@flee27
Korean expat in Bahrain
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39 posts
About me
Korean
Lives in saar
Registration: 19 February 2015
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Will my salary be enough to live a normal life in Bahrain? by RedTornado
Hello, My employer has given me the opportunity to move to Bahrain for at least 2 years. If I decide to accept I will move with my wife and 2 sons age 7 and 10. I will be moving from the UK. The company will pay fully for the private school ...
There are a few things you need to consider. These are purely based on my experience and may not issues for your family. 1. you need separate allowance for school fees. you will pay about 2800 BD for both kids three times a year. If your company ... Read More
Budaiya Highway Traffic by mbauer279
Hello everyone! We are in the final stages of house hunting in the Saar/Janabiya/Jasra/Hamala areas. While my husband will do the causeway commute, I will be heading over to Muharraq daily. When I mentioned to a friend that we were considering ...
Budaiya Hwy and Janabiya Hwy are all busy in the morning and evening. recent police check is making worse. I think you will be tired than your husband but between Saudi and Muharraq there are not many choices for you. As you mentioned Sarr, Jasra, ... Read More
Calculation of Indemnity for 4 years of service by Thiagu
Can anyone guide me for the calculation of my indemnity for my 4 years of service for a same company in bahrain..i heard that for the first three years it will be calculated as 1/2 of the salary / year... means for first three years it will be 3 ...
Compared to Article 116 referred by Farhaz, Article 47 below can also be noted. Article 47 'The worker’s rights related to the end of service indemnity and the compensation for the annual leaves balance specified in Article 59 as well as ... Read More
Civil engineer salary package in NZ and Tax? Cost of living there? by sagarhl
I am Sagar, working as a QA/QC civil engineer in Qatar, now getting calls from the Visa Agents telling that my profile is highly demanded in NZ, and also eligible to get NZ PR for five years. 1.Now i had daubt that how soon i will be getting the ...
Tax more than 20% Salary Around $ 70000 nz per year Depending on where you will be big cities like chch. hard to save with one income. Read More
Intro- Potential Expat to Bahrain from Kenya by gkimani
Hi guys, am currently in advanced discussions with a private company in Bahrain for a position in Manama. Am Kenyan n IT management expert with 15years of experience. Can anyone help with a general indicator of salary range expectation for a ...
from my experience, the company normally has a policy regarding allowance for School, Housing, Car, medical, social security, bonuses, relocation, flights, .... for the same level of employees. I could not negotiate these things but if you are not ... Read More
Accomodation not too far from St Christopher's school? by Sha27
Hi, We are coming to live in Bahrain. Our daughter is hopefully going to St Christopher's school. We are looking for a 2 bed apt with pool and gym. Can anyone advise us where is a good area that is not too far from the school and beach/park area ...
from my experience, yes it is hard to get a space at SC school. when I applied early this year I have been told the waiting list is about six months long and there is no guarantee after 6 months. but for British national it may be easier than ... Read More
Safety in Bahrain by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Bahrain? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
Generally speaking I feel safe here in Bahrain except a few things. I have been here only three months though. I feel not safe when I drive. I feel not safe when I walk along the road. Read More
Accomodation not too far from St Christopher's school? by Sha27
Hi, We are coming to live in Bahrain. Our daughter is hopefully going to St Christopher's school. We are looking for a 2 bed apt with pool and gym. Can anyone advise us where is a good area that is not too far from the school and beach/park area ...
the easiest way is to engage with agent. look for this website. plenty agents are waiting for you. http://www.bahrainpropertyworld.com/ Read More
Fasting with kids?? by Kbayrak
Hi. Just a quick question. I know that things are pretty strickt with ramadan and this is for my husband and i not a probelm (as we are islam anyway) but my children havent had to fast. How strict is it in bahrain when it comes to children? Are they ...
Anyone have any idea at the airport? Bahrain and Abu Dhabi? Read More
things need to know for my family in Saar? Hospital, Supermarket, Bank
I am in Saar now and my family including two kids will be here end of this month. I need to know a few things before they reach here. hospital - where is the closest and good hospital with 24 hrs ER in Saar? patrol station - where are they in ... Read More
Fasting with kids?? by Kbayrak
Hi. Just a quick question. I know that things are pretty strickt with ramadan and this is for my husband and i not a probelm (as we are islam anyway) but my children havent had to fast. How strict is it in bahrain when it comes to children? Are they ...
This is the first time in the middle east country and the first Ramadan for my family. I need more details. I think except inside of my house everywhere is public because people can watch us, inside the car, inside the apartment or compounds, car ... Read More
Any playgroups for 6 years old in Saar? by mamajhoe
Hi. I just want to know if there are any playgroups for 6 yrs old in Saar as we just moved in and wants to meet new kids and parents as well. Thanks. Also any tutorial school specializes in Reading? TIA.
I am in Saar. My family is not here yet but coming end of this month. I have a six years old daughter as well and she will be happy to see some new friends. I am interested in a playgroup too. Read More
Fresh graduate in structure civil engineer position by Raymond_aditya
Hi all, I'm new in this forum..I have some question about living in Bahrain.. I got offer around 1000 BHD (no accommodation and no ticket flights) per month as civil structure engineer, what I want to ask : 1) Is this salary are good enough to ...
I think it is right. common bill seems a bit high but depending on what you included. Read More
Fresh graduate in structure civil engineer position by Raymond_aditya
Hi all, I'm new in this forum..I have some question about living in Bahrain.. I got offer around 1000 BHD (no accommodation and no ticket flights) per month as civil structure engineer, what I want to ask : 1) Is this salary are good enough to ...
depending on your life style. accommodation 250 bd (get an apartment all included) food 250 bd car rental 150 bd fuel 10 bd mobile phone 10 bd is that first offer? go for more. Read More
School uniform prices? by Kbayrak
Hi guys... Just wondered if anyone can tell me roughly what the school uniforms cost (reception & year 1) as we dont have them here in Austria. Thanks
I have been the shop today. They are 8 to 12 bd depending on what it is. shirts and pants 8 to 10 bd. jackets 10 to 12 bd. 30% sale on now until end of this month. Read More