WeWonder
French expat in the United Arab Emirates
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Registration: 26 May 2015
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Moving to Abu Dhabi by HannahWM
Hi all, I will be moving to Abu Dhabi in the new year hopefully. I have a job in Mafraq Hospital and was just wondering if anyone had any information/experience of working there and any advice on best places to live etc? I have friends over in ...
Welcome in advance to AD! Mafraq Hospital is very far from everything, sadly! So for accommodation, as the above posted, Khalidiya City will be a good option as it's in the middle between your job and the actual Abu Dhabi city with the beaches ... Read More
Abu Dhabi security clearance rejected by S dza
Hi, My in midst of job transition. I was working for a bank , and now I ll be moving to a government sector bank. My security clearance has been rejected twice. I have no cases against me, I have no bank loans. What could be the reason? Has anyone ...
I can just say it's very random, and affects certain passport holders only. No other specific logic to it. Read More
Moving from China to UAE by pg44
Hey there everyone! I am moving with my family (partner, 1 6 year old boy and 1 11week old baby - he will be maybe 4 months by the time we move) I am wanting to know a few things: 1. Is this a good package: 27000AED per month ...
1. Is this a good package: 27000AED per month (salary) international school for my 6 year old housing allowance health insurance Transport allowance return flights 4 weeks paid holiday per year plus UAE public holidaysThat is a decent package, but ... Read More
Vegan Food, Community, and Lifestyle in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by GuestPostert5
Hello everyone! I am a student studying abroad in the UAE next semester. Our itinerary is pretty full, but we have some free time to explore the city on our own with other students. My goal is to find vegan communities, restaurants, or ...
I can't help with the details but I am very certain such a thing exists in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Vegan and health-oriented restaurants have popped up to cater to the upper class residents and their services are quite good, but expect to pay a ... Read More
Relocating to Abu Dhabi from India by sckhirid
I have got an all inclusive offer of 4000$ US pm package for a company in AD. Im married and have a daughter. would be moving to AD in December and family would move in April. Would you all suggest if this is a ok package for a family of 3 to live ...
As BeeNo said, 80,000 - 120,000 is the average for a 2BDR apartment in that area. 14,692 AED/month is a decent amount but getting schooling, paying for rent, car and standard of living will be quite challenging. Schools can be quite expensive, ... Read More
6500 AED Per month is it sufficient by mitsboy
I have got an opportunity in Dubai into real estate sales. I have been offered AED 6500 per month. Accommodation will be borne by me. company only provides insurance
Welcome to the forums! Is the 6,500 AED per month a stagnant salary or will you be able to earn overtime and commision for real estate work? Living alone, 6,500 AED can be enough if you live quite far away but the bills can sometime overwhelm you. ... Read More
British Female looking for a romm or housemate by Tessabell
I am an English female just arrived form London, I am in a hotel until the end of November and am looking for a house share or flatmate in Abu Dhabi. **** Tess
Welcome to Abu Dhabi! I suggest you search for a studio somewhere, ask in the embassy or ask work friends. Finding room-mates on the internet isn't quite what you'd what. Read More
Potential Job Scam by stjimmy55
I received a job offer from "National Drilling Company" in Abu Dhabi as follows and would like to know if its a scam Attention : Consequently, upon your application for job engagement with our prestigious company "(NDC) Oil & ...
Hi there, Please do the following 1 - Contact the National Drilling Company of Abu Dhabi here : http://www.ndc.ae/useful.html ~ Call their HR department. ~ Send emails. 2 - Contact the Ministry of Labour of the UAE directly ... Read More
Job Offer, Is it real or is it a scam? by techrescue
Hello, I recently got a job offer from ADGAS in Abu Dhabi and wanted your opinions on if the contract is real or if it is a scam. What are the best ways to confirm the legitimacy of this contract? Thanks!
in my job offer letter,they mentioned fee will be refunded after 05 working days when visa processing will be commenced.That remains a scam, please do not give them the money. Read More
Going to Oman for a border run to renew visa by PaulC821
I need to go to Oman for a border run to renew my visa. I have a rental car... what is required in order to prevent any delays once I get to the border ? Is a letter from the rental car agency necessary ? Proof of insurance for the rental car ? Any ...
Border run went well. They didn't even look at registration. Went to the Hill post near Al Ain. Actually went for a ride through Oman for a few hours. Looking forward to going to Muscat in the near future.That's great to know! Read More
Searching for Jobs in Abu Dhabi by Jean Magallanes
Hello everyone, I just joined here because I think this page will help me to find jobs for my brothers in Philippines. Thus anyone have an idea where can I recommend my brothers to go through application in our country? My company here don't ...
Welcome to the forums! It all depends on the qualifications of your brothers. There are jobs, of course, but are the qualified to work for them? Please check this link for ALL job searching sites in Abu ... Read More
Going to Oman for a border run to renew visa by PaulC821
I need to go to Oman for a border run to renew my visa. I have a rental car... what is required in order to prevent any delays once I get to the border ? Is a letter from the rental car agency necessary ? Proof of insurance for the rental car ? Any ...
I don't think I ever heard of rental care issues except if you have any overdue charges on it. I'd take all documents with me just in case. Good luck! Read More
CID in abu dhabi by Amr D
Hello everyone I recently got a job offer in a 5 stars hotel in Abu Dhabi. I am a fresh graduate with bachelor degree. I sent the required documents to the HR department and now Its in the process of waiting for the CID approval. My sponsor is the ...
Hi to both, I find it weird how you did not submit any copies or stuff. I had a friend that did the whole application only to get rejected in the end due to CID. I won't lie - if you're from a country that has political issues, you might ... Read More
Assessment Tests for Private Schools in AD - Help!!! by Bernadetti
Looking for information on how to go about getting sample tests for my kids to practice on. We applied for one school already and having done their tests they said that they didn't were below grade level in one or two areas of exam so would ...
How old is your kid? Schools only present tests to people applying for High School and if so, the school usually or should give you information in that regards. Topics and all. I suggest you search for a different school or take this up with the ... Read More
Salary base 63000 AED pm (excluding bonus, medical ) by rambanker
Is it a good salary to move to Abu dhabi can anyone advise
You have a few options to know if it legit. - Contact the Minsitry of Labour of the UAE through their help line. - Check online for records of information. - Check for their product or service. Good luck . Read More