ralph-HRD-Dude
@ralph-HRD-Dude
Filipino expat in Saudi Arabia
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156
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About me
Filipino
Lives in Jeddah
Speaks English, Filipino
Registration: 15 April 2013
I stopped learning Arabic by KristianKenneth
It will be my third month on 26 here in the Kingdom and since I came here I started learning Arabic. I have a book by Living Languages and now I can read and write arabic letter. I started building my vocabulary and now onto grammar. But when I ...
Dude, 3 month's and u able to learn how to write and read? dude I've been here for almost 2 years now but can't even talk straight in arabic. lol , maybe it's better before using ur language try and ask locals if ur saying it ... Read More
GO PRO CAMERA MONOPOD and ACCESSORIES by tuttifrutti
For months, Ive been looking for a GoPro camera monopod. I have checked iZone in Dharan mall but they didnt have any. I have also checked in few Jarir bookstores and other camera shops and yet no luck. I would really appreciate if you could tell me ...
if you happen to be in JEDDAH, try SARAWAT, last time I've checked ton's of shops there selling GO PRO and accessories, or as this gentleman have suggested , better proceed on ordering online(AMAZON) hustle free and you can be sure of the ... Read More
Saudi Employer Offer letter by kaleemimran
Dear Friends, I have received offer letter from Riyadh based employer duly attested by MEA and chamber of commerce today morning and i am being asked to sign off and send it to the agent in Bombay,I was proactive in reviewing the offer letter and ...
Well my friend, it's either you jump in and see what will happen, or insist on getting a corrected contract, it's true that most of company do this to either minimize cost of visa or to be able to urgently process visa(for sometimes it's ... Read More
AIRSOFT IN SAUDI ARABIA(JEDDAH) by ralph-HRD-Dude
Hi guys! looking for a new hobby so maybe anyone know something about if there is a store here in KSA that sells airsoft guns?I'am interested on buying and joining a group if there is already a established one here in jeddah..
hopefully ! that time when i posted this i was really eager to buy and have somebody to play it with but , you replies are just a bit late, lol.. anyway maybe we can check that shop sometimes. Read More
AIRSOFT IN SAUDI ARABIA(JEDDAH) by ralph-HRD-Dude
Hi guys! looking for a new hobby so maybe anyone know something about if there is a store here in KSA that sells airsoft guns?I'am interested on buying and joining a group if there is already a established one here in jeddah..
"LET THE DUEL BEGIN!" lol .. thank you for the replies guys, too bad im out of here after a few months, so i think finding new hobby can wait for me.. :) but will definitely try it out when i get home, much easier to get units from my ... Read More
Need Help on Filing a complaint to Ministry of Labor by Popolocroix
:/ I need serious help and assistance on how to log a complaint in the ministry of labor against "saudi employers"...who, has not issued an iqama for their employees for more than 2 months since joining, paid salary late, and only 1 month ...
If your talking about the submission of requirements like PASSPORT, MEDICAL, it should be within the 3 months span of the visa prior given or else the employee will be considered as overstaying and employer will be due for a penalty, actual ... Read More
Need Help on Filing a complaint to Ministry of Labor by Popolocroix
:/ I need serious help and assistance on how to log a complaint in the ministry of labor against "saudi employers"...who, has not issued an iqama for their employees for more than 2 months since joining, paid salary late, and only 1 month ...
Dude you could try proceeding directly to our embassy for assistance, i believe steps are quite complicated and long specially for new comers and non arabic speaker...F.Y.I. for IQAMA usually it's quite normal for 2-3 months of processing, i ... Read More
LOOKING FOR GYM EQUIPMENT SHOP IN JEDDAH.. by ralph-HRD-Dude
Hi Guys! can anyone here suggest store/shop that i can buy most of basic gym equipment, not those 5 in 1 equipment but those what is usually being used for PROFESSIONAL GYM'S , i have been in SMART FITNESS and AL BALLAD but was not quite ...
Thanks for the replies! will surely check it.. @moe i'm being pointed to a place called haraje so i'm gonna check it out as with the other place suggested. Read More
LOOKING FOR GYM EQUIPMENT SHOP IN JEDDAH.. by ralph-HRD-Dude
Hi Guys! can anyone here suggest store/shop that i can buy most of basic gym equipment, not those 5 in 1 equipment but those what is usually being used for PROFESSIONAL GYM'S , i have been in SMART FITNESS and AL BALLAD but was not quite ...
Thank you sir! i will check it out.. Read More
LOOKING FOR GYM EQUIPMENT SHOP IN JEDDAH.. by ralph-HRD-Dude
Hi Guys! can anyone here suggest store/shop that i can buy most of basic gym equipment, not those 5 in 1 equipment but those what is usually being used for PROFESSIONAL GYM'S , i have been in SMART FITNESS and AL BALLAD but was not quite ...
where is that exactly sir?is that a name of a store or a street? :) thank you sir for the response .. Read More
LOOKING FOR GYM EQUIPMENT SHOP IN JEDDAH..
Hi Guys! can anyone here suggest store/shop that i can buy most of basic gym equipment, not those 5 in 1 equipment but those what is usually being used for PROFESSIONAL GYM'S , i have been in SMART FITNESS and AL BALLAD but was not quite ... Read More
Dinner event on Thursday 11 at 10:30 PM by jawad88
Hey all, There is a dinner event that have been organized for all the expats in jeddah that would like to join. We are still deciding on the venue but we have half a dozen people of mix genders who have shown interest in attending. If you like to ...
okey , im trying to picture that positively... :lol: Read More
Dinner event on Thursday 11 at 10:30 PM by jawad88
Hey all, There is a dinner event that have been organized for all the expats in jeddah that would like to join. We are still deciding on the venue but we have half a dozen people of mix genders who have shown interest in attending. If you like to ...
was there massage involved? LOL Read More
Organize a compound party. by Jennyreo
Is there anybody who can organize a compound party in Jeddah? It should be someone who's living in a compound like sharbatly. To meet new friends.. Organize a group.
I'm reporting you too!!!it's funny how your profile picture sync's with your every posts.. lol Read More
Organize a compound party. by Jennyreo
Is there anybody who can organize a compound party in Jeddah? It should be someone who's living in a compound like sharbatly. To meet new friends.. Organize a group.
okey, here we go , here where's the party starts.. *DROP THE BASS* Read More
Gmail Accounts are Hacked - Change PW
Better be safe than sorry, just change your passwords :) Read More
Organize a compound party. by Jennyreo
Is there anybody who can organize a compound party in Jeddah? It should be someone who's living in a compound like sharbatly. To meet new friends.. Organize a group.
Only for 10 person? :/ But the bharain thing is interesting me, tell me more bro.. :D IYKWIM ;) Read More
GAMERS SPOT.. (DOTA2-RPG-Etc) by ralph-HRD-Dude
Okey, now im starting to get REALLY BORED! LOL , i open the topic mainly to get info's or CLAN IN DOTA 2, GAME BUDDY ATLEAST! but im looking for a GOOD RPG also, been playing DRAGON NEST, the shizzle is BORING as HELL!im pinching into RO2(ragnarok ...
STEAM: RanpaOnDaLine add me sir's Read More
Tattoo's In Riyadh? by EmjayNZ
Hi everyone, I've just signed a contract to work at the King Faisal hospital in Riyadh. Just wondering if anyone on this site knows what the rules are about visible tattoos on lower arms e.g. wrist to elbow -are they allowed to be uncovered at ...
it wouldn't be a offense or a crime but you will be bothered a lot by it from questioning , some people or the religious guys will more likely to ask you on what is that or where did you get it(in the case of my friend a police asked him if ... Read More
Hello by Abady Aj
Hello everyone, Expat-blog blocked my private messaging, and said I was a new member and that I should introduce myself in the forum to fully activate my private messages. I've been on this forum for almost 9 months now, can't see how Im ...
hahaha! yeah , i just sometimes response in a professional way like , welcoming them to the blog and asking if i can help them with anything, when it sounds wholesome they don't bother to message back which is a good thing ... :lol: Read More
Looking for new friends // Billiard
Yow! wasup bro! :D lol (im going G with this conversation starter) hey if you plan on shifting on Dota 2 i we can party sometimes i posted about RPG and Games here a few months back but haven't got anything (was hoping for some ladies thogh LOL) ... Read More
Hello by Abady Aj
Hello everyone, Expat-blog blocked my private messaging, and said I was a new member and that I should introduce myself in the forum to fully activate my private messages. I've been on this forum for almost 9 months now, can't see how Im ...
That's a new one :) although it's better that way, sometimes receive messages from weird dudes asking for a so called "Friendship" and asking for my contact number or skype which is weird.. but anyway, welcome Bro!! :) Read More
AIRSOFT IN SAUDI ARABIA(JEDDAH) by ralph-HRD-Dude
Hi guys! looking for a new hobby so maybe anyone know something about if there is a store here in KSA that sells airsoft guns?I'am interested on buying and joining a group if there is already a established one here in jeddah..
slamat sir, pero medyo mgastos kc tlga ang paintball compared sa airsoft, :) kya airsoft lng muna ako , hehehe.. anyway thank you sa info sir.. UP! Read More
AIRSOFT IN SAUDI ARABIA(JEDDAH)
Hi guys! looking for a new hobby so maybe anyone know something about if there is a store here in KSA that sells airsoft guns?I'am interested on buying and joining a group if there is already a established one here in jeddah.. Read More
CROSS COUNTRY JOBS COMING FROM K.S.A.?
Just got curious with this thing, one guy i know just got a U.K. visa for work, now i'm wondering what will be the best country to try and apply for a cross country job coming from K.S.A.? or does anyone has a experience with this kind of ... Read More
Marriage rules in Jeddah by diyepoy
I'm from the Philippines and I need help regarding the marriage rules in Jeddah Saudi Arabia. My gf went to work in Jeddah last May 26, 2014, not knowing that her ex - bf is in Jeddah too. After 3 days I've learned that my gf reconciled with ...
That suck's bro, if that ought to happen, just let her go scenario's like this are common here in saudi,in the end it's you who will just end tortured and broken into pieces, like Popolocroix said there is no such thing as a CONTRACT ... Read More
E-Cigarette in KSA(Jeddah)? by ralph-HRD-Dude
Ok guys, im a avid vaper, used to smoke heavily before e-cig has been introduced, back in the phil. there is no problem in getting spare part and e-juices, now im having a big problem on getting juices , so ive planned on getting some in the ...
Bro did you able to get his number? i need some for me also :) just got a Chi-you unit from the phil. with forge automizer.. Read More
E-Cigarette in KSA(Jeddah)? by ralph-HRD-Dude
Ok guys, im a avid vaper, used to smoke heavily before e-cig has been introduced, back in the phil. there is no problem in getting spare part and e-juices, now im having a big problem on getting juices , so ive planned on getting some in the ...
bro try in Queens mall , in front of al-raji taweel , there is a small booth there which sells caps and accessories , before they sell e-cig but secretly, and now i think he has no more, but o, not sure if he still has e juice.. Read More
Looking for fun by onlyifidont
Hello All .. I have been here in Jeddah for 1 year I am so bored in here .. looking forward to know more people preferably a great group of males and females .. so we can arrange fun activities if you are already in such group please let me know ...
well you asked for it bro.. :lol: :lol: we get frisky when it comes to this topic.. ahahaha Read More
DJ wanted by jeddah-rocks
Hello everyone Does anyone know of a good jd... Funky house, dance, techno etc.. Cheers!,
i believe there are tons of D.J's in Jeddah, i'm just not sure if they open themselves to public, i think they are pretty much underground here for you know how it is here, but let me check with my friend then i'll PM you for any news. :) Read More
Looking for fun by onlyifidont
Hello All .. I have been here in Jeddah for 1 year I am so bored in here .. looking forward to know more people preferably a great group of males and females .. so we can arrange fun activities if you are already in such group please let me know ...
He's in Jeddah, probably easier for him to got to Beirut or Sharm al sheikh than Bahrain. Ah the joys of living in Khobar !Where is this paradise you are reffering to my friend? for research purposes ... ;) :lol: and if ever we might be ... Read More
Spice Take Away by Full Monty
Has anyone, curry lovers, had a delivery from this restaurant? What were your thoughts? My impressions are it isn't a good place for having food delivered. The food took some time, it tasted artificial, the red dye looked chemical, the samosas were ...
i love curry myself but i don't know if it's just me, or curry tasted differently here in KSA, i mean I've only been to number of places(usually indians,pakistani resto) but to be frank it doesn't taste as good as i expected, I've tried japan's ... Read More
Shortchanged by I.S.P. by Jeddah1
A friend pays for what she is told is a month's internet service. Not even two weeks into... her internet service runs out. (??) She calls to inquirer and is told her Skype usage is probably to blame as it eats-up a lot of bandwidth. (what??) This ...
maybe what he bought was the per GB package, most internet providers sells internet per GIGABYTES, and they also have the other one which is fix monthly package which is either 2,3,6 months unlimited package, the per GB package most of the time ... Read More
JOBS FOR FEMALE by nomijk
Dear, I am working as Engineer in a reputed in Riyadh,Saudi Arabia. I am looking for Life Partner .So I want know which of the job can do for Female as per the Saudi law? Can you tell the answer because she want to be with me. Regards. Nomi
this is quite a funny post, but just to satisfy your curiosity never mind the motive of your question, Jobs that usually facilitate females are teaching,clerical or in hospitals. hospitals are usually nurses and for clerical usually secretarial, ... Read More
Arabic Teacher / Arabic Skype Group??? by PAKman2328
Hello Expat community :-) I've been living in Jeddah for nearly 17 months now and still my Arabic is terrible. Is there a teacher out there that might be free during the afternoon to teach me on Skype? My current schedule is quite busy but I do ...
Let me take a look at that, Thanks man! Read More
Penalties for Breach of Contract....??? by shahia
It has really been frustrating for me to find an answer to a simple question. It is more than a month I have been trying all "KEYWORDS" for an online search to get to the fact. However, it seems to be an uphill task to find clarity on an ambiguity ...
TLL is right, no guidelines so meaning to say no standards, they can basically let you pay for every cents that they have spend on you. Read More
Saudi Labor Law by my"name"is"raffy
Hi guys, i just read an article about this new Saudi Labor Law, “An employee should not be asked to work more than 40 hours weekly and more than eight hours daily. Working hours during Ramadan shall be reduced to not more than 35 hours per week ...
Well yeah, been long before, but may i ask how many hours is your break time? because i believe for the 40 hrs, breaktime is excluded and prayer time and so to compensate to the prayer time and break time they usually make it 9 or 10 hrs :) Read More
Belgian master chocolatier just arrived in Jeddah ;-) by erikvdv
Hello people, I just arrived in Jeddah 5 days ago, I hope to meet some people so my life outside of work will be at least a little bit fun too :D So let me introduce myself: I'm Erik, 26 years old and just spent the last year working in London for ...
Ohh mannn!! you'll be hit on by anyone(straight or bended)around here if you'll give us discount and stuff!! hahahaha update us bro will be glad to visit your shop one of this day :) Read More
Geeks And Gamers MEETUP IN RIYADH!!!
nice! tell me you hack xbox,ps to pc games!!! :D Read More
E-Cigarette in KSA(Jeddah)? by ralph-HRD-Dude
Ok guys, im a avid vaper, used to smoke heavily before e-cig has been introduced, back in the phil. there is no problem in getting spare part and e-juices, now im having a big problem on getting juices , so ive planned on getting some in the ...
you have anymore for mods bro? i need solely body, i have bullet atomizer with ego body,LOL Read More
Bible and Medication by gpetr67
Hello all.......I will be relocating to Jeddah towards the end on March. I have two specific questions...... 1) I have 2 prescription medications that I take. As long as I take a letter from my doctor will I be allowed to take the medication with ...
medication no problem just not in volume, if in volume bring your doctor's note, for BIBLE, sure you can bring but don't put it in bags that will be checked, a pocket size bible wont hurt so you can put it in you hand carried bag , but as told, ... Read More
My current employer is not giving Final Exit, What should I do?
It would be best to elaborate your status my friend; why are they not giving you final exit? have you finished your current contract? have they asked you to extend your resignation? are you not cleared? Read More
Hot Water source by Rigger64
While surfing the different blogs, room of them mentioned that some flats or apartments did not have hot water heaters and relied on solar heating for home hot water. They also mentioned that this was an issue during the cooler months. My company ...
Your problem now will most probably how to make the water cold so you can use the water and not burn yourself! :D but for water heater you can buy one for around 200 S.R. and hire somebody to install it, don't worry they have IKEA here, i believe ... Read More
Which city do you think better to live Jeddah or Dammam ? by onemillion
Which city do you think better to live Jeddah or Dammam ?
i believe they are much more open in dammam rather than in jeddah (as i've heard with some of my friends and read on the internet) specially in al-khobar where a lot of AMERICAN EXPATS are residing, i've heard women are not forced into abaya ... Read More
part time work inquiry, information collection by skyline77
We are looking for people with good negotiations skills to contact list of suppliers, clients and get quotations, contact numbers and all other information and input all information in Excel sheet to have a complete data sheet. this is part time ...
some what i realize that this is like close to being a telemarketer am i right? Read More
part time work inquiry, information collection by skyline77
We are looking for people with good negotiations skills to contact list of suppliers, clients and get quotations, contact numbers and all other information and input all information in Excel sheet to have a complete data sheet. this is part time ...
HMMM.. interesting how many hours does it requires a day? and the amount that you are willing to pay is how much? i believe i have some guys who are willing to do this :) send me msg. for more info my friend :) Read More
I will go to jeddah in this month... by Farid87
:/ Hi my name is farid from malaysia... I gonna stay at jeddah alone.. i wanna know what activity can do there??? I nop working with any company there so i dont think i gonna have friend at jeddah... Can i bring my pet from malaysia to jeddah?? ...
I think it's possible to bring pet, but check with your local airport for guidelines and requirements, for pet shops, YES there are some but very few and also they are not complete with supplies (vitamins,food etc.) so goodluck with your pets, i ... Read More
VISIT VISA FOR EGYPT(from Jeddah to Egypt)
Hi guys! Just needing some information on processing VISIT VISA TO EGYPT, I've been planning on visiting Egypt since i got here in KSA and been asking few Egyptian friends but still unclear with the process, can someone assist me with process and ... Read More
Moving to Rabigh by friends003
Hi, I am from India and currently considering moving to Rabigh for my new job. I was wondering if you could provide me with information in regards to the city. What should be the salary for good life and for saving? What's it like living in ...
Anytime bro, rabegh is not as big as jeddah/riyadh nor as complex but its good, you can live there with a ease, many korean's and chinese there also so you dont have to worry of being the only foreigner :D Read More
Moving to Rabigh by friends003
Hi, I am from India and currently considering moving to Rabigh for my new job. I was wondering if you could provide me with information in regards to the city. What should be the salary for good life and for saving? What's it like living in ...
Hello good sir, i'm not sure what's your expectation of rabegh is, because its just an hour away from jeddah :D 'ive been there a few times, but well anyway here it goes :) What should be the salary for good life and for saving? 5000 and above ... Read More
expired iqama
Well sir, technically "YES" they can extend your stay as long as you are required, but i believe they still need to renew your iqama for that matter specially if they requested you to stay for another 2 months. :D Read More
Seeking employment by Aliyas
Hello everyone, My name is Julia :) I am certified lawyer from Romania. Currently, I am working in Dubai as Legal Adviser however I am searching for job in Saudi Arabia. Ideally in my field if is possible or which opportunity I might have ...
:lol: felt the same here Ms.Julia, :) and you'll see more of that when you get here and decided to stay here, :D Read More
Seeking employment by Aliyas
Hello everyone, My name is Julia :) I am certified lawyer from Romania. Currently, I am working in Dubai as Legal Adviser however I am searching for job in Saudi Arabia. Ideally in my field if is possible or which opportunity I might have ...
Got enough for everyone bro.. LOL :lol: Read More
Seeking employment by Aliyas
Hello everyone, My name is Julia :) I am certified lawyer from Romania. Currently, I am working in Dubai as Legal Adviser however I am searching for job in Saudi Arabia. Ideally in my field if is possible or which opportunity I might have ...
It's funny how my statement about driving end up to this conversation and topic, LOL , i'm merely implying that when KSA already opened their doors from a sexist society, then you shall have the opportunity to practice your career as a lawyer :) , ... Read More
Seeking employment by Aliyas
Hello everyone, My name is Julia :) I am certified lawyer from Romania. Currently, I am working in Dubai as Legal Adviser however I am searching for job in Saudi Arabia. Ideally in my field if is possible or which opportunity I might have ...
What did you mean by that? :/*slowly get's popcorn :o :o " Read More
Help Needed !! by vitalpearl
Hi guys , I am an architectural visualizer ( Pakistani ) , previously I was in Dubai but got fed up of companies blocking salaries for more than 3 months so often ( IDK may be it was due to recession as my period of stay was 2008-2012 ) . Then I ...
Well yeah, as I've heard from my colleagues , once a formal complaint has been filed in MOL and under processing, the company will be shutdown/closed until the case has been resolved or hearing has been done, so yes, if i where your H.R. manager i ... Read More
Help Needed !! by vitalpearl
Hi guys , I am an architectural visualizer ( Pakistani ) , previously I was in Dubai but got fed up of companies blocking salaries for more than 3 months so often ( IDK may be it was due to recession as my period of stay was 2008-2012 ) . Then I ...
https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=340770#1737908 Check the link dude; you have the same scenario, hope this helps. Read More
Seeking employment by Aliyas
Hello everyone, My name is Julia :) I am certified lawyer from Romania. Currently, I am working in Dubai as Legal Adviser however I am searching for job in Saudi Arabia. Ideally in my field if is possible or which opportunity I might have ...
Trapz is right, i think its impossible to be a law practitioner here in saudi specially you're a female, as i've heard there is no advantage of fixing any legal transaction to any public/goverment offices if you are a non-saudi or female to be ... Read More
Dog Food , Vitamins and Housing
It depends on what part of S.A your gonna be staying at, for JEDDAH, i dont know if its just me , but i find it hard to find PET SUPPLIES, my friend is fond of CAT and ask me to occasionally buy CAT FOOD/LITTER and usually no stocks in ... Read More
roller blades/ skates
Have you tried in CORNICHE in AL BALLAD, saw some sports good inside but im not sure if they have for adults, i saw some kids there playing with it inside the mall before. Read More
Need info in transferring to another company by Margus1990
Hi everyone, I'm in Jeddah now and I work as a safety coordinator in a construction company for 8 months now but my company delayed my salary for 3 months. That is why I wanted to join to another company with better management and benefits. What ...
It actually depends, if you will based it on the LABOR LAW it's already a violation, i believe your contract specified that you are on either monthly compensation, so if you are really eager to resign you can refer to this law; Article 81: Without ... Read More
E-Cigarette in KSA(Jeddah)? by ralph-HRD-Dude
Ok guys, im a avid vaper, used to smoke heavily before e-cig has been introduced, back in the phil. there is no problem in getting spare part and e-juices, now im having a big problem on getting juices , so ive planned on getting some in the ...
Harap ng AL RAJHI TAWEEL bro, dun sa mga bilihang computers & laptop Read More
E-Cigarette in KSA(Jeddah)? by ralph-HRD-Dude
Ok guys, im a avid vaper, used to smoke heavily before e-cig has been introduced, back in the phil. there is no problem in getting spare part and e-juices, now im having a big problem on getting juices , so ive planned on getting some in the ...
meron actually ung tank na maliit n may automizer na un ung nakita ko avail nung pumunta ako, not sure if it's still there today, but i guess oo nman, prang 200 if tama pagkaka-alala ko , check it out nlng bro, :D Read More
GAMES FOR GAME FREAKS!!(RPG-DOTA2-etc)
Thank you maam, :) but i've already posted there , it would be great if you could just delete this thread instead :) Read More
E-Cigarette in KSA(Jeddah)? by ralph-HRD-Dude
Ok guys, im a avid vaper, used to smoke heavily before e-cig has been introduced, back in the phil. there is no problem in getting spare part and e-juices, now im having a big problem on getting juices , so ive planned on getting some in the ...
It's in AL BALLAD District just tell the taxi driver that they will know, the famous mall is CORNICHE it's right behind that but you still need to walk or ask a question or two for ballad is quite confusing, just look for the QUEENS MALL , i believe ... Read More
GAMERS SPOT.. (DOTA2-RPG-Etc) by ralph-HRD-Dude
Okey, now im starting to get REALLY BORED! LOL , i open the topic mainly to get info's or CLAN IN DOTA 2, GAME BUDDY ATLEAST! but im looking for a GOOD RPG also, been playing DRAGON NEST, the shizzle is BORING as HELL!im pinching into RO2(ragnarok ...
a game or a 2 would not hurt bro, hahaha will add you after work, i usually play 7pm-12pm, :D game on guys Read More
Need info in transferring to another company by Margus1990
Hi everyone, I'm in Jeddah now and I work as a safety coordinator in a construction company for 8 months now but my company delayed my salary for 3 months. That is why I wanted to join to another company with better management and benefits. What ...
it depends actually, what's the details of your contract? if it specify a certain years then they can really hold you, the only thing you can do is talk to the H.R. dept and ask what's causing the delay of the salary, i believe the only way out of ... Read More
Help Needed !! by vitalpearl
Hi guys , I am an architectural visualizer ( Pakistani ) , previously I was in Dubai but got fed up of companies blocking salaries for more than 3 months so often ( IDK may be it was due to recession as my period of stay was 2008-2012 ) . Then I ...
why are they not paying you? is there some reason behind it? have you tried escalating the matter? i mean talking with H.R. Dept? Well technically if you just want to go home and you have a contract in a certain length of time (e.g 2 years ... Read More
GAMERS SPOT.. (DOTA2-RPG-Etc) by ralph-HRD-Dude
Okey, now im starting to get REALLY BORED! LOL , i open the topic mainly to get info's or CLAN IN DOTA 2, GAME BUDDY ATLEAST! but im looking for a GOOD RPG also, been playing DRAGON NEST, the shizzle is BORING as HELL!im pinching into RO2(ragnarok ...
Nice bro, PM me ur STEAM ID, ill add you later, :D Read More
E-Cigarette in KSA(Jeddah)? by ralph-HRD-Dude
Ok guys, im a avid vaper, used to smoke heavily before e-cig has been introduced, back in the phil. there is no problem in getting spare part and e-juices, now im having a big problem on getting juices , so ive planned on getting some in the ...
Try in BALLAD bro, QUEENS MALL, infront of AL RAJHI TAWEEL , i suppose they have wick wire but FULL MECH MODS are not available, juices are also available but no nicotine :( only fruit flavors LOL .. Read More
GAMERS SPOT.. (DOTA2-RPG-Etc)
Okey, now im starting to get REALLY BORED! LOL , i open the topic mainly to get info's or CLAN IN DOTA 2, GAME BUDDY ATLEAST! but im looking for a GOOD RPG also, been playing DRAGON NEST, the shizzle is BORING as HELL!im pinching into RO2(ragnarok ... Read More
GAMES FOR GAME FREAKS!!(RPG-DOTA2-etc)
Sorry post supposed to be in JEDDAH FORUM, the new profile is confusing me, LOL Read More
GAMES FOR GAME FREAKS!!(RPG-DOTA2-etc)
Okey, now im starting to get REALLY BORED! LOL , i open the topic mainly to get info's or CLAN IN DOTA 2, GAME BUDDY ATLEAST! but im looking for a GOOD RPG also, been playing DRAGON NEST, the shizzle is BORING as HELL!im pinching into RO2(ragnarok ... Read More
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 ...
Is this still poppin? LOL , i mean has anyone actually MET someone? Read More
Reliable but Cheap Cargo/Shipping
Try Makati Express Cargo , look it up most of us use this. Read More
Fun Times in Jeddah by Mabella26
Lately, I've been exploring this city and found good places... Like Sari Palms Compound, Al Fakieh Aquarium and that Private Beach Resort up on the North :) I posted some pics on my blog so if you want to check them out here's my blog site ...
I've just been into king abdullah economic city last month which is sadly only available if you'll get pass their security which will require you to have a official business inside the area, luckily we are from a brick manufacturing company and has ... Read More
Electronic Cigarette in Saudi Arabia
Jeddah, at queens mall in al-ballad, i believe in riyadh they also have some stores selling it, but e-liquid is only flavored and doesn't have nicotine level. Read More
ANYONE KNOW ANY CATERING SERVICE IN JEDDAH? by ralph-HRD-Dude
Hi Guys! Good day! Anyone here knows any caterer that is willing to cater for a company cafeteria here in jeddah? our company is located NEAR KHULAIS. For details please drop me a PM or comment or email me @ ralph.allen.chan10@gmail.com Thanks ...
Do you happen to have any contact no. with them sir/maam, i would appreciate it.. :) Read More
ANYONE KNOW ANY CATERING SERVICE IN JEDDAH? by ralph-HRD-Dude
Hi Guys! Good day! Anyone here knows any caterer that is willing to cater for a company cafeteria here in jeddah? our company is located NEAR KHULAIS. For details please drop me a PM or comment or email me @ ralph.allen.chan10@gmail.com Thanks ...
Nice , thanks sir, i will contact them asap! Keep it coming guys , please. Read More
ANYONE KNOW ANY CATERING SERVICE IN JEDDAH?
Hi Guys! Good day! Anyone here knows any caterer that is willing to cater for a company cafeteria here in jeddah? our company is located NEAR KHULAIS. For details please drop me a PM or comment or email me @ ralph.allen.chan10@gmail.com Thanks ... Read More
Question for PC hardcore gamers by mudassarkazi
Hello Hardcore Gamers, I have a question, I am looking for a Core i3 laptop (with a graphics card) that can be capable of running all(most of) modern 3d games. Could anyone please suggest me any model. I know core i5s and i7s are better then i3s ...
if ur budget is only 2000SR, ur not gonna be able to play modern 3D games with that on high settings:) but you can play decent games in maybe a low-med settings but dont expect too much... :) maybe you can build a rig and slowly upgrade as you have ... Read More
Question for PC hardcore gamers by mudassarkazi
Hello Hardcore Gamers, I have a question, I am looking for a Core i3 laptop (with a graphics card) that can be capable of running all(most of) modern 3d games. Could anyone please suggest me any model. I know core i5s and i7s are better then i3s ...
If you have the budget of more than 1200-1300$ go for atleast AlienWare 14 have both the power and portability can run games smoothly on med. high settings, but buy it outside saudi(buy online) :) its much cheaper compared to the shops ive been ... Read More
No of Days to get Iqama
it actually depends, sometimes 3-4 months max, sometimes earlier, why is this? we have no clue... hahaha welcome to saudi! Read More
Jawazat/Labour offices
tomorrow, i think its sunday - friday now... Read More
Treatment of East Asians (Korean, Chinese,etc) / Sexual Harassment by phatchoi
Hello everybody, This is my first time posting in these forums. I've just been offered an esl job in Saudi Arabia, and it's very likely that I will soon be moving to the magical land of sand and burkas. As a young, single Korean-American woman, ...
Maam Suzan, thank you very much for that compliment, i'm still a bit new to photography so that's a self esteem booster for me. will try and share more picture soon :) Read More
Best way to ship from US-JEDDAH... by ralph-HRD-Dude
Hey guys, I'm planning to buy a laptop from US and will ask my friend to receive it and send it to me, here in Jeddah(since dell only caters US-US transact), now I've been to the FEDEX website and looked into the possible price of shipping its ...
oh... that will be great if ever.. hehe.. Thanks for the reply! Read More
Best way to ship from US-JEDDAH... by ralph-HRD-Dude
Hey guys, I'm planning to buy a laptop from US and will ask my friend to receive it and send it to me, here in Jeddah(since dell only caters US-US transact), now I've been to the FEDEX website and looked into the possible price of shipping its ...
Ohh okey, now i get it, but how about the custom's fee? Read More
Best way to ship from US-JEDDAH... by ralph-HRD-Dude
Hey guys, I'm planning to buy a laptop from US and will ask my friend to receive it and send it to me, here in Jeddah(since dell only caters US-US transact), now I've been to the FEDEX website and looked into the possible price of shipping its ...
can you walk me through the process of this, since i'm buying directly to dell ,dell will be sending the package(laptop) to the office of SNS which is my so called virtual address?correct? upon receiving the package from dell, will i be charged of ... Read More
Best way to ship from US-JEDDAH... by ralph-HRD-Dude
Hey guys, I'm planning to buy a laptop from US and will ask my friend to receive it and send it to me, here in Jeddah(since dell only caters US-US transact), now I've been to the FEDEX website and looked into the possible price of shipping its ...
Hi TLL, thanks! will check this one out also, have you tried this service already? Thanks! Read More
Best way to ship from US-JEDDAH...
Hey guys, I'm planning to buy a laptop from US and will ask my friend to receive it and send it to me, here in Jeddah(since dell only caters US-US transact), now I've been to the FEDEX website and looked into the possible price of shipping its ... Read More
Broadening Ties in Jeddah by Jonex
Hey everyone! I'm Adam, from the UK but currently living in Saudi Arabia. I hope to make friends with other expats and enjoy my time on this great site :)
Well you can try our EGG PIE from BALLAD instead and it's cheap!... :P if i only have the pleasure of time and transportation... :blink: Read More
E-cigs: Where to buy in Riyadh
Ohh so they do sell on riyad? I read some article on the net that e-cig is banned here in KSA, thats why when i thought of importing units and probably selling, i just gave up,though i have some friends on the phil. who do whole sale for the ... Read More
Treatment of East Asians (Korean, Chinese,etc) / Sexual Harassment by phatchoi
Hello everybody, This is my first time posting in these forums. I've just been offered an esl job in Saudi Arabia, and it's very likely that I will soon be moving to the magical land of sand and burkas. As a young, single Korean-American woman, ...
Hi phatchoi! Im a Filipino with a blood of Chinese so im all east asian, when it comes to being a Filipino its not a big of a deal for them, for they see us everywhere and i MEAN EVERYWHERE, while on the Chinese side , since i look more of a ... Read More
Travelling from KSA to UAE as an EXPAT..
Hi Guys ! i have a query, we are planning to attend a training that will be held in DUBAI, but someone told us that it's not that easy to enter UAE when you will be coming from KSA because IQAMA or the residence visa vary; almost all our ... Read More
QUALITY SHIRT PRINTING SHOP IN JEDDAH? by ralph-HRD-Dude
Good day to all! anyone here knows any shops in jeddah that provides quality but cheap shirt printing? we need it for our company uniform ; been searching online but can only get to hold with very few shops and seems like that they are not ...
Im from jeddah sir, i will check with them, thanks! Read More
QUALITY SHIRT PRINTING SHOP IN JEDDAH? by ralph-HRD-Dude
Good day to all! anyone here knows any shops in jeddah that provides quality but cheap shirt printing? we need it for our company uniform ; been searching online but can only get to hold with very few shops and seems like that they are not ...
Good day! Please check your email listed above, I've sent an mail.. Read More