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Active memberEnglish expat in the United Arab Emirates
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Registration: 02 November 2009
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Abu Dhabi Salary Offer by Lotti220
Hello All, I was just offered a position as an Executive Assistant for a fairly high profile person in Abu Dhabi, and the offer was much less than I had expected. Am I being unreasonable? Is there anything I should now about negotiating in ...
Ok. Look. 1 room in a shared apartment (in city) 2000 1 bed apartment 3000 min 10000 max Transport by bus 2dhs per trip transport by taxi average 15dhs per trip. internet 200-400 depending on speed then u have water and electricity meals All the ... Read More
job offer in abu dhabi by Gabicape
Hi everyone. New to Abu Dhabi i was in ksa for two years.finish my contract. Back home in desparate need to fibd new job. I found offer in abu dhabi . Bar attandant. Good salary. Accomodation etc. Now i am told company first apply for tourist ...
Ok. The short dress makes me even more suspicious. This is definitely a scam. what nationality do u have? If it south african, u can come with a visit visa on arrival. You have a month to try and find a job on your own. Its easier when ur here Read More
New to Abu Dhabi HELP! by Sam Louis
Hello Ladies and Gents, I've just moved here to Abu Dhabi in Aug 2013, I've got myself a job, and a place, the only thing im now lacking is some friends :) Im looking to get back into football and some photography groups, but everyone seems to be ...
Took? Is that some type of dance youngsters are doing now? I remember the 'twist' :D Read More
job offer in abu dhabi by Gabicape
Hi everyone. New to Abu Dhabi i was in ksa for two years.finish my contract. Back home in desparate need to fibd new job. I found offer in abu dhabi . Bar attandant. Good salary. Accomodation etc. Now i am told company first apply for tourist ...
Mjrv is absolutely right. If they're serious about ur employment they will get u an employment visa and u enter the country using that. Its actually more expensive and more involved to bring u on visit and then convert. Converting means u have to ... Read More
Abu Dhabi Salary Offer by Lotti220
Hello All, I was just offered a position as an Executive Assistant for a fairly high profile person in Abu Dhabi, and the offer was much less than I had expected. Am I being unreasonable? Is there anything I should now about negotiating in ...
all depends on what lifestyle u want to lead? I know people who get by on sharing accommodation, little entertainment and all home cooking and spend 2000 dhs a month. At the other extreme you can live the high life and spend 40,000+ a month. U need ... Read More
swimming pool membership in khalifa A city or nearby... by hamimrah
Hi, Does anyone knows if there is a swimming pool near khaifa A city and if they offer any memberships not too expensive.... thanks
the only thing i know of anywhere near is the Raha Beach Hotel. Dunno what the rates are for their beach club there. There are some compounds in KCA which have pools. If you havent moved there yet, try and move into one. Otherwise, make friends ... Read More
Shipping Car from USA to Abu Dhabi by dizzyexpat
My husband and I are moving to Abu Dhabi. My car is less than a year old. If I'm unable to sell it back to the dealer or a private buyer at a decent price, we'll consider shipping it to AD. If you shipped your car, please let me know how much it ...
well if you havent paid for it yet, you cant export it. as far as american cars running here, dont worry. they run fine. Unless they were bought in north north america where their ac compressors are smaller. but the atlanta climate would have ... Read More
1000 usd as salary in Abu Dhabi by raduvictoria5
Hello, everybody! Please, tell me if a 1000 USD is a good salary for Abu Dhabi, all expenses paid by the employer, excluding food. Thank you! :)
$1000 is nowhere near enough. although, you havent told us what job its for and what your qualifications and experience are. dont forget, its all relative. it may seem attractive if everyone around you is earning the same amount but you will be in ... Read More
Leasing a car in Abu Dhabi by d.omegaman
Hello all, I'm moving there in June and wanted to know if anyone had an idea of leasing/insurance rates for premium sedans. Thanks for any input. David
nothing anywhere near a luxury sedan. maybe a toyota corolla or nissan tiida. you may be able to haggle a toyota camry if you sign up for two years. i would suggest buying a car with a loan. monthly payments will be much less and the car is ... Read More
firefighters salary in abu dhabi oil and gas company? by esdaille
have an interview with al hosn gas regarding a firefighter position in their company...wondering whats the salary like.
latest info from the horses mouth. grade 8-10 basic salary- 4268 (min) to 8496 (mid point). maximum may be around 12000. supplemental allowance. 1740-2295 general allowance. 2228 - 2339 accommodation allowance. 110000 per year schooling. 30000 per ... Read More
Private Investigators by ruby7
Strange question, but does anyone know of any Private Investigators in Abu Dhabi?
well. im sorry to hear that but glad you eventually found out. stiff upper lip and all that, better you know than dont. Read More
Best place to live by Colin1983
Hi there, I am looking to move to Abu Dhabi in May. The company I will be working for are based from Al Reem island. My question is: can people please give me some guidance on best areas to live?! Based on the below criteria. Budget = 100,000 ...
taxis are quite cheap here. it would cost between 15-20 dirhams from reem island to get a beer in town. marina square is probably walking distance to the closest beer (in the winter. forget walking more than 10 feet in summer). sky and sun ... Read More
firefighters salary in abu dhabi oil and gas company? by esdaille
have an interview with al hosn gas regarding a firefighter position in their company...wondering whats the salary like.
if you know what grade the position is, i can tell you the salary scale and accommodation allowance. Read More
Flat rent 1 or 2 bedroom max by MariusRO
Hello all, This is my first post here. At the end of the month i should be in Abu Dhabi to start working for my new company. First thing witch is very important for me is to find a flat. My budget is max 7000 AED per month, i hope to use only 6500 ...
your not going to get much for 7000 a month thats fully furnished. thats the price for nice unfurnished. dubizzle is your best bet. remember taht agents usually charge you 5% of annual rent as commission. rent is usually paid one year in advance ... Read More
Leasing a car in Abu Dhabi by d.omegaman
Hello all, I'm moving there in June and wanted to know if anyone had an idea of leasing/insurance rates for premium sedans. Thanks for any input. David
depends what you mean by premium sedan. you could probably get a caprice for between 3000-4000 a month on a one year lease. Read More