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Can a single girl survive on 12K in Qatar?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
Hey all. I got a job in Qatar as a translator for 12K a month, a third (4K) of which is housing allowance. Salary is tax free, but is the amount good enough to live comfortably? After looking at the cost of living and other pages here, it seems inevitable that I have to hire a car, and that's at least another 2,500 QAR. Am I wrong to believe the pay is a bit on the lower side?

Newby and Nigeria! Help more than welcomed!

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Lagos
Hi all, I'm a complete newcomer to all this, so please be a little patient if mess anything up!! And any advice is welcome!! Right then, I'm 23 and have been offered a job working in Nigria in Port Harcourt. The working pattern for me will be three months there, and three weeks home. I will be living on my own (where, I haven't been told yet). I haven't signed anything yet. All I'm after at the minute is advice on anything that you could recommend, i.e.

Advice about moving to Belgium?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Belgium
I have fallen in love with a Belgian and we are thinking about marrying next year. I need some advice. The man I am marrying is receiving incapacity benefit and we are unsure how getting married will affect his benefit. I am working in the UK but of course will not have a job when I move and will be looking for one. I am in the process of selling my house so will have some money to start me off. I am interested in retraining, I do have a degree but feel I want to make a fresh start with a new career. Where can I go to get information about the questions I am asking?

Advice on moving to Dublin from Bangalore with family?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dublin
Hello Friends, Its great that I found this forum where i can get help make decision to move to Dublin with family. I am based in BANGALORE (INDIA) and work in an software MNC. I have a 7yr old daughter. The purpose of this discussion thread is to help me understand better the expenses and my options. I have been offered a package of 60,000 Euros which includes 20%bonus which is paid year end. That is 48000 per annum. 1. Would my take home be around 2800?? I did put number 4800 in caluclator below..Are there any other cuts in your take home after this?? Where do most of Indian community stay ?

Moving to vienna from canada but unsure how to go about it

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Vienna
I am from canada my wife is from sweden and my mother is from germany i do not need to apply for residentcy. I am a drywall project manager and my german is begginner but i can have basic conversations so i feel i would pick it up quick. Whats the best way for me to get a job in Vienna? From the internet in canada or by showing up on a whim and prayer? I also have two young children so i have to maintain a certain standard i just have never made a big move like this and am a little lost as to what to do and how to go about doing it. Any info would be a big help thanks!

What's healthcare in Chile like? And what about health insurance?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Chile
Anyone got any experience of the Chile healthcare system? We are moving there in January, but my wife is six month pregnant and she need to find a doctor and hospital as soon as we arrive so that she can make arrangements for the baby. Obviously I'm a bit concerned about the healtchare system there... Is it any good and how does health insurance work in Chile?

Best place to live, Paris or Zurich?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Paris
We are a family of three, there is a possibilities to move to Paris or Zurich, actually we live in Houston, Tx, we are Mexicans and have USpermanent residence. How much our income must be to live very comfortable, My son is 21 years old but he has intellectual disabilities, some people recommend us Zurich because of the taxes and language ( most people like to talk Enlglish) . I know there is no big houses there, but if we can find one in the suburbs, how much it cost ( big I mean three bedrooms and a big kitchen, garden, etc).

Can a person have work visas in Kuwait and Dubai?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai

My husband has just accepted a job offer from Dubai. We are residing in Kuwait at present and will be shifting by January 2013. My husband has a valid work visa of kuwait for a year. Can he keep his Kuwait visa as well as his work visa in dubai? Does he have to cancel his work visa in kuwait and then come to Dubai.

Where should I look for an apartment in Prague?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Czech Republic
Hello friends. I am an American girl moving to Prague to teach English. I was wondering if there were any areas I should look into for finding an apartment. I want to be somewhere close enough to the city centre to get around without a car (I don't need a car, right?) - also if there are any American areas with other people who speak English. But not too expensive. Help??!!

Mozambique - Taxation, Accommodation Cost, Cost of living?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Mozambique
Hi, I am considering moving to mozambique for work in IT sector for an year.I would like to know the below 1. the taxation system/slab in mozambique. 2. Accomodation for furnished /serviced apartments 3. Cost of living Appreciate your help if I need to consider any other vital info --Regards Sarada

Is this Abu Dhabi job offer good?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi

Hello, I ve recently been accepted a new IT position in a company in Abu Dhabi. I'd like to know if the offer that they gave me is good and if i can manage to live and make some savings at the same time. The total offer was for 24500 AED per month. That includes housing allowance also. Also they offer 4 times per year tickets home and 23 holiday days. I would appreciate if you can tell me how much does a studio costs in the city. I will be living alone, with no wife/kids. Thanks and regards.

Best way to find a house in phuket for young family to live short term.

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Thailand
Hi guys, Just wanting to no the best way to find out bout getting a house or room in hotel for a month in phuket in central part of town, we are hoping to move there for long term but want to try it short term first. Any help would be great. We are from australia.

Where to live with young family in NYC?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: New York City, NY
Hi, I am moving to NYC with my wife and new born baby from London early next year. Where is the best area to live? My wife doesn't drive and will be on maternity leave so transport links will be important. I will only be in the office 2/3 days a week and therefore would be happy to commute into town on the train for example to get a bit more family space. Thanks. Neil

Advice on Singapore offshore pension plan?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Singapore

I wanted to ask further opinion on so called offshore pension plans (such as proposed by Royal Skandia, Generali etc...). I read an interesting thread on this topic in those forums but for some reason could not post additional comment. I still have concern with this type of product - I am putting aside the usual concerns and considering it is being monitored by a professional agent therefore money is being invested in proper funds and the client is not looking at closing the plan early.

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