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trevor Cox

@trevorcox

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English expat in Saudi Arabia

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73 posts

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English

Lives in Riyadh

Speaks english , suffolk.

Registration: 23 May 2012

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trevor Cox
trevorcox replied to a thread
8 years ago
Julien

New members of the Nigeria forum, introduce yourself here – 2016 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Nigeria 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 ...

trevor Cox

Good Morning I am a Brit who has just been offered a positIon with Nestoil in Port Harcourt. just looking to see what living around Pt Harcourt is like -- entertainment, sport, Live music, etc. Do most folks work a 5 or 6 day week. Regards ... Read More

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11 years ago
inampak

Squash Court by inampak

Hi, Where is it possible to play Squash in Riyadh? I mean some sports complex with open membership! I can only find crazy football all around ;)

trevor Cox

hi There Yes i play if possible a couple of times a week if possible Just send me a message --0548861153 and I will get back to you Trev Read More

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11 years ago
Hsni

International driving license by Hsni

Can someone guide me about how to get an international driving license. I am an expat living in riyadh and do hold Saudi driving license and UAE driving license. I need it urgently. Please suggest. Thanks

trevor Cox

good afternoon You can only obtain an international Driving Licence in the country of your origin. Ie i have to get my licence from UK. Regards Read More

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11 years ago
airakaz74

Need your opinions please ?! by airakaz74

I am a student holds as a degree in economics and management, aged 24 years. Recently I received an offer as far as shopping in Riyadh, with a base salary of 3000 SAR + commission for a 2 years + accommodation and transportation (remains the ...

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Good morning On that salary level stay at home !!!! That is not a sustainable salary to live on in Riyadh. But thats just my opinion --Unless you have missed of a 0 on your salary !!!! Regards Trev Read More

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11 years ago
moeabdelaziz

Allocated to Saudi by moeabdelaziz

Hi All, I've been appointed for a post in Saudi on 15 days bases in Saudi, I've never been there and I've been hearing from my colleagues about being a single man in Saudi. So please I would like to know what are the laws there and What isn't ...

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Good Morning Having fun and Riyadh do not appear in the same sentence !!!!! Regards Trev Read More

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11 years ago
iss4m

Relocating to Riyadh.. by iss4m

Hello expats! I have this job offer in Riyadh, I am just a step away from getting it! My main worry is : Do the company that hires you really take your passport? What kind of procedures to follow if you want to go back home for 'personal' or urgent ...

trevor Cox

Good morning It really depends on the company that you are working for and the position that you hold. generally all labourers, operaters, tradesmen etc will have their p p held by the company. If you are in management then generally you will ... Read More

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11 years ago
shin-shin

How long does it take to get an exit visa? by shin-shin

Hi all - I'm an English teacher who recently resigned within my 90 day probationary period, and I'm currently waiting for my exit visa. I have been informed that the company I worked for will often wait a month before submitting the paperwork as a ...

trevor Cox

Good Evening If a comapny wants to it can get a final exit visa for you in 1 day !!! However as you have mentioned they will delay as a 'punishment' Good Luck Trev Read More

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11 years ago
Wilson

Job offer by Wilson

Hi I received a job offer from Saudi Arabia GE and the package is really good. But the problem is they told me come here on business visa due to saudization and after 3 months they will transfer me under employment visa. I already received my ...

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Good Evening As per my experience it is not possible to transfer from Business to Iqama without returning back to your country of origin --ie your passport. Regards Trev Read More

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11 years ago
meshal-tx

will die from boredom by meshal-tx

hi i'm new to this website but i'm glad found it. i just came back to Riyadh after spending the best four years of my life in The US. and now i'm here and i don't have any social activity at all. and i'd like you to help me or guide to where i can ...

trevor Cox

Good Evening Join Internations Regards Trev Read More

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11 years ago
asifbhura

is there any problem if my job title in iqama is different ? by asifbhura

Hello Everyone, Regarding immigration to AUS, I had applied on skilled Migration (Sub Class 190) with the state sponsorship. By the grace of god, I got cleared everything from ACS assessment to state sponsorship and EOI. Now, I have to apply for ...

trevor Cox

in short --yes it could be a problem if your Iqama is different to the position you have applied for Regards Trev ( Uk Bedouin ) Read More

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11 years ago
Sam_R

Nightlife in Riyadh ? by Sam_R

It's been a while since i moved to Riyadh, and unfortunately it's totally a different lifestyle from the place where i came. There's no social activities that can be made, except for cafes and restaurants. Is there any way to get linked to social ...

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Good evening I would suggest that yu join internations in Riyadh. It is quite an active branch with several different activities. I run the 4 x 4 section and we try and go out to the desert at least 2 times a month. Last trip was to the Edge of ... Read More

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11 years ago
Alliecat

Dental Care in Riyadh by Alliecat

Okay.. been here since summer and it's time for a cleaning and checkup. My hospitalization doesn't cover dental so it's up to mebut it rather scares me here. Where do all of you go .. who do you recommend? ONLY Riyadh, please.

trevor Cox

How can I score another dental clinic when I have only been to one that i have found good!! It is as usual down to personnel experience wether it be a dentist, hotel, or car hire Whats good for the goose is not always good for the gander !!! I ... Read More

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12 years ago
Rob80

Anyone know of a decent Expat squash/badminton club? by Rob80

Hi, I am trying to find a decent club to join with a friendly atmosphere and preferably mixed.

trevor Cox

Good evening I play at the Intercon Palms club and there is definitely no queue there !!! Generally play 3 times a week Regards Trevor Read More

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12 years ago
Rob80

Anyone know of a decent Expat squash/badminton club? by Rob80

Hi, I am trying to find a decent club to join with a friendly atmosphere and preferably mixed.

trevor Cox

I play 3 times a week at the Intercon --Playing tomorrow evening at 6 if you are around Trev Read More

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12 years ago
IMUHAMMAD

Cost of living and salary in Jubail by IMUHAMMAD

Hi All, i have been offered to work in SABIC by contracting company. I am Mechanical Engineer with 12 years of experiance. Currently working in canada. I have been offered 20000 Saudi Riyal per month in salary, 5000 per month housing allowance and ...

trevor Cox

Not sure what you are replying to with that comment !!!! Read More