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on 15 May 2015
Hi,
I'm planning to move to Johannesburg. I've a few questions in my mind.
1. Apart from Lenasia, Where are the other Indian settlement? I believe it takes around an hour each way to drive from Lenasia to Sandton. I would like to stay near to my workplace which is safe for expats and in general. Any recommended area?
2. Approximate rent of a 2 bedroom apartment (furnished/unfurnished) in the recommended area and its associated utilities bill. I'm looking for an apartment in a safe well secured complex.
3. Cost of comprehensive medical insurance for my wife and myself covering private hospitals
4. Cost of car(hatch back with central locking system) rental.
5. I do not drive here in India but have a valid driving license. So may need to learn driving there and apply for an internal driving license. Any recommended driving school and associated cost.
6. Average salary considering the employer does not pay for medical insurance, car and accommodation?
7. Most importantly security; How bad is it really? xenophobic attacks have made lot of news. Is it affecting the Indian community there?
Any feedback would be appreciated.
Thanks
Anonymous (not verified) on 26 Jun 2015 - 19:17
Hello. There are many areas Indians live in not only Lenasia which is way out of Johannesburg. Morningside is a favourite lovely area very close to Sandton (business hub of Johannesburg).Check out Property24.co.za and PrivateProperty.co.za for approximate prices.Good medical aid (full cover) is around R3000.00 per month each. Cant help with car rental. Google Avis car rentals.Cant help with driving schools. There are many but not expensive. Cant help with salary. Depends on position you have within the company. Security is bad there is no getting away from it but you become very aware of your surroundings and are always on guard. Traffic lights are a security risk, driving late at night (catch a taxi instead). Make sure you live in a secure apartment block or compound. Big Indian community here and all very happy. All interconnected too. It is a lovely life here you just have to be careful.
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