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@libya2011

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Libyan

Lives in Canada

Registration: 19 February 2012

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libya2011 replied to a thread
11 years ago
chelly

Libyan visa if not used by chelly

hi everyone.. i need a quick feedback. it's about my Libyan Visa that i think is on it's way now.. i'm happy that i'll get it perhaps few weeks from now but i do have a concern. i'm concerned about the security in Tripoli, Libya. I'll work there as ...

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It should be fine, as far as I know if someone didn't use his/her visa it is totally acceptable, they just might just ask you the next time when you apply why you didn't use it! ... Read More

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11 years ago
razorback

Al-Hendi district by razorback

Hi, I try to locate the Al-Hendi (Al-hindi) area into the Gargaresh disctrict in TRIPOLI... Any idea ? Thx Jean

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The trashy neighbor between Hai Al-Andalus and Seyahia, well known for alcohol and drug dealing. Read More

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11 years ago
SeymourSunshine

Mobile phone. Bring with me or buy in Tripoli? by SeymourSunshine

I'm sure this one has been done to death, but I can't find it. Is it better for me to bring a phone with me or buy one when I get there? I don't want anything fancy; just a common or garden phone for making and receiving calls. I've got an old ...

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fyi, phones in Libya among the cheapest you can find around, no taxes no duties. Read More

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11 years ago
mw33

help me pls !, supermarkets, retail chain in Libya by mw33

Could You advice me the name of supermakrets in Libya? I'm trying to put anything into my report...:(

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No chains here, most of it small family owned shops. Don't forget trade was banned under Gaddafi rule in the 70's and 80's and all private business was ruined and the government got control on all the market, it was till 90's to allow private shops ... Read More

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11 years ago
steven1997

Chemist job opportunities in Libya? by steven1997

Hi, I am an oil & gas chemical professional in Calgary Alberta Canada and I am looking for job opportunities in Libya. Any ideas how? The o & g industry is going down here for low natural gas price and discounted oil sales price. I am seeking for ...

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You can check this website: http://www.libyaninvestment.com/libya-jobs.html Read More

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11 years ago
Ryan Baker

Moving to Libya from Canada by Ryan Baker

Hello, I am seriously considering to move to Libya with my family but I am debating to bring them with me or let them come after 2 months. Once I have settled down with housing and job - which I still have not established. Any tips, ideas, ...

libya2011

I would advise you to bring them after a couple of months, this will give you the flexibility to move around and to prepare for what they might need (schooling, housing...etc). Read More

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12 years ago
Behoo

Salsa Dancing by Behoo

Hello everyone, Does anybody know if there are classes for Salsa in Tripoli?

libya2011

I don't thinks so, they don't teach Libyan dances, so sure no salsa.... !! Read More

libya2011 replied to a thread
12 years ago
meenameena

tripoli university by meenameena

Anybody have any news about how Tripoli Uni is progressing. My daughters wish to start October 2013 studying medicine, and geography/meteorology (if meteorology is available to study there). I know it's not the best uni in the world but we are ...

libya2011

Well lets see number wise, in 2012 414 murders were recorded in New York which is a (record low), now in Libya giving ALL THE TROUBLES only ~500 murders were recorded however it is getting better every day. So when you look at numbers you see the ... Read More

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12 years ago
Mr Ram

Laptops by Mr Ram

Dears , Where can i find laptops in tripoli , and what are thr specs and prices ,for both new and used ? cheers

libya2011

prices are pretty good, I mean similar to what you will find in Dubai for instance...no more than 10-15% difference. No tax no customs in Libya.. Read More

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12 years ago
amandaburton1983

U.S. CITIZENS WOULD LIKE TO LIVE IN LIBYA FOR A YEAR. HOW? by amandaburton1983

Hello I am a U.S. citizen looking to live in tripoli libya in september this year. Can anyone give me a glimpse of hope on how this can happen? All the information I'm reading is saying I have to get a tourest visa and stay with a tourist person in ...

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You definitely can get a job here, at least as an English instructor. Check this website here they have some jobs posted: http://www.libyaninvestment.com/libya-jobs.html So if you can get that the work place can help you to get stuff done and also ... Read More

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12 years ago
Sandman6

Aramex - shipping to Libya by Sandman6

Some feedback on Aramex, who I've recently used to ship some goodies from UK to Libya. After setting up the account (very simple process) and paying the one-off $35 registration fee, you are given a c/o address and ref no. for Aramex offices in the ...

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I have been using this service for a quite a while now buying stuff to my family online, their service is very good never lost a package or had any problem so far with them. I shipped different stuff from clothes, laptops, documents..etc. Their ... Read More

libya2011 replied to a thread
12 years ago
Gibraltar

Marks & Spencer by Gibraltar

Dear all I believe there is a Marks & Spencer in Tripoli. Do you know if they carry some food items such as cereal and cans of things? Just asking as our daughter eats the organic cereal and pasta from there. G

libya2011

M&S in Tripoli doesn't sell any food items, however since you care about such organic stuff there are other ways to get them. But this will not probably the kind of food you are used to. I am not a fan of food globalization, and I don't like the ... Read More

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12 years ago
fahim007

Visa for Turkey while staying in Libya by fahim007

Hi Guys, Can anyone of you guide me on the process to get a tourist visa for Turkey to visit Istanbul for a couple of days while being in Libya. I am a Pakistani national and currently based in Ras Lanuf, appreciate your help. cheers! Fahim

libya2011

I guess you know that Libyans don't need a Visa to go to Turkey, but I don't know about Pakistani or residents of Libya, your best shot will be calling them directly here is a copy and paste from their website: Address: Shara Zaviya ... Read More

libya2011 replied to a thread
12 years ago
amandaburton1983

Why is Libya rent costly compared to its neighboring country and USA? by amandaburton1983

Salam All, I have been graciously given wonderful answers on my previous topic of cost of living in Libya. My answers show me that cost of rent, from the lowest being around 1500LD and up,is beyond reasonable. Even here in the USA I am paying ...

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as Paulo said avoid middle men, however for the pricing it is pretty much the same for every one there are no prices for locals and others for foreigners however some places are usually rented by foreigners which tend to have higher prices where the ... Read More

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12 years ago
Samakauk

Ur opinion is important by Samakauk

Would you please join us & share your opinion with us here? What do you think of Libya now? What is the future going to be like? Are you happy with your stay in Libya? And would you recommend it to others?

libya2011

It is really nice to have you in Libya Jenni, was nice to read your sincere thoughts! Read More