Kiki
@SlavicMuse
American expat in Serbia
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38
Contacts
10
About me
American
Lives in Belgrade
Speaks English, malo srpsokg
Registration: 21 January 2011
Serbian language by ivana.popovic
My name is Ivana Popovic and I am a Philology student with a real passion for education. I have been teaching both English and Serbian for ten years now and I always find new inspiration with every new student. I am energetic and professional as my ...
That letter generally comes from the institution you're taking the Serbian courses from. Where are you taking the courses? Read More
Just moved to Belgrade by sharon1821
Hello all!!! I just moved to Belgrade and am looking for a job (I bet you've read that ALOT on this forum!) If you know of anything going around (job wise) please please drop a hint here. I would really appreciate it!!! xxx
what kind of visa you have? are you tourist there?I have a visa called a vanbračna. They don't give it out really anymore unless you've had it before. I'm here with my Serbian boyfriend. My visa is similar to a common law visa. But they don't ... Read More
looking for an English teacher in Belgrade by cbau
Hiya, I am currently looking for an English Teacher in Belgrade. The person I am looking for has alrady some English skills, but is aiming for improvement. It shall be private lessons and ideally done by somebody, who has already experience in ...
Hiya slavic muse Yes indeed I did. Thank you very much. just had a day of madness and will come back to you tomorrow. Enjoy the sunshine cbauMost definitely! Just wanted to make sure you got it. :) Read More
looking for an English teacher in Belgrade by cbau
Hiya, I am currently looking for an English Teacher in Belgrade. The person I am looking for has alrady some English skills, but is aiming for improvement. It shall be private lessons and ideally done by somebody, who has already experience in ...
I will be moving to Belgrade in 2 weeks!What brings you to BG? Read More
looking for an English teacher in Belgrade by cbau
Hiya, I am currently looking for an English Teacher in Belgrade. The person I am looking for has alrady some English skills, but is aiming for improvement. It shall be private lessons and ideally done by somebody, who has already experience in ...
cbau, I hope you received my email. I sent it over the weekend. Read More
How to make friends in Serbia by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Serbia :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
Wish online forums can you please put me tru? Thank youWell, Facebook has the most probably. Just search Serbian groups. You could join LiveMocha and learn the language while meeting people. Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Belgrade
Many expats in general meet up via the Belgrade Foreign Visitors Club meetups that happen a minimum of once a month. Read More
Just moved to Belgrade by sharon1821
Hello all!!! I just moved to Belgrade and am looking for a job (I bet you've read that ALOT on this forum!) If you know of anything going around (job wise) please please drop a hint here. I would really appreciate it!!! xxx
Have you found something yet? It's really hard to find work here in Serbia right now. Locals can't find work, let alone foreigners. Read More
Thinking about it
My best advice, find work before you come here. I don't have ties to Serbia like you do. I did however pack up and move to Serbia 2.5 years ago to be with my boyfriend. My biggest problem was work. Still is to some extent but I always manage ... Read More
looking for an English teacher in Belgrade by cbau
Hiya, I am currently looking for an English Teacher in Belgrade. The person I am looking for has alrady some English skills, but is aiming for improvement. It shall be private lessons and ideally done by somebody, who has already experience in ...
What is the person's native tongue? Serbian? Contact me. I'm an English teacher here in Belgrade. I teach it as a second language. I cannot guarantee anything quite yet because my school year is about to begin and I'm not sure how many classes ... Read More
How to make friends in Serbia by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Serbia :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
Can any one get me a friend from serbian.The best way is to join online forums or Facebook groups that have Serbs in them. Read More
How to make friends in Serbia by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Serbia :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
Hey , is there any lebanese in belgradeI would hope so. There is a Lebanese restaurant near Saint Sava. Rarely do ethnic restaurants open here that aren't owned or operated by that ethnicity. :) Read More
Serbian language by ivana.popovic
My name is Ivana Popovic and I am a Philology student with a real passion for education. I have been teaching both English and Serbian for ten years now and I always find new inspiration with every new student. I am energetic and professional as my ...
I can vouch for Ivana! She's an amazing teacher with a heart of gold. She was my tutor until my schedule just got unpredictable. And as soon as I have a stable schedule again, I will hopefully be going back to Ivana for lessons. She's truly ... Read More
daily life how much it cost
That's a tough question to answer, honestly. It depends on many factors. Electricity and water will depend on your type of housing. Housing will depend on what you want and what you need. Food depends on things such as your tastes, cooking or ... Read More
notary?
BGFVC forum? what's this ?It's the Belgrade Foreign Visitor's Club... belgradefvc.com It's an amazing blog and forum and it generally the go to spot for anyone living here or wanting to live here. Much more relaxed than InterNations and there is ... Read More
IMPORTING FOREIGN CAR by yeyete2000
Hi everybody, I have working visa here and i would like to know the procedures to import my spanish car to Serbia, has anybody do it? What is the procedure? Thanks
I would talk to your embassy to see if they know of the procedures. I don't have a car here or back in the US. Too expensive for me to ship obviously so I sold everything before moving. But I would just email or visit your embassy. Read More
Public transportation in Belgrade by Armand
Hi all, What do you think about the means of transportation in Belgrade ? Is the network of means of transportation well developed? What modes of transport are available? Do you use them? How much is a fare? Are they relatively ...
Hi all, What do you think about the means of transportation in Belgrade ? Belgrade has a great public transport system. Plus taxis are everywhere, too. It's your choice. Is the network of means of transportation well developed? VERY well ... Read More
notary?
JDH - Why didn't you ask on the BGFVC forum? If you need the document in English and notarized - go to the embassy. If it's in Serbian, you'll need it officially translated into Serbian and then you can take it to a court or a municipality and have ... Read More
Hi to everyone
Best school is Azbukum for Serbian courses. Welcome to the forum!! And good luck with the job hunting. It's a bit of a vicious fight out there. What field of work are you looking to get into? And also, you're best bet is to visit the ... Read More
CELTA qualified teacher looking for work in Belgrade by georgesv
Hi I'm currently looking for work as an English teacher in Belgrade. I've just completed a CELTA course with a Pass B grade. My preference is to teach English although I'm open to other kinds of work. I start work as a solicitor in London in ...
Honestly, the best advice I can give you is good luck. It took me 7 months to find work here in BG as an English teacher. Some people find work quicker, some slower. The biggest problem is that fact that you'll need a visa. 80%, if not more, of ... Read More
Help with Serbian translation by NLJeffrey
I don't know if this is the correct forum but I'll post anyway: What does this mean: Svasta I sa tobom
It's hard to say without the rest of the text. It does translate as "Everything with you" but depending on context it could mean a little differently... but still similarly. Read More
Help with Serbian translation by NLJeffrey
I don't know if this is the correct forum but I'll post anyway: What does this mean: Svasta I sa tobom
It is probably "Свашта и са тобом" which is "And everything with you/Everything with you, also" or it could be Everything/Anything for you... but usually "for you" ... Read More
Relocate to Belgrade by GuestPoster0984
Hello, I come to this blog to find someone how can help to know more about the live in Belgrade, I working for a multinational company in Budapest, My company going to move the office to Belgrade next year I get a good job offer to moving there but ...
Mikel, The city is quite safe! Safer than most cities I've ever been in. I never feel worried or scared if I'm walking along real late at night. It is not expensive but it isn't always super cheap. They are slowly trying to raise prices on ... Read More
Language schools and employment in Belgrade by mserb
I am moving from New Zealand to Belgrade in June 2012. I have lived in NZ for six years. I'm originally from the UK. Can anyone guide me in the right direction for a good language school where I can take a part time Serbian language course? I speak ...
Best is to contact them. They will be running an intensive course for pre-intermediate/intermediate level in June if I remember correctly. They have other courses throughout the year also. Pricing depends on whether it is one-on-one or group, ... Read More
Language schools and employment in Belgrade by mserb
I am moving from New Zealand to Belgrade in June 2012. I have lived in NZ for six years. I'm originally from the UK. Can anyone guide me in the right direction for a good language school where I can take a part time Serbian language course? I speak ...
Glad to meet someone who's gone thru their program and liked it! Everyone I've met that's gone thru the one I did feels the same way I do. I wish I would have found Azbukum before I took the other course. If I have the money I will taking an ... Read More
Language schools and employment in Belgrade by mserb
I am moving from New Zealand to Belgrade in June 2012. I have lived in NZ for six years. I'm originally from the UK. Can anyone guide me in the right direction for a good language school where I can take a part time Serbian language course? I speak ...
That depends on your preference in learning. Do you want group, one on one, online, etc? I have recently purchased course and grammar book with exercises from Azbukum. Azbukum is technically located in Novi Sad but also holds classes in ... Read More
Tennis and Cycling
Hello! Welcome to Belgrade in advance. :) There are a plethora of sports clubs here. Almost on every corner it seems. Which is the best, that part I'm not sure about. Part of it will depend on what part of town you'll be in and what part of ... Read More
How to make friends in Serbia by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Serbia :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
The question is, "How to make Friends in Serbia" My answer is seek out the Evangelical Churches. The people there are always open to making friends. You do have to consider they usually have high moral standards which generally makes them safe to ... Read More
How to make friends in Serbia by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Serbia :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
Are there any British or Americans in Belgrade? I also really want to meet Serbians who I can practice Serbian with.I'm 'American' living in Beograd! Message me if you want! Pozdrav! Kiki Read More
Learning Serbian... by Maria João Tomás
Are there any schools for Portuguese or Enlish spoken people?
There are many courses of Serbian for foreigners... I have been through one course. I cannot say I was pleased with it. I have one software program and many books and websites I use to help me with learning the language. The best thing is to read ... Read More
VISA Issues by samneale
Hi all I'm new to the group but have been living in Belgrade for about six months now and I work here as an English teacher in a private language school. I am slightly concerned because I have just learnt of a new law change that could effect my ...
This is true. I am an English teacher here in Belgrade. I had to fight my boss tooth and nail to get my visa. Everything was turned in for processing the day before my 90 days. I have been in and out, but they have stopped that ability. The ... Read More
Jobs in Serbia by keden3
I am moving to Belgrade in 1 week. I have a teaching post but my husband who id travelling with me is likely to want to look for a job, possibly in a bar or similar. Does anybody know if this will be possible?
Keden, I do hope your husband can find work. Were you granted a visa with your job? What about him? Are you referring to Belgrade Foreign Visitors Club? They have a page on Facebook, for those that are on FB. They also have a regular ... Read More
Living in Belgrade
Bibouche, What makes you want to live in Belgrade? I love it here. I have been here since Jan 2010. I don't want to live anywhere else, unless I own a summer property in Greece or something. ;) Pozdrav, Kiki Read More