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Can I take over the counter medicine into qatar?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
can u take over the counter painkillers- eg co codamol into qatar? or are they availibal there?only going on a visit basis but would like to clarify just dont want to run into trouble!if its on prescription does that make a diff?are there any restrictions on what prescription medication u can take in? i take regular mecication for blood pressure?thank you in advance suzzannax

Cost of living and expat taxes in Moscow

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Russia
Hi, What is the current yearly Cost of living standard Moscow and index comparison between Istanbul? What are the tax rates applicable to yearly gross salaries for an expat newly going to start to work in MOscow? Thanks for your kind and quick comments in advance Thanks and kind regards murat

Relocation to Dubai - how much can i save from $800/month salary?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai
I am a Nigerian. I'm applying for a job in Dubai which i have signed a foreign visa agreement and sent to my employer. I want to ask,please can i save enough from the $800 /month salary that they will be paying me. They will provide accommodation and transportation to the work place. And please how is life over there for young guys like me. Help me,its urgent. Thank you

Woman on own in Riyadh - advice?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Riyadh

I will be working in Riyadh for a few weeks in May. On previous trips I was returned to my hotel each afternoon and remained there until collected the next morning, and all day on Friday. I was not allowed to use the pool, sit in area around the pool, eat in the hotel dining room (all meals in my room). As a woman on my own is there anywhere I can go when not working? I'm in my late 50s so not looking for a hectic social life, just something aside from sitting in my hotel room. Thanks

How can i get tac number to withdraw my money from london to my usa account

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I like to withdraw money from my credit union in london but I need to have a tac number. I like to no how to get one and if its free. My account officer in my bank is charging 500 us dollars. Is a tac number free please help.

How can i get tac number to withdraw my money from london to my usa account

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
I like to withdraw money from my credit union in london but I need to have a tac number. I like to no how to get one and if its free. My account officer in my bank is charging 500 us dollars. Is a tac number free please help.

How can i get tac number to withdraw my money from london to my usa account

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
I like to withdraw money from my credit union in london but I need to have a tac number. I like to no how to get one and if its free. My account officer in my bank is charging 500 us dollars. Is a tac number free please help.

How can i get tac number to withdraw my money from london to my usa account

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
I like to withdraw money from my credit union in london but I need to have a tac number. I like to no how to get one and if its free. My account officer in my bank is charging 500 us dollars. Is a tac number free please help.

How can i get tac number to withdraw my money from london to my usa account

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
I like to withdraw money from my credit union in london but I need to have a tac number. I like to no how to get one and if its free. My account officer in my bank is charging 500 us dollars. Is a tac number free please help.

How can i get tac number to withdraw my money from london to my usa account

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
I like to withdraw money from my credit union in london but I need to have a tac number. I like to no how to get one and if its free. My account officer in my bank is charging 500 us dollars. Is a tac number free please help.

Family moving to Cork

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Ireland
I am moving with my family to Cork this autumn, I am transferring from the University of Iceland to the University College of Cork. My children are born in November 1997, June 2007 and February 2010. My concerns are; where do I apply for school/daycare for them ? Are there any agencies that help with that ? Who do I speak to ?

Does the abaya in Saudia Arabia have to be black?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Eastern Province
Does the abaya in Saudia Arabia have to be black? I am going out to meet my husband in Jubail and have been told I need an abaya, are there any restrictions on colour or weight of fabric (obviously not too flimsy)? I am worried I will get overheated. Also when I arrive do I have to wear one as I enter the country? I am flying to Bahrain and travelling by road so am not sure if I have to be wearing one to get into the country. I would be grateful for help, even though this seems to be a very daft question in the scheme of things.

Working and living in Qatar as single woman

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
Hi, I'm moving to Qatar around summer this year. # years ago, I have already lived in Dubai for 2 years. What is the biggest difference inliving between Doha and Dubai? And second...my biggest worry...is it really only possible to get out of Qatar by plane if I want to go on my own to Dubai or Oman etc? Or what are the possibilities for a woman traveling on her own by car crossing the border of Saudi?

Can I expect to Save Between 60-70% of the Monthly Salary in Abu dhabi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Hi friends, I am considering a job offer with an oil company in Abu Dhabi. The monthly gross salary is 26,840AED (inclusive of utilities and all), my family composition is 6 (2 adults and 4 kids) and an education allowance of 35,000AED per kid (from age 5 to 18yrs). Medical insurance and accomodation will be provided by the company. Considering my very conservative lifestyle, can I expect to save between 60-70% of the monthly salary? Again, is age 5 the minimum school age?... Prince.

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