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Are there mother and baby facilities in Hong Kong?

Destination: Hong Kong

My husband, 4 month old baby and I are moving to HK at the end of April for a year. We have been offered an apartment at Jardine's Lookout. Is this a good place for a stay at home mother and baby to live? Are there mother and baby groups there?

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Long-term freelancing in Israel

Destination: Israel

Hello expats! I'm a non-Jewish American man hoping to move to Jerusalem to be a freelance reporter. I'm hoping to stay in the country for 6-12 months, ideally for 12. I would hypothetically be selling stories to U.S. media outlets. Is it possible to do that without a work visa? If I DO have to get a work visa, do I need it to be sponsored by an Israeli company? (Hopefully not!) Any advice you can give is much appreciated. Sincerely, Hunter

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Can I apply for job on Qatar dependent visa?

Destination: Qatar

I am relocating to Qatar in sept 2014 on dependent visa and my husband in currently working in Doha. I want to know if I can apply for a job when i am on a dependent visa? Also I have 2 years of work experience in IT. So could you pls suggest me some good consultants who can help me with my job search. And how is the banking and insurance industry in doha?

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British, divorced.....Illegal??

Destination: South Africa

Dear all, I wanted to ask if anyone has experienced the same problem as myself. I married a South African in Oct 2006, we lived in the UK and had 2 children (both British citizens), we moved to SA in May 2012 and my ex husband divorced me in July 2014. I applied for permanent residency in July 2012 but wasn't issued with my permit until January 2014! It wasn't for some time until after I was divorced that I was made aware that my permit had a stamp on it stating 'should the marital relationship break down within 2 years of the issue of the permit then the permit shall become invalid'.

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Is there a Japanese 'community' of sorts in Florence?

Destination: Florence

Hi there, We are moving to Florence with our two 6 year olds in November, I am Dutch, she is Japanese, I have traveled for the last 25 years all over Asia so I am ok with moving to yet another country. Question is, is there a Japanese community in Firenze? Would love for my wife to have a few Japanese speaking people, not in the least for the kids to stay multi lingual. Another question, where would you recommend to rent a house away from the centre, but not to far from nice restaurants :) ? Your assistance is appreciated. Thanks! JP.

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Are there any international schools in Chihuahua, Mexico?

Destination: Mexico

Hi Expats.I have two children in grade 5 and 3. We are moving to Chihuahua, Mexico in this summer. The most important concern for me is school and safety. Does Anybody know any International school (or Private school) where is teaching subjects in English in Chihuahua? I found only one school named Madison International school in Chihuahua.If any of expats have experience or know about Madison school in the city, can you please give reviews? There is no information about Chihuahua except trip spots. I need any information to live...

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Will designation in resident/Labor card will affect the family status / family joining visa in Oman?

Destination: Oman

Hai , I am working in a pharmaceutical company in oman for the past 3 years. I have applied for my family visa recently and my salary was above 1000 RO. My designation in my Resident /Labor card was Surgical Equipment sales man . Will i get the family status visa in oman?

Which web sites useful do you know where I can find a flat in Madrid city center?

Destination: Spain

I don´t have much time to look for a flat in Madrid from Bern (Switzerland). I will work in Madrid for 1 year or more (I hope). I know idealista.com, fotocasa.es but these web sites seem to be chaotic. I will be very grateful if you know other sources!!!! thank you!!!

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Looking to enter into NGO/ Development/ Education field

Destination: Fiji

Hello! I am currently looking to relocate to the Pacific Islands to support the transition of individuals impacted by climate change. I have a strong educational background, along with well-developed administrative and communication skills. I hope to make the shift in June/ July. Any recommendations on how to enter relative fields in Fiji greatly appreciated!

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How can I make friends in Italy?

Destination: Italy

Hello, I've just read the guide on this site for preparations in moving to Italy, what to do when you're there etc. I moved here 2 and a half years ago with my Italian husband, we had been previously living together in the UK. He's fluent in English so we always speak English. We moved to a part of Italy neither of us knew, with the aim of him developing a new business and me teaching piano/English. 2.5 years on and his business is flourishing, he has done really well and I'm proud of him for it.

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Tax on salary in Dublin?

Destination: Dublin

I am a South African citizen and I have Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK. I have been offered a great career move to Dublin, Ireland.

How much tax would I pay on my salary?

The company still has to get back to me on whether or not they would have to provide me with a work permit based on my South African nationality, or my ILR status.

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US Employment based visas?

Destination: Boston, MA

Hello I got a question concerning the employment/work visa. I'm actively looking for a sponsored job in the US. I've looked on various websites for jobs that are specifically sponsered by employers however I haven't found any job I'm interested in. Therefore I'm thinking about applying for a job I'm not really interested/ which is not suitable for me if it means getting the green card as I really wanna live & work in the US asap on a permanant basis.

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Moving to Accra, Ghana to marry and live

Destination: Ghana

Hello All, I am coming to Ghana on a three month tourist visa. During this time we want to marry and I want to be able to stay in Ghana indefinitely. Does anyone have information on this process?

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Oman - Labour Rules' Advice

Destination: Oman

Hi I was hired by a local here in Oman. After few months the business was down and he had to stop the business. What will happen to the workers until they find a job? How long can they stay in Oman? Can the expat workers stay in the country till the end of the visa time? Do I have to pay when the visa changes? He has not paid salary from few months. Give me advice on the above questions please.

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prescriptions in cyprus

Destination: Cyprus

My husband has a long running illness for which he is prescribed MST we are thinking of moving to cyprus but we are worried he will not be able to obtain MST there We are not expecting them free but wish to be reassured that we can get them,and at what cost. Any advice most welcome Thanks Jane

can my family settle into Malaysia

Destination: Malaysia

Hi I am subrat.I am nepalese and I work in Malaysia.I want to bring my wife and son in here for settlement.what should I do?

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Working pass or visa in Singapore?

Destination: Singapore

It is possible to apply for the working pass, being already in singapore ??

The company who is going to hire me already begin the process but the told me to go as soon as possible and wait there for the respond, this would be a problem to enter singapore ??

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Questions about relocating to Spain?

Destination: Spain

I am looking at relocating to Spain. I originally lived and worked there 17 years ago and have my NIE number.Is that still valid? Do you need to have residency in spain if you want to buy a property there.I hold dual citizenship for Australia and UK but have worked overseas for many years and I would still possibly be working overseas even though I wish to buy a property there.What is the correct way to go about this. Many thanks and much appreciate any advice : )

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Help! Skills Assessment for Secondary School Teacher in Australia?

Destination: Brisbane

Is there anyone out there who is currently applying or has applied for their skills assessment through AITSL. I have a PGCE transcript/credits query. I would like some advice.

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Possibility of moving to Hong Kong

Destination: Hong Kong

Hello, My husband has been offered a job in Hong Kong and we are clueless about the salary structure and living expenses of this new place. Sharing with you basic details of what the job offers.

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How can I go to Abu Dhabi w/out relatives and employer?

Destination: Abu Dhabi

Hello everyone!

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Not a question, but a warning that needs to be addressed concerning Al Khaleej

Destination: Saudi Arabia

Hello everyone, I have seen several posts over the years asking for advice and information about this company. I would like to make it easy by stating that they are without a doubt the WORST company I have ever been in contact with. My credentials are that I worked for them from Oct. 2013 to Dec. 2014. I was placed in Dammam and then a short stint in Khobar. I fulfilled all of the obligations of my contract. Lets just say, that my experience was almost exactly the same across the board for all employees.

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Any advise on selecting private health insurance for use in Portugal. What should I expect to pay as a retiree?

Destination: Portugal

Special schools in Boston area?

Destination: Boston, MA

HI, I'm planning to move my family to Boston area (Westford) in a few months. Our first daugther is 10yo and has autism. What special schools are existing to day care for ushc kind of child ? thanks for your help kr Pierre

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How to get exit visa from sponsor in Saudi Arabia

Destination: Saudi Arabia

Hello sir, I am working in Saudi Arabia currently. I had signed a contract of two years, my contract is finished already .. Now I got a good job offer from another company in Saudi Arabia. When I asked for exit visa from my sponsor he refused to give me exit . My new company sponsor says that he can't give me visa until I get exit from my old sponsor. So please advise me how to get exit visa from my old sponsor to join in the new company..

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