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How do I find a school for my daughter in Abu Dhabi at short notice?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Hello We are soon relocating to Abu Dhabi. We have a child is 2.5 years old. I wanted to ask whether is it too late to apply for nurseries to start in September 2014? All international nurseries saying they are full! I don't want my daughter to miss out on education. Any help will be great and much appreciated.

Does the employer or employee pay the airfare for job offers in Oman?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Oman
Sir, As per Oman labour law for expatiates, who is responsible for air ticket fare (nearest airport) – employee or employer? My company is giving only 140 OMR balance – fare is deducted from salary.

Please help me,

T&R Sangeth.P

Is the JAAABH job offer a scam?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Bahrain
hello Friends..... I m Wasim from India (Delhi) got a job as a sales executive in Jaaabh two months back through boson connect, a singapore reqruitement company, but till the date there is no updation. Nobody giving any updation neither JAAABH nor Boson connect ? I m very stressful, because i have sent all my required documents but still two months gone, no replied . Could someone help me out, Is this job fake or real ? Wasim India Delhi

Is this a good amount of salary for Riyadh? Please help?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia
I'm from USA. I got job offered in Riyadh. Company is paying me total package SR 35000 monthly plus family of 4 ticketing to USA and health insurance. Is this amount good with 2 kids tuition fees, accommodation, and living expense with monthly saving too? Please advise and help?

How to avoid employment scams and foreign teacher job fraud in China?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: China
I was already screwed out of $16,000 by a dishonest job recruiter in China who not only cheated me out 40% of my salary but then she also sold my personal information to an identity thief who bought over $12,000 of stuff on a credit card they took out in my name! So now that I learn a lot about China (the hard and costly way), I want to share these blacklist links with others who are planning to work in China. Good luck and be very careful.

How do I make contacts for starting a business in Nigeria?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Lagos
Hello everyone. I am coming to Nigeria April - July 2014 and could really use some referrals, and resources. I am building a very unique gourmet coffee and tea business there. Would love to meet with locals in Lagos so they can take me under their wing so to speak and show me the ropes! My email is gourmetcoffeetalk@gmail.com or skype is bajalife01 Thank you so very much in advance! Matthew Stewart

What are the requirements for practising psychotherapy in Dubai?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai
Hi, I am a registered accredited psychotherapist from Ireland and my plans are to move to Dubai with my family. My preference is to work with children and adolescents within a school setting - is there such a need for this type of work in the UAE as there is in the UK. Do I need any specific license to practise? Thank you

How do I take my dogs to Abu Dhabi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Hello. My family is moving to Abu Dhabi soon, and we want to bring our 2 dogs with us. Has anybody brought their pets with them to the UAE and can help me with the process? I understand the paperwork portions on both ends but I need help actually finding out how to book them space on air cargo flights. The airlines directly have been no help, Delta wanted to charge me $8,000 to send them Dubai. Any help would be appreciated regarding companies or air lines used for booking that didn't cost an arm and a leg.

Is this a good salary for jobs in Riyadh?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia
I'm from USA. I got job offered in Riyadh. Company is paying me total package SR 35000 monthly plus family of 4 ticketing to USA and health insurance. Is this amount good with 2 kids tuition fees, accommodation, and living expense with monthly saving too? Please advise and help?

How long does it take to get a visa for Qatar?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Doha
Dear all, I have recently been offered a job in Doha. It is a well reputed bank. I have following queries if any one can help me on it: 1. How much time does it take for the visa. 2. Is there any way I can check the status of my visa. 3. What documents are required for the visa. I have submitted my passport copies however I have been asked to submit a list of documents at my convenience in the meanwhile they are saying that they have applied for the visa and awaiting for it? Please note that I am from Pakistan. I am very much looking forward for this job.

Is this a good job offer in Qatar? Is there good food for vegetarians?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
Hi I am from India.BE computer science and MBA in marketing.I have received a package of 5000 QR and they are offering evrything..stay-villa/apartment,mobile,internet,transport.

After getting my driver license they have confirmed That i will get 7500 QR.I m single. Is this offer okay...How much I can save there...? I am vegetarian....will I get Veg food over there and how much it will cost me....Pls share your views...Its really imp for me...Thanks

What challenges to expect moving to Abuja from the UK?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abuja
I am planning to move to Abuja with my family - after reading through the internet worried about health issues as have small children and safety concerns. Any comments? Moreover I am being offered with local medical plan just for myself - what does that mean? What salary can give a respectable living if housing is offered as part of the package in Abuja?

What are the best international schools in Kuala Lumpur?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Kuala Lumpur
Hi there, we're moving to Kuala Lumpur in August and I'm still trying to decide what school my kids (aged 7 and 10) should attend. Are there any other expat parents out there who can offer some advice about international schools in Kuala Lumpur. Ideally I'd like to send my kids to one that follows the British curriculum.

Any reviews of schools of Abu Dhabi?

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

Are there any expat parents out there who have children at any British curriculum schools in Abu Dhabi. We are coming from Australia and it seems that the Australian school doesn't have a good reputation. It would be great to get impartial advice on the schools. Thanks.

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