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I am currently looking out for some employment contract details on an URGENT basis with respect to HR for one of my Europe based client who have their set up in Qatar as well. Would be more than glad if you can help me out with below mentioned pointers and their details :

1. Do we need to track Ethnicities, Disabilities, Marital Status, Religions, National IDs (QAT-QID), Driving licenses, Visa IDs as an employer? In case yes under what categories?

2. Is the concept of Permanent, Temporary, Internship contract applicable to Qatar? Any special condition applying?

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So, I'm considering starting a Western bakery when we move to South Korea while my husband works at a university. I was wondering about how easy it is to get around and whether we would need to get a car, not only for business purposes but I was wondering whether it would be worth it for us to get around with in general.

Any insight would be appreciated.

Jenny D.

I have been researching suitable accommodation for my family as my husband has a new job in AD.

We are currently in the UK.

Is it really true that most landlords will ask for a year's rent upfront!? How can most people manage this? I have been given to expect a monthly rental of around £4,000 (UK Sterling) so would need almost £50k to start us off.

Employer will be paying an accommodation allowance but I presume that is paid monthly....what do people do in these situations?

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Hi, We are likely to be moving to AD in the coming months and Al Muroor looks like a good choice of area for us as we have young children and want to be near sports clubs schools etc. We are from the UK. Could anyone give me a ballpark figure to rent a house in this area with 3 bedrooms? My husband is currently negotiating package and a good indication of housing cost will be a great help. with thanks!

I wonder if someone can help me please. My husband is from the UK and I am South African. He came here for the first time in 1984 and got a working visa and then permanent residence. We then went back to the UK in 2001 for 10years and on our return they told him that his permanent residence have fallen away as he was out of the country for more than 3 years. We then applied for spousal permit which he got but its says relative permit and it expires this coming Saturday.

I am a temporary resident here in romania for 5 years. I wanted to know if can i go to Norway to work as a family member of a EU national.

Hello there

I'm going to study at McGill University and will probably need to have a side job, and heck I may end up staying. What are the chances of getting a job in Montreal if I don't speak French?

I know it's a long shot, but thought I'd ask. 

Thank you

Clara

We have recently moved to mozambique from South Afrcia currently renting a house in Matola. Where can I go grocery shopping. I know that there are some south african chains around (Shoprite, Spar) but these are relatively expensive compared to South Africa. Thanks Kiveshb

Hi there we are a family from yorkshire moving to muscat in the summer.

We are coming out at half term to look at schools; we have three daughters aged 5,3 and 18 months. All the schools are over subscribed and the older two are on waiting lists at british school, aba, royal flight and tlc.

There are places at gulf international and muscat international so it's likely we will have to accept one of these places. Tlc may have spaces but I've read some bad reviews.

Moving to Angola soon with my three kids. My wife and I have been researching schools in Angola and there don't seem to be that many international schools in Luanda - certainly seems very few for a destination that has become such a popular expat destination. Anyone got any insights or suggestions for international schools in Angola? We're not too concerned about which curriculum the school follows, as long as it's international and offers a good standard or schooling and facilities.

Namaste! I need the undertaking of my Indian partner for my visa extension at the Foreign Regional Registration Office? What responsibility will my Indian partner have by giving me this undertaking? What obligations does this undertaking inflict upon me?

dear friends; I have been scammed by a so called Society Jumeirah national oil corp. they took all my money for when I realised that it is a scam job it was to late. now I'm dead broke I don't know what to do in order to find a real job. so I need your help.

A recent newspaper article argued that Dubai is becoming the new Essex, or south of Spain. Ignorance of the local culture and traditions. Loud and obnoxious behaviour, plus the D-list celebs on holiday in Dubai these days. Is this view a reality? We'd love to know your views!

I have been hired by a School in Italy to teach English I have started the Italian work Visa process, with application and fee. The Italian Ministry is requesting my itinerary. Since I am waiting to get my visa, I have yet to book a flight. Does anyone know if this is this standard procedure? There is always a chance I could get rejected? Thanks

Hello. I am from Comoros. I am looking for a job in Qatar. What is the quickest way to get a job.

Please help

A

I have just started exploring possibility of retiring in Greece. I would like to come and stay for several months in one of the islands (not Athens). Which island is the least tourists' spoiled yet a pleasure to live on? How do I find a furnished apartment there? Thank you in advance for your help

Just discovered that NZ has a great deal for international students like myself to go there for 3 years and get a PhD. I understand my partner will also be entitled to a visa including a work permit. I have 2 questions: 1. must the visa be reapplied for every year, as I pay for the course 2. If my wife were to fall pregnant while there, would that jeopardise our welcome? I'm from the UK, she from Vietnam (if that makes a difference).

I lived in Yanbu Saudi Arabia alomost 40 years ago and am writing a murder mystery with Yanbu as the setting. Would like to communicate with a current resident to see how the city has changed. 

i am fron india and have got an opportunity to work with a Retail firm in Angola Luanda. Hence wanted to know is it safe to work out there & also how is the culture in Luanda. Also i am paid 1200$ as salary is it ok if iam paid so alongwith free accomodation, Fooding & Transportation. Do i need to ask / enquire for anything else. Please suggest. Thanks in advance.

Hi guys! I hope you can help me out. I want to get a flat in Madrid before arriving there. Does anyone know if there is a way to do it?

I am planning to take up job in Oslo. I want to know if there are schools in Oslo that support inclusive education for children with mild autism spectrum disorder? What is school attitude towards such parents and the child? What should I be ready with to take school admission there and what kind of school fee per annum I need to pay.

Hi there... I have been offered a job in Abu Dhabi for a salary of AED 5000. I understand that it is a fairly low salary as I've been doing quite a bit of research. I am single - the contract is for a year and the only benefit being offered is Healthcare insurance. However, my reasoning is that its a foot in the door and I can always look around for something better once I'm there? Is that a logical way of thinking? Would I be able to live on that salary? I have a degree in Commerce - would it be relatively easier to be able to find a suitable job in my field for next year?

I'm considering a job in Angola's oil industry. I don't speak Portuguese and I've never lived in Africa. Has anyone got any insights into life in Angola, I'm particularly concerned about the business culture and etiquette in Angola. I've been working in abu Dhabifor the last year, so it will probably be a massive culture shock for me to move to Angola. Is the business culture more African or would you classify it as more Western? Conservative or casual? How important is it that I speak Portuguese?

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Thank you Xavier for the advice on culture shock in Norway, it was very useful. I know a bit about the country's healthcare system but if anyone has any advice with regards to that, I'd be very grateful. For instance, how does an expatriate become eligible to receive free healthcare? If I am eligible, will my family be covered?

Thanks in advance,

Belinda