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JeffAmman

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English expat in Jordan

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English

Lives in Amman

Speaks English

Registration: 04 May 2012

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JeffAmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
mohammad hantoush

HEY :D by mohammad hantoush

Honestly what do you like and dislike about Jordanian ? btw I am Jordanian and its important to me = )

JeffAmman

Hi... if the Jordanians annoying you as u said, so just font be in contact with them ;)I like Jordan and I like Jordanian people. Having visited over 30 countries so far, Jordanians are one of the nicest people I have ever met. When we say ... Read More

JeffAmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
mohammad hantoush

HEY :D by mohammad hantoush

Honestly what do you like and dislike about Jordanian ? btw I am Jordanian and its important to me = )

JeffAmman

Hailey, you are correct to say this exists in every country. I have travelled to over 30 countries and have seen examples of it everywhere but Jordan more so than most countries. Read More

JeffAmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
mohammad hantoush

HEY :D by mohammad hantoush

Honestly what do you like and dislike about Jordanian ? btw I am Jordanian and its important to me = )

JeffAmman

Like: Jordanians are very nice people. Dislike: They have limited knowledge of the world and other cultures so their behaviour and interaction with foreigners can be annoying even though they are genuinely very nice people. Read More

JeffAmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
hindon_82

Dentist by hindon_82

Hi everyone, My husband and I are looking for a good dentist in Amman. Any recommendations? Many thanks

JeffAmman

From my own experience I recommend two dentists. The first is Dr Thamer's Smile studio and Dental Lounge which is located at Waha Circle in the same building as Gloria Jeans. They are on the 2nd floor. You can get their number from Dr ... Read More

JeffAmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
fitzz

breaking contracts with local language institutes by fitzz

I've signed a contract with a locally owned language centre, and one of the clauses states that if I breach the contract I must pay 1000 JD to the employer. They explained that this is to prevent teachers from leaving on short notice (one month ...

JeffAmman

Jordanian Labour Law governs the time period that you are required to give notice to your employer. However if you signed an agreement stipulating that you will pay a certain amount of money if you give less than the required notice period in the ... Read More

JeffAmman replied to a thread
12 years ago
umzakariah

best shipping companies by umzakariah

can anyone offer who they used to ship their belongings from the u.s. to jordan? we are looking to move in december and are now starting to look into shipping our things. looking for cost efficient companies with decent service.

JeffAmman

Thanks for the post Validoza Read More

JeffAmman created a thread
12 years ago

Looking for people to play trumps

Hi, I am a British expat living in Amman. A female friend and I are looking for two experienced people to play trumps. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trump#Trump_in_card_games Please post here or message me privately if you are ... Read More

JeffAmman replied to a thread
12 years ago
rhiggins

Is there income taxes in Jordan? by rhiggins

Is there income taxed in Jordan? If so, what is it? What other taxes should I expect?

JeffAmman

Income taxes in Jordan are very low. Social security payments paid on your salary can be withdrawn when you leave the country. Sales tax and customs duty on imported goods are high and so you will find items in Jordan cost as much, and in many cases ... Read More

JeffAmman replied to a thread
12 years ago
cynosure76

Cost of living in Amman by cynosure76

Dear ALL Please advise me about the cost of living in Amman. Is USD4K is enough for single person. I need a shared accomodation as well. Regards cynosure

JeffAmman

Hi, is that $4,000 per month or per year? If per month then yes, it is more than enough for a single person to live comfortably in Amman. Read More

JeffAmman replied to a thread
12 years ago
phil_haqeeqa

Humidifier by phil_haqeeqa

Hello Everyone, I Just have a quick question, hope someone can help. Now the winter is coming upon us and the heaters are on I'm looking to buy a small portable humidifier to help with painful sinuses and dryness etc. Can anyone advise me where to ...

JeffAmman

Hi Phil, have you tried SmartBuy. Being a US company, they may have something. You may want to give them a call and ask. I think their largest branch is in Taj Mall, Abdoun. Read More

JeffAmman replied to a thread
12 years ago
umzakariah

best shipping companies by umzakariah

can anyone offer who they used to ship their belongings from the u.s. to jordan? we are looking to move in december and are now starting to look into shipping our things. looking for cost efficient companies with decent service.

JeffAmman

Depending upin how much stuff you have, shipping may be a better option than air-freight. If you choose to ship then your items will arrive in Aqaba which is 300km from Amman. You will also have to clear the shipment when it enters Jordan and deal ... Read More

JeffAmman replied to a thread
12 years ago
amynycole

possible marriage to a man from Jordan by amynycole

Hello Everyone, I am new to this site and very excited to have found it. Thank you for the informative and interesting subjects posted. I can't wait to read through them. I am an american woman who has been involved with a man from Jordan whom I ...

JeffAmman

I I think the best way what you can do is go on VACATION to Jordan: see the land, meet people and also meet your friend. life!I think this is good advice. Book a flight and hotel and visit the country, its people and most importantly the man you ... Read More

JeffAmman replied to a thread
12 years ago
amynycole

possible marriage to a man from Jordan by amynycole

Hello Everyone, I am new to this site and very excited to have found it. Thank you for the informative and interesting subjects posted. I can't wait to read through them. I am an american woman who has been involved with a man from Jordan whom I ...

JeffAmman

Amy, It's possible that your partner told his father he was intending to marry a foreigner, and the father, not wanting this to happen, whisked his son off to Mecca to impress on him his duty to Allah AND his family. If he had already been ... Read More

JeffAmman replied to a thread
12 years ago
amynycole

possible marriage to a man from Jordan by amynycole

Hello Everyone, I am new to this site and very excited to have found it. Thank you for the informative and interesting subjects posted. I can't wait to read through them. I am an american woman who has been involved with a man from Jordan whom I ...

JeffAmman

Amy, I sent you a private message. Read More

JeffAmman replied to a thread
12 years ago
amynycole

possible marriage to a man from Jordan by amynycole

Hello Everyone, I am new to this site and very excited to have found it. Thank you for the informative and interesting subjects posted. I can't wait to read through them. I am an american woman who has been involved with a man from Jordan whom I ...

JeffAmman

Hi Amy, do you know his full legal name? Read More