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Overstay in KSA Work Visit Visa - wanted to go back India safely on Exit

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Riyadh

Hello, I am Ikram Ahmed, Indian national, staying in riyadh saudi arabia. I had come on Work visit visa (ziarat amal) to saudi arabia. The company told me to come in this visa and they shall convert it to iqama. Now the work visit visa is expired and its been now 2.5 months overstay. When ask about the company they are always saying wait wait its under process. I wanted to go back to India as soon as possible. I asked them to make final exit but still they are delaying because they check in the jawazat and there is a Fine (garama) on company for overstaying.

Advice on 2019 New Zealand Move?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: New Zealand
G'day! My name is Jason Ring and I would like to reach out to see if there is anyone who can help give me any advice on moving to New Zealand? In short, I am a US service member on active duty and am a single full time parent of a 9 year old son on the autism spectrum. I am set to retire in September of 2018 and am very interested in moving to New Zealand with my son to live, work, and settle down. I'm starting my planning now to get an idea of what to expect and what I need to do in order to build a game plan from the ground up.

How can I contact the destination local expert?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Israel
Hi,
I am going through the same process as Claire Butler, who wrote a very interesting aticle about getting a visa in Israel, as a local expert of this destination on your website I was at the Misrad Hapnim again the morning to try and better understand the list of 17 documents that we are requested to provide. That was not friutful unfortunately and I would like to know more about the whole process with someone who already went through it. Any chance that I can contact her, or maybe send her my email address for her to contact me?
Thanks a lot in advance,

My wife is with me at Oman on Family Joining Visa. How long she can be out of Oman on a single stretch?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Oman
I am an Indian working at Oman for last four years. My wife is with me on Family Joining Visa. As she has to visit India for a long period, how long she can be out of Oman on a single stretch?

Visa options for American Social Worker hoping to move to New Zealand?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: New Zealand
I am 28 years old and I am looking into moving to New Zealand with my boyfriend for at least a year, possibly more. We are flexible and easy-going, and are looking for a new adventure! We particularly like Wellington. I have been working as a social worker in child protection (similar to Children Youth & Families in NZ) for the last four years in the United States. I have my Master's in Social Work degree, and I believe my education would be the equivalent of level 9 in NZ.

How hard is it to obtain an Ireland work visa?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Ireland
Here is my rather atypical situation, I have a Canadian citizen friend who accepted a job offer from Google for a permanent position at their Dublin branch. The offer is for over over 60K+ Euros and it is for an IT/Computing Science related career[so its part of the Critical Skills list if that in any way is relevant].

Is it possible to change my IQAMA once i will reach Saudi Arabia?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia
Hi to all , I have selected as a IT Supervisor ,But the company providing me as a salesman visa ? Is it possible to change my IQAMA once i will reach saudi arabia.And my employer saying that currently we have salesman visa, and for IT Supervisor visa it will take more than six months mean while for urgent purpose we are providing this once you will reach we will change your JOB status on IQAMA.And they are providing me huge salary for my position,Please give me reply asap.Its very urgent for me.And also my certificates are also not attested from Saudi Embassy , I am from India. Thank you

How much should I budget for living costs in Spain as a single guy?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Spain
Hello, this is newbie Steve. This is going to be a bit vague but I am thinking of moving to Spain. I don't mind being away from the big cities, beaches etc. In fact I've priced up property in affordable areas and, after housing costs, for the first five years I'll be left with about 500 euros a month. I'm trying to get an idea of whether that 500 is enough? It's only me and I don't go out much so really I'm asking about the monthly domestic costs of running a house excluding food.

Public English schools in the Netherlands?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: The Netherlands

Hi
i am thinking of moving to Netherlands.
I have son who is in 8th grade.
Wondering if there is a public English schools anywhere in Netherlands with no or little tuition?
if so would you please send name of the schools so i can contact them please.

Thanks

Business registration in Ontario?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Canada

Hi, My colleague recently moved to Canada from UAE as i am going there as his replacement. His wife wants to start a business here.They have no prior experience in starting a business formally. What are the legal complications that we should take care of?.They are starting our business from Ontario. What is this NUANS name search report. Is it absolutely necessary to do it. Should they hire an expert like Ontario Business Central Can anyone here guide us through the registration procedure?

Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Canada?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Canada
Hi, I am from Abu Dhabi. I am currently living in Canada. I want to few medical malpractice lawyers in the Ontario region. I have already found a firm called Sommers & Roth Professional Corporation in Ontario. Is anyone familiar with them? Can anyone recommend me few more good lawyers?

Local schools in Singapore?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Singapore
Hi! We arrive in Singapore on New Year's Day and I'm aware that the local schools begin their new academic year early in January too. We don't have a place yet at any school and just wondered, what is the likelihood of gaining a place at a local school once the term has begun? Many thanks.

How to get the Empadronamiento from another small city in Spain ?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Spain
I'm getting marry to the smallish national . now they telling us to start the civil marriage earliest appointment its in 4 months. i can't wait that long my documents and my visa will be expier. the only way its for me to get Empadronmiento from the another small city in spain. is there anyone knows how to do that or the way to get it fast without living in the place ??

Bringing pets to Kazakhstan?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Kazakhstan
Hi All, Wondering if anyone here is an expat from the US in Kazakhstan with experience bringing pets? There seems to be some slightly conflicting and sort of confusing information about bringing pets in from the US. I understand the US is considered a rabies-controlled country, but as we know, we're definitely not rabies-free. I have seen conflicting information about requirements to import pets as a result. Some say I just need a valid "pet passport" and formal, notarized proof of recent vaccinations (not just for rabies) within a certain time frame.

US citizen with British passport thinking of relocating

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: The United Kingdom
Hi there, We've had another mass shooting here in the US, this time at a facility for the developmentally disabled. I had been thinking for a while now of relocating to the UK with my 8-year-old daughter and I think it's time to start moving forward. I actually am a dual US/UK citizen--anyone out there have any thoughts about the difficulty of relocating? I moved to France for a year in the 90s, but I didn't have kids, was in my 20s--I imagine this time around would be a lot more challenging. Also, does anyone have any thoughts about the job market in the UK?

Letter of Offer of Employment in Abu Dhabi?

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

I have received the offer letter of emplyement from ADOBE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (APETCO)in Hamdan St. Abu Dhabi from Engr. Rami Toderaso.Moreover under term and condition candidate that accept the offer will have to contact the AirWings Express Travel & Tourism llc and shoulder all the expense for the processing, procurement and acquisition of necessary permits clearance papers with the MINISTRY OF INTERIOR and the company will be reimbursing back the expense.

What is the best way to gain employment in Ireland?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Ireland

Hi: I currently live in the states, but have a flight booked to Ireland in March of 2016. I've been applying for jobs since June, and haven't had any luck. I am willing to relocate sooner; hence I've begun my search. Does anyone have any insight on how one gains employment sponsorship? Thank you in Advance!

Tips on moving to UAE?

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

Hi, I am new to this forum. I'm planning to move to abu dhabi next year middle. My company had already made arrangements with armstrong moving to process everything related to moving overseas from Canada. This is my first time . I recently read a blog http://www.armmove.com/en/blog/moving-tips/eight-tips-for-moving-abroad-for-the-first-time/ Is there anything else that i should take care of?.I am also worried about the difference in culture as i am moving with my family?. Please share some tips with me.

Which country is more friendly to open a small business?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Portugal
Hello, nice to write at you all I'm a venezuelan photographer, and I'm planning to move to EUROPE with my partner, he's a British citizen, we don't want to move to UK, instead we want to find a place in Europe where we could start a new life together and open a small photography business. Since he's british he's not having too much inmigration trouble, but as a Venezuelan I might find some. So, what I want to ask you is some advices regarding which country is actually more friendly to register a small company in a partnership.

What is the cost of living in Singapore?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Singapore
Hi I have applied for a job in Singapore which I think there could be a good chance of getting it. I've have a rough estimate of what I would earn each month after tax being $4500 a month. Would I only be able to rent a bedroom to live comfortably or would this cover a one bedroom flat, groceries and fun time? Thanks :)

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