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oilsand replied to a thread
7 years ago
CED1974

Visa for my wife by CED1974

Dear All, I am French and I will be moving to saudi Arabia (Ryad) soon for a one year contract. I would like to bring my wife with me. Could any one let me know the procedure and how long it takes? Thank you in advance for your answers. Rgds

oilsand

Sorry never heard of working visit visa, as per my knowledge you will need iqama in order to work here. Without Iqama you can not to any thing here. Read More

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7 years ago
CED1974

Visa for my wife by CED1974

Dear All, I am French and I will be moving to saudi Arabia (Ryad) soon for a one year contract. I would like to bring my wife with me. Could any one let me know the procedure and how long it takes? Thank you in advance for your answers. Rgds

oilsand

you have couple of options here. 1) Visit Visa: You can apply for their visit visa, requirements are less and it is much quicker. disadvantage is that your kids will not be able to go to school and the visa is valid for 3 months (with option to ... Read More

oilsand replied to a thread
7 years ago
CED1974

Visa for my wife by CED1974

Dear All, I am French and I will be moving to saudi Arabia (Ryad) soon for a one year contract. I would like to bring my wife with me. Could any one let me know the procedure and how long it takes? Thank you in advance for your answers. Rgds

oilsand

Usually Engineers do have family status, but check your contract if the expense will be covered by your company or you have to take the cost. Read More

oilsand replied to a thread
9 years ago
oilsand

Perform Ummarah on visit visa by oilsand

My parent will coming on visit visa. can they perform Ummarah?

oilsand

This is exactly what I was discussing with my friend, there is nothing stopping you from doing Ummarah once you are here, but we have to respect the rules of the country and should not go against it. just to be in the safe side just do ummarah on ... Read More

oilsand created a thread
9 years ago

Squash, Bandminton... looking for a sports partner in Jubail industrai

I am looking for some one who wants to play squash, badminton and other sports. please contact me if you are currently in Jubail Industrial city (Royal Commission) Read More

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9 years ago
MissRSMK

Western Expats wearing Niqab? by MissRSMK

I am not Muslim or from the Gulf. I am debating about buying a Niqab. As I already cover my hair whenever I leave my compound I would not like to stand out when I am in public. I am an American and would like to be as respectful as possible when I ...

oilsand

:D I will give you simple answer. No you don't have to wear Niqab. just cover your bidy with abbay (black gown) and you are goodBecause it's 2015 :cool: Read More

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9 years ago
MissRSMK

Western Expats wearing Niqab? by MissRSMK

I am not Muslim or from the Gulf. I am debating about buying a Niqab. As I already cover my hair whenever I leave my compound I would not like to stand out when I am in public. I am an American and would like to be as respectful as possible when I ...

oilsand

ok, we were all waiting for you to save the day I will give you simple answer. No you don't have to wear Niqab. just cover your bidy with abbay (black gown) and you are goodGlad to save your day. Read More

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9 years ago
MissRSMK

Western Expats wearing Niqab? by MissRSMK

I am not Muslim or from the Gulf. I am debating about buying a Niqab. As I already cover my hair whenever I leave my compound I would not like to stand out when I am in public. I am an American and would like to be as respectful as possible when I ...

oilsand

I will give you simple answer. No you don't have to wear Niqab. just cover your bidy with abbay (black gown) and you are good Read More

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9 years ago
samawa

looking for friends in Jubail by samawa

hello friends, i m going to move to saudia jubail by this december. so want friends to get interect with & hangout in jubail. looking for families to have parties with.

oilsand

Where is jubail you moving? new or old Jubail? Read More

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9 years ago
oilsand

Hiring a Maid in Saudi arabia by oilsand

For the last 2 month I have been struggling to find out, how can I hire/invite a maid from abroad. I was surprise to find a very easy quick solution. Just go to labor ministry with following documents. 1) Your salary certificate (attested from ...

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9 years ago
oilsand

Hiring a Maid in Saudi arabia by oilsand

For the last 2 month I have been struggling to find out, how can I hire/invite a maid from abroad. I was surprise to find a very easy quick solution. Just go to labor ministry with following documents. 1) Your salary certificate (attested from ...

oilsand

They will give you the Visa slip on the spot. if you want a Philippine maid, let me know I can send you one agent info who is helping me to find a maid. Read More

oilsand replied to a thread
9 years ago
oilsand

Hiring a Maid in Saudi arabia by oilsand

For the last 2 month I have been struggling to find out, how can I hire/invite a maid from abroad. I was surprise to find a very easy quick solution. Just go to labor ministry with following documents. 1) Your salary certificate (attested from ...

oilsand

Yes you have to pay 2000 SAR online through bank. SADAD. GOSI (General Organization of Social insurance) is a number usually on your Payslip, ask your employer (I think it is not it is critical paper but you never know what you visit them) It ... Read More

oilsand created a thread
9 years ago

Hiring a Maid in Saudi arabia

For the last 2 month I have been struggling to find out, how can I hire/invite a maid from abroad. I was surprise to find a very easy quick solution. Just go to labor ministry with following documents. 1) Your salary certificate (attested from ... Read More

oilsand replied to a thread
9 years ago
oilsand

Perform Ummarah on visit visa by oilsand

My parent will coming on visit visa. can they perform Ummarah?

oilsand

Great answer, I agree with this. thanks man! If umrah was 'illegal' then it would be clearly marked 'not valid for umrah' or they would not be allowed to enter makkah. If you are not clear on this, take it to the checkpoints ... Read More

oilsand replied to a thread
9 years ago
oilsand

Perform Ummarah on visit visa by oilsand

My parent will coming on visit visa. can they perform Ummarah?

oilsand

you are right my friend. I pledge to write down all my data properly from the reality of residence permit and the codification of data required to visit from the reality of his passport and pledge to provide appropriate family housing, medical ... Read More