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Can my wife sponsor me to enter Qatar?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
We are planning a move to Qatar from South Africa. we have two small children aged 2 and 4. Both of us applied for jobs but with my expertise there is not a lot of jobs readily available. My wife on the other hand will most certainly find a job easily. Is it possible for my wife to sponsor me to go to Qatar? We have heard that only our children could be sponsored by her to move to Qatar.

In search of a good job board/recruitment site for Hong Kong

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Hong Kong
Hello!! I am looking to make a move to Hong Kong from the UK and am seaching for good and reliable job boards, job sites or recruitment sites. I would be looking primarily in hte Insurance, defence, aviation and logistics industries but really I'd be interested in anything!! Any help would be much appreciated!! Many thanks, Ed

In search of good job boards/recruitment sites for Dubai

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai
Hello!! I am looking to make a move to Dubai and am seaching for good and reliable job boards, job sites or recruitment sites. I would be looking primarily in hte Insurance, defence, aviation and logistics industries but really I'd be interested in anything!! Any help would be much appreciated!! Many thanks, Ed

Job offer Doha.... Can we afford similar to lifestyle in Riyadh

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
Hi, My husband has been offered a job in Doha ona salary of 45000 qar a month, exc everything but medical insurance. We currently live in Riyadh, KSA and the contract here includes 4 bed villa Toyota Fortuner Fuel Utility bills 2 return flights home per family member per year School fees for 2 children Would a salary of 45000qar per month afford us a similar lifestyle and allow us to send money back to the UK each month? Thanks

English College Dubai - any comments?

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Submitted by tompitman on
Destination: Dubai
Hello -- we are trying to find out more about the English College Dubai - it would be really helpful to hear first-hand reviews from parents with children at the school. I'd be interested in hearing about the acedemic standard but also the all round quality of the school. Is your child happy there? Are the facilities good. Do they offer help for children with SEN? Etc. Also, what are the other options for English curriculum schools? Many thanks. T.

Dubai English Speaking School reviews from parents?

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Submitted by tompitman on
Destination: Dubai
Hello - we are trying to find out more about the Dubai English Speaking School for a guide we are putting together for parents. Are there any readers who have children at the Dubai English Speaking School who can comment on the school - on both the academic standard but also on the facilities, the sports, the ethos and the pastoral care of the children. Thanks in advance.

Reviews on Deira International School in Dubai?

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Submitted by tompitman on
Destination: Dubai
Hello - we are trying to find out some more information on the Deira International School Dubai. I read the Dubai schools inspection report which said there had been huge improvement at the school and the reputation had improved - what was it like initially? Have you got a child there, and can you comment? What are the other English Curriculum schools on offer in Dubai? Any recommendations?

Dubai American Academy - anyone know about it?

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Submitted by tompitman on
Destination: Dubai
Hello - we are trying to find out more about the Dubai American Academy. It would be useful to hear from parents on their views of the school and also on other American schools in Dubai with the pros and cons of them. How do the schools rate compared to US schools? What are the other options - I heard that the Bradenton Prep school is also good. Also, how big is the city of Dubai - is it quick to drive around and therefore is school location important?

Advice needed on moving to Hong Kong

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

Hi, Ive been offered a job and am moving to work in Tai wai i have been told that if i want a house and garden i should live in Tai Po, which is comutable. Just wondered how easy it is to communicate and to get around, having never been before. I'm curious about the health care system and social netwroks i.e is it easy to go to the cinema? Any information and help you could give would be great, im very excited about the move but nervous :-) Thanks Shoned

How much pay can i be offered in TPA department in Qatar?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
Dear Concern, I am working in the Insurance sector as CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGER in Mumbai-India. Now i am planning to go oversees:- Qatar. My question is how much pay can i be offered. i have experience of 6 years in TPA (MEDICLAIM INSURANCE). PLEASE ADVISE ON THE SAME,

Safety & Cost of Living in Cape Town

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Cape Town
Hi All, I have been transferred to Capetown , but was really concerned about the Security & Safety of the City. I have asked few of my Friends & i get a very Mix reviews from them. My Company has Offered me a House Rent of ZAR 300,000 Annually. My Job Involves regular touring in Entire Africa & thus would normally be out of House leaving my Wife & Kid back in Capetown for sometime more than a Week. Do you think i will be able to Find a Good & comfortable house in a very very safe zone in the above cost???

What to expect as a woman in Abu Dhabi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Hi everyone. I´m a newlywed, my husband just got a job in Abu Dhabi, we have to move in August but I´m really nervous about living in such a conservative country. Is it true we can´t be affectionate towards each other in public? Can I walk next to him or should I walk behind him? We just got a dog, can we take him with us? Will it be difficult or troublesome to do so? Thanks a lot!!

Admission to international schools in Singapore?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Singapore

HI We have an opportunity to relocate to Singapore with our 3 children in January. My question is really whether we will be able to get primary school places for them at an international school without debentures? We are lucky enough that we will be able to pay tuition - our concern is actually getting them places at a school? They are very happy and doing well at school at the moment and this will be a huge deciding factor for us - but we would really love to move ! Can anyone help me with this?! Thank you !

Moving to Hong Kong with children from Australia

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

Hi, my husband has been offered a job over in Hong Kong for 45000 HKD per month for the 1st 6 months with a 10000HKD living allowance & than will receive a guaranteed payrise. Just wondering if this will get 2 children (4yr old & 1yr old), my husband & I by with the cost of living? We've been looking at Discovery Bay as he will be working at the airport, preferably a 3 bedroom place (at least) that is safe for children.

Issue with Letter of Intent for apartment rental in Singapore

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Singapore

Hi Everyone, Need some help or advice for the situation below: We were looking for a whole unit since our current rental is about to expire hence we were contacting several agents to help us. Yesterday we saw 3 units and out of that, we are ok with the 2. In the first one even if the unit is out of our budget, the agent keeps on persuading us to try to negotiate and he will help if he can get approval of owner. Note that the owner is overseas so there is the landlord agent as another representative. Even if it is out of the budget, and after all the persuasions we gave in.

need info on Saudi Arabia!!!

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia
hi everyone I have an job offer to work in a university in Al Zulfi, i have searched the net and got to know tht it is a small town with hot climate but nothing much. can anyone help me out with more details like cost of living, conditions there, basic amenitites etc. i would be relocating with my wife n a 2yr old daughter.

Can I drive with a driving license from SIngapore in British Columbia on a temporary work permit?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Vancouver
I will be working in vancouver for 2 yrs on a temporary work permit. I hold a full driving license from Singapore. Can I drive and buy a car in Vancouver with my Singapore license while on the temporary work permit, or do I need to sit for the driving test by ICBC to get a british columbia license? As far as I understand, a temporary work permit holder is like a tourist, hence I do not need to convert or sit for the BC driving license. Please kindly advice.

How can an employer prove that no Romanians are available for the job?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Romania
http://www.expatarrivals.com/romania/work-permits-for-romania mentions that in order to apply for my work permit, the employers need to prove that they have made every effort to find a Romanian national to fill the position that they are now offering to an expat. How exactly does an employer go about proving that?

How is Abu Dhabi 'Housing Allowance' given/paid?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Hello, I would like to know more about the housing allowance offered by Abu Dhabi. If they say AED 9,280 Housing Allowance per month' in the initial offer of employment does that mean they will pay the full amount even if you don't spend that much on housing? Is that money paid directly into your monthly pay and is it limited only to housing expenses?? thanks benj

Schooling for Australian children in Abu Dhabi

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

Were moving from Australia to Abu Dhaba in January and I'm really seeking advice on good schooling for our 8 and 6 year old children. Ideally we would like to send them to the Australian School but I haven't seen any good reviews on it as yet. Can anyone tell me where alot of the Australia children go? Also a little confused by the American grade and British grade system. My son would be in Year 3 in our school year of 2013 and our daughter would be in Year 1 (this year has been her first year at school). I look forward to any advice at all. :)

What are decent expectations to work for US co. in Beijing?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Beijing
Dear all, I have been sought to work for a US company in Beijing which is the leader in it's field related to equipment, used mostly in the meat industry. I have worked in China before for companies with high tech solutions with a lot of applications in meat and animal areas, which has given me a great understanding of the meat industry. I have known this company for some time and get on well with the main people involved there.

Need advice - job offer question for Abu Dhabi

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
I know this question has been asked quite a bit recently and a lot does have to do with particular lifestyle preferences, however I would like to gauge if the job offer I just received is adequate (in US dollars): Basic salary $52,000; Housing allowance $31,000; Expat allowance $5,900; Gratuity allowance $8,900; One time relocation allowance $8,100. Medical coverage provided, 30 days paid vacation, Water and electricity paid, and 0% interest automobile loan provided up to 100,000 UAE. There is also a one-time allowance upon repatriation.

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