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chinchin

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Seychellois expat in Guadeloupe

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Seychellois

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Registration: 04 May 2011

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chinchin replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Recognition of foreign qualifications in Guadeloupe by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Were your professional qualifications recognised in Guadeloupe? What country did you complete your qualifications in? What profession are you in? Did you have to go through any formalities to get your qualifications recognised, ...

chinchin

hi Priscilla all European qualification are recognised. I got my UK MBA recognised by the academy of Guadeloupe. However when it comes to professional accounting qualification like the UK ACCA professional qualification this is done in Paris. The ... Read More

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7 years ago
Alice220888

English Teaching by Alice220888

Hi, My partner and I are both qualified and experienced English Language teachers. We have taught adults, young learners and children in the UK, Italy and Switzerland and are looking for a new opportunity in Guadeloupe. I have worked as an au pair ...

chinchin

I invite you to read my post, that would give you an idea of the difficulty of finding a job here when you are an expat. When I say expat I do not mean the Frenchman. I mean for all non English speakers or those who have never worked in ... Read More

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7 years ago
Christine

In retrospect, would you move again to Guadeloupe? by Christine

Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Guadeloupe, would you heartily say "let’s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do ...

chinchin

I personally moved here not as an expat but because my husband is from here and when he moved here that left me very little choice. It's been 10 years since I arrived here. we've even bought a house. The country is wonderful, people are ... Read More

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7 years ago
deize.melo

Any English speaking families on Guadeloupe? by deize.melo

I would like to know whether there are any English speaking families out here that who would like to meet up with us. We have 1 a little boy (11 months) and we live in Gosier. It would love to find some English speaking playmates to my son. Thank ...

chinchin

Hi there are English speakers. But I am down south in st claude. I know an English lady closer to you. i'll let her know. Regards Read More

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8 years ago
EstherFV

How to find a flat or a room which is not a holiday rental? by EstherFV

Hey everybody, I'm really glad I found this website! I live in Luxembourg but want to move to Seychelles in a few weeks. I was there in July and August, for sommer holiday but fell madly in love with the Island, the people, the culture. The way ...

chinchin

It may be easy to find a job as it may be difficult as well. It all depends on your specialisation. try the careerbuilder.com website and type seychelles as the location. there are loads of jobs in the hotel industry. good luck. Read More

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9 years ago
chandrasekhar.n

NEW JOB OFFER In SEYCHELLES GOVT COMPANY-PUC by chandrasekhar.n

HI I AM CHANDRU FROM CHENNAI .RECENTLY I GOY A OFFER IN SEYCHELLES ITS AN GOVT ORGANIZATION NAME OF COMPANY IS PUBLIC UTILITY CORPORATION CAN ANY ONE TELL ME ABOUT THE COMPANY AS THE SALARY 3000 USDOLLARS FREE ACOMODATION AND ...

chinchin

Making the decision to move lies with the person. It is a good offer but how well and how fast you & your family will adapat and settle is completely a personal matter. Read More

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9 years ago
nitro123

Moving from Mumbai to Mahe. Is $350 enough for accomodation and food. by nitro123

Hi I have a job offer with Pvt company in Mahe Seychelles. $1500 as salary and $350 for accomodation. Please advice if I can find 1 bed accomodation near my office for $350? (The address on offer letter reads as providence Mahe seychelles). I'm ...

chinchin

It's about limit.350usd for accomodation is not an easy task and shared accomodation is not common. That's all i can say. Read More

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9 years ago
Josnuggles

Getting from Mahe to Praslin by Josnuggles

Hi We are coming on vacation late in March and was wondering about connections between Mahe and Praslin. We land at Mahe at 13.30pm. The plane looks to be very expensive with very limited luggage Coco's ferries seem to run not very often and ...

chinchin

Try air seychelles website and the Catcoco seychelles. They are the major transporters. It is common practice to take private boats. alternatively try visiting the tourist information website for a lot more information. regards Read More

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9 years ago
Scarecrow2105

Teaching opportunities in Seychelles by Scarecrow2105

Hi everybody.... I m shifting to Victoria for a pd of 2 yrs , March onwards. I m inclined towards picking up a job in teaching. I have a MSc in bio chem.. Plz do help n post

chinchin

i suggest that you email directly the ministry of education. they are always on the look out for teachers. Good luck Read More

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10 years ago
Ruskat

Setting up a small business by Ruskat

Hi all. Where can I find information on setting up a small business in Seychelles? Is it difficult to get a residency/work permit if you wish to set up your own small company? What businesses are encouraged by government? What is the minimum ...

chinchin

I suggest that you go and check out the website of the seychelles investment board, there's lots of info. You can also check out the website of the immigration department as they do have special permit for non seychellois if you invest no less ... Read More

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10 years ago
nicholas404

Moving to seychelles by nicholas404

Hi all I will be moving to seychelles soon. I have some questions regarding visa status for my wife. Can she join on my GOP, how long does it take, how much does it cost, and what requirements are needed. Any help will be appreciated :)

chinchin

hi try this website for more info: http://www.egov.sc/Business/GainfulOccupationPermit.ASPX regards Read More

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10 years ago
justlooking60

Horse riding/leasing a horse by justlooking60

My husband has been offered a job at Mahe airport. A condition of my joining him is being able to ride. I have done lots of research on the internet but have not been able to find a single horse on Mahe! Surely they do exist?

chinchin

there is a place in grand anse mahe which does riding but i am no too sure if they still do. Read More

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10 years ago
MissGeorge

Greetings from a travelling English Teacher by MissGeorge

Hi Everyone! My name is Kaya and I'm an English teacher who currently live in London. I love to travel and work abroad and meet new people, which is why I chose to teach English! I'm happy to answer any questions people have about living ...

chinchin

hi the international school of seychelles is looking for teachers & as i was browsing this site looking for people seeking jobs in seychelles, i decided to extend my search to the a few countries. have a look at the schools's website, ... Read More

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10 years ago
chalaka

GYM - Buy Protein powder in Seychelles? by chalaka

Does anyone know where one can buy protein powder in Victoria? Is there any big sports shops where you can buy protein powder? If anyone knows where I can buy protein powder, especially Whey Protein...please share! Thanks.

chinchin

no real sports shop but you can get these from the chemists Read More

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10 years ago
Ashu7384

Dance and Music Classes around Victoria by Ashu7384

hi guys, nebdy hv info on dance or music classes around Victoria speacly after office hours, I am in Seychelles for almost 2 yrs now came with lot of hopes for dance and music but hvnt found anything crystal yet :( .

chinchin

should try inquire at the dance school for threads. used to be at mont fleuri Read More