Joe
@cutejoe
English expat in the United Arab Emirates
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24 posts
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About me
English
Lives in AUH, DXB, Portsmouth(U.K.)
Speaks English
Registration: 08 May 2010
Activity
Can i accept the job offer by sindy90
Hi guys, I ended up attending an interview for a software company for a role of senior web developer. But the position they are offering me is a managerial one wherein team leads report to me. The role seems fine but the salary they are offering me ...
absolutely a non starter!:( Read More
What to expect? Help! by AngryBird21
Hello, I am a healthcare manager with MSc degree and 8 yrs experience. BEen living in DXB for 6 yrs .Now, I am offered this opportunity as Clinic Manager by one of the top centers in AD. How much should I ask for (incase I totally relocate there or ...
chk inbox Read More
EXPAT BLOG meet up - 27/08 - 9 p.m. - Horizon Lounge at Habtour Grand by joylok
After 2 successful meets, to whcih i could not make up, here's proposing Third meet on August 14. It should be fun to meet in open space: 1. Jumeriah Beach 2. Fujiarah Beach - logistics will be problem - but this is very peaceful and can help in ...
Sorry couldn't make it as im still stuck in Qatar for work was supposed to be able to make i sincerely appolgise the team for making the efforts and will hopefully b bale to make it next time Read More
New members in Abu Dhabi? who are you? by expat.com
Welcome on Expat.com! :) Did you recently register on Expat.com? Did you recently arrive in Abu Dhabi? Since how long are you living in Abu Dhabi? Let's get acquainted! What brought you in UAE and more particularly to Abu Dhabi? What are your ...
Is anyone here?? Read More
Do's and don't do's in Dubai by expat.com
Are you living in Dubai? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in Dubai? Could you please share with us a list of the do's and don't's in Dubai? Thanks!
NEVER drink and drive! Read More
EXPAT BLOG meet up - 27/08 - 9 p.m. - Horizon Lounge at Habtour Grand by joylok
After 2 successful meets, to whcih i could not make up, here's proposing Third meet on August 14. It should be fun to meet in open space: 1. Jumeriah Beach 2. Fujiarah Beach - logistics will be problem - but this is very peaceful and can help in ...
so is the date fixed 27th aug? and venue?pls can u confirm the venue as well>? Read More
looking for friends in Abu Dhabi by Jasun37
Hello! I´m a spanish woman and, the next month, I´m moving to Abu Dhabi. My husband is already there. He´s an architect and we´ll spend much time in United Arab Emirates. I´d like to meet people from different countries to spend a pleasant stay... ...
i think a perfect get-to-gether after ramadan in a cool pub or club will b kinda perfect ice-breaker:) Read More
UAE Visa types by Mila_777
29 July 2008 - New visa rules start 29 July 2008 - New visa rules apply from 07:30 this morning (as opposed to 01 August 2008 as previously stated). Conflicting reports in the press, based on conflicting statements from various officials, has left ...
the law is very dynamic here:( keeps changing everyday at times! so best is always to check with the immigration office for latest updates:( Read More
Fuel Prices in UAE? by Arab_Female
Would u consider selling your car in case fuel prices hit unacceptable rate in UAE??:/
@ arab_female - agreed . with the way things are going its best to stick to a basic 4 cylinder car:(grrrrr Read More
hepatitis B infection by jajuchi
hi guys, I have been offered a managerial position in Dubai and the offer is really good. My only concern is that I am a passive Hepatitis B carrier. I have it since way back 1993. My wife does not have it and so are my kids. The company wants me ...
its not worth the rey as they might reject u based on final medical tests done for the residency visa:( Read More
sponser brother in uae. by w_ali
Hi, Is it possible to sponser brother in UAE? Please provide the procedure for the same. thanks.
nope you cannot sponsor ur brother in uae unless he's independednt on his own job with his own sponsor Read More
VPN or Proxy accounts? by Sandman6
I understand that the blocked websites can be accessed by buying a VPN or proxy server account before arriving in UAE What VPN's are people using and what is the cost? Do the accounts allow for multiple users, or is it just one user per account?
refrain from any VPN software as its being strictly monitored! Read More
Visa application for UAE from UK by Sandman6
For those nationalities who are in the UK and who require a visitor visa to enter the UAE, there is only one method of application: Do not apply at the UAE embassy in London, or through Etihad or Emirates airlines. The UAE embassy only handles some ...
This ia really appreciated Topic and note you have posted here Thanks as well Read More
What is your opinion on Internet packages in United Arab Emirates? by FeeAcer
What do you think of the Internet Offer In UAE? Which package would you recommend? Thanks for your input!
if its basic one to 3 users then the 256 kbps for AED 149 is god however if needs are heavy as to download movies , music and do live streaming then a good 1Mbps is good Under etisalats new Elife offer 1Mbps is like AED 249 which is much much ... Read More