Kailash Parmar
@kailashparmar
Indian citizen
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About me
Indian
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English , Hindi
Registration: 23 January 2013
Next weekend paintball :) who is up ! by Momo Ajmi
Hi everyone :) My friend and I decided to go next Thursday to riyadh paintball club I just call them to book time but they say I can make it day ahead which is good but they say that I need at least 6 ppl to play ! And you know the more is better ...
+2 if it happens on saturday. Read More
probation period by adilmd
hello every1. i have been offered job at king saud hospital as a specialist in er dept. they mentioned its for 3 months. i just have a few doubts abt this. i asked the hr dept and they mentioned during this period the salary will be delayed for ...
Insurance and Saudi commission fee - I wont suggest you to pay for them at all, should be borne by the company. Are they asking you to buy the flight tickets too ?? Read More
probation period by adilmd
hello every1. i have been offered job at king saud hospital as a specialist in er dept. they mentioned its for 3 months. i just have a few doubts abt this. i asked the hr dept and they mentioned during this period the salary will be delayed for ...
Doesn't make sense to me, probation period is just for the company to check whether they have hired the right candidate before they make him as a permanent employee. During the probation period employee doesn't get special benefits like the other ... 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 ...
You should have at least worked for an year with your company and should be earning a minimum salary of 2000 SAR (government sector) and 4000 SAR (private sector), age limit is 21 to 60 years. Required Documents: Copy of valid ID Employment letter, ... Read More
Need Residence
That's a bit strange, anyway you can take apartment hotel near the university, one of my friend lives near to the university in an apartment hotel and he is paying 3000 SAR monthly rent. I will strongly recommend you to give a call to the ... Read More
Need Residence
What is know is university either provides accommodation for its employees inside the campus or they make arrangement for it. Did you checked with the university ?? Read More
A Grand Spring Bazaar in Pakistan Embassy for all Nationalities by Fidgety Soul
[img]https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-L6wyXbqmTXQ/Uz6mZwSyJCI/AAAAAAAAAD0/7N7WTji4vQI/w320-h510-no/The+Final.jpg[/img] Organized by Embassy of Pakistan & HUMNAWA (Pakistan ladies Club) At : Embassy of Pakistan (DQ) From : 3pm till 10 pm On ...
Hi, Is there any time limitation for entry to the event. I am interested but will be able to attend after 7:30 PM. Read More
Sand Boarding In & Around Riyadh
Need help to find a store where I can find Sand Boards and some places around Riyadh where Sand Boarding can be done. Read More
Starting a business in Riyadh
The only thing I know is you need to have a Saudi as a business partner. Just visit Chamber of Commerce and maybe you will get some good advice there. Read More
Nando's Peri Peri Sauce - Riyadh by emeraldsaregreen
Hi For all those who know about Nando's Peri Peri Sauce... (not the marinate!) Can you direct me to a store and the location in Riyadh where I would be able to purchase. Many thanks!
You will find them in Danube at Panorma mall. Panorma Mall Read More
SIXTH BOWLING GET TOGETHER @ THE RITZ-CARLTON HOTEL by hmh287
DEAR ALL, I would like to invite all the members of Expat-blog.com, Riyadh to attend the Sixth Bowling Get Together at The Ritz Carlton Hotel, VENUE Strike Bowling Alley, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Riyadh DATE & TIME 14.02.2014 (Friday) 08:30 ...
Is it on Friday or Saturday ?? Read More
STC Location in Riyadh
STC location at exit 13 Never been there, don't know whether they have a customer care center or not. Read More
Arriving in Riyadh next month by hinings
Silly question but can I get blonde hair colour in the supermarkets? Our villa is unfurnished, is there a website where expats sell/trade furniture? Looking forward to 3 years in Riyadh and any advice what to bring is welcomed. Lynette
YES you will surely get whatever hair color you need. Read More
Indian TV Channels and YouTube
You can bring a pre activated Tata Sky settop box and receive the Indian channels through it. (wether its legal or not I don't know) Internet is pretty fast here so streaming movies/videos isn't a problem. Read More
Squash or Table Tennis (in Riyadh) by salroxx
Whats up people!!!! Does anyone know any club where you can professionally or just for practice play and enter tournaments for squash or table tennis??? I used to play professionally in England now want to start that again here.....
thanks bro do you any clue about squash too and do you play table tennis by any chance???For info on squash please contact my friend Julien (julien2706) maybe he will be of help. Regarding TT - I used to play loooong time ago but not at ... Read More
Squash or Table Tennis (in Riyadh) by salroxx
Whats up people!!!! Does anyone know any club where you can professionally or just for practice play and enter tournaments for squash or table tennis??? I used to play professionally in England now want to start that again here.....
For table tennis visit Saudi Table Tennis Federation located at ( google map link) hopefully you will get some information there. Read More
HELP! Car towed! by jakejakejake
I'm a big dumb animal and I managed to get towed from the airport (Riyadh). HELP. Where would it have been taken, and what is the procedure to release it? It was a rental, so I don't have any information on the vehicle- because its all in the ...
It will be better to ask the authorities at the airport where the impound yard is located, go there search for your car, take the documents from the car and pay the fine at the counter and you will be issued a slip, while exiting from the yard you ... Read More
Help me understand... by Rigger64
Obviously, I'm not Muslim. Can someone help me understand, please? I thought there were 5 prayers time each day. Why does DestinationJeddah list 6? Also, other than the Sunrise prayer, how are the times for the other calls to prayer ...
Just wondering if prayer timings are determined by the sun position during the day and the timings changes from place to place then what will be the timing if someone lives in Antarctica ? For now I know there are only a bunch of scientist who stays ... Read More
Starting a Volleyball team at Fitness Time by JohnnoL
Hi there, I'm not really experienced at playing volleyball but I remember it being tons of fun at school. Anyone interested in getting some guys together to play at one of the Fitness Time gyms? Preferably week evenings or weekends. J.
Could you please provide an exact location on Google map and also the contact no/e mail ID of the person to get in touch with. Read More
Final exit by Al Queen
Hi, i have a flight tomorrow Riyadh to Manila and it is a Final Exit. My passport will expire on January 20, 2014. I am worried because i am not sure if they are strict with the 6 month validity rule of passport and does it apply also for Final ...
@Honsamba You can leave Riyadh and renew your passport in Philippines, just make sure that you bring the old passport with you when you are returning back to Riyadh. Once you are in Riyadh you will have to register your new passport against your ... Read More
Chinese Cuisine Restuarants
Diamond Mirage Inside Ritz-Carlton Read More
Paintball
@Mohsin82 I believe it will happen at 1st Paintball, just let me know when are you planning it and then I will be able to confirm. 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 ...
Thanks. Hopefully I will be there at this weekend. 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 ...
Is it the cafe which is near to King Saud University or the one next to Localizer mall ??? Read More
Laser hair removal clinic Riyadh by istanbul123
Hi, Does anyone know if there are laser hair removal clinics in Riaydh and where they are. Also, are they female only or are they clinics for males also? thank you Babur
I paid in 2 installments. Paying for each session separately is too expensive. Read More
Laser hair removal clinic Riyadh by istanbul123
Hi, Does anyone know if there are laser hair removal clinics in Riaydh and where they are. Also, are they female only or are they clinics for males also? thank you Babur
@ KK YASIR The hairs will be still there but what will happen is they will become thinner and thinner after every laser session and at one point they will not be noticeable anymore. No. of laser sessions required varies from person to person (no. ... Read More
Laser hair removal clinic Riyadh by istanbul123
Hi, Does anyone know if there are laser hair removal clinics in Riaydh and where they are. Also, are they female only or are they clinics for males also? thank you Babur
I took full body package at Kaya (10 sessions) for which they charged me 11,200 SAR . Read More
How to apply in king Faisal hospital Riyadh
Its not fixed some people work 8 hour shift & some 12 hour and some get 1 weekly off & some 2. Read More
Saher - over speed - ticket details by Syed Afzal
Dear All (Drivers) pls. visit http://www.rt.gov.sa/saher-.php to get your traffic ticket details (call 2928888 for ticket #) You wiill get the location & time Thanks Afzal
One of my friend was on vacation and his number plate was stolen from his parked car. Our office colleagues suggested to file an FIR with the police which he did reason being people here steal the number plates and put it on their vehicle and then ... Read More
Shopping for singles on the weekends by kom340
Yesterday i was not allowed to get into the Riyadh Gallery. Security guy pointed out that I'm a single MAN :) It's still funny for me, as I've recently stepped on this city. But on the flip side, it's sad to realize that I couldn't buy vegetables ...
When I was new to Riyadh same thing used to happen with me at most of the malls, what I used to do was try my luck at the other enterance gate and mostly it worked. From last 1 year I haven't faced any problems I believe the rules have changed now ... Read More
looking for a sound engineer by Guestposter123
hello, i would love to record some songs of my own for myself because i love singing, and i am looking for a great sound engineer here in riyadh who can help me do some songs. i would also love to find a guitarist too. if anyone please contact me ...
@ najialharbi contact expatblog member bassie, he might be able to help you with the guitar. Read More
Anyone Travelling to bahrain during Hajj Holidays?
so true ;) @suribhai I planned to visit Bahrain in the last vacation but unfortunately because of my Iqama renewal (which took more than a month ) dropped the plan. I collected some info on things to do in Bahrain, these links might be of help to ... Read More
[HELP] Laser Hair Removal for Men by cooldudell
Hey friends. :) I was wondering if any of you could help me in finding laser hair removal center for MEN in Riyadh as I'm living here. looking forward to hear your past experiences of laser hair removal if any. Thanks in advance.
Kaya charges 11200 SAR for full body hair removal, all together there will be 5 sessions + 5 touchup sessions. Max Read More
Got fined by traffic police doing the wrong way, please help !?? by 33maraba
Hi guys, I just got fined today for going through the wrong way, but actually no sign was there and also all the other cars were passing through and the policeman pulled me off and one other guy. He issued me a yellow hand written parking ticket. ...
your violation falls under Category 1 for which the minimum fine amount will be 500 SAR and maximum 900SAR. Check the fine against your Iqama at MOI website link, if its showing 0 SAR don't get happy as the updation takes some time. And as told by ... Read More
If you are already issued a final exit visa... by desert_hawk
...does that mean you're all clear to leave the Kingdom? Does that mean that the immigration at the airport will not stop you? Edit: By the way, I'm new around here. Hello! I would greatly appreciate it if my questions are answered. Thanks in ...
If you are issued an exit visa that means you have to leave Saudi Arabia on or before the date mentioned in the visa, it doesn't say that you have to go back to your home country. You can visit any country you want to provided you have a valid visa ... Read More
Urgent Urgent help with STC Mobile by jobsree
Hello Guys, I need advice from you guys, I am new to saudi and i was interested to take internet connection for my laptop. with the help of my known person ID i decided to take connection. Today i been to STC office located near qusar ...
Do you think in the consumer court(if it exist here) you will find people speaking English ??? Take someone your friend or colleague who speaks Arabic to the STC office and try to explain the situation. Max Read More
Iqama Transfer Letter from new sponsor by salaaramjad
Dear All, I wanted to know what is the iqama transfer process. I would also like to know what the documents required are and if someone has a sample of the 2 letters (demand & release).
Procedures to apply for transfer of sponsorship: link to MOI Fill the relevant form; stamp and sign the form by the current employer and new employer; and attach an applicant's photograph. Submit a letter of waiver from the current employer ... Read More
Western style flat in Riyadh. Help please! by That Spring
Hello everyone. We are searching right now a family flat but faced a huge problem – all the companies can suggest only so called arabian style flats. Problem is that we couldn’t find any company or office or individual human being could offer a ...
I passed by that area yesterday , the previous boards are missing saw a new board "CONDO 4 RENT" these were the numbers 0500212100 4881338 on it. Max Read More
Advice needed...Car transfer in case of job change by expatzs
I need some information......If someone has to buy a car and then change his job .....get a new iqama....how does he get his car transferred to his new iqama. What is the procedure ? How much does it cost and is it really cumbersome.
@expatzs if you are leaving on final exit then you will have to sell your car and in case you come back to Saudi again for a job then you will have a new Iqama. In case you buy a car and will be soon leaving on final exit then you can sell the ... Read More
looking for "reasonable" compounds in riyadh :) by wpshotton
Hola people We are looking for "reasonable" compounds in riyadh - not crazy expensive , 'coz we will be paying out of our own pockets for it :) we can do 60K-70K a year - area doesnt matter, yet .... please let me know if anything like this is ...
Try this link http://acrsa.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=105&Itemid=194 it contains website address too, hopefully you will be able to connect with them Max Read More
looking for "reasonable" compounds in riyadh :) by wpshotton
Hola people We are looking for "reasonable" compounds in riyadh - not crazy expensive , 'coz we will be paying out of our own pockets for it :) we can do 60K-70K a year - area doesnt matter, yet .... please let me know if anything like this is ...
https://www.expat.com/en/guide/middle-east/saudi-arabia/1670-compounds-in-riyadh.html http://saudia.wordpress.com/2008/11/18/list-of-compounds-in-riyadh-saudi-arabia/ http://www.al-akaria.com/en/contactUS.aspx Try above links Max Read More
When boredom strikes.... by goddess_annie86
Im sure every expats feels the same here. Any opinion, sports or any other alternatives to here here in Riyadh just to get over boredom.
Its all about making connections .... Read More
Advice needed...Car transfer in case of job change by expatzs
I need some information......If someone has to buy a car and then change his job .....get a new iqama....how does he get his car transferred to his new iqama. What is the procedure ? How much does it cost and is it really cumbersome.
As far as I know if someone changes his job in Saudi he doesn't have to change his Iqama,only his sponsor is changed but the Iqama remains the same and so does the other things related to the Iqama. Max Read More
Opening Account- Mistake in Arabic Name.
I too strongly suggest to get your name corrected(as mentioned in your passport) in the Iqama instead of going to other banks. Based on Iqama other things are issued ( driving license, mobile connection, rent agreement, bank account, etc) and if the ... Read More
Western style flat in Riyadh. Help please! by That Spring
Hello everyone. We are searching right now a family flat but faced a huge problem – all the companies can suggest only so called arabian style flats. Problem is that we couldn’t find any company or office or individual human being could offer a ...
I saw some newly constructed apartments in this area http://goo.gl/maps/kcWiA , also there was a FOR RENT sign board with a contact no.(which I dont have) in case I drive by that area again I will post the contact number. Max Read More
Cayenne pepper by Katelol
hi everyone Do you happen to know where I can buy cayenne pepper in Riyadh? Thank you
GNC Store Saudi Arabia Are you asking for GNC products availability in Lulu or cayenne pepper ??? ...better give them a call (00966 3 8947575) and ask yourself Max Read More
Paintball Match 28-09-2013 by a.disi
[large]I will arrange for a paintball match this weekend, Saturday, 28-09-2013, 9:00 - 11:00 pm. I have more than 5 persons who are in. If anyone is interested, kindly post a reply so we can arrange it. Thanks guys[/large]
@ a.disi For now count me & my friend in, most probably some more friends may join. I believe you will be booking at 1st Paintball, once it gets confirmed please let me know. Max 580819446 Read More
I need to transfer money internationally...where?
Best option will be to visit Batha http://goo.gl/maps/KytvO , you can find lot of transfer options there including (western union). Take care as Batha is one of the crowded places in Riyadh. Max Read More
Galaxy Note 3
3G will cost SAR 2799 & 4G around SAR 2999. Release date not sure, try to contact FMP http://fmp.com.sa/en, they genrally have the the products before others. Max Read More
Paintball Match 2013 by seeker of truth
Hey guys! What's up? To all paintball enthusiasts, we will have a Paintball Match on Thursday at 1st Paintball in Al Thumamah Riyadh from 9:00pm -11:00pm. Anyone interested to join? Price: 145 Sr (all in) Includes: Gear Marker 100 bullets 2 hour ...
How was the last week Paintball ???? Any plans for this weekend??? Max Read More
Starting a Volleyball team at Fitness Time by JohnnoL
Hi there, I'm not really experienced at playing volleyball but I remember it being tons of fun at school. Anyone interested in getting some guys together to play at one of the Fitness Time gyms? Preferably week evenings or weekends. J.
Is it beach volleyball that you are referring to ?? ...2 players in each team. Read More
Desert Trips by Adam55
Hi Guys and ladies As I left my house earlier today, I saw loads of people getting ready for a trip to the desert (Hashs), does anyone know anyone or any sites that organise these trips?
Hi There are 3 hash groups in Riyadh and only expats are allowed to join the group. If you know someone who is Hasing (like the loads of people you saw getting ready)you can ask one of them to invite you. Max Read More
Places/Restaurants to go on Fridays! by bassie
Hi everyone, My family would like to have an outing dine-in every Friday, could all of you drop in some suggestions, the common ones we 've been to are Romainsiah Chandni Chowk - (a new Indian Restaurant) Toledo Tandoor Restaurant Spicy ...
I give you 2 Indian restaurant Copper Chandani & Al Nouras so now you are good to go for 2 weekends. Google map : http://goo.gl/maps/UawD5 A shows Copper Chandani B shows Al Nouras and if you want something completely different than Indian food ... Read More
Squash Court by inampak
Hi, Where is it possible to play Squash in Riyadh? I mean some sports complex with open membership! I can only find crazy football all around ;)
You can visit Granada Mall at exit 9. I will suggest you to visit "Salah Ad Din Al Ayyub Road" there are lot of sports shop on that road. Open this URL http://goo.gl/maps/5bO6H it wil show you the stretch of the road on which the shops are ... Read More
building a team for Tackle football (American Footbal) in Riyadh by SpeedyLF
Hi Guys, Anybody there interested in playing american football, as of now i have other friends playing with me and we need to expand the number of players, so if any body there who is interested on playing the game, just reply in this thread with ...
Count me IN. Mobile 580819446. Consider me as a rookie as I played it long back in school days. Max Read More
Paintball Match 2013 by seeker of truth
Hey guys! What's up? To all paintball enthusiasts, we will have a Paintball Match on Thursday at 1st Paintball in Al Thumamah Riyadh from 9:00pm -11:00pm. Anyone interested to join? Price: 145 Sr (all in) Includes: Gear Marker 100 bullets 2 hour ...
Me and my friend would love to join you guys but unfortunately the schedule isn't favorable for us as Thursday we play hockey. In case the SHOOTOUT takes place on some other days too, please let me know. Max 580819446 Read More
Flying above Thumama by faris_nb
Hi guys/ladies I am suggesting to have a group fly journey above Thumama during the upcoming days as there is a small airport over there for such of activities. They will fly at Saturday 21th of September at a rate 300SAR per person. I believe we ...
Hi, In the facebook page they haven't mentioned much details. In the pictures I see different types of planes... does all cost the same 300 SAR ? whats the flight duration ? I am interested but not sure for this Saturday(21 Sept), maybe next time ... Read More
Transfer money without a Saudi Bank account by Katelol
hi I do not have an iqama or a Saudi bank account yet. Do you know how I can transfer money to my English bank account. Thanks a lot.
If you don't have a Bank account and Iqama(work permit)ask for help from someone who is having local bank account possibly your friends/colleagues. Visit the bank with your friend/colleague and provide this information :- Local Bank Detail Saudi ... Read More
Dive Shops in Riyadh
Try "Al Ahlam For Trips" its on Urubah road, saw it yesterday, not as good as the Red Sea Divers one but maybe you will find what you are looking for. If you are driving south on King Abdulaziz Road take right from the intersection with Al Urubah ... Read More
Karate in Riyadh
Hi Valianteagle, Try Energy Forces Academy, I haven't been there just saw the center while passing by. Drive North on King Abdul Aziz Road till the intersection with Al Imam Saud Ibn Abdul Aziz Road, take right from the intersection, after passing ... 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...
Hello Everyone, My game has gone a bit rusty and I want to be back in form again, I would be interested in playing regularly, I am available for the game after 4:30 PM all days except Friday. Preferably I would like to play with semi pros/amateur ... Read More