Sam
@oiltownblues
Australian expat in Brunei
Forum
48 posts
About me
Australian
Lives in bandar seri bagawan
Speaks chinese,english,malay 1/3
Registration: 19 April 2011
Activity
Premarital Sex - Can Man and Woman live together if unmarried? by Tranquilo
Are Expats permitted to have sexual relations if they are not married (boyfriend + Girlfriend)? Can a woman or man stay at the others house overnight? Is this enforced? What are the penalties?
Q:Are Expats permitted to have sexual relations if they are not married (boyfriend + Girlfriend)? A;yes if you carry royal blood,no if you dont but of course we are talking about expats...just dont be too BLOO... Dy obvious like western ... Read More
Driving in Brunei by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Brunei? 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 style ...
BEWARE OF DRIVERS(MEN) WEARING WHITE CAPS! These are holy caps representing their status in muslim society. They are some what above the law and expect the right of way! having been to Mecca and back they have the holy right to wear GOD'S ... Read More
The other side of the Bruneian postcard by Julien
Hi, As a tourist in a foreign country, very often, we are enchanted with what we discover. Living abroad is different. It's a rich experience but there are also some difficulties to face. When people ask me for advice on living abroad, I ...
Ive witnessed and heard horror stories of foreigners treated with disrespect in road traffic incidences. The locals want to feel special but I've never seen punches pulled. Read More
Permanently live and work in brunai by iamadeniyi
How i can permanently live and work in brunai
Imadeniyi better you live here for a couple of years before making that decision. In a nutshell nationalism is strong and security is good but entertainment is lacking. You must be really special to become a citizen as a new foreigner. So what ... Read More
Compare Living in Miri and Brunei by epel
Hi, I am new to this forum. I am about to receive a job offer to work in Brunei but am wondering if I should move. I am a Malaysian Chinese and am currently working in Miri. Both jobs in Miri and Brunei are in the same industry but with different ...
Epel You Are Safer In Brunei Than In Miri. I Like Most Expats And Bruneians Feel Very Insecure When We Are In Miri.. We Hear And Read On A Regular Basis Of Bruenians And Anyone Not Looking Local Robbed, Vehicles Tampered And Stolen And Other Nasty ... Read More
Opening a bank account in Brunei by Julien
Hi all, is it difficult for expats to open a bank account in Brunei ? Which documents are required to open a bank account in Brunei ? How long does it take to open it ? Is there any restriction for expats regarding the services (loans ...
Luckily Its Easy To Open A Bank Account In Brunei Thanks To FDI.. You Will Need Your Valid Passport, If Your Employed In Brunei Then A Letter Of Reference From Your Current Employer.a Nice Smile To the Opposite Sex Dealing With You And About One ... Read More
Permanently live and work in brunai by iamadeniyi
How i can permanently live and work in brunai
Live In Brunei For 20 Odd Years And Fill Out A Form, Or If Ur Born Female Marry A Local. Then The Govt.may Hand U A PR I.C (PERNAMENT IDENTITY CARD ) Read More
searching for a safe country to retire to. by palmtree22
I am 62 years old, live in the USA and am looking for countries that are still considered safe places to live. I have traveled a lot throughout parts of Latin America and always had a great time, but unfortunately many of those places have changed ...
I have an uncle in his early seventies who is retired and living in Chiang Mai in northern Thailand. Apparently it's pretty safe, cost of living is low and there are good medical facilities close by. The climate there is better than most parts of ... Read More
searching for a safe country to retire to. by palmtree22
I am 62 years old, live in the USA and am looking for countries that are still considered safe places to live. I have traveled a lot throughout parts of Latin America and always had a great time, but unfortunately many of those places have changed ...
What is safe? I can walk down dark alleys in the middle of the night around here, but I pay more for just about everything because I'm white. We also have enough smog to choke an Ork.What are you doing there?is by choice or your forced ? Are you ... Read More
searching for a safe country to retire to. by palmtree22
I am 62 years old, live in the USA and am looking for countries that are still considered safe places to live. I have traveled a lot throughout parts of Latin America and always had a great time, but unfortunately many of those places have changed ...
Hi Mr Palmtree22 There is a saying "you can't have your cake and eat it" some would say American foreign policy has made it difficult for people like you who want to enjoy their retirement in a foriegn state! I can only tell you where I have lived ... Read More
How to find a job in Brunei by expat.com
Hi, Are you an expat living in Brunei? Let's share your experience! What is the best way to find a job in Brunei? The Internet? Please tell us which are the most useful / effective websites for job seekers in Brunei. Recruitment agencies? Have ...
Mmmh ok for the lucky ones who may land a job here,just beware the treatment and behavior towards foreign workers are not symmetrical. this is the way it is here,they expect you to understand this unwritten rule And they will love you for it,it ... Read More
5 good reasons for living in Brunei by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Brunei, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
Cheap fuel 53 cents and 31cents per litre for petrol and diesel(cheapest in the region,with exception of foreign registered vehicles in Brunei paying more) Friendly police Friendly people Cheap local food Low to zero tax depending on your ... Read More
What is it like working for an oil company? by andrewc2003
Im in the UK currently looking for work in Brunei, i was wondering if anyone had any information on what to expect when i arrive? I hear there are expat like areas provided by some companies would rent included if you worked for the company?
WHAT IS IT LIKE WORKING AN OIL COMPANY...? if you mean Brunei Shell and your not a "son of Brunei "then you can forget rising to the top of the ladder. After reading the Shell Policy or between the lines then you may consider again working for ... Read More
Driving license in Brunei by Armand
Hi all, Can a foreigner take the driving test in Brunei? What are the formalities to get a drivers licence in Brunei? Do you need special or extra documents being an expatriate? How much does it cost? Thank you for participating ...
For $200 dollars an agent will waiver all the above if your a busy person. LOL and sorry I can't help if your going through the proper channels.... Read More
Do and don't in Brunei by expat.com
Are you living in Brunei? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in Brunei? Could you please share with us a list of the do's and don't's in Brunei? Thanks!
If both of you don't look local then from my experience you should have no problem from the religious police. It depends on the neighborhood where you will be staying,most won't bother reporting unless you and your friend create unecessary ... Read More