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Ali

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Lives in Mishref

Registration: 03 October 2011

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xcurse replied to a thread
11 years ago
Indianajones1

Moving to Kuwait soon by Indianajones1

Hi there, I am a medical school professor and will be moving from Germany to Kuwait soon where I will work at a new medical university in an administrative/executive position. I would appreciate some feedback on a number of issues that I have been ...

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1. What exactly are the formalities that I will have to do once I get to Kuwait? Your company will probably prepare everything for you, you'll find your entry VISA ready at the airport. 2. The university will be located in Al Egaila Block 6. I ... Read More

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xcurse replied to a thread
13 years ago
GuestPoster1

Recommendations on gym membership (male)--- by GuestPoster1

Hi, all, Seems like the public gyms here are extraordinarily expensive. Anyone have a good gym they go to regularly? I was thinking about Platinum Mahboula (because it's within walking distance of my house) or the Hilton on the coast. The ...

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Radisson SAS Viking Club, good male/female gym. i would say its atleast over 100kd monthly. Read More

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xcurse created a thread
13 years ago

Places to visit in Kuwait

Kuwait / Kuwait City Kuwait City, the capital of the Emirate of Kuwait, has seen the excesses of both wealth and war in recent years. Despite its chequered history, however, it is one of the most vibrant, attractive cities in an otherwise ... Read More

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xcurse replied to a thread
13 years ago
ania_lachut

Amazon - do they deliver here? by ania_lachut

Hi All, while i was still in Warsaw, I tried few times to get some books and other stuff delivered to our Kuwait address - mushkila, every time was told "sorry, choose different destination". Is there any way around it? I know that in UAE some of ...

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If you want a US address I would recommend (MyUS) (MyUS.com). They offer addresses in USA, much cheaper than Aramex, faster delivery. And I believe Amazon ships directly to Kuwait, you do not need a US address unless your ordering electronics, but ... Read More

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xcurse replied to a thread
13 years ago
AlexHawi

Moving to Kuwait soon by AlexHawi

Hey everyone, I'm Lebanese 22 and moving to Kuwait in December, I've been offered a few job opportunities and will be interviewed in December. I already went to kuwait 2 years ago for about a month and found it to be a real pleasant experience. I ...

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Budget car rental, in Kuwait Airport (Arrival) They just need your passport, dont go to any car shop to rent a car, go to the large car rental companies such is Budget, A1, Al Mulla,..etc most of them have offices in kuwait airport arrival area. Read More

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xcurse replied to a thread
13 years ago
arindamghosh007

Cost of Living in Kuwait by arindamghosh007

Dear Friends, I am an Indian senior HR professional with rich 20 years of international corporate exposure. I have got a job offer from Al-Kuwait and the salary is KD 2000 PM all inclusive HRA, TA. Internet, 2 Mobile connections are free. Well, ...

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You can spend 200kd monthly or spend 2000kd monthly, it is up to you, you can live in crappy building with crappy furniture in a crappy area for 100KD monthly, or you can rent a flat for 600KD monthly. you can eat cheap food or you can spend 100kd ... Read More

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xcurse replied to a thread
13 years ago
drlobo

Doctor moving to Kuwait... Kindly assist by drlobo

Hi Members, I am Dentist and am moving to Kuwait soon. I would like to know the following. 1. I have been offered a salary of 1200 KWD plus furnished accommodation. Is that a reasonable salary. 2. How is the Al-Jahra area to live. 3. What is ...

Ali

I dont recommend living in Jahra, try asking them for a better place. Read More

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xcurse replied to a thread
13 years ago
diarynigracia

Pls Help by diarynigracia

Hello to all, Where can I find a formal school training for Arabic Language. I can't find in Ads here. Many thanks. ================ http://diarynigracia.blogspot.com

Ali

Yup, Aware Center, and dont trust someone who says "I will teach you arabic", its better to go to a real class. Read More

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xcurse replied to a thread
13 years ago
Julien

Opening a bank account in Kuwait by Julien

Hi all, is it difficult for expats to open a bank account in Kuwait ? Which documents are required to open a bank account in Kuwait ? How long does it take to open it ? Is there any restriction for expats regarding the services (loans ...

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#1 bank in Kuwait is (NBK) And there are limits and restrictions for foreigners when taking loans, For Auto Loan: Maximum amount cannot exceed 15,000KD Minimum Salary to take loan should be 400KD Your monthly installment cannot exceed 40% of your ... Read More

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xcurse replied to a thread
13 years ago
Viva Liban

Any Lady Bookworms in Kuwait? Book Club for Women? by Viva Liban

Hello all, I have been looking for book clubs in Kuwait and came to the conclusion that it may be best to ask if anyone wanted to start a book club with me. We'd pick a book and in a month's time, we'd have it read so that we could meet up at a ...

Ali

I would suggest a place called (Book Cafe) A good place for ladies who love books to meet, its located in Omneya Complex(M2)in Salmiya Check out their facebook page, facebook.com/group.php?gid=31848999082&ref=mf Read More

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xcurse replied to a thread
13 years ago
inuyasha

work as nurse by inuyasha

hi.. im a filipina 24 years of age.. im a nurse in philippines and planning to work in kuwait.. im a little bit worried about my nature of work in kuwait.. will i be safe especially working in private hospitals or better yet settle for government ...

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it is safe to work in both government and private hospitals in Kuwait, but it is better to be workin in a private one because private hospitals are less crowded. Read More

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xcurse replied to a thread
13 years ago
SportsMan

Swimming in Kuwait - IN THE SEA! by SportsMan

Can someone indicate where one can swim in CLEAN waters between Fahaheel all the way to Saudi without having to tresspass on any Chalets..(as far away from the refinery as possible) I've done the 100kms or so of the so called Coastline and there is ...

Ali

Get a boat or a Jet-Ski and go to a place called "Al Hala", its about 10 minutes in boat/jetski from al zour power station, Cleanest water in Kuwait... and there's a small "island" (about 10 metres" that shows in the middle of sea for about 8 hours ... Read More

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xcurse replied to a thread
13 years ago
xtinalynn89

Meeting new people by xtinalynn89

Hey, My name is Christina. I am from the States and new to Kuwait. So far I'm finding. I'm just looking to meet some new people. If anyone knows of clubs or activities for expats please let me know. I am also interested in learning Arabic if ...

Ali

Ok Mr. Creeper, I was just joking with you but you took it seriously so that must mean you're truly a creeper! Read More

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xcurse replied to a thread
13 years ago
xtinalynn89

Meeting new people by xtinalynn89

Hey, My name is Christina. I am from the States and new to Kuwait. So far I'm finding. I'm just looking to meet some new people. If anyone knows of clubs or activities for expats please let me know. I am also interested in learning Arabic if ...

Ali

You seem to be one of the creepers kona Read More