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Jay Jay Robinson

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Nigerian expat in Gambia

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Nigerian

Lives in Banjul

Speaks English\Portuguese

Registration: 24 March 2012

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Jay Jay Robinson
alfredrobinson replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living in Gambia - 2017 by Priscilla

Hello, Before moving to Gambia, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...

Jay Jay Robinson

Internet connection prices varies depending on the subscription you chose. 1,2,3,4, up to 10 to 12 MB speed. For instance in my house I use 4 MB speed and I pay 100 dollars per month. Internet speed varies from different providers. Thanks Read More

Jay Jay Robinson
alfredrobinson replied to a thread
7 years ago
Julien

New members of the Gambia forum, introduce yourself here by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Gambia 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 ...

Jay Jay Robinson

You are welcome always to the Gambia... *** Read More

Jay Jay Robinson
alfredrobinson replied to a thread
7 years ago
Denise Williams

A call out to runners & running groups - Run the World Challenge ... by Denise Williams

Hi I am PA to Dan Thompson, a British business man and sports enthusiast who has undertaken to run 10km in every country in the world - a total of 206 countries - by the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Dan is doing the challenge to promote the physical and ...

Jay Jay Robinson

Hi, I hope you guys make it, and also, when you want to extend this race in other part of the world, I will be your help and guide in The Gambia West Africa..I wish you guys all the best Read More

Jay Jay Robinson
alfredrobinson replied to a thread
7 years ago
Julien

New members of the Gambia forum, introduce yourself here by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Gambia 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 ...

Jay Jay Robinson

Well, i have an Estate Agency. We deal with Houses, Rental and Buying. Serekunda is not a good place for expats to live. I dont know why you choose that area. Well its a cheap place to live aswell. *** Thanks Read More

Jay Jay Robinson
alfredrobinson replied to a thread
7 years ago
Julien

New members of the Gambia forum, introduce yourself here by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Gambia 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 ...

Jay Jay Robinson

Contact the British Embassy for more job opportunities in the Gambia. If not, then you have to fly down to Gambia and see where you can fit in, you may want to establish Your Own institution and then get contracts from the Government and Private ... Read More

Jay Jay Robinson
alfredrobinson replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Paying bills in Gambia by Priscilla

Hello everyone, What bills do you pay? If you are renting, are bills included in the price of rent, and is this common practice in Gambia? How can you pay your bills (e.g. online, at provider's store, at the post office)? Which is the most ...

Jay Jay Robinson

Hi Everyone, Bills are paid based on mutual agreement with the property owner. In Gambia, there are different types of bills and different methods of payments. For instant example, The National Power supply accounts for both water and electricity, ... Read More

Jay Jay Robinson
alfredrobinson replied to a thread
7 years ago
tafgambia

Wanna Buy the Property In Gambia.. by tafgambia

Hello Friends how r u all.. this is Fatou Nije and im from Gambia Banjul.. i just join this forum... im here for Gambian Property, is any one knows about how to buy and sell property in Gambia.. if yes pls let me know thanks..

Jay Jay Robinson

hello Fatou you are welcome to this Forum. To buy and resell lands in Gambia, you must be very careful. for instance, if you are new in the business, you must be patience to study how it works. *** Read More

Jay Jay Robinson
alfredrobinson replied to a thread
7 years ago
Bhavna

How to bring your car to Gambia by Bhavna

Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Gambia, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the age of ...

Jay Jay Robinson

No formalities, Just make sure you have the car at hand from any port you are sending it from. Get the papers ready, ship it and come to Gambia and pay a fee of clearance between the ranges of 500 - 1000 euros depending on the type of car. And ... Read More

Jay Jay Robinson
alfredrobinson replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Retiring in Gambia by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Gambia? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...

Jay Jay Robinson

Hi Everyone, just a contribution. If you want to Retire and Live in The Gambia, you would need a Residency Permit. In order to reside in The Gambia (for working purposes, for example), non-Gambians / expatriates require a employment / residential ... Read More

Jay Jay Robinson
alfredrobinson replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living in Gambia - 2017 by Priscilla

Hello, Before moving to Gambia, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...

Jay Jay Robinson

If it's possible where you live right now, then it's possible here too. Gambia is like any other country in the world! Read More

Jay Jay Robinson
alfredrobinson replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living in Gambia - 2017 by Priscilla

Hello, Before moving to Gambia, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...

Jay Jay Robinson

Hi, Sorry for the exclamation marks. I am not in any way angry with anyone. Sorry for the misinterpretation of my using exclamation marks. Noted. Thanks for your correction and opinion. Regards Read More

Jay Jay Robinson
alfredrobinson replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living in Gambia - 2017 by Priscilla

Hello, Before moving to Gambia, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...

Jay Jay Robinson

Hello Miss, English pounds is more powerful than any other currency in this present world. So, if 1000$ can do it, it means, english pounds would do it x2. Pounds is very heavy, so, when you convert that to Gambian dalasi, you will live like a ... Read More

Jay Jay Robinson
alfredrobinson replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living in Gambia - 2017 by Priscilla

Hello, Before moving to Gambia, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...

Jay Jay Robinson

Hello friend, 1000$ a month?!! 1000$ A month in Gambia will pay for the best apartments or full compound, your cooking gas, car gas, water and light bills, feeding, house rent, internet bill no matter the highest speed you chose, and other ... Read More

Jay Jay Robinson
alfredrobinson replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living in Gambia - 2017 by Priscilla

Hello, Before moving to Gambia, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...

Jay Jay Robinson

Every rural area with light has water as well!!! Internet is either a SIM card, or a router, or other form! It's the same all over the world!!! Read More

Jay Jay Robinson
alfredrobinson replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living in Gambia - 2017 by Priscilla

Hello, Before moving to Gambia, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...

Jay Jay Robinson

It's possible to live on 1,000$ a month in where you live at the moment??? That would answer the question! Gambia is like any other country I need the world! Read More