New members of the Saudi Arabia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023

Hello All,

I'm Leo and I'll be moving to Riyadh from London roughly around the 2nd week of October. Looking to find a suitable compound not to far from the city. I Hope to make new friends, socialize and experience the culture and traditions.

@leoelmendez

Hello and welcome on board !

Feel free to open a new thread on the Riyadh forum to seek advice from members.

In regards to accommodation, you will find some tips in the following article : Accommodation in Riyadh

All the best

Bhavna

Hello Everyone,

My name is Kashif. I am from Pakistan. I have recently moved to Jeddah and work as an Engineer in Saudi Electricity Company. I am all new in Jeddah. I hope to socialize and make new friends with the international community that lives in Jeddah through this forum.

Thank you all.

Hello everyone, this is Zubair here from India, I am in Riyadh since 8 months, exploring the city. I work here as an Architect for Saudi Banks. Hope to have a good experience here at expat.com. Thanks for reading.

Welcome @Kashif and @Zubair,

Thank you for your introduction !

We hope that the transition has been smooth and that your relocation has been successful.

Should you have any need for info, feel free to ask or even to create your own thread on the Saudi Arabia forum.

All the best

Bhavna

@Julien

G'Day!

I'm in the embyionic phase - weighing up a few oppertunities and have loads of questions (in addition to the info pack i have been given from recruiter).

i will hunt around on here for the answers.

glad i found this forum.

@Julien  Happy to introduce my self. I'am Manickam Indian nationality residing at Turaif KSA. Working as a HR/ADMIN in Oil/Gas domain company. i am  Happy to join this Group.

Hello newbies,

Welcome to Expat.com

Thank you all for the introduction.

I invite you to check the Living in Saudi Arabia guide for expats and to read carefully all the articles available there.

Once you have done that, if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to start a new thread on the Saudi Arabia forum where you can engage with other forum members.

Furthermore, feel free to begin a new discussion to share your experiences and insights from your expat life so far.

Cheers,

Cheryl

Expat.com team

@Julien

Hi Julien,

I am Abu Zuhair living in Qatar currently and will soon join KSA as Civil Engineer. I had been serving the Construction Industry since 20 Years and  would look forward to extend my expertise in the development of KSA .

I would look forward for your needed guidance from your team.

Thank you

regards

Hi Everyone

I'm Bachir EL Kai from Lebanon. Moved from Promocell UAE (Key Accounts Director) to Promocell KSA (General Manager). I lived in Jeddah for 2 years and Riyadh for 3 months earlier in 2010 but you can say I'm new to Riyadh. Would love to socialize and join Basketball, football (Soccer), Tennis games with other expats. 

Cheers 

Hi Everyone

I'm Bachir EL Kai from Lebanon. Moved from Promocell UAE (Key Accounts Director for 6.5 years) to Promocell KSA (General Manager). I lived in Jeddah for 2 years and Riyadh for 3 months earlier in 2014 but you can say I'm new to Riyadh. Would love to socialize and join Basketball, football (Soccer), Tennis games with others. 

Cheers 

@Julien

I am professional back links pleas replay me

People call me Abdullah and i am working as Procurement & Logistics Manager in Jeddah Saudi Arabia.

@Bhavna thanks but at Moment I will go in Abu Dhabi

Hi,

Everyone, I am Elly, residing in Kenya, an ICT/CPA specialist, looking forward to moving to riyadh,

Seeking for advice,

Elly you welcome to Riyadh. Riyadh is the capital city of Saudi Arabia and now a days the weather is good. Hope you will enjoy your stay in Riyadh. What specific information you need. Please feel free to ask.

Hello everyone, my name is abdullah am looking for a job in riyadh any advice

@Julien

My name is shafiq Muhammad. And I'm form Pakistan. Living saudi arb Riyadh. I have two diploma osha and iosh with three years experience in here saudi arb.

Hello

I am Ibrahim, I am a teacher in Riyadh. Nice to be here.

Hello everyone,

Welcome to all newcomers.

For a good start on the website, please read the Living in Saudi Arabia guide for expats, in particular, the articles pertaining to jobs for those looking for work.

Should you have any questions, feel free to open your own thread on the Saudi Arabia forum to seek advice from members.

Regards

Bhavna

Greetings,

We moved to Saudi Arabia from Canada. I look forward to connecting with you and sharing experiences.

Hi,

I am Mohammad Faizan from India ,Currently working as RF Engineer in Hyderabad and have 5 years of experience.

Hello everyone!

I'm Mario, from Madrid (Spain).

I'll move to Dhahran on january 2024 to work as a nurse at King Fahd Military Medical Complex. I don't know is the Hispanic and international community there and around (Dammam, Al Khobar), but it would be cool to have a circle to socialize with

Regards!

@mariolc_95

Hello and welcome Mario !

hope you'll experience a smooth transition.

Feel free to interact or seek advice from the members of the Saudi Arabia forum.

Regards

Bhavna

Please I need help to relocate to Saudi Arabia with immediate effect. I am young citizen of Nigeria. I love the country and willing to reside there.

Good  morning

My name masdalina

I came from malaysia

I actually ex kfmc staff

The reason i resigned is  my mom sick

That time i do not know what to do

So now i want to work back in saudi

It happened on 1/11/2023,

Kindly advised

Thank you

@mariolc_95 Mario, welcome. My #1 question because you are from Spain: do you play padel? I'll be arriving end of December (from Portugal but I am Dutch).

I am looking to grow my network when I arrive by organizing some games. I'll be based in Dhahran Camp. 

@Julien

I am assistant professor in department of industrial engineering and management in punjab university , lajore Pakistan. Phd in mechatronic engineering. I have good track of high quality publications in my area.

Dear. All

Sir I have done my medical, I want change my job profession in medical report.

My Gamca medical is written as professional welder, please change it to construction worker.

Hello Everyone,

My name is Prem. I recently moved to Saudi as a single. I have 15+ exp in IT industry. Earlier I was in USA Texas for 10 Years. My nationality is India. Very excited to be in the new nation. Thankyou for operating this group and guiding new people landing here.

Warm Regards,

Prem.

@sanprem2k

Welcome on board Prem !

Should you have any questions, feel free to ask !

Regards

Bhavna

Hello everyone,

Some off-topic posts have been removed.

By placing your CV in the dedicated section for Job offers in Saudi Arabia, you increase visibility and make it easier for potential employers to discover your skills and experience.

So, I advise you to create your resume in the mentioned section.

All the best,

Cheryl

Expat.com team

@Julien

Hi,

I am Skyler. I just moved to Jubail a month ago. Nice to meet you all.

Hello Everyone..!!

Im Tausif. currently in Abu Dhabi. Soon thinking to relocate to Riyadh on major assignment.

Would like to connect to like minded people.

Also Im exploring about this move. What are major expenses there? What salary pakage is good pakage, kids education options ( Indian/ IGCSE curriculum), expenses etc.

I heard about tax which is 100 riyal per head per month. whats this tax?

Have lot many questions.. Excuse

Thanks and Regards

@Julien

Hi all,

I recently moved to Yanbu, Saudi Arabia from Pakistan. I speak English and Urdu.

Hello All ! Good day !

I am moving to Al Qhaber around 1st week of Dec. I am based out of India now.

Hoping to have good time with you all !

@Muhammad Arshad 2014

Hi Arshad, how are you doing?

Are you still looking for job seekers? Let me know if you are hiring so we can talk.

Hi Everyone

This is Muhammad Saqib, I'm in Dubai right now working as an SEO Specialist here.

I'll visit Saudia for Umrah Insha'Allah

Hi everybody!

I might have already private messaged some of you, haha! I am just new here, have some free days and I am looking for new people to meet with which I can explore and enjoy Riyadh and Saudi-Arabia, as well as the whole region sorrounding this beautiful country.

Best,