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ChanPark

ChanPark

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American expat in Saudi Arabia

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12 posts

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About me

American

Lives in Riyadh

Speaks American, Korean, little Spanish

Registration: 08 June 2013

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ChanPark replied to a thread
10 years ago
karim.mohd

salary by karim.mohd

Hi, I got an opportunity in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. And they offered me 12,000/- SAR per month. Is this salary is sufficient to live with family (2 kids) ? Kindly give suggestions. Thanks K

ChanPark

chan.park@dunesguild.com Thank you. Read More

ChanPark replied to a thread
10 years ago
karim.mohd

salary by karim.mohd

Hi, I got an opportunity in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. And they offered me 12,000/- SAR per month. Is this salary is sufficient to live with family (2 kids) ? Kindly give suggestions. Thanks K

ChanPark

Our company may be able to offer more money than that. Which country are you in currently? Can you send me your resume for me to review? Read More

ChanPark replied to a thread
11 years ago
javaclinic

Problem during business visa (6months) with out Iqama by javaclinic

HI, What could be the potential problem/hurdles/issues one can face when his company say like this " We will bring you as Business visit visa and once you are here we will process you iqama " this can take 6-12 months. what could be the issue ...

ChanPark

"Business visas are issued to: businessmen, investors, representatives of U.S. companies, managers, sales managers, sales representatives, etc." If you are coming here to work, then you need iqama. Read More

ChanPark replied to a thread
11 years ago
javaclinic

Problem during business visa (6months) with out Iqama by javaclinic

HI, What could be the potential problem/hurdles/issues one can face when his company say like this " We will bring you as Business visit visa and once you are here we will process you iqama " this can take 6-12 months. what could be the issue ...

ChanPark

Mmm. I will ask if that is possible. Read More

ChanPark replied to a thread
11 years ago
javaclinic

Problem during business visa (6months) with out Iqama by javaclinic

HI, What could be the potential problem/hurdles/issues one can face when his company say like this " We will bring you as Business visit visa and once you are here we will process you iqama " this can take 6-12 months. what could be the issue ...

ChanPark

Yes, Business VISA is only given to the men and he cannot sponsor his family a VISA. Therefore, no family member can get Business VISA. If bringing the family is a must, I would not accept the job offer with 6 month Business VISA. Read More

ChanPark replied to a thread
11 years ago
javaclinic

Problem during business visa (6months) with out Iqama by javaclinic

HI, What could be the potential problem/hurdles/issues one can face when his company say like this " We will bring you as Business visit visa and once you are here we will process you iqama " this can take 6-12 months. what could be the issue ...

ChanPark

Zeeshan, what about renting a car ? I got tired of having the Saudi driver who comes early/late for pick up. So, my company is renting car that only costs $300 monthly with a letter authorizing me to drive the car as an international driver. Yes, ... Read More

ChanPark replied to a thread
11 years ago
javaclinic

Problem during business visa (6months) with out Iqama by javaclinic

HI, What could be the potential problem/hurdles/issues one can face when his company say like this " We will bring you as Business visit visa and once you are here we will process you iqama " this can take 6-12 months. what could be the issue ...

ChanPark

You cannot get a drivers license nor open up a bank account unless you have iqama. I am in the same situation. With family, you need to take taxi everywhere and not convenient. I think you need iqama to get local cell phone and wireless broad ... Read More

ChanPark replied to a thread
11 years ago
Stevenzam

Al-Waha Garden Village by Stevenzam

Can anyone give me some information on Al-Waha Garden Village? I'm moving to KSA and want to what this compound is like. Cheers Steve

ChanPark

Hi. Can you provide directions to this compound? I am picking up my friend and I have no idea where it is. Thanks. - Chan Read More

ChanPark replied to a thread
11 years ago
hmh287

First Bowling Get Together - 14.09.2013 (Saturday) by hmh287

DEAR ALL, I would like to invite all the members of Expat-blog.com / Riyadh to attend the First Bowling Get Together, VENUE Intercontinental Bowling Alley, Intercontinental Hotel, Riyadh DATE & TIME 14.09.2013 (Saturday) 07:30 PM to 10:00 ...

ChanPark

I will attend also. Read More

ChanPark created a thread
11 years ago

Korean restaurants or grocery store in Jeddah?

Hi, I am Korean male living in Riyadh and I will be managing building construction in Jeddah soon. I will be in Jeddah in three weeks. Is there any Korean restaurants or grocery store in Jeddah? Thank you, Young Chan (Chan) Park Korean-American ... Read More

ChanPark replied to a thread
11 years ago
Ruby Sterling

weekend trip ideas by Ruby Sterling

Ruby Sterling from Down Under, working in Riyadh as an English teacher...enjoys being active i.e. swimming, travelling, and trying different cuisines... Looking for an awesome spot for swimming- weekend trips maybe... Interested in language ...

ChanPark

Thanks! Read More

ChanPark replied to a thread
11 years ago
Ruby Sterling

weekend trip ideas by Ruby Sterling

Ruby Sterling from Down Under, working in Riyadh as an English teacher...enjoys being active i.e. swimming, travelling, and trying different cuisines... Looking for an awesome spot for swimming- weekend trips maybe... Interested in language ...

ChanPark

Where is FAL compound located? I have heard of all these compounds and I have been here since March and I have only been to DQ (Diplomatic Quarters). Read More