Chondu
English expat in Saudi Arabia
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Registration: 03 October 2024
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Resignation during probation period. by Aphex
Been in Saudi Arabia for a few weeks now, but the job is not what I had expected. I have provided my resignation with the proper notice period, but the employer is not accepting it. My contract states that either party can freely terminate the ...
@Jaffar J Why would you? Is it a work visa- or business visa? My -ex- company- told em hte same. My visa (paper version only) specifically stipulated 'no work allowed!' Many of these 'organisations are crooked. so beware.N Read More
New members of the Kazakhstan forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Kazakhstan 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 your ...
Hi, I - hopefully- will be moving to Altraui soon. Currently in Astana. Nothing more to say -yet. People generally seem really nice, naturally there are different customs and attitudes to accept but thats the life of a travel-warrior. Read More
I will move to Al-Kharj in April, any advice ? by Jpascal8320
Hello everyone, I, French, M, 31 will move to Al-Kharj in early April. I've already been in middle east countries but never in saudi arabia. i will be working 4 weeks On 3 weeks off. I'd like to gather any advice you could give me. I'm having ...
@Jpascal8320 personally - unless you really have to- why buy a car? The traffic ( imissed where you are living but its probably the same) is busy!. Without knowing which place/city cant comment on accommodation. Workwise- be careful around ... Read More
Resignation during probation period. by Aphex
Been in Saudi Arabia for a few weeks now, but the job is not what I had expected. I have provided my resignation with the proper notice period, but the employer is not accepting it. My contract states that either party can freely terminate the ...
@kashifmohsineng9 Not allowed? What do you think might happen if you do. I know many people working for QEC in SA that 'resigned'. i.e. Just left the country, without notification. If you are planning to stay in the country-that probably is a ... Read More
Visit visa to work visa by Shafiq Mohammed
HiPlease could someone help me, I am going to Saudi Arabia beginning of next year on a visit visa however I would like to find work and work in Saudi, would it be possible for me to change my visa to a work visa if I find a suitable job? Many thanks ...
I would think so! 'business visas' are available for example. - renewable every 3 months. Read More
Driving without head lights by vanjarivignasai
Hello,Yesterday night I drove my vehicle without headlights on will sahar cameras or surveillance cameras captures this violations if yes what is the fine ?
no idea. not sure cameras are set up for such a 'violation' though(did you drive for a 1000miles?). cameras generally are for speeding and for short distances. Simply being in a different country can create an unnecesary paranoia. So dont be so ... Read More
Carribean nationality iqama by Amk83
Hi,i got an offer letter from KSA riyadh but the company has been trying to start with my residency application and they got a response saying that Dominica does not exist as country on MoL system and only Dominican Republique does. Is that ...
To be honest you are in a better position to know if it is an official country. In your position I would ask where are they getting their information? For example is is an official ?)member of the (192?} recognised U.N. states?Its possible you are ... Read More
Carribean nationality iqama by Amk83
Hi,i got an offer letter from KSA riyadh but the company has been trying to start with my residency application and they got a response saying that Dominica does not exist as country on MoL system and only Dominican Republique does. Is that ...
@Amk83 Hi t- good luck Read More
accomodation in Tabuk by bobbyaz66
Hi fellows expats, Is anybody living in Tabuk ?...need some directions for acccomodation ,cause I'll be there in 10 days now and the accomodation offered by the hospital is awful and I can' bring my wife and kids there, unless I find some proper ...
@zaynumalickhi did you have any luck? ive found that familiesa preferred Read More
Living in Tabuk by amandabigfoot
Hi, I am starting work with the Neom project soon, however, accommodation on-site is unavailable. My employer is suggesting living in Tabuk, which is 2 hour's drive from the Neom offices. I'm worried about feeling isolated living in Tabuk. I'm a ...
@amandabigfootHiive just moved here. Did you have any success?N Read More
accomodation in Tabuk by bobbyaz66
Hi fellows expats, Is anybody living in Tabuk ?...need some directions for acccomodation ,cause I'll be there in 10 days now and the accomodation offered by the hospital is awful and I can' bring my wife and kids there, unless I find some proper ...
@bobbyaz66hi. a little late i know. just arrived myself/ how did it go? or maybe it didnt :) Read More