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Bangladeshi looking for information about Jordan

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Registration: 28 May 2010

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akthar replied to a thread
13 years ago
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crime in amman - how safe? by akthar

is there a no go area? anyone experienced any violence or burglary?

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shirazi, you mentioned on the forum you dont speak arabic and you walk around by yourself and people may easilly mistake you for a native. You sound like someone who has difficulty understanding the people and the culture and may contribute towards ... Read More

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13 years ago
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is there a property ownership restriction in jordan? by akthar

Hi, Can a foereign citizen own land, or appartments in jordan? Is there an ownership restriction? can one own freehold properties in jordan? What about owning restaurant unit in a shopping mall? is it avalable for long lease ownership with no rent? ...

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that's a surprise..then how is it that there are other nationalities who own properties in amman? I am trying to understand this, you mention a foreign businessman may buy and sell - a person would have to own an item such as a villa/appartment ... Read More

akthar replied to a thread
13 years ago
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is there a property ownership restriction in jordan? by akthar

Hi, Can a foereign citizen own land, or appartments in jordan? Is there an ownership restriction? can one own freehold properties in jordan? What about owning restaurant unit in a shopping mall? is it avalable for long lease ownership with no rent? ...

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thanks for this.. once you own a property, can you get unlimted residency in jordan or does one need to renew the visa on a regular basis? i am a british citizen..does this make a difference? Read More

akthar created a thread
13 years ago

is there a property ownership restriction in jordan?

Hi, Can a foereign citizen own land, or appartments in jordan? Is there an ownership restriction? can one own freehold properties in jordan? What about owning restaurant unit in a shopping mall? is it avalable for long lease ownership with no rent? ... Read More

akthar replied to a thread
14 years ago
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rent in amman for 3 bed flat - what is a reasonable price by akthar

Hi I am considering to either rent or purchase a property in amman. Please advise me on reasoble prices to rent. I am surprised to find here that some people are paying 700jod for monthly rent in amman. in Egypt my brother in law pays equivalent to ...

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Hi Malak Thanks for this offer, its the sort of thing that i wanted on this thread. The location may not be suitable for me as i am wanting to send my children to a school in shafa badran and I want to live within walking distance. In shafa ... Read More

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14 years ago
Cris_brasilian girl

Marriage to a Palestinian-Jordanian guy by Cris_brasilian girl

Hello! My name is Cris, I'm 28 years old and I am Brazilian. In my culture we love, hospitable, cheerful, warm. I intend to live in Amman for a year to study and work. I am corresponding with a Palestinian who lives in Amman, he says who wants to ...

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hi Chris, i apologise in advance if i cause any offence: i currently live in uk and so have experience with all cultures and people, including people from brazil. my thaughts on this thread is that it all seems very silly and rather immature. Are ... Read More

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14 years ago
Cris_brasilian girl

Marriage to a Palestinian-Jordanian guy by Cris_brasilian girl

Hello! My name is Cris, I'm 28 years old and I am Brazilian. In my culture we love, hospitable, cheerful, warm. I intend to live in Amman for a year to study and work. I am corresponding with a Palestinian who lives in Amman, he says who wants to ...

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Cris, in response to lyardanetz. I am a muslim. muslims are not allowed to force anyone to become muslim. Islam teaches men to treat their wife with respect and honour and to be gentle and kind to the wife. marriage is not just about emotions and ... Read More

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14 years ago
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rental market - flooded or under supply? by akthar

Hi [1] What is the rental market like in amman? is there lots of properties to choose from or very little? [2] When trying to agree on a rent, are the initial asking prices realistic or is there an expectation that you negotiate the price down to ...

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well done caised..the type of advise i have been looking for. Read More

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14 years ago
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rental market - flooded or under supply? by akthar

Hi [1] What is the rental market like in amman? is there lots of properties to choose from or very little? [2] When trying to agree on a rent, are the initial asking prices realistic or is there an expectation that you negotiate the price down to ...

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that's very expensive..is this a price for the whole of amman or the top areas? e.g. what about rental prices in jubeiha or shafa badran? Read More

akthar replied to a thread
14 years ago
AmanInAmman

This place can be quite lonely by AmanInAmman

It's an odd feeling. A city so busy, filled with people motion and commotion, but for someone not from here, its different. Maybe that's the expat experience. This is my first time. Maybe its just something to get used to, something to push away, on ...

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Hello AmanInAmman, a suggestion that may be useful (if interested in local community): From my experience in travelling middle East and Jordan, I would suggest if one is a muslim to go to your local mosque for prayer that way you can also get to ... Read More

akthar replied to a thread
14 years ago
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rental market - flooded or under supply? by akthar

Hi [1] What is the rental market like in amman? is there lots of properties to choose from or very little? [2] When trying to agree on a rent, are the initial asking prices realistic or is there an expectation that you negotiate the price down to ...

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Hi AmanInAmman, thanks for your response. I am planning to move to amman at the end of September. I will probably initially come with my wife and stay at hotels for 3 weeks whilst looking around for flats and schoools for my children. I am looking ... Read More

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14 years ago
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rental market - flooded or under supply? by akthar

Hi [1] What is the rental market like in amman? is there lots of properties to choose from or very little? [2] When trying to agree on a rent, are the initial asking prices realistic or is there an expectation that you negotiate the price down to ...

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yes i did thank you. Read More

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14 years ago
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arabic school for children by akthar

Hi I am seeking good Arabic speaking school for my children. Preferably a boys only school and a girls only school. My children are below the age of 6 years. Could anyone recommend me any suitable schools? I am also looking to rent or purchase a 3 ...

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thanks had a look at the link: http://www.sabqacademy.com seems good for adult learning but not for children to cover full schooling/curriculum for their age. I want to bring the children here to amman so they learn arabic and quran for a few years ... Read More

akthar replied to a thread
14 years ago
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rental market - flooded or under supply? by akthar

Hi [1] What is the rental market like in amman? is there lots of properties to choose from or very little? [2] When trying to agree on a rent, are the initial asking prices realistic or is there an expectation that you negotiate the price down to ...

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to rent flat Read More

akthar created a thread
14 years ago

crime in amman - how safe?

is there a no go area? anyone experienced any violence or burglary? Read More