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Shanaf

@shanafashyaana

Serial expat

English expat in the United Arab Emirates

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557 posts

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English

Lives in Dubai

Speaks English

Registration: 08 August 2015

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Shanaf
shanafashyaana replied to a thread
4 years ago
Katebou12

55kAed offer for a family by Katebou12

Hello, I get an offer for a opportunity in Dubaï. The proposed package is 55kAed per month + School allowance + Ticket Airfare+ reallocation allowance. We are a family of 4 ( my wife,kid 6 year old and 1 baby). Is this offer interesting for a ...

Shanaf

You can accept that offer. It's worth enough Read More

Shanaf
shanafashyaana replied to a thread
4 years ago
Samir__Reghaia

Salary in Job offer by Samir__Reghaia

Hi everyone. I would like your advice. I was proposed a job in the UAE and I received the job offer (contract). Initially, we have negotiated a total salary and it was not question of any additional allowances. Now, in the contract the salary is ...

Shanaf

It's a common practice here. Your salary will be decided in to basic, HRA and other allowance. It's not an odd case. But keep in mind, your benefits and all will be calculated only on the basic. Needless to say, it's hard to find a ... Read More

Shanaf
shanafashyaana replied to a thread
4 years ago
Razberri

Company asked me to get Health insurance by Razberri

Hi all, i recently got hired by a company, and the initial 3 months of me working for them will be training based in Dubai. The company has asked me to get International Health Insurance. 1. I am having a hard time finding information about the ...

Shanaf

I smell rat in this. If the company is sending you a visit visa, it is illegal to work under it. Besides, if they are forcing you to take an insurance, that is against the law. (It's purely personal and none of the companies are allowed to force ... Read More

Shanaf
shanafashyaana replied to a thread
4 years ago
Friends4ever86

Resignation from Job before probation of 6 months by Friends4ever86

Hi All, I have been employed on and unlimited visa type by a company for last 5 months, as per the company clause either the employer or employee can terminate the contract before 6 months without giving advance notice period, in the claise it ...

Shanaf

You can negotiate with your current employer regarding this. Some times you may need to compensate in case they agree. Better avoid such legal issues Read More

Shanaf
shanafashyaana replied to a thread
6 years ago
RobTaylor91

Spouse eligibility to work by RobTaylor91

Hello, My wife has been employed in Bangalore with an employment visa. As a spouse, do i have eligibility to work? If i find a job whilst in India, will i be able to change to an employment pass? If i don't have a job before arriving in India, ...

Shanaf

I hope I can help you if you mention the origin of you and your wife. Read More

Shanaf
shanafashyaana replied to a thread
6 years ago
sincerelybelley

any IDEA by sincerelybelley

Hi I am Filipino Living in UAE, i have bf for 4 years and we are planning to vacation in Philippines, he is Arabic. Palestine national and Lebanon passport in short he is refugees Palestinian had travel documents from Lebanon. he went to Thailand 2 ...

Shanaf

A very much thank you sir for this positive feeling for us,we do hope it will approved . i dont know why they put LOL VERIFIED, I dont know whats the meaning of LOL in Consulate.It means League of Legends Read More

Shanaf
shanafashyaana replied to a thread
6 years ago
sincerelybelley

any IDEA by sincerelybelley

Hi I am Filipino Living in UAE, i have bf for 4 years and we are planning to vacation in Philippines, he is Arabic. Palestine national and Lebanon passport in short he is refugees Palestinian had travel documents from Lebanon. he went to Thailand 2 ...

Shanaf

YES SIR, last 2 weeks we went to Consulate to submit all documents they need according to their website. salary/Bank statements NOC for his company.... first time we applied,they not ask more but they give only some papers to back for us.like the ... Read More

Shanaf
shanafashyaana replied to a thread
6 years ago
Priscilla

Intercultural relationships in the United Arab Emirates by Priscilla

Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in the United Arab Emirates. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed ...

Shanaf

helloDude, Is it your reply to Intercultural relationships in the United Arab Emirates? Read More

Shanaf
shanafashyaana replied to a thread
6 years ago
Camaguán

What is neccesary to bring my children with me? by Camaguán

Hi dear people, I am planing going to work for a time as Software Engineer in Dubai/ Abu Dahbi. I Graduate on March 2008 in a University here in Germany where I lovely live many years ago. Do you know what kind of documents would be expected for ...

Shanaf

Their passport, showing your name as mother's name. Read More

Shanaf
shanafashyaana replied to a thread
6 years ago
Ms Banks Ray

Looking for a Marketing/Events role in Dubai by Ms Banks Ray

Hi, I am currently based in London and I'm looking for new role in Dubai and was wondering if theres any UAE recruitment companies based in the UK.

Shanaf

Thank you for your advice.You are welcome :) Read More

Shanaf
shanafashyaana replied to a thread
6 years ago
hlizzy

Contract offer Question by hlizzy

I have been offered a contract in the education sector, and I want to ensure that I will be able to afford to maintain my lifestyle with the offer. I've been having a difficult time gauging cost of living aside from the housing in the city. I am ...

Shanaf

Rental expense is too high in Abu Dhabi and it is the highest among all emirates. Even though you can make savings if you plan your expenses. (Abu Dhabi stands first in the list of most expensive places in the world) You will get to know once you ... Read More

Shanaf
shanafashyaana replied to a thread
6 years ago
Ms Banks Ray

Looking for a Marketing/Events role in Dubai by Ms Banks Ray

Hi, I am currently based in London and I'm looking for new role in Dubai and was wondering if theres any UAE recruitment companies based in the UK.

Shanaf

The best option which I can suggest is to come for a visit and try. Most of the companies do prefer easily and immediately candidates to oversees candidates. Besides, you will get more chances for interviews. Advertising yourself by furnishing ... Read More

Shanaf
shanafashyaana replied to a thread
6 years ago
hlizzy

Contract offer Question by hlizzy

I have been offered a contract in the education sector, and I want to ensure that I will be able to afford to maintain my lifestyle with the offer. I've been having a difficult time gauging cost of living aside from the housing in the city. I am ...

Shanaf

I have been offered a contract in the education sector, and I want to ensure that I will be able to afford to maintain my lifestyle with the offer. I've been having a difficult time gauging cost of living aside from the housing in the city. I am ... Read More

Shanaf
shanafashyaana replied to a thread
6 years ago
Amahle2014

Hiv is by Amahle2014

Hi yo'll Am from South Africa johannesburg I got a job offer from company in Dubai My problem is I am hiv positive, how can I tell the company that? Is it possible for them to continue giving me the job once they found out?

Shanaf

Dear, You have to undergo visa medical checkup to stamp your visa on your passport. HIV test is included in it. So you can never hide it and once you are proved as HIV+, you will be deported. Besides, it will be a legal issue as mentioned in the ... Read More

Shanaf
shanafashyaana replied to a thread
6 years ago
wadej

Accomodation by wadej

Hi I am looking for accommodation for myself, Small open plan flat , Just need basics, bed stove and bathroom. need it to be affordable

Shanaf

Where? Read More