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If we move as teachers to work at an international senior school, Shenzhen- what are the primary schools like? Would they get a place- 8,9, 12 years. Thanks 

I have an upcoming work assignment in Abu Dhabi for two months. I will be moving alone with my six-month-old son. My company is looking for a company that can assist me with the logistics of the move. Finding a furnished apartment, live-in nanny, private driver, visa paperwork, etc. 

Does such a service exist? 

Thanks! 

Is there a way you guys can get me a public high school in sweden please I'm doing this for my son

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Can anyone recommend any good podiatrists in HCM? I'm new to the city and need some good recommendations of fluent English speaking ones.



Any help would be great.



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We are about to move to Tripoli, Libya, with my husband. We want to live in a safe place and are looking for luxury accommodation. So far, we have found Palm City, but we want to know if there is a similar place or not. Could you please inform us how we can look for and find luxury accommodation in Libya? Any suggestions for safe areas and upscale housing in Tripoli? Thanks.

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Does anybody know this company in Nigeria, SubSea Deck oil Corporation Limited? I have been offered a position with them and it's requested to pay for an FWAC (foreign workers authorisation certificate) to the amount of $207. The person I have been in contact with is: 

Harry Ayoola
Assistant Manager Human Resources (SubSea_Deck Oil Corporation Limited)

Head Office
JTV Tower, Balogun Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, P.M.B 80
Lagos state
Nigeria

Hello, my family and I plan on moving to the Philippines. Can anyone advise on the medical facilities available in the country? Is private healthcare in the Philippines of a high standard? I have read that the cost of living is relatively low in the Philippines, and even private medical care can be reasonable. However, I think when travelling abroad, insurance is a must. Will international health insurance be accepted or must I invest in a local policy?

Hi, I am being considered for a permanent financial services role in Oman. I am very experienced for the role but did not attend University when I was younger. Can anyone let me know if I must hold University qualifications as a requirement for my potential employer to obtain a work permit / visa for me? Thanks.

Hi, we are moving from the UK to Denmark due my husbands new job in Odense, we have two sons: one 5 years old and one 9 years old. My 9-year-old son has special educational needs and I am keen to understand how inclusive the international schools are for children with special educational needs please? Any recommendations for schools?

Can anyone guide how much is a salary for a chief financial officer (CFO) with an MBA or chartered accountant (CA) with over 15 years of experience in Lagos with typical multinational or large Asian/Indian business houses? What salary would a CFO or CA expect to earn in Lagos?

Also information on how specific are the contract negotiations about other facilities companies generally offer such as car, driver, house, air travel, insurance, medical, other house expenses, school fees?

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I am a teacher from India. I want to apply for a teaching job in Johannesburg, South Africa. How can I apply? Please help.

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I would love to work in Italy specifically Milan to gain experience. I am from Canada so I speak English, French and Italian ( immigrant parents) , I have a lot of work experience.

My question is , is it true that in Italy there is age discrimination when it comes to work ? Here is Canada that is illegal. Does  this age discrimination exist in Italy ? Specifically Milan ? 

Thank you 

How much are the school fees in UK for Grade 9 students?

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I have recently shifted to Dubai, UAE from Delhi, India and I am looking for the best Indian International school for my child here. Please suggest some good schools in Dubai.

Can someone who comes to Oman on an Employment 2 years Working Visa get a better job while living in Oman? Can you change jobs in Oman? How does changing jobs affect your work permit or visa?

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I'm 20 and currently have a residency visa via my father's job in Dubai. I'm studying in Pakistan right now and a few weeks ago have gotten Oral herpes (HSV 1). I'm aware that Dubai deports people with HIV/AIDS but what about HSV 1? Will my residency visa be cancelled if I try to visit Dubai? I'm not working at Dubai as mentioned earlier, I'm sponsored by my father instead. 

Hello all, I'm thinking of accepting a job offer in Dallas which implicates moving from Portugal to Dallas with my wife and 5-year-old daughter who doesn't speak English. Considering this, I would like to know if there are international elementary schools teaching in Portuguese. I can only find German and French.

Thank you for your help.

I'm currently searching for primary schools for my son in Hong Kong. But because of the horrible pandemic situation this year, it becomes extremely inconvenient to visit school and make the decision. I've only visited 4 schools lately, which are Wycombe Abbey School, Kellett international school, Shrewsburry international school, and Malvern College Hong Kong.

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We're moving to London for a year to work and our daughter is 14. We're considering international schools and thought it would be great if there were some other Australians at the school. Does anyone have any ideas of which schools Australians are attracted to in London?

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I'm looking for how to go about applying for a work visa for the Philippines, but my company is US based and we just outsource there. Everything I see so far says my company has to apply for me but do they have to be Philippines based? Or can my US employers apply for me?

Hi everyone I am new in this forum, I am currently stationed in the UK and a colleague recommended a quick trip to Cyprus. However, our financial levels are not the same (he is my boss). I wonder if I could get some first hand. Based on the rates online this is the best choice for my very limited travel budget. Problem is...

Hi, I would like to move back to Italy, but my son is in Year 9 at school. He is currently doing his GCSEs. Any info for what can I do for my son's education in Italy? What are the options for my son to integrate into Italy's school system? Thank you all

I have been offered a new job in Abu Dhabi (no interview) but have also been asked to pay for UAE Visa; work permit and UAE Engineer Registry Fee.

Does anyone know if this is normal for UAE processes as I feel this sounds strange? Is it normal to pay for work permits etc. when working in Abu Dhabi?

Company: Western Tanks and Pipe Industry?

Hi everyone. I would like to work in the Netherlands but want to know what is the best route to secure employment and get a work permit? Are there any recommended job portals or recruitment agencies? I have also been confused about processes for getting visas and work permits, which type of entry permit I must get and how to do so. Any input and thoughts are appreciated.

Thank you!