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rhiggins

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Bahamian expat in Kuwait

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56

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Bahamian

Lives in Shaab

Registration: 29 May 2012

rhiggins
rhiggins replied to a thread
10 years ago

where can i find Afro hair saloon in kolkata?

Hi, Please advise if you were able to find an Afro salon? Thank you Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
11 years ago
Itsblitz

Moving to Grande Prairie Alberta by Itsblitz

Hi everybody,i'm moving to Grande prairie in a couple of week on work permit.I'm a heavy duty tech.I want to know how's life in grande prairie........I mean the people,the cost of living ,rent,facilities ect thks

rhiggins

Thanks so much for your input...I was getting a little concerned here. I would certainly like to keep busy whilst in GP. Glad you mentioned a district to stay...are there other areas to recommend as I am looking for a nice family friendly area that ... Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
11 years ago
Itsblitz

Moving to Grande Prairie Alberta by Itsblitz

Hi everybody,i'm moving to Grande prairie in a couple of week on work permit.I'm a heavy duty tech.I want to know how's life in grande prairie........I mean the people,the cost of living ,rent,facilities ect thks

rhiggins

Thanks...i will check the website Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
11 years ago
Itsblitz

Moving to Grande Prairie Alberta by Itsblitz

Hi everybody,i'm moving to Grande prairie in a couple of week on work permit.I'm a heavy duty tech.I want to know how's life in grande prairie........I mean the people,the cost of living ,rent,facilities ect thks

rhiggins

Thanks for your prompt reply. I heard how expensive it is but I guess it is expected. We are looking to relocate shortly but could only find limited information on line. I read that housing is quite hard to come by. How did you find the housing ... Read More

rhiggins
rhiggins replied to a thread
11 years ago
Itsblitz

Moving to Grande Prairie Alberta by Itsblitz

Hi everybody,i'm moving to Grande prairie in a couple of week on work permit.I'm a heavy duty tech.I want to know how's life in grande prairie........I mean the people,the cost of living ,rent,facilities ect thks

rhiggins

Hi, Please advise if you relocated to Grand Prairie. If so, how is it down there? Is it a decent place to live and are there things to do, is it safe and so forth? Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
11 years ago
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Can my family and I live on 417,000 rupees per month in Gurgaon by rhiggins

Hello everyone, Please advise if my family (2 adults and 1 child) will be able to live on 417,000 rupees per month in Gurgaon. This to include: School fees for inception (4 years old) at a international private school 3 bedroom apartment or villa ...

rhiggins

Thanks Nxpat, I will certainly do more research on cost and living. Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
11 years ago
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Can my family and I live on 417,000 rupees per month in Gurgaon by rhiggins

Hello everyone, Please advise if my family (2 adults and 1 child) will be able to live on 417,000 rupees per month in Gurgaon. This to include: School fees for inception (4 years old) at a international private school 3 bedroom apartment or villa ...

rhiggins

Thanks everyone for your responses Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
11 years ago
rhiggins

Can my family and I live on 417,000 rupees per month in Gurgaon by rhiggins

Hello everyone, Please advise if my family (2 adults and 1 child) will be able to live on 417,000 rupees per month in Gurgaon. This to include: School fees for inception (4 years old) at a international private school 3 bedroom apartment or villa ...

rhiggins

Thanks. Would you be so kind as to give me some websites that discuss further. You know fees/ what's available and so forth for expats. Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
11 years ago
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Can my family and I live on 417,000 rupees per month in Gurgaon by rhiggins

Hello everyone, Please advise if my family (2 adults and 1 child) will be able to live on 417,000 rupees per month in Gurgaon. This to include: School fees for inception (4 years old) at a international private school 3 bedroom apartment or villa ...

rhiggins

What is the average cost of medical insurance per month for an adult and child? Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
11 years ago
rhiggins

Can my family and I live on 417,000 rupees per month in Gurgaon by rhiggins

Hello everyone, Please advise if my family (2 adults and 1 child) will be able to live on 417,000 rupees per month in Gurgaon. This to include: School fees for inception (4 years old) at a international private school 3 bedroom apartment or villa ...

rhiggins

Thanks this has been real helpful. Really don't know what to expect but you have given me great info. Are there any other expenses you think may be of issue? Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
11 years ago
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Can my family and I live on 417,000 rupees per month in Gurgaon by rhiggins

Hello everyone, Please advise if my family (2 adults and 1 child) will be able to live on 417,000 rupees per month in Gurgaon. This to include: School fees for inception (4 years old) at a international private school 3 bedroom apartment or villa ...

rhiggins

Thank you for your prompt response. Finding this type of information can be quite difficult to find on the internet but you have managed to break it down simply. Read More

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rhiggins created a thread
11 years ago

Can my family and I live on 417,000 rupees per month in Gurgaon

Hello everyone, Please advise if my family (2 adults and 1 child) will be able to live on 417,000 rupees per month in Gurgaon. This to include: School fees for inception (4 years old) at a international private school 3 bedroom apartment or villa ... Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
12 years ago

Schools Availability in July

Hi, my family and relocated about a month ago to Doha and are having similar issues. Finding a school can be difficult but our main issue is the fact that we can't get our PR until my husband completes six months (well, obtains 6 months worth of ... Read More

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rhiggins created a thread
12 years ago

English primary schools in Sal or Boavista?

Hi, I would like to know if there are any schools (primary or secondary that offer instruction in English. Please advise. Also it would be nice if someone can start a list of schools in Cape Verde. -Thanks you Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
12 years ago

What's the difference between an investor status and self-employeed?

Thank you. Now I understand Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
12 years ago

What's the difference between an investor status and self-employeed?

Hi, Can someone please tell me the difference between investor and self-employed status? What is the requirement to be self-employeed? Does it have to be in a specific feild of interest? Thank you Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
12 years ago

Wedding Designer

Hello, Can anyone tell me of a wedding designer here in Kuwait. The person can be an independent contractor or with a company. Thanks Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago

Where can I find a spa that allows females to massage men?

I'm sorry I posted the question, as I didn't think it was a big deal for a male (single or married) to want a professional massuse to massage his back. At the moment I get massages by women 2 times a month and back home by a male or female. ... Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago

Volunteer or Charties in Kuwait

Good day, Can someone please provide me with names of charities or volunteer services here in Kuwait. I have some time during the day and would love to make use of the time. Thank you Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago

looking for someone who can do weave

Hi, I just recently found a place that I believe can do weaves. Please contact South Africa Salon on Tunis Street, Hawalli at 995-09904. Good luck. Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago

Where can I find a spa that allows females to massage men?

Hi, My husband is lookng for a female masseuse but he has been told that he will get a male masseuse. Does anyone know of a place that provide females to massage males? Thank you Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago

Looking baby nurseries with timings from 7 am until at least 5 pm?

Thank you. I will check them out for sure. Read More

rhiggins
rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago

Looking baby nurseries with timings from 7 am until at least 5 pm?

Can anyone help me with finding a day care with the timings of 7 am to at least 5 pm. I have searched and I can only find 1, the Marafi Bilingual Nursery. Please let me know if there is another. Thank you Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago

Do I need a police clearance if I have a Family Joining Visa?

Hi everyone, Just received my family to follow visa and I wondered if I needed a police clearance from my country Bahamas to enter Kuwait. The nearest Embassy is in the US but they don't legalize or authenticate non-us documents. How doo I get this ... Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago

Can a UAE driver's license be tranfered to a Kuwait driver's license?

Legacy, Thanks for responding to my questions. I don't see anything on my UAE dricers license that says GCC. Maybe because I got my licence last year. Hope this isn't an issue. Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago
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Can I work under my husband's work permit? by rhiggins

Hi, I would like to know if I can work under my husband's visa or do i have to obtain my own. If I have to obtain my own, will it be difficult? I am degreed qualified with years experience in hospitality management, public relations and ...

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Thanks for letting me know Duresprit Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago

What's the basic cost of utilties?

Hi, Please provide me with the basic cost of utilities: Cable T.V or satellite? Water? Electricity? and any other utiltity needed....and are there deposits involved in acquiring services for the first time. Thanks Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago
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Can I work under my husband's work permit? by rhiggins

Hi, I would like to know if I can work under my husband's visa or do i have to obtain my own. If I have to obtain my own, will it be difficult? I am degreed qualified with years experience in hospitality management, public relations and ...

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Rhina, Thanks for the information. I hope I get lucky with employment. Do you know if there are a lot of opportunities for part-time work? or is full-time the norm? Read More

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rhiggins created a thread
13 years ago

Looking for a salon that can do braids and hair relaxers

Hi, I am Afro-Caribbean decent and I am looking for a salon that can do my type of hair. Looking for someone that can braid, do hair extensions, hair treatments and so on. Please help...will be moving to Kuwait in a few weeks Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago

Working in Sharq (downtown) and looking housing in nearby district

Hi, My husband will be working in downtown Sharq but we will like to rent a 2-bedroom apartment furnished in a nearby districr. Looking for a 15-20 min commute with minimal traffic. Please advice on area's that are safe and clean and family ... Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago

Can a UAE driver's license be tranfered to a Kuwait driver's license?

Hi, I currently have a UAE driver's license and i want to know how do I go about apply for a Kuwait license. Do I have to take a test (wrriten and practical.) Thanks Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago
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Can I work under my husband's work permit? by rhiggins

Hi, I would like to know if I can work under my husband's visa or do i have to obtain my own. If I have to obtain my own, will it be difficult? I am degreed qualified with years experience in hospitality management, public relations and ...

rhiggins

Thanks Livekrish, you have been most helpful Read More

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rhiggins created a thread
13 years ago

Can I work under my husband's work permit?

Hi, I would like to know if I can work under my husband's visa or do i have to obtain my own. If I have to obtain my own, will it be difficult? I am degreed qualified with years experience in hospitality management, public relations and ... Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago

Does Kuwait have an income tax on wages?

Hi, Please advice if Kuwait has an income tax on wages? Thanks Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago
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Do I have to pay a year advance rent when signing an apartment lease? by rhiggins

Hi, I would like to know the standard requirement when renting an apartment. Do the apartment manager's require first and last months rent plus security deposit? or do I have to pay six to a year in advance on a lease. Please advise. Thanks

rhiggins

Thanks so much. Was kind of worried about it as this is the practice in UAE. :) Read More

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rhiggins created a thread
13 years ago

Do I have to pay a year advance rent when signing an apartment lease?

Hi, I would like to know the standard requirement when renting an apartment. Do the apartment manager's require first and last months rent plus security deposit? or do I have to pay six to a year in advance on a lease. Please advise. Thanks Read More

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rhiggins created a thread
13 years ago

Need advice on housing in Ruwias or Gayathi, Abu Dhabi

Hi, I have been researching housing in Ruwais and Gayathi for over a week now with no luck. I have chatted with a few people about possible rental properties (apartment, villa,etc.) but I haven't gotten much feedback I will not be working with ... Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago

Is there income taxes in Jordan?

Is there income taxed in Jordan? If so, what is it? What other taxes should I expect? Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago

Daycare services in Aqaba

Hi, I will like to know of any full day nursery or daycare services in Aqaba. Please let me know of times and tution if possible. Thank you Read More

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rhiggins created a thread
13 years ago

Can my family survive on 10,600 JD per month

Can my family and I survive on 10,600 JD per month...to include housing, food, insurance, transportation, etc. Please providre details. Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago

Need of a Salon that fixes african hair

Hi, I wondered if you found someone to do your hair. I will be moving to Jakarta next month and it has been a challenge to find a salon to do my hair. I get relaaxers from time to time and weaves. By any chance you konw of a place. Thanks Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
13 years ago
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Can I survive on 71,000 IDR a month plus benefits by rhiggins

My husband was offered a job of 71,000 base salary per month after taxes, school allownace of 1,894,000 for our baby per month, medical insurance, semi furnished 2 bedroom apartment including all utilities, and car. Is this a good deal? Can we get ...

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Sorry the misprint in figures. The correct amont is 71,000,000 ID per month. Can we survive on this per month? Thanks Read More

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rhiggins created a thread
13 years ago

Looking for a hair salon that specializes in Afro-American hair

Hi, I am of black african decent and looking for a salon that specializes in my type of hair (course). I need a hair relaxer from time to time and hair weaving or extensions. Please help. Thanks Read More

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rhiggins created a thread
14 years ago

Can I survive on 71,000 IDR a month plus benefits

My husband was offered a job of 71,000 base salary per month after taxes, school allownace of 1,894,000 for our baby per month, medical insurance, semi furnished 2 bedroom apartment including all utilities, and car. Is this a good deal? Can we get ... Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
14 years ago
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Full time daycare for 14 month old- No nannies by rhiggins

My family and I will be relocating to Jakarta in 2 months. We are looking for a daycare center thataccept babies/toddlers for at least 8 hours of the day as we both will be working. I know that it is cheaper to hire a nanny but I would like my child ...

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Thanks for replying. As sson as we are in jakarta I will e-mail you for additional info. Really appreciate it. Read More

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rhiggins created a thread
14 years ago

Full time daycare for 14 month old- No nannies

My family and I will be relocating to Jakarta in 2 months. We are looking for a daycare center thataccept babies/toddlers for at least 8 hours of the day as we both will be working. I know that it is cheaper to hire a nanny but I would like my child ... Read More

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rhiggins replied to a thread
14 years ago

Can I work under my husband's work permit?

Hi, My husband and I will be moving to Jakarta in a few months and I wondered if I am able to work under my husbands sponsorship or work permit? Please help Thanks Read More

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rhiggins joined Kuwait expat community
14 years ago