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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.

I have a job offer in KL. How can I get a work visa for Malaysia for my boyfriend?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Kuala Lumpur
Hello, I will be moving to KL for a job. I would like my boyfriend to come with me. Besides the 3 month visitor permit, any other advice on how he could get a work VISA so he could stay during the time I am there? I would be there for 3 years. Thanks! Wendy

Moving to Geneva with kids. What are the most family-friendly areas? Which schools are the best?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Geneva
Moving to Geneva in July with young children, working in centre near Gare du Cornavin. Know v little about the area. Have found possible places to rent in Annemasse, Bogis-Bossey, Chas sur Leman & Prevessin. Does anyone have any advice on which would be nicest area for children to live in, one with a friendly community? Also how easy it is to commute to centre of Geneva from these areas? Also advice on which may have best state schools for children who don't speak any French, as yet! Any insight would be hugely appreciated. Thank you!

Is this salary enough to survive in Saudi Arabia??

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia

Hi, the salary offered to me is 15000 SAR per month. this includes housing allowance and family allowance and transport allowance...the company is not providing housing facility nor is it giving child education. would a family of 3 (myself, wife and a daughter) be able to survive + save in this salary?? plz note medical expenses would be covered by company. plz suggest, as i have to answer them for accepting the offer. they are not ready to revise the offer. I am from india and post would be of an engineer.

What kind of salary can I earn as IT Network senior manager working in Abu Dhabi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Im a Network engineer with 12 years of experience and already worked 3 years in a large energy project in abu dhabi but as a vendor, I my have the chance to be hired locally to manage part of the network of a very large gas plant in the desert spending 5 day a week living off city. If company is willing to pay rent in the city, how much can I expect/request as monthly salary. I'm single so no family or child expenses Thanks in advance

How do I find long term rental accommodation in Christchurch?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Christchurch
Desperate for some inside tips and helpful ways to try and secure a rental property in Christchurch. Am well aware of trademe. Have registered with a few agents but i think they are so overwhelmed with potential tennants they dont need to be responsive. This is not EQR/insurance covered either. Unfortunately the people needing the property dont always have easy internet access and are getting v discouraged that every open house that's half decent has 20 people lined up competing.

Looking for a good public school in Boston...anyone with recommendations?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Boston, MA
Hi guys, can anyone recommend a good public school in Boston? We're moving there next month and really want to sort out our kids' education before we arrive. We're expats, but would prefer a public school to an international one...

Whose responsibility is it to arrange a work visa for the UAE? What are the repercussions for working illegally?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: United Arab Emirates
My friend started to work on a tourist visa, after 2 weeks she found out that her company did not arranged a working permit and visa, so she resigned, she wants to take things further because she did not received her full salary, will she have any problems because in effect she worked 2 weeks illigal Thanks

Is this package good enough to relocate to China for?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: China
Hi I have received a job offer in SHENYANG. I am in the occupational healthcare (8 years experience after graduation) industry and the job is in the automotive manufacturing industry.

Please tell me if the below offer is good enough to make the move with my wife from South Africa to China, specifically SHENYANG. 30 000 RMB per month with full medical insurance for both and 5 200 RMB per month accommodation incentive?

Thanx

What are the schooling options for Danish children in the UK?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: The United Kingdom
My daughter is just 5 and coming to the age where she would be transferring to a UK school, she will officially be of school age in September 2014 bu not eligible for school in denmark until at least September of next year.

Does anyone know the regulations regarding 2-3 weeks visits back to the Uk every other month where officially she should be in school? I'd rather she went to a child minder for the time in the UK rather than enrol in a school for such a short period

Thanks Steve

How can I find a mid-level finance job in Dubai?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai
Hi, I am really struggling to find a finance related job in Dubai, I am from UK and have 5 years experience in Accounts Payable/ Credit Control reporting and management. I am AAT qualified (which is equivalent to a higher diploma/degree). I would really appreciate if you can give me some useful links and a little bit of advice on how to go about with this. I really want to move in by the end of the year and settle with my partner (who lives in Dubai). Thank you.

What are the best schooling options for my children in New Zealand? Will the struggle to settle in?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Auckland
Hi.. We are a family of 4 planning to make a move to Auckland NZ from India as we have our residency visa . I hold a Civil Engg qualification and certified to live and work in NZ . I want to be part of the rebuild in Auckland or Christchurch . I have a daughter of 11 yrs and son of 5.5 yrs of age who would need enrolment to a school in Auckland . I was keen to ask how is the education system there and for them to adapt to the cultural changes and systems of teaching.

Do I need a car in Johannesburg?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Johannesburg
Everything I read says you need a car to get around in JHB, but does this apply to your own local area too? Such as walking to the local shop/store, or to a neighbour's house or to a cafe or a park. I love to walk with my children and am hoping that I am not stuck in a car for every single journey. Give me some tips about areas which would work for me as a pedestrian

How can I get an accounting job in Hong Kong?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Hong Kong
Hi,
I am a freshly qualified Chartered Accountant recognised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India looking for a job in Hong Kong.I would like to understand where to start in order to get my resume' out there to the right people in the right companies in HK. I was brought up in HK for 8 years, although I hold an Indian passport. I am looking for a job in the Finance sector. Looking forward to a potential blueprint from Expat Arrival members. Thank you.

How do I open a bank account in Norway??

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Norway
Hey! i have been living in Norway for about five years and have been sharing same bank account with my partner,but the account is on his name. is it possible i could open my own account without having a job in Norway course am still studying n the money i get from the community goes into his account.And if so which bank? I have been to DNB and they wrote me a list of documents i got to have which were.(Passport) which i have, Job contract for 6 months) which i dont have..

What is the Cost of Living like 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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