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Does the abaya in Saudia Arabia have to be black?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Eastern Province
Does the abaya in Saudia Arabia have to be black? I am going out to meet my husband in Jubail and have been told I need an abaya, are there any restrictions on colour or weight of fabric (obviously not too flimsy)? I am worried I will get overheated. Also when I arrive do I have to wear one as I enter the country? I am flying to Bahrain and travelling by road so am not sure if I have to be wearing one to get into the country. I would be grateful for help, even though this seems to be a very daft question in the scheme of things.

Working and living in Qatar as single woman

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
Hi, I'm moving to Qatar around summer this year. # years ago, I have already lived in Dubai for 2 years. What is the biggest difference inliving between Doha and Dubai? And second...my biggest worry...is it really only possible to get out of Qatar by plane if I want to go on my own to Dubai or Oman etc? Or what are the possibilities for a woman traveling on her own by car crossing the border of Saudi?

Can I expect to Save Between 60-70% of the Monthly Salary in Abu dhabi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Hi friends, I am considering a job offer with an oil company in Abu Dhabi. The monthly gross salary is 26,840AED (inclusive of utilities and all), my family composition is 6 (2 adults and 4 kids) and an education allowance of 35,000AED per kid (from age 5 to 18yrs). Medical insurance and accomodation will be provided by the company. Considering my very conservative lifestyle, can I expect to save between 60-70% of the monthly salary? Again, is age 5 the minimum school age?... Prince.

Shipping a puppy to the United States from Oslo, Norway.

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Oslo
Good Morning, I would like to know the correct age requirement and cost for shipping a puppy to the United States from Oslo, Norway? Also, how old does a puppy need to be for traveling with a puppy as carry-on baggage? I'm trying to compare these two different travel options to decide which would be a better way of shipping my new puppy from Oslo, Norway to San Antonio, TX (USA) Thanks for any help that you can provide.

Is the weather in Saudi Arabia as bad as everyone says?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia
I'm an engineer considering a job offer in the construction industry in Saudi Arabia, but worried about the weather conditions, especially as I will spend many hours outdoors. Any expats living in Riyadh who can give me some advice about their experience with the heat and dust in Saudi Arabia?

Does any one know much about The British International School Nord Anglia Abu Dhabi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
I am just enquiring does any one know about the British International School Nord Angli Abu Dhabi, do ye have kids going there or know any one going there, yere comments will be appreciated, Im thinking of sending my son (7) there, but would like some feed back thanks, Deecailin

Male Primary Teaching in Abu Dhabi

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Hi, I am a married father of 3 from Ireland who is thinking of relocating to Abu Dhabi with my family. Can you please tell me what the opportunites are like for male primary school teachers. I have registered with two agaencies but they seem to be only interested in female primary teachers. Any help would be appreciated, thank you. Colin

Concerns about Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia
My husband is considering a job offer in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, and I would most likely accompany him. I've heard this region is far more strict in terms of religion and women's rights than in Riyahd and Jeddah. Is this true?

Brand Manager Position offer @ multinational joint venture FMCG business (Jeddah) Saudi Arabia

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia
I have been offered a Brand Manager Position at a multinational joint venture FMCG business (Jeddah) Saudi Arabia. The position is at a middle management level .They offer 7500 SR basic + 2650 Accommodation + car with family status.. How lucrative is the offer? What’s the market rate like around there? I Very much appreciate advice from anyone in the industry / marketing fraternity in SA. I’m presently holding the same position at a world renowned MNC in Sri Lanka

Women drivers in Saudi Arabia

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia
I'm moving to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with my husband. He will be working during the day and I will basically be a house wife. I hvae heard that women are not allowed to drive in Saudi Arabia. Is this true? I'm worried that I will not be able to get around Jeddah independently. What options do I have for transport in Jeddah as a women living in Saudi Arabia?

Is having personal bank accounts from two different banks prohibited in Saudi Arabia?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Eastern Province
I am an expatriate worker here in Saudi Arabia for more than two (2) years now and I wanted to open a personal account to another bank other than the present bank institution where my salary is being forwarded to. One of the requirements is the Salary and Employment Certificate in opening up an account and our company won't issue said certification unless I have a document from my present bank showing the cancellation of my account and our HR also told me that "any employee cannot possess two personal accounts into different bank". Is this true with regards to Saudi Banking Laws?

Brighton College in Abu Dhabi

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Submitted by tompitman on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
We are writing a guide to international schools in Abu Dhabi and will include a review on the Brighton College in Abu Dhabi. The school only opened in September 2011 and so the jury is out. Brighton College plans to enrol 800 students by September 2012. If you are an Abu Dhabi parent with children at the school or have knowledge of the school, please reply and add comments / a review on the school. I attach a snippet of our guide to the school below. Many thanks.

Engineers moving back to Blighty South England

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Australia
I am originally from Birmingham UK and moved out to New Zealand and Australia in 2004 but decided to return back to Blighty but not settle back in the sunny sites of Birmingham and instead settled in the South of England, My family and I find it much more pleasent than the north, we based our selves in the Southampton area, plus it was a good location for the sort of work we do, so if you are looking to move down to Hampshire, Dorset, West Sussex, give me a call on 01983 727012 or Email me on Jon.Surman@baileyfinch.co.uk and I can guide you in the right direction or help you secure a position

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