John Wickham
@jswwjw
American looking for information about Saudi Arabia
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About me
American
Lives in Ocean Springs, MS
Speaks spanish, english ...and coming soon Arabic
Registration: 13 May 2010
Bringing my "guard dogs" (lol 3 pound Maltese's) by jswwjw
Ok, any of you out there brought your "guard dogs"? I have 4 small Maltese's (the largest is 13 pounds, others are real small) that we want to bring. I have read a few areas that indicate a health certificate signed my a USA vet addresses to ...
well then I would also ask is it possible to adopt a small dog in Riyadh? Read More
Bringing my "guard dogs" (lol 3 pound Maltese's) by jswwjw
Ok, any of you out there brought your "guard dogs"? I have 4 small Maltese's (the largest is 13 pounds, others are real small) that we want to bring. I have read a few areas that indicate a health certificate signed my a USA vet addresses to ...
Well; I am still in the USA awaiting my Visa from the Embassy in DC. I was supposed to be there by the 4th of September!!! I want to get over there for a few months and get established before I attempt to bring the dogs(wife) over. I might not ... Read More
Medical exam for employment visa by Macdin
Hello everyone I am trying to negotiate the paperwork required for the employment visa, and I need some advice. The medical examination appears outdated and onerous. How detailed does it have to be? Unfortunately, no one at the Saudi Embassy in ...
I just completed my paperwork and medical screening and the one thing I learned out of all of it was: Make sure you have three copies, make sure everything on the form is filled out, make sure you sign (originally) all three, put photos on all ... Read More
Visa nightmare!! by jameel137
I was supposed to be in Riyadh on the 16th of September, however I'm still in the UK waiting for my visa. I've now been waiting for over two weeks and haven't heard anything from Saudi or from the agent in the UK. I'm supposed to be working for ...
I have been waiting for over a month now but am keeping my outlook "high"!! Positive, positive, positive. Hopefully it will be this week (heard that for the past 5 weeks though). Good luck amigo's Read More
Bringing my "guard dogs" (lol 3 pound Maltese's) by jswwjw
Ok, any of you out there brought your "guard dogs"? I have 4 small Maltese's (the largest is 13 pounds, others are real small) that we want to bring. I have read a few areas that indicate a health certificate signed my a USA vet addresses to ...
Probably because they are scared of your fierce animal (lol) and a smile for alleycat!!:) Read More
medical requirements
I just went through all of that. You will need a mini physical (the forms are available on most Visa processing web sites) that includes a Blood Pressure test, eye exam, urine exam, blood test for many things including; HIV, AIDS, Syphilis, you ... Read More
Got my official "letter" today. Looks like I'm inbound in a few weeks
Thank you again as well. You are all so helpful and will help me with my transition. Read More
Got my official "letter" today. Looks like I'm inbound in a few weeks
I would love a compound but have been told the wait is very long. If you know of one please advise. Thank you. Read More
Got my official "letter" today. Looks like I'm inbound in a few weeks
Got the letter today via internet to work in Riyadh. I am still looking for a safe place to rent, share, etc. Can be a home, apartment or flat. Anyone out there need a reliable non smoking roommate? Anyway; if I can get all of the embassy stuff ... Read More
Looking for a place to live
Thank you grand baie; just posted it. Wish me GOOD luck. Read More
Looking for a place to live
Ok; finally finalizing my trip to Saudi but they are offering me a housing allowance. I will be working in Riyadh on a high value construction project. I am a American-male, non smoker who is looking to rent a room or for a SAFE place to live. ... Read More
American Compound Housing by jswwjw
I have been again offered employment in Saudi Arabia (Riyahd) with a housing allowance and supposedly they will arrange for housing in an American Complex. Can anyone tell me approximately how much that would cost and how hard it will be to find ...
Thanks "misterstretch" I know I just received an email releasing a letter on me to the consulate so it looks like I will be heading to KSA. I will keep you all in the loop. thanks. Read More
American Compound Housing by jswwjw
I have been again offered employment in Saudi Arabia (Riyahd) with a housing allowance and supposedly they will arrange for housing in an American Complex. Can anyone tell me approximately how much that would cost and how hard it will be to find ...
Thanks everyone for the help. I was contacted (via email) by one of your property managers who gave me a few options. WOW it appears to be very expensive to live over there in a compound. I think the least expensive furnished place was 47,000.00 ... Read More
American Compound Housing by jswwjw
I have been again offered employment in Saudi Arabia (Riyahd) with a housing allowance and supposedly they will arrange for housing in an American Complex. Can anyone tell me approximately how much that would cost and how hard it will be to find ...
Perhaps some of you who live in compounds can give me an idea of which are nice or not. I am a non-smoker (and of course there) non drinker who will be working a lot. Any help is GREATLY appreciated. Hope to see (talk at least) to you all ... Read More
American Compound Housing by jswwjw
I have been again offered employment in Saudi Arabia (Riyahd) with a housing allowance and supposedly they will arrange for housing in an American Complex. Can anyone tell me approximately how much that would cost and how hard it will be to find ...
I guess when I meant "American" I meant ex-pat housing. My first offer of employment had everything arranged. This offer gives me a housing allowance and supposedly finds housing in a compound for me. I do not know what I would do or where I would ... Read More
American Compound Housing
I have been again offered employment in Saudi Arabia (Riyahd) with a housing allowance and supposedly they will arrange for housing in an American Complex. Can anyone tell me approximately how much that would cost and how hard it will be to find ... Read More
Good things in Riyadh... by the_dreamer
Riyadh is very conservative city but this is the place where you can save alot of money since no social life.. The main purpose in working here is to save. Just feel the life in other countries during vacation.
I know but had to laugh Read More
Good things in Riyadh... by the_dreamer
Riyadh is very conservative city but this is the place where you can save alot of money since no social life.. The main purpose in working here is to save. Just feel the life in other countries during vacation.
Three of my favorites (ok 2) (but which 2). Lol. Read More
Bringing my "guard dogs" (lol 3 pound Maltese's) by jswwjw
Ok, any of you out there brought your "guard dogs"? I have 4 small Maltese's (the largest is 13 pounds, others are real small) that we want to bring. I have read a few areas that indicate a health certificate signed my a USA vet addresses to ...
GREAT information and web sites. Thank you again. Read More
Bringing my "guard dogs" (lol 3 pound Maltese's) by jswwjw
Ok, any of you out there brought your "guard dogs"? I have 4 small Maltese's (the largest is 13 pounds, others are real small) that we want to bring. I have read a few areas that indicate a health certificate signed my a USA vet addresses to ...
Thank you glada. perhaps it was the cologne you were wearing; lol Read More
Bringing my "guard dogs" (lol 3 pound Maltese's)
Ok, any of you out there brought your "guard dogs"? I have 4 small Maltese's (the largest is 13 pounds, others are real small) that we want to bring. I have read a few areas that indicate a health certificate signed my a USA vet addresses to ... Read More
Social Events at Embassies by redgems
How can I find out about events going on at embassies in Riyadh? I've heard there are paid and non-paid events. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks.
Sounds like the Aussie's have more fun. Will have to befriend a few of you when I get there. See you all sooooon. Read More
Good things in Riyadh... by the_dreamer
Riyadh is very conservative city but this is the place where you can save alot of money since no social life.. The main purpose in working here is to save. Just feel the life in other countries during vacation.
a lot of very good information on this thread. I wear a cross on a chain so I will make sure I do not bring it. It also tells me not to bring and dvd movies over there and to remove all photos from my laptop. I take it that there will be a place ... Read More