ChanPark
MemberAmerican expat in Saudi Arabia
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About me
American
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks American, Korean, little Spanish
Registration: 08 June 2013
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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
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
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 ...
"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
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 ...
Mmm. I will ask if that is possible. Read More
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 ...
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
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 ...
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
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 ...
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
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
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
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 ...
I will attend also. Read More
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
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 ...
Thanks! Read More
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 ...
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