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Tharindu

@tharinduwije

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Sri lankan expat in South Africa

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Sri lankan

Lives in Johannesburg, Gauteng

Speaks English,Sinhala

Registration: 05 September 2014

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Tharindu
tharinduwije replied to a thread
7 years ago
tharinduwije

Accommodation in Lagos by tharinduwije

Hi, Need some help.Looking for accommodation in Ikoyi,Victoria Island & Lekki . Do you know any good website or contact to find accommodation in those areas ? Tried to surf the net bumped in to some.But was not sure how reliable it ...

Tharindu

Thanks will get back to you soon Read More

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tharinduwije created a thread
7 years ago

Accommodation in Lagos

Hi, Need some help.Looking for accommodation in Ikoyi,Victoria Island & Lekki . Do you know any good website or contact to find accommodation in those areas ? Tried to surf the net bumped in to some.But was not sure how reliable it ... Read More

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7 years ago
linofrancisco38@yahoo.com

Make New Friends by linofrancisco38@yahoo.com

hi guys im lino from philippines id like to make friends esp my kababayan in lagos nigeria its my first time to work there.im in sales working at splash corporation for international operation.hope we could hear from you soon. God Bless

Tharindu

Hi, Do you know any good website or contact to find accommodation in those areas ? Tried to surf the net bumped in to some.But was not sure how reliable it is. makeitnigeria.com (admin remove if deemed unnecessary) saw some in this site,but was ... Read More

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tharinduwije replied to a thread
7 years ago
moerschh

How to get a local Sri Lankan driver license issued by moerschh

I moved to Sri Lanka a few months ago and at several police stops I was asked to show my driver licens. I only have a German one ( for Car and motorcycle ) and an International one issued in Germany. Anyone an idea how to get a local driver license ...

Tharindu

Hi, Local licensing centre is located in piliyandala (Werahera).I suggest you to get in contact with a local Driving school.They will tell you the way forward.Since you already have driver's license you can directly apply for the Practical ... Read More

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7 years ago
tharinduwije

Shipping to Worldwide from Durban by tharinduwije

Hi all, Do you know any reliable shipping companies that ship kitchen appliances ,furniture & electornic item to worldwide from durban ?Would really appreciate if you can mention some contacts & possible costs per cubic meter.

Tharindu

Thanks Sarvesh will do Read More

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tharinduwije created a thread
7 years ago

Shipping to Worldwide from Durban

Hi all, Do you know any reliable shipping companies that ship kitchen appliances ,furniture & electornic item to worldwide from durban ?Would really appreciate if you can mention some contacts & possible costs per cubic meter. Read More

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tharinduwije replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Mistakes expats make in South Africa by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to South Africa? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you ...

Tharindu

I dont think its this bad .Every country has there own culture & way of doing things.So I believe we need to respect it.Comparing it with another country will only add in to your frustration.Crime is unfortunately high in SA but if you are ... Read More

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tharinduwije replied to a thread
7 years ago
Peperoncina

Insight on expat life in Colombo by Peperoncina

Hello everyone, I was recently offered a good job in Colombo and am trying to gather as much info as possible to make my decision. Can you help me out? - Is it possible to live on the beach and work in Colombo? How far are the nice beaches from ...

Tharindu

My pleasure.Im from colombo.Even though im currently working abroad.If you give specific questions we all can help you up in no time. For me most were common questions.Feel free to ask in specific if you want more info. Read More

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tharinduwije replied to a thread
7 years ago
Peperoncina

Insight on expat life in Colombo by Peperoncina

Hello everyone, I was recently offered a good job in Colombo and am trying to gather as much info as possible to make my decision. Can you help me out? - Is it possible to live on the beach and work in Colombo? How far are the nice beaches from ...

Tharindu

Hi Peper, Hope this helps, - Is it possible to live on the beach and work in Colombo? How far are the nice beaches from town? Possible, Sri Lanka is surrounded by sea.so you can find quite resonable accomadation closer to the beach in Colombo - ... Read More

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tharinduwije replied to a thread
9 years ago
Christine

Things to do in Durban during the weekends by Christine

Hi, What do you usually do on your weekends in Durban? Are there any places to visit, any activities, any events or festivals regularly organized you would like to recommend? What are your top tips for the weekend in Durban? Thank you ...

Tharindu

Hi, Few Stuff we have done during the weekends.Hope it helps, Drakensberg & surrounding area-Awesome Howick-Belgium Choco Shop,Piggly Wiggly & St Ives( Nice Food) +Midlands Meander Howick Falls Birds of Prey-Bird Show is nice Lions ... Read More

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tharinduwije replied to a thread
9 years ago
SeraFran

Buy second hand goods by SeraFran

We just arrived in Sri Lanka and are looking for to buy second hand goods Does anyone have goods to sale or have sme infos ? Thank you in advance.

Tharindu

Hi tharinduwije, Thank you for your help :) Just want to let you know that the post of the initiator is dated 2013 here. Thank you StéphanieSorry for bumping up a old thread.May be someone will find it useful while they browse through old ... Read More

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tharinduwije replied to a thread
9 years ago
tharinduwije

Converting Spousal Visa to Work permit,Is it possible? by tharinduwije

Hi guys, Need some information regarding converting from spousal visa to work permit.I'm currently working as a consultant in Durban & my wife's on spousal visa.She has good education background & now looking to work in SA.Can you ...

Tharindu

Permanent Residence allows you to work, you do not need endorsment. On a temporary one you do, same as on spousal visa.HI Sally, Work permit goes under the category Temporary Resident I guess.To get a work endorsement for spousal Visa whats the ... Read More

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tharinduwije replied to a thread
9 years ago
SeraFran

Buy second hand goods by SeraFran

We just arrived in Sri Lanka and are looking for to buy second hand goods Does anyone have goods to sale or have sme infos ? Thank you in advance.

Tharindu

The best place to search is Facebook Groups.Try checking our & joining the Expat Srilanka & Srilanka Expats Buy & Sell Groups.They have many pre owned stuff.Hope it helps. Read More

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tharinduwije replied to a thread
9 years ago
Maximilien

Driving in Sri Lanka by Maximilien

Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Sri Lanka? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess… what are the characteristics of the driving ...

Tharindu

Adding to that if you are thinking of driving in Sri Lanka, You need be on high alert.Specially about Tri shows & Bicycles.The do not obey the road rule & always tend to do very sudden movements when you least expect it!! Read More

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tharinduwije replied to a thread
9 years ago
EvaGe

who can help me with translation? by EvaGe

Hi all, I'm Eefje, i lived in Sri Lanka when i was very young. From 2 till 4 together with my family because of my fathers job. Now i'd like to give my sister a present to remember our time in Sri Lanka and therefore i'd like to have ...

Tharindu

Can someone help me translate this in english please: Innawa. Unta pissu. Den wena ratak hoyanawa Monawa aluth case wage. Ayeth ehema thamayi please translate in english....Yaiks this sounds like somebody is pissed off.You got it from where? Read More