Hi, I currently work as a manager in India I've been offered a Job with an international Bank in Bahrain and am being offered a Salary of BHD1500 + Family Visa + Accomodation + Schooling for kid.
I have a family of 3 (Wife + Kid + Self) and have a moderate lifestyle.
Q1) Is this a good Salary and will I be able to save 50% of it?
Q2) Am i expected to get additional medical insurance or is medical treatment free in Bahrain like Oman
Q3) Are there any provisions to have residence visa for parents above 60 self - sponsored like in Dubai?
Thank you in advance
New job in Bahrain
Bombayite
28 July 2015 14:02:12
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logicalindian
29 July 2015 07:10:40
3105
dear Bombayite,
Q1. If your having a moderate lifestyle and accommodation/schooling is taken care of then you should be able to save.
Q2. Yes, you need a medical insurance if your company is not paying for the same, there is no free medical treatment for expats. (medical is more on a expensive side in Bahrain) - try to negotiate with employer.
Q3. As of now there is no provision for RP for parents only visit visa, but i have heard it may be introduced soon (may be a rumor as well).
Kindly go through the below mentioned links as well to have an idea about cost of living.
https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=231960 : Definitive Guide to Bahrain for New Expats
https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=337348 : cost of living
https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.p … 07#2522261 : cost of living area wise
good luck
T&R
Bombayite
29 July 2015 07:27:15
2
Thank you for your prompt and detailed reply
logicalindian
29 July 2015 07:36:54
3105
your welcome and good luck!
T&R
Ocfemjc
29 July 2015 09:51:11
324
Plenty of other posts on costs of living and saving etc. Read those and you should get an idea
Farhaz
30 July 2015 13:34:06
2081
For elderly parents, you could apply to the authorities and they MAY consider your application.
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