aligirl
Spanish expat in Egypt
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Spanish
Lives in Cairo
Speaks Spanish, English, German, French and learning Arabic
Registration: 08 May 2011
Emergencies: When the doorbell is ringing in the middle of the night? by thenomad
Last night at 4am I suddenly woke up by the sound of the ringing doorbell. I heard that there was somebody in front of the entrance door of my flat in the 4th floor in Cairo. A burglar who is checking if somebody is at home? I grabbed my mobile and ...
what a great idea, now we need egyptian bodyguards.. omg..:rolleyes: i got myself a DOG, best solution ever. Read More
Everyday life in Egypt - Very important Advices & Tips by adam khaled
Hey Expatriates, This is Adam Khaled From Cairo Egypt, Firstly I would like to thank the blog creators & all the "expat-blog" team for their great efforts & unlimited support . Im a member since 2010 and I really miss passing by the blog long time ...
Well i will disagree with the whole part about the herrassment, how can u say it's not so bad when 87% of the women in this country are suffering it??? i include myself, and it is really something i NEVER experienced so in any of the countries ihave ... Read More
female Friend required for mohammad.abozid@yahoo.com by mohammadabozid
Hi dear females 1 last Party before Christmas Holidays This Friday in Zamalek FRANCO-ARAB Night. PLACE: SWAY CLUB -BORA BORA- GABALAYA ST, ZAMALIK CAIRO, on the Nile!!! ENTERTAINMENT: DJ TACKY France, DJ Criss Egypt + Dance Act. Music Style: RAI ...
to me it sounds like the guy confused us with an "escort service"... Read More
Is Egypt really that bad? by Adam4449
Every time I ask an Egyptian about living in Egyptian I hear nothing but negative things. It can't be that bad. If Egypt is that bad, what would you call Mexico City, New York City in the 80's or even Cairo right after the revolution. I feel that ...
I mean that nothing there is so great and nothing here is so great. This is my only point. .well all i meant is egyptian dont have to leave their country and go to europe cuz they thinking that europe is better living than egypt if they dont have ... Read More
Is Egypt really that bad? by Adam4449
Every time I ask an Egyptian about living in Egyptian I hear nothing but negative things. It can't be that bad. If Egypt is that bad, what would you call Mexico City, New York City in the 80's or even Cairo right after the revolution. I feel that ...
how egyptian can have family in europe to help them i dont understand ?egyptian goes to europe, marries and has kids there and in the mean time helps the family back in egypt, i dont think it is so weird. Read More
Is Egypt really that bad? by Adam4449
Every time I ask an Egyptian about living in Egyptian I hear nothing but negative things. It can't be that bad. If Egypt is that bad, what would you call Mexico City, New York City in the 80's or even Cairo right after the revolution. I feel that ...
I mean that nothing there is so great and nothing here is so great. This is my only point. I know there are egyptians working all around the world legally, and that they dont only clean and build. They also study, go to universities, etc. A lot of ... Read More
Is Egypt really that bad? by Adam4449
Every time I ask an Egyptian about living in Egyptian I hear nothing but negative things. It can't be that bad. If Egypt is that bad, what would you call Mexico City, New York City in the 80's or even Cairo right after the revolution. I feel that ...
I live in NYC an I had an accident 6 months ago and till today I can't find a job because I'm not ablle to dot job any more . My cousin was working for one of the biggest compnay in the US he loat his jib 4 years ago and he still can't find a job ... Read More
Is Egypt really that bad? by Adam4449
Every time I ask an Egyptian about living in Egyptian I hear nothing but negative things. It can't be that bad. If Egypt is that bad, what would you call Mexico City, New York City in the 80's or even Cairo right after the revolution. I feel that ...
but in europe or US ..who will help you if you didnt have job or someone give you money for living you will be a homeless or any EU government will send you back home..i can assure you that in Europe there's also families and friends to help out. ... Read More
Racism in Egypt by Guestposter36
Im kind of getting sick and tired of dealing with racism in Cairo. I think I reached my boiling point yesterday at Cafe Mex in Heliopolis. I was sitting with a friend of mine and 2 guys in arabic said "since when do slaves come to a classy place ...
Salaam, actually, i was always defending that egyptian were not racist against me, but reading you made me remember, that in various ocations i was with the egyptians, someone black passed by and they did laugh or comment negatively. Courage to ... Read More
5 good reasons for living in Egypt by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Egypt, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
OK! I had I little, but very little suspect, that you were taking me for granted. Look... it's strange to see women going in swimming pool completely covered from head to feetI think each woman has the right to wear what she wants, inside and out of ... Read More
5 good reasons for living in Egypt by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Egypt, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
I never have seen women drive a car in Egypt...... I saw very few women around or have a job in Egypt. Sorry, It's a really sad lifestyle.you have never saw a woman driving in Egypt?? In what country are you living? they're lots... pls check before ... Read More
Safety in Egypt by dannysuz
I want to tour Egypt in Nov 2012. Is it safe to travel in Egypt ? I am a chinese. Any advise ?
Yes, ok, it's safe but sometimes and some places...let's not exagerate.. and the good ppl protect, but lets's be real there's a lot of hustling and herrasing in certain areas.. There is a topic, opened by don moe i think that treats this subjects ... Read More
5 good reasons for living in Egypt by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Egypt, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
1. I am never bored, everyday something new and unpredicted happens, any where in the street, at work, etc. 2. The weather 3. The super energetic music 4. Family parties and weddings 5. The beautiful red sea I could go on and on... Read More
Hurghada in Two Weeks by davist18leo
Greetings to all, I will be relocating to Hurghada in two weeks form the US. I just wanted to know if anyone is living in Hurghada and have weekly gathering for expats.
Hi, I think I replied to your post previously in regards to moving to hurghada. If you are a professional nurse and look for job in this area, Im not sure hurghada is the right place. It does not have great hospitals, as you enquired before, nor ... Read More
worried about moving by mydream
Hi I am due to come to Cairo and I have to say I am a bit worried now after hearing so many scary stories. People have told me NEVER let anyone know you are alone in your apartment and NEVER go out alone. I wear Islamic clothing as I am a ...
Dear mydream, I dont think it is so terrible...these horrible things really do happen, but it is usualy in specific areas and in a tremendous huge city. I think it is ok for you to come if its your wish to do so. Try not to go alone at night, ... Read More
Egyptian ID by Tawfikmaxine
Hi, Is thee any English people who have done their Egyptian ID recently at Mongamma? If so could you let me know what you had to take with you? Also if you have done it can you tell me how long that it has taken, for you to receive the ID? I have ...
how do u change ur name in Egypt? u said u got a new name...It was obligatory, egyptian names are composed by the surname following the 4 names of the father and in spain surname, father/mother family name and father/mother family name (parents may ... Read More
Egyptian ID by Tawfikmaxine
Hi, Is thee any English people who have done their Egyptian ID recently at Mongamma? If so could you let me know what you had to take with you? Also if you have done it can you tell me how long that it has taken, for you to receive the ID? I have ...
how they issued u a birth certificate while u r born in spain?I guess for burocratic reasons, but it does state where I was born. Read More
Egyptian ID by Tawfikmaxine
Hi, Is thee any English people who have done their Egyptian ID recently at Mongamma? If so could you let me know what you had to take with you? Also if you have done it can you tell me how long that it has taken, for you to receive the ID? I have ...
I went to Mugamma to make a residence visa but one offices wrote a letter and sent me with it to el Abasseya to the Civil Register, there they issued my egyptian birth certificate (altough I was born in Spain) and 10 days later had my ID and a new ... Read More
does anyone else feel the same...? by MrsIsmail
I remember being that girl. You know the one, that loves Egypt, wants to leave the life she knows for a new adventure in a foreign land, joins different websites to see what other people are experiencing. At that time, no one could of said anything ...
About the question made by Mrs Ismail, I feel days like that, sad and small because there is so much to do, but at the same time I don't want to leave because I am very happy here. Depends on the day. Insha'Allah everything will be better, we ... Read More
does anyone else feel the same...? by MrsIsmail
I remember being that girl. You know the one, that loves Egypt, wants to leave the life she knows for a new adventure in a foreign land, joins different websites to see what other people are experiencing. At that time, no one could of said anything ...
The current immigration system does not actually do a favour to unemployed Egyptians, as foreigners are often working on a tourist visa for low wages, taking away the job to those who have more rights on it. Egyptian companies are equally ... Read More
does anyone else feel the same...? by MrsIsmail
I remember being that girl. You know the one, that loves Egypt, wants to leave the life she knows for a new adventure in a foreign land, joins different websites to see what other people are experiencing. At that time, no one could of said anything ...
I have to say that I have never ever received any racist attitude from anyone in this country, only lots of love wherever I go. I am also half egyptian and I felt more racism in Spain for being muslim than here for looking foreign. Read More
Getting married in Egypt by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Egypt or who are about to get married in Egypt to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Egypt? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
if its a second marriage it would not be legal in any country that does not allow polygamy. like in the states they will only recognize the first marriage. which in my opinion is wrong. an orfi marriage would be the same as living together and not ... Read More
Getting married in Egypt by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Egypt or who are about to get married in Egypt to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Egypt? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
With regard to thetopic of would the marraige be legal in another country............the technical answer is yes but you really need to take legal advice on it. A contract exists and therefore the marraige exists anywhere in the world. It is all ... Read More
Getting married in Egypt by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Egypt or who are about to get married in Egypt to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Egypt? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed couple ...
Right, because for example as a Spanish if I dont marry in the Embassy it will never be recognized in my country and therefore I would loose some of my rights. The marriage in the Civil Register in Egypt would NOT be valid. Read More
to egyptians and all expats! lets fight it by me.expat
Hi everyone. Im new on this forum. I have been living in Cairo for over a year now- Nasr City. Please explain, advise, comment: why boys, mens (egyptians) behave in such a bad way once they see a foreigner? Im a woman and its really hard for me to ...
The girls who wear hijab and tight clothes are rebelling against the system. I blame the parents(especially the mothers) for allowing them to do it. I find the egyptian mothers are sadly lacking in parenting skills and let their kids run around with ... Read More
to egyptians and all expats! lets fight it by me.expat
Hi everyone. Im new on this forum. I have been living in Cairo for over a year now- Nasr City. Please explain, advise, comment: why boys, mens (egyptians) behave in such a bad way once they see a foreigner? Im a woman and its really hard for me to ...
No words...what Islam sais about looking to other people´s atractives is to lower your look and look elsewhere- not to herrass!!! Really, Layla, with women like you we will never solve this issue, as you are once and again excusing such horrible ... Read More
to egyptians and all expats! lets fight it by me.expat
Hi everyone. Im new on this forum. I have been living in Cairo for over a year now- Nasr City. Please explain, advise, comment: why boys, mens (egyptians) behave in such a bad way once they see a foreigner? Im a woman and its really hard for me to ...
Im not judging.. its my opinion.. much different than judging. also in the Qur'an it says women should wear loose fitting garments as not to expose the shape of our bodies. that is the law of Allah and can not be mistaken otherwise. What is ... Read More
Is it safe to travel to Egypt now? by AdamSpeed
Hello everyone, I'm a 23 year old Egyptian currently studying in Ottawa, Canada, but I was hoping to travel back to Egypt for the summer (august), but a couple of people including my parents have advised me not to considering what's currently going ...
Salaam, i would say, if you dont live in Tahrir, everything else is going back to normal, alhmadulillah. Read More
to egyptians and all expats! lets fight it by me.expat
Hi everyone. Im new on this forum. I have been living in Cairo for over a year now- Nasr City. Please explain, advise, comment: why boys, mens (egyptians) behave in such a bad way once they see a foreigner? Im a woman and its really hard for me to ...
theyre lazy! its also not islamic at all.What is not Islamic at all is to JUDGE like you just did. The best hiyab, is the one we wear in our hearts. Read More
to egyptians and all expats! lets fight it by me.expat
Hi everyone. Im new on this forum. I have been living in Cairo for over a year now- Nasr City. Please explain, advise, comment: why boys, mens (egyptians) behave in such a bad way once they see a foreigner? Im a woman and its really hard for me to ...
Maybe both of you SHOULD read exactly what I wrote,as I mean nowadays only due for what's happening in streets! Enjoy :DHey Don Moe, maybe you missunderstood me, I was thanking Geely for the articles she posted. I found them very touching and ... Read More
to egyptians and all expats! lets fight it by me.expat
Hi everyone. Im new on this forum. I have been living in Cairo for over a year now- Nasr City. Please explain, advise, comment: why boys, mens (egyptians) behave in such a bad way once they see a foreigner? Im a woman and its really hard for me to ...
The girls who wear hijab and tight clothes are rebelling against the system. I blame the parents(especially the mothers) for allowing them to do it. I find the egyptian mothers are sadly lacking in parenting skills and let their kids run around with ... Read More
to egyptians and all expats! lets fight it by me.expat
Hi everyone. Im new on this forum. I have been living in Cairo for over a year now- Nasr City. Please explain, advise, comment: why boys, mens (egyptians) behave in such a bad way once they see a foreigner? Im a woman and its really hard for me to ...
* Don't travel alone. Sounds sinister, but it\'s not. Cairo is generally quite safe. A woman on her own here is seen in two ways generally. Either you are \'open-minded\' or a \'damsel in distress\'. The first will mean you can handle yourself and ... Read More
What is most important to you in your life ?! by Queen Cleopatra
For me family is the most important because they are the ones that will be there for you no matter what. I've found that through all of the issues that I've had in my life my family ( father & mother ) were always there for me no matter what's ...
I say family and freedom :) Read More
new laws in egypt for workpermit and urfi? by layali
hi all! there are big discussions between me and friends here in hurghada...no one knows realy, what's going on. so my question to all: 1. workpermit and resident visa for foreigners-are there any other dicissions made till now from new ...
You do not need a residence permit to open a bank account if you old a EU nationality(Western EU only). A 6 months visa is sufficient to open a bank account. Americans cannot open a bank account easily due to change of legislation in USA. Most banks ... Read More
WARNING FOR EXPATS by LorriC
PLEASE READ AND BE VERY AWARE - This is more for expat women in Egypt, you DO need to read this it will scare the sh#t out of you - it is the report of a British woman attacked in Tahrir a couple of days ago and may well be the consequence of State ...
Interesting article... One of the worst things about all this, apart of the horrible feelings this girl will carry around for the rest of her life, is the fact that the revolution has been stolen from us women. Now, with all these news in the last ... Read More
Getting Married in Egypt by alimirza
Hello Guys Im an Expat and got engaged with an Egyption girl, Now I'm planning to get married but things are not that easy as it seems, can anyone guide me about the procedure for Ministry of Justice ?
Hadn't I had a family and children to support (and hence I care about not losing my job), I would've smacked him .......:D:D:D Read More
Getting Married in Egypt by alimirza
Hello Guys Im an Expat and got engaged with an Egyption girl, Now I'm planning to get married but things are not that easy as it seems, can anyone guide me about the procedure for Ministry of Justice ?
The discussion wasn't whethr men in the UK beat their wives or not (but just for the record if they did and she went to the police and reported him - he would be arrested and he could go to prison - here the police would just laugh in her face and ... Read More
Getting Married in Egypt by alimirza
Hello Guys Im an Expat and got engaged with an Egyption girl, Now I'm planning to get married but things are not that easy as it seems, can anyone guide me about the procedure for Ministry of Justice ?
I think in Egypt women (and men) may add clauses to the marriage contract, like for example: to get divorced as soon as she desires. If ppl would do things responsibly and step by step, they would probably not face such problems or at least less. Read More
Posts "REPORT" by mookamel
Hi everyone, I passed through some posts from either Expats or Local that really from my Own point of view brings Negative effects, attacking or disrespecting our Country, Culture, etc. it's no problem to have discussions, explain and clarify ...
I agree with Valibilic. I don´t know why you may be offended, this is not an official web page sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism, this is an Expat-Blog where people look for information and discuss about all kind of issues. Sometimes our posts ... Read More
Cairo 101 by Burnside
Please list 3 things (please be discrete and adhere to the rules here)you would love to put in Cairo Room 101. Here's mine: 1. All the Baroque furniture in the land 2. Fly tippers 3. Mustaches Egypt would be a better, happier, more beautiful ...
I would put: - 99% of the bawabs - rush hour in the metro women vagon(dont want to know what it´s like in the rest of the train) - all the garbage Maa salaama :) Read More
Harassment by LimaG
Hi everybody, I am french and I ve been living here in Cairo since one year. I belong to a group that fight against harassment. facebook.com/groups/352055058192704/ (translation in english is under progress)but feel free to add your comments. ...
And regarding the ''easy going'' attitude of some foreign women maybe yes, but it does NOT justify (neither explain) the fact that Egyptian men keep on harassing Egyptian women.Salaam LimaG, I agree with u, to try to put the fault of harassment on ... Read More
What is your favorite place in Cairo?? by amr_moro
Being in Cairo for along time, makes you prefer to visit certain places many times. So what is your favorite place to go in Cairo??
it´s probably not the nicest place but it is my favourite, i like to walk along El Gamaa bridge at night in the warm months.. ;) Read More
How to get my child to learn and understand Arabic? by azeera
Hello everyone who might stumble over this post. I was wondering if some of you can share your experience and suggestions as what you did or would do to help your non-Arabic speaking and understanding child to learn the language here? I, for my ...
Dear Azeera, I'm sorry to hear about your struggles. My son is not even going to school here for this reason and does his school through Internet and his exams at the Spanish Embassy. He is learning Arabic very slowly on the weekends when he sees ... Read More
Hands up if you are not egyptian by maireadhoey
I am fascinated by this site, it's called Expat.com but having read through a lot of the topics and posts how many expats are on here ? If you check out other countries forums you get a diverse mix of nationalities and view points but the Egyptian ...
I'm half egyptian, but I must say that this forum has helped me in a lot of aspects and that most of the information was provided by egyptians. Thanx to all! Read More
Emergency Message for foreign ( expatriate ) in Egypt by Queen Cleopatra
[color=#f30b71][/color][b]the Government of Egypt will be holding the first phase of national parliamentary elections on November 28 and 29, 2011 in Cairo, Alexandria, Fayoum, Port Said, Damietta, Kafr-el-Sheikh, Assiut, Luxor and the Red Sea ...
Thanx a lot ya queen!! We'll take care ;) Read More
Baby-sitter´s salary
Dear all, I would like to hire a baby-sitter for a few months, 5 days a week from 8 to 18. Does anyone know what the average monthly salary could be? Thanxx!! Read More
Safety In Giza/Dokki by Victor143
Hi Everyone, Is it safe to walk around in Giza/Dokki District? I have heard these areas are quite safe but that Giza district has seen some crime recently. Can I park my car on the street? Walk around at night? Thanks
I live in Dokki, don´t know about the car but I walk around at night and don´t feel scared at all. I really like the area ;-) Good luck! Read More
syndicate card by aligirl
Hello, I just got a job here in Egypt, and I need to present the o called Syndicate Card. Does anyone know what this is and where can I get one? I would very much appreciate your help! Thanxx
Thanx Egyptian! And to the private messages as well. You really helped me out! Read More
syndicate card
Hello, I just got a job here in Egypt, and I need to present the o called Syndicate Card. Does anyone know what this is and where can I get one? I would very much appreciate your help! Thanxx Read More
paint ball game by amarakl
any paint ball game group here in Cairo wish to play it thanks
Hey to all, I got 2 vouchers, but unfortunatelly we won´t be able to attend for peronal matters. So, if anyone would like to buy the 2 vouchers from me for 65 LE/each, pls write to me privaate message. I live in Dokki Area. I wish you all a lot ... Read More
paint ball game by amarakl
any paint ball game group here in Cairo wish to play it thanks
Ok! then on 17th, will got to the discount site. Then the list would be as follows, ´cause Libya forever will live on vacations from next wednesday. The Egyptian Malsi Mero928 TurkeyForever amarakl aligirl+1 Looking forward to it! ;) Read More
paint ball game by amarakl
any paint ball game group here in Cairo wish to play it thanks
Hey! We´re in, Lybia forever as well (she´s lost her password): The Egyptian Malsi Mero928 TurkeyForever amarakl aligirl+1 lybiaforever But is it tomorrow or next saturday? Read More
paint ball game by amarakl
any paint ball game group here in Cairo wish to play it thanks
Hey guys, sounds so much fun! Can we joyn?? It would be me and my 12 year old son- Ismael, he really wants to play!!! Read More
Who would like to go out and have some fun? by Rozypearl
It would be nice if we have Iftar next Thursday, August 11th, at a nice restaurant, it could be an Egyptian one as a traditional Iftar or any other. Anybody and everybody is welcome. It could also be an opportunity for foreigners that haven't had ...
Hey guys, reglettably I won´t make it for Monday, but for Thursday for sure (is the meeting on Thursday still on?). Looking up to:D Read More
Who would like to go out and have some fun? by Rozypearl
It would be nice if we have Iftar next Thursday, August 11th, at a nice restaurant, it could be an Egyptian one as a traditional Iftar or any other. Anybody and everybody is welcome. It could also be an opportunity for foreigners that haven't had ...
Dear all, Iftar was great, really nice restaurant and above all, the people were great, i want to thank rozypearl and semsena for the organizing. To all those expatriates who are thinking: should I joyn? Really, do so. I am very happy i did and ... Read More
Bringing dog to Cairo by Nadezda
Hi there. We have a nice Golden Retriever and would like to bring him to Cairo with us. Do you know if any documents we have to make except medical for the flight. Does he have to go to quarantine in Cairo. Thank you
Hey there! I am bringing my dog as well to Cairo next month. As far as I know, the airline provides the information about the documents needed as well as the cage´s size (not too complicated). No quarantine in Cairo. Flowergirl, this information ... Read More
Who would like to go out and have some fun? by Rozypearl
It would be nice if we have Iftar next Thursday, August 11th, at a nice restaurant, it could be an Egyptian one as a traditional Iftar or any other. Anybody and everybody is welcome. It could also be an opportunity for foreigners that haven't had ...
Hi guys, I´m new in the city and would love to go and meet up with people. If it´s not too late, I´d like to join you for Iftar. Thanxx! Salaam Read More
what do you really like & hate about living in Egypt? by SophsRianna
Asalam 3alaikum! Hi everyone. I know that with living everywhere there are likes and dislikes, i would like to know what these are in Egypt. Anything unique to Egypt also ? I live in UK. Also, differences between Cairo and Alex, something that may ...
Hello to every one, I moved here from Spain about a month ago because my father is egyptian and I wanted to learn where I come from and spend time with my family. Good things: - people are always willing and happy to help - No stress, they are ... Read More