Ihsan Ozbakir
@ihsanozbakir
Turkish expat in Bahrain
Forum posts
85
Contacts
4
About me
Turkish
Lives in Manama
Registration: 08 December 2012
How to register a community in Bahrain by TmEsko
Good day everyone, i have been able to organize/register almost more than half of my country people here in Bahrain with their locations, addresses here and back home to form a community and the purpose is to hitch all Ghanaian’s in the ...
There are very good attorney offices in Bahrain. I may suggest you Qays Attorneys Office. They are one of the best and their services are very expensive. But be sure their service will always keep you in safe. Please do search on web. Read More
How to register a community in Bahrain by TmEsko
Good day everyone, i have been able to organize/register almost more than half of my country people here in Bahrain with their locations, addresses here and back home to form a community and the purpose is to hitch all Ghanaian’s in the ...
It's better, ask an opinion from an attorney office and take an action with a good lawyer. Read More
high end nightclubs
Coda Jazz Club in Jufair (Premier Hotel) Read More
To meet the Latinos by Amaris30
Hi wondering how to meet Latinos in Bahrain and to talk about experience in Bahrain an what to expect living here. I come from USA.
There is one Portuguese bakery/cafe in Lagoon/Amwaj. Whenever I' bought Portuguese bread or something from this bakery/cafe, I always met some Latino's with/without kids there. You may visit this cafe, Owner's of this bakery/cafe may ... Read More
Not sure where to meet people by Yeahidk
Hi everyone So im new on expat But i've been living in bahrain for a while It's been extremely difficult meeting people and making friends I never know where to go and what to join I'm a female and I'm 22 Basically looking for a ...
It's been long time I couldn't/didn't logged in. Today I decided to do. Then I met this topic and I saw Lindochka1's post. I'm shocked. What's happening to some of this expat forum members? Really? Seriously? :/ :/ ... Read More
Hoover/Vacuum repair by GuestPoster95685
Anyone know the best place to get a hoover repaired? We think we fried the motor after not emptying it for a while. Not sure if it can be repaired but rather try than just bin it and get a new one. Saar/Janabiya area preferably... TIA
Please keep in mind that, repair cost will be much more expensive than buying a new one in Bahrain :( . So, if my vacuum had same problem, I would never look for repair and directly buy a new one. Once there was an extra noise on my TV's ... Read More
Best Place to Dance Latin Music by DonnyQ
Noticed that Latin Quarters is closed, any other place where a nice variation of Latin music is played?
Once I heard Novotel also has one latin club, but I've never been there. You may check with Novotel. Read More
Premature Termination from work without written notice by Liali
Hi everyone! This is my first time to join here in the forum. So I hope I can get legal advise from you. I came from the Philippines to work here as a nurse in one of the Pediatric clinics here in Bahrain. I am single, the only girl and youngest ...
As I know, if you opened a case at court, you can't leave country till case ended. For this and other questions, it's better for you to contact to a good attorney, who have experience on these kind of cases between employee and employer. Read More
Points system for driving licences to be enforced from Feb. 8
(QUOTE) Director-General of Traffic Shaikh Nasser bin Abdullah Al Khalifa announced on Monday that the points system for Bahrain’s all driving licences will come into force from February 8. He said the system was meant to promote the sense of ... Read More
Bahrain Public and Private Beaches List by ihsanozbakir
You may follow the link for the list of beaches: [url=https://www.bahrainpropertyworld.com/expat-information/bahrain-public-and-private-beaches-list/]Beaches List[/url]
Dear Suburbansam, I hope you didn't misunderstand me. If you did, I'm sorry. Dear Naomi, Thanks for clarifying. Have a good day all. Read More
Bahrain Public and Private Beaches List by ihsanozbakir
You may follow the link for the list of beaches: [url=https://www.bahrainpropertyworld.com/expat-information/bahrain-public-and-private-beaches-list/]Beaches List[/url]
As I remember, there were some posts with links to real estate websites or mentioning building/hotel/restaurant names, newspapers, etc. Thanks for your warning but, I'm just asking because of my curiosity; were those members advertising or ... Read More
Bahrain Public and Private Beaches List
You may follow the link for the list of beaches: Beaches List Read More
How long does a Work Visa take to process? by DebbieT1
I am still in my home country after accepting employment in Bahrain November last year. I keep in contact with the HR authority but only to receive the reply that my Visa is still being processed. How long does it normally take and what could be ...
Sometimes it may take a month (like mine). On the other hand one of my friends visa process finalized within 2 days. Read More
Electricity + Water tariffs increase by double!! by gunner757
Electricity and water tariffs for expats in Bahrain will increase by double, starting March 2016. The increase would continue until 2019, reaching the actual production cost of these two vital services. This was officially stated yesterday by ...
About unnecessary water usage you may be right. But what about daily electricity consumption? Till when individuals will do this? What about during and after April, when the weather will be warmer then nowadays? Won't they turn their A/C's ... Read More
Electricity + Water tariffs increase by double!! by gunner757
Electricity and water tariffs for expats in Bahrain will increase by double, starting March 2016. The increase would continue until 2019, reaching the actual production cost of these two vital services. This was officially stated yesterday by ...
I'm afraid, this rate increase will directly effect economy. Because this increase is not only for expats and/or some Bahraini's. One of my colleague says, his electricity bill is average BD 50. Because of subsidy he was paying like BHD ... Read More
Visa for Turkey by Lindochka
Hi. Can someone please recommend a travel agent who can help with getting a second visa to Turkey. Thanks
Whom did you informed while you were in Turkey and what's the difference? If you want PM me your mobile number, after getting some info from you, I may call Embassy. Read More
Visa for Turkey by Lindochka
Hi. Can someone please recommend a travel agent who can help with getting a second visa to Turkey. Thanks
Why are you looking for an agent. Embassy is at Hoora. Visa applications : 1.00 PM to 2.30 PM Read More
Things to do in Manama during the weekends
First couple of months after moving : "There is this, there is that, I need to go and see/visit". Six months after moving : Eat, clubbing, drink, sleep. One year after moving : Checking cheap tickets for other GCC countries. :) Read More
Expat Blog Get-Together from Bahrain by gunner757
Guess we should arrange "Expat.com Get-Together from Bahrain " :cool:
The place in my mind is Veranda Cafe/Adliya. Maybe you know, they have smoking and non-smoking areas. Read More
Expat Blog Get-Together from Bahrain by gunner757
Guess we should arrange "Expat.com Get-Together from Bahrain " :cool:
Dear Josnuggles, your message (#10) was for me or to another person? Read More
Expat Blog Get-Together from Bahrain by gunner757
Guess we should arrange "Expat.com Get-Together from Bahrain " :cool:
Dear All, It's a good idea to get together. My question is when and where? :-) If all are available, we may meet on 28 November (Saturday) or 05 December (Saturday). Which one is fine with you? -Sheesha cafe (6.00 PM)? -Coffee shop (6.00 ... Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
I saw in some aquarium shops, but none of them were in good conditions, mostly were sick and remainings shapes were not good. I may advise you to get from a hobbyist, if anyone breeds in Bahrain, or buy online from a known breeder. Last time I ... Read More
Book shops to gift some books anonymously ?
Funny idea. Why you don't want to be known as sender? :lol: :/ What if, she will refuse to take it? Read More
E-cig/Vape in Bahrain by Pupstarr
Can anyone tell me how to get/buy a vape here in Bahrain? I've seen a few vaping here but too shy to ask them how/where they got it. Thanks!
if you don't mind my asking, what is "vape"? Read More
Any Haunted Houses or Ghost Stories in Bahrain ;) by blitzerr77
Well .. Just searching for something interesting . Every place has some of those . Dont mind sharing if you had came across any here . Though I think its unlikely . Bahrain is too small and hot for Ghosts to survive . ;)
Really? I didn't know that Bahrain government hired ghost busters. Nice to hear about it. Read More
Where to find rum aroma?
I'm not sure that you can find it here in middle east. Also, I've never seen or heard its available here. Read More
Any Haunted Houses or Ghost Stories in Bahrain ;) by blitzerr77
Well .. Just searching for something interesting . Every place has some of those . Dont mind sharing if you had came across any here . Though I think its unlikely . Bahrain is too small and hot for Ghosts to survive . ;)
Maybe he is still looking for it. So now he knows where is his left flip fop is. LOL. Read More
Any Haunted Houses or Ghost Stories in Bahrain ;) by blitzerr77
Well .. Just searching for something interesting . Every place has some of those . Dont mind sharing if you had came across any here . Though I think its unlikely . Bahrain is too small and hot for Ghosts to survive . ;)
I'm living in Jufair since 2010 and i never heard those kind of stories. Probably those kind of stories created for the kids who are not sleeping or behaving naughty. LOL Read More
dating in bahrain by ladyjalel
i just came in bahrain a couple of months ago for a job offer in a construction company. out of boredom i found a guy in skout. he's a christian lebanese and working in saudi. we met twice and he seems a good guy. he wanted to stay in my ...
I don't know who are you and also who is he. Maybe he is very nice person. But only thing I can say is be careful at the beginning and don't feel upset later. Keep in your mind that, Bahrain is "HEAVEN" for the most of the people ... Read More
Meeting
Hi Ricardo, just let me know when will you come Bahrain again? We can meet for coffee or dinner, etc. Please check your PM inbox. Read More
Looking for a Lawyer - Who can advise regarding Bahraini Nationality
Best attorney office for me in Bahrain is Qays H. Zubi Attorneys &Legal Consultants Office (for your info, their services charges are a bit expensive). If you want I may send their contact no and person my message. Read More
Arriving Tomorrow by GogginFam
Hi everyone, My name is Mike and I'm arriving tomorrow with Sarah, my wife, and three kiddos (ages 3,4,5). So...it's our first time living broad, or even just living anywhere else, really, and so we are on this blog to learn about Bahrain, ...
Have a safe flight with your family and welcome. I hope all members of your family will enjoy and be happy in Bahrain. Read More
Bahrain medical test
It's better you to ask this to HR department of concerning company. About these kind of questions, you may get wrong answers. Read More
No medical insurance included in package - is that okay ??
There are many, but it may cost you more than BD 1.000,00 per year/per person (depends on the clauses you want). For family, I guess they may give you some discount. Read More
2000 BHD - can I save on this ? by portoman
Hi Single guy, no wife, no kids, would 2000 BHD be enough to live and save on ? This does not include accommodation and I don't think it includes medical insurance either.
Dear Portoman, you may save but it totally depends on your life style and preferences. Under normal life conditions, that figure is good enough for living and saving, but keep in mind that it depends on your life style, flat rent, vehicle ... Read More
Traffic rules tightened by ihsanozbakir
Finally ... [url=http://www.gulf-daily-news.com/NewsDetails.aspx?storyid=395273]Traffic rules tightened[/url]
This change is good but on the other hand, Bahrain needs a new huge prison. Like min 200.000 people capacity. Read More
Lonely in Bahrain by theswed
Hi everybody, been in Bahrain for 2 months now and I don´t seem to find the natural places to meet new people. So, if anyone feels the same way, just inbox me. I am Swedish by the way, and I like simple stuff like going out for a beer, malls, ...
welcome to bahrain. please check your message box. Read More
Products I can't seem to get by Ocfemjc
Random question. Been looking for baking powder & Apple cider vinegar in bulk. ACV seems to not exist here & can only get the tiny baking soda tins,imported so exxy. Need it to wash my hair 😢 Anywhere I may get it?
Are you sure that Alosra's are selling alcohol? Please don't misinform. Alosra's are supermarkets, not alcohol shops. Read More
Photography enthusiasts by Wais_Demo
Hi, I am looking for photography enthusiasts in Bahrain, it doesn't matter if you are not a pro, if you are interested please get in touch. Thank you.
I'm not sure, links allowed here or not. For this reason I'm not adding link but you may search for "Bahrain Photo Walk Club" on Facebook. Weather is nice nowadays, I'm planning to arrange a new photo walk event. Any location ... Read More
Ramadan Rules by Omeath
My wife and daughter are coming over and I am not sure how Bahrain deals with Ramadan. What happens to the shops, bars and restaurants during this time? I am aware of the procedures in Saudi and UAE, but I have not experienced Ramadan in Bahrain.
During Ramadan; -You are not allowed to eat or drink outside (public areas) during fasting time, after iftar (sunset) you can, -Working hours are shorter than other months, -All restaurants, cafes etc. are accepting guests around iftar (sunset), ... Read More
Ramadan Rules by Omeath
My wife and daughter are coming over and I am not sure how Bahrain deals with Ramadan. What happens to the shops, bars and restaurants during this time? I am aware of the procedures in Saudi and UAE, but I have not experienced Ramadan in Bahrain.
Are you really living in Bahrain? Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
If possible, could you please explain how to go to Fish World from Manama? Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
Please give me your address. On your FB page, I couldn't find any contact details. Read More
Anonymous HIV testing in Bahrain by Ebrahem Kahn
Dear EB members, I want to know if there are any anonymous HIV/AIDS testing centers in Bahrain which conduct tests without having to present any id's or reporting the results to the government authorities ? Really need the answer to this urgently. ...
As I informed by a friend of mine, expats who has HIV are immediately deporting. If anyone needs about these king of check-up tests, should go their own country and visit a hospital or clinic. Read More
i am new in Bahrain by chaudhryfarid
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Good morning Tinz, We've a group named as "Bahrain Photo Walk Club" on FB for pro's and hobbyists and its link is as following: facebook.com/groups/photowalkclub/ Starting from November (or before, if the weather is not too much hot for walking), ... Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
Couple of times I've posted here for meeting and you know no one interested in meeting to hobbyists.. Read More
Best Place to Watch Football (soccer) Matches? by TheDhanjeeMan
Hi All, I moved to Bahrain a couple months ago. Love it so far, but I'm finding it difficult to find a good place to watch football matches! I've been to JJ's and Warbler, both being terrible. At least in JJ's there was sound! Zero atmosphere in ...
You may try sports bars of the hotels. As you know, "best place" depends on your expectations. As for me champs (previously best western hotels bar in jufair) is a good place for watching matches, or you may try K hotels sports bar also. Both are ... Read More
Mail Online : "Norwegian woman who reported being raped is jailed" ...
Please do read the news by following the link and warn females around you about being very careful while they are in clubs, bars, friends places, etc. Especially free shots from ... Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club 2013 (Continued) by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 1 year with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would be ...
Hi Michael, It will be nice to meet hobbyists here in Bahrain. You may count me in. As an option/offer we may meet at Veranda Cafe Adliya. This coffee shop has 3 separate places for sisha smokers, non sisha smokers and non smokers. Any day after ... Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
Sorry but I couldn't understand this boiled and cooled water thing. Did you fill your tank with boiled and cooled water or just used it for cleaning the tank? While cleaning the tank and filter, did you use any soap or detergent like ... Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
what you meant by "cleansing agent"? Is it soap like thing or detergent? Read More
Bahrain visit visa for Sri Lanka by g2511
Hi, I would like to know the procedure to get a Bahrain visit visa for a Sri Lankan. We cannot apply online but any suggestions will be appreciated. Regards, G
You may check this link: http://www.evisa.gov.bh/ Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
as i understood from your message, that black spot is not a sickness, she is pregnant :) Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
Before I moved to Bahrain I was keeping and breeding fishes. In Bahrain, I'm not keeping. Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
Your previous post was : ... if yes, any one knows the price ? ...Maybe no one has any idea about what brand/kind of filters available in Bahrain. Wouldn't it like this? ;) Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
Hello Rainu747 (sorry I don't know your name), As I understood, there are no white spots on the fishes nowadays. This is good. But please check all your fishes carefully one more time. If there are no more a single white spot (even if small or ... Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
Multiply the dimensions of your tank and then divide into 1000. So you'll calculate estimated volume (in liters) of your tank (which includes water, filters, sand, stones, etc) For an ex : Guess your tanks dimensions are like 50 cm (w), 40 cm (h) ... Read More
Young child found on her own and is now at Riffa Police Station by Josnuggles
URGENT BAHRAIN Link to picture is: https://plus.google.com/photos/108892768224358327330/albums/5850988763672184513/5851178571342599474?banner=pwa&authkey=CL2e877r4qaBxgE Do you know this little girl? She was found near Awali and is now at Riffa ...
Today is the fourth day and since saturday afternoon no one went to police station means, her parents are living illegally in Bahrain. So, they will never go to police station about her. Or, her parents may have so many kids and may be for this ... Read More
Public beaches in Bahrain by brightonguy
I am quite interested to know your experiences on public beaches in Bahrain. It fascinates me to know that Bahrain, despite being an island, is not known for its beaches and whoever I speak to, they say there aren't many of them. Since the boiling ...
Hi Brightonguy, Check this map please. Beach at mid west of the island. On this map its named as Al Jaza'ir beach. While driving on highway (Shaikh Jaber A Al Subah Hwy. Which one is Mina Salman - Sitra - Riffa - Zallaq way) after passing Univ.of ... Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
my membership is waiting for your approval :-) Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
Hi, did you publish this group? Search engine couldnt be able to find. Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
This is a video link of my discus couple with their 1 week old babies : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jwowVnEr808 Another video from this couple, while laying eggs with their babies :) : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_t0oWd2WsWg Before moving to ... Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
Hello Michael, I'm in. It's really good idea. As a suggestion, we can meet at Veranda Cafe / Adliya (this place have separate places for sisha smokers, cigarette smokers and also for non smokers. Also they have open air place). What about ... Read More
Definitive Guide to Bahrain for New Expats by brightonguy
Welcome to the Island of pearls, lights, sand, lovely people and the all-year-round sunshine... Welcome to Bahrain! In this guide, [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/profile.php?id=529499]Josnuggles[/url] and I are going to do our best to answer the ...
It's really great guide and will be very helpful for the people who wants to move to Bahrain. Special thanks to both of you, Josnuggles and Brightonguy. PS : It's better to change this postings status to sticky, if you don't mind. Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
what kind of fishes you already have? As you know, tap water in Bahrain is mostly r/o from sea. For this reason, I guess ph of tap water may be very less (if water authority doesnt add some chemicals for increasing the ph). So this means some kind ... Read More
Bahrain Aquarium Club by Chalcosoma
Hello everyone My name's Michael, I'm Canadian and I've been living in Bahrain for about 6 months with my wife and will be here for years. I am crazy about freshwater aquariums and love keeping fish, plants, etc. as close as possible as they would ...
Hi Michael and all hobbyists. Before I moved to Bahrain, there were 6 tanks in my flat, each tank was almost 150 lt and full of discusses. I was planning to start again in Bahrain but then I changed my mind and I'm just visiting some aquarium shops ... Read More