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How do I find housing in Buenos Aires? What is the cost of living?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Buenos Aires
Hi...my off add would be Av.Eduardo Madero 900, Where can i get a good and safe accomodation for 2 people ( females).furnished apt. It has to be a safe neighbourhood and travel time should be less and easy by local transport. I would also like to know about cost of living. Do let me know what all is included in furnished apt rent. What are the various taxes which will be applied on expats and what salary should i expect after all taxesandd deductioons. Thanks in advance

How can I get an engineering job in Turkey?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Turkey
Hi, I am a software engineer and i am from India. i wanna work in Turkey for 2-3 years and explore it as well. What is the best way or place to find a job for a foreign national in Turkey for software engineering skills. how much salary can i expect? Thanks!!

Where can I buy tobacco, filters and rolling papers in Jeddah?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Jeddah
Will I be able to buy tobacco, filters and rolling papers in Jeddah? I think I'm allowed to take 500g of tobacco, as duty free, but wondering if I should wait until I get there and buy it in the airport. Can anyone please help?

Can anyone provide some info on using vonage in Abu Dhabi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Does anybody have Vonage for their home phone in Abu Dhabi? If so, does it work well? We are still in the US, moving to Abu Dhabi and can get Vonage while we are here and take it with us when we move. It runs thru the internet connection.

Is Houston a good place for living with kids? What are the schools like?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Houston, TX
hi, i would really appreciate any information on living in or around houston and schooling. i am a british citizen with 3 children 1 16 yr old, 1 4 yr old and 1 1 yr old. im not interested in working in houston, as i work internationally within the oil and gas industry, but as a family we are looking to base ourselves around houston, to give the kids a better a varied upbringing compared to the UK. having been working abroad for the last 22 years, we tried going back to the UK to settle for the kids, especially the 4 year old who would be due to start school next september 2015.

Approximate cost of apartment rental in HCMC and/or Hanoi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Vietnam
Looks like I'll be moving to Vietnam soon. Trying to get an idea on the expense of living, specifically as it relates to accommodations. I prefer a quiet middle to upscale apartment or home in a good neighborhood… Maybe even in a high-rise? Thanks!

What salary to expect in Qatar?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar

Hi Iam aviation professional with MBA (Mktg) and 20+ years of experience. Offered role of Senior Technical Material Planner by an aviation company. Starting with single status, expecting family to move in the next 3-6 months. My Query :- What salary should i quote as to meet my single/family (No Kids) expenses and savings. Would 21,000 QR be decent enough to start with ?

Accommodation near to Central/ Coimbra area

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Portugal
Hi to all readers, I'm visiting the central area around Coimbra from 21st September to the 25th and looking for accommodation if possible. I can help with most DIY jobs if required. (from electrics to welding) I'm house hunting in the region so if you know of any good areas I would be much obliged to hear of them. Thanks Graeme

China Z Visa

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: China
Friends, I would be moving to China on a Z visa to work for my company in Shanghai office. I would be paid my salary in China. However, as part of my work, I would be travelling across the globe for months together, especially Europe and UK region. Is there some constraint that I have to stay minimum duration for a year to sustain my visa in China. Or It is okay if I stay around 4 months and travel for the rest of the year? My salaries and perk would continue in China even during my travel as that would be my home employment location. Rajveer

Work permits for Norway and changing jobs?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Norway
Hi Expert , I am a skilled worker from India , and my current employer has filed a Work Permit for me and it is approved to work in Norway . However due to certain limitation , I want to leave the current employer and find out a good job in Norway itself .

Please let me know what are my prospects , also Is work permit Employer Specific or it is general to work in any organisation in Norway. It would be really very great of you , if you can clear my doubt.

Regards,

Rajat

Employment Visa / Work Permit / Residency process in UAE

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai

I am a bit confused about the rules and regulations regarding work permit and residency and Employment Visa in Dubai and I hope you can clarify some of the issues for me, I would very much appreciate it. I am a German national GP Dentist and I am currently in Dubai on a visit visa. I passed my DHA exam and received my eligibility letter, which entitles me to search for employment and be employed. I found a good job and agreed on the contract, which will be signed in a few days time. My questions now are: - what is the first step, application for residency or for work permit?

Is HKD 20000 a month enough for a family of four?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Hong Kong
Hi there, I have read through the forum and it is very useful. My question is if you think HKD 20 000 / month would be ok for food and fun for a family of four (small kids) if accommodation and daycare has been already taken care of? I am conscious, the amount will not be enough for a splurge, just curious approx how far will take us? Can you please give me an idea? Thank you so much in advance...

Biomedical science relocation to Germany?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Germany
Does anyone have any information on Biomedical Scientist relocations from UK to Germany? Specifically, Haematology and Transufusion and whether if you are UK 'HCPC' State Registered you can work straight away in a German lab, or whether you give to do some sort of German certification also? Any info on Biomedical/Payhology Diagnostic labs in Getmany/Hesse region appreciated.

What is decent salary for a family in Dubai?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: United Arab Emirates
I have been offered a job in Dubai, with the salary of 48K GBP. I would be potentially moving there with my wife and our two small kids. I would be the only breadwinner. Would 48K be enough for decent(average) living - to pay for the rent, car, food, usual expenses? Would it still be possible to save some money? Thanks

Taxes and registration India?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Bengaluru
I am living in India with Business Visa. I don't have any salary India, have I need to pay any taxes? On the other with my business visa if I don't spend more than 180 days without going out of the country I don't need to register in FRO, but I live here, what is the regulations in this matter? Thanks

Can anyone recommend expat compounds close to Medina in Jeddah?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Jeddah
Hi. I am considering a contract in Medinah in Saudi, and if I accept both myself and my wife will be moving to Saudi for between 2 and 5 years depending on the contract. As you are all aware the conditions in most of Saudi seem to be very restrictive for European women, and as such it is very important for us, that my wife is located in a good, friendly and supportive ex-pat community, so that the transition for both of us can work. My wife is a fully qualified Chiropodist although I understand that she will not be able to work in Saudi if she comes with me based upon my contract and visa.

What is the cost of living in Bahrain?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Bahrain
Hi, this is Vikas Agrawal. I am moving to Bahrain in the first week of October. The company is offering me a salary of 1156 BHD.

I am an Indian. My wife will move to Bahrain after three months. We believe in simple living.

1) Is the salary good or not?
2) What will be rent for a two bedroom?
3) How much will I be able to save? 
4) My wife has done a Masters in finance, will she be able to get a job? If she starts as a fresher how much she can earn?

Thank you

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