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I want job in South Korea

Destination: South Korea

I am a Nazmun Nahar .I am bangladeshi. And I am a computer engineer. I want to work in south korea. Is there any offer for m and how much money need to go there.

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What's the job market like in Hong Kong?

Destination: Hong Kong

Hi - We am relocating to Hong Kong for work and I was looking to understand job market in Hong Kong to find an opportunity for my wife. She is a qualified chartered accountant from India and I was wondering if you could tell: (a) How difficult will it be for her find job due to language as a barrier in HK. She does speaks fluent English. (b) How open is the job market in Hong Kong (c) Is it just online applications that work or consultants meet and actively engage to assist candidates in finding job. (d) Any other tip for find job. Thanks and Regards Inderdeep

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Changing Employer and effect on Dependent Visa, Malaysia

Destination: Malaysia

I've been working in Malaysia from last year on a work permit and my spouse and children have dependent visa till 2016. I do have a plan to change job in next couple of months after getting release letter and new work permit from second employer. Here I wanted to confirm that the dependent visa of my spouse and children would expire or not if I'll be able to get new work permit smoothly without leaving Malaysia? Thanks for your help!

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Will I need to open a bank account in Greece?

Destination: Greece

Hi again

Thanks for the help on the healthcare question. Athens or Thessaloniki it is. I'll just have to stay away from the protests. I have to admit, I am a bit worried about the financial situation there. Will my money be safe in a bank over there? Or can I keep my account in the UK?

Thanks again

Phil Reece

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Will there be issues for a gay married couple moving to the UAE ?

Destination: Dubai

Hello there. Planning to relocate to Dubai or Abu Dhabi for work. Am I allowed to sponsor my same sex spouse?

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What is the standard of healthcare in Greece?

Destination: Greece

Hi

Thanks again for all the help with finding property in Greece. I guess I have more to think about than I anticipated. Another thing for instance, is the standard of hospitals in Greece. My little one has a congenital heart defect and while it isn't too bad (as far as these things go), having access to a good hospital is a must.

Thanks again guys

Phil Reece

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could i get a job in Munich?

Destination: Munich

I will move to Munich with my wife for a long time as my wife will be located to Munich to work by her company from China. I will be as her relative, life partner move to Munich together, for taking care of the child and her. so i will have not the Job Visa. but when she go to work and the child go to school, i will have free time all day, so is there any possible i can get somthing to do for spending my free time a day? is there any possible to study in Munich?

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Security concerns for expats following the Westgate Mall attacks in Nairobi

Destination: Nairobi

Hi there,

I am planning on spending my gap year in Kenya volunteering at an orphanage. I was really excited about the move and discovering a country I have heard such wonderful things about but following the Westgate Mall attacks at the weekend I am starting to rethink my decision to choose Kenya.

Is Nairobi safe for expats ? Do expats still living in Kenya feel safe or are there always security concerns ? Do you think the situation is going to be worse after these Al Shabaab attacks on Westgate Mall? And are expats the target of these violent attacks?

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Should I buy or rent property in Greece?

Destination: Greece

Hi there

Thanks to Xavier for answering my last question. Culture shock will happen anywhere, I guess. A more realistic concern is property in Greece. I hear it's cheap at the moment, but is there anything else I should consider?

Thanks in advance

Phil Reece

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How hard is it to find a neurologist in Jubail?

Destination: Eastern Province

So I am looking at a move to Jubail, my wife has M.S. and I want to make sure that it will fairly easy to find a neurologist for her in order to maintain her problem under control.

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Income for a role in Abu Dhabi

Destination: Abu Dhabi

I have accepted an offer for a role in Abu Dhabi. Base Salary: 164000 AED per annum Housing allowance: 100000 AED per annum Living Assistance: 1500 AED per month Travel assistance: 1500 AED per month offer includes Medical Education (3 kids upto the age of 18) Annual flight tickets (cash) Relocation allowance 1500 USD My concern is the housing allowance too low? I am going with family (1 child)

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Income tax in Saudi Arabia?

Destination: Saudi Arabia

Hi, I have been working with a Saudi Arabian Firm during AY 10-11 and 11-12 am I liable to income tax in India. If yes, how does the calculation go for a salary of more than 10 Lacs INR p.a. post conversion. However, I had expenses in Saudi Arabia too and the actual money transferred was much less to my Indian Bank Account. Regards, Saagar

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Will I suffer any culture shock in Greece?

Destination: Greece

Call me crazy, but my wife and I are moving to Greece. I was wondering if anyone could tell me whether or not I can expect to suffer any culture shock there. I mean, are the Greeks as friendly as people say? What should I be prepared for?

Would really appreciate any help you guys can give- I know we're taking a big risk.

All the best

Phil Reece

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Is it easy to find well-paid work in Zambia?

Destination: Zambia

I'm thinking of looking for work in Africa. I'm an engineer and I've heard there are lots of opportunities in Zambia for expats. Is this true? What's the working environment like? Is it easy to find well-paid work in Zambia?

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Where is the best area to live in Mumbai?

Destination: Mumbai

Here are the views of some of our contributors on the best areas to live in Mumbai.

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Is it easy meeting people and making friends in Mumbai?

Destination: Mumbai

We have been interviewing expats in Mumbai over the last couple of years and thought it would be useful to combine some of their comments on making friends and meeting people in Mumbai.

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Do EU citizens need work permits to be self-employed in Spain?

Destination: Spain

We have been living in Spain for 7 years and my husband has worked legally all the time, paid contributions etc.

He has now decided to go self employed with a Spanish partner. He has now been told that his work permit expired, though he has never seen it.

When did Spain introduce work permits for EU people? He has been to the police station who told him to bring some documents in and not to worry, the government are changing things all the time. Does anyone know how long this will take to get a work permit?

Thanks in advance.

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Information Needed for moving to Abu Dhabi

Destination: Abu Dhabi

Hello, I have been offered a job by an Indian IT Company for their client in Abu Dhabi (Govt. bank there). I have been offered a package of 16000 dirham per month. I have my wife who is house-wife and would be moving along with me. I am confused as whether this package is sufficient enough for Abu-Dhabi and whether I would be able to save anything with this package as I would require 1 BHK flat, transportation to office and other daily as well as family expenses. About me, I am vegetarian, non smoker and non drinker.

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Are there good international schools in Zambia?

Destination: Zambia

Are there decent schools in Zambia? I'd prefer to send my child to an international school in Zambia which follows the American curriculum. Are there any schools in Zambia like this?

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Good international preschool and school in Hong Kong?

Destination: Hong Kong

Hi, I will be moving with my family to Hong Kong for work soon. I have 2 kids, age 2 and 6.

I am looking for good International Preschool and Primary school for my kids.

Can anyone guide me with good International Schools in Hong Kong. Any location is fine but preferably one with good neighborhood.

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Looking for information on Kerteh in Malaysia

Destination: Malaysia

Actually i am from India, and planning to shift my family to Kerteh, malaysia for join new job in Petronas. i have 5+ yrs old daughter. Can any body help me which location will best in Kerteh for rent house. And which school will best for my daughter?

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What are the best international schools in Abu Dhabi?

Destination: Abu Dhabi

We're moving to Abu Dhabi early next year and I need to find a school for my two children (aged 10 and 13). We're British so ideally I'd like to find a good school that follows the British curriculum. Can anyone recommend good British international schools in Abu Dhabi?

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Is Kenya safe for foreigners now?

Destination: Kenya

Hi there,

My husband and I are looking to take a career break and a great opportunity has come up to do some volunteering in Kenya. While I have heard lots of great things about Kenya, I am worried about political violence flaring up again. How serious is this problem now ? What about crime, will it be a major concern ? Are there any places we should avoid on our travels ?

Regards

Sally

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Advice on moving to Abu Dhabi with a family

Destination: Abu Dhabi

Hi. Graet work you are doing there... Cheers. I just arrived in AbuDhabi with a work visa. I missed this school academic year. My wife and 2 kids are still back home as the school (IGSCE curricula) there started in Aug. I want to be ready for the new term in Jan. & hence should apply for their residency and stuff ASAP. What are the requirements for the wife and the kids (15 and 12 yrs age) to get their passports residency stamped and get all the other related docs/certifs. Does most of school require admission assessment tests?

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What's the healthcare in Zambia like?

Destination: Zambia

I'm considering taking up an engineering position in Zambia, but with a recurring health problem which requires frequent visits to the doctor, I'm a bit worried about whether I'll be able to get decent healthcare in Zambia. I have heard so many different stories about public vs pruvate hospitalsand what I can expect of medical facilities there. Anyone out there who has experienced the Zambian healthcare system who can give me some insights???

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