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How much I can save in HK on a salary of HKD 40000?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Hong Kong

Hi All, I am in talks with a prospective employer in HK and most probably I will get an offer around HKD 40,000 Per month. Though it is not clear at this point of time what other benefits my employer will provide me(like health care benefits etc). I am thinking of negotiating further to see if I can push it to 50K or 55K Per month. Do you see any scope for further negotiating on salary/benefits with my prospective employer beyond 40K per month.

Drink drive conviction from 1975 (37 years ago) when I was aged 17

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Canada
Would I be deem rehabilitated to enter Canada. I have obtained the court report and have applied for a police certificate, to show, that I have never committed a crime since. Would this be enough or do I need something else Any info appreciated

Not including housing/taxes/transport, is $ 17.000 HKD/month enough to live and have fun in HK?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Hong Kong
This is my lifestyle in my home town in Brazil: I'm used to go to restaurants 4-5 times/week, having lunch out everyday, going to nightclubs 2-3 times per week. The rare times I cook at home I mainly cook asian food. Do you think $ 17.000 HKD per month (excluding housing/taxes/transport) would be enough to keep that lifestyle?

Salary of Canadian Family Physician in Bahrain?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Bahrain

What salary would a Canadian qualified family physician (GP) with 5 years of experience expect to earn in Bahrain (or Qatar). I have searched forums but have not found any information on salary for physicians. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks!

Cost of living in Hong Kong - what will my expenses be in Hong Kong?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Hong Kong
I have been recently asked to move to HK by my employer. They are paying me HKD 15000. I will be accompanied by my wife and 2 kids(Not school going) with me. We can get adjusted in 1 BHK Flat. My office is in Po Chun Chambers, Des Voeux Road Central. Could someone please assist me with the total expenses, which I may incur. Also please suggest which place would be suitable to live.

BACK TO SAUDI AFTER EXIT WITH <6 MONTHS STAY IN SAUDI !!!?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia
I am a Doctor i worked in Dammam for 1 month & came on EXIT VISA in march. Now anyway i got my VISA stamped, after 2 times of REJECTION... (RULE I HEARD: LESS THAN 6MONTHS STAY IN SAUDI & EXIT LEEDS TO A WAITING PERIOD OF 2 YEARS TO COME BACK TO SAUDI) I am worried, will there be any problem DURING MY ARRIVAL IN DAMMAM-AIRPORT IMMIGRATION!!?

Where can I make friends in Stockholm?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Sweden
It is easy to meet people and make friends in Stockholm. I've heard the Swedes can be quite private and unfriendly. What's the social scene in Stockholm like? Are there any good clubs and bars in the city? I'm moving to Sweden in a few months and just trying to plan ahead, especially as I'll be moving there on my own and want to get out and about.

I am lookin to understand typical monthly costs in Nairobi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Nairobi
I have received an offer for a Real Estate & Building Operations role in Nairobi, though the position covers locations across Africa. My offer does not include any expat deals so - Furnished Accomodation, Car, Schools ...

Safety in Pretoria - South Africa

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: South Africa
This forum is wonderful for some one like me, net savy for most of the information. I need your sincere help, I am been offered a good job in Pretoria. I am currently based in dubai. And would like to know how safe is pretoria in South Africa to move with family (housewife and 3 years old daughter). My concern are safety, lifestyle and cost of living. Most important being safety as I have heard it is not as safe as Dubai or Singapore.

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