emeraldsaregreen
English expat in Saudi Arabia
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Lives in Riyadh
Registration: 17 February 2013
After receiving the yellow slip from Istikdam, whats next?
Forward it to your visa agent, who will arrange for a medical + x-ray for the family members. Once complete, give the visa agent your passport & 4 photos. Then wait, depending on the service you opt for, you will have your passport returned ... Read More
Teaching English for KSU 2014/15 - Think again by MohOmar
Hi all, If you have been recruited to teach English at King Saud University for 2014/15 you now have a new rota system. Forget what you were told about 20 hours teaching and 5hrs admin in one week. Read the other part about Saudi Law(48hr ...
With all due repect, people are here for different reasons. Everyone has their independent circumstances. Some need to stick it out to accumulate experience, some cannot afford to return back to their home countries & would much rather stick ... Read More
Ladies hairdressers
Hi, Can any ladies give some recommendations of places to get hair dyed & hair cuts ? Please also provide lovation too! Thank you Read More
cancelling visit visa by yadgaar
can any body just tell me how can i cancel my parents visit visa online ...they are not coming to saudia now ...what is the procedure to cancel it
They don't charge. My husband had applied for a visit visa for me, & it was even issued in the passport. I later came on a different visa. I wasn't charged anything for the visit bisa. Read More
Book sales
Yes, the book fairs. Though I can't remember what time during the year. Read More
ICEAT contract with King Saud University Riyadh by hsyeda
Hi, I have been offered a job with KSU through ICEAT. Could anyone tell me a little about the PYP programme and what it is like working for ICEAT. Also how long does employment visa process take? I am from the UK and have a family and have been ...
The information you have provided is once again, not entirely correct. Health insurance cards are given to the dependants too, by the employer. At no cost of the employer. Deepening on the company policy, trips back home at the end of the year ... Read More
ICEAT contract with King Saud University Riyadh by hsyeda
Hi, I have been offered a job with KSU through ICEAT. Could anyone tell me a little about the PYP programme and what it is like working for ICEAT. Also how long does employment visa process take? I am from the UK and have a family and have been ...
That's incorrect. My husband has had 2 jobs here. Both jobs stated "Single" status on his contract. But the status on your contract does not mean you can not bring your family here. In my husbands first company, it had single ... Read More
Cheap leather sofa/set by emeraldsaregreen
Hi all Any ideas which stores I could get a cheap leather sofa set? Thanks
Ok, ikea seems not so bad. How much did you get a sofa for in the ikea damaged section ? And where is the "damaged section" Read More
Cheap leather sofa/set by emeraldsaregreen
Hi all Any ideas which stores I could get a cheap leather sofa set? Thanks
Lol, "still cheaper than England" Okay thanks dude, I'll check that place out. Do you have the coordinates? Read More
Cheap leather sofa/set
Hi all Any ideas which stores I could get a cheap leather sofa set? Thanks Read More
Teaching English for KSU 2014/15 - Think again by MohOmar
Hi all, If you have been recruited to teach English at King Saud University for 2014/15 you now have a new rota system. Forget what you were told about 20 hours teaching and 5hrs admin in one week. Read the other part about Saudi Law(48hr ...
Is there a shortage of staff at KSU? Read More
Teaching English for KSU 2014/15 - Think again by MohOmar
Hi all, If you have been recruited to teach English at King Saud University for 2014/15 you now have a new rota system. Forget what you were told about 20 hours teaching and 5hrs admin in one week. Read the other part about Saudi Law(48hr ...
What time do you have to sign in? Is the AM shift and PM shift selected for teachers at random? Read More
**Final Exit and Re entry on new work visa** by Creed1
Hi guys, I hope everyone is well, Im creed currently on a adventure in Saudi Arabia, i am currently on a dependent visa as have been for 10 months. I have found a job in a school, they have advised me they can't transfer my iqama due to some ...
Hi Creed Any information on the UK Saudi embassy delays at Hajj/Eid time? Thanks Read More
Pregnancy scan on visit visa
Hi Can anyone advise how much it costs for a pregnancy scan, with no insurance card? And when wife is on visit visa. Thanks Read More
International Money Transfer by JOHN GOODALL
Hi, Yesterday (Wednesday) I did a Online Money transfer from my Saudi Bank, to my UK Bank. Today (Thursday ) I checked my UK Bank and It has not arrived yet ?... Any Idea how long a transfer should take ? Also the Saudi Bank have charged me SAR ...
John, which bank do you bank with? And how much did you get charged? I'm wondering if any other UK bank takes a lower fee... Read More
International Money Transfer by JOHN GOODALL
Hi, Yesterday (Wednesday) I did a Online Money transfer from my Saudi Bank, to my UK Bank. Today (Thursday ) I checked my UK Bank and It has not arrived yet ?... Any Idea how long a transfer should take ? Also the Saudi Bank have charged me SAR ...
Did your UK bank charge an additional amount when it received the funds? I know Lloyds charges me £12 Read More
International Money Transfer by JOHN GOODALL
Hi, Yesterday (Wednesday) I did a Online Money transfer from my Saudi Bank, to my UK Bank. Today (Thursday ) I checked my UK Bank and It has not arrived yet ?... Any Idea how long a transfer should take ? Also the Saudi Bank have charged me SAR ...
John how much is the charge to send money to the UK via telemoney? Thanks 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!
Not the Marinade ? the hot sauce right ?Both , marinade and the sauce. 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!
Found! Danube mall, exit 2. Near the meat section. Read More
Any teachers just started with Education Experts? by Buffiness
Hi all, Looking to get in touch with any new teachers who have been employed by EdEx and working at PNU? Love to hear from you. Buffiness.
The jabs at Edex are getting boring now. I have family and friends who have been working for Edex, started at the beginning of the academic year. They all reported to have had zero to minimal problems with the company; happy with their salary ... Read More
Best Clothes Washing Cleaner? by Full Monty
I have been using a black bottle of Carrefour liquid. It's concentrated, and the label says 'Protection des Couleurs Foncees'. I guess there isn't any bleach in it. My clothes come out smelling lightly of cleanser and, generally, clean. Somewhere, ...
I use Comfort Fabric Softener, if that helps. Clothes smells lovely, and once ironed feel new again. Read More
Where to get a teaching degree (CELTA, EFL, TEFL) in Riyadh? by Alisan
Hi all, I was wondering if you can help me out find a place where I can get an internationally accredited teaching degree like CELTA, EFL, TEFL.. I tried the British council at the DQ about the CELTA, they said for now they have the course but in ...
First things first.. A CELTA isn't a degree. It's a teaching qualification, endorsed by Cambridge University. Read More
cheapest way ro call Pakistan and internationally by nauman.zahir
Hi guys Could anyone tell me what is the cheapest way to call Pakistan from KSA ?. Is there a way to make cheap international calls apart from Skype, Viber, Tango etc. Something more like a proper phone to phone call. Thanks for all your help.
Doing some research , I think buying Skype credit and calling Pakistan is actually cheaper. Read More
cheapest way ro call Pakistan and internationally by nauman.zahir
Hi guys Could anyone tell me what is the cheapest way to call Pakistan from KSA ?. Is there a way to make cheap international calls apart from Skype, Viber, Tango etc. Something more like a proper phone to phone call. Thanks for all your help.
Thanks Legend Leeds. Very helpful. Will get onto this, and give feedback. Thanks again. Read More
cheapest way ro call Pakistan and internationally by nauman.zahir
Hi guys Could anyone tell me what is the cheapest way to call Pakistan from KSA ?. Is there a way to make cheap international calls apart from Skype, Viber, Tango etc. Something more like a proper phone to phone call. Thanks for all your help.
What's the catch? So if I call an international number, Landline , how will I get charged? RegardsDepends on where you call. SmartVoIP Rates are here: http://www.smartvoip.com/rates Note: The OP asked about Pakistan and SmartVoIP has been the ... Read More
cheapest way ro call Pakistan and internationally by nauman.zahir
Hi guys Could anyone tell me what is the cheapest way to call Pakistan from KSA ?. Is there a way to make cheap international calls apart from Skype, Viber, Tango etc. Something more like a proper phone to phone call. Thanks for all your help.
What's the catch? So if I call an international number, Landline , how will I get charged? Regards Read More
cheapest way ro call Pakistan and internationally by nauman.zahir
Hi guys Could anyone tell me what is the cheapest way to call Pakistan from KSA ?. Is there a way to make cheap international calls apart from Skype, Viber, Tango etc. Something more like a proper phone to phone call. Thanks for all your help.
Do the both the caller and recipient need to have this app, in order to make a call to an international landline? Read More
cheapest way ro call Pakistan and internationally by nauman.zahir
Hi guys Could anyone tell me what is the cheapest way to call Pakistan from KSA ?. Is there a way to make cheap international calls apart from Skype, Viber, Tango etc. Something more like a proper phone to phone call. Thanks for all your help.
Hi On Skype you can purchase credit, and call landlines and mobiles. Regards Read More
Cheapest way to make international calls by emeraldsaregreen
Hi Can someone advise, what is the cheapest way to make an international call to Pakistan , from Riyadh (Saudi Arabia)? Thanks
Thanks . And where can I purchase an action Voip card? RegardsThere is no card for Actin voip , you need to install app and pay by Visa CardThanks yabby. Does the recipient of the calls also need to have the app? How does it work. Regards Read More
Cheapest way to make international calls by emeraldsaregreen
Hi Can someone advise, what is the cheapest way to make an international call to Pakistan , from Riyadh (Saudi Arabia)? Thanks
Thanks . And where can I purchase an action Voip card? Regards Read More
Cheapest way to make international calls by emeraldsaregreen
Hi Can someone advise, what is the cheapest way to make an international call to Pakistan , from Riyadh (Saudi Arabia)? Thanks
Thanks for your response But I am specifically asking about international calls , without the use of Skype or any over the internet calls. Regards Read More
Cheapest way to make international calls
Hi Can someone advise, what is the cheapest way to make an international call to Pakistan , from Riyadh (Saudi Arabia)? Thanks Read More
Best wifi network in Riyadh
How can you check which mobile tower is near to you? For those who are living in Riyadh Regards Read More
Good bakeries in Riyadh by emeraldsaregreen
Hi all Can you name a good bakery in Riyadh and its location. For cakes, cookies etc. Thanks!
Thanks!! What's the price range ... the average for a cheesecake slice / 1 cookie? Read More
RENT NEAR TO GRANADA MALL (EXIT 9) by Ahmed73
Hello every body !! I'm going to live in Riyadh (Starting March 2013) and I'm looking for a rent (Flat or house) near to GRANADA MALL (exit 9). If you have interesting informations don't hestitate to contact me. Thank you for your help !!!
:oneDoes Abu Ahmad speak English?? Thanks Read More
Good bakeries in Riyadh
Hi all Can you name a good bakery in Riyadh and its location. For cakes, cookies etc. Thanks! Read More
Haagen-Dazs in Riyadh by emeraldsaregreen
Hi Does anyone know the exact location of the Haagen Dazs in Riyadh? There is a Google map on their website showing the location, however we drove towards there over the weekend, but couldn't find the Haagen Dazs shop anywhere!!! Even though the ...
@Tansari Did you check if there was a Haagen Dazs?? Thanks Read More
visit visa application by jhokd9
Hi I have some questions for the visit visa. 1. Does my wife have to have a plane ticket having 2 way flights (with date of return to orig country) or she can come on just one way plane ticket? 2. After making the online application here, ...
Hi, I created a post not too long ago. For ease, I'll paste it here: Due to the lack of information available, I decided to post a summary of the different stages of my family visit application. The translation was done from Google translate. ... Read More
Any teachers just started with Education Experts? by Buffiness
Hi all, Looking to get in touch with any new teachers who have been employed by EdEx and working at PNU? Love to hear from you. Buffiness.
If the EdEx employee is male, and is issued an Iqama, there is no problems for him to then sponsor his family (wife, children etc) on a family visa, and bring them to KSA The problem is when a woman is employed, and is issued an Iqama (and there is ... Read More
document attestation process (family visas and how to apply visa) by malik.awan
hey all, document attestation is hell of a process in saudi arabia..especially if you bring your documents here with you and want to get them attested, i did the following luckily i needed only 3 documents for FAMILY VISA 1- diploma 2- marriage ...
Hi with regards to the base salary and base salary+allowance.. When my husband was looking to apply for permanent visa, there was discrepancy over whether to write the base salary or the base+allowance salary. My husband put down the ... Read More
looking for a good nursery for my two year old
Try Scholastic On king Abdullah road Scholastic is an international name Only English is spoken there They have classes from 16:30 - 18:30 Or something like that Read More
Haagen-Dazs in Riyadh by emeraldsaregreen
Hi Does anyone know the exact location of the Haagen Dazs in Riyadh? There is a Google map on their website showing the location, however we drove towards there over the weekend, but couldn't find the Haagen Dazs shop anywhere!!! Even though the ...
Thank you all for your replies. Can anyone confirm that there is a Haagen Dazs in the Kingdom Tower? Or the Hayat mall? Thanks Read More
Nando's Peri Peri Sauce - Riyadh
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! Read More
Suggestion for Expat Blog - Favorite Posts ??
Hi So you come on Expat.com, and find so much useful information!! But sometimes, you need to quickly refer back to something, but can't find it!! Wouldn't it be easier if Expat.com had a feature to enable us to "Favorite" posts, so one can have ... Read More
Medical for Wife (Dependant Iqama Visa)
Hi all Does anyone know any medical places in Eastern Riyadh where women can get their medicals done? It is for the dependant iqama. Also, any idea of the cost? Regards Read More
Haagen-Dazs in Riyadh
Hi Does anyone know the exact location of the Haagen Dazs in Riyadh? There is a Google map on their website showing the location, however we drove towards there over the weekend, but couldn't find the Haagen Dazs shop anywhere!!! Even though the ... Read More
Chappati flour
Hi Can anyone please advise, where you can get hold of chappatti flour? or as referred to in urdu "roti atta" As I've seen only plain flour in the stores. Regards Read More
Yellow Slip - Activation by emeraldsaregreen
Hi Once the yellow slip has been issued, how many working days does it take before it is activated, and appears on the system at the embassy. The UK visa agents have said up to 4 Saudi working days. Also, is there any way in which one can ...
Did it get legalised on the same day also? Read More
Yellow Slip - Activation by emeraldsaregreen
Hi Once the yellow slip has been issued, how many working days does it take before it is activated, and appears on the system at the embassy. The UK visa agents have said up to 4 Saudi working days. Also, is there any way in which one can ...
Hi From the UK, there were additional few days, due to medical and then legalisation of medical at the foreign cultural office (FCO) Did your wife not require medical? Read More
Yellow Slip - Activation by emeraldsaregreen
Hi Once the yellow slip has been issued, how many working days does it take before it is activated, and appears on the system at the embassy. The UK visa agents have said up to 4 Saudi working days. Also, is there any way in which one can ...
Hi Just to let you know, yellow slip became active after 4 days. Sunday received yellow slip Thursday active Read More
HOW LONG IT WILL TAKE TO GET FAMILY VISA? by inshard
HI, Inshallah i am planning to come on february 1st week to jiddah to work in landmark group as Sales Supervisor... first i will come only me and after that i have to get a apartment small anex to get my family(my wife and 1 year old Kid) so then ...
First things first, check with your employer whether you are eligible to even bring your family over on the residency visa. As your job title on your iqama can make you eligible or not. And also your salary amount. Read More
Yellow Slip - Activation
Hi Once the yellow slip has been issued, how many working days does it take before it is activated, and appears on the system at the embassy. The UK visa agents have said up to 4 Saudi working days. Also, is there any way in which one can ... Read More
Family Visit Visa - Tracking an Application's Progress by emeraldsaregreen
Due to the lack of information available, I decided to post a summary of the different stages of my family visit application. The translation was done from Google translate. 1. Once the application is electronically submitted online on the MOFA ...
The reason for visit was: زيارة عائلية Read More
Trying to find a job for my wife by eveningstar
Hello, I wonder if anyone can help me. I am a British guy working and living in Rawdah district. My wife is Chinese and I want to help her find a job in Riyadh, so she can join me here. She is an English teacher in China at the moment and she ...
Thanks for your message Very insightful Thumbs up from me. Read More
Trying to find a job for my wife by eveningstar
Hello, I wonder if anyone can help me. I am a British guy working and living in Rawdah district. My wife is Chinese and I want to help her find a job in Riyadh, so she can join me here. She is an English teacher in China at the moment and she ...
And what if the dependant wishes to leave te job? Is it a straight process to transfer back to husband Read More
Visit Visa Requirements for Family ??? by choudhers
Dear All, I would like to invite my mother and father to come visit me here in Riyadh can anyone please answer the following: 1. How long can my rents stay in Saudi Arabia on a visit visa ? i have been told its 3 months ??? 2. Do my parents need ...
The visit visa and the dependant visa are independent of each other. There is no yellow slip issued with a visit visa. The visit visa validity starts from the date that is stamped when your wife enters the KSA. Read More
Trying to find a job for my wife by eveningstar
Hello, I wonder if anyone can help me. I am a British guy working and living in Rawdah district. My wife is Chinese and I want to help her find a job in Riyadh, so she can join me here. She is an English teacher in China at the moment and she ...
What is the current situation for female expats working at the international schools? As there has been issues with appropriate qualifications, iqama, transferring sponsorship etc. etc. Read More
MOFA Opening & Closing Times by emeraldsaregreen
Hi Can anyone please inform me of the opening and closing times of the MOFA office? Thank you
My family visit application status was updated on Saturday. I wasn't expecting any update as it's the weekend. But hey, this is Saudi! Read More
Family Visit Visa - Tracking an Application's Progress
Due to the lack of information available, I decided to post a summary of the different stages of my family visit application. The translation was done from Google translate. 1. Once the application is electronically submitted online on the MOFA ... Read More
MOFA Opening & Closing Times by emeraldsaregreen
Hi Can anyone please inform me of the opening and closing times of the MOFA office? Thank you
Thanks for the information. Also do they open on the weekend? Regards Read More
MOFA Opening & Closing Times by emeraldsaregreen
Hi Can anyone please inform me of the opening and closing times of the MOFA office? Thank you
Hi Thanks for your message But it's more for the fact that I wanted to know that once a family visit visa is submitted online, what's the latest in a day any progress can be expected? Regards Read More
MOFA Opening & Closing Times
Hi Can anyone please inform me of the opening and closing times of the MOFA office? Thank you Read More
Visit Visa / MOFA website / Application validity
Thanks for your message. I've pm'd you. Read More
Visit Visa / MOFA website / Application validity
Hi I submitted an electronic form for a 90 day family visit visa via the MOFA website on 7th December. However, I only got my employer to begin processing the application for the Chamber of Commerce stamps etc on 24th December. There was nearly ... Read More
document attestation process (family visas and how to apply visa) by malik.awan
hey all, document attestation is hell of a process in saudi arabia..especially if you bring your documents here with you and want to get them attested, i did the following luckily i needed only 3 documents for FAMILY VISA 1- diploma 2- marriage ...
Most of them opens at 9 :00 and are open till 6 :00 pm. Authorized translations takes min two days or more depending upon the translator.Hi Submitted after Dhuhr, (2nd prayer) translations completed and ready after Esha (5th prayer).. SAME ... Read More
School Fees
Hi What are the fees at the British/American schools in Riyadh? Regards Read More
document attestation process (family visas and how to apply visa) by malik.awan
hey all, document attestation is hell of a process in saudi arabia..especially if you bring your documents here with you and want to get them attested, i did the following luckily i needed only 3 documents for FAMILY VISA 1- diploma 2- marriage ...
Hi Any idea what time the translation centre opens and closes? Also, how quickly does it take to get the documents translated? Thanks Read More
document attestation process (family visas and how to apply visa) by malik.awan
hey all, document attestation is hell of a process in saudi arabia..especially if you bring your documents here with you and want to get them attested, i did the following luckily i needed only 3 documents for FAMILY VISA 1- diploma 2- marriage ...
Hi Re: Application for Dependant Visa Once the UK Marriage and Degree Certificate have been attested by Saudi Cultural Attache and legalised by the Saudi Embassy in home country, BEFORE submitting to the isteqdam office, do the aforementioned ... Read More
Drivers licence
Hi Can someone give a break down for the procedure to obtain a driving licence in Riyadh? Also if an individual holds a driving licence from their home country, ie UK - does this speed up the process? Thanks Read More
document attestation process (family visas and how to apply visa) by malik.awan
hey all, document attestation is hell of a process in saudi arabia..especially if you bring your documents here with you and want to get them attested, i did the following luckily i needed only 3 documents for FAMILY VISA 1- diploma 2- marriage ...
The translation need not be attested , if its done in KSA from an authorized center.Where can you get the translation from? Read More
Dependants with Work permits
Hi I have read a few articles on the news regarding the Ministry of Education conducting interviews and issuing work permits to dependants. Can any dependants who have been interviewed or issued a work permit please post a message to give an ... Read More
Rio beauty products
Hi all Does anyone know anywhere you can purchase Rio beauty products in Riyadh. Specifically wax rollers and other accessories wax related things. Thanks Read More
Voluntary Work by emeraldsaregreen
Hi I know there are many restrictions on DEPENDANTS working in the teaching field if they do not hold a degree certificate.. However was just wondering whether one can volunteer at any of the schools, and receive no salary. As the individual ...
Thanks for your quick reply. Much appreciated Read More
Voluntary Work
Hi I know there are many restrictions on DEPENDANTS working in the teaching field if they do not hold a degree certificate.. However was just wondering whether one can volunteer at any of the schools, and receive no salary. As the individual ... Read More
International Drivers Permit? by WanderMan
AAA has something called an "international drivers permit" its different than a Saudi drivers license, but if you get one, then Saudi Arabia lets you drive. The IDP (international drivers permit) is based on some kind of treaty that 80 countries ...
Can obtain an international licence from the UK also. Read More
International Drivers Permit? by WanderMan
AAA has something called an "international drivers permit" its different than a Saudi drivers license, but if you get one, then Saudi Arabia lets you drive. The IDP (international drivers permit) is based on some kind of treaty that 80 countries ...
Is there one in Riyadh? Read More
Yello slip (Visa for dependants) by emeraldsaregreen
Hi everyone Can someone please let me know how many days/weeks it takes before the yellow slip is issued? This is once all required documents are submitted at the istiqdam office in Riyadh. I have read on some forums that it is given ...
Also, does it make a difference if you submit your documents at the istiqdam office personally, or for your employer to do it? I have the option for employer to submit at the istiqdam office. So I'm wondering if going through them, will lengthen ... Read More
expat female teachers by lamibel
, hello I would like to have some testimony teacher in international schools:did you do an interview with the Saudi ministry of education? did you received an answer? did you continue to work without a permit? many questions to compare the situation ...
What qualification is the MoE looking for? Degrees? Degrees in specified field? CELTA? TEFL? Or a combination? Read More
Yello slip (Visa for dependants)
Hi everyone Can someone please let me know how many days/weeks it takes before the yellow slip is issued? This is once all required documents are submitted at the istiqdam office in Riyadh. I have read on some forums that it is given ... Read More
Safe to FedEx attested documents by emeraldsaregreen
Hi all Q: I am in the process of attesting my husbands documents, required for processing dependant visa. my husband is in Riyadh at present, and the attested documents are in the UK. He is looking to apply for dependant visa, however the attested ...
Thank you very much, to the both of you. Extremely helpful! Read More
Visit Visa - number of days
Appreciate your replies. Was misinformed by employer that the ministry decides...... Read More
Safe to FedEx attested documents by emeraldsaregreen
Hi all Q: I am in the process of attesting my husbands documents, required for processing dependant visa. my husband is in Riyadh at present, and the attested documents are in the UK. He is looking to apply for dependant visa, however the attested ...
Also any idea of the time and cost to use FedEx? From UK to Riyadh? Also is it delivered to a FedEx depot in Riyadh so that person can collect. Or is it delivered to residential address? Regards Read More
Safe to FedEx attested documents by emeraldsaregreen
Hi all Q: I am in the process of attesting my husbands documents, required for processing dependant visa. my husband is in Riyadh at present, and the attested documents are in the UK. He is looking to apply for dependant visa, however the attested ...
Can't the visa process just take scanned copies? Scanned coloured copies Rather than all this FedEx and DHL hassle? Regards Read More
Safe to FedEx attested documents
Hi all Q: I am in the process of attesting my husbands documents, required for processing dependant visa. my husband is in Riyadh at present, and the attested documents are in the UK. He is looking to apply for dependant visa, however the attested ... Read More
Iqama Renewal
Thanks for your reply So to confirm, neither are expected to exit KSA and re enter? Regards Read More
Visit Visa - number of days
Hi all Q: I have been informed that a visitors visa can be 45 days or 90 days. However my question is, who decides how many days the visa is? (Specifically for a wife) Can an individual make a request? Does the employer request ? Is it down to ... Read More
Iqama Renewal
Hi everyone My husband has just started working for a company in Riyadh. He will be initiating the process for dependant visa as soon as his iqama is issued. Q: If my husband decides to renew his contract after completion of one year, will he ... Read More
5 Riyal Shops
Hi everyone Does anyone know where the 5 riyal shop is in Riyadh, or anything similar? Thank you Read More
ESL Teachers - Who to work for?
Thanks smurfette for your response. When is the "direct-hire" season? Read More
abaya
@Alliecat What is the price range for abayas at Souq Kuwaiti? How do they compare to the abaya prices/range at Souq Taybah. Thankyou Read More
ESL Teachers - Who to work for?
Websites like Dave's and posts on expat-blog are saturated with negative information/experiences about >Education Experts (EdEx) >Arabian Education Teaching Group (AETG) >Saudi British Centre (SBC) to name just a few. So.. I would like to know ... Read More
Date Market in Riyadh?
Hi all Can anyone tell me where this date market I've heard of is? Or any good date market in Riyadh? Regards Read More
What do people do in Ramadan? by emeraldsaregreen
Hi all It will be my first Ramadan in KSA, Riyadh.. I'm wondering, what does everyone do in Ramadan during the day? Regards
@Alliecat So during Ramadan, is Thursday mornings the best time to get the weekly shop done? I'm totally with you on that I only get the weekend morning to do my shop. Read More
What do people do in Ramadan? by emeraldsaregreen
Hi all It will be my first Ramadan in KSA, Riyadh.. I'm wondering, what does everyone do in Ramadan during the day? Regards
Yawnnnnnnnnnn .... Sleep !Lol, I was wondering who would be the first to write that! Read More
What do people do in Ramadan? by emeraldsaregreen
Hi all It will be my first Ramadan in KSA, Riyadh.. I'm wondering, what does everyone do in Ramadan during the day? Regards
Carrefour, and the Panda's open from 9pm? Read More
English Teachers, which Masters is the best for career
Hi all If an ESOL teacher has an unrelated degree, and would like to take up a Masters to better their job prospects in the KSA.. Which Masters do you recommend? What are recruiters looking for most? Masters in English Language Teaching Masters ... Read More
What do people do in Ramadan?
Hi all It will be my first Ramadan in KSA, Riyadh.. I'm wondering, what does everyone do in Ramadan during the day? Regards Read More