gunflame
Venezuelan looking for information about Australia
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Lives in Maracaibo
Registration: 21 July 2012
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New members of the Venezuela forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Venezuela forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
About items bring appliances and electronics with you if you can. Make sure any cargo you bring is insured and that they will reimburse you in foreign currency and NOT bolivares if something gets lots or broken. Things get lost here with ... Read More
New members of the Venezuela forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Venezuela forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello. My name is Natasha. I am originally from Ukraine. Currently live in US( Atlanta, GA), and I was invited to teach Art classes in international school in Maturin, Venezuela( only for 2 years). I speak English, Russian, and Ukrainian. I never ... Read More
New members of the Venezuela forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Venezuela forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Daily or weekly power outages occur everywhere in Venezuela (except in Caracas). I don't know the frequency in Maturin but I believe they are not that bad. You can buy 5 gallon bottles here. The availability varies but they should not be that ... Read More
Life as an expat in Maturin by DAVE_NEEL
Hello All, My husband and I are considering relocating to Maturin. We have a 10 month old daughter and I would really appreciate any relevant advice anyone can give. My questions are along the following trend of thought but any pertinent advice is ...
I would like to emphasize that I do NOT recommend anyone to come live here at this point in time. Things are bad and they will get worse. However, it is still possible to come to Venezuela and live "somewhat comfortable" but you will ... Read More
Life as an expat in Maturin by DAVE_NEEL
Hello All, My husband and I are considering relocating to Maturin. We have a 10 month old daughter and I would really appreciate any relevant advice anyone can give. My questions are along the following trend of thought but any pertinent advice is ...
1) Don't know... MaturÃn is a very small city, I would qualify it as a medium size town instead of city. I haven't been to Maturin in like 7 years, and the few times I went there I only spent a few days. I do not think you will find a ... Read More
New members of the Venezuela forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Venezuela forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Do you already have a job? or are you gonna look for one in here? If you are gonna get paid in USD you will be fine. If you are getting payed in Bolivares (VEF), it is a bad idea to come Read More
Life as an expat in Maturin by DAVE_NEEL
Hello All, My husband and I are considering relocating to Maturin. We have a 10 month old daughter and I would really appreciate any relevant advice anyone can give. My questions are along the following trend of thought but any pertinent advice is ...
1. Are there good paediatricians? Yes, there are. All over Venezuela you can find good doctors. I don't know who is good in Maturin, but I'm sure you can find good pediatricians there. Obviously not every doctor is good so you will have ... Read More
Newcomers Caracas, Venezuela by Newcomer Caracas
Hello all! It is my family's intention to move to Caracas, Venezuela next year. But, unfortunately there is not much information about living in Caracas. So, I created a Facebook page to initiate conversations and answer questions regarding ...
El Hatillo is considered South-east Caracas. The problem is that is VERY far away from the "core" part of the city. Caracas has 5 counties, remember there are bad areas in all counties, however this is the overall rundown: - ... Read More
Newcomers Caracas, Venezuela by Newcomer Caracas
Hello all! It is my family's intention to move to Caracas, Venezuela next year. But, unfortunately there is not much information about living in Caracas. So, I created a Facebook page to initiate conversations and answer questions regarding ...
Best places (and most expensive) would be: El Hatillo Chacao Las Mercedes Altamira Palos Grandes Los Naranjos Basically search for Chacao and Baruta Counties (municipios). Please don't confuse the county with the zones. For example inside the ... Read More
Newcomers Caracas, Venezuela by Newcomer Caracas
Hello all! It is my family's intention to move to Caracas, Venezuela next year. But, unfortunately there is not much information about living in Caracas. So, I created a Facebook page to initiate conversations and answer questions regarding ...
What would you like to know about Caracas? Where are you from? Read More
How to get an Australian visa in Colombia?! by PaoZapatha
Hola! (: Bueno, la cosa es que estoy un poco perdida sobre cómo hacer los papeles para obtener la visa australian, me dicen que el consulado de aquà no expide ningún papel oficial, por lo que no sé qué hacer. SerÃan tan amables de informarme acerca ...
Start reading here: www.immi.gov.au It depends on the visa you are looking for. I'm from Venezuela so I'm working on my resident visa. Everything is done online and the nearest embassy is in Chile (as far as I know). Read More
Visa Payment - 189 - Skilled independant
Hey forum, I just got my EOI invite and I'm filling all the information for the actual visa application. I do have a few questions, if there's anyone familiar with them please help me out. - At what point do I make the AUD 3520 ... Read More
Your Advice - Do's and Dont's in Venezuela for vacation -;) ??? by kw2312
Hey - I don't live in Venezuela but want to come and visit by end of this year for vacation (4-6 week) and started researching a bit...therefore, I am open for any suggestions you might have and willing to share with me what places to visit, ...
About gym pictures: In most gyms you are allowed as long as you don't bother other patrons. I guess it is general gym/camera ettiquette. If you are just taking picture of yourself, or general pictures of the area it should not be a problem. ... Read More
Your Advice - Do's and Dont's in Venezuela for vacation -;) ??? by kw2312
Hey - I don't live in Venezuela but want to come and visit by end of this year for vacation (4-6 week) and started researching a bit...therefore, I am open for any suggestions you might have and willing to share with me what places to visit, ...
Definetly lots to do: - Google the following (with the word Caracas next to it) Waraira Repano... also known as El Avila Humbolt Tolon CC Millenium CC San Ignacio El Hatillo Plaza Altamira Trasnocho Cultural Sambil Parque del Este Teresa ... Read More
Your Advice - Do's and Dont's in Venezuela for vacation -;) ??? by kw2312
Hey - I don't live in Venezuela but want to come and visit by end of this year for vacation (4-6 week) and started researching a bit...therefore, I am open for any suggestions you might have and willing to share with me what places to visit, ...
I have not been robbed in about 20 or 22 years. However, last year: In Maracaibo, where my family lives (2nd largest city in Venezuela) - Someone broke into my mom's car last year and stole the airbag - Someone broke into my father's truck ... Read More