mkd008
Active memberEnglish looking for information about Bahrain
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Lives in manama
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Registration: 25 June 2012
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1 Week in Bahrain by mkd008
Hi All, It has been a week since I arrived in Bahrain. I landed at 6:00 am on the 28th of August, LMRA took around 6 to 8 minutes and I was ready to go. My wife and 2 daughters were accompanying me. We got 3 month visit visas for them. We live in ...
Hi Cr, Thanks for the words of encouragement. My wife is now a bit more busy, she was very keen to get my daughter enrolled at the ISC (Choueifat). She is now going to the same school and this has cheered my wife up. We did make a couple of visits ... Read More
Re: What's this area like by Vee12
Can someone please tell me what the area Jannusan is like? And also what you think of the Al Hilal Compound in that area! Thanks Guys
Hi Vee12, I have only been in Bahrain for 2 weeks now, I happened to pass this place and to be honest, I would not recommend it. I found a lot of graffiti on the walls and it was in the middle of nowhere. Cheers Read More
1 Week in Bahrain by mkd008
Hi All, It has been a week since I arrived in Bahrain. I landed at 6:00 am on the 28th of August, LMRA took around 6 to 8 minutes and I was ready to go. My wife and 2 daughters were accompanying me. We got 3 month visit visas for them. We live in ...
Thanks for replying Vido. I have been very busy since I started work. However, my wife is very bored and misses home big time. I hope she adjusts and gets used to it soon. A big issue has been the lack of proper transport. Hope that gets sorted ... Read More
1 Week in Bahrain
Hi All, It has been a week since I arrived in Bahrain. I landed at 6:00 am on the 28th of August, LMRA took around 6 to 8 minutes and I was ready to go. My wife and 2 daughters were accompanying me. We got 3 month visit visas for them. We live in ... Read More
Work Visa Progress by mkd008
Hi All, My work visa was submitted last week. The application has progressed from LMRA to GDNPR yesterday. Any idea how long will I have to wait now? Cheers
Very excited, just got one problem. I delayed getting the original Medical report sent to me. They have sent it over by next day delivery. I hope to have it tomorrow, will there be a problem if I carry a copy in case the original does not arrive? I ... Read More
Childcare by Nicola302004
Hi We are arriving Tuesday and I'm starting to panic about what to do with my kids. I need some sort of childcare so I can view properties etc. I start work before the kids start school...ahhhh! All ideas and info on costs greatly appreciated. Thanks
Hi Nicola, Have you tried expatriates.com/classifieds/bhr/apw/ and expatriates.com/classifieds/bhr/nursery_schools/ I should warn you, I don't think they have any CRB type of checks here. You will need to ask for references. Cheers Read More
Finally Got a flight date! by CathyAnn
after organising a very complicated medical - I finally found out I move over on August 20th! Scary/Exciting/Can't wait!! Now time to pack up my life....
Hi Nicola, I will be arriving on the 24th. Struggling to a company to ship our excess baggage for a reasonable price. Any suggestions? We arrive from the UK on the 20th too! I've just finished all the medical exams... Cost almost £300 which I ... Read More
Work Visa Progress by mkd008
Hi All, My work visa was submitted last week. The application has progressed from LMRA to GDNPR yesterday. Any idea how long will I have to wait now? Cheers
Alhumdulilah, Visa approved and issued yesterday. Arriving in Bahrain on Tuesday Insha Allah :) Read More
Cycling group in Manama by M. Seif
Hi everyone :) I have always found Cycling a great activity, though, I dont find much groups in the whole Middle East except in Dubai and Egypt. So, I thought of calling for one in Bahrain, for anyone who likes Cycling, or even just likes to try. ...
Looks like the application is stuck until after EID. 10 days wasted :( Read More
Cycling group in Manama by M. Seif
Hi everyone :) I have always found Cycling a great activity, though, I dont find much groups in the whole Middle East except in Dubai and Egypt. So, I thought of calling for one in Bahrain, for anyone who likes Cycling, or even just likes to try. ...
I am sure there is a cycling group in Bahrain. I saw a group of 10-15 cyclists 2 years ago when visiting Bahrain on a holiday. I would love to be part of one but will let it pass for 2 reasons: 1) The heat 2) Dangerous driving and lack of cyclists ... Read More
Work Visa Progress
Hi All, My work visa was submitted last week. The application has progressed from LMRA to GDNPR yesterday. Any idea how long will I have to wait now? Cheers Read More
Family Accomodation
Hi All, I have my medical examination tomorrow. Following this it could be a week to get the visa and come down to Bahrain with family(family will apply for visa on arrival, we are british citizens), Insha Allah. I am a bit confused with ... Read More
Era Tower Feedback, Bahrain by brightonguy
Hello all, I am about to rent a flat and have few options in front of me but I can't make my mind up. I have seen Era Tower, Abraj Al Lulu and Reef Island properties which are all in Seef. I have also seen some some flats near the Dana Mall. ...
Could you please PM me some more details. I'm looking for a 2 bed with all the amenities included, want the kids to be happy :) my budget is around 450 Cheers Read More
Era Tower Feedback, Bahrain by brightonguy
Hello all, I am about to rent a flat and have few options in front of me but I can't make my mind up. I have seen Era Tower, Abraj Al Lulu and Reef Island properties which are all in Seef. I have also seen some some flats near the Dana Mall. ...
Hey brightonguy, so what have you decided on? I am thinking of Abraj Al Lulu just cos it has more facilities for the kids, but some friends have advised against it, not a good idea when things are not good. Read More
Finally Got a flight date! by CathyAnn
after organising a very complicated medical - I finally found out I move over on August 20th! Scary/Exciting/Can't wait!! Now time to pack up my life....
Hi CathyAnn, I am waiting for my visa, did not need a medical yet, if you don't mind could you PM the details of where you got your medical test, please :) Just in case I need one. Read More