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How much should expat salary be in Thailand?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Thailand
Hi, I am Indian, working in Automotive company since last 18 years in enginnering function. Recently one of the Global automotive company shown interest in me and offering me global enginnering role based in Thailand and ready to give expat package. I do not have expat package idea and leaving cost as well. Can some one guide me how much I need to demand considering moving my family ..wife and son,13 years old. Thanks, Prashant

Lifestyle/settling in YANBU

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia
Hello, I am moving to saudi arabia - YANBU on a job visa for oil refiney. I would like to know few things. I will be travelling with my wife and kid (2 Yrs Old). 1. i need to purchase things before reaching there. 2. Good places to live in YANBU. Any housing references. 3. Emergency contact no's. 4. Recreational places near by and in city where we can go on weekends. 5. Any precautionary steps and rules enforced there. 6. Any womens club or expats social gathering group contact no's / e-mail. Regards,

Exchanging a U.S. Driver's License for a French Driver's License?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: France
I have dual nationality with France and the U.S. (I have a passport from each country). I am from New York state which is NOT on the list of reciprocity states for getting a French driving licence. My question is does my dual nationality status (since I am a French citizen) give me some special exemption to this rule? ANY HELP on this issue would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Declaring criminal records on a work permit application for Canada

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Canada
I had a DUI but have had my rehabilitation request approved by the Government of Canada. Do I still have to declare the offence on a new work permit application and therefore provide all the additional police checks required, or if it's my only offence, can I now check "No" to that question?

Getting New Zealand superannuation in Thailand?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Thailand
Hi, People tell me that you cannot collect N.Z 'superannuation' in Thailand. It seems that W.I.N.Z and N.Z immigration work together so that when you leave N.Z immigration log you and so do W.I.N.Z and also do the same when you return to N.Z. It seems to me unfair that if you are entitled to 'Super' you should be able to spend it where and when you choose. So if I am entitled to 'Super' and want to retire to Thailand, can I do this and collect 'Super' in Thailand.

Is the salary package offered OK for a job in Norway ?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Norway
Hi all, i had been offered a job as Quantity Surveyor in oil & gas company in Oslo. I have BSc. Civil Engineering & 4 years and half experience in oil & gas QS. They offered me salary package which are: Hourly rate of NOK 360 + 12 % vacation pay + Mob/demob, VISA, pension, insurance and all costs decreed by law covered by PDS(hired HR consultant) Accomodation and home travel not covered. My questions are: 1. Is the package seem OK for single income parent with 3 kids (3,1 yrs and 2 months old)? 2. base on the hourly rate offered, what is the total annually income will be?

What is the per month salary of a senior software Engineer in Moscow?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Russia
What is the per month salary of a senior software Engineer in Moscow? I have an offer from Moscow, Russia to work in an IT firm as a Senior software engineer but I am not able to negotiate salary as I don't have any idea that what will be the minimum expenses for fooding and lodging in Moscow. Can someone please suggest me that what salary can be considered as a good amount in Moscow? Thanks

Can I get a job in Thailand without a degree?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Thailand
I want to teach English abroad, but while I have TEFL certifications and several years' experience, I don't have a university degree. Most countries won't give you a visa without one, but I heard it's possible to get a work permit for Thailand. Is this true?

Questions about expat life in Hong Kong

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Hong Kong

Hi

My wife got an offer through a consulting agency for a goverment visa to work in HK as a staff nurse. They are offering a family, so she can bring a spouse as well. Salary is HKD 21,000.

My question is, is there any visa like that you can get after arriving in Hong Kong through an agency, which will allow you to work.

Also, please can someone clarify how much a staff nurse should earn as a basic salary in Hong Kong ?

Thanks. 

 

Is the cost of living in Johannesburg cheaper than Cape Town?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Johannesburg
Hi guys

I am moving to South Africa for a while to do some charity work and have a choice between moving to Johannesburg or moving to Cape Town. Since I'm not gonna be earning a lot, it would be really helpful to know which one has lower living costs.

I'd appreciate any help I could get.

Thanks,

Sal

General info and cost of living in Abu Dhabi

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

I am from Canada, I plan to accept a job in Abu dhabi and my wife will come with me. Income per month around 20 000AED, housing allowance and medical care ...i want to know if it this possible for my wife to get a job arrived in Abu Dhabi?

Could you please let me know some working agents website for her please?
Could you please let me know some renting estate agent website? 
Please and could you please let me know for hiring a car, price, insurrance? What will cost the general expenses like electricity , phone bills?

Is this a job scam in Qatar ?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
I would like to ask you about a matter.A  few days ago I received via email a contract from " Awsaj Academy" and they send back to me an invitation letter which I will send it back via email also to a bureau of immigration services called " Dalma" . I am asking now it can be a scam ??

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