3daddict
British Virgin Islander looking for information about Bahrain
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British Virgin Islander
Lives in London
Registration: 08 February 2014
Villa to rent in Saar, Hamala ... by 3daddict
Hi All, Merry Christmas and a very happy new year to all of you, wish you all the best in 2015. My yearly rent contract about to finish soon, I just started looking for a villa to rent. I'd appreciate your recommendation as I'm not ...
Thanks Kenjee will do. Have you looked on Bahrain property world? May be best place to start and narrow it down to some places you like the look of then go from there. I'm in Barbar and its a nice area, get more for your buck out further out. ... Read More
Villa to rent in Saar, Hamala ...
Hi All, Merry Christmas and a very happy new year to all of you, wish you all the best in 2015. My yearly rent contract about to finish soon, I just started looking for a villa to rent. I'd appreciate your recommendation as I'm not ... Read More
Reef Island by French_expat_guy
Hello, I would like to know something about Reef Island. I have checked the following website which introduces the whole project : reef-island.com/main.asp The real island does really look like this or this is still under construction? Could you ...
Hi ethanb, Menatelecom providing booster you can fit it in your balcony if you have one. I'm really struggling with Nue-Tel , I'd not recommend it at all. you can ask Vivia for 3 days trial, i believe the signal much better than before. ... Read More
Do you recommend Mazda ? by 3daddict
Hi, I'm about to buy a new Mazda 3, I'd like to know if anyone has good or bad feedback about Mazda in general. Regards, M
Didn't really like Toyota Yaris at all, not a big fan of Hyundai :/ Scottrace, yes it's not that big, as I only have only 2 kids and the car will be used by my wife so i think it's a good option with this price range. Read More
Do you recommend Mazda ? by 3daddict
Hi, I'm about to buy a new Mazda 3, I'd like to know if anyone has good or bad feedback about Mazda in general. Regards, M
for Mazda3 1.6 2015 start from BD 6300 up to BD 7500. Read More
Documents for legalisation in the UK by ESLTutor
Could anyone please advise me which personal documents I should get legalised if I am coming to Bahrain from the UK to work. I read somewhere that birth certificates for children and marriage certificates should be legalised, is this correct? I am ...
Copy version has less information than the original one. I have used the copy version and it was ok. It's better to check with your employer either they will get your family as residents or visitors, if visitors will they cover the cost to ... Read More
Do you recommend Mazda ?
Hi, I'm about to buy a new Mazda 3, I'd like to know if anyone has good or bad feedback about Mazda in general. Regards, M Read More
Documents for legalisation in the UK by ESLTutor
Could anyone please advise me which personal documents I should get legalised if I am coming to Bahrain from the UK to work. I read somewhere that birth certificates for children and marriage certificates should be legalised, is this correct? I am ...
once you pass the probation period you can apply for family visa, unless they are coming with you then you can convert their visit visa to resident visa, depends on your employer, I believe it's the same procedures. you can get a copy of birth ... Read More
Documents for legalisation in the UK by ESLTutor
Could anyone please advise me which personal documents I should get legalised if I am coming to Bahrain from the UK to work. I read somewhere that birth certificates for children and marriage certificates should be legalised, is this correct? I am ...
Check the price online for Bahrain embassy, it was 拢20 but when I arrived there they told me it's 拢40, website has not been updated for 3 years. Not sure if they updated it or not. you will need your kids birth certificate to be able ... Read More
Bringing money into Bahrain by Gary31
Hi all, is it best to bring cash to the UK either already exchanged into BD or bringing in GBP and transferring into BD when there where will I get the better rates? Thanks in advance
Before I moved to Bahrain I was in the same situation, change pound to dinar in UK is limited, at least where I was. M&S has to be informed a week in advance as they do not stock dinar. other places they do not have it. maybe in central London ... Read More
Visa process of behrain. by tahishah
How much time it takes to obtain work visa for Bahrain. I got an job opportunity in Bahrain, I received Offer Letter last month but still I don't receive visa from employer. Please tell me how much time I've to wait for visa.
You can check it online with your passport number : http://portal.lmra.bh/english/express_services/#.U3Txk2qEZxs Read More
Reef Island by French_expat_guy
Hello, I would like to know something about Reef Island. I have checked the following website which introduces the whole project : reef-island.com/main.asp The real island does really look like this or this is still under construction? Could you ...
Hi all, I'd like to add my experience here as I live in Reef Island. I'll talk only about TV and Broadband. If you live in Coral building you are lucky person as you have Batelco, not sure about TV there. If you are in Pearl or similar building ... Read More
Schools! by -Andrea-
Hi all My husband and I and our 3 children will be relocating to Bahrain this August. I have applied to BSB and heard nothing back as yet? I have also applied to St Christophers school. My 10 year son and 7 year old daughter have completed the ...
Agree with scottrace, don't wait until they call you, I was calling BSB almost everyday. Before doing the assessment they did not tell you if there is a place or not? All the best, Mo Read More
Which salary is better 2900 BHD or 38500 AED ? by agsuhail
hi guys, I need help. Been thinking a lot for past 2 weeks and still in a dilemma. :unsure I have two offers one in Bahrain with salary 2900 BHD and another in Dubai 38500 AED. The benefits and add ons are exactly the same in both, (No ...
I heard accommodation went up 45% this year in Dubai, it would not be easy specially if you have kids. All the best. Mo Read More
I'm in Bahain by 3daddict
Hi All, Quick update, I'm in Bahrain now :D , still in a hotel while I'm looking for a flat. I have been looking in Saar, Amwaj, Seef and Reef Island. I think i'll go with Reef Island option as it's in the middle between school and my ...
Hi guys, I'm happy to meet you anywhere, just let me know where and when :) @Josnuggles, you are right but I could not find any full furnished and all inclusive in compounds, next year will move near to the school. Let me know when you are in ... Read More
I'm in Bahain by 3daddict
Hi All, Quick update, I'm in Bahrain now :D , still in a hotel while I'm looking for a flat. I have been looking in Saar, Amwaj, Seef and Reef Island. I think i'll go with Reef Island option as it's in the middle between school and my ...
Thanks a lot everyone, we ended up in Reef Island. All other area need cash to buy furniture so we decided to go with fully furnished and all inclusive for now. Thanks again for your support guys :) Read More
School panic by Js-mom
Hi my husband has been offered a job in Kobar and myself and our 3 boys are in the process of organising a move to Bahrain. I'm wondering if anyone could help me with some advise about schooling. I have seen from the forum and from contacting the ...
Hi Js-mom, We just moved 2 weeks ago, my daughter just started the school (BSB) today. I know how you feel now as we were in the same situation but as scottrace said send you application first, once you pay the BD50 they will call you. Priority ... Read More
I'm in Bahain by 3daddict
Hi All, Quick update, I'm in Bahrain now :D , still in a hotel while I'm looking for a flat. I have been looking in Saar, Amwaj, Seef and Reef Island. I think i'll go with Reef Island option as it's in the middle between school and my ...
Hi Guys, What about : Umm Al Hasam Adliya Mahooz Read More
I'm in Bahain by 3daddict
Hi All, Quick update, I'm in Bahrain now :D , still in a hotel while I'm looking for a flat. I have been looking in Saar, Amwaj, Seef and Reef Island. I think i'll go with Reef Island option as it's in the middle between school and my ...
I heard about tyre burning from a lot of people but they said it's not a big issue, I'd appreciate if anyone lives in Saar can share her/his experience.. Read More
I'm in Bahain by 3daddict
Hi All, Quick update, I'm in Bahrain now :D , still in a hotel while I'm looking for a flat. I have been looking in Saar, Amwaj, Seef and Reef Island. I think i'll go with Reef Island option as it's in the middle between school and my ...
I like Seef as well my only concern there is a lot of construction there unless you know better area in Seef. We have seen really nice flats in Saar. you have to choose what you like more as we will never get everything in one place. Read More
I'm in Bahain
Hi All, Quick update, I'm in Bahrain now :D , still in a hotel while I'm looking for a flat. I have been looking in Saar, Amwaj, Seef and Reef Island. I think i'll go with Reef Island option as it's in the middle between school and my ... Read More
converting visitor visa to RP by 3daddict
Hi All, We are planning to move all to Bahrain in the same day so I'd like to know can we all enter in RP visa ? I have been told they can come with visitor visa then convert it to RP. Not really sure if my daughter will be able to start the school ...
Thank you so much scottrace :one Read More
converting visitor visa to RP by 3daddict
Hi All, We are planning to move all to Bahrain in the same day so I'd like to know can we all enter in RP visa ? I have been told they can come with visitor visa then convert it to RP. Not really sure if my daughter will be able to start the school ...
Thanks Scottrace. Do I need to renew visitor visa every month or I can get it for 3 months. Is it expensive ? Read More
converting visitor visa to RP by 3daddict
Hi All, We are planning to move all to Bahrain in the same day so I'd like to know can we all enter in RP visa ? I have been told they can come with visitor visa then convert it to RP. Not really sure if my daughter will be able to start the school ...
Sorry if I wasn't clear enough. I'm coming to work in Bahrain, waiting for my RP to be issued. can my family enter with me in my first entry to Bahrain ? Read More
converting visitor visa to RP
Hi All, We are planning to move all to Bahrain in the same day so I'd like to know can we all enter in RP visa ? I have been told they can come with visitor visa then convert it to RP. Not really sure if my daughter will be able to start the school ... Read More
British School of Bahrain by Omeath
Hoping to move to Bahrain in the coming months. Looking at BSB. Anyone got the latest on the school?
Same situation here. Your daughter has to do an exam to get a place in BSB, our school in London refused to undertake the exam for my daughter so we have to move and do the exam before they can guarantee a place for her. Read More
Medical Test in UK
thanks a lot brightonguy :) found this one as well : http://www.walkin-clinic.co.uk/contact-harley-street Read More
Medical Test in UK
Hi All, I have been asked to do a medical test to be able to get a visa, they have sent me a link to LMRA where are all authorized health centres but UK is not listed. however i can do the test anywhere i like in the UK, Anyone has any ... Read More
Job Offer Bahrain by Mukunda1983
I have received the offer letter from one reputed company from Bahrain, should i resign now or after getting the visa in the present company?. The HR is saying they will get the VISA in 2 weeks.
I agree with you Josnuggles, there is no good reason to not send the contract!! Read More
Job Offer Bahrain by Mukunda1983
I have received the offer letter from one reputed company from Bahrain, should i resign now or after getting the visa in the present company?. The HR is saying they will get the VISA in 2 weeks.
my concern is there is no document including all the benefits at all, the offer only shows the salary and medical insurance ( Company Policy ) which I have no clue about. I have asked them to share a draft version of the contract as you advised guys ... Read More
Job Offer Bahrain by Mukunda1983
I have received the offer letter from one reputed company from Bahrain, should i resign now or after getting the visa in the present company?. The HR is saying they will get the VISA in 2 weeks.
Hi All, I'm in the same situation now. I have a signed copy of the offer from both of us. I told them I'd not resign before I get a visa in my passport then I'll give my notice to my current employer. Is it normal to move to Bahrain then sign the ... Read More
need advice on my Budget by 3daddict
Hi Everyone :) I'd like to introduce myself first before I start asking questions, I live in London with my family ( Wife, 8 years daughter and newborn baby), I work in broadcasting industry for more than 8 years in addition to another 7 years in ...
By the way, how normally the rent will be paid ? Monthly or quarterly ? Do I need to pay a deposit like in the UK ? Read More
need advice on my Budget by 3daddict
Hi Everyone :) I'd like to introduce myself first before I start asking questions, I live in London with my family ( Wife, 8 years daughter and newborn baby), I work in broadcasting industry for more than 8 years in addition to another 7 years in ...
Hi brightonguy, thanks a lot for your reply. I have asked them about schools but unfortunately they are not contributing :( . I'm trying to push it a little bit more as you said schools are very expensive, so when the little one start going to ... Read More
need advice on my Budget by 3daddict
Hi Everyone :) I'd like to introduce myself first before I start asking questions, I live in London with my family ( Wife, 8 years daughter and newborn baby), I work in broadcasting industry for more than 8 years in addition to another 7 years in ...
Thanks a lot Stumpy and Scottrace, Rent, I have seen a lot of flats to rent in Juffair around my budget with all inclusive. if it's all inclusive does it mean Municipality tax as well ? I have read a lot of different posts in the forum, if the ... Read More
need advice on my Budget
Hi Everyone :) I'd like to introduce myself first before I start asking questions, I live in London with my family ( Wife, 8 years daughter and newborn baby), I work in broadcasting industry for more than 8 years in addition to another 7 years in ... Read More