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Can A Woman Travel to KSA Alone on a Business Visa?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia
I have a multiple entry business/visit visa to KSA and my wife, who has obtained a single entry business/visit visa through the same sponsor, will join me later. Can she travel alone and enter the Kingdom or do I have to fly back and accompany her?

Will I be able to use public transport to get around Houston?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Houston, TX
Moving from NY to Houston in a couple of months and I am wondering if anyone can give me an insight into public transport. I am very used to using the subway, buses and taxis to get to work in NYC and I don't own a car here, as it is too much hassle.

Do you think I will need a car when I move to Houston?

Cheers

Smith

Should I take this job offer in Abu Dhabi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
I've been given an offer to move the Abu Dhabi and I need to know if the following package is a good enough one to accept or if I would be struggling to live there on the money offered. Basic Salary: AED 11,050 Housing Allowance: AED 6,667 (Abu Dhabi only) Transport: AED 1,300 Total: AED 19,017 I'm a single guy with no family. Your responses will be greatly appreciated. Thanks mat

What area should I find a home if I move to Oslo with my family?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Oslo
Hi all, Me and my family are moving from Barcelona to Oslo next August´14. I am looking for best places and áreas to live with the family and, of course not very expensive. Could you please let me know best areas in the city, suburbs and/or little villages close to Oslo with good transport connection to the city center?? Many thanks, Belén

What are the best private and international schools in Johannesburg?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: South Africa
Hi everybody

I am moving to Johannesburg with my family, after my husband decided to take a job there. We were over for the World Cup in 2010, so I've seen a bit of Cape Town, but don't know much about Johannesburg. If anyone could let me know how the schools are there, I'd be very grateful. I guess we'd prefer a private or international school- just not sure about which would be better.

Thank you so much!

S

How can I get a B1 visa even though I am unable to prove my Jewish roots?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Israel
My name is Naomi Sieval, i am from Holland and i have been trying to get in contact with the misrad hapnim in Tel Aviv for over a month now. However, every single time people working for the Israeli government are directing me to different departments, which are opposite from each other. Last thursday i went to the israeli embassy in the hague in holland. and they told me that in order for me to get what i need i need to contact the misrad hapnim in person. Unfortunately no one is answering the phone (i tried multiple times with Dutch and Israeli phone numbers on several days).

Are UK pensions that are transferred to NZ taxed?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Christchurch
trying to get confirmation if UK pensions transferred to NZ are NOT taxed. I believe the rule is not for the first 4 years if the person is a 'transitional resident' (which migrants who have not been in the country prior are considered as). My parents have been told both by their bank and the tax people they do have to pay tax at 17%. They are getting confused by it all and are now not sure if that's just tax on the interest or tax on the full amount. Thanks in advance

What kind of companies are willing to hire foreigners and sponsor the work permit in Kuala Lumpur?

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

Hi all, in 2 weeks I will be moving from Europe to Kuala Lumpur to live with my boyfriend who is local. I have been looking for a job on the official channels (online portals, recruitments agencies..) focusing on my role but haven't been so successful, and I have learned and been told that regardless of my competences (Master's degree , 5 languages and 7 years experience) my problem is being a foreigner. I have recently understood that the best alternative is networking and getting directly to companies with specific features that are used to hire foreigners.

What safety issues should I consider when moving to Kenya?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Mombasa
Good evening I will be moving to Kenya soon maybe in the next few months my other half is going due to business commitments,how safe is it for me to start a new life,I have always lived in the UK but excited about the move but with all the unrest and press reports I am a little concerned,the Nyaili is the area we will be looking at any other places that you could suggest many thanks J

What can I do if my degree is not fully recognized in Oman? Is there still a chance I could find a job in my field?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Oman
i am Diploma in Automobile candidate. but now i am in working in civil/structural field. (9 years exp.)

I appiled a job in Oman for civil/structural Autocad detailer. thay are telling we can't get visa for civil detailer for Automobile diploma. 

What can I do if I have the experience but my degree is not being recoginised?


Can I live in Shanghai on a salary of RMB 25,000?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Shanghai
Hi All I have got an offer in China with 25000 rmb (before tax). I am not sure if this is sufficient for living in Shanghai. Please guide how much I should ask. I am Engineering graduate with 4.5 years of exp in electrical engineering. Do let me know the expenses and how much i can save with mid size life style... Plss help

What is life like on compounds in Dhahran? Will I be able to get alcohol?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Eastern Province
Hi, I have been offered a position in the King AbulAziz military hospital and I am told I will be living on the compound with other westerners. Can anyone tell me what the compound is like? Is it possible to get alcohol on the compound? Thank you.

What is the approximate timeline for getting a work visa for Saudi Arabia?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Riyadh
Hi There, I have accepted a Job offer in Riyadh and is Business Development Position in the Life Sciences/Biotechnology field. My employer has applied for my VISA with MOFA in Riyadh and is Saudi based company. Normally what is the lead time for getting the VISA approved? Thanks for all your suggestions and thoughts. Best Wishes Devan

How can I get work as a maid in Turkey? What visa will I need?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Turkey
hi good day to all, i'm from philippines and working in saudi arabia as housemaid for almost 12 yrs now but i'm planning to work in turkey as housemaid i want to know what is the document or requirement do i need to process if i found a turkish employer there actually i have a friend and he ask me to go there i said i need to process my tourist visa to get there but i'm thinking why not work there instead of going as tourist visa thanks for response

Do I need a car to live in San Francisco?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: San Francisco, CA
Hello

I will be moving to San Francisco on a fixed contract for two years. I know by reputation that the city is very hilly and walking long distances won't be fun for someone who isn't very active (like myself).

Is the public transportation system in San Francisco good enough for me not to have to get a car? I would prefer not to have to make such a large investment if I'm only going to be staying in the city for a short time.

Any insights would be appreciated.

Regards,

Dave Chilton


Any opinion about these schools in Brussels?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Brussels
Dear Fellow members, Our 3 yrs old daughter is accepted for 1er maternelle in the following schools: Ecole Bonhoeur in Woluwe, in Scharbeek - Ecole 16, Ecole Paix Dailly and Instutut Institut de l'Annonciation. We need to quickly choose one. Any comments / feedback on those schools? Thank you in advance!

Is there a neighbourhood in Hong Kong with a large Indian community?

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

Hi, I am Venkat from India. We're planning to move to Hong kong soon so i need some information about the place, please help me. 1. where do lot of indians stay in HK? 2.How is rent for houses there and which area will be suitable for indians? 3.I have a daughter who is now 5 years old and I want to put her in a CIPP cambridge curriculum, where r these schools located? What is the fees structure? 4.I'm searching for a job too. I'm from IT background and have 11 years of experience as Oracle Database administrator. Thanks in advance. Venkat.S

What salary should I expect in Qatar?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Doha
Hi - I am an insurance professional. I have been offered a salary of 54000 QR in Doha, of which 42,000 is basic wage, 10000 accommodation allowance and the balance for transport and communication. Apart from this the company will give me 21000 QR for education for each child, I have 4 kids. One month gratuity (Basic wage) after a year and two months bonus - this is the basic wage only. Is this a good salary ? The rent of a suitable villa is 20000 QR a month - to maintain our standard of living.

Is R 12500 is suffice for a single person to live in Grahamstown, South Africa?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: South Africa
HI, I will be moving to Grahamstown for for my post-doctoral research in Rhodes university. Whether R 12500 per month is suffice for a single person to to live in Grahamstown? what type of accommodation will be available? i would like to know more about prices in detail of all living expenses Grahamstown.. Thanks in advance.

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