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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?

How long does it take to get a visa for Qatar?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Doha
Dear all, I have recently been offered a job in Doha. It is a well reputed bank. I have following queries if any one can help me on it: 1. How much time does it take for the visa. 2. Is there any way I can check the status of my visa. 3. What documents are required for the visa. I have submitted my passport copies however I have been asked to submit a list of documents at my convenience in the meanwhile they are saying that they have applied for the visa and awaiting for it? Please note that I am from Pakistan. I am very much looking forward for this job.

Is this a good job offer in Qatar? Is there good food for vegetarians?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
Hi I am from India.BE computer science and MBA in marketing.I have received a package of 5000 QR and they are offering evrything..stay-villa/apartment,mobile,internet,transport.

After getting my driver license they have confirmed That i will get 7500 QR.I m single. Is this offer okay...How much I can save there...? I am vegetarian....will I get Veg food over there and how much it will cost me....Pls share your views...Its really imp for me...Thanks

What challenges to expect moving to Abuja from the UK?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abuja
I am planning to move to Abuja with my family - after reading through the internet worried about health issues as have small children and safety concerns. Any comments? Moreover I am being offered with local medical plan just for myself - what does that mean? What salary can give a respectable living if housing is offered as part of the package in Abuja?

What are the best international schools in Kuala Lumpur?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Kuala Lumpur
Hi there, we're moving to Kuala Lumpur in August and I'm still trying to decide what school my kids (aged 7 and 10) should attend. Are there any other expat parents out there who can offer some advice about international schools in Kuala Lumpur. Ideally I'd like to send my kids to one that follows the British curriculum.

Any reviews of schools of Abu Dhabi?

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

Are there any expat parents out there who have children at any British curriculum schools in Abu Dhabi. We are coming from Australia and it seems that the Australian school doesn't have a good reputation. It would be great to get impartial advice on the schools. Thanks.

Accommodation in and around Kilimani?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Nairobi

Hi everyone! I'll be moving to Nairobi at the beginning of May and am looking for a room or apartment in the region of 30-60,000 KES per month in Kilimani .

I'd like to meet people so would be very happy to live in a shared apartment. It would be great to make friends and get to know the city!

Will the fact that I was deported from the UAE effect me getting a visa for Qatar?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
i work bfore in UAE,...and being deported and jailed for 3 months,...im got back last yr aug,...and now im planning to go qatar to seek job and start life again,...my concern are,...do their system at QATAR immigration and labor ministry can saw my records before from UAE? and is it true that i might be jail again in qatar if they found about that matters happened on me there at UAE? PLS,....help, i need some good and trusted thoughts from you,...i dont want to bring my self again,same thing happened there to UAE,....thanks in advance,...ALLAH KAREEM!

How do I find work in Portugal?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: The Algarve
Hi my name is David Kemp,am 35 years old and from the 27th of February I've been living in Maritenda with my wife Lauren,daughter Ellis Rose(3)and my mother in law Gail.

We came to Portugal to rent a bar off a friend of my mother in laws,and after selling our home,car and basically everything,he turned round and said he wants to sell it to us now.After the shock of this,we have been left in limbo,and I was wondering if anyone know of any jobs going so I can get out there and work.

What are the requirement for starting a business in Ghana?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Ghana
Hello, please what are the procedures and requirement for a west african individual coming to Ghana to set up a clothing store. Is a work permit required?Where would be the best place in Accra to set up a fashion store? Rent cost?  thanks

What are the schooling options for Brazilian kids in Cape Town?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Cape Town
I am South African and will be marrying a Brazillian. He will be moving to South Africa in June with his 10year old daughter and she doesn't speak English. What is the best thing to do regarding her schooling? I am unable to find any schools that are able to teach her English and allow her to continue the school year. Do I just let her do English lessons for the rest of the year and then put her in a school next year? We will be working full time. Are there any schools that are able to teach English and take care of her from 8am - 5pm? Is a home tutor / child minder better?

What are my child's schooling options in Guangzhou? Can I commute from Foshan to Guangzhou to save money?

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

I'm moving to China in a few weeks to take up a position in Guangzhou. I've heard that Foshan is cheaper, so I'm considering staying there and commuting in. But will I have to go into Guangzhou for other reasons like shopping? 

Also, my kids and husband will be coming in a few months and I want to start looking at what their options are. Can anyone give me any help on this?

Thanks so much,

Is this a good enough salary to live well on in Hanoi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Hanoi
Hi, I had been offered a job in Hanoi, with 5000 USD/month as my salary; I just wanted to know - What would be the approx. net amount after tax deduction? - Is 5000 USD a good amount for a family of two (myself and my wife) to live a decent lifestyle in Hanoi. Thanks

How do I remove my name from a blacklist in Dubai?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai
I have worked many years in dubai & past six months I am in home country and due to some medical issues with me I didn't go back to dubai & I am in black list & my company make case for reason ( run away) I have informed in the begging that I am stuck here for this particular reason and not positive response from their what I have to do....?

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