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swissita2riyadh
Swiss expat in Saudi Arabia
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About me
Swiss, Married
Speaks English, Italian (native), German, French
Registration: 22 February 2024
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New members of the Saudi Arabia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Saudi Arabia forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
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@drriveramartinez88Hi Edgar,how can I help you? Read More
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New members of the Saudi Arabia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Saudi Arabia forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
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I have no experience about Medina, but some about KSA relocation as I just moved. What help do you need? Read More
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Can a FIREFIGHTER with hepatitis b work in Saudi Arabia ? by fumosatar
I had an offer in Saudi as FIREFIGHTER, but during my medical exams for the visa, I tested hepatitis b positive and I can not get treated because I'm not sick; its just that I have ever had it in the past. is Firefighter part of the 6 Categories of ...
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Although I have no direct experience with this specific problem, if I were you and genuinely interested in the job, I would proceed anyway. Read More
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how long it takes for Certificate accreditation ? by fahmishahzad
Hi,Can anyone knows how long it takes for Certificate accreditation. I have uploaded my documents on 26th of Feb 2024 on QVP platform, & I got reply to upload my marksheet on 29th of Feb 2024. Since than I am waiting but status shown is still ...
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@fahmishahzad If you are talking about professional accreditation. It takes up to 10 business days (2 weeks) Read More
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Expat Moving to Riyadh Non-Compound Advice by Khaz01
Hi everyone,I will be moving to Riyadh in the next couple of months and wanted some advice regarding non-compound accommodation. After looking at prices of compounds, I think I will be going for non-compound due to affordability. I am a single male ...
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@swissita2riyadh thanks for your reply! I was actually looking into Al Malqa as well. If you could share the contact of the estate agent that would be really helpful thank you. Hope your first week in Riyadh is going well! ... Read More
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Expat Moving to Riyadh Non-Compound Advice by Khaz01
Hi everyone,I will be moving to Riyadh in the next couple of months and wanted some advice regarding non-compound accommodation. After looking at prices of compounds, I think I will be going for non-compound due to affordability. I am a single male ...
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App name is Aqar: rent & buy properties Read More
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Expat Moving to Riyadh Non-Compound Advice by Khaz01
Hi everyone,I will be moving to Riyadh in the next couple of months and wanted some advice regarding non-compound accommodation. After looking at prices of compounds, I think I will be going for non-compound due to affordability. I am a single male ...
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Here it is:Faisal ***You can tell that you received the contact from Marco. You may also be interested in checking this app:*** Read More
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Expat Moving to Riyadh Non-Compound Advice by Khaz01
Hi everyone,I will be moving to Riyadh in the next couple of months and wanted some advice regarding non-compound accommodation. After looking at prices of compounds, I think I will be going for non-compound due to affordability. I am a single male ...
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Hi Khaz01, I just moved (one week ago) and I'm in a similar situation to yours. I just met a real estate agent who has solutions in areas that may be of interest to you: Al Malqa (if I remember correctly). He has been very professional with me. If ... Read More
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Saudi Driving License for Swiss Citizen by Swiss.Dude007
Do you have any experience with converting your Swiss driving license to a Saudi driving license? Apparently, Switzerland is not on the Saudi list for easy conversion, and as a result, Swiss citizen must attend a 5-day Saudi driving school as if ...
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@Swiss.Dude007Hello @Swiss.Dude007I just obtained the iQama and next step will be the driving license. As I also have Swiss citizenship I wonder how did you manage it. Any guidance will be much appreciated. Read More
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New members of the Saudi Arabia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Saudi Arabia forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
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I moved to Riyadh one week ago. Too fresh to give guidance, happy to do it when I'll have some more local experiences. I'm now looking for some tips for a more efficient transition. About myself: 50 years old. Already expat from Italy to Switzerland ... Read More