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Nelson17

Nelson17

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English expat in Saudi Arabia

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Lives in Riyadh

Registration: 17 April 2010

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14 years ago
Alliecat

Dental Care in Riyadh by Alliecat

Okay.. been here since summer and it's time for a cleaning and checkup. My hospitalization doesn't cover dental so it's up to[i] me[/i]but it rather scares me here. Where do all of you go .. who do you recommend? ONLY Riyadh, please.

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GAMA clinic 01-4542929 its an american clinic ..Like i said in my earlier post, Gamma tried to rip me off. They were only interested in my insurance limit for dental!!! Read More

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14 years ago
mirzayasir4

Road Accident between A Jeep & A Passenger Bus by mirzayasir4

I travel daily from home to office via mini Passenger Bus. The distance is about 15 km from home and it takes about 45 minutes to my trip. Today (24th July 2011) while coming to office I have seen a road accidents that happened between a mini ...

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That kind of accident happens every day in Riyadh!! Read More

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15 years ago
PJH73

Step son visa by PJH73

I am just about to accept a job in Jeddah and therefore start the visa process. I have a 5 year old step-son (as well as 3 children with my wife). Does anyone have any advice on how best to navigate the process?? Has anyone any learnings they can ...

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you can get your stepson a visa and you can have him on your family iquama as you are married to his mother. you may need his biological fathers permission to take him out of of Aus. Read More

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15 years ago
schulz

Trouble making phone calls by schulz

Ok its my 4th day in Riyadh I got a mobile phone yesterday with mobily. I keep trying to call 7 digit phone numbers and it wont work. I tried adding 9661, then the 7 digit number but this does not work either. What do I need dial to call local ...

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01 is only for Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah have different prefix. Read More

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15 years ago

Visa Type Help!

Maybe no-one knows what a 3amel sha7en visa is? you have business visa, Visit visa and Work visa. You exchange work visa for iquama, depending on your employment type you may be able to bring your family or not Read More

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15 years ago
Miss Saudi Arabia

suggestions please by Miss Saudi Arabia

hi... anybody knows which coffee shop in jeddah has partitions? i'll be having coffee with somebody and we want to have our privacy... and idea? thanks so much! :-)

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All of them with family section written above the door I expect? Read More

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15 years ago
arslanh

Heeeeeelllppp!! I need to move to a compound! by arslanh

Hi I have been living in Riyad in rented accomodation for the last 6 months...am now v v bored and need some social interaction...the wife more so!!! I am from London and work in Fin Services . I am looking to move to any sort of compound ...

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expatrealty.com/expat/ These guys usually have something. Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
radmou78

New in KSA by radmou78

Good evening Everybody, I just moved to KSA. I like it pretty much, i loooove desert. I've just found that place to play bowling, if you're interrested just let me know. Am also a photograph-beginner and am looking for new landscapes to catch. If ...

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Villa in compound or outside? Read More

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Nelson17 created a thread
15 years ago

So your in Riyadh, on your own and bored?

I often think to myself that without the friends that I have made in Riyadh keeping me sane I would have gone home a long time ago. I met most of these friends on this blog BTW, most of them helping me to go shopping when I did not have a car and ... Read More

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15 years ago
Guest8748

School closing early ...hooray!! by Guest8748

Schools are closing early due to rain so I get to go home early! Don't you just love Saudi weather? :top:

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Now should we all buy coats? We will ol;y use them for 1 week of the year :) Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
uglybetty

Malls in Riyadh by uglybetty

Hi, Can anyone recommend a mall in riyadh with many western shops such as debenhams etc but also one that has a supermarket for food shopping? Thank you.

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Granada Mall has a Debenhams and Supermarket. Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
oraclefusions

New Car/Suv by oraclefusions

I am planning to buy a new car. I am inclined towards Toyota Prado (4 or 5 cylinder) but I can also for for GMC Acadia or Mazda CX-9. Any one has had experience with driving suvs, please share it with me. Cheers

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I would look at the Nissan Armada Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
Alisan

Riyadh events 2010 by Alisan

Hi everyone, I thought that it's a good idea to start a thread about the events taking place in Riyadh, so all the Riyadh expat community are invited to share upcoming events, & preferably by providing all details. The event that is taking place ...

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ok guys.. I'm bored! i really am and realized today that i'll be stuck in Riyadh until my graduation in 2013!!!! please, i need to find a good place to just hand out and socialize... any suggestions?.. G.Try Bahrain Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
ILW

Help with iphone by ILW

Hi all, I have a new question, I don't quite understand how the phonecards here in Riyadh work...my husband got an iphone 4 here in Riyadh...he's had it unlocked and bought a sim card for it from mobily (a card specific for iphone 4)....the phone ...

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You have to subscribe to mobily data service. 350 sar for unlimited Less for less MB. The Wifi is for Wimax. Best to go into mobily store and ask for 3g data service on the sim, have some cash ready as they sometimes say the card machines do not ... Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago

Asalam / Wish to All

Hi proffessional1 This really something that should be covered as part of a Mechanical Engineering Degree. There are lots of factors to consider such as pipe material and min/max velocities. There are charts that can help you- CIBSE has a pipe ... Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
Puff_the_Dragon

Where is the best shisha in Riyadh? by Puff_the_Dragon

I'm looking for that special place.....the place where I can find the perfect shisha! Not a tired TV lounge with a few dirty pipes! Does anyone have any suggestions? Surely there HAS to be a nice place somewhere! Where do the locals go for a ...

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You know, shisha places are banned in Riyadh City? You will find them out of town, I have seen a few at the very top of King Fahad near the driving school. I doubt they are mixed sex of for females though? Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
josh123

Looking for Clubs by josh123

...such as Toastmasters', Book Lovers', and Sports Club for volleyball and/or badminton players every Friday. Do you know of any?

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I said it before and i'll say it again: http://lmgtfy.com/?q=toastmaster+riyadh Seems a quick google search reveals there are 25 Toasmaster clubs in Riyadh :D:D:D:D:D Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
Alliecat

Mobile Phones (yes, again!) by Alliecat

Has anybody bought one of the Chinese Iphones? Do they work well? I went scouting around a bit yesterday and the owner of a kiosk was showing me one. I know it's a knockoff and my concern is that it would die in a month or two, but he offered me ...

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I looked at one for my kid, did not get one in the end as the software was not very good and was very buggy. Also i would be corcerned with the RF radation emmited as discussed previously. Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago

Old topic , new problem!

Try Expatrealty, http://www.expatrealty.com/expat/ They have few small compounds that should meet your needs. Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
ditchdoctor

What is the best Compound for Singles in Riyadh by ditchdoctor

I'm relocating first of next year to work as an expat for 12 months and would appreciate any input regarding westerner friendly housing compounds. Would like to live somewhere fairly reasonably priced and there are other expats from US, Canada and ...

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FB is not banned here, that was Pakistan and its back there now. Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago

Potential job in Riyadh

Hi Anto, good luck with your interview. Just to warn you, for your fiance to live with you out here you would have to be married. Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
Alisan

Riyadh events 2010 by Alisan

Hi everyone, I thought that it's a good idea to start a thread about the events taking place in Riyadh, so all the Riyadh expat community are invited to share upcoming events, & preferably by providing all details. The event that is taking place ...

Nelson17

Most things here start 2 hours after the stated time anyway, most people turn up 2 hous after that :p Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
Alliecat

Dental Care in Riyadh by Alliecat

Okay.. been here since summer and it's time for a cleaning and checkup. My hospitalization doesn't cover dental so it's up to[i] me[/i]but it rather scares me here. Where do all of you go .. who do you recommend? ONLY Riyadh, please.

Nelson17

Avoid Gamma dental clinic, they tried to rip me off. I use Dallah hospital dental dept. Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
srimatt64

How do I call my familiy in India? by srimatt64

I just received a job offer in SAK. Does any one how to call my familiy in India at a low price?

Nelson17

I use skype on my iphone, i have unlimited 3G so its not an issue for me. It costs me from my skype account if i want to dial a landline but its not that much. Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
Nina_01

What Not to do in Saudi by Nina_01

I thought it would be nice to start this thread on what NOT to do in saudi, since there is a lot on what to do and so on. Anyway, my recommendation of the day would be: (For Women) Try not to be overly friendly to a shop employee. Usually they take ...

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Don't drive on the left like I did :D Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
beezer

Halloween Plans by beezer

What's everyone doing, and if you have kids, you takin' them out in your compound or they not doing that? They don't do it at the one I'm at now, but they used to in the one I was in before.

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Trick or treat. smell my feet!! Read More

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15 years ago
jameel137

Visa nightmare!! by jameel137

I was supposed to be in Riyadh on the 16th of September, however I'm still in the UK waiting for my visa. I've now been waiting for over two weeks and haven't heard anything from Saudi or from the agent in the UK. I'm supposed to be working for ...

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My passport is with a consular service in London, who will deal directly with the embassy. This agent is dealing with all the schools visas and he charges £350 a visa - which has already been paid!This part took my agent 2 days in may, you should ... Read More

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15 years ago
jameel137

Visa nightmare!! by jameel137

I was supposed to be in Riyadh on the 16th of September, however I'm still in the UK waiting for my visa. I've now been waiting for over two weeks and haven't heard anything from Saudi or from the agent in the UK. I'm supposed to be working for ...

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I'm saying things will take longer. To understand your position, does the Saudi Embassy already have your passport and is taking its time or are you waiting for the paperwork to submit to the embassy with your passport? Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
jameel137

Visa nightmare!! by jameel137

I was supposed to be in Riyadh on the 16th of September, however I'm still in the UK waiting for my visa. I've now been waiting for over two weeks and haven't heard anything from Saudi or from the agent in the UK. I'm supposed to be working for ...

Nelson17

Guys, this time of year is bad (read more bad than usuall) for visas being issued. The government hold off on issuing them because some people get them to sneak in for Hajj. Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago

Drivers License

Just what we need, another person without a licence driving around? Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
expat.com

How to make friends in Riyadh by expat.com

We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Riyadh :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...

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I have offered the use of my place for parties and although there are many people who complain that there is nothing to do I have not had a full list for my weekend get togethers which is disappointing. I sent a PM to a couple of bloggers a did not ... Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
Malujani

Housing in Riyadh by Malujani

Hi all, I know this is an old topic but is it possible to find a reasonably priced house in a compound? My baby boy is 11 months old and I really want to be in a welcoming community for his sake as well as mine. My husband has had no luck thus ...

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No.....no & No. Do a search on here for compounds and you will find all your answers... Read More

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15 years ago
ola47

medical by ola47

is there any way a hepa b positive can apply for a job in Saudi?

Nelson17

Hepatitis B is an infectious illness caused by hepatitis B virus (HBV) which infects the liver of hominoidae, including humans, and causes an inflammation called hepatitis. Originally known as "serum hepatitis", the disease has caused epidemics in ... Read More

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15 years ago
lucky_me

Motorists warned against attempts to dodge Saher by lucky_me

Motorists warned against attempts to dodge Saher By ARAB NEWS Published: Jul 19, 2010 23:43 Updated: Jul 19, 2010 23:43 RIYADH: Following reports of a huge decrease in the number of traffic violations and road accidents with the introduction of ...

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Perhaps everyone on the road should take a driving test and get a licence? I saw a 10 year old driving a ninja around :cool: Read More

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15 years ago
lucky_me

Motorists warned against attempts to dodge Saher by lucky_me

Motorists warned against attempts to dodge Saher By ARAB NEWS Published: Jul 19, 2010 23:43 Updated: Jul 19, 2010 23:43 RIYADH: Following reports of a huge decrease in the number of traffic violations and road accidents with the introduction of ...

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Nice people using their horns at me when I am legally waiting at a red light for the right turn little light to go green. Read More

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15 years ago
SF15

Arabian Homes or Fal Compound? by SF15

Hey....For those of you who have been to either compound....or have heard reviews...which is better? Ive been getting mixed reviews about both and its really difficult to judge sitting here! Ill be grateful for any advise. Tc, SF

Nelson17

Fal compound is like an Army barracks, it was built to house a large number of workers on a construction project a long time ago and has been taken over as a compound. There is also a larger number of people from the same nationality there making a ... Read More

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15 years ago
jiamanuel

Weekend Things To do by jiamanuel

Can someone give me ideas Pls!!! what else we can do in riyadh during weekend except shopping that my wife and daughter 4 yr old would enjoy???

Nelson17

There is an amusment park on the Kraj (SW ring road), there is funland under faisaliah mall, funland with rollercoaster in the granada mall. you can also go horse riding of ask Salman about the camel camp :) Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
15 years ago
SF15

Arabian Homes or Fal Compound? by SF15

Hey....For those of you who have been to either compound....or have heard reviews...which is better? Ive been getting mixed reviews about both and its really difficult to judge sitting here! Ill be grateful for any advise. Tc, SF

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I would not go to Fal, AH is good. Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
16 years ago

Computer and Internet

You know, unless you can type in Arabic, dont bother buying computers here as they are more expensive and come with arabic letters on the keys. If you want internet then you can get connected by STC or Mobily. You can ask them about that or view ... Read More

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16 years ago
SF15

MUTAWA in a compound you know??? by SF15

As per suggestion....I'm reposting this... Ive heard that Mutawas are allowed to make rounds in some of the compounds or perhaps some compounds are just more strict. This is quite horrifying news for me. I'm asking this because we are still ...

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Mutawas are not police, they have no powers of arrest and cannot force their way onto a compound. That being said if the police get reported to about something dodgy on a compound they will come in, but its rare. Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
16 years ago
Johnny English

Saudi - medical and visa by Johnny English

Hi all, following a formal job offer, The HR dept from the company I am going to work for in Riyadh have advised me I need to have my medical now, prior to visa application but havent advised me of how this process should work. I have found a ...

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I thought we are allowed 30 seconds after the light turns red??? go go go Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
16 years ago
Octavion

Internet Usage in KSA by Octavion

Hello everyone, It looks like I'll be moving to Saudi Arabia in September to teach English. I've done a good amount of research and I think I'm as mentally prepared as I can be, but still very excited and anxious. ;) One question I do have is ...

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I get 7meg speed with Mobily connect Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
16 years ago
SF15

Which of these compounds don't exist? by SF15

Hi....i was 'passeddown' this whole list of names and i have a feeling its old as h*** ...some names dont even google up...can somebody please point out compounds that arenot around anymore? Compound Name Al Hamad*** Al Hamra Al-Jazeera Sharq Al ...

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Green city has been completly booked by a company Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
16 years ago
Octavion

Nightlife in KSA by Octavion

Hello Everyone, Looks like I'll be moving to Jeddah in September to teach English. All the research I've done has shown that there is no nightlife in KSA. However, every so often I find an article about a club/pub (which sells what sounds like ...

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Maybe they drink the petrol and that explains the driving? However I must admit my driving is worse than them Read More

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16 years ago
SF15

Movies and p2p? by SF15

Hi again.... Was reading a blog and someone and mentioned cinema in a compound....I thought movies were not allowed inside the kingdom! Which made me curious and can one use p2p and download torrents? Will they check any hard drive in the cargo ...

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Do some research on the Kingdom Tower, looking like pikachu? Read More

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16 years ago
SF15

Movies and p2p? by SF15

Hi again.... Was reading a blog and someone and mentioned cinema in a compound....I thought movies were not allowed inside the kingdom! Which made me curious and can one use p2p and download torrents? Will they check any hard drive in the cargo ...

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Be sure not to try to bring in any Pokemon as this is banned :) Read More

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16 years ago
Octavion

Nightlife in KSA by Octavion

Hello Everyone, Looks like I'll be moving to Jeddah in September to teach English. All the research I've done has shown that there is no nightlife in KSA. However, every so often I find an article about a club/pub (which sells what sounds like ...

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im sure that any night life in KSA involving moonshine ect will not be posted or admitted to here for the whole world to see? Read More

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16 years ago
SF15

Movies and p2p? by SF15

Hi again.... Was reading a blog and someone and mentioned cinema in a compound....I thought movies were not allowed inside the kingdom! Which made me curious and can one use p2p and download torrents? Will they check any hard drive in the cargo ...

Nelson17

You can watch movies in you own private home and in compounds. you can use p2p and download movies. You will take pot luck in having your laptop searched, best fly over late at night so the customs guy can't be bothered to look. A portable hard ... Read More

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16 years ago
SF15

Hello: New here with the age old accomodation issue by SF15

Hey ppl.... Relocating to your foster city; Riyadh Clueless where life goes from this point. Only info has been available for forums and the 'canadian in riyadh' blog! This is wayyyy unethical for a first time post but desperate situations require ...

Nelson17

Hi, This is where life goes from here: You come to Riyadh, with or without family yet. You will stay in a hotel or sort yourself out some furnished accom 4500 - 7500 sar per month During your time there you will phone the compound managers every ... Read More

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16 years ago
musicman

Gazal-I by musicman

JEDDAH: Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah on Monday unveiled Saudi ArabiaÂ’s first car, which was manufactured by engineers at King Saud University (KSU) in Riyadh. The car is named Ghazal 1. King Abdullah watched pictures of the ...

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I want one ;) http://blog.xnepali.com/first-saudi-car-ghazal-1/ Read More

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16 years ago
eggoide

westerners wearing arabian clothes by eggoide

Hi all, I am moving in Riyadh for few months in July and I wonder if it is common for westerners to wear arabian clothes? I presume it is much more suitable for hot climate and I wouldnt have any problem wearing it and showing my respect to locals. ...

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Business etiquette here dictates that if you are a westerner non Arab in management or sales (customer facing then wear a tie) then you wear a suit. If you are just in the office then it would be as the company dress code. Wearing local dress is ... Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
16 years ago
Qazi

Hello Every 1 by Qazi

ASLAMUALIKUM ( Hello ) all, i hope you guys are fine like me. well i am planing to move Riyadh. I am calculating monthly budget. I got all information from this forum. But Still one thing not mentioned. :) You all will be ...

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man i have even seen WILLS NAVY CUT being sold hereWhere? I want some :) Read More

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16 years ago
hatsoff20

Driving Licence by hatsoff20

I have a Kuwait Driving Licence, once I cancel my visa from here automatically my licence will also be cancelled. I have heard that the licence can be obtained by showing my old licence but the question is that is it possible to obtain a Saudi ...

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Yes, possible if you still have it and it doesn't say "cancelled" lol anyway don't really care about that, you can get one in a couple of days and will cost you around SAR 100...Swapping your licence to a saudi one is a bit more expensive: You ... Read More

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16 years ago
pirlo59

What's a suitable salary for french engineer ? by pirlo59

Hello/Salam to All, I live and work as lean manager in France. I had an interivew with the HR manager and the Manufacturing manager for a subsidiary of french company based in Ryad. The interview went well and the HR told that he will send an ...

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Pirlo, When they say you double or triple your salary they mean you will get more than you currently get but it will be tax free. I actually get in my hand now double that of what I was paid after tax in the UK. I said you should add 50% of your ... Read More

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16 years ago
pirlo59

What's a suitable salary for french engineer ? by pirlo59

Hello/Salam to All, I live and work as lean manager in France. I had an interivew with the HR manager and the Manufacturing manager for a subsidiary of french company based in Ryad. The interview went well and the HR told that he will send an ...

Nelson17

Meaning an engineer with the same qualifications coming from the States will be paid the best salary, then come the Europeans, South Africans, Indians and other Asan {sic} nationalities.Hmmm, I donÂ’t think the part about the Americans and Europeans ... Read More

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16 years ago
Alliecat

Best Mobile Phone Brands & Where To Buy Them by Alliecat

LG is a good brand for appliances in the US, but I see here they also make cell phones. Anybody have any experience with this? I'm going to buy a new phone and I'm not really sure what I want and where to get it. I saw a ton of mobile shops in ...

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Nokia has always made the most robust phones IMO, but robust is boring!! I am now the proud ownwer of an iphone 3gs :) love it Read More

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Nelson17 replied to a thread
16 years ago
Johnny English

Saudi - medical and visa by Johnny English

Hi all, following a formal job offer, The HR dept from the company I am going to work for in Riyadh have advised me I need to have my medical now, prior to visa application but havent advised me of how this process should work. I have found a ...

Nelson17

I used Harley medical medical and visa. Ian Palmer Harley Medical and Visa Services Limited 15 Harley Street LONDON W1G 9QQ Reg No: 6596991 (UK) Tel: +44 (0) 207 636 7333 Fax: +44 (0) 207 636 7373 E-Mail: mail@harleymedvisa.co.uk Web ... Read More

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16 years ago

Studio/small flat/villa share in compound in Riyadh required

Give expat real estate a call on 0502908194, they might have some spaces at the rotunda compound? expatrealty com you can get a 1 bed apartment for around 45k per year. Read More

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16 years ago
Welshguy32

New to Riyadh by Welshguy32

Hi, Im new to Riyadh and want to meet some new people. Can anyone help?

Nelson17

Nelson, What boat are you on in that pic and where? My old man is a sailor, he's got a benneteau (sp) 32ft, Have you been to the sailing club in Bahrain? I'm going to Bahrain in a couple of weeks with some guys from work and I was going to take a ... Read More

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16 years ago
Oz_Sap

Saloon or an SUV? by Oz_Sap

Hi guys, A million dollar question - when living in KSA, would you suggest a Saloon/Sedan or an SUV 4WD?:cool: Some say doesn't really matter and others say it does; I am wondering whether my friends here on this forum could break it down a bit ...

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The driving is crazy here, if you want people to stay away from you get the biggest thing you can :) Read More

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16 years ago
Heady

Greetings from a newcomer by Heady

Dear forum-ers: I am new in Riyadh and wanted to say hello to you. I understand it is a sort of tradition for newcomers to ask for tips and advice about living in SA, but I won't ask for anything. I will try and figure out everything by myself...it ...

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women can't go in the cafe in Tahlia Street? thats rubbish!! cant say I noticed. I will probably notice a lot more when my wife turns up. I remember reading somewhere that having a wife was an enabler here?? Maybee it is the plan of the wifes so ... Read More

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16 years ago
tnj4884

husband and i both have job offers, can we apply at same time by tnj4884

My husband and I both got job offers from a company in saudi. two friends of ours also work for the company and they are going through a lot for the visa...it seems the guy who does the visas for the company is clueless. They are getting the husband ...

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Hmmmmm, Anyone forgetting that if you come over on your husbands visa you will have a big fat "not allowed to work" on your visa. You also run the risk of being offered a smaller package as you would be considered an in country hire? You could ... Read More

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16 years ago
Preoria

Moving to Riyadh - practical questions by Preoria

Hi, I'm a newbie in this forum. I'm moving to SA for a few months, and I've been reading these threads to get info about living in SA, and especially in Riyadh, where I'll be moving to. This has been very helpful (thanks!!), however I haven't ...

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It's true, you are not expected to have an abaya in the airport but its better to have one when you exit the terminal because there will be quite a few taxi drivers trying to but your business. you will not be able to go jogging in public. If you ... Read More

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Welshguy32

New to Riyadh by Welshguy32

Hi, Im new to Riyadh and want to meet some new people. Can anyone help?

Nelson17

Welcome, Where are you staying a the moment? If it is near the Khozama hotel I can meet you for a coffee? Read More

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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 ...

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You guys that are bored of shopping can take me to find somwhere that sells mens shoes.. I must be going to the wrong malls :P Read More

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Help with Infomation Please by Nelson17

Hi Guys, I have looked for information and it all seems to conflict I am due to move to Riyadh from the UK next month and wondered if you could answer some questions for me? Is there any accommodation on compounds or are they really all booked up ...

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OMG I applied for my Iquama yeaterday and got it today!!! There must be something in the water??? Read More

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Time required for visa

I submitted my work visa application in the uk on a Friday and collected it the following Tuesday, so 2 working days. It would depend on what embassy, what visa and if you complete all the forms properly? Read More

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the_dreamer

Good things in Riyadh... by the_dreamer

Riyadh is very conservative city but this is the place where you can save alot of money since no social life.. The main purpose in working here is to save. Just feel the life in other countries during vacation.

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1, Eat less, do more.do wat more...thats more impHaha, I probably need to take my own advice: walk up and down stairs instead of taking lift, walk to places in-place of taking car ( I used to drive to the local co-op shop when I could have walked ... Read More

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Help with Infomation Please by Nelson17

Hi Guys, I have looked for information and it all seems to conflict I am due to move to Riyadh from the UK next month and wondered if you could answer some questions for me? Is there any accommodation on compounds or are they really all booked up ...

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Hey Spitfire, I am in a hotel close to my office for the first month. My family will join me alot later because I have children in the middle of GCSE's in the UK and it would be unfair to pull them out of school at the moment. It;s like this for ... Read More

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16 years ago
the_dreamer

Good things in Riyadh... by the_dreamer

Riyadh is very conservative city but this is the place where you can save alot of money since no social life.. The main purpose in working here is to save. Just feel the life in other countries during vacation.

Nelson17

I may be the one who needs diet food more than anyone here but just cant make up my mind do it....How u guys do it:/Rules for keeping weight off as told to me by a doctor: 1, Eat less, do more. 2, Eat breakfast. 3, Eat salad. 4, Do not eat after ... Read More

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16 years ago
the_dreamer

Good things in Riyadh... by the_dreamer

Riyadh is very conservative city but this is the place where you can save alot of money since no social life.. The main purpose in working here is to save. Just feel the life in other countries during vacation.

Nelson17

No fat, no sugar, no calories, no carbohydrates, no taste. Yum, yum. :lol::lol::lol::lol:Yeah real diet food is like that, this place is like chinese takeaway but called dietworld??? I think it is just cooked with consideration for not overdoing ... Read More

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16 years ago
the_dreamer

Good things in Riyadh... by the_dreamer

Riyadh is very conservative city but this is the place where you can save alot of money since no social life.. The main purpose in working here is to save. Just feel the life in other countries during vacation.

Nelson17

Good things in Riyadh... = Diet World in Al Faisaliah mall... Yumyum.. Read More

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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 ...

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I am interested in joining the club, only been here 2 days and need to find things to do? Read More

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16 years ago
Nelson17

Help with Infomation Please by Nelson17

Hi Guys, I have looked for information and it all seems to conflict I am due to move to Riyadh from the UK next month and wondered if you could answer some questions for me? Is there any accommodation on compounds or are they really all booked up ...

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Thanks for the information and apologies for the late reply. I finally made it to Riyadh, now I need to look for what there is to do other than eating :) Read More

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Help with Infomation Please

Hi Guys, I have looked for information and it all seems to conflict I am due to move to Riyadh from the UK next month and wondered if you could answer some questions for me? Is there any accommodation on compounds or are they really all booked up ... Read More

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