years ago
Oksana A

Pet export: personal experience anyone? by Oksana A

Hello there! I would appreciate if anyone shared their experiences about traveling with their pets OUT of KSA. I know the procedure but was wondering if anyone ever looks at export permit? I brought my cat from the USA 6 months ago and now we are ...

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I want to take my cat back with me to Malaysia. I read the procedure of taking pet out from KSA but i do not know how do I get the pet passport and microchip implant to my cat. Is there any personal or agent that I could hire to help me with it? ... Read More

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9 years ago
Priscilla

Common misconceptions and clichés about life in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Old clichés die hard, as the saying goes... and living in Saudi Arabia can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in Saudi Arabia? What ...

nada hayah

Our muftis as well have given out fatwa regarding this matter. as far what i know so long the female is with a group of female friends, the place they are going safe and intention is good then it is allowed for female to travel within female groups ... Read More

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9 years ago
Priscilla

Common misconceptions and clichés about life in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Old clichés die hard, as the saying goes... and living in Saudi Arabia can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in Saudi Arabia? What ...

nada hayah

My brain was saturated by stories from ppl saying in Saudi no matter what happen local will always be protected by their law. As an outsider expat will always bear the blame. For instance when u get involved in the car accident, the police will ... Read More

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9 years ago
azfar789

Secret Lake 20-30 km near Riyadh by azfar789

I heard there is some "secret lake" near Riyadh. its about 20-30 kms far from the city. Does any one has some idea where all the lakes in Riyadh are located?

nada hayah

All your pictures in your IG were all absolutely amazing images. I fall in love for every place in your picture. Thank you for sharing all the brilliant and stunning photos. I really adore technical element of each photo, and i wonder how they were ... Read More

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9 years ago
azfar789

Secret Lake 20-30 km near Riyadh by azfar789

I heard there is some "secret lake" near Riyadh. its about 20-30 kms far from the city. Does any one has some idea where all the lakes in Riyadh are located?

nada hayah

So u found the lake..congrats! Hope to see more pics of the lake. How do we get there? Mb u can share useful tips to come there. Read More

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9 years ago
azfar789

Secret Lake 20-30 km near Riyadh by azfar789

I heard there is some "secret lake" near Riyadh. its about 20-30 kms far from the city. Does any one has some idea where all the lakes in Riyadh are located?

nada hayah

if you managed to find the lake, pls share ur photos here. I am very intrigued with this "secret lake" . Hope u ill find it ;) Read More

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9 years ago
nada hayah

Driving in Jordan by nada hayah

My apology if this topic has been posted before. I am planning with my friends to spend few days in Jordan. I am not sure what are the best options and the most convenience way to go places in Jordan, is it by bus, taxi or renting a car. Thus I ...

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Thank you so much guys for the tidbits. Being a frugal traveller I just want to ensure the best option i could choose to make my trip within the budget without breaking a bank..hahaha..plus Jordanian currency is quite high against the riyal. so ... Read More

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9 years ago
nada hayah

Driving in Jordan by nada hayah

My apology if this topic has been posted before. I am planning with my friends to spend few days in Jordan. I am not sure what are the best options and the most convenience way to go places in Jordan, is it by bus, taxi or renting a car. Thus I ...

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if the Jordanians drivers' behavior are not erratic like in Saudi then I would opt to drive in Jordan. I would arrive at Amman airport, what would you guys suggest for me to visit first. I read on the internet they did not suggest to visit petra ... Read More

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9 years ago

Driving in Jordan

My apology if this topic has been posted before. I am planning with my friends to spend few days in Jordan. I am not sure what are the best options and the most convenience way to go places in Jordan, is it by bus, taxi or renting a car. Thus I ... Read More

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9 years ago
eflo311

Curious future Expat... by eflo311

Hello Everyone :), I decided to do some research and find a place I would be able to communicate with people currently living in or most recently relocated to Jubail. My husband's company has given him a heads up that his unit has the option of ...

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It happens in jeddah as well. They throw trashes into the sea n left many rubbish arnd their picnic area. They spoilt my mood to enjoy the see breeze. Read More

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10 years ago
hina chaudhary

ladies gym ? by hina chaudhary

hi i' m new in jubail . and looking for a ladies gym. can any1 help me . i live near to saudi airlines. thx

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Second that sir..! I gained 2kg since came here. I cant swim thus i guess the only activity i can do here is jogging arnd compound. Our gym is pathetic. I am looking for female gym arnd my area as well..but the fee is very expensive. The best i can ... Read More

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10 years ago
Nahmad28

Business Visa Extension by Nahmad28

Dear Team I have multiple visit business visa valid for 90 days and maximum stay of 30 days. I came on 8th March and did extension for 30 days in Riyadh on 4th April and it's valid till 7th May. Question: 1- Will I be able to extend 1 more ...

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can i know how do i apply the extension in visa office. The admin staff at my office always force me to do exit flight. It was tiring to do the turn around flight just to get your passport stamped. I know there should be any other ways but the admin ... Read More

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10 years ago
Nahmad28

Business Visa Extension by Nahmad28

Dear Team I have multiple visit business visa valid for 90 days and maximum stay of 30 days. I came on 8th March and did extension for 30 days in Riyadh on 4th April and it's valid till 7th May. Question: 1- Will I be able to extend 1 more ...

nada hayah

Thank you for this info! I have the same problem as well. I have another question i hope you cud shed some light on it. My duration of stay is 30 days a well. My last visa stamped to Saudi was on the 2nd of May. So by this 31st May i have to exit ... Read More

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10 years ago
Christine

In retrospect, would you move again to Saudi Arabia? by Christine

Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Saudi Arabia, would you heartily say "let’s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do ...

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Do i like KSA? Nope... The Saudis always think they are superior than any other nations. and think we are less than them. The one that I really cant tolerate, women are being deprived of their right to drive. But not all Arabs are bad. You got ... Read More

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10 years ago
Shemsa

Divorce to Saudi man by Shemsa

Hello everyone Pls I would like some advice. I'm married to a Saudi man and live in RIyadh.. I want a divorce for valid reasons.We have 2 children: 3 year old and 1 year old.. He says if we divorce he will take the children.. Is this correct? ...

nada hayah

Emarah is like the regional level for the MOI. Saudi can submit their application on their region or directly in Riyadh. The emarah then will be the one to submit it to MOI in Riyadh. Aftet the permission was granted, my husband went to Riyadh and ... Read More

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10 years ago
Lady_in_riyadh

Making it happen -> Funny, clever, expat company required in RIYADH! by Lady_in_riyadh

Hello everyone, Workaholic looking to make better use of her downtime! Very much missing my circle of friends at home so I need to start meeting people. Take a chance right? Dinner, walks, chats? Who is in Riyadh? Girls and guys. :D

nada hayah

What did i miss? My email inundated with notifications from this forum. So lady in riyadh i guess u can join mr buttercup2sweet4u pool and bbq party. But if u happen to be in KL just pm me and ill take u arnd KL insyaAllah. Ok guys take care. Read More

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10 years ago
nada hayah

Spay and neuter cost in in Jeddah by nada hayah

Assalammualaikum and a very good day to all, My compound has so many stray cats. Their numbers are increasing each month. I feel pity on them, because of the overpopulation the foods were always not enough to feed all of them days and nights. With ...

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Just an update. My cat has been successfully spayed last week. Alhamdulillah her surgical incision has getting better. I was charged for 500 riyal. The vet came to my compound and did the surgical at my villa. If anyone interested to get his number ... Read More

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10 years ago
Shemsa

Divorce to Saudi man by Shemsa

Hello everyone Pls I would like some advice. I'm married to a Saudi man and live in RIyadh.. I want a divorce for valid reasons.We have 2 children: 3 year old and 1 year old.. He says if we divorce he will take the children.. Is this correct? ...

nada hayah

I asked her whether they have the permission from the Saudi government for this marriage. The husband said yes he did. Otherwise the Qadi in Mecca would not do the Nikah. I am not sure how true was the story. Anyway what is Emarah? Is it a ministry ... Read More

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10 years ago
Shemsa

Divorce to Saudi man by Shemsa

Hello everyone Pls I would like some advice. I'm married to a Saudi man and live in RIyadh.. I want a divorce for valid reasons.We have 2 children: 3 year old and 1 year old.. He says if we divorce he will take the children.. Is this correct? ...

nada hayah

I feel the husband was trying to trick her into believing he has applied the iqama for her. I doubt if it is true. It has been almost 2 years+ now. Progress seems so stagnant. In fact arent they are supposed to back and forth to riyadh for this ... Read More

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10 years ago
Kachiun

Safety and Security in Port Moresby by Kachiun

Hi I am considering a move (on my own) to an office job in Port Moresby. I am researching as best I can however I would appreciate anyone who can provide the most recent opinion of the safety and security aspect in the city. I come from a mining ...

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my relative gonna be there for 2 mnth for working purpose. and his wife will follow him ..i really worry about their safety then. i should warn them to always stay on their guard. Read More

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10 years ago
Lady_in_riyadh

Making it happen -> Funny, clever, expat company required in RIYADH! by Lady_in_riyadh

Hello everyone, Workaholic looking to make better use of her downtime! Very much missing my circle of friends at home so I need to start meeting people. Take a chance right? Dinner, walks, chats? Who is in Riyadh? Girls and guys. :D

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What i ve been taught was to recite prayers before eat and not to spit into the food. Read More

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10 years ago
Lady_in_riyadh

Making it happen -> Funny, clever, expat company required in RIYADH! by Lady_in_riyadh

Hello everyone, Workaholic looking to make better use of her downtime! Very much missing my circle of friends at home so I need to start meeting people. Take a chance right? Dinner, walks, chats? Who is in Riyadh? Girls and guys. :D

nada hayah

I found it rather funny as well when my driving license is not valid here. Mb u cud suggest any other way i cud drive here without seeking any help of male friend? Read More

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10 years ago
Lady_in_riyadh

Making it happen -> Funny, clever, expat company required in RIYADH! by Lady_in_riyadh

Hello everyone, Workaholic looking to make better use of her downtime! Very much missing my circle of friends at home so I need to start meeting people. Take a chance right? Dinner, walks, chats? Who is in Riyadh? Girls and guys. :D

nada hayah

No harm of asking anyway. Dont be sarcastic if u found it not to the par of ur standard. Read More

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10 years ago
Lady_in_riyadh

Making it happen -> Funny, clever, expat company required in RIYADH! by Lady_in_riyadh

Hello everyone, Workaholic looking to make better use of her downtime! Very much missing my circle of friends at home so I need to start meeting people. Take a chance right? Dinner, walks, chats? Who is in Riyadh? Girls and guys. :D

nada hayah

the tickets u meant were airfares for flight only or it includes car or mini bus? rental car..hmmm.. so FEMALE group would have to hire a driver then..did they provide the driver or we have to bring our own male friend as driver..sorry sounds silly ... Read More

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10 years ago
Lady_in_riyadh

Making it happen -> Funny, clever, expat company required in RIYADH! by Lady_in_riyadh

Hello everyone, Workaholic looking to make better use of her downtime! Very much missing my circle of friends at home so I need to start meeting people. Take a chance right? Dinner, walks, chats? Who is in Riyadh? Girls and guys. :D

nada hayah

yes I managed to keep it within my budget, Alhamdulillah. but of course i didnt dine at fancy cafe. The fish sandwich was our main street food throughout our stay in Istanbul. It was delicious and cheap. I i went to cappadocia as well. Saved one ... Read More

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10 years ago
Lady_in_riyadh

Making it happen -> Funny, clever, expat company required in RIYADH! by Lady_in_riyadh

Hello everyone, Workaholic looking to make better use of her downtime! Very much missing my circle of friends at home so I need to start meeting people. Take a chance right? Dinner, walks, chats? Who is in Riyadh? Girls and guys. :D

nada hayah

One of our compound's driver said the same thing about it too. Have to apply for permit to go there. Read More

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10 years ago
rareshine

studying for Masters in KSA by rareshine

Hello to all, Is there a uni. in KSA that will accept expats to study for their Masters? Any info would be helpful. I am thinking something in the lines of what I did here in the states - work during the day, study at night. Thanks in advance.

nada hayah

When i was first started working here i thought that i could do the credit transfer for my master with university here. Unfortunately from the survey i did single woman is not allowed to enrol unless their mahram presence in saudi as well. Well, i ... Read More

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10 years ago
Lady_in_riyadh

Making it happen -> Funny, clever, expat company required in RIYADH! by Lady_in_riyadh

Hello everyone, Workaholic looking to make better use of her downtime! Very much missing my circle of friends at home so I need to start meeting people. Take a chance right? Dinner, walks, chats? Who is in Riyadh? Girls and guys. :D

nada hayah

thank you for the reminder brother. InsyaAllah i just wanna visit there as a reminder to myself as well. Stories from the Quran are the lessons for us to live by. Read More

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10 years ago
dr_fakhri

Squash by dr_fakhri

Hi everyone I am looking for someone to play squash with, If anyone interested please let me know , thanks

nada hayah

i love playing squash too. but my compound has no squash court. i cudnt find any squash court nearby me. i mean for female. Read More

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10 years ago
smithc24

Arabic classes in Riyadh by smithc24

Hi all Does anyone on here attend Arabic classes in Riyadh? Is anyone interested in going to classes if not? I've just moved here for the next year or so and am looking to take a class once a week. Chris

nada hayah

this is only for riyadh or other places in Saudi as well? Read More

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10 years ago
Lady_in_riyadh

Making it happen -> Funny, clever, expat company required in RIYADH! by Lady_in_riyadh

Hello everyone, Workaholic looking to make better use of her downtime! Very much missing my circle of friends at home so I need to start meeting people. Take a chance right? Dinner, walks, chats? Who is in Riyadh? Girls and guys. :D

nada hayah

yes..can meet up somewhere..just arrived jeddah last week..cant believe i still jetlag..hehehe.. Read More

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10 years ago
Lady_in_riyadh

Making it happen -> Funny, clever, expat company required in RIYADH! by Lady_in_riyadh

Hello everyone, Workaholic looking to make better use of her downtime! Very much missing my circle of friends at home so I need to start meeting people. Take a chance right? Dinner, walks, chats? Who is in Riyadh? Girls and guys. :D

nada hayah

I really wanna visit the madaain Saleh as well. It is a story mentioned in Al-Quran, the people of Thamud. I hope to witness it with my own eyes the real life proof. InsyaAllah hopefully one day we can visit there. Read More

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10 years ago
Lady_in_riyadh

Making it happen -> Funny, clever, expat company required in RIYADH! by Lady_in_riyadh

Hello everyone, Workaholic looking to make better use of her downtime! Very much missing my circle of friends at home so I need to start meeting people. Take a chance right? Dinner, walks, chats? Who is in Riyadh? Girls and guys. :D

nada hayah

i second that. maybe you could put in event section calling for participants. I have browsed a few agencies..but to my surprise the cost, even within Saudi is even more expensive compared if i were to travel outside. Last time I only spent 2600 ... Read More

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10 years ago
nada hayah

Spay and neuter cost in in Jeddah by nada hayah

Assalammualaikum and a very good day to all, My compound has so many stray cats. Their numbers are increasing each month. I feel pity on them, because of the overpopulation the foods were always not enough to feed all of them days and nights. With ...

nada hayah

Can anyone share with me any good vet who does not cost more than 300 riyal for spaying. I need a vet that could come to my compound. Apparently some vets that i have gotten their numbers were either too busy to return my call or charging me for 650 ... Read More

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10 years ago
mustafaalfaraj

making friends with Saudis by mustafaalfaraj

Is any native english speakers interested to get to know a saudi? Or is it not allowed to make friendship with locals? I just joined today. I have live in the U.S for 4 years and it's been 2 years since then. I would like to get to know people ...

nada hayah

if u meant native..there a lots of online language exchange you can have a conversation with native english speakers for free. or just join native english ppl forum. Anyway I dont see a clear dividing line why some ppl prefer to talk to native ... Read More

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10 years ago
Lady_in_riyadh

Making it happen -> Funny, clever, expat company required in RIYADH! by Lady_in_riyadh

Hello everyone, Workaholic looking to make better use of her downtime! Very much missing my circle of friends at home so I need to start meeting people. Take a chance right? Dinner, walks, chats? Who is in Riyadh? Girls and guys. :D

nada hayah

I am workaholic but I do have lots of time to spend during offdays as well. But having to totally depend on our company's shuttle to go somewhere is irritating plus with all the obnoxious management ppl who always too strict in our movement. I ... Read More

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10 years ago
Shemsa

Divorce to Saudi man by Shemsa

Hello everyone Pls I would like some advice. I'm married to a Saudi man and live in RIyadh.. I want a divorce for valid reasons.We have 2 children: 3 year old and 1 year old.. He says if we divorce he will take the children.. Is this correct? ...

nada hayah

Thank you for ur advice sister. I always feel pity on my friend. There were time when the husband was away with his first wife for holiday he would not even dare to call or text her. Sometimes months passed without any call or textz from the ... Read More

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10 years ago
nada hayah

Spay and neuter cost in in Jeddah by nada hayah

Assalammualaikum and a very good day to all, My compound has so many stray cats. Their numbers are increasing each month. I feel pity on them, because of the overpopulation the foods were always not enough to feed all of them days and nights. With ...

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rareshine, can I know that cost was for male or female cat? Read More

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10 years ago
Mimikz80

Meet up in Istanbul? by Mimikz80

Anybody knows places of interest here? Most people in Istanbul cant speak English. If u happen to be in Istanbul n free, let's meet up for sightseeing ot chat over meals. If there's anyone loves baking, would be a plus point so that u can ...

nada hayah

Assalammualaikum rafika, If you are in Istanbul this April maybe we can meet up somewhere and have a cup of apple tea (i am sooo addicted to that tea!!). InsyaAllah I am taking a flight from Jeddah to Sabeha Gokcen Aiport and stop there in 2 or 3 ... Read More

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10 years ago

Spay and neuter cost in in Jeddah

Assalammualaikum and a very good day to all, My compound has so many stray cats. Their numbers are increasing each month. I feel pity on them, because of the overpopulation the foods were always not enough to feed all of them days and nights. With ... Read More

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10 years ago
nada hayah

Exceed duration of stay by nada hayah

Assalammualaikum and a very good day to all, I am not sure if this issue has been posted before. My apology if it has been answered before. My colleague's visa is only 90 days (working visa). In her passport the duration of stay is 30 days. We ...

nada hayah

Our company is not a saudi company. hence, no iqama can be issued under our company. that's why we only obtain a working visa throughout our live in here. Last time the duration of stay is 90 days. but starting this year we only been obtained 90 ... Read More

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10 years ago
Shemsa

Divorce to Saudi man by Shemsa

Hello everyone Pls I would like some advice. I'm married to a Saudi man and live in RIyadh.. I want a divorce for valid reasons.We have 2 children: 3 year old and 1 year old.. He says if we divorce he will take the children.. Is this correct? ...

nada hayah

Shemsa, feel sorry of the situation you are in. How are you now sister? How re things between you and your husband now? Allah SWT will never closes a door of blessing of His servant, except that He opens for the servant 2 other doors of blessing. ... Read More

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10 years ago
nada hayah

Exceed duration of stay by nada hayah

Assalammualaikum and a very good day to all, I am not sure if this issue has been posted before. My apology if it has been answered before. My colleague's visa is only 90 days (working visa). In her passport the duration of stay is 30 days. We ...

nada hayah

Our company is not a saudi company. hence, no iqama can be issued under our company. that's why we only obtain a working visa throughout our live in here. Last time the duration of stay is 90 days. but starting this year we only been obtained 90 ... Read More

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10 years ago

Exceed duration of stay

Assalammualaikum and a very good day to all, I am not sure if this issue has been posted before. My apology if it has been answered before. My colleague's visa is only 90 days (working visa). In her passport the duration of stay is 30 days. We ... Read More

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10 years ago
dream31

Japanese restaurant in jeddah by dream31

Hi there, please someone help me find a japanese restaurant here in jeddah that offer ramen noddles. Im craving for ramen for already 1 week and i dont know where to go. Your help is highly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

nada hayah

i have tried it before. yup..it is a good Japanese restaurant and i highly recommend you to try the foods there. but it is a bit far from my compound though. Cab is easy to get from there as well. Itadakimasu...haiitt Read More

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10 years ago
Homoud.only

Do and don't in Saudi Arabia - 2015 by Homoud.only

[quote=lifcrazy]Hi That's true , but still the expenses her cheaper than other countries beside Tax Free, Thanks[/quote] i think those are the most advantage living here (:

nada hayah

where is the location of Rakah? Sorry though work here almost 2 years i dont get to spend outside so much by our company. how much would it cost me for horse riding? Read More

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10 years ago
eflo311

Curious future Expat... by eflo311

Hello Everyone :), I decided to do some research and find a place I would be able to communicate with people currently living in or most recently relocated to Jubail. My husband's company has given him a heads up that his unit has the option of ...

nada hayah

I have been living in Jeddah saudi for almost 2 yrs. though came from a Muslim country as well but I had a difficulty to adjust my life here at first. Especially when I have to rely on our company's drivers all the time to fetch and send us from ... Read More

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10 years ago
nada hayah

Is it safe for woman to travel there? by nada hayah

Assalammualaikum all, I plan to travel to bosnia as well with my friend. Is it safe for woman to travel there?

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I saw pictures of my friend in her facebook during her visit to bosnia. Bosnia has many picturesque places and beautiful in nature. But my friend went there with an agent. I guess I love to explore on my own thus offers more freedom. We might spend ... Read More

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10 years ago
nada hayah

Is it safe for woman to travel there? by nada hayah

Assalammualaikum all, I plan to travel to bosnia as well with my friend. Is it safe for woman to travel there?

nada hayah

We havent decided yet how many days we gonna stay in Bosnia as we do have other places to visit as well. but your help in sharing tips and advice is really appreciated. When is the best time to visit bosnia anyway? I dont want too cold till i prefer ... Read More

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10 years ago
nada hayah

Is it safe for woman to travel there? by nada hayah

Assalammualaikum all, I plan to travel to bosnia as well with my friend. Is it safe for woman to travel there?

nada hayah

We planned to go there on our own without the tourist guide as we always did before. Is it difficult to travel in Bosnia without a tourist guide? But if anyone have good tips to share to make my travelling to Bosnia smooth and easy would appreciate ... Read More

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10 years ago

Is it safe for woman to travel there?

Assalammualaikum all, I plan to travel to bosnia as well with my friend. Is it safe for woman to travel there? Read More

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10 years ago
nada hayah

Private Arabic tutor in Jeddah by nada hayah

Assalammualaikum and a very good day to all, Is anyone know any private teacher I can hire to teach me arabic language in Jeddah? Since going out is not easy (due my company policy) I need someone that could come to my compound and deliver a private ...

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Thank you bhavna for the infos shared. :) Read More

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10 years ago
Homoud.only

Do and don't in Saudi Arabia - 2015 by Homoud.only

[quote=lifcrazy]Hi That's true , but still the expenses her cheaper than other countries beside Tax Free, Thanks[/quote] i think those are the most advantage living here (:

nada hayah

hahahaha...Akprince..re you stalking the saudia airlines crews compound? I dont live there. unfortunately..our compound is way smaller than saudi city. even the drivers allowed us to drive there it would be few meter drive away...hehehe.. Read More

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10 years ago
Homoud.only

Do and don't in Saudi Arabia - 2015 by Homoud.only

[quote=lifcrazy]Hi That's true , but still the expenses her cheaper than other countries beside Tax Free, Thanks[/quote] i think those are the most advantage living here (:

nada hayah

Hahaha...even inside the compound those drivers would not allow us to drive...not just car.. even bicycle I cant even ride here..sigh..good thing is..i feel like a princess here. I have driver wherever I wanna go..sorry not wherever..to places that ... Read More

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10 years ago
nada hayah

Private Arabic tutor in Jeddah by nada hayah

Assalammualaikum and a very good day to all, Is anyone know any private teacher I can hire to teach me arabic language in Jeddah? Since going out is not easy (due my company policy) I need someone that could come to my compound and deliver a private ...

nada hayah

AKPrince. Thank you for the suggestion. InsyaAllah I have no issue in reading the Quran. Maybe I need to polish up more on the Tajweed. I do have the translation for the Quran, nevertheless some of words need more deeper knowledge in linguistic to ... Read More

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10 years ago
nada hayah

Private Arabic tutor in Jeddah by nada hayah

Assalammualaikum and a very good day to all, Is anyone know any private teacher I can hire to teach me arabic language in Jeddah? Since going out is not easy (due my company policy) I need someone that could come to my compound and deliver a private ...

nada hayah

AkPrince. I wanna learn a standard Arabic language. I mean not an informal arabic dialect. At least I could understand the Quran a little bit when recites. Since my company policy is very strict in allowing female staff to go in and out from ... Read More

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10 years ago
nada hayah

Interesting Places In Jeddah by nada hayah

Assalammualaikum and a very good day to all, I have been working in Jeddah or almost 2 years now. Throughout this 2 years I only been visiting common places like mall (Arabian mall, Red sea..ect) and obhur. I am planning to organise a picnic day ...

nada hayah

Thank You for all the replies and suggestions. I have been busy with work and studies off late didnt get a chance to visit this site. Along the way to MovenPick resort there is a beautiful beach. But I am not sure whether it is for the hotel ... Read More

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10 years ago

Private Arabic tutor in Jeddah

Assalammualaikum and a very good day to all, Is anyone know any private teacher I can hire to teach me arabic language in Jeddah? Since going out is not easy (due my company policy) I need someone that could come to my compound and deliver a private ... Read More

nada hayah
nada hayah replied to a thread
10 years ago
Homoud.only

Do and don't in Saudi Arabia - 2015 by Homoud.only

[quote=lifcrazy]Hi That's true , but still the expenses her cheaper than other countries beside Tax Free, Thanks[/quote] i think those are the most advantage living here (:

nada hayah

Thing that really drives me crazy here...women not allowed to drivee... waaaa... sob sob sob..i hope i dont forget my driving skill when I am back to my country... Read More

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10 years ago
IBshann

Expat-Meet Ups ! (Jeddah) by IBshann

Hello Friends, you guys are really cool and i see we should have like weekly meeting or something like that, to know each other also you can bring your friends and have fun as a big group, what ya'll thing? is it good idea? there are millions ...

nada hayah

That wud be a great idea to meet up among us..But problem for a female here (at least for me) we cant simply go to any event without permission of the company. In and out must be with the company shuttle...sighhh... I really miss driving... Read More

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10 years ago

Interesting Places In Jeddah

Assalammualaikum and a very good day to all, I have been working in Jeddah or almost 2 years now. Throughout this 2 years I only been visiting common places like mall (Arabian mall, Red sea..ect) and obhur. I am planning to organise a picnic day ... Read More

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