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bilalamjad

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Pakistani expat in Saudi Arabia

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Pakistani

Speaks Urdu, English

Registration: 15 May 2017

bilalamjad
bilalamjad created a thread
7 years ago

Best Houseplants in Dammam, Saudi Arabian Climate

I have been experimenting a lot with houseplants for over 2 years now. Buying multiple types and sometimes the same plant after a while when earlier one dies. If you are an expat and keep a garden back home, you would be probably worried while ... Read More

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bilalamjad replied to a thread
8 years ago
Hasan2010

Modification of ID Card and Passport by Hasan2010

Aslamolaikum Warahmatullah Wabarakat I want to know about changing of marital status.I want to bring my wife to KSA and our marriage is registered with NADRA Pakistan and we have NADRA registered marriage certificate and my wife's NIC is also ...

bilalamjad

Important Thing.. If you do nothing now (and it is not required now). When you have kids and you will apply for their NICOP, you will be asked to renew your NICOP first and change marital status from single to Married though everything is in record ... Read More

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bilalamjad replied to a thread
8 years ago

Moving to Dhahran soon

Hi Pete, Compounds usually have internet service available from one of these companies in KSA (1. STC, 2. Zain & 3. Mobily). However, for your full convenience, you can buy your personal portable device from any of these vendors. welcome to ... Read More

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bilalamjad replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Online shopping in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Shopping online can be far more convenient and offer greater choice than going into shops, be it grocery shopping or retail. Are there options for online shopping in Saudi Arabia? Which sites or apps do you use most frequently ...

bilalamjad

Yes, based on your own convenience you can use Package Claiming service to let your shipment be in nearest parcel station of your choice. This request may take around 2 days. So make sure you request Package Claiming atleast before your shipment ... Read More

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bilalamjad replied to a thread
8 years ago

Home Gardeners - Share your experience

I have my insta profile with regular garden / plant posts in Dammam. Moreover, a blog I recently started for the gardening related posts. Read More

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bilalamjad replied to a thread
8 years ago
malisohail

Indoor plants in riyadh's climate by malisohail

Hi, Any suggestions on indoor plants which can survive for a longer time in riyadh's dry climate ? I am living in a flat and there is no possibility of having enough sunlight for nourishment. I am living in north hence i will appreciate if u can ...

bilalamjad

You can buy Snake Plant, Pothos, Cactus (Mexican, Holland), Heartleaf Philodendron. There are few others but expensive indoor plants that can sustain under flourescent lights even. I will make a post in Dammam forum on it. Meanwhile you can find my ... Read More

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bilalamjad replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Online shopping in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Shopping online can be far more convenient and offer greater choice than going into shops, be it grocery shopping or retail. Are there options for online shopping in Saudi Arabia? Which sites or apps do you use most frequently ...

bilalamjad

Gray17, It's not AliExpress who delivers. It is courier service you opt for while checking out on AliExpress. In scenario of China Air post, your post would be delivered by SaudiPost. This option is sometimes free or minimal charges. But, make ... Read More

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bilalamjad replied to a thread
8 years ago
redteleron

How to Apply for Driving License in KSA? (Im a Filipino) by redteleron

Hello, Is there someone can give me information on the step by step process in applying a Drivers License? Im not a Driver on my company so I should think I do this on my own. I just want to have a License for personal purposes. I have my ...

bilalamjad

If you have International Driver's license from your country with embossed stamp you can take it to Driving Centre. If current policies allow, they will accept this license and issue you saudi driver's license after you pay license fee. In ... Read More

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bilalamjad replied to a thread
8 years ago

Home Gardeners - Share your experience

I want to exchange Aloe Vera plant with any other succulent or cactus specie, anyone up? Read More

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bilalamjad created a thread
8 years ago

How did you learn speaking Arabic?

Expats, How did you learn Arabic as non-native in Saudi Arabia? Any coaching, practice or self learning? How is your experience? What you advise to new comers? Read More

bilalamjad
bilalamjad replied to a thread
8 years ago

Kaolin Clay Powder

You can buy online on Souq.com Read More

bilalamjad
bilalamjad replied to a thread
8 years ago
Gonfreecs

amazon by Gonfreecs

Hi anyone knows or try to order in amazon and deliver here in saudi arabia? I tried to order but an address is always problem please give any feedback thanks.

bilalamjad

Delivery of products from Amazon depend on the seller. It is possible, just include P.O.Box and ZIP Code in your address. You can see zip code from Google maps even. For P.O.Box you can ask the office staff or check outside your residential building ... Read More

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bilalamjad replied to a thread
8 years ago

Help Me Guys

You can still get free education online to develop some earning skills. 1 - Shaw Academy offers free online courses 2 - Khan Academy offers free online courses there are many others you can browse. If you want to earn money without education, you ... Read More

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bilalamjad replied to a thread
8 years ago
Salmaan87

What's can an expat do for fun in Saudi Arabia... by Salmaan87

Hey guys and gals... Just wanted to get some input from the expats in the various cities as to what they do or what an individual may do in their leisure time... Thanks people :top:

bilalamjad

I would continue the list based on my own interests here 10. Learn and Practice Arabic Language 11. Gardening 12. Night camping in desert spots and BBQ 13. Reading books, buy or get a library membership 14. Traveling. Saudi arabia with same size ... Read More

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bilalamjad replied to a thread
8 years ago
johnmiles

Can I bring a smokeless tobacco to saudi arabia? by johnmiles

Guys can someone tell me if I can bring some smokeless tobacco called naswar at my luggage for personal use to saudi arabia?

bilalamjad

Even poppy seed (Khashkhas) is not allowed. Though it used in heat relieving drink with addition of almonds, melon seeds, and sugar. If you are caught, you gonna be in trouble. Read More

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bilalamjad replied to a thread
8 years ago
Kenjee

Environmental protection in Saudi Arabia by Kenjee

Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in Saudi Arabia? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and selective ...

bilalamjad

Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in Saudi Arabia? Saudi is far behind. I see no initiatives visible to public accordingly. However, the ... Read More

bilalamjad
bilalamjad replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Online shopping in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Shopping online can be far more convenient and offer greater choice than going into shops, be it grocery shopping or retail. Are there options for online shopping in Saudi Arabia? Which sites or apps do you use most frequently ...

bilalamjad

Souq.com.sa I would rate it 8 out of 10 I have purchased things like book cabinet, lamp, fragrances (mostly), jewelry, cosmetic, adult toys, and gardening liquid items, All original and well packaged. Tracking and convenience of courier service is ... Read More

bilalamjad
bilalamjad replied to a thread
9 years ago

Home Gardeners - Share your experience

I sowed chilli seeds and this is what I came up with on 27 May 2017 . . Facebook.com/DMMHomeGardens . Here I often share progress of my experiments in my little ... Read More

bilalamjad
bilalamjad replied to a thread
9 years ago

Perlite (Horticultural variety) - A Growing Medium for Plants

Hi All, Anyone knows where can I find Perlite in Dammam. Arabian Vermacullite Industries (AVI) manufactures this product by name of Agrolite Perlite. It is used in garden beds mixed with soil to retain water and moisture. However, it can be used as ... Read More

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bilalamjad replied to a thread
9 years ago

Home Gardeners - Share your experience

Hi All, Being in Dammam, gardening seems tough yet. I'd appreciate if you live in Dammam and take gardening as a Hobby and love to grow stuff. I have a little variety, mostly bought from a local nursery. It includes both ornamental and ... Read More

bilalamjad
bilalamjad replied to a thread
9 years ago

Best Restaurant in Dammam

I tried The Butcher Shop (https://goo.gl/maps/JZowAPZm3Hq) and China Garden (https://goo.gl/maps/n9R9veyN88r). I recommend The Butcher shop (South African Cuisine) if you are meat lover. They offer variety of meat options (incl. steaks) and burgers. Read More

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bilalamjad joined Connecticut expat community
9 years ago