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Obi Shah

Obi Shah

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Pakistani expat in Saudi Arabia

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About me

Pakistani

Lives in Al Hasa

Speaks English, Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi, Tagalog

Registration: 01 January 2020

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago

Documents for family visit visa

Do you have anyone in Saudi Arabia , who will invite you or you mean to apply by yourself ? Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago

Basketball in Jeddah

Welcome to Saudi Arabia, Try to contact anyone in Saudi City Compound, you can find there basketball , tennis, badminton, and much more activities, but not allowed to enter unless you know someone inside the compound and that person can let you in, ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago

process of transferring sponsor

Getting married is different issued than transferring sponsorship. Make it clear something , do you want to married a man and wish to transfer under his sponsorship ? Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago

Sponsorship Change Request Rejected

Yes can be issue now request. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Dirk.kruger

Use of Facebook Messenger on Saudi by Dirk.kruger

I'm about to move to Riyadh and I've seen conflicting reports about the use of Facebook Messenger, can somebody please give me a straight answer, can I use voice and video calls using Facebook Messenger to keep in touch with loved ones back ...

Obi Shah

Yes dear there is no issue to use any type of messenger , or chat form or video calls as long as its between you and your love one and both of you happy, unless you don't harassing someone. enjoy dear. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago

Domestic helper for single male Iqama holder

As long as i knew about this case, you must have family to get any house worker (Baby sitter, Maid, driver, domestic helper) visa. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Expatnurse25

Emergency Exit by Expatnurse25

Good day! Please can somebody help me, my probrem is I have to go for emergency exit because of family problem and I still have unpaid credit card balance amounting of 14,000 SR. I dont have any plan of not paying this balance but because of ...

Obi Shah

Yes you can exit without any issue. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Mafee

Can someone leave the country without exit re-entry by Mafee

Hi Beautiful experts I would like to find out if I can leave saudi arabia withour exit visa.I came here a week a go and I'm still waiting for my iqama to be issued. But now I have an emergency back home.is it possible for me.to leave without ...

Obi Shah

Check his Iqama status in Absher. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Mafee

Can someone leave the country without exit re-entry by Mafee

Hi Beautiful experts I would like to find out if I can leave saudi arabia withour exit visa.I came here a week a go and I'm still waiting for my iqama to be issued. But now I have an emergency back home.is it possible for me.to leave without ...

Obi Shah

In case of emergency, your sponsor must have to write a letter to Jawazat and they can send you exit. Depend on your sponsor what he will final for you. Iqama is not necessary required to exit but you will lost your visa. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Mafee

Can someone leave the country without exit re-entry by Mafee

Hi Beautiful experts I would like to find out if I can leave saudi arabia withour exit visa.I came here a week a go and I'm still waiting for my iqama to be issued. But now I have an emergency back home.is it possible for me.to leave without ...

Obi Shah

In case of emergency, inform your sponsor first, let's see what he replied you, in case of positive reply you might able to go Exit without making any Iqama. depend on your sponsor. 2nd if sponsor not cooperating than go to your embassy and file ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago

Are flavored cigarettes sold in Riyadh and where?

I think you can try to visit local store (Bakala) in any street, like in a town. Most of markets don't have any flavor brands. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Iamnowhere

Blacklist due to saudi council license by Iamnowhere

Hi. I am asking for your advise guys. I am helpless and dont know what to do. My saudi council license is blacklisted due to fake submission of documents. I have served the kingdom for almost 4 years and they just knew it probably due to random ...

Obi Shah

Dear, If your documents was faked, no cause no investigation, all it's depend on your sponsor (Employer) what action he will take against you, and I do believe that no human 100% perfect so everyone did mistake and learn, you must talk to them ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Iamnowhere

Blacklist due to saudi council license by Iamnowhere

Hi. I am asking for your advise guys. I am helpless and dont know what to do. My saudi council license is blacklisted due to fake submission of documents. I have served the kingdom for almost 4 years and they just knew it probably due to random ...

Obi Shah

Dear, what documents are fake? Educational record, experience certificate or your course documents.? Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Iamnowhere

Blacklist due to saudi council license by Iamnowhere

Hi. I am asking for your advise guys. I am helpless and dont know what to do. My saudi council license is blacklisted due to fake submission of documents. I have served the kingdom for almost 4 years and they just knew it probably due to random ...

Obi Shah

Good morning dear, Would you explain me why blacklist and what documents are fake as per Ministry record? Might be I can help you out from this problem, as my friend encounter before due to her Experience certificates from Philippine was given from ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
ebninico

The cost of living in Al Hasa by ebninico

Hello I am Nico I'm from the Philippines. I recently got an offer to work in Al Hassa Hofuf as a graphic artist. And I have allot of questions about the place. Here are my questions: What's Al Hasa like? How much food, transpo and ...

Obi Shah

I am living in Al-Hasa cit, Housing is cheaper than Riyadh or Jeddah if you compare. Foods are standard as other cities, you will find lot's of quality of foods all over in Al-Hasa/Hufuf. Weather is cold in these days, but will be HOT very ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Doctorwife

One Year multiple re entry visa validity. by Doctorwife

Hi everyone... please answer my question as I m quite confused about the validity of my one year multiple re entry visa. So I got my visa on 16th oct 2019. I travelled to saudia on 28th oct 2019 my visa was up to 26th Jan 2020 but my husband ...

Obi Shah

Aslam o alykum, One year multiple visa condition are here; 365 Days Visa valid after 90 days must go exit to any country and can come back, this procedure will repeat every after 90 days. There is no extend as you mention if it's One year ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago

Women can not go outside alone

you can go anywhere of Kingdom as long as you are having Iqama, but regarding Bahrain you need visa stamp on your passport to travel. In that cause maybe you need Sponsor permission. for more detail inbox me Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Noura.qahtani

Brazilian martial Art for woman? by Noura.qahtani

Hi I’m coming back to Saudi in a month and I wonder if there is a Brazilian martial arts for woman in Dammam or Khobar or that area in general!!? I’ve been training for 2 years and I don’t want to stop rolling If not, Let me ...

Obi Shah

I am also staying in Al-Hasa/Hufuf, would you like to talk about BJJ. Read More

Obi Shah
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6 years ago
roba88

2 terriers for adoption in Riyadh by roba88

Dear all, am looking for kind ppl who had dogs before i want to donate my two terriers sisters to very kind ppl, please let me know as soon as possible. thank you roba

Obi Shah

Hello dear, could you tell me about your terriers sisters bit more ? inbox you pls check Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Doctorwife

One Year multiple re entry visa validity. by Doctorwife

Hi everyone... please answer my question as I m quite confused about the validity of my one year multiple re entry visa. So I got my visa on 16th oct 2019. I travelled to saudia on 28th oct 2019 my visa was up to 26th Jan 2020 but my husband ...

Obi Shah

Aslam o alykum, One year multiple visa condition are here; 365 Days Visa valid after 90 days must go exit to any country and can come back, this procedure will repeat every after 90 days. There is no extend as you mention if it's One year ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
procella

How did you decide to be expat? by procella

Hi, i wonder that what kind of circumstances caused you have left your place and become expat? Are you happy with living in your current place as expats? Did you leave anyone as you move abroad?

Obi Shah

I belong to Azad Kashmir part of Pakistan and life is to hard to survive there, so for my parents and siblings to full fill their need, I came to Saudi Arabia at 2003 and suck here but never get that enough pay to settle back in my home land, so sad ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
ninaelbe

I always see the number 1:11 and 2:22 and 4:44 by ninaelbe

[color=#E317E7][b]For the past few years I always see the numbers 1:11, 2:22 and 4:44 when I have ask people about it they say its a coincidence or there must be something going on with me neurologically. When I have Google this it speaks of this as ...

Obi Shah

I do believe there is some reasons to see such kind of digits, as it's happen with me in past few years, and it's repeated several times, and it was 9:11, 11:9 , 1:19 ,, no idea why, but seems it's was sign something unexpected gonna ... Read More

Obi Shah
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6 years ago

About marry

Good morning dear, what is your nationality ? And other side what is your job here? After this maybe i can advice you Read More

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Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
-ibrahim-muhammed

What was ur best Quotes in life? by -ibrahim-muhammed

What was ur best Quotes that makes u change for the better life u want or reflect your aspect on life!?

Obi Shah

''Don't let heart over your brain'' Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
-ibrahim-muhammed

What was ur best Quotes in life? by -ibrahim-muhammed

What was ur best Quotes that makes u change for the better life u want or reflect your aspect on life!?

Obi Shah

''Stand and fight for right, even it's mean to stand alone'' Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago

Weekend family outings

Welcome Priya, What type of outing you like? where you like to spend time ? Mall, Park, Beach, Historical places, gathering, watch movies, shopping, what you prefer ? Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Kaoutar Ch

Accommodation/Housing in Haradh or near it by Kaoutar Ch

Hello, Me and my husband will moving to HARADH KSA, can someone sugger me some compounds for expat people or near to haradh, also some informations about this village or city (restaurant, coffe, can i find expat people here... ) thanks,

Obi Shah

Welcome my friend, I am living in Al-Hasa city, so better you move here you can find lot's of malls, historical places, parks, beach, restaurants, coffee shops and much more. HARDH is not that far from here. And you can find here mostly people ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago

EID Holidays

If ever you have holidays, welcome to Al-Hasa city, we can hangout on some of historical places, as called, Joatha park, jutha cave, king national park, some open beaches, welcome if you wish to visit anytime. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago

Arab & African Family in Eastern Province

Yes, Dammam, Khobar, Al-Hasa, Hufuf cities Read More

Obi Shah
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6 years ago
Han2218

Delivery of baby on visit visa by Han2218

Hi everyone, I have come on visit Visa and I'm planning to deliver my baby here. Anyone knows the exact procedure to get the passport for my baby starting from documents required to get birth notification from hospital. I need to know the ...

Obi Shah

Take birth report (from hospital translate into English) to Civil Affair office (Ahwal al madni) and bring parents original passport plus iqama if have, and copies, they will give you a form to fill, and attached all these documents , and be further ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
njma amir

Marital status change NADRA Pakistan by njma amir

Can the marital status be changed from single to married ( for males ) while staying in saudia ?

Obi Shah

Salam Dear, Take your marriage certificate, in case you married here so translate into english from registered sector with stamp, if you married in Pakistan then translate into in Arabic/English together and take your Old ID card's with you, ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago

Arab women are most beautiful women

Do you believe guys Arab girls are most beautiful women of this world by their big eyes and figure ? Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago

Arab & African Family in Eastern Province

Hello there, It's interesting to meet new people all over the world, I done with some Asian countries and it was quite nice experience to meet them, mostly people are kind, showing hospitality and warm welcome to foreigner. Since I am new here ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
salouma87

Maroccan girl wanna marry to pakistani guy by salouma87

I am maroccan girl in relationship with a pakistani guy, he told me last time after 6 months of relationship that his family are having a commitment with one family to marry him to their girl but he don't like to marry her but he didn't have ...

Obi Shah

Don't be fool by his excuses. Reality is hard to accept but you must now following things; He can't marry with his choice at all, due to family problems, but only can play with your feelings. He did not love you at all, just to play with you ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago

Jamaican requires a tourist visa

If you have Absher account, it's easy to apply within 5 minutes, inbox me for more detail. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago

Chinese teacher is looking for a job

I wish to learn Chinese language, can you give online lesson ? or if you know anyone in Al Hasa City, please advice. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
manalalkhatib

looking for salsa dancer by manalalkhatib

Greetings, I used to dance salsa back home and I would love if I can do that at Khobar as well is there any salsa events in eastern province ? I would really appreciate any advise thanks

Obi Shah

I did that in Jeddah city, but since I am here in Eastern Province (Al-Hasa City) can't find any place to kick out, let's see if we can find any place to have fun to be with. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Jaiho2019

BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU PARTNER @HOFUF by Jaiho2019

Anyone who knows jiu-jitsu? Just want to continue my jiu-jitsu career while working. Just started practicing 4 months ago And still want to continue , anyone out there? Feel free to contact me. Thanks.

Obi Shah

Hi there, nice to see you here, I am also from Hofuf and looking same, if you find some click me to get together, if you still want my help to roam around to find some adventure feel free to contact me here or inbox, most welcome. any time Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Alex1237

Unmarried Hotel Regulation??? by Alex1237

Hello, I am from Germany would like to come visit my girlfriend she works in Riyadh as a nurse she is originally from Asia. Is it allowed that she sleeps in my hotel room or not? I heard it is allowed for foreigners tourists but she works there ...

Obi Shah

Not allowed at all dear, don't go with any chance/hope to come here. In case hotel allow you to stay with your gf, still if Police caught you then you will be in big trouble. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Joo1981

Transfer iqama from my husband to an employer by Joo1981

I will be relocating to Riyadh with my husband in March 2020. I will be under my husband iqama which is not transferable. I would like to look for a job while in KSA therefore I would like to know if my new employer would be able to transfer my ...

Obi Shah

In short you can get transfer, I done for my wife too, so no big deal to find WASTA or any source, totally depend on your company if they are willing to hire you no matter what you will be able to transfer without any trouble. Have a good day dear. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
JessicaE1963

Travel from Riyadh to Bahrain this weekend by JessicaE1963

Good Morning I am new on here, but not new to the Kingdom. I am teaching in Riyadh. I am looking for a ride from Riyadh to Bahrain this weekend, so please get in touch if you are going. Thank you.

Obi Shah

If you are really serious to travel, contact me inbox. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Chel127

advice and help by Chel127

hi there! Good afternoon evrybody.. I need some advice and help. My question is can cancel the huroob? how and how much.. I been working in company since i stop my work in previous company because of saudization and they allowed me and give ...

Obi Shah

Try to visit Labor office and file a case, you will get your rights. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Chiara96

Nursing Salary in Riyadh + bonuses by Chiara96

Hey friends! I'm a first year RN and am planning on making the move to Saudi around Feb of 2021 (by that time I will be an RN3). I have a 3 year bachelor's degree with experience in ED, CCU, ICU, Anaesthetics and Medical Ward. Ideally I ...

Obi Shah

Welcome to Saudi Arabia, You will get Salary based on Four things, First your Nationality , Second your Education, Third your experience, Fourth Govt or Private Hospital. Australian, American, British Salary range is higher than anyone. Plus ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
renjiritz

Force Resignation by Company by renjiritz

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Peace be with you. I am working in well reputable country here in KSA, and for almost 4 years of working here I can say all is going so well, until for the past few months, unfortunately our company has to suffer ...

Obi Shah

Company can't force you to resign, but can't send you exit if it's company visa. You can insist not to work and want to exit, they can't stop you by force neither, or ask to transfer your sponsorship, after all if they not accepting ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago

Family visit visa

No, Renew your iqama first. System will not accept you can try. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Jojo1818

Arab men can marry a filipina women?? by Jojo1818

I am filipina, and i had relationship with arab guy, he is saudi man and married man, but he is willing to divorce his wife just for me. But i dont want,.. he propose me and give a ring,. And he is always insist the wedding and he want to marry me ...

Obi Shah

Dear All, For your kind information, don't get fool by anyone in Saudi Arabia, by any nationality even, because unless you are both not Muslim, way to get legal married, so don't go with any fake promises. Open your brain before you open ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Jojo1818

Arab men can marry a filipina women?? by Jojo1818

I am filipina, and i had relationship with arab guy, he is saudi man and married man, but he is willing to divorce his wife just for me. But i dont want,.. he propose me and give a ring,. And he is always insist the wedding and he want to marry me ...

Obi Shah

Don't be get fool by anyone here in Saudi Arabia, unless you have same religion. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Jojo1818

Arab men can marry a filipina women?? by Jojo1818

I am filipina, and i had relationship with arab guy, he is saudi man and married man, but he is willing to divorce his wife just for me. But i dont want,.. he propose me and give a ring,. And he is always insist the wedding and he want to marry me ...

Obi Shah

Dear, First things both of you must be Muslim to get married in Saudi Arabia. If you are Christian then forget to have legal married. Second Saudi Man need permission for GOVT. Third He no need to divorce his wife. Fourth He can marry to 4 women as ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
R_Abdul1

Preparing for IELTS exam by R_Abdul1

Hello Guys / Gals, My name is Rosemarie, I am from the Philippines and I am eager to help everyone here who are preparing for their IELTS exam. One of my friend have suggested me to register on this site as there are a lot of students who are ...

Obi Shah

What was your score? If you don't mind to share with us. Read More

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Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
Kausar A

Expired Family visit visa by Kausar A

Hi, My husband and my son came with family visit visa. Before 1 week of expiration, I renewed it through Abshier. But unfortunately, I forgot to click the extend visa last option just for confirmation. It showed that extended to next month of Dec. ...

Obi Shah

No problem at all dear, Do the following steps; 1. You have to print out fee if you paid already for extending visa (as proof). 2. Visit to Tarheel office, where handling all illegal, crime, etc cases. Show them your fee payment receipt and ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
mahdikhan

Family visit visa 365 days extension new policy by mahdikhan

Dear All, is there anybody who applied or got extension of family visit after 90 days time as per new policy?????

Obi Shah

Hello guys, SA Govt. approved 1 year visit visa with following rules; 1. Fee 440sr. 2. Every 3-months must paid 100sr fee online to extend. 3. After 6-months must visitor have to exit and come back again with same visa. 4. Insurance will renewed ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
GuestPoster568

Expat New Born Birth in Saudi Arabia by GuestPoster568

Dear All Friends Assalamu Alaikkum I want to share my recent experience about Registration of Birth Certificate, MoFA Attestation, Passport for newborn baby in Indian Embassy and adding newborn baby to issue Iqama in Saudi Arabia For this ...

Obi Shah

If your kids born in Saudi Arabia, you can apply after having their birth certificate and passport. Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
GuestPoster568

Expat New Born Birth in Saudi Arabia by GuestPoster568

Dear All Friends Assalamu Alaikkum I want to share my recent experience about Registration of Birth Certificate, MoFA Attestation, Passport for newborn baby in Indian Embassy and adding newborn baby to issue Iqama in Saudi Arabia For this ...

Obi Shah

On visit visa no need to apply for Iqama neither it will approved. For the passport you can get Hospital birth report, then go to Civil Affairs (Ahwal al Madani) to get Birth certificate, after that register in MOFA and then go to Pakistan Embassy ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah replied to a thread
6 years ago
GuestPoster568

Expat New Born Birth in Saudi Arabia by GuestPoster568

Dear All Friends Assalamu Alaikkum I want to share my recent experience about Registration of Birth Certificate, MoFA Attestation, Passport for newborn baby in Indian Embassy and adding newborn baby to issue Iqama in Saudi Arabia For this ...

Obi Shah

First of all no need appointment in Civil Affairs (Ahwal al Madani) as I done without that, once I visited CA along Parents Original Passports (2-Copies), Iqama (2-Copies), Birth report from Hospital, Filled form you can get online (else he will ... Read More

Obi Shah
Obi Shah joined Saudi Arabia expat community
6 years ago