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How do I get my six-grader into a public school in Brussels in the middle of the school year ?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Brussels
I am about to move to Brussels with my two kids, aged 11 and 9. They are both being educated in the French system, and I want to put them into a public school in Brussels. The problem is that we should move in a couple of months and my daughter is in what seems to correspond to the Belgian 6th grade. Meaning that she should take this CEB (or whatever it is called) test and move on to the secondary school as of September. My son is in what corresponds to Belgian 4th grade, so I guess it would be easier for him.

What kind of accommodation is given to Brighton College teachers in Abu Dhabi?

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

Does anyone know please what accommodation we'd expect if my husband gets a teaching job at BC please. We're a family of three with a five year old. Is it likely to be a compound? Would it be fully paid for? Thank you.

How long is the cooling off period before having to accept a job offer in Malaysia

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Malaysia
Hi Experts, I am an expat working in Malaysia under a contract of service (not employment contract) with the duration of 2 years. The company is not an MSC status company.

I would like to know that in the case I need to go back to my country, how long is the cooling off period that is applied to me? I already looked up for this information on the internet, some says 6 months, some says 3 months, some says 1 week, some says 3 days, some even says there is no cooling off period because it was removed several years ago..

What is the cost of living in Qatar like?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
Thanks for answering my last question. I know a lot of people get stars in their eyes about moving to that side of the world, the moment they hear about the big salaries. But I'm a bit more cynical- what are the living costs like in Qatar, especially when compared to a place like Dubai?

Regards,

Dave

How do I bring pets from USA to United Kingdom?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: London
I currently live in North Carolina, USA and I am thinking of relocating to London. However, I have two cats and one dog. I was just wondering how to bring my animals with me because they're pretty much the determining factor. Any up to date advice or information would be very helpful. Thanks!

Looking for a business centre in Jeddah

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Jeddah
Need info on business centres or any other place where you can have a professional and reliable meeting room. I've been searching in the internet and one of the options I found for a meeting room in Jeddah, was regus, said to be the best company in the world, providing these services. If I could get feedback on this company by someone that has used the service or is using it at present.

Can anyone recommend international schools in Kuwait?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Kuwait
Hi all, we're thinking of moving to Kuwait in the new year. My husband has been offered a fantastic opportunity in Kuwait City. I'm just worried about the schooling there as I've heard very mixed reviews about international schools in Kuwait. Can anyone recommend any good international schools there?

Is 2500 USD a good salary in Jakarta?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Jakarta
Net monthly salary (including all allowances) = 2500 USD / 28 Million IDR in Jakarata. As a single expat i will have to manage housing, food, travel, any recreation, salary of any domestic help, driver, car /taxi etc - all from within 2500 USD. No extra allownce etc. Salary will be paid in IDR. What kind of housing and quality of life, car etc can i afford in Jakarta.

Areas in Dublin and recommendations for bank, mobile and internet?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dublin
Hi everyone, My company is sending me to Dublin and I am exiting about it! I am moving to Dublin in december and I have a lot of questions: - Which area is it best to live in? (I am a single woman, and I will be working in north wall) - Is it possible to rent an unfurnished flat/house in Dublin? Everything i look at seems to be furnished? - Which Bank ? Mobile ? Home broadband provider? Thank you very much for your answer. Thanks Anne

How do I get a work visa for Fiji ?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Fiji
Hey,

I travelled to Fiji last year and totally fell in love with the place. At christmas, I am returning but I have plans to stay their more long-term.

Just have some questions regarding work visas. I am struggling to find a job in Fiji at the moment so what I am hoping is that once I arrive I can start networking and interviewing for positions. Then once I've got the job I will just change my tourist visa to a work permit. Does that make sense ?

Anyone got any experience with applying for a visa for Fiji ? Does it take long? 

Looking for accommodation in Abu Dhabi...

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Deciding whether I should accept a job in Abu Dhabi. the salary includes benefits such as medical aid and a transport allowance, but no accommodation allowance. I've heard housing in Abu Dhabi is expensive. How shyold I go about looking for an apartment in Abu Dhabi and what's it likely to cost me?

Rent or buy in Cyprus?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Cyprus
Hi there

Thanks for the responses Xavier. I might actually stay in Cyprus for a year or two. The obvious choice would be to rent, but I was thinking about investing in property with my sister- having a nice house to retire at by the sea wouldn't be the worst thing.

Any thoughts?

JK

Is it safe to use public transport in Nairobi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Kenya
Hi there,

Is there anyone in Nairobi that could help me. I am moving to Nairobi for 3 months to do a volunteer assignment. I am wondering what the best way to get around the city would be. I think it will be too expensive for me to buy a car for myself. What are my other public transport options? Is public transport safe in Nairobi? Its just that I've heard some stories.


How is the public transport in Cyprus?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Cyprus
Hi there

I'm going to be visiting my sister, who recently had an op in Cyprus. I don't want to ask to use her car (I'm weird like that I guess), so I want to know how the public transport in Cyprus is, and whether it would be a good idea to hire a car.

Thank you!

JK

Is it worth coming from India and starting a career with this job offer in Oman?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Oman
I was offered a job as a section sales manager. I'm not sure of the location but it's most probably in Muscat.

However, the salary they are offering seems to be pretty low. It's something like Annual Basic 3360; Incentive 1600; Other Allowance 300; Additional Benefits include: Allowance for Car 2100; Fully Furnished Accomodation 900 Leave ticket to Closest international airport 110; Fulll medical and insurance coverage 100. The total comes to 8470 OMR a year.

Is this a good opportunity?

Needing info on business culture in Kuwait

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Kuwait
Anyone got any insights to share about doing business in Kuwait? Might be moving there soon, but as a woman I'm not sure if I will fit into the business circles there, especally since I will be coming from the States...is it very Arabic or more Westernised? Any particular customs I should be aware of?

What's the healthcare in Cyprus like?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Cyprus
Hi there

I live in Latvia (long story) and my sister who has been living in Cyprus for the last two years has to go in for an eye operation (even longer story). I know it isn't the biggest procedure in the world, but I can't help but be a little worried. How are the hospitals in Cyprus? She's saving to get out of there, but are the public hospitals good enough?

Any advice or comments would be appreciated!

J 

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