Tabish Ismail
@james.hamad
Canadian expat in the United Arab Emirates
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Sharjah
Speaks English
Registration: 11 September 2010
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22,500 AED PER MONTH! Enough to live off in Dubai? by NatalieBarry92
Is the above offer enough to live off comfortably in Dubai?
Hi NatalieBarry92, The amount you've mentioned should be fine .. however, it depends on where you'll be living because the major portion goes to rent.. I assume that you'll be moving alone here, so definitely you can manage easily and ... Read More
Living in Sharjah - Working in Dubai by waqito
Hi everyone I've been offered a job in Dubai. Have seen that housing is relatively cheaper in Sharjah compared to Dubai, so might as well move there. How easy is it to travel daily from Sharjah to Dubai? Have read that the traffic is ...
Hi waqito, definitely the traffic is too much during the peak hours but there are alot of people living in Sharjah and working in Dubai .. It depends on where your office is located and what are your working timings? If you have your own car, then ... Read More
Unpaid loans in UAE and moved to KSA by marioaspiras
My brother had work here in UAE for more than 5 years. He resigned in his company and moved to KSA for a new job since his previous employer can no longer pay them on time. He has 2 personal loans & credit cards balances. All of these loans are ...
Not quite sure, but it depends on the bank/authority whether they'll going to launch a case against him or not. Secondly, he should keep in touch with the bank, so that they can get the confirmation that he is not running away! Read More
DEWA QUESTIONS by Guestposter6513
I HAVE HERE QUESTION CAN ANY ONE HELP ME IN ? - ELECTRICAL WORKS AND HVAC WORKS ( SHALL CONTAIN CHILLERS) FOR A HIGH RISE BUILDING IS REQUIRED AS A SAMPLE . & THE CODE THAT CONTAINS THE CONDITIONS OF TRANSFORMER SUBSTATION ...
Hi Shaima, I think they're asking for the codes and standards (e.g. IEC/ANSI/NEMA etc.) Although the text is not clear, it's still confusing .. Is it for any tender/proposal? Can you please explain a bit? Read More
Meet New people in Dubai by Maya in dubai
Ladies and gentlemen, I'm Maya from Lebanon - came to Dubai in January but due to my hectic job, I couldn't meet friends to go out with and enjoy Dubai life. And now things are getting stable in my work so I feel I missed so much... I'm ...
Sounds good! Count me in :) Read More
Living, Job Questions. Need help - Sharjah by Siri14
Can a couple make a living with AED 6500 ? also, how much can i save ? ..and can we find job in Sharjah for a graduate with no experience ? is it easy to find a job for her ? what kind of jobs she can find ? ..wat would be the pay ? is it ok to ...
It's hard to survive with 6,500 aed, however, it's not impossible! you'll spend almost half of the amount on rent at an average place in Sharjah .. and I assume that you won't be having a car .. so taxis might be a bit expensive in ... Read More
Is 16k AED in Dubai Enough to survive with Family? by ashwinganesh
Hi All I have an offer from a real estate firm in dubai I have been offered the designation of a HR Manager. Salary 16k per month and 2k bonus per month, which is payable as a lumpsum every 6 months. No other benefits. I will be relocating with ...
Yes, the package is fine .. you can easily manage everything! Read More
Relocating to Dubai by natalinlorente
Hello everybody out there! My name is Natalin and i am moving to Dubai the first week of May. I was born and raised in Argentina but since my mother is Spanish ive lived in Europe too. Currently ive been living in the USA for about 8 years but got ...
Dear Ioana, Please note the reply. 1. Is it safe for a single woman to live there? Reply: Of course, it's totally normal .. a lot of single ladies are working and living here and they come from all parts of the world. 2. Rentals. I looked it ... Read More
Saudi Iqama Visa Holder wants to work in UAE by Pinkerbelle
Hi everyone! I would like to know your thoughts about my mom's status. She is currently in KSA working as a nanny and she wants to come here in the UAE on a visit visa and try to find a job. If she will be able to find a job here, she's ...
Hi everyone! I would like to know your thoughts about my mom's status. She is currently in KSA working as a nanny and she wants to come here in the UAE on a visit visa and try to find a job. If she will be able to find a job here, she's ... Read More
parents Vist visa by krishapril
Hi All, I need info for my parents visit visa,I want them to stay in Dubai for continious 6 months,but I know Dubai visit visa is valid only for 3 months also need to come out of dubai for a month and then they can travel for another 3 months. But ...
Hi krishapril, I guess there is an option to get the residence visa for your parents.. but there are certain conditions which includes min. salary of 20k AED, 2 bedroom apartment, cash deposit etc. Furthermore, you can only sponsor both of them .. ... Read More
5000 AED per month by Minalsangoi
My Husband got an offer of 5000 AED. Can anybody suggest is it favorable to accept this offer or should wait. 5000 basic salary, accommodation and travelling offered by company.
My Husband got an offer of 5000 AED. Can anybody suggest is it favorable to accept this offer or should wait. 5000 basic salary, accommodation and travelling offered by company.It's a bit on lower side Read More
New in RAK - what to do in a free time? by Traveling8
Hello, I just moved to RAK. Could you tell me what to do in a free time? Mention that im a girl and staying alone.
hiHello :P Read More
Relocation with family of 5 by jccotte
Hello, I've been offered a job with a package of 50.000 AED / month. I'll have to pay for my housing+transportation Everything (schools for the 3 kids+medical insurance+yearly tickets once a year for the family+life ins). Is it enought to ...
Hello, I've been offered a job with a package of 50.000 AED / month. I'll have to pay for my housing+transportation Everything (schools for the 3 kids+medical insurance+yearly tickets once a year for the family+life ins). Is it enought to ... Read More
Resident Permit timeline by romanway
I am expecting to relocate for work to RAK in July and would like a reaslitic timeline for how long it will take to process the RP. We intend to ship belongings/vehicles/pets with us and it would be great to have an idea of timelines for ...
Wow! That is entirely not what I exected! In Qatar it can take up to 3 months!! I'm guessing Ramadan may slow things down a little.I'm confused, because why it will take 3-months? Once your sponsor applies for the visa with all the ... Read More
cost of living by FRANCY GEORGE
Hai I got an offer from one company in Dubai Al Rashidiya area.They offer me 10000AED full package. Is it enough for a comfortable bachelor or family life in dubai?? How much can I save.. Plz suggest as it will help me to take a decision.. Thanks
A bit on a lower side, you can save if you live in Sharjah/Ajman.. but you've to face the traffic and you should drive to save time! Otherwise, bringing family will be really tough! Read More