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Is yellow slip from previous Saudi employer valid?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia

My husband has got an yellow slip from current employer 2 weeks back . Now he Wants to change his company within Saudi . Is that yellow slip valid ? How much days is the validity of yellow slip ? Is it necessary that he shud apply for new yellow slip from new employer .?

Life Partner Visas for South Africa - How long does the process take ?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: South Africa
Hi everyone!

So, me and my partner are both 21 and live in the UK. I am Scottish, while he South African (his parents moved to the UK when he was young). He takes a trip back to Cape Town every 2 years to visit family, and on his most recent trip, I accompanied him. We have decided that it would be a great experience to live and work there for 2 years, and see how we enjoy it! We don't know how we will find it so we are loosely saying 2 years, though it might be more or less than this.

Advice for technology professional relocating from USA to France?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: France
Hello, I'm a Senior Technology Consultant with HP, looking to relocate to France (preferably Southern France). I seem to be having a very difficult time locating technology headhunters to help me with this transition. I have extensive hi-tech experience as a Microsoft infrastructure architect and would like to connect with a headhunter to see of a relocation is possible. Any advice on where American technology professional should look for headhunters in France would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much in advance.

Recommendations for restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Ho Chi Minh City
Hi guys,

Planning on moving to HCMC later this year to work teaching English at a local school. I am really excited, not least because the exotic food they have available.

I am keen to try local food and eat where the locals eat. Can anyone recommend any particular restaurants to me. What are the must-eat local dishes?

Looking forward to hearing your recommendations.

Cheers

Need advice on this job offer and moving to Jeddah

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Jeddah
HI Guys I have got a offer from Al Zamil Heavy Industries, Jeddah, KSA with below details...

I am currently working with Honeywell in pune...

Would like to know, Is the Package mentioned below Good or Bad ?

I am newly married, Is that OK to Take my wife along with me in Jeddah...? --Cost of living in Jeddah?
How much i have to pay for house on rent 1 BHK.. Furnished with at least Fridge, TV, Washing Machine, Bed, Gas, Stove, AC.... ?

Is the Jeddah city safe for Indians? Can i find any North Indian Friend in jeddah...?

Visas for the UK - Can disability be an exemption for the fiance visa ?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: London
I'm looking to move to the England from Canada under a Fiance Visa, but my Fiance who is a British Citizen is unable to work for a year or so and it says the sponsor needs to be earning 18600 a year.

This is impossible for her as she needs physiotherapy sessions a few times a week which would get in the way of working, and she needs to apply for Disability Living Allowance which doesn't provide that amount of money.

And even when she is able to work, it wont be full time or in a high powered job.

Living in Brazil - Indaiatuba?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Brazil
Hello! Does anyone have experience living in Indaiatuba? I may be offered work there, but am wondering how life might feel for a young single expat (used to living in some of the largest metropolises) Is it a common thing for people to commute to and from Sao Paulo? Are there enough fun places at easy-to-drive distance to visit at least on weekends? Thank you for your advice!

Social benefits for Polish expats in Germany

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Germany
Hi everyone, I was born in Poland and lived in South Africa from the age of 3. I recently emigrated to Germany. Can I in any way claim any benefits from Germany while I am looking for a job here in Germany? I am new here so I would just like to know what I am entitled to as a Polish person in Germany. Thanks

Advice needed on Visas for the UK

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: London
I'm a Citizen of Canada and looking to move to England. My partner is a British Citizen, and we plan on getting married at the end of 2013 or within the next few years.

I'd live to move to England on a work visa for the 2/3 years I need to live in England before I can apply for a duel Citizenship. I don't know what type of work Visa I should apply for though.

Internet access in Switzerland?

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

Considering a move to Switzerland from the USA. Might seem like a silly question, but can anyone tell me if how easy it will be to set myself up on the internet once I get to Geneva ? Is it a strightforward process ? How long does it take ? Can anyone recommend any good internet service providers in Switzerland for me?

Also, how easy it to get hold of a copy of the New York Times while in Switzerland?

Cheers,

Smith


Finance in Cyprus- the proper way? Who to use?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Cyprus
Hi, Me and my wife have just moved to Cyprus, and we are looking for a company to help with our financial bits and pieces. A friend of mine who's already here suggested Pembridge International in Limassol. He say's they are the only one's he would recommend here, does anyone have any information/experience about or with them? Donald.

Taxes in Germany??

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Frankfurt
Hi, Me and my mom will be going on a trip to Germany for two weeks. We are leaning on living there but theres one big problem. Taxes. We know we qualify for a limited residential permit according to the German Mission in California. But would we still pay the high German taxes? My dad works and lives in the U.S. and my mom gets paid spousal which supports her. I get child support which is tax free here. If we were to move to Germany for a year our income wouldn't be from Germany its from my dads U.S. job so would our income tax be based on U.S? If sow how?

Is Ho Chi Minh City expensive ?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Ho Chi Minh City
Hi There,

I am moving to Ho Chi Minh City in July and I was wonderirng if anyone can give me advice on how much I should budget for monthly expenses ?  Rent, food, utilities, entertainment costs ?

If it turns out to be more expensive than I thought, I think I will postpone the trip and try saving more money in the US before heading to Asia.

Thanks in advance

Faith-based schools in Sydney?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Sydney
Is anyone perhaps able to recommend an Anglican based co-ed school (from year 1 to 12)in Sydney?

I would prefer the Shire area, and really cannot afford St Luke's Grammar school, although it looks like a fabulous school.

I understand only public schooling is free to australian residents, so would like to settle my kids in one school, together, that I can afford going forward.

What fees (annually and monthly) can I expect to pay - pre and post-residency?

Thank you

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