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Good international schools in Sao Paulo?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Sao Paulo

We're moving to Sao Paulo in the summer and I am in the process of organising my kids schooling. We're coming for New York. Can anyone recommend a good international school in Sao Paulo? What's the education system like there in general? Are there any good privtae schools we could also consider?

Visas for Malaysia - No Objections Clauses

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Malaysia
Hi Experts, I am working in Malaysia from more than 1.5 yrs. My contract will expire after I complete my 2 yrs, i.e. in May,2014. My EP visa will expire after 3 days of my contract end date. My client want to absorb me as their own employee now. I would go back to my country after my visa expire naturally(without cancelling EP). I would like to return back after one week on the new EP from the new employer. I would like to know few things here: 1. Is this plan feasible? 2. Do I need to get an NOC from my previous employer before I go from here or no need.

Have I been banned from Dubai? How long does such a ban last?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai
Dear Sir,

I have a question. I worked for a third party payroll company's loan department in Dubai. I joined the company on 22 May 2012 and moved back to India on 26 August 2012 just after three months because of some family problems. I did not inform my senior or company HR until I was in India and am again interested in working in Dubai.

What kind of salary should I expect in Oman?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Oman
Hello I am a British architect/project manager/ business developer negotiating a contract as a project director based in Oman with extensive travel to Europe. I have 20 years experience eight of which in the middle east working and managing multi milion large complex projects. I would appreciate a feedback on salary package I should expect for someone of my experience. Thank you

Age criteria and admission process for kindergarten schools in Hong Kong?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Hong Kong

I am shifting to honkong and have a 3yrs 2month kid . I would like to know the Age criteria for kindergarten as he is going to nursery now in india. Pls help me to know the process as well . Thank you

Working as a locomotive engineer is Saudi Arabia - anyone got any information?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia
I'm considering a position as an locomotive engineer with SAR. Wondering if anyone has the same position and what I could expect in terms of working conditions and what the average remuneration is?

What are the alternative ways of finding a job in Bahrain?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Bahrain
Currently in the UK looking for a new job in Bahrain. I'm in the creative/marketing industry, so looked up and contacted as many creative agencies as I could find. Registered at a bunch of local and international recruitment agencies. But not getting much in the way of responses. Well any. It's been just over a month. I'm a university graduate, with over 7 years experience in my field. Reckon I'll be priced out of any potential jobs by other expats, from say, India? Is there anything anyone could recommend I try?

Advice on accommodation in Dubai

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai
Hi there. My name is Alistair and I am a fresh architecture graduate who has just moved to the UAE for work. I found a job in Dubai but I am totally clueless when it comes to living and working here. I am on a graduate salary (SO VERY LOW) and I will need to find a room in a flat to rent. Im battling with a number of things. Firstly Im not sure what areas are good for expats (on a budget) TO BE LIVING IN. The area obviously needs to be near a metro. The area I will be working in is called Business Bay.

Moving to Abu Dhabi - Need some advice.

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
I have been accepted a position with ADGAS starting next month. I have never been to Abu Dhabi before and am concrned about a few things. I was told the housing they provide is fully furnished. Does anyone know exactly what that means? Also, Grocery shopping will be important when I first get there as food is kind of important. I don't know if they will help me with that, or if a taxi would be the best bet.

Moving to Hong Kong with my family - is it a good idea?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Hong Kong
Any large families out there done the move from Australia to Hong Kong? I want to know where you'd recommend to live, schools, where to ship furniture or buy. Is it worth up rooting children 9, 6, 3 and nearly 1? Hopefully work will cover most of the move.

Visa processing times for Dubai

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai
Hello I want to know something. I signed an offer letter in Dubai on 21st December 2013.Then I came back to Pakistan as the company sent me back and said they send me the visa but 42 days have passed since I arrived in Pakistan but the company is still saying that I should wait. Can any one tell me how long I should wait? I am very upset.

Can my son join bilingual public schools in Austria?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Vienna
Hello, everybody! I am working in an embassy and got an appointment to Vienna in Austria. I have a son, he is a pupil in the 9th grade and he studies in the American school in Ankara. He knows 3 languages, except German. Could he join public bilingual schools? What does he need for that? I would appreciate any comments and web links to any bilingual schools.

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