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Hello The news reports in media mention that the air quality in Beijing is a health hazard particularly for the high quantity of PM2.5 in air. I would like to know if there has been an increase of respiratory related illness in children in the expat community. My company is planning to move us to Beijing and I would like to hear first hand experiences. I have 3 children ages 9 , 5 and 3 months. Thanks VG

Can anyone give advice on how to buy/sell 2nd furniture and Household items in Mumbai? Is there an electronic bulletin board? I'm leaving Mumbai at the beginning of April and will have some items to sell. Ron

Hi, im relocating to the Victoria Island and Lekki Peninsula area, any advice for security in this area around phase I, shop-right and four points hotel.

Dear, I am Indian citizen (Indian Passport holder).

I am a Ayurvedic doctor & Yoga teacher with Shiat-su & other therapeutic techniques.

I hve visited Spain for my seminars & training every year last 8 yrs. My organizer can arrange to apply for a work permit.

I need to know- (1) Can I have minimum 8 months work permit from March 2014 , 2015 & till 2020 ?

(2) If I apply for work permit to work as a salaried employee,do I need to pay tax to Spain government from my pocket? If yes, How much as per present law?

What Greater Toronto Area neighborhoods have the most German expats?

Hello Expat Arrival readers! I am Mechanical Engineer and currently residing in Hyderabad, Pakistan.

Right now the most appealing option is Qatar to move. I was searching for jobs on line and I have been selected for the post of Project Engineer but the HR Dept. says we have problem to get Qatari visa because you are Pakistani nationality holders.

I have an experience of an engineering in Pakistan and KSA for 10 years. I do not have any family living in Qatar or friends.

Hi im Dr.Ankita. I am planning to move to Malaysia from India with my hubby and a 2yr 4month kid..I need information regarding his admission...entry age .when can he join the international school.

Are there any hobby or activity clases,groups for mothers n babies near Jalan Ampang..i also need information regarding renting a three bedroom house in the same area..

Hey, guys.

This is Sezar.I’ve just moved to Kuala Lumpur and I am looking for the reliable bottled water supplier for my home. I like to have a hot and cold water dispenser with one of these 5 gallon bottles on top. Does anyone know a good/reliable company?

Hi, I am from Dubai,an Indian passport holder who has an offer from Bangkok as a retail executive with a reputed company and they are offering me 5K USD + medical+tickets every year for me and family.

I have a wife and Kid and would be living in Bangkok central.So is this salary good enough for a person to accomodate all expenses and save around 70K BHT? I want some direction and advice plz. Thanks.

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I am Krishna Basyal. I have been working in Qatar bow for 10 years. I now want to work in Israel - please advise me on how I can get the necessary work permit.

 

Looking for UK Pension scheme to rollover "end of contract" funds in order to reduce taxation liability

How much (from minimum to top price) I'll pay for a house or apartment with 2 rooms? Best Regards, Jose Pessanha

I want to aply to university in Vienna but i have a 5 year old child and i was wondering how is it with the health system and kindergarten schools


Do i need specific documents?

Thanks.

Hi Guys I am a seasoned IT professional having 18+ years of experience, where I have discharged multiple roles from programmer to senior program manager. During my career, I have been to Kunming, China for 14 months working for Healthcare Software product. Since then, it has been my desire to work in China as an expat for 5 to 10 years.

Relocation to a new place is not the easiest feat to accomplish. It might take you awhile to adjust, and you'll spend lot of time comparing your new destination to your previous place. so please suggest me a reliable and responsible mover service in Singapore.

Is it possible to rent a property in London for just one month ? Or should I look for a cheap hotel instead ?

Hi there guys,

I am moving to London and have no idea what a good salary is. What is the average cost of living in London

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Hi guys, does anyone have any advice about hiring a maid in Dubai. We are moving there soon and with two little kids and full time job I know I'm going to be needing help around the house. What is the average salary or pay rate for a maid in the emirate? Would 1,500 AED per month be about right?

Any insights welcome, but please no CVs or phone numbers of potential maids needed here - I'm just looking for insights about the salary range!

My son and I are planning on moving from the Netherlands to Chicago. Does any one know if there are any Dutch International elementary schools in Chicago (besides; British, German, French etc.)? Or anything else that might be helpful regarding a smooth transition to a school in America as an (Dutch) expat?

I will be re-locating to lagos shortly to be with my partner and wil be looking for work. Where is the best place for me to search for jobs? Many thanks

Hi, I have got job offer in lagos in one of the company, they have offered me 2100$ per month. Company will give family accommodation in 2BHK apartment, rest water and electricity bill is I need to take care. Company will give car with driver and fuel. I will shift with my wife and 3 year kid there, education cost and food expense i need to take care. Medical mine is 100% given by company and for family 50% by company. Kindly confirm whether this is good offer? How much I can save? Regards, Vishal

hello i was offered work in bahrain. i signed a contract and was told to come on visit visa until my work visa is approved. i give my passport to someone 2 months ago and i still waiting. i am paid correctly but my visit visa will end soon and i am worried that still i have no work visa. my company then say that i must leave the country for a short time when my visit visa runs out and return to bahrain on a new visit visa. they tell me i just have to wait a bit. should i be worried? how long does a work visa and cpr take? i am worried as i do not want to break the law.

hello, I have an NIE and bought a house two years ago. Now, my wife, kid and I wish to apply for a residency visa in Spain to be able to travel and stay there for more than 3-6 months. When I checked the relevant application according the Spanish Embassy (Official application form for Alien's Identity Card (model EX-17), I find there is a space to NIE number, however, I also read that the NIE number will be issued automatically when the identity card is issued and therefore no need to obtain NIE number for my wife and kids in advance? is this correct?

Hi I want to move over to Canada in the next 12 months. I currently work in the TV industry and would like the same sort of position in Vancouver. Does anyone have any advice for me about how I should go about doing this? I would really appreciate it, im confuse about what I should do first. Thanks

Hi! My husband is currently working in jeddha is a PMT of aramco, is salary is around 13k SR. Now he's looking for a company that can gave him a family status because he wants us to bring in saudi and live w/ him. Can you suggest companies that will surely give him a family status? Hoping for your reply and it would be a great help for us.. Thanks so much!