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Negotiating a contract for work in Malaysia

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Malaysia
Hi-

I've been offered a job in Kuala Lumpur and I'm wondering what I need to negotiate in my work contract. I plan on bringing my wife and five-year-old son with. I assume my employer will handle the work permit documentation and shoulder any costs that come with, but what about, accommodation, schooling, healthcare, etc...

Is living in Kuala Lumpur safe?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Kuala Lumpur
Just wondering about the standard of safety in Kuala Lumpur. I'm coming from Johannesburg, South Africa so I can't imagine I'd need to prepare for a higher level of crime than what I'm exposed to at the moment, but still, an indication of what precautions I should take would be much appreciated!

How has Christchurch changed since the earthquake?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Christchurch
Hi- I'm thinking of moving to Christchurch, New Zealand with my husband, he's been offered an engineering position as a consequence of the earthquake. In the same vein, I've been trying to find information about living and working in Christchurch, but everything seems to be written before the natural disaster. Can anyone give me an idea of how the city's changed since and what to expect NOW?

What's housing in New Zealand like?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: New Zealand
Hi- I'm moving to New Zealand to finish my master's degree - I'll be moving to Dunedin and was wondering if anyone could give any tips about searching for and securing housing. I've passed that "party 'til you die" stage of life, so no real interest in staying in digs with a posse of frat boys or sorority sisters.

What's there to do in Lagos as an expat?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Nigeria
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I moved to Lagos, Nigeria about six weeks ago and other than watching paint dry there seems to be little to do. I don't have any kids and I don't drink, so please, no recommendations for mum-n-tot pottery days or binge drinking activities. Desperate for some advice, is there anything to do in Lagos as an expat???

419 Nigerian Scam?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Nigeria
I recently received a job offer to be the Retail Manager of a compay called Legatrix in Nigeria. I didn't apply for any jobs with the company and I'm not sure how they got my email. Currently I manage a Gap Store in Garden City, New Jersey. As much as I'd like to see the world, I'm not sure if Nigeria is the best place for me or if this offer is legitimate. I've never heard of Legatrix, but I assume they're some sort of sporting good store - leggins have really taken off over the last few years.

How do I get a work permit for Kyrgyzstan?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Kyrgyzstan

Hi everyone,

I'm planning to do some ESL teaching in Kyrgyzstan.  I've finally learned how to spell it, and am now looking for some information about work permits...

 
Can anyone let me know how these are done?  Do I apply beforehand, or sort it out when I arrive? Also, are there some nationalities who are maybe exempt from needing one?

Any help will be appreciated.

Info on cost of living in Oslo, Norway?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Oslo

Hi- I'm moving to Oslo in the near future with my Norwegian fiance. Initially, he planned to be the working half of the relationship while I brushed up on my Norwegian and got settled, but now all the information I'm reading cites that Oslo is so expensive that it's likely we may need two incomes in order to survive and live well. Can anyone advise on the cost of living in Oslo - is this true?

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