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Is it hard to relocate to Saudi Arabia?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Hi I am seeking work in the oil and gas sectors for mainly Technical Clerk/Document Controller work, I have have applied through many agencies but I am not successful in gaining interviews, just enquiring whether it is hard to gain employment abroad as living in the UK?

Looking for work in Fiji - Resort or maybe a bank? How do I find jobs?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Fiji
Hi, I'm currently living in Australia and hope to move to Fiji for maybe 12 months this coming June. Ideally I would like to work in a resort or even a bank. My background is Real Estate but I doubt a job in this industry is available. Why is it so hard to find jobs there? I've travelled there twice, staying in beautiful Denarau. Any help or information, regarding jobs & visas would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Best areas to live in London?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: London
Hi all. I'm an American living in China and it looks like the next stop is London. Im a stay at home dad with a 5 year old and soon to be 4 year old who are both going to be attending school. My wife's office will be located at canary wharf. We're looking for the better neighborhoods and schools that won't be too far of a trek to/from the office for my wife. Maybe 20/30 mins. Budget is on the higher end so that's less of a concern than safety and good schools for us. We know next to nothing about London so any help is appreciated! Thank you.

Suitable areas and cost of living in Nelspruit

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: South Africa
I am moving to SA in a few weeks time and whilst I have temporary accomodation, it is very expensive (3500R per week). So I will need to find somewhere nearby. Nelspruit is the closest town, is this a safe city? Which areas in Nelspruit could be recommended as safe and nice areas? What sort of cost would I be looking at? Thanks for your help!

Should I bring my unlocked iPhone from the US to Dubai or buy one there?

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

I have heard that iPhones are cheaper in the States, and for that reason the best approach is to buy an unlocked phone here before I leave. But I just discovered that Etisalat is offering iPhones at a steep discount when purchased with a 24-month contract. What should I do?

What are the best schooling options in Melbourne?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Melbourne
Possibly moving later this year. We are originally from NZ but been living in Malaysia and my son has been attending a school in Brunei, he sits his GCSE exams this year. Unfortunately due to work we may need to relocate which will mean that our son will not be able to finish his A levels and will need to transfer to the Australian system for his last two years of schooling. He is a high achiever and interested in following a career in Engineering. He was born in Australia and we spent his first 5 years living in Toowoomba.

How do I pick an international school in Kuala Lumpur? Any recommendations?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Kuala Lumpur
We are considering a temporary assignment from the U.S. to Kuala Lumpur with two children, ages 8, 11. Looking for advice regarding selecting an international school. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thank you.

Advise on moving from India

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
I have got an offer for a Job in Doha Salary of QAR 19K (plus accommodation/ medical. Educational allowance for kids) or Sal of QAR 32K, is this a good pay for a family of 4 (2kids) to live. I am into IT with 17 yrs of exp in India, IS THIS A GOOD PAY and role as Consultant GOOD

How do I get a teaching job for Abu Dhabi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
I have done my Masters in Educational Planning & Management (EPM) from NUML Islamabad, Pakistan also (M.Ed & B.Ed) from (AIOU) Islamabad , Pakistan and worked as Regional Manager in Roots School Systems Islamabad, Roots International University College (RIUC) G-8 ,Roots International Schools Islamabad Pakistan. Need a job in Education Sector of Abu Dhabi now a days i am on visit visa. Contact#0522930074

My Qatar employment Visa is delayed.

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
Hello there, I am from India. I got offered a job in qatar last december. Its a company named Hamton International Wll. I dont know much details about the company except from they're MEP contractor. In the MOI website it is shown my visa is ready to print for more than one month. Visa fees has not yet paid by the sponsor.

How to cancel a visit visa to Oman?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Oman
Hi, I was supposed to travel to Oman for an interview, they started my visit visa application on October but somehow we did not agree on the terms. Now I need to travel to Oman once again and find out I have an active visa application and so can not apply a new one. Those people in the previous company do not answer the emails and phone calls and I do not know why!! I have a big problem because of this and do not know how to resolve the issue while I am away!!!

Do you have any tips for finding an apartment in Riyadh?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Riyadh
Good morning all, Just landed in riyad 2 days ago and I am searching for a small appartment or studio in malaz area /ahssa street. N.b: I am single and my budget is around 20-24. Please feel free to drop me a line if you know any for rent.

Can I buy my own small bar in Turkey and get a work visa to work in it?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Turkey
I am planning to move to Turkey and buy a property there. Once I have a property I will apply for a residence permit. I am told that this should be fine. My question is, once I have my residence permit in Turkey, can I obtain a work visa and work in my own bar(I intend to buy a small bar)? I want to work in my own bar in Turkey, is this possible? Are there specific requirements? I am financially secure, I worked straight away after I finished school, so I have accumulated a lot of money. Furthermore, I have never had any problems with the law. I am a Christian from Egypt originally.

Where should I rent in Stockholm?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Stockholm
Hi I am moving to stockholm in 2 months. I have 6 yr old thins in their year 1. Could you please suggest some good locations to rent based on the below criteria? 1. Prefer living in safe side of city centre in a spacious apartment. Budget circa 2000 dollars. How big are the apartments in square metres in that budget 2. Very close to American or British international school. Preferably walking distance 3. Very close to or in city accessible to public transport, nightlife, culture etc (Am I asking too much :) )

How much are work permit and visa fees for foreign nationals in Russia?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Russia
can anyone know about petrox oil PLC? I have checked their website but anyone here from oil and gas sector know about this company beyond what is mentioned in their website. They have asked me to contact ARGO TRAVEL for arranging WORK VISA and PERMIT however I need to transfer ARGO almost 2,000 USD for the permit and visa. later Petrox oil may reimburse myself. the amount seems very high, is it the correct one? i like to be sure that it is not a trap. please help me. with sincere regards, sumit

Where to live in the UAE based on school choice?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: United Arab Emirates
I need advice on choosing somewhere to live based on preferred schooling. We will be working in Ajman. The 4 schools below are my preferred options for my Son (aged 8). We need a UK curriculum. However, we will be working in Ajman and possibly living there too. If we decide to live in Ajman or in Sharjah which of the 4 schools in order are the closest? Or if we live in Dubai which one is closest to Ajman? Kings school Dubai GEMS Jumeirah Primary School Horizons English School Jumeirah English Speaking School

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