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ahelpfulsaudi

ahelpfulsaudi

Serial expat

Saudi citizen

Forum posts

201

Contacts

8

About me

Saudi

Lives in Khobar

Speaks Arabic, English

Registration: 26 February 2013

ahelpfulsaudi
ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
11 years ago

I made a video that shows somethings about Saudi.

The Idea of it is to change public perception. It is for a class project, but I wanted to share it with you guys and gals. Ideally it would have narration, but since it is for a class we are supposed to do it in ... Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
11 years ago

Purchasing New Visa for Saudi

I agree come legaly by going to a head hunter. they will sort everything out, and get you a job Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
11 years ago

VIsa for Australia

I think you just apply to their embassy Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
11 years ago
Artaxerxes

Playstation 4 Gamers by Artaxerxes

Any PS4 gamers here? Im just new here so id love to meet pipz of same interests here.

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what games do you play Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
11 years ago
io76

RUSSIANs in Yanbu/ Saudia by io76

Hello to everyone. Hope to find Russians here, in Yanbu. or at least in Saudia. I am myself Russian, living here with family. Open to any conversations, suggestions :)

ahelpfulsaudi

I met a group of them while balling in Alhassa Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
11 years ago

Join CouchSurfing

Hay you work at my neighborhood's mecdonald's awesome Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
11 years ago
Shaharyar001

Notary Public or Commissioner for Oaths for documents attestation by Shaharyar001

Hi Anyone knows Notary Public or Commissioner for Oaths to attest/certify photocopies of original documents in khobar / dammam? I want to send these copies to Engineers Australia for immigration purposes. Thanks

ahelpfulsaudi

I know that to do the same thing and sending it to the US you have to do it through the embassy or consulates so ask there Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
11 years ago
Shaharyar001

Scitech Technology Centre, Open for public? by Shaharyar001

Hi, Does anyone knows Scitech Technology Centre, near khobar corniche, is open for public? I checked its website, its in arabic only and english link is down. Also opening hours and entrance fee?

ahelpfulsaudi

the price is actually 35 riyals last time I was there and it included an IMAX movie that was Arabic Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
11 years ago

Hello ☺ - any Sheesha Café in Khobar?

do you know the exit that takes you to Bahrain. if you take that same fork headed to Riyadh, and exit to the service road. Take a right after the gas station, and there will be two Sheesha bars to the right and left. the one on the left is better Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
11 years ago
Renesslaer

New Guy in Khobar by Renesslaer

Hey Guys! British-American expat (26) moving to Khobar in a couple of months, looking for new friends. Who wants to show me around? Any other newbies want to explore the city together? Let me know!

ahelpfulsaudi

Hay Renesslaer. I would love to show you around. I'm a born and bred Saudi, but I don't bite. I could show you around Khobar, tell you where to go for all of the basics. If you like food or video games then I have you covered. Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
psychedelic

Paint Ball in Khobar by psychedelic

Hi People, Me and my friends were thinking about going for paint ball so can any one help me out with places in khobar for the same. Secondly, I have heard that a place sunset beach resort has the facility for paint ball so i wanted to inquire ...

ahelpfulsaudi

a new paintball place opened at the dammam corniche I think it belongs to alhokair Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

Quad biking.

the only quad bikes I know are on half moon road at weekends Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
Kris1982

Do I HAVE to wear the hijab? by Kris1982

I was out with my husband last night and we were stopped by a man and I was told I MUST cover my hair. I was wearing an abaya and I thought that was all that was absolutely mandatory here. Has this happened to other western women ? Am I the only ...

ahelpfulsaudi

Thanks, appreciate that--for most expats, 'mutawa,' 'mutaween' means the religious police. In fact, if you google 'religious police Saudi Arabia,' you get the word 'mutawa' over and over again.My pleasure Allie, you're right -as MOST of the time- ... Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
Kris1982

Do I HAVE to wear the hijab? by Kris1982

I was out with my husband last night and we were stopped by a man and I was told I MUST cover my hair. I was wearing an abaya and I thought that was all that was absolutely mandatory here. Has this happened to other western women ? Am I the only ...

ahelpfulsaudi

Allie Any one can be a Mutawa, Mutawa means "religious" and not the religious police. It is being far right wing person who is extremely religious, as long as a Mutawa isn't accompanied by an actual cop he's not part of the religious police. Just ... Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
Istanbul1903

Fun and Fun is Riyadh by Istanbul1903

Whats the fun in Riyadh beside the visiting the mall and Sisha :)

ahelpfulsaudi

you can go to the paintball place in Althumamah Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
richfng

Internet Access, Cellphones, RC Housing and Satelite TV in RC Yanbu by richfng

Thought I'd start a separate thread for coning to RC Yanbu. First I want to thank everyone who replied to my posts in other threads and answered via email. It has done a lot to put my mind at ease and to settle some of my wifes concern. I'm an ...

ahelpfulsaudi

good luck with everything, and welcome. The two major Internet providers are Mobily, and STC. Mobily has more convenience, but STC has more coverage with DSL and fiber. Internet in Saudi is censored, but only pornography, gambling, anti-government ... Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
shikra

Sheesha in Khobar by shikra

Is Sheesha available in any restaurant or housing compound (in or near Al Khobar) that is easily accessible by expats?

ahelpfulsaudi

the ones on Aziziah beach have been closed a long time ago, but there was one I went to on Dammam Jubail RD, but I can't find the directions sufrati.com/sa/shisha/khobar Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
Kris1982

Do I HAVE to wear the hijab? by Kris1982

I was out with my husband last night and we were stopped by a man and I was told I MUST cover my hair. I was wearing an abaya and I thought that was all that was absolutely mandatory here. Has this happened to other western women ? Am I the only ...

ahelpfulsaudi

Next Time Ask for their ID, and indicate that you will report them. You will see how fast those muscles they try to flex disappear Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

Vivienne Westwood in Riyadh

thelabelfinder.com/storesearch/riyadh/vivienne-westwood-gold-label-stores/index.php/shop/city/23216/108410 Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

What benefits does an expatriate have if his wife is Saudi?

I don't think there are any, and in fact your children will have a very hard life in some circumstances Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
runnertattoogirl

Where to buy glucose monitors? by runnertattoogirl

Hey all (especially you diabetics..lol), I need to get a new blood glucose monitor and was wondering if anyone knew the best place to get them. I realize that hospitals and pharmacies carry these things, but just wondering if anyone had some good ...

ahelpfulsaudi

what area of riyadh are you in so I can give you a place Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
Jimmy4131

Living on a beach by Jimmy4131

Hi all, I am new here today and haven't scanned the plethora of posts so apologise if I go over old ground!! I have just taken accommodation on the beach in Obhur and there seems to be an ease of meeting up over here. I mean guys, ladies, groups ...

ahelpfulsaudi

well if you are in a compound then yes it is typical, and as great as it sounds I can't because I'm on the other side of the country Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

Court and MOFA in Jeddah

https:// maps.google.com.sa/maps?q=court%20location%20jeddah&rlz=1C5CHFA_enSA541SA543&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hl=en&sa=N&tab=wl Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

how to have life in Saudi Arabia

some of the guys in riyadh meet in "second cup" coffee shop in tahlya street every friday. BTW where do you live in virginia I lived both in mclean and vianna Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
clémentsd

Photography in Saudi Arabia by clémentsd

Hello Expat and non-Expat ;) I am getting into photography and I am planning to buy an enthusiast DSLR or a Mirrorless camera in the near future(precisely when I become un-broke). However, I have few questions for people who own a camera. 1- Is ...

ahelpfulsaudi

I have a 5 MP phone camera, but in all seriousness photography has been a booming hobby in Saudi for a few years now so I think more people are relaxed around cameras now Read More

ahelpfulsaudi
ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

Hello

I hear bashar has a great humanitarian campaign. check it out Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

Samsung S4 repair shop!!!

yah if you look at the phone's warranty papers you will see the store branches that can help you Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
jap_ibrahim

Looking for weekend or gym buddy.. by jap_ibrahim

I'm just looking for someone of any nationality to join me every weekend in the gym or for weekend buddy like strolling in the malls,walking in the Cornich or have a cup of coffee in the cafe, etc...

ahelpfulsaudi

I only brought it up as a way to network more than work out Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
clémentsd

Photography in Saudi Arabia by clémentsd

Hello Expat and non-Expat ;) I am getting into photography and I am planning to buy an enthusiast DSLR or a Mirrorless camera in the near future(precisely when I become un-broke). However, I have few questions for people who own a camera. 1- Is ...

ahelpfulsaudi

1- I don't believe so. I think you only need a permit if you are doing it for news, or movies. Practice common sense when taking pictures. If a family passes by just lower the camera to show that you won't photograph them, and don't take pictures of ... Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

international driving permit in Riyadh

albassamy I think their name is. They are the ones that ship cars. I remember their place in Haraj alsayarat had an international license booth Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

Spanish in Saudi Arabia ?

Generally Saudi is safe, but you need to also practice common sense. As for your wife she might like that abundance of malls in Saudi. When it comes to education it depends on where you are. The major cities most definitely have private ... Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
jap_ibrahim

Looking for weekend or gym buddy.. by jap_ibrahim

I'm just looking for someone of any nationality to join me every weekend in the gym or for weekend buddy like strolling in the malls,walking in the Cornich or have a cup of coffee in the cafe, etc...

ahelpfulsaudi

I'm covered when it comes to the gym, but if you guys want to schedule a week day where we meet and walk on the corniche or some thing that would be nice Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
Kamilah20

scholarship program by Kamilah20

Assalamu alaikom warahmatullahi wa barakatoh ! I would like to study at your university if you have a scholarship program. :)) Because I would like also to learn an islamic studies so that I can also teach my friends , relatives ,Family , and also ...

ahelpfulsaudi

go to their website and see. From what I know is that they only have masters and above Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
rookie84

Big Black/brown Ant in the Apartment... Should I be worried? by rookie84

I just killed a big brownish black ant as it was crossing my living room... and damn that thing was strong. I had to stomp on it three times and it was still trying to fight!! I eventually rolled it tightly in a tissue and threw it out. Now I am ...

ahelpfulsaudi

We don't have any kids so I will probably lay some powder around the corners then. Thanks!!it will be more effective if you hunt down where they come out of, or if you put it where the doors are Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
jiamanuel

Al Yamamah Resort at Al Kharj Road by jiamanuel

I would like to know if anyone of you visited Al Yamamah Resort? I found this place in the internet they said that they have water theme park where children can swim and family can walk around the amusement park. Is it worth it to drive 30 KM at ...

ahelpfulsaudi

I don't remember the DQ allows one day passes to the wave pool. When I registered I waited more than a week to have clearance even though my father works in the DQ Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
rookie84

Big Black/brown Ant in the Apartment... Should I be worried? by rookie84

I just killed a big brownish black ant as it was crossing my living room... and damn that thing was strong. I had to stomp on it three times and it was still trying to fight!! I eventually rolled it tightly in a tissue and threw it out. Now I am ...

ahelpfulsaudi

The best thing to do is go to the supermarket and get the ant pesticide that is in powder form (or something else if you have kids). They are effective Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
Creative85

Sunset beach Khobar by Creative85

Once again it's summertime!!! And it's time to cool Down with water activity, and the best place to do that is hitting the water park in sunset beach in khobar unfortunately now it's allowed for members only or their guest by invitation As I ...

ahelpfulsaudi

maps.google.com.sa/maps?q=sunset%20beach&rlz=1C5CHFA_enSA541SA543&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hl=en&sa=N&tab=wl Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
dmccashin

Recent security threats? by dmccashin

Hey all, I'm returning to KSA soon after my initial 6month stint. However, there is much noise in the Western media about the embassies closing due to recent terrorist threats, as picked up by surveillance. I'm just curious, have you noticed any ...

ahelpfulsaudi

Saudi has been one of the most successful countries in the world at countering terrorism within its own borders. The situation is not the same as it was 10+ years ago, where then they could BS anyone into getting into this stuff. Now people are more ... Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
eveningstar

Desert trip to see the stars by eveningstar

Anyone interested in a trip out of Riyadh into the desert next week. There is a Meteor shower which peaks around August 11th to 13th. It requires nothing more than the naked eye and as dark as sky as possible. If anyone is interested please send me ...

ahelpfulsaudi

PM me if you have everything setup. I have a Land Cruiser, and if I stay in Riyadh on the 11th I would love to come Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

Furnished Apts in Abha

your best bet is to go to real estate agent's office in Abha or khamis mushait Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

Planning a trip to Farasan

Apparently you just have to go to Jaizan tickets to the island are free. there are two shuttle boats 7:30 am, 3:30 pm http://www.splendidarabia.com/location/jizan/farasan Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

Which KSA universities that have Female Branches?

I think all universities in Saudi have female sections except KFUPM Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
choudhers

where to buy airline tickets ? by choudhers

Dear EB members I am looking to travel to dubai for eid holidays from riyadh what is the best place to buy tickets from ? i am having a problem as not many online e-ticket companies e.g. expedia, skyscanner, lastminute accept a KSA bank debit card ...

ahelpfulsaudi

how much does your bank charge you for your transactions. assuming from your comment you are using a bank from outside of Saudi Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
pasal

Wanted feedback regarding interview by pasal

Hi, I had answered an interview for the role of a operations manager at a factory in Jeddah on 29 June 2013. The opening was advertised through a consultant in Mumbai-India, the interview with the employer was held at the consultants office in ...

ahelpfulsaudi

I don't think there is any real way for us to know, but things do tend to take a very long long time in Saudi. Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

Offer in Riyadh Pharma - IT Division

I don't really know about the market, but if I have 9 years of experience in IT. I would try to get 20K+ SR, plus paid housing, and health. That is me If you want give us more details on your offer like how much is the basic pay, and what are the ... Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
female lecturer

Princesse Noura University by female lecturer

Hello, are there any female who worked in PNU or is in the proces of applying? we need to share experience an links... I could not find any links for job applications on their website... please help an share info. thanks.

ahelpfulsaudi

From my understanding when you get here you can do the necessary paperwork to get them in. You will need papers from your employer stating you work for them blah blah blah, and there is a 2000 SR form that needs to be done. If your employer is good ... Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
Al Khobar UK Man

any good private beaches? by Al Khobar UK Man

Hi guys, Any good private beaches in the khobar area. Thanks,

ahelpfulsaudi

If you want a swimming pool register with a gym, or check if your compound has one Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
Hsni

Malaysian embassy riyadh by Hsni

Can some one give me little idea about the location of this embassy in riyadh. If it is in DQ, where is its location. Thanks

ahelpfulsaudi

the DQ Has signs anf maps that will show you the way to every embassy you need. I suggest you go there tomorrow, and see if you can find it. Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
guestposter525

king abdul aziz medical city accomadation by guestposter525

Hi everyone, I will be moving to king Abdul Aziz medical city family accomadation soon, I would like to know how the compounds are??, has anyone got any pics of it ?? A bit worried don't know what to expect when i get there.

ahelpfulsaudi

you should make a new post and ask. Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

air freight to riyadh

if it is a lot of stuff ship it by sea Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
myyams

good news and tons of silly questions by myyams

I got some exciting and relieving news today!! We were approved for our visas today.....goodness we've never experienced such difficulty in paperwork. We are taking a detour before arriving in Jeddah but we're going to be there soon !!! Can ...

ahelpfulsaudi

that is old stuff, and with traffic, why shouldn't you get out early, because when you get where you want prayer will be over. Besides the maximum time the close is half an hour. Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
sweet_emlyn109

Work with a prestigious organization by sweet_emlyn109

I am an experience professional who wants to work with a prestigious organization to contribute what I had.

ahelpfulsaudi

I want my youth back too, but that's also in the past.haah I didn't notice she wants to work, and the "had" nice catch Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
Ahmed PK

Joinig Riyadh on 28 Ramadan, is it possible to go for umrah? by Ahmed PK

Assalamoalaikum and Ramadan Mubarak to all. I will be coming to Kingdom on 28 Ramadan with my family in sha ALLAH. We want to perform Umrah in Ramadan or atleast eid holidays (starting 30 Ramadan/1st Shawwal/8th August according to my employer). My ...

ahelpfulsaudi

1. Is it possible to travel from Riyadh to Makkah/Madina without Iqama? If yes how? I wouldn't recommend it, but check with your employer to see if your passports will due . You can take a plane, car, or bus. I think you can use your driver's ... Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

regarding STC 100 MBPS router

STC 100 MBPS router. means 100 Mega Bytes per second, but they usually use Bits here which is slower than bytes. 100 Mega bits is much slower than 100 mega bytes, and if you add to that the fact that it will be slower if there is high traffic. It ... Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
choudhers

where to buy airline tickets ? by choudhers

Dear EB members I am looking to travel to dubai for eid holidays from riyadh what is the best place to buy tickets from ? i am having a problem as not many online e-ticket companies e.g. expedia, skyscanner, lastminute accept a KSA bank debit card ...

ahelpfulsaudi

I don't think any website online sells without using Visa or MasterCard. what you can do is use the Saudi Airlines website to book then pay from your bank's ATM machines, or get a prepaid credit card from NCB Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
myyams

good news and tons of silly questions by myyams

I got some exciting and relieving news today!! We were approved for our visas today.....goodness we've never experienced such difficulty in paperwork. We are taking a detour before arriving in Jeddah but we're going to be there soon !!! Can ...

ahelpfulsaudi

I completely disagree with this. It may have been a thing, long time ago, but those days are long gone. The shops might close for prayer, but no one will force you to go and pray or harass you in that sense. Edit: I am assuming "reachtameem" means ... Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

Transfer to Jubail

ow jubail is a very nice city in the eastern province. It is on the beach, and it is very modern, an beautiful. It is an hour away from where I live. Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
Fatsff1

Recruiting students by Fatsff1

Does anyone know where I could begin if I wanted to start recruiting saudia students to study abroad? I don't have any contact abroad, but hope that someone could shed some light or pass on some tips to get something like this started.

ahelpfulsaudi

Look 1- you really don't need to contact anyone outside of Saudi. Get in touch with these schools' registration people while you are doing some kid's papers, and maybe make a deal (they procces your people faster, and you recomend it to ... Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

Does anybody working with the hospital?

what hospital, what city, what do you do there? otherwise no one can really help, and also try the Custom search on the top right, and put the name of your hospital or its abbreviation Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
CuL8R

Al-salam Aircraft Job offer/ counter offer advice. by CuL8R

Hi Everyone, I love this forum andhave been a stalker for quite some time. You all have great information and have been very infrmative for my intrest in persuing employment in KSA. I am an american in the USA who is considering a job as an ...

ahelpfulsaudi

From what I can see. They have contracts with the private, and public sector. They have deeeeeep pockets. go for something that will make you get up in the morning feeling good, because it should be 30%+ more than you make in the US Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

Transfer to Jizan

It is on the southwestern part of the country. It has a lot of farms and stuff. If you go there visit the Island of Farasan, which is a beautiful animal sanctuary. Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago

Going to Bahrain this Holiday

You will have to get a letter from Bank to authorize you to drive the car outside KSA. Based on the letter you will have to get another letter from Traffic Police which will allow the temporary export of the vehicle. And the last thing is to get ... Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
sh3hryar

How to get Al-Fursan card by sh3hryar

Hey all, I have been Saudi Airline's loyalty program member for few months now (yes, I have travelled too.) I have the Al-Fursan membership # but not the card. I cant seem to find how to get hold of the card. Can any1 help. Thanks.

ahelpfulsaudi

what kind of mailing service do you think we run here in Saudi. This is not England old chap. todalo Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
guestposter525

king abdul aziz medical city accomadation by guestposter525

Hi everyone, I will be moving to king Abdul Aziz medical city family accomadation soon, I would like to know how the compounds are??, has anyone got any pics of it ?? A bit worried don't know what to expect when i get there.

ahelpfulsaudi

sorry can't find any pics for that one Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
guestposter525

Learning arabic by guestposter525

Hi can someone recomend some good books to learn basic Arabic. Thanks in advance.

ahelpfulsaudi

Come on @RD :lol: I have many friends who tell Arabic, in its best form, exist in Egypt only. :unsure:I think you mean the simplest form Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
guestposter525

Learning arabic by guestposter525

Hi can someone recomend some good books to learn basic Arabic. Thanks in advance.

ahelpfulsaudi

well if you get a tutor. go for the Syrians, or Jordanian, and try to have native speak to them so they can setup a price, which won't be a ripoff to you Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
franciskitx

HOW TO RESCHED MY DRIVING EXAM IN DALLAH by franciskitx

Hi everyone, Is it possible to reschedule my computer exam and test drive in Dallah Driving School ? If yes, how can I reschedule my driving test? Do I need to inform them? Im done with the initial trial 3 weeks ago in Hall 4. On 30th of July I am ...

ahelpfulsaudi

here is their phone number call and check 011-4567777 Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
guestposter525

king abdul aziz medical city accomadation by guestposter525

Hi everyone, I will be moving to king Abdul Aziz medical city family accomadation soon, I would like to know how the compounds are??, has anyone got any pics of it ?? A bit worried don't know what to expect when i get there.

ahelpfulsaudi

If it is the one in Jeddah then this shows their accommodations. http://internationalnurserecruiter.com/ngha-hospital-jeddah/ Read More

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ahelpfulsaudi replied to a thread
12 years ago
sh3hryar

How to get Al-Fursan card by sh3hryar

Hey all, I have been Saudi Airline's loyalty program member for few months now (yes, I have travelled too.) I have the Al-Fursan membership # but not the card. I cant seem to find how to get hold of the card. Can any1 help. Thanks.

ahelpfulsaudi

according to their FAQs. when you enroll online they give you a printout, which you use untill they send you ... Read More

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12 years ago
Kat2404

Stuck in female only compound! by Kat2404

Hi everyone, Living in a female only compound makes it very hard to socialise out of work as everyone at the compound works in the same place. so just wondered if anyone was having any gatherings whether they could let me know so me and my friends ...

ahelpfulsaudi

This is more who will fight harder for meWell now wait a minute! You have to 'market' yourself to induce a bidding war :DBut it's Ramadan I can't lie. How will I market my self Read More

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12 years ago
Ash_adorable

!!!Urgent help Needed-Moving from India Need to reply for an offer !! by Ash_adorable

Hi, I am an IT engineer living in Bangalore, i have 9+ years of experience with Java , I have been given an Offer in Riyadh for.. A) Salary 24 K SAR/month (All inclusive) B) Company accommodates free during the first 14 days and pays one month ...

ahelpfulsaudi

well he said she has an engineering background, which means she has more possibilities. Read More

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12 years ago
K I N G

Can you speak Arabic? Lets learn new words by K I N G

Hi all .. Since this is my first topic here.. let me tell you a bit about me.. I'm 28 years old .. Saudi .. Bachelor in accounting from Saudi Arabia .. Masters in Finance from the university of Newcastle in Australia .. and i live in Dammam .. I ...

ahelpfulsaudi

well guys How about the expats write the words they want, and we give them the Arabic pronunciation, and spelling Read More

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12 years ago
Kat2404

Stuck in female only compound! by Kat2404

Hi everyone, Living in a female only compound makes it very hard to socialise out of work as everyone at the compound works in the same place. so just wondered if anyone was having any gatherings whether they could let me know so me and my friends ...

ahelpfulsaudi

Bidding? :huh: I thought we were stealing you. Stealing is FREE lolThis is more who will fight harder for me Read More

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12 years ago
harooon

Saudi Expatriate's visa requirements for UAE. by harooon

Hi All, I have been to UAE twice in last 14 months once through Batha border by road and once by air, both times; I got on-arrival visist visa without a glitch. My profession type is not the question here. I have heard a new rumour that Saudi ...

ahelpfulsaudi

1- as people have said before. call the UAE embassy in riyadh and ask them 2- Yes you can take a rental car over the border, but they need to give you a paper that you take to the Traffic police office, and they will give you a paper that allows ... Read More

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12 years ago
guestposter525

Learning arabic by guestposter525

Hi can someone recomend some good books to learn basic Arabic. Thanks in advance.

ahelpfulsaudi

You can also try "Rosetta stone" Their program CDs are expensive, but very effective, fast, and engaging. Read More

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12 years ago
judyk

Moving to Riyadh from London! by judyk

Hi everyone! I have been doing a lot of research about what life is like for western women in Saudi Arabia much of which worries me especially when I have been told that I would need an exit visa from my potential employer (a member of the Saudi ...

ahelpfulsaudi

My advice is to go on Google maps and look at how far we have come from the desert. we are no longer an episode out of "American Dad". as for the exit Visa. It doesn't matter who is your sponsor. If you want to leave they will probably let you ... Read More

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12 years ago

Hi

Of course it has to be m since EB isn't a dating site :PI guess so, because if he had male friends they would tell him to go to the mall Read More

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12 years ago
BUGOK

Problem with my Mobile SIM Plan by BUGOK

Hi , Can anybody help me what to do with my problem. Recently, I got a mobile unit an Iphone 5 and it was an installment through Mobily. and it was a Plan. In short , I already paid the total mobile unit amount and i removed the Sim Card and ...

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you really like to reply to people wanting the Saudi forum huh. I don't mind it one bit Read More

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12 years ago
Ash_adorable

!!!Urgent help Needed-Moving from India Need to reply for an offer !! by Ash_adorable

Hi, I am an IT engineer living in Bangalore, i have 9+ years of experience with Java , I have been given an Offer in Riyadh for.. A) Salary 24 K SAR/month (All inclusive) B) Company accommodates free during the first 14 days and pays one month ...

ahelpfulsaudi

1) My current salary in India is 23 Lakhs INR($38513.06)/ Year, is this an acceptable/appropriate hike, considering my move to Saudi? Well You were getting around 11K SR, and now it is 19K + SR. so you answer that 2) My wife also is an IT engineer ... Read More

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12 years ago
Kat2404

Stuck in female only compound! by Kat2404

Hi everyone, Living in a female only compound makes it very hard to socialise out of work as everyone at the compound works in the same place. so just wondered if anyone was having any gatherings whether they could let me know so me and my friends ...

ahelpfulsaudi

No drought about it :/YOU, hitch? Absolutely no doubt about it! :cheers:And now we start bidding on "A Helpful Saudi" ladies step right up. STEP RIGHT UP. who is first Read More

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12 years ago

Alpha Star Aviation, Riyadh

from what I can gather It is a company that runs maintenance and repair. It is based in riyadh. They work on private planes. They are a subsidiary of Ajwa'a Alalam Read More

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12 years ago
raduzl74

Kingdom City compound by raduzl74

Hi! I'll move to Riyadh and stay into Kingdom City compound as part of my package. Can you tell some details about the compound? Thanks!

ahelpfulsaudi

https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=48638 All I know is that they have regular monthly meetings there. Google it you will probably find stuff posted about it here Read More

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13 years ago
Hsni

Prepaid credit cards ! by Hsni

I don't have a credit card and have never made one. Now I need one immediately to pay some hotel bookings. I have heard that a prepaid credit card serves the same way as an ordinary credit card. Can someone suggest that from where can I get this ...

ahelpfulsaudi

mine took about a week for them to contact me about sending it. It could take more or less depending on how busy they are now Read More

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13 years ago
Salman Omrani

Expat Club Saudi Arabia! "interested? c`mon in!" by Salman Omrani

[b]Howdy everbody! I've been thinking, and I bet so were many others, that we should stop talking about how to make friends and just get on with making them.:cheers: so I've got this great idea of starting a social network (in real life) so we can ...

ahelpfulsaudi

we don't need to go to Riyadh for a gathering we will make our gathering in Bahrain with unveiled women, and movie theatres Read More

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13 years ago
Hsni

Prepaid credit cards ! by Hsni

I don't have a credit card and have never made one. Now I need one immediately to pay some hotel bookings. I have heard that a prepaid credit card serves the same way as an ordinary credit card. Can someone suggest that from where can I get this ...

ahelpfulsaudi

But you don't get them immediately you have to wait a weak or so, and they will send it to you Read More

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13 years ago
Beth52

Inform the courts of his theft and get a divorce certificate? by Beth52

Salaam. I'm wondering if you can help me. I am an American who was working at King Faisal. I married a Pakistani man in 2009. We have since divorced. (I couldn't get him a VISA to come home with me). I need divorce papers from the Saudi Court ...

ahelpfulsaudi

you can't do that because this is a country that has laws, and they are enforced. If you do something like this you yourself will be the only one going to jail over this problem Read More

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13 years ago
rlc288

Minor Road Accident by rlc288

Hi everyone, I bump into another car yesterday (Hyundai). My car is Toyota and has a tow-hook. My tow-hook punched a hole on his rear bumper. The guy is Saudi and in a little bit hurry. I told him to call Najim for traffic investigation so he could ...

ahelpfulsaudi

I know a friend that wrecked his car drifting. He got another friend's can, broke the front bumper in a way that makes it look like a real accident, and then they fixed the cars for a much cheaper price than they were paid and split the rest of the ... Read More

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13 years ago

Golf Course in Khobar

here are golf courses in the mid east http://5stararabia.com/Golf-Courses-Clubs-Middle-East.htm Read More

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13 years ago
borntobemild

golf around khobar/dammam? by borntobemild

so does anyone know of any golf courses around here in khobar/dammam area?

ahelpfulsaudi

here are golf courses in the Mid East http://5stararabia.com/Golf-Courses-Clubs-Middle-East.htm Read More

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13 years ago
tapuzinah

1st Expats Youth Meeting by tapuzinah

Let us meet and share our stories, experience and fun time together here in alkhobar. I am planing to arrange a meeting for expats youth in alkhobar. If anyone has an ideas to help to make this meeting success, please share with us your ...

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when you say youth what is the age range. Read More

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13 years ago

Life in Al Khobar_KSA

housing will be your biggest expense, and the hardest thing to get if you are a bachelor. See if your employer will handle that for you, because it will make your life that much easier. food- 2000- 3000 SAR (If you buy and cook your own food you ... Read More

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13 years ago
mercara1977

Please help me regarding Jawasat Service, Al Khoabr by mercara1977

My iqama is issued from Al Khobar. For renewal of my mother's visit visa yesterday I visited Dammam Jawazat at night 9 PM, but they told me to approach Khobar Jawasat office for the same. Would you please advise me the Khobar Jawasat location with ...

ahelpfulsaudi

here is the location. http://wikimapia.org/786124/ar/%D8%AC%D9%88%D8%A7%D8%B2%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AE%D8%A8%D8%B1 It says it is on king Abdullah street (the same one Rashed mall is on) Read More

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13 years ago
Al Khobar UK Man

any good private beaches? by Al Khobar UK Man

Hi guys, Any good private beaches in the khobar area. Thanks,

ahelpfulsaudi

I didn't say it was, but these are the beaches I know are private Read More

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13 years ago
oraclefusions

Riyadh to Dubai by oraclefusions

Has any one driven from Riyadh to dubai by car? Any suggestions? Cheers

ahelpfulsaudi

here is a link for google maps that shows the new ... Read More

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13 years ago
guestposter525

moving to riyadh soon by guestposter525

Hi everyone I am a mum of 3 kids and my hubby is a medic, we will be moving to Riyadh soon. I have a lots of questions can someone pls answer them.Does anyone live in the compound attached to king Abdul Aziz military hospital?? If so how r the ...

ahelpfulsaudi

Can ladies go for shopping etc alone ?Without a male partner Of course you can go shopping alone, but someone has to drive you there (you can take a taxi) How do we get the driving license? Your husband's employer will help him with that. I am ... Read More

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13 years ago

home schooling

My research on this subject shows that the student needs to registered with a public school (check with a private school if they would allow this). There needs to be at least 2-4 homeschooled children per grade for the to allow a student to be home ... Read More

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13 years ago
Al Khobar UK Man

any good private beaches? by Al Khobar UK Man

Hi guys, Any good private beaches in the khobar area. Thanks,

ahelpfulsaudi

there is also the Alnakheel beach resort Tel: 038966633 Sunset Beach Resort. Website: http://www.sunset-beach.com.sa/index.php you can also use the Aramco Yacht club if you have a friend their. (You will have the best time there if you are a ... Read More

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13 years ago
Beth52

Inform the courts of his theft and get a divorce certificate? by Beth52

Salaam. I'm wondering if you can help me. I am an American who was working at King Faisal. I married a Pakistani man in 2009. We have since divorced. (I couldn't get him a VISA to come home with me). I need divorce papers from the Saudi Court ...

ahelpfulsaudi

I think it is best to go to the ministry of interior's office in the DC embassy. Read More

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13 years ago
Kat2404

Stuck in female only compound! by Kat2404

Hi everyone, Living in a female only compound makes it very hard to socialise out of work as everyone at the compound works in the same place. so just wondered if anyone was having any gatherings whether they could let me know so me and my friends ...

ahelpfulsaudi

apparently this Riyadh thread has been taken over by the Jadawyah (people from jeddah) Read More

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13 years ago
Kat2404

Stuck in female only compound! by Kat2404

Hi everyone, Living in a female only compound makes it very hard to socialise out of work as everyone at the compound works in the same place. so just wondered if anyone was having any gatherings whether they could let me know so me and my friends ...

ahelpfulsaudi

I wish a female tries to steal me Read More