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Is it possible to start my own medical practice in Florence?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Florence
Hi, I am planning on moving to Florence and I was wondering if anyone new what I would need to do to start a private practice as a clinician. I am a licensed clinician in the US and can bill insurance companies directly etc. I don't speak fluent italian so I will be looking to cater to English speakers. I have a lot of experience with adolescents and young adults so I thought I could focus on all the students studying abroad. My husband is Italian so I will be working on obtaining my residency, but will not have that immediately. Thanks for any advice!! Heather

How do I change employers in China?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: China
Hi there

I would be grateful if you could provide me with some information in regards to visas and residency permit which I am finding difficult to obtain and understand. I am currently working in China under a Z visa and residency permit and also having a foreign expert certificate.

I want to inquire into what the procedure would be to gain/renew or transfer my employment permit to a new employer when I complete my contract with my current employer. How does this work and what documents will I need?

What kind of activities can my child do over the summer in Indonesia?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Indonesia
I want a place to send my son for the summer that is fun and lets him be outside. I am looking for something that is several days and also lets him practice English. He is 12 years old, does anyone have a suggestion?

How do I adapt to the culture in Libya?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Libya
I got an offer in Libya(Tripoli) company called Mafaza Free Zone Company.Company provided Business visa it already stamped on my passport.How the country we can adapt easily how the culture and safety. Please tell me as I am indian ,it is right to go there and working with company. ChandrasekarMS

Should I move to Oman for this job offer?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Oman
:) Hi, I am Pawan from New Delhi India, I have job offer from Oman with following terms: Industry Real Estate Construction Group: Alkhonji Group, www.aqar-om.com Profile Customer Care Offer Details Basic: 150 HRA: 80 Deducted if company provides bachelor accomodation Telephone: 10 Other: 110 Other: company will provide general medical expenses in company approved clinics Please comment on the above offer and saving which i can make out after meeting out basic expenses, I have non drinking and non smoking habits, pure vegetarian. I donot spend much except basic expenses.

Is this job offer in Oman OK for my family?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Oman
Hi there,

I got a Supply Chain Manager job offer in Oman but I am a little bit worried as never worked in Middle east. All benefits paid including accommodation/ transport etc. but without schooling.is 1150 enough for a couple expecting baby in coming months cheers

Chingu

How do I find a school for my daughter in Abu Dhabi at short notice?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Hello We are soon relocating to Abu Dhabi. We have a child is 2.5 years old. I wanted to ask whether is it too late to apply for nurseries to start in September 2014? All international nurseries saying they are full! I don't want my daughter to miss out on education. Any help will be great and much appreciated.

Does the employer or employee pay the airfare for job offers in Oman?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Oman
Sir, As per Oman labour law for expatiates, who is responsible for air ticket fare (nearest airport) – employee or employer? My company is giving only 140 OMR balance – fare is deducted from salary.

Please help me,

T&R Sangeth.P

Is the JAAABH job offer a scam?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Bahrain
hello Friends..... I m Wasim from India (Delhi) got a job as a sales executive in Jaaabh two months back through boson connect, a singapore reqruitement company, but till the date there is no updation. Nobody giving any updation neither JAAABH nor Boson connect ? I m very stressful, because i have sent all my required documents but still two months gone, no replied . Could someone help me out, Is this job fake or real ? Wasim India Delhi

Is this a good amount of salary for Riyadh? Please help?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia
I'm from USA. I got job offered in Riyadh. Company is paying me total package SR 35000 monthly plus family of 4 ticketing to USA and health insurance. Is this amount good with 2 kids tuition fees, accommodation, and living expense with monthly saving too? Please advise and help?

How to avoid employment scams and foreign teacher job fraud in China?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: China
I was already screwed out of $16,000 by a dishonest job recruiter in China who not only cheated me out 40% of my salary but then she also sold my personal information to an identity thief who bought over $12,000 of stuff on a credit card they took out in my name! So now that I learn a lot about China (the hard and costly way), I want to share these blacklist links with others who are planning to work in China. Good luck and be very careful.

How do I make contacts for starting a business in Nigeria?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Lagos
Hello everyone. I am coming to Nigeria April - July 2014 and could really use some referrals, and resources. I am building a very unique gourmet coffee and tea business there. Would love to meet with locals in Lagos so they can take me under their wing so to speak and show me the ropes! My email is gourmetcoffeetalk@gmail.com or skype is bajalife01 Thank you so very much in advance! Matthew Stewart

What are the requirements for practising psychotherapy in Dubai?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai
Hi, I am a registered accredited psychotherapist from Ireland and my plans are to move to Dubai with my family. My preference is to work with children and adolescents within a school setting - is there such a need for this type of work in the UAE as there is in the UK. Do I need any specific license to practise? Thank you

How do I take my dogs to Abu Dhabi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Hello. My family is moving to Abu Dhabi soon, and we want to bring our 2 dogs with us. Has anybody brought their pets with them to the UAE and can help me with the process? I understand the paperwork portions on both ends but I need help actually finding out how to book them space on air cargo flights. The airlines directly have been no help, Delta wanted to charge me $8,000 to send them Dubai. Any help would be appreciated regarding companies or air lines used for booking that didn't cost an arm and a leg.

Is this a good salary for jobs in Riyadh?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia
I'm from USA. I got job offered in Riyadh. Company is paying me total package SR 35000 monthly plus family of 4 ticketing to USA and health insurance. Is this amount good with 2 kids tuition fees, accommodation, and living expense with monthly saving too? Please advise and help?

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