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shezx

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Pakistani expat in Saudi Arabia

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Lives in Riyadh

Registration: 13 June 2013

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shezx replied to a thread
10 years ago
Hafeezg

Driving from Riyadh to Dubai by Road by Hafeezg

Hi I am new in Riyadh and would like to travel to Dubai by car. Can expatriates travel across the border on their cars. Someone please advise. Regards Hafeez

shezx

Yes, its around 10 hours drive to Dubai, there are a couple of routes. Take the Riyadh - Dammam Rd - Houfuf - UAE route, even though 100km longer than the "empty quarter" route, its much more convenient and safe. search the forums for ... Read More

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10 years ago
misiraj

IT Job offer - Is it feasible to accomodate family status? by misiraj

Dear friends, I am IT job seeker (6+ MNC exp in India) in Gulf and has been offered 15K SAR per month. This doesn't include Transportation, Food and Housing. I am married and with a kid of 2.5 years. Can i go for this offer? I can't drive and it ...

shezx

You will be able to live comfortably, on 15K a year, how much you save depends on your lifestyle. The comments others have made on expenses are pretty accurate. Life without a car, specially with the family will be very difficult, there are lots of ... Read More

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10 years ago
nauman.zahir

Good International schools in Riyadh by nauman.zahir

Hi everyone, I will be moving to Riyadh In Shaa Allah by the end of March and my family will be following me towards the end of May once the academic session is completed. I would like to know of good international schools in Riyadh in the range ...

shezx

My children will start at Saudi International School this year, We visited lots of schools, and thought this was the best in our price range + feedback is very positive from parents whose children go there Read More

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10 years ago
peyton evans

about maids in Riyadh by peyton evans

so i was wondering, if i wanted to get a maid, will she be ok with the idea of staying alone with my husband? i know some girls don't feel comfortable to staying alone with a guy especially if the wife is away, i just wanna make sure it's ok ...

shezx

hi Peyton, this is quite common in compounds, where the maids are provided by them...outside compounds, its a little different, and some families actually prefer "male maids" to do the cleaning etc. in the evening when the man of house is ... Read More

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10 years ago
manral.deepica

seder village reviews and prices by manral.deepica

Hi all, Anyone who is from seder village.I would like to know about its management and facilities provided in seder village. The residents are Arabic, western or mixed. And the prices for 2-3 bedroom villa. TIA.

shezx

hi, I lived there for 3 months last year, the residents are mostly westerners, but some Asians as well, the facilities and the general environment, i really liked. Although i was living in the motel, i had a look at the price list, and the 2 bed ... Read More

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10 years ago
j.renner

Offer for Riyadh by j.renner

Dear community, I am considering a move from Austria to Riyadh in order to work as an Online Business Manager (mid management position) for an insurance company. They are offering 140.000 USD per year (fixed income) plus an anual bonus scheme ...

shezx

I think you should go for it, here is how your monthly expenses would look like: accomodation in a decent compound: 10KSAR SUV Car + Fuel: 3KSAR Grocery + other living expenses - 7KSAR Schooling (british school or equiv for 2 children) - ... Read More

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10 years ago
nothinggghgj

Anyone shipped from amazon or ebay to Riyadh? by nothinggghgj

or any international online store

shezx

i use shopandship.com Read More

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10 years ago
kom340

Living in apartment in Riyadh (pros and cons) by kom340

Hello! What do you think is the most struggling thing in Riyadh while living in an apartment? 1. Water? Should be obviously one of the problematic parts, but not everywhere. 2. Centralized gas? Did anyone have problems with gas? Is it ...

shezx

I have been living in an apartment for 6 months, but since my wife and kids joined a month ago, i found it really difficult for them. The kids cant go outside and ride their bike or go for a swim or socialize with anyone....the wife is stuck at home ... Read More

shezx created a thread
10 years ago

suggestions for places to take the wife and kids

hi guys, i have my wife and kids joining in a couple of days for a short - mainly to look at schools for the kids. I also wanted to to take this chance to show them around and make sure they have a good time. I have already looked at the Riyadh map, ... Read More

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11 years ago
Zoufan

Visit Visa for Mother by Zoufan

Hello everyone, i'm in dire need of help & advise regarding on how to bring my mother to Riyadh. My fathers visa status has been changed to labor so he cannot apply for it, my iqama profession is "General Accountant" so i think i can apply for it. ...

shezx

hi Guys, does anyone know what this means: نأمل تعبئة طلب جديد وادخال رقم ... Read More

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11 years ago
Nkkundi

How good is King Abdul Aziz international School by Nkkundi

Hello everyone, My husband just moved to riyadh and we are going to join him in a couple I months. We have 4 boys ages 11,8, an 3( twins) for whom we need to choose a school which is good curriculum and somewhat Islamic. Now I've searched through ...

shezx

Hi, My wife and kids will be in Riyadh soon, and I have short-listed Saud Intl and Abdul Aziz Intl schools based on discussions with friends. I will visit the schools in a few weeks, and maybe your husband needs to do the same. I did hear some ... Read More

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11 years ago
carolinagarciabarquero

Motel in a compound by carolinagarciabarquero

Hi, I am female, will go alone some days per month and I have heard that Seder Village Motel could be an option. Has anyone experience on this? Could anyone help with the price of dayly transport to Kingdom center go and return? Thanks a lot!!

shezx

i live in the seder village compound, its very comfortable and safe.I have been here for two weeks now. the daily price is around 500 SAR I think, but I am not sure since my company pays the bill. Its not always easy to get a room though. There are ... Read More