@expatmbw
American looking for information about Saudi Arabia
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About me
American
Lives in New York
Registration: 28 April 2012
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GEMS School
Hello, I received an offer from a GEMS school. My question is, is it normal for a school not to pay for the spouses airfare, visa, etc? Its seems odd to me that they are not at least covering his airfare. Also, does anyone know the typical range ... Read More
looking family friends by desertlifestyle
we r pakistani family just shiffted to khobar looking some nice educated openminded downtoearth ,couples and famlies for friendship , hangout and chill happy houers..
"happy hours"??? meaning drinking happy hours...lol we r pakistani family just shiffted to khobar looking some nice educated openminded downtoearth ,couples and famlies for friendship , hangout and chill happy houers.. Read More
Single guy "For now", wants to socialize and play some sports by ilnot1
Hi everyone, Relax I'm not a teenager sniffing on girls, I'm a married guy but didn't get my family here yet, It might take some time. I'm just here 2 days ago and looking for some cool places to hangout and some sports like soccer or basketball. ...
So, it seems like there's not from these responses... so you can just sit around and smoke instead...nice Hi everyone, Relax I'm not a teenager sniffing on girls, I'm a married guy but didn't get my family here yet, It might take some time. I'm ... Read More
Hey south africans by Guest345
Hey how was everyones weekend?
Let me guess this activity is just for guy??? Excellent !!... I got some beach sports such as sea swimming, beach soccer, volleyball, other activities like paintball, barbecue at night and nothing else but fun :) Read More
Job Offer...advise please
Hello, I received an offer for a school position (yes, im being vague). I have a M.S. and two years of post graduate experience. This was the offer: 13,000 SR/month base salary 800SR /month transportation allowance Housing, medical and economy ... Read More
Considering a move to Al Khobar some advice please.... by nowhereman33
Hi Myself and my wife are considering moving to Al Khobar. I have recieved a job offer at a international school and i am considering moving there. I have some concerns and worries and was hoping for some advice. What are the compounds like? i ...
oooh, good to hear...thanks! Read More
What are your Likes and Dislikes about Khobar! by Abdul.Alhilal
Just curious:D
Hi, I saw ur post. I'm hoping to move to Khobar with my husband this year- pending a job offer thats worth it. I'm curious, will it be a big dent in one's pocket to drive to Bahrain every weekend??? Assuming one has a muli-entry/exit visa. I hear ... Read More
Considering a move to Al Khobar some advice please.... by nowhereman33
Hi Myself and my wife are considering moving to Al Khobar. I have recieved a job offer at a international school and i am considering moving there. I have some concerns and worries and was hoping for some advice. What are the compounds like? i ...
I think everyone should hopefully feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and concerns no matter how incorrect. Meaning without being laughed at. I know many people on here are very knowledgeable due to having first hand experience, however, making ... Read More
Husband on wife's visa? by expatmbw
Hi, newbie here. I have not seen much information on this topic. I know a lot depends on the job classification. I am waiting on an offer from a school for a teaching job. My husband would come to Saudi if I take the job, however, how does it work ...
Wheew, what a relief. I was a little worried. Thanks! Read More
Eurovillage Compound in Al-Khobar ??? Life for single ladies ? by saharadesert
Any thoughts on all of this ?
I saw someone mention this compound in the Dammam forum Eurovillage not sure how to link it :0 It was under Networking> Moving to Dammam Read More
Expat alone in dammam looking for fun by pedro maria
Hi I am an spanish engineer expat in dammam , who would like to meet people to have fun during weekends contact me pedro
This chat is getting too, too weird! :huh:it isn't weirdo its just way of killing time :D:Is it really this boring in Saudi? People are really helpful, but is it because there's nothing else to do??? Read More
How long will it take for the visa process by Lalith
Hi, I got an offer from a company in Dammam at Oct last week. Now that I am waiting for the visa. I dont know exactly how long should I wait. When I contacted them last week I got a reply that company has sent my details to the government for the ...
A travel agent? Does that depend on what country you are coming from? We rarely use travel agents in the US...:0 Read More
Husband on wife's visa?
Hi, newbie here. I have not seen much information on this topic. I know a lot depends on the job classification. I am waiting on an offer from a school for a teaching job. My husband would come to Saudi if I take the job, however, how does it work ... Read More