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Advice on accommodation in Dubai

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai
Hi there. My name is Alistair and I am a fresh architecture graduate who has just moved to the UAE for work. I found a job in Dubai but I am totally clueless when it comes to living and working here. I am on a graduate salary (SO VERY LOW) and I will need to find a room in a flat to rent. Im battling with a number of things. Firstly Im not sure what areas are good for expats (on a budget) TO BE LIVING IN. The area obviously needs to be near a metro. The area I will be working in is called Business Bay.

Moving to Abu Dhabi - Need some advice.

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
I have been accepted a position with ADGAS starting next month. I have never been to Abu Dhabi before and am concrned about a few things. I was told the housing they provide is fully furnished. Does anyone know exactly what that means? Also, Grocery shopping will be important when I first get there as food is kind of important. I don't know if they will help me with that, or if a taxi would be the best bet.

Moving to Hong Kong with my family - is it a good idea?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Hong Kong
Any large families out there done the move from Australia to Hong Kong? I want to know where you'd recommend to live, schools, where to ship furniture or buy. Is it worth up rooting children 9, 6, 3 and nearly 1? Hopefully work will cover most of the move.

Visa processing times for Dubai

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai
Hello I want to know something. I signed an offer letter in Dubai on 21st December 2013.Then I came back to Pakistan as the company sent me back and said they send me the visa but 42 days have passed since I arrived in Pakistan but the company is still saying that I should wait. Can any one tell me how long I should wait? I am very upset.

Can my son join bilingual public schools in Austria?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Vienna
Hello, everybody! I am working in an embassy and got an appointment to Vienna in Austria. I have a son, he is a pupil in the 9th grade and he studies in the American school in Ankara. He knows 3 languages, except German. Could he join public bilingual schools? What does he need for that? I would appreciate any comments and web links to any bilingual schools.

Work visas and residency for Spain?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Barcelona
Hi, I am currently holding temporary resident permit in Estonia (EU) through my spouse. I have been offered a job in Barcelona and they are willing to do the paperwork. My questions is: Will I be able to apply for residency in Spain or I will have to be on working visa all the time? Will I have to leave Spain if that current company will be closed or I can apply for another job while I am there? Thank you very much in advance, Narek

How do I get an apartment in the USA with limited funds and no US address for a credit check?

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

Ok, new here, but I need to ask about my situation. I was born a British citizen but legally moved to the USA as a child. I stayed until I recieved my citizenship and then returned to the UK for personal reasons. I really miss my home country, and I know that I have the right to return, but I have no idea how to go about it. I left before I turned 18, so I have no remaining ties to the country other than my passport. My mother lives in the USA, but it is not desirable to move in with her. I have no credit in the US to apply for an apartment.

Will a child born to a foreign mother in Argentina automatically be given citizenship ?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Argentina
Coming To Argentina as a Tourist,how long is the duration for Argentina tourist Visa? If a foreigner give birth in Argentina on tourist Visa will her child be given citizenship jus soli?

Ways of getting around Sao Paulo?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Sao Paulo

Hi there

Considering teaching in Sao Paulo for a while and will probably be situated close to the city centre. I heard the traffic there is a bit of a nightmare, so I'm not even gonna bother with a car. I know the city has a metro system- how is it?

Thanks in advance!

Geoff S.

Is this a good expat package in China ? Is it worth moving my family to Shanghai for ?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: China
Hi, I am European, married and three children. I have an opportunity to come to Shanghai. Below you can find the package which is offered me. I need your advices. • 30.000RMB monthly net salary • 12.000RMB monthly for Accomodation • 2 trips (air tickets) back home per year for me and my family • International school for my childs • Trasportation. • Phone allowances • Medical insurance The office is in MinHang District. What do you think?

What are the best suburbs of San Jose for an expat family?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: San Jose, CA
Hey,

My husband and I are moving to San Jose. We have two kids so finding the right home is a priority. Please can you recommend a nice, safe suburb of San Jose. Being close to good schools is a priority and safety for our children. My husband will be working in Silicon Valley so he needs to be able to commute everyday as well.

Also from my research I see that property in San Jose seems to be very luxurious and expensive. Are there any places where we can find a slightly older property for a more reasonable price ?

Renting property in Thailand - will I have to pay for damages to furniture if it wasn't my fault ?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Thailand
I live in a furnished apartment in Chiang Mai, Thailand (not the luxury type). Two days ago, I was sitting in front of my laptop on a provided chair (5 steel legs with wheels) while talking to a friend on Skype (PC call). One of the 5 steel legs suddenly bended, the chair fell backward and the backside of my head hit the floor. Next day I talked to the apartment office to replace the damaged chair with a wooden 4-leg steady chair. But they want me to pay for the damaged 5-leg chair. The way I see it:

Income and tax in Nigeria

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Nigeria
Hello, I am from India. I have a job offer from one of the big companies in Nigeria, offering me $70000 gross annually plus furnished family accommodation in Lagos, car with driver, health insurance, child education and mobile allowance. How much will I get in hand after tax - in Nigeria and/India. Is it good enough for good living. How much will my monthly expenses be, or at least in what range.

Thanks

Arjee

Jobs for a trailing spouse in San Jose

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: San Jose, CA
Hi again,

So my husband got a job opportunity in Silicon Valley and we will be moving to San Jose later this year.

I will be moving out there with him, but I don't have any IT skills. I have worked as a teacher and reasearch assistant in the past, will there be any opportunities for me in San Jose ?

Any advice would be appreciated.

Sally

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