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Can I move my child from an international to a public school in Malaysia?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Malaysia
I have heard that once my child has attended International School in Malaysia she cannot attend a local school. My personal circumstances may change dramatically in the near future. Is this correct and where can I find out the actual government stance on this? I am a UK expat, living in Malaysia and married to a local. Our daughter has a Malaysian passport.

How to find expat selling real estate in Provence?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: France
My husband and I are looking for a home to purchase in Provence. We found a property online located near Draguignan. The problem is, we have written quite a few emails to the contact agent and we just can't seem to get much information. We asked for more photos, which we got, but they were not of the areas we asked for. None of our questions have been answered. We feel sure it is a communication problem - we don't speak French. How can we find an American expat who is qualified to sell real estate in Provence? Merci.

Visa processing times for Abu Dhabi?

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

Hi all. I have a few question and will welcome any info please...
My husband has recently accepted a job offer for work in Abu Dhabi. The company are currently going through the secuirty checks for him and applying for his residency visa.
Q1.Any idea how long this normally takes? Is there different timescales for different trades? (i.e. would a teacher be processed quicker than a doctor etc, or is it 1st come 1st served?)

What are average living expenses for a couple in Saudi Arabi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia
Hi, I have been offered a job with salary 7000 riyal. We are a family of 2, and company provides accommodation, transport, insurance. What will be the house hold expenses including food, bcos the rest will be provided by company. Considering this how much can I save per month.

Should I move to Malta?

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

I've been an IT specialist for the last 15 years and am thinking of either retiring or moving to a country where I can focus less on work and more on a good lifestyle. I know that Malta is popular with pensioners and has an online gaming industry - if anyone has insights about the country, I'd really appreciate it.

Thanks!

P

How to take a permanent residency in Norway and which jobs are good in Norway?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Norway
Hi everyone. I'm studying Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering in Turkey. But I want to settle to Norway as soon as I finish my education.

Can I find a job easily in Norway? Because Turkey is part of the Bologna Process, my diploma is valid in European countries. Can I get permanent residency easily? Are there any Biomedical Engineering jobs in Norway?

How expensive is life in Manchester?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Manchester
Good evening, I am graduate from Italy, wishing to go back to the UK after studying there for some time. I've been offered a post in Manchester and I would like to know more information about the cost of living in general and what salary I should aim to get to live normally in Manchester. I'm looking for the basic to live in a decent way, and anything above that would be a plus. Thank you in advance

What work visa options are available in Dubai?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai
Please help me out with getting a job in Dubai. My qualification is an MBA in Finance and I have a 2 years experiance as an accountant. I am from India and I do not have any relations in Dubai.

So, where would I stay and how can I find a job in Dubai? Any answers would be appreciated.

Police Case in UAE can go to Saudi arabia

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia
Sir, Pls. 4 years ago I worked in UAE as an accounts n taken some amount of AED35000/- from my company account n left d country for my family use as urgency. I dont know the company has lodge a case in police in UAE. Now I want to Saudi or qatar on visit or Azad (free )visa. If case registered in UAE, Will I be arrested and prosecuted in qatar or saudi arabia. Pls. sir give reply to the answer since i have so many probelms n settle my family problems. Pls. sir

Will it be possible to have money paid into a foreign bank account while in China?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: China
I need to know if a company who has a corporate/company account with the Bank of Communications, do they have the fascility to pay a salary into a foreign bank account? I have found that money gram's and telegraphic transfers are expensive and limited to lesser amounts if you dont want to have to submit a massive amount of paperwork. Surely a large company has the means of paying you in your own countries bank account?

Should we move to Qatar ?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
Hi, My husband is engineer and I am a realtor. We live in Edmonton Alberta in Canada. We have two kids age 13(daughter) and 7 (boy). Originally We are from India and in Canada since 1999. And we are well settled. Now My husband is getting job in Qatar. With same salary as here. And we are confused to move there or not. Pls guide ASAP bcz he has to submit his paperwork soon.

Can you recommend a summer school or camps in Spain for Kids?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Spain
My family is planning a trip to Spain and we want to send the children, elementary school age, to summer school or camp to develop their Spanish. We are ideally looking for a high level public or private elementary school with summer classes in Spanish with local kids. Our children are already fairly proficient in Spanish, and we want them to have the opportunity to learn more while playing with local kids their age. Looking for the months of July and August 2015. Does anyone know of any such school or camp? We are flexible about location in Spain.

Should I accept this job offer in Oman?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Oman
Hello..Greetings from UK.. I have been offered a job in a private firm in Oman for OMR 3600 per month. Accomodation & Schooling for my 2 kids will be provided by my employer. is this a good offer to accept? Any clue what monthly expenses would amount to? thanks in advance.

Visa For Kuwait Criminal Record?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Kuwait

Hi All,

I have been offered a good position in Kuwait but I understand there is a Police Clearance involved, I have not been able to find a definitive answer to this question online so thought I would post.

I was banned from driving for 12 months in the UK in 2006 and this will show in a PCC, will this effect my ability to get a residency visa?

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