@houstonian
Saudi expat in the USA
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Lives in Georgia
Registration: 05 October 2011
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resignation by Racso123
Assalam Alaikum Friends I just want to know what are the process of resigning here in KSA? I am 1 year and 2 months here in my current employer and my contract is 2 years but I don't like to work here anymore. And secondly Im not happy with my job ...
One month advanced noticed and if your company is good they will release you to the new employerThose are the magic words, right? So what happens when thisis not the case? Read More
Saudi Expatriate's visa requirements for UAE. by harooon
Hi All, I have been to UAE twice in last 14 months once through Batha border by road and once by air, both times; I got on-arrival visist visa without a glitch. My profession type is not the question here. I have heard a new rumour that Saudi ...
if ur relatives already got the visa and if u have the copy u can travel with that copy to dubaifrom KSA. make sure that ur relative submitted the originals to airport before you reach dubai so that emigration in dubai will allow you to move out ... Read More
Saudi Expatriate's visa requirements for UAE. by harooon
Hi All, I have been to UAE twice in last 14 months once through Batha border by road and once by air, both times; I got on-arrival visist visa without a glitch. My profession type is not the question here. I have heard a new rumour that Saudi ...
Dear HRGURU actually i have relatives in Dubai currently working there and they are the one who will process my entry VISIT visa my question is will that visit VISA will allow me to enter dubai,or once i received the VISA from Dubai, do i need to ... Read More
Traffic in Riyadh by gonzrule
Hi Guys, I just want to know. How bad is traffic in Riyadh? Any estimated figure would give me a clear picture. I am planning to go there next week on the weekend, and I have quite a tight schedule. I would appreciate your help. cheers, Rei
It takes a min of 30-45 mins these days in Ryd to get from one end to another, and this is if traffic is moderate. If there are some accidents or idiots on the way then you can add another hour more on that.OK - I have to say this comment made me ... Read More
Traffic in Riyadh by gonzrule
Hi Guys, I just want to know. How bad is traffic in Riyadh? Any estimated figure would give me a clear picture. I am planning to go there next week on the weekend, and I have quite a tight schedule. I would appreciate your help. cheers, Rei
Hi Guys, I just want to know. How bad is traffic in Riyadh? Any estimated figure would give me a clear picture.I am not quite sure what "estimated figure" you are asking for. Traffic in Riyadh, especially along major streets - Olaya, King Fahad, ... Read More
internet restrictions? by texas rose
We'll be moving to Jubail by the end of the year. I have an adult son that will be coming with us. He has Asperger's Syndrome, which is on the autism spectrum, so socialization is difficult for him. To re-charge, he spends time online, doing ...
Thank you both so much!! What is a VPN and HFA?VPN stands for Virtual Private Network. Here is a link to some information regarding VPNs. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_private_network In the context of what you mentioned regarding your ... Read More
Will be in Riyadh this end of the month.. by ilivetorace
Hey guys! I just got my Saudi "Commercial Visa" today! Just wanted to know if I will have any problems on the Philippine Airport or in the Saudi Airport if I even pass there. Thank you and hope to get some responses soon. Warmly, Kris
@houstonian : "Commercial" is business visit visaShukran - never heard it referred to as a commercial visa. :) Read More
Will be in Riyadh this end of the month.. by ilivetorace
Hey guys! I just got my Saudi "Commercial Visa" today! Just wanted to know if I will have any problems on the Philippine Airport or in the Saudi Airport if I even pass there. Thank you and hope to get some responses soon. Warmly, Kris
I just got my Saudi "Commercial Visa" today!OK - I am biting. What is a "Commercial Visa"? I should have googled first. Hahaha. I now know what a "Commercial Visa" is. Anyway, if you obtained the visa legally (from the Saudi Arabian Embassy), ... Read More
First Month in Saudi Arabia - Riyadh by harrynowers
Hi all, I see all e-mails etc starts with Dear............ I am from South Africa and specially from Cape Town area. There we have a much more relaxed approach. My first month in Riyadh was one of getting my Iqama, my drivers licence and trying to ...
Dear Harry, (sorry - could not resist!!) Welcome to the Magic Kingdom!!! It does take a while to get used to everything here. I have been here almost 2 years now and the whole work week thing is still difficult to comprehend at times. I just ... Read More
Leaving states soon for KFSHRC by omamar1228
I am leaving Virginia Beach May 16 to start working in the ER at KFSHRC. Excited one min and scared the next. Trying to learn some Arabic. Looking forward to new friends and hash hound running. Just shouting out a hello to everyone. Any tips before ...
Welcome (soon) to the Magic Kingdom!! Some tips: 1. Keep an open mind 2. Keep your expectations (very) low 3. Bring lots and lots of patience Safe travels!! (Say hello to my uncle in VB for me!!) Read More
Where are best cakes and pastries in Khobar? by gonzrule
I am dying for some quality cakes and pastries, and all I can find are "crap". Krispy Kreme and Dunkin Donuts are the only exception. :-)
Try the store called LAVISH. Do not remember where it is located but the number is 03.867.6839 Read More
Additonal cost to work on a Business Visa? by PMUSA
I've received more information about a position in Riyadh that I am being considered for. The plan would be to bring me on a six month business visa. This would basically be a probation period for the position. At some point during this time, if ...
I know they say I will have to leave the country every 30 days while on the business visa.If you are a US passport holder, then you will most likely receive a 5 year business visa with a duration of stay of 6 months. So no need to exit the country ... Read More
3 Days Old!!! by billhewson
Well been here three days and already want to runaway. Instead would settle to meet some canadain s to have coffe with go out for dinner. I am single working at PNU living in the Holiday Inn for now until I find some place nice hopefully in a ...
Well been here three days and already want to runaway.Welcome to the Magic Kingdom. :) Read More
Hello Riyadh!! by onetree
Hi Im james from Ireland, been on this before but left saudi and now am back again to enjoy the delights of this great kingdom.....anyhow, im contactable anytime ...know the place quite well ....by! james
Welcome back to the Magic Kingdom, James! Read More