iusman975
Pakistani expat in Saudi Arabia
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About me
Pakistani
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks Arabic, English, Urdu, Punjabi, Spanish ( a little bit).
Registration: 24 June 2014
University for mature student in Riyadh
Hey, There is a place called Arts & Skills institute in Riyadh. I don't know if they have a website or not but a friend of mine studies there, If you want I can give you her number and you can get in touch with her. They do all sorts of ... Read More
Which SUV is best by SajidHameed
Dear members & Experts i am planning to buy/rent a SUV, why only SUV as we are a big family and cant adjust in sedan. would like to have at-least 6 long visits/year my budget is max upto 130K for new and can go for good maintained used ...
Well, I don't know how you haven't stumbled upon the new Dodge Durango yet! It's the best bang for the buck SUV out there and the best looking of them all as well. for a 130K you will get fantastic options plus it looks gorgeous on the ... Read More
Good workmanship auto workship
Go to ThePitStop, They are professional guys and do a good job for a good price. Right Behind the BMW Showroom on King AbdulAziz Road, Turn right towards tahliya and it's on yoour right next to Rolls Royce Showroom! Read More
Need Guidance for a Road trip to Dubai by snajam.ahmed
Hi All, I am planning to go to Dubai in the mid of January with my Family via Kharj road for the first time. I want to ask a few things. Is it a two way road (via Kharj) till UAE border? What is the suitable time to reach to the border? I am ...
Hey, I would recomend you take the dammam highway first and then take the exit to UAE from there onwards. It's a much better, newly paved road. Aim to reach there by Maghrib time so that you have covered the curvy roads before the border in ... Read More
Any compound locations available for some party?
How many people are attending ? I may be able to hook you up to a good compound. Read More
Iqama for 20 yr old Daughter refused - British Citizen by NazirYNWA
Appreciate any help and advice. My 20 year old daughter is unmarried and solely dependant on. As a result of her being refused an Iqama, my family is unable to move to KSA to live with me. I have obtained a letter from my employer stating my ...
That's a bit of a bummer. The official age is 26 years, till that age the children of expats can be on their Iqama. But that 26 year old limit is for boys not for girls, girls can stay indefinitely. I have tons of friends who have their ... Read More
Looking for bikers in Jeddah
It depends on what type of a bike you ride? I have been a rider for quite a while and I ride SuperSport Bikes. I had a GSXR600 but got into a nasty crash a few months ago ( Oil spill on the road ). It's under repairs but I have bought a Ducati ... Read More
Hair Matter !
Yes, you can color them since no one is going to see them outside anyways and what people can't see, can''t criticize ( LOL ) Read More
Taxi/Transport/Driver
I would suggest using the SAPTCO service. Most of the private drivers drive like there is no tomorrow and I for one can not sit for such a long time with anyone else driving. They are usually sleep deprived and using energy drinks to stay up! Go ... Read More
Car Engine Oil Flushing- Machiene by yousf84
Asalamalykum, I wanted to Flush my car's engine oil,Since Im doing it first time here, I wanted to know if they do it though machines ( i used to do it in Dubai- Emarat Petrol Pump by Automatic Machine). Anyone is aware if such kind of service ...
Synthetic for a straight 4 engine wouldn't make sense buddy. The 5w30 or 5w40 viscosity can cause damage to a small displacement engine. Read More
Car Engine Oil Flushing- Machiene by yousf84
Asalamalykum, I wanted to Flush my car's engine oil,Since Im doing it first time here, I wanted to know if they do it though machines ( i used to do it in Dubai- Emarat Petrol Pump by Automatic Machine). Anyone is aware if such kind of service ...
Hey, Petromin has both but I wouldn't recommend Petromin for 2 factors 1) obviously I work for Shell 2) Their oils have a very secretive production which kinda makes me suspicious about recycled oil which is harmful for the car. Great, Use ... Read More
Car Engine Oil Flushing- Machiene by yousf84
Asalamalykum, I wanted to Flush my car's engine oil,Since Im doing it first time here, I wanted to know if they do it though machines ( i used to do it in Dubai- Emarat Petrol Pump by Automatic Machine). Anyone is aware if such kind of service ...
Hey, I work for Shell Motor Oils so you can say, I got my hands in oil. I wouldn't recommend getting an oil change through the machines here. They don't do it properly unlike the Dubai outlet who have proper equipment to do the ... Read More
Need suggestion in purchasing a car by jehangir78
I have already Grand Marques but i want to go for the GMC , Ford or Cheverlet as per requirement of my family size so i just want to know that how much is the difference between Grand marques and spare parts price and maintenance of other such as ...
Given that I come from a very automotively engaged background, I can be called the PetrolHead lol. I will suggest you go for Dodge Durango, It's the best bang for buck car in the market. It's as big as the others in its league, doens't ... Read More
Moving to Abha - Things to do ! by hujja
Hi everyone, I have accepted an offer from *** to teach at King Khaled University in Abha. My visa being processed as we speak and I should (insha'Allah) be in Saudi before the end of the month! I've used the search function on this ...
Well Abha happens to be a very beautiful place. Probably in the top 3 most beautiful places in KSA. The greenery there is just absolutely fantastic and you will have a pleasant experince with the people there as well since most of them are very kind ... Read More
Sabb Bank Account Freezed by javedakb
Yesterday I got message by SABB Bank We regret to inform you that your account has been frozen.please visit any nearest branch to reactivate your account. I dont know why its freezed??while my iqama is already updated Any help??
8001248888 That's the best way to find out right now for you! Read More
looking for billiards/ snooker partner in Riyadh by arrman
hi. i am looking for friend for billards/ snooker play. if any body wish to invite me i am glad to join you. thank you.
I play pool in the fitness time gyms all over riyadh. They have good tables, so it's goofd for me after a good workout and swim! Read More
Bike Licence by saimans
Hi guys, Need a complete and quick procedure to get my hands on the bike licence, with details of the time frame and the money involved. Thanx in advance for the replies !!
Well yeah, Get a license first and see what suits your needs then. They will have a sale on Kawasaki by november to clear out the 2014 stocks so see if you can strike up a good deal. Read More
Bike Licence by saimans
Hi guys, Need a complete and quick procedure to get my hands on the bike licence, with details of the time frame and the money involved. Thanx in advance for the replies !!
Thats pure BS that you don't need a bike lisence. I have been riding for almost a year now here and you do need a license to ride a bike. It's a painful process though. - Go to the driving school and get the papers for a bike license. - ... Read More
Granada compound management 'Western' or not? by DesertRed
I am moving to Granada compound in a week. I have heard mixed feedback regarding whether is is being run as a 'Western' compound or not. I also heard that it is changing management right now. More to the point....is it 'Abaya Free'? My wife was ...
Well Granada compound is a mix. There are a few asians living there as well, a couple of European families as well and now some are starting to come in pretty soon from Europe as well. Granada does have the best facilities around with the ... Read More
Granada compound management 'Western' or not? by DesertRed
I am moving to Granada compound in a week. I have heard mixed feedback regarding whether is is being run as a 'Western' compound or not. I also heard that it is changing management right now. More to the point....is it 'Abaya Free'? My wife was ...
Most of the compounds here don't allow asians ( Even people with asian orgins ) to be living in the compounds. They are strictly just westerns, They won't even put you on a waiting list either. Some of the compounds here, infact most of ... Read More
Granada compound management 'Western' or not? by DesertRed
I am moving to Granada compound in a week. I have heard mixed feedback regarding whether is is being run as a 'Western' compound or not. I also heard that it is changing management right now. More to the point....is it 'Abaya Free'? My wife was ...
In that case I would recommend Garanada Compound. It's really close to the American School plus given that the new families are moving in, it's going to be crowded and lively again. PLus the other compounds have a very strict hidden policy ... Read More
Granada compound management 'Western' or not? by DesertRed
I am moving to Granada compound in a week. I have heard mixed feedback regarding whether is is being run as a 'Western' compound or not. I also heard that it is changing management right now. More to the point....is it 'Abaya Free'? My wife was ...
Well I am not too fan of the compounds to be honest so not much information about if anything is around. I mean I grew up in KSA and it's pretty much like a home to me so instead of paying 200,000 SAR plus / year for a tiny house, I went out and ... Read More
Granada compound management 'Western' or not? by DesertRed
I am moving to Granada compound in a week. I have heard mixed feedback regarding whether is is being run as a 'Western' compound or not. I also heard that it is changing management right now. More to the point....is it 'Abaya Free'? My wife was ...
There is a compound called Al -Hamra compound and it's one of the best compounds to be in to be honest. On a slightly higher side of price spectrum but it's completely worth it. Great community, great houses, perfect services and facility ... Read More
Granada compound management 'Western' or not? by DesertRed
I am moving to Granada compound in a week. I have heard mixed feedback regarding whether is is being run as a 'Western' compound or not. I also heard that it is changing management right now. More to the point....is it 'Abaya Free'? My wife was ...
Take if it's available, I like the community there and it's a respectable compound to be honest. Some of the compounds have a bad rating due to the immoral activities that happen within them. I was told last night that about 40 families are ... Read More
Granada compound management 'Western' or not? by DesertRed
I am moving to Granada compound in a week. I have heard mixed feedback regarding whether is is being run as a 'Western' compound or not. I also heard that it is changing management right now. More to the point....is it 'Abaya Free'? My wife was ...
It is a good compound in terms of the crowd and community but I don't like the facilities there or the layout of the compound it self. Plus there is a huge waiting list so unless you are willing to shell out a bribe, forget about getting a ... Read More
Granada compound management 'Western' or not? by DesertRed
I am moving to Granada compound in a week. I have heard mixed feedback regarding whether is is being run as a 'Western' compound or not. I also heard that it is changing management right now. More to the point....is it 'Abaya Free'? My wife was ...
To be honest, I wouldn't advise anyone moving into Granada Compound if you are looking enjoy a community-ish feeling because the place is empty. There are barely a few families living there, the management is pretty shitty as well. If you do ... Read More
Returning to Riyadh/ New Friends
Welcome to Riyadh. It's kinda tough to enjoy outdoor activities given the extreme weather conditions here but I guess you will have a good few months from August to December to enjoy. I love hiking so I often go out with a couple of friends but ... Read More
Apartment Complexes
I have sent you a private message with the location just check that out Read More
Apartment Complexes
There is a place on Riyadh Tahliya, it's a small apartment complex with swimming pool, gym and a small playground. A pretty cute place to live in, i don't exactly recall the name but I can provide the location if you are interested! Read More
International Money Transfer by JOHN GOODALL
Hi, Yesterday (Wednesday) I did a Online Money transfer from my Saudi Bank, to my UK Bank. Today (Thursday ) I checked my UK Bank and It has not arrived yet ?... Any Idea how long a transfer should take ? Also the Saudi Bank have charged me SAR ...
International transfers take 10-12 WORKING days. So do not worry if you don't recieve anything in the next 2 weeks, it's very normal and if it is a slightly larger sum of money, it will be stopped and they will ask you to clarify the reason ... Read More
in need of an acoustic guitar(classical) by sprome
Hey fellow xpats.. does someone knows here a shop near tahlia? i really need some music time. Boredom here sucks hehe.. please comment.. yamaha/greg/fender/gibson any brand ranging from 300 to 800 sar.. tnx guys..
Why don't you go to Ad Dawliya in Akaria mall and get a new one? I have a classical guitar but I bought it for 8000 AED because the collection in the music shops here is awful. Just a few left overs from UAE. Don't get a used guitar, get ... Read More
Presentation
Hey buddy, Welcome to the forum and a late welcome to Riyadh As well. I have been in RIyadh for the past 4 years, I was born and raised in KSA though but mainly in Khobar and Jeddah. Currently working as the Country Brand Manager for Shell Motor ... Read More
dubai tourist visa by mmmmmgb
i would like to know how much does the tourist visa costs in dubai? i'm planning to visit dubai from riyadh..
It depends, if you are going to get the VISA from one of the travel Agents in Kingdom, it cost's about 270-320 riyals ( Rates vary from one agent to another ). If you want to get an on arrival Visa, it costs 240 Riyals. But please make sure ... Read More
Expat Bikers Club by mazharx
I recently moved from India to Riyadh; I come from a very small town in India named Pune but lived most of my career life in Mumbai, the city of the living :) that's what I call it as some ppl say - the city never sleeps聟聟.. I work with an ...
Hey guys, I own a Suzuki GSXR600 2012 in Riyadh. The process is pretty staright forward to get a bike, you need to get a license for it but it takes a while. They have a process for criminal record check for all the people getting a bike or a heavy ... Read More