Mr Darren Thompson
Active memberEnglish expat in Uzbekistan
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Lives in Tashkent
Speaks English
Registration: 05 October 2013
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I have been scammed - Translation Services by AdamTashkent
Having recently moved to Tashkent, I was looking for a good Uzbek - English / Russian - English translator, as we have quite a substantial requirement for translations in our Office. I found a lady online by the name of T . We met up and her command ...
@AdamTashkentI saw your bitter posts on Facebook earlier and the comments that suggest you seek professional organisations and or qualified individuals, rather than offer prices that only scam artists would be interested in! I want to take this ... Read More
Advise for International School in Tashkent by ysfabu2014
Hello, I am Abu Yousuf, i am planning to move in to Tashkent in July. Any advise for International School in Tashkent.
These are the first two that spring to mind... Let me know if you decide to come and I will help you with more.Tashkent International SchoolWunderkindKind regards,Darren Read More
Job seeker as ESL/ IELTS teacher by sajjshiningstar
Hello everyone, I am looking for English teaching job with teaching experience of more than 20 years to all age groups. I am applying for job openings and looking forward to any institutions or HR Managers who need to hire teachers, please feel free ...
Very few people will find work sending int their CV (although it is happening a little more now), most of us have to go there and visit the schools or language centres. Uzbekistan is quite a closed country and this year was the very first year that ... Read More
Facts about Uzbekistan ? by Fiaz Hasan
We’d like to visit Uzbekistan and Tajikistan. But would like to get all the information as which Airline to use, what is the visa requirements, where to stay one’s we’re there. We are American Citizens living in Nee York area? ...
You can check whether you need a visa here: https://www.ivisa.com/uzbekistan/apply-now Read More
Cost of living by gobindasarkar
Hi All I will soon be moving to Uzbekistan as an expat from India. I got a job of salary 4000 USD per month. Is it sufficient to live with my family of 3 there? How much I can save per month? The accomodation will be provided by Company. Can anyone ...
@gobindasarkar - What were the reasons that changed your mind? Read More
Cost of living by gobindasarkar
Hi All I will soon be moving to Uzbekistan as an expat from India. I got a job of salary 4000 USD per month. Is it sufficient to live with my family of 3 there? How much I can save per month? The accomodation will be provided by Company. Can anyone ...
So this post is now over a year old, and I would love to know if you actually went, and if so, how are things going for you? Many thanks in advance. Kind regardsDarren Read More
Uzbekistan's subway - Tashkent Metro by kittycat1
I recently saw uveiled stunning-amazing-cool pictures of Uzbekistan's subway - Tashkent Metro never seen before ones due the ban -for decades- of taking phototgraphs of the place. A hidden artistic-jewel, a legacy, from the past. A sum of a ...
A simple search on google for images of the Tashkent metro will furnish you will all the images you will ever need! ))) Read More
Cost of living 2018 in Uzbekistan by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
Well I suppose it is a year and a day late - but here goes! ))) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5jARyEQ_kM Read More
Cost of living in Uzbekistan - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Uzbekistan, 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 ...
Check our my video which will give you the very basics; I will do a more detailed video in due-course after I have been here a little longer i.e. I have only recently come back after being away for over half a decade! ))) ... Read More
cost of living in tashkent by vmbujji
Iam Indian female 27 got offer in tashkent for 1200usd is it safe and good working in tashkent, i am given food and accommodation
You will be fine and the salary is more than enough to have a reasonable standard of living; I would recommend however that you look around for a better salary at your earliest opportunity, or you won't be able to make enough savings for when ... Read More
Property prices in Kazakhstan by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Finding affordable housing in Kazakhstan is number one priority for newcomers. Tell us more about the estate market in your district/city/region. What are the most desired places to live? What are the most affordable ones? What ...
----- Buying Buying property in Kazakhstan is relevantly cheap and in keeping with the cost of living... This can be attributed to the fact that the government has protected the locals by ensuring it is not all snapped-up by the international ... Read More
Expand your social circle in Kazakhstan by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Kazakhstan means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one ...
I strongly recommend joining www.internations.org where you can meet up with fellow expats; here in Almaty I am a Consul for the Networking Group... Please don't hesitate to join and lets hook-up :) ... Read More
How to make friends in Kazakhstan by expat.com
We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Kazakhstan :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Kazakhstan?? ...
Its not just feeling lonely without your friends from back home - as you can make friends here pretty quick for sure; but sometimes you want a home from home and a normal casual conversation with other native speakers... A great expat bars that ... Read More
Essentials to live in Kazakhstan by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Kazakhstan, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Kazakhstan? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
I have lived there for a while before moving onto China... Here is a video I put together as part of a 90 day challenge; it was to answer questions about the public transport infrastructure and public toilets etc. Enjoy :) ... Read More
Rent a flat or a house in Almaty by Christine
Finding a place to live is a priority when settling in Almaty. Your experience will be of a great help for the members who want to settle in Almaty. Therefore, we have prepared some questions for you: Is it hard to find a flat or a house for ...
Here Goes (deep breath!): Q: Is it hard to find a flat or a house for rent in Almaty? A: It is very easy; there is a small area next to the Green Market where estate agents all have their tables in a row and you can walk around and ask for what ... Read More