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African hair salons in Italy

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Italy
Hello where can i have my african hair braided, twisted, or get a weave on.

Am moving to italy in April and will be getting married in may in italy. My biggest worry is finding a salon where i can have my hair taken care of as am relocating.

Any advise on places in around florence , pistoa, pescia , pisa or even in rome will be welcome.

Access to Job application in Qatar if on dependent visa.

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
I am relocating to Qatar in May 2013 on dependent visa and my husband in currently working in Doha. I want to know if I can apply for a job when i am on a dependent visa? Also I have 8 years of work experience in Audit. So could you pls suggest me some good consultants who can help me with my job search. And how is the banking and insurance industry in doha? Regards, Payal

Info on expat salaries in Abu Dhabi?

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

Hi, I have been offered a salary of AED 26,000 with accommodation provided, the rest of the possible expenses will be coming out from my pocket (car, utilities, food, ticket, etc).

I'm a bachelor with no dependent, I don't live a luxury life but I'd like to go out sometimes.

At my current job I'm saving around USD 3000 monthly, do you think I will save more when I move to Abu Dhabi maintaining the same life style? Any comments are appreciated. Thank you.

Questions about visas for Nigeria

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Nigeria

i am in nigeria and am inviting a friend to nigeria..but the nigeria embassy is far away from where my friend live..does she need to mail her document to the embassy for interview or must she go to the embassy for the interview .

Also how many weeks does the embassy gives before the interview date

What is the cost ?

Domestic Help in Beijing?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Beijing
Hello 1) I would like to know the monthly salary of a live in maid in Beijing. We do not need a highly proficient English speaker. We are happy with a maid who can understand and speak little English. 2) What is the monthly salary of a part time cook. Hours of duty will be 3-4 hours per day. 3) What will be the monthly salary of a Car Driver. I have been informed that Expats cannot own cars. So i will have to rent a car.

Health risks from air pollution in Beijing?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Beijing
Hello The news reports in media mention that the air quality in Beijing is a health hazard particularly for the high quantity of PM2.5 in air. I would like to know if there has been an increase of respiratory related illness in children in the expat community. My company is planning to move us to Beijing and I would like to hear first hand experiences. I have 3 children ages 9 , 5 and 3 months. Thanks VG

Work permits and taxes in Spain?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Barcelona
Dear, I am Indian citizen (Indian Passport holder).

I am a Ayurvedic doctor & Yoga teacher with Shiat-su & other therapeutic techniques.

I hve visited Spain for my seminars & training every year last 8 yrs. My organizer can arrange to apply for a work permit.

I need to know- (1) Can I have minimum 8 months work permit from March 2014 , 2015 & till 2020 ?

(2) If I apply for work permit to work as a salaried employee,do I need to pay tax to Spain government from my pocket? If yes, How much as per present law?

Work permits in Qatar for Pakistani citizens

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
Hello Expat Arrival readers! I am Mechanical Engineer and currently residing in Hyderabad, Pakistan.

Right now the most appealing option is Qatar to move. I was searching for jobs on line and I have been selected for the post of Project Engineer but the HR Dept. says we have problem to get Qatari visa because you are Pakistani nationality holders.

I have an experience of an engineering in Pakistan and KSA for 10 years. I do not have any family living in Qatar or friends.

Info needed about international schools in Kuala Lumpur

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Kuala Lumpur

Hi im Dr.Ankita. I am planning to move to Malaysia from India with my hubby and a 2yr 4month kid..I need information regarding his admission...entry age .when can he join the international school.

Are there any hobby or activity clases,groups for mothers n babies near Jalan Ampang..i also need information regarding renting a three bedroom house in the same area..

Reliable water supplier in Kuala Lumpur

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Kuala Lumpur
Hey, guys.

This is Sezar.I’ve just moved to Kuala Lumpur and I am looking for the reliable bottled water supplier for my home. I like to have a hot and cold water dispenser with one of these 5 gallon bottles on top. Does anyone know a good/reliable company?

What is the cost of living in Thailand?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Thailand

Hi, I am from Dubai,an Indian passport holder who has an offer from Bangkok as a retail executive with a reputed company and they are offering me 5K USD + medical+tickets every year for me and family.

I have a wife and Kid and would be living in Bangkok central.So is this salary good enough for a person to accomodate all expenses and save around 70K BHT? I want some direction and advice plz. Thanks.

Looking for a Job in China with a long term commitment

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: China
Hi Guys I am a seasoned IT professional having 18+ years of experience, where I have discharged multiple roles from programmer to senior program manager. During my career, I have been to Kunming, China for 14 months working for Healthcare Software product. Since then, it has been my desire to work in China as an expat for 5 to 10 years.

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