Kymadoce
Indian expat in the United Arab Emirates
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Indian
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English , Hindi, toti Punjabi ;> , kuncham telugu , tamil tariyad , kanada gotila, Malyalam Oops!
Registration: 24 May 2012
Finding Apartment near HAL
Can you advice what will be the best way to find accommodation near HAL Read More
How much average salary for Business Development Manager in Dubai
Check these.. http://www.roberthalf.ae/salary-calculator http://www.payscale.com/research/AE/Location=Dubai/Salary Read More
Happy Diwali !!!!! by Kymadoce
Though away from home but atleast we can wish our online fraternity.....hope the future keeps bright , healthy and Happy....
Happy Diwali people.... Hope all had a sweet one... Read More
Vegetarian Food.... Batha by Kymadoce
So I found few more Indian restaurants offering vegetarian Indian food.... during a long walk in Batha today...tried one of the them...not bad.. If anyone wishes to join in anytime for breakfast or a meal..drop me a PM... just to highlight whats ...
Hi! Kelly , which area would you prefer, I know below ones :- 1. A clean and among best South Indian food joint "Sarvana Bhavan" is about to open at first floor of Lulu Hypermarket in Hara / Murhabba area 2. Batha has many small south ... Read More
Seeking advice on salary of AED 15000 by umanair
Hi all, Iam new to this forum and would need a reliable advice on accepting a job offer in dubai. We stay in bangalore.My husband has got an offer of 15k AED in a software firm (not a very big concern)in dubai and a round trip ticket , medical ...
Hi! Let me try to answer :- 1. Main thing is career prospects is the profile here better or in India. Decide that first. 2. Work location and accordingly residence and its cost. Here my knowledge is limited to a area called JLT , it has many ... Read More
SAR 16000 is good??? by rohitmishra1982
Dear All, I have recently got job offer from alfanar in Riyadh with Basic salary SAR 16000+Insurance (A)+ accommodation(Or four basic) +CAR (upto SAR130000)or allowance Want to check if it is a good offer, i am planning to stay alone as of now ...
Rohit with your basic it seemed bad deal but then I read your accommodation is another 64K which adds up total to abt 21K pm. This is I would say something like ok to start with ...rest depends on ur length of work experience etc. But hikes here ... Read More
Business visa for long term job? by Jebali Bassem
Hello everyone I have been offered an employment contract of 1 year with 3 month probation period for a Saudi based company. However they are suggesting me a business visa instead of work visa. My questions are 1. why the company is suggesting a ...
sorry , couldn't spend much time to understand what you mean from above comment. But to make you aware :- 1. Business Visa doesn't allow to rent a house, take car, or even open a bank account. For all these you need Iqama (resident ... Read More
Offer 60K AED per month - Is it worth considering? by maxiaa
Hi , I am currently in Brisbane and got an offer from a company in UAE for AED 60k per month. this include base+housing+other allowances( they provide this as monthly salary). apart from the 30 calendar days of leave + kids education AED 25k per ...
maximaa, I just moved last month to Dubai myself. Your salary is at high end is right, but then the housing here is very costly and most (80%+) landlords demand entire annual rent upfront in one cheque. So make sure in your contract you insert ... Read More
Dubai - Good Residential area for family with a small Kid ?
Thanks @subzero007 & @ghanshyampdave . I would be moving on 31st August to Dubai. Initial 1 month I am in a hotel at Marina.... looking for family residential areas near Internet city... a 2 room flat would be fine....but with open spaces / ... Read More
Anybody from Mumbai/Maharashtra in Riyadh!!! by Arvind Dixit
HI Freinds, This is Arvind Dixit from Mumbai. Anybody from Mumbai or part of Maharashtra residing in Riyadh as expats...Lets be intouch with each other. :) :) :) Arvind Dixit
Its the time to move out now :D Read More
living condition, accommodation etc by blueangel71
Hi everyone I'm Jason. I've got an offer to work in Mumbai. As I've never been there (let alone work there), can anyone care to help me by letting me know what's the living condition, accommodation etc before deciding :D . Thanks ...
Hi! Guys , I lived in Mumbai for abt 5 years so can be of some advice. Mumbai can be thought of in 3 diverging lines with starting point as south Mumbai. 1.One goes straight up touching South Mumbai-Dadar-Bandra-Andheri-Goregaon-Malad-Borvili -Mira ... Read More
Don't Drink the water and other digestive issues by northst
Hello! In my travels to India in the past (I live in the US) the rule was always bottled water only and no raw fruits or veg. I am now taking a long term assignment in Hyderabad and would like any information on how long it would take to adapt to ...
Some thoughts from an Indian may be ? :) I am a native from Himachal pradesh and we use an electric RO water purifier for drinking and cooking. These days very few households in urban & semi-urban areas use direct tap water for same. While I ... Read More
Dubai - Good Residential area for family with a small Kid ?
Hi! Could anyone suggest what might be a good residential area for staying with an 1.5 yrs old kid..... ? Area with good open spaces and parks etc. in Dubai ? Thanks ! Read More
Anybody from Mumbai/Maharashtra in Riyadh!!! by Arvind Dixit
HI Freinds, This is Arvind Dixit from Mumbai. Anybody from Mumbai or part of Maharashtra residing in Riyadh as expats...Lets be intouch with each other. :) :) :) Arvind Dixit
saimans always up for games eh!... Jai Maharashtra ... Read More
Need Your Help.. Urgent !!! by shraynarula
Hi All, I'm an Indian, living in Delhi with Family as an Oracle Consultant with IBM, I got a job offer with Wipro Arabia for Riyadh location and they are paying 13500 SR per month which includes all allowances, means I have to manage my own ...
Not sure if u have accepted the offer ? That salary is nothing much to tlak abt....abt 18K salary is where moving here wud make some sense..... also ur wife wud not have any opportunity to work here and the life can get pretty dull... I hope u wud ... Read More
Good Indian Residential Areas Near Dubai Internet City
Which areas have good pubilc parks with jogging tracks and playing for kids...? Read More
Good Indian Residential Areas Near Dubai Internet City
Hi! People, Can you let me know which are good Indian residential areas in Dubai near to Internet city ? E.g is Al Barsha a good area ? Read More
Dal Batti Churma by piyushmehra1
Hi Guys , Does any one know where can i find Dal Batti Churma in Riyad or any part of Saudi Arabia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_baati ;) :) Rds Mehra Piyush
@ Saimans....haha ha...you got me there....sure lets catch up after Eid holidays ..will DM once I get back ... Read More
Dal Batti Churma by piyushmehra1
Hi Guys , Does any one know where can i find Dal Batti Churma in Riyad or any part of Saudi Arabia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_baati ;) :) Rds Mehra Piyush
Sure Bhavana...desi food was the topic so went nostalgic in desi language... Read More
Best place for Desi Food by razarizvi81
Hi All, Can anyone suggest restaurant names and places where I can get nice Desi food (Pakistani or Indian). Not too spicey though. Have not had it in months now. Totally new to Riyadh. Craving for some nice desi food. Does not need to be very ...
Yes Hara is a good area to get loads of Desi restaurants just go and explore... Read More
Dal Batti Churma by piyushmehra1
Hi Guys , Does any one know where can i find Dal Batti Churma in Riyad or any part of Saudi Arabia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_baati ;) :) Rds Mehra Piyush
in between... there is Red Chillies sweet shop opposite Hara Panda...that has many north indian snacks, pani pori, chola batura etc...also a little further down there is New Deccan sweets in Hara near Delhi restaurant that serves chat , pav bhaji ... Read More
Cost of living in Riyadh with package 21,000 monthly by ahmed.othman
Cost of living with package 21000 SAR per month in Riyadh, am single person , is this package would provide me a respectful standard of living ?? , also i want to know the rent cost for studio apartment inside city OR inside a compound ?
It will ..its a decent package ...but not a compound accommodation... Read More
Dal Batti Churma by piyushmehra1
Hi Guys , Does any one know where can i find Dal Batti Churma in Riyad or any part of Saudi Arabia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_baati ;) :) Rds Mehra Piyush
kamal kerte ho yaar....paani la diya muh mein...saath mein rawat ki pyaz kachori bhi yaad aa gayi... Read More
JOB OFFER HELP by hashimhakeem
Hi I got a job offer from PRINCE SULTAN MILITARY HOSPITAL CITY for the profile of MEDICAL photographer of SAR 4510 / Month + accommodation + travel I am a single guy and i am organized is it possible for me to live on 2000SAR/ month
if your accommodation is provided, i assume either it will be near to your office or they would give common transport...as except accommodation other 2 major expenses are transport and food.... you should be able to save 2K... Read More
Vegetarian Food.... Batha
So I found few more Indian restaurants offering vegetarian Indian food.... during a long walk in Batha today...tried one of the them...not bad.. If anyone wishes to join in anytime for breakfast or a meal..drop me a PM... just to highlight whats ... Read More
Degree Attestation from Saudi Embassy, New Delhi - India by aman.dove
Assalamualikum I have interacted with a lot of people here at expat-blog who are awaiting their degree attestation from Saudi Cultural Attache / Saudi Embassy. As per the process the Saudi Cultural Attache first sends the copy of the degree ...
I had given my degree for attestation around August and my agent has now come back with the news that it is done. In between I asked him about the delay which he said is probably at university end. He had advised me to follow up directly with ... Read More
advise on job offer
The salary I think is on lower end...but anyways with 2500 riyals you can manage but if u live in a shared accommodation.... Hope u will get more opinions soon here.. Read More
Bahrain next Week ?
Let's plan a weekend trip to Bahrain next week....Anyone game ? Read More
Happy Diwali !!!!!
Though away from home but atleast we can wish our online fraternity.....hope the future keeps bright , healthy and Happy.... Read More
I want to eat on a banana leaf :( - Indian Restaurant by Never say 1
I've tried to find any restaurant in Riyadh that serves the food over banana leaves (Indian food) but I couldn't find any :| any suggestion guys? specially the Indians, even if it is in baatha :D
Guys..I am so sorry . I have been working thru last 2 weekends and now off to India tw....wud be back on 18th...U guys pls. plan on..i will come back and reignite this post.... Read More
vegetarian food and stay at hail by sanjay physio
Hi I am sanjay parmar physiotherapist from India moving to hail university Saudi Arabia wanted know about . 1.vegetarian food 2.living cost 3.Indian community 4.connectivities 5.safety Kind give your valuable comments do I can decide Sanjay
Hi! Sanjay, No idea about hail...I am in Riyadh....but generally u should be able to find some kerala restaurant there which will definitely serve some south indian veg meals...just in case you don't find any immediately here's a temporary ... Read More
I want to eat on a banana leaf :( - Indian Restaurant by Never say 1
I've tried to find any restaurant in Riyadh that serves the food over banana leaves (Indian food) but I couldn't find any :| any suggestion guys? specially the Indians, even if it is in baatha :D
Totally in...but i would still suggest half moon @vijith732 and @Neversay1 This Friday , by around 1:00 pm at Half Moon ??? PM me ur numbers pls. and let's co-ordinate.... Anyone else, who is interested for lunch on a Banana leaf this friday ... Read More
I want to eat on a banana leaf :( - Indian Restaurant by Never say 1
I've tried to find any restaurant in Riyadh that serves the food over banana leaves (Indian food) but I couldn't find any :| any suggestion guys? specially the Indians, even if it is in baatha :D
Wow.....I am having lunch every other week on a banana leaf in Riyadh... The place is called Half Moon Restaurant in Batha. It's pretty clean and spacious too. IF you are coming from Dabbab road or King Abdulaziz road >> after you enter ... Read More
Can I Fly Within KSA while waiting for my Iqama to process? by Fofaz
So, just what the topic title says. I am arriving in October (Inshallah!) and was thinking of heading to Riyadh or somewhere sometime in November. Will it be possible to fly without a passport if I am flying within KSA? Thanks!
By the way if your employer is a big company Iqama issuance doesn't take all that long. You can expect in 2 weeks max...again this is given your sponsor is a big company with you having direct access to concerned HR people. Read More
Weekend Meeting by HRGuru
Open invitation for all EB members in Riyadh for a networking meeting. Date: 21 June 2013 Time : After Asr Prayer or after 3:30 Venue : Coffee Shop at Tahlia Localizer Mall Attendees confirmed as of now : TLL & me. Agenda : Just to get to know ...
So people any plans for this weekend ? Read More
Anyone For Table Tennis - preferably Malaz Area! by Kymadoce
Hi! If there is anyone intersted in playing TT , frequently or on weekends , do PM me.... I know of TT available @ 3 places arnd malaz area... we can catch up for some good game.... Malaz preferred though can travel bit further on weekends...
Well i m no pro...but if u r interested to play on weekends pm me..and let's caht up... Read More
Is my salary good enough to save enough in Riyadh? by human83
Hi, I live a comfortable life in India and have my own residence. My current salary is SAR 13000/month in India and I save around SAR 8000/month after tax and other expenses. I received an offer of SAR 23000/month. Additional benefits include ...
Well if you are comfortable in India with own housing and like to lead a happening life ..tht money is too low :> But if u don't mind change in lifestyle for quick saving then for Single person :- Annual rental for 2 BHK - SAR 25K annual ( ... Read More
Dabeli...how many miss it... by Kymadoce
[img align=C]http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_po95jKhIaKA/SwhAr2_fS7I/AAAAAAAACb8/51afLBn4So8/s1600/DSC05991.JPG[/img] Someone mentioned Dabeli today....took me back to Bombay and the amazing street food...
sad...we don't get it here....Dabeli is famous in Bombay, India...but offcourse Red Chilles Sweet shop is good one for pani puri etc. ....that is opposite Hara Panda Read More
hello everyone by akavishu
My name is vishal and origin is from India Mumbai. Is there anyone from Mumbai. I have completed 1 year in Riyadh. i am working as an operations manager and stay all alone. I am a complete Bollywood bluff. My favorite actor is Akshay kumar. I like ...
Might be the starting point could be a catch up during weekend coffee meet.....Saimans is it planned this weekend ? Vishal , lets keep a lookout on the associated thread : https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=273277&p=10 Read More
hello everyone by akavishu
My name is vishal and origin is from India Mumbai. Is there anyone from Mumbai. I have completed 1 year in Riyadh. i am working as an operations manager and stay all alone. I am a complete Bollywood bluff. My favorite actor is Akshay kumar. I like ...
Yeah man... lets do a ex-mumbaikars catch up.. Read More
Dabeli...how many miss it...
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_po95jKhIaKA/SwhAr2_fS7I/AAAAAAAACb8/51afLBn4So8/s1600/DSC05991.JPG Someone mentioned Dabeli today....took me back to Bombay and the amazing street food... Read More
Riyadh - Bahrain Motorcycle Ride by roopesh91
Hi all, I've been in Riyadh for a year or so now but still getting to know the place. I got myself a Triumph Street Triple R 675 motorcycle almost half a year ago to help meet new people as nothing else I did seemed to help. Now I'm planning ...
Sorry....I do share ur pain but procedures no idea...isn't avenger tht low slung bike...i lived in b'lore and bombay at in city traffic i preferred the regular ride... loved my Bullet 350... right side gears 1 up , 3 down and an extra ... Read More
Riyadh - Bahrain Motorcycle Ride by roopesh91
Hi all, I've been in Riyadh for a year or so now but still getting to know the place. I got myself a Triumph Street Triple R 675 motorcycle almost half a year ago to help meet new people as nothing else I did seemed to help. Now I'm planning ...
I am keen on a Bharain trip don't have a ride though :> Had to leave my Bullet back in India... Read More
Contract in Riyadh by mikey2014
Dear forum members, I have a question to you: I was offered a 25,000 SAR contract with medical insurance with medical care. It is for IT Management Consulting (3,5 years experience). Is that good for a young couple? One more question: Where can I ...
For 3.5 yrs of experience that salary isn't bad,but u wud have to settle for a apartment which might cost u 25K-35K yearly depending on locality...compounds r out of reach with this money...monthly expenses for couples can range from 2K-4K ... Read More
Should a Muslim Lady cover her face in Islam? by riazcdki
Hello everybody, While discussing other life related topics with forum members, I noticed that a lot of female members (and more importantly male members, since they are the decision makers in the family) are not sure on this subject. A lot of the ...
so much for my skills in sarcasm :whistle: Read More
Should a Muslim Lady cover her face in Islam? by riazcdki
Hello everybody, While discussing other life related topics with forum members, I noticed that a lot of female members (and more importantly male members, since they are the decision makers in the family) are not sure on this subject. A lot of the ...
Well offcourse women should cover face else men will think she is promiscuous ... She should be loyal to the husband as he may have other wives also to manage... She should definitely not venture outside alone as other men are awaiting to punish ... Read More
Seeking advice - Cost of Living - Will my Salary be enough ? by blr1988
Hi Everyone, 25 year single lad from India Mumbai here. I've been working with some of the leading travel companies in India Mumbai and have total work experience of 3+ years as a travel consultant. I've been offered a job as travel ...
A hotel help like resturant host etc....get abt 1500-1800K here ... with 3K u wud just meet ur monthly expenses and little saving .... and going by ur language ,choice of words and tht u r in mumbai , i advice even with 10K salary don't move ... Read More
urgent help for extreme depression by fightingdepression
Hi, I feel on the verge of having a nervous breakdown, need urgent advice about a psychiatrist or anything else that might help. Also I am using a food supplement program based on the book "the way up" by priscila slagle USA, and since ...
Guys are you sure with your stop supplement advice or is it just a gut feel.... ? Are you sure it would work and not make him worse... ? Fighting depression ....great step to seek out help on open forum..first and foremost go to a good hospital ... Read More
Family In Riyadh
Hi! Joeyr.. there are 2 visa - one permanent family stay visa , other is visit visa.....I can tell u abt the visit visa process... I was only asked a copy of our translated marriage certificate, copy of passport of my wife and few of her small size ... Read More
Suggestion on Job Offer - Relocation to Riyadh by sravancool20
Hello All, I'm planning to relocate to Riyadh and I think I would get around 30K per month(offer not yet given) including everything. I'm originally from India, currently in USA earning 105K(gross) per annum and save around 2500 USD per ...
I suggest best is to test the waters here first......can u try a 2-3 month test period with some backup options open....in case u don't like the life style here .... More important then immediate money is ur career and if u think ur opportunity ... Read More
4000SAR by inshard
IS it a good deal 4000 SAR as a marketing executive in LANDMARK GROUP? Company provide only medical... can i take my wife and 1 year old kid there and survive? can i take family visa for this?
Bijay ,,,the decision to move at that salary depends alot on many conditions..... the salary isn't really very high and you may be able to save about 3000 if u live very economically....but do u want that kind of lifestyle ? Overall career ... Read More
Skype mobile call not working with my STC 4G by dileep301
Dear friends I am facing problem with my stc skype to mobile call net is working good but only skype . and i tried other net works then my skype is working . please any body help me in this .Thank you Dileep Dammam
Try use VPN / proxy and then connect to Skype... Read More
How do I say?
A friend of mine is going on final exit and he had to do some running around to get this Police Clearance Certificate... Not sure if someone can do it for you but the procedure he did is as follows :- 1. He went to his embassy in RIyadh and they ... Read More
WORK VISIT VISA by manumathew
Hi, I got an offer from one Saudi company in Damam and the visa issued is Work Visit visa with single entry for 90 days stay. Company HR says it can be extended upto one year without exiting the country . I searched in internet and but getting many ...
yes , few of my colleagues from a particular sponsor have the same arrangement, they need to exit every few months and there sponsor gets it renewed...one guy will complete entire year like this ... only thing is u can't open any bank accounts ... Read More
Expatriate can get Personal Loan in Saudi Arabia. by Sudheer Kumar
I am an Indian Expatriate working in a company Riyadh. all inclusive my salary is 5000 SR. Do i get personal loan ? from Banks ? which are those banks ? what are the documents ? How much loan amount for a 5 year i can get ? pls send details to ...
Yep thts pretty much the case.. you can approach any bank like samba, NCB, riyad, sabb etc.. Read More
Hello expats need help in analysing a job offer details below by iloveriyadh
Hi All, Needless to say this would be another boring question for the experts but cannot help it as this is the door to riyadh. Looking for experts ideas from the folks to negotiate the salary curve. Appreciate all your help in this ...
So I guess u got the what I meant... To me, It's not about what best can they offer to you but what should you look for to move here. Since there is typically no career progression for expats , mid east experience isn't considered great in other ... Read More
Help Me decide please!!
Hi! Ashish, 1. For accommodation offers pls. check a the link suggested above as well as expatriates.com/classifieds/riy/housingavailable/ 2. I haven't seen any tiffin service here ... 3. You get many indian food options and restaurants..only ... Read More
I received a job offer as an Area sales manager
Hi! As legedleads said .....4500 is just about enough to meet your monthly expenses and save some little amount... (since you said the housing is included) ...so whatever saving you would make is from commissions.... Read More
momo food by jobymuttathu
Dear all wer ican get momo food (tibet food)in jeddah.my wife nedd it ,,,,i have to get at anycost plz help
Just a suggestion check out for any Nepali restaurant there... in Riyadh there is a small non-famous Nepali restaurant which serves momos, chowmein etc and it's not bad... Read More
Hello expats need help in analysing a job offer details below by iloveriyadh
Hi All, Needless to say this would be another boring question for the experts but cannot help it as this is the door to riyadh. Looking for experts ideas from the folks to negotiate the salary curve. Appreciate all your help in this ...
Dude unless u get 2 times or more on what u get today ...trust me you are going to kick urself here....which u wud do anyways coz the lifestyle here is just too different and conservative... Points to consider :- 1. No promotions or career path ... Read More
4000SAR by inshard
IS it a good deal 4000 SAR as a marketing executive in LANDMARK GROUP? Company provide only medical... can i take my wife and 1 year old kid there and survive? can i take family visa for this?
No very low salary for a family ..and point is you might be able to survive but then if you can barely survive whats the point ? Read More
I have got a Offer Letter by farookengg
I have got a offer Letter from a company which is in Riyadh, & they say they have applied for my block Visa, how much day does it take to get the block visa.
Typically there are 2 types of visa typically here for working :- 1. Work Visa - This leads to 'Iqama' which is the residency permit, required to open bank account , rent house and all other official stuff... 2. Business Visa - This is a limited 3 ... Read More
Any best Indian school for my kids ?
The famous ones here are Indian International School and Delhi Public School....but what I hear standards are not as great as ones back home....as a female life can get restricted, as women cant drive and there aren't many things to hang out or go ... Read More
Need Advice on the job offer i have got and relocate to Saudi Arabia by ranjay2078
Hello Friends, I need your opinion on the job offer i have got. I have been offered Account Coordinator position on SAR 2900/- PM with the following terms. 1. Accomodation/Transportation will be provided by the Employer. 2. Medical ...
Just go thru other threads on salary questions... off hand this is pretty low...but then depends on ur experience and future growth prospects in ur home country.. ..2 pointers ..u wont get any real hike for next few years..the leanings here are ... Read More
New Member arriving soon with children and dog! by twinkletoes1-5
Hi My husband has been just offered a job in Riyadh and is going in a few days and me and the kids will be following in a few months. I am looking forward to my new adventure and would appreciate any tips and advice anyone can give me. As well as ...
Hi! As someone mentioned above..Dogs aren't welcome here unless requisite permissions are taken.... you need to check the Saudi embassy in ur home country for details... Read More
Moving to Riyadh... by candyman3k
I am arriving single in Riyadh and will have a full weekend for myself to get the hang of the things. I will obviously shop for my mobile & internet connection and try to convert my USD into SAR at the airport (I Hope it is available at airport) and ...
Yes there is an STC shop ....after you come out post collecting ur baggage turn left and 10-15 steps down the aisle you would see the shop...there is a money exchange on the departure terminal but not noticed any on arrivals...but I am sure if you ... Read More
bored/lonely? by Fredturbo1
ok I know its gonna happen but when i move to Riyadh Jan 2014 and that one day creeps up on me and I get bored or lonely what do I do? who do I call for support? where can I go?
you can check in but you can't leave..... :) Expat.com will always be there ...thats one big rescue here... Read More
Plz advices or comments on living in KSA with SAR 15K per month. by Expedite365
I have 7 years of IT experience and got an offer in a IT company with SAR 15,000/- per month in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, So please advice me " Is it good to have and proceed with this offered salary to working in KSA or not " ?. What are normal or ...
15K is a average salary paid unless you are in a specialist role..... cost of living is mainly rent which can be about 20K-25K per annum for a 2bhk, if you are going to be single here with shared accommodation you can get by in abt 1200 per ... Read More
IS SAR 6500 monthly enough for a couple in Dammam? by mike.lhn
Hi! I am from New Delhi, India. I have got a (band 6) job offer for Dammam location, SAR 6500 monthly + one time settlement amount of SAR 3000 + medical + annual paid leave with return ticket for family. This is a 2 years contract (renewable). ...
Sorry Man beg to differ...6500 is definitely isn't worth to warrant a move to Saudi...with 9 years of experience.... additionally:- 1. Retail sector is among the ones on radar for saudization ..I guess today govt has issued further guidelines on ... Read More
IS SAR 6500 monthly enough for a couple in Dammam? by mike.lhn
Hi! I am from New Delhi, India. I have got a (band 6) job offer for Dammam location, SAR 6500 monthly + one time settlement amount of SAR 3000 + medical + annual paid leave with return ticket for family. This is a 2 years contract (renewable). ...
Hi! Mike... answers to ur main questions, below figures are for Riyadh but Damman may be around these too:- 1. 2 BHK rentals are from about 20K to 35K in good locality and with good maintenance. So abt avg. 2500 per month 2. Living expenses on ... Read More
People Living in Compounds! Need your Attention! by crybaby1
I wanted to ask you guys is it oksy for a visitor (who is allowed inside compound) to visit Recreation area,now i know every compound has a different kind of Rec area,but usually the one which holds Parties,swimming ...
And she was pretty pissed with 'Ghost town' eh! Read More
Telugu speaking boys and Girls in Riyadh??? by balu.vummiti
Hi, I am an Engineer, recently came to Riyadh from India. I do not have any idea about KSA and do not have a single friend here in Riyadh. Any Telugu speaking Boys or Girls can contact me Rgds, BB
Hey..Bala...you would get ample number of telugu speaking people in KSA.... I guess among Indians post Keralaites telugu are the next big bunch.. Search the forum there are some threads already..and as far as i know i guess there is a telugu riyadh ... Read More
How to celebrate 2014 in Ryadh? any plans? by hinnam
hello everybody, I'm new in Ryadh, i'm asking if there's any place to celebrate the new year ?? party? in compounds maybe : can we buy the tickets?? plz help, i need to spend a nice time with my husband : we are just married :) Thank you, Sophia
Hi! Sophia...for compounds parties you need to be invited by someone you know...there are no tickets that you could buy...only option would be to go to nearest Bahrain which would definitely get crowded during new year's... Read More
British woman moving to Riyadh - not living in a compound by Zaah
I have a job offer as a nanny, starting in February. Living with a Saudi family not on a compound. As I will not be living in a western compound Im worried about how I will be able to meet and Socialise with other expats. How easy is it to meet ...
ha ha ha...... that's what Saudi does to us...but atleast this forum and such topics bring some fun to our lives... @ Zaah let me give few pointers :- 1. You will not be able to even exit the country unless your sponsorer gives you an exit visa. 2. ... Read More
I love Saudi Arabia as my second country by angel nziyane
My name its Angel,coming from South Africa Johannesburg.i work at the fire department as a fire fighter.Saudi Arabia its a country that i like to work for for in future as a fire fighter.
We all are real frustrated lot here ..eh! :dumbom: Read More
central security hospital by sunil chaudhari
have anyone idea of central sucurity hospital riyadh.i m selected as resident doctor thre?wat kind of working atmosphere there? thanks in anticipation
Dude...thts the only enjoyment if u can call it u have in saudi, shopping malls and restaurants, point is how long can u enjoy and live by these 2... make sure ur job role adds to ur overall experience and negotiate hard on package thts the only ... Read More
what is Transferable Iqama by ulki
I want to change my job and the new company that is hiring me wants to know if my iqama is transferable ? and how to go about the transfer of iqama ? if it is not transferable what is the best solution ?
As far as I understand you can get transfer before two years rule as well but the current sponsorer has to issue a No objection letter Read More
Got a Job Offer 6880 SAR/per Month Need Advice by mahesarthegreat
Hi, I got a job offer as Doctor in MOH in Al-Qassim.Salary offered as SAR 6880.Few things are confusing 1.Tell me about Al-Qassim 2.My husband will accompany with me,he is basically a banker by profession having more then 7 years experience so ...
Hi! I thought the salary you mentioned is quite low for a qualified doctor... you may want to check on that... Read More
Personal loans in Riyadh by vamsipenu
Dear friends can any one suggest me the bank to open a savings account that provides credit card and personal loan with low interest rates for exparaites
@vamsipenu you should be able to get card & loans from most of the banks if ur employer is well recognized firm....best is to take loan from the bank where your salary gets deposited...tht is the easiest way, less documentation , better rates as ... Read More
Personal loans in Riyadh by vamsipenu
Dear friends can any one suggest me the bank to open a savings account that provides credit card and personal loan with low interest rates for exparaites
well typically ppl look for cheaper and easier bank from where they can transfer funds.... the loans rates will not really vary too much across banks until you are an employee of a big firm like aramco which has special deals... check with ur admin ... Read More
Offer Analysis by rusagrointertrade
I am new to this forum, I am 50 with grown up kids. I have been offerred recently a position in Riyadh for 200,000 PA basic salary. I need all the help I can get in evaliuating this offer. I am earning about 20 Lakh PA in a cushy job in delhi Is ...
For a 2 BHK Flat you would need to pay btw 20K-35K annually depending on locality in Riyadh. Set up expenses of appliances etc. may also be arnd 12K with some 2nd hand furniture.... Monthly living expenses can be done in abt 2500 for family of ... Read More
Offer analysis - need inputs by R P M
Dear All, I am considering an offer from a Bank in Riyadh, I have ~7 years of banking work experience. I request inputs on following: 1. I am being offered a salary of ~20000 rials, if i decide to take a 1BHK/Studio apartment in compound and live ...
RPM the fact tht u r getting tht salary ... i guess u r already in a good place looking forward for a good career ahead...further as advised above ur wife may not be able to get any job and just sit at home... wasting her skills as well.. Think in ... Read More
Hi from Poland by prawdziwe
Hello everyone I am young energetic and friendly Polish girl just finished college and now ready for adventure. I like travelling and hiking. I play volleyball and I am big fan of Katarzyna Ewa SkowroÅska and I have her autograph on my school bag. I ...
Dubai is the most cosmopolitan part of the arab world.. Read More
MONEY TRANSFER TO INDIA (REMITTANCE)
To remit money u will need an iqama.... as all transfer houses need tht...the only other option is to ask any of ur acquaintance locally, who has iqama to transfer if they have some room in their remittance... Read More
where to buy cheap abaya set in riyadh?
You have plenty of shops in Batha.... not sure of cost though...but u can price hunt and bargain.. Read More
Few queries about staying in Riyadh by Akshay1212
Hello group members, I am Indian and I planing to move to Riyadh,I have few queries about staying in Riyadh and need group members help who stays their, to answer it. 1. Is their a way to watch Indian TV channel, I learnt from some discussions ...
JD, Riyadh & KSA are probably among safest places in world ;> only thing is always with the documentation ....If u r on work visa / Iqama here , u wud need ur sponsorer to issue u a exit rentry visa to go out of the country... for family it may be a ... Read More
Skype, dropbox, Whatsapp, etc. Blocked in Saudi? by MancDoc
Hi, A while ago, someone mentioned that Whatsapp would be blocked in Saudi. Has this happened? What about Skype, Dropbox (and other cloud storage services)? I am about to relocate to Riyadh and I would be grateful for some info. Thanks.
dude...was surprised tht viber is working .... i had exchanged messages on viber toin Australia just last week...infact had got a missed call too [which i cudn't take tht time]... And Mancdoc all else is working too...dropbox, g drive, g talk, ... Read More
Cost of Living In riyadh
Hi! we have guys placed by cog**g*nt here on dual salary with 5-6 yrs of experience, on paper they get paid 15K and 7K in hand actually.... I guess ur firm is giving u a cheap deal with ur level of experience [assuming 8-9 yrs]... Look into few ... Read More
TV Series: Need Something to watch by seeker of truth
Does anyone watch Game of Thrones? Or Spartacus? How could you rate them? What is your favorite tv series (old or new doesn't matter)? Maybe you could give me idea what to watch...:):):):) P.S. In english please!!! :D:D:D Thanks
I have seen all available seasons for below ones and highly recommended them all... 1. Big Bang Theory 2. How I Met Your Mother 3. Glee 4. Grey's Anatomy Read More
Offer analysis - need inputs by R P M
Dear All, I am considering an offer from a Bank in Riyadh, I have ~7 years of banking work experience. I request inputs on following: 1. I am being offered a salary of ~20000 rials, if i decide to take a 1BHK/Studio apartment in compound and live ...
RPM what area are you in within banking ? Read More
wife visa or visit visa
I know ans to 2 bits in ur questions :- 1. Visit Visa is for 3 months 2. You can renew it from within Saudi another tit bit on visit visa I learned from someone is u shd get it for multiple exit & entry , in case u plan to go to bharain etc. Read More
Offer analysis - need inputs by R P M
Dear All, I am considering an offer from a Bank in Riyadh, I have ~7 years of banking work experience. I request inputs on following: 1. I am being offered a salary of ~20000 rials, if i decide to take a 1BHK/Studio apartment in compound and live ...
How employable ur work role is back in India, in case you don't end up liking this place or ur contract is not renewed ? Salary is just 1 part of ur overall life... so take a holistic view and have some plan in place for the above situation I ... Read More
JUST FOR FUN: Describe KSA using a movie title by Local Brownie
Hey there good people I invite you to take a moment -or few =p - to describe ksa using one movie title. Both locals and expats are welcomed to post any title they think is fitting of ksa. This is for fun so don't hold back and if you are offended ...
Dude... hw can anyone miss it... "Cast Away" ..just that our 'WILSON' is a laptop here.... Read More
IT Job offer - Is it feasible to accomodate family status? by misiraj
Dear friends, I am IT job seeker (6+ MNC exp in India) in Gulf and has been offered 15K SAR per month. This doesn't include Transportation, Food and Housing. I am married and with a kid of 2.5 years. Can i go for this offer? I can't drive and it ...
All i can advise is salary is not very bad for 6 yrs of experience... But nothing to rave about as well... so u need to look at other factors...career growth is not much for expats here... u need to look at if ur current skils and this job, will ... Read More
need your feedback
Dude..labor Visa is an issue... big one !!! Under Labor visa I guess u can't invite any of ur family members to visit here... But I guess bigger one is the govt had started crackdown on the many ill visa practices including visa & qualification ... Read More
A French family expatriate to Riyadh
Mark... Biggest cost would be housing .... A 2 room flat in an compound can range from SAR 60K to 180K per year (Wht I know of !) Apart from that everything else (grocery, regular monthly expenses etc.) can fit for your family in about SAR 3-5K per ... Read More
VOIP in Saudi Arabia by yeehi
1) Can you use VOIP services in Saudi? Or are the telecom companies blocking/interfering with VOIP services? 2) If you get a sim card with a data plan, could you put it into your laptop modem or smart phone and use Skype, or some other such ...
Yep second wht Allie says...Skype subscription works beautifully the call quality is grt... Read More
Offer in Riyadh Pharma - IT Division
The main issue is the salary mayn't rise much once u come here and I agree for your experience abt 20K shd be a agreeable figure... Read More
Wanted feedback regarding interview by pasal
Hi, I had answered an interview for the role of a operations manager at a factory in Jeddah on 29 June 2013. The opening was advertised through a consultant in Mumbai-India, the interview with the employer was held at the consultants office in ...
yep same here...i was interviewed in Oct'11 by a Bank... they vanished... I meanwhile changed jobs... and then suddenly they came back knocking in Mar'12 and gave me the job thereon paper work took another 2 months.. Read More