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@Susan Peterson

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English looking for information about Saudi Arabia

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Lives in London

Registration: 08 April 2012

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Susan Peterson replied to a thread
9 years ago
RWolmarans

Moving to Zambia,Lusaka by RWolmarans

Soon to be moving to Lusaka Zambia!Can you suggest a good house rental agency?I am also looking for a good kennel for my dog in Lusaka?

Susan Peterson

I can't help you but you might get more responses with your queries if you post in the Zambia forum https://www.expat.com/forum/viewforum.php?id=135 Read More

Susan Peterson replied to a thread
9 years ago
Ally1602

Sidra by Ally1602

Who else is waiting to work at sidra?

Susan Peterson

I gave up following several delays and reading Internet forums. My recruitment agent who got me the SIDRA offer found me alternative Middle East opportunities and I also went back to direct applications. Read More

Susan Peterson replied to a thread
9 years ago
Annereter22

Prometric and viva exam for nurses by Annereter22

Hi! I am Anne and I am currently based in the Philippines. I was offered with a job at a medical center in Oman. I will take the Omani prometric exam maybe later this month. Do you guys have any advice what topic/s to study or what book to read? And ...

Susan Peterson

When I took the exam in Oman, it was based on the American NCLEX. I went online to see past papers. I suggest focusing your preparation on the cardiac and respiratory systems. Also basic nursing practice. I sat prometric for Qatar and followed the ... Read More

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9 years ago
Dr.chaudhry

male obstetrician gynecologist by Dr.chaudhry

Hi Doctors! I,m a male obstetrician gynecologist, is it possible to work in my field in Oman? any body can guide me? Thanks in advance :)

Susan Peterson

I am no longer in Oman. In obstetric emergencies eg instrumental deliveries the Paediatric male doctors would not enter the room until mother "covered" regardless of the need for urgency in newborn resuscitation. That should give you an ... Read More

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9 years ago
Susan Peterson

KSA Bank Account by Susan Peterson

I've been advised that my employer can pay my salary into my UK bank account. Would it be advisable to have a KSA bank account too? If so which one? Or does it not matter?

Susan Peterson

Once you arrive here, and have all your papers processed (Iqama etc), you can ask your colleagues at work as well, which banks they use and prefer, but definitely have a local bank account...sometimes your UK bank might charge for international ... Read More

Susan Peterson replied to a thread
9 years ago
Anrodshah

Protection stuff in luggage by Anrodshah

Can we travel with having child protection stuff in luggage to/from saudi?

Susan Peterson

Did he meant condoms :DThat's not protection for kids...that's protection for parents :|:o :D Read More

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9 years ago
Dr.chaudhry

male obstetrician gynecologist by Dr.chaudhry

Hi Doctors! I,m a male obstetrician gynecologist, is it possible to work in my field in Oman? any body can guide me? Thanks in advance :)

Susan Peterson

I seriously doubt it. I worked in women's health across three hospitals, two government, one private and no male ObGyn. Read More

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9 years ago
Christine

Safety in Oman by Christine

Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Oman? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there is ...

Susan Peterson

I spent 18 months in Muscat and felt very safe. Handbag in shopping trolley while I wandered off to get something from another aisle on several occasions, not robbed. My experiences include early morning walks on the beach (Shatti Al Qurum) before ... Read More

Susan Peterson replied to a thread
9 years ago
Susan Peterson

KSA Bank Account by Susan Peterson

I've been advised that my employer can pay my salary into my UK bank account. Would it be advisable to have a KSA bank account too? If so which one? Or does it not matter?

Susan Peterson

It's not necessary for your employer to pay locally. You can Divide the portion of your salary as per your requirement say 20% locally and 80% overseas bank account. It's always advisable to have local bank account to cater for your needs ... Read More

Susan Peterson replied to a thread
9 years ago
Anrodshah

Protection stuff in luggage by Anrodshah

Can we travel with having child protection stuff in luggage to/from saudi?

Susan Peterson

The only thing that comes to mind - car seats, possibly. Read More

Susan Peterson replied to a thread
9 years ago
Anil.desh

After how many days shall i get the iqaama by Anil.desh

I have registered in saudi council of engineers. I have paid an amount of 1250 sar.i had also got membership id.& it was mentioned that it has been updated by yakeen service & almost 10 days are over. But still i had not got the iqaama.after ...

Susan Peterson

Multiple exit/reentry visa is not a very commonly issued visaIs there any particular reason for that?One of The reason is that most of the expats are not entitled to get multiple exit entry visa, since it depends on their profession. Also some ... Read More

Susan Peterson replied to a thread
9 years ago
Anil.desh

After how many days shall i get the iqaama by Anil.desh

I have registered in saudi council of engineers. I have paid an amount of 1250 sar.i had also got membership id.& it was mentioned that it has been updated by yakeen service & almost 10 days are over. But still i had not got the iqaama.after ...

Susan Peterson

Multiple exit/reentry visa is not a very commonly issued visaIs there any particular reason for that? Read More

Susan Peterson replied to a thread
9 years ago
Anil.desh

After how many days shall i get the iqaama by Anil.desh

I have registered in saudi council of engineers. I have paid an amount of 1250 sar.i had also got membership id.& it was mentioned that it has been updated by yakeen service & almost 10 days are over. But still i had not got the iqaama.after ...

Susan Peterson

From what I heard, the process is two steps:|Didn't you go through this process :/ @ Susan - only getting the Iqama won't make you eligible to leave the country, you also need to apply for the exit-entry visa (multiple or single) after ... Read More

Susan Peterson replied to a thread
9 years ago
Anil.desh

After how many days shall i get the iqaama by Anil.desh

I have registered in saudi council of engineers. I have paid an amount of 1250 sar.i had also got membership id.& it was mentioned that it has been updated by yakeen service & almost 10 days are over. But still i had not got the iqaama.after ...

Susan Peterson

Wow. Really? I'm amazed. Wouldn't it be great if that was the norm.It's vitamin W - w for Wasta (connections)Oh yes the mighty Wasta Read More

Susan Peterson replied to a thread
9 years ago
Anil.desh

After how many days shall i get the iqaama by Anil.desh

I have registered in saudi council of engineers. I have paid an amount of 1250 sar.i had also got membership id.& it was mentioned that it has been updated by yakeen service & almost 10 days are over. But still i had not got the iqaama.after ...

Susan Peterson

I'm interested in this topic because I know I will not be able to travel outside KSA until an Iqama is issued. I have friends in Oman, Bahrain and UAE who I'd like to spend my off days with. 1 day seems a stretch even for the most efficient ... Read More