SeymourSunshine
English looking for information about Libya
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Registration: 23 June 2010
Motorcycle business in Tripoli
LOADS of big bikes in Tripoli. My guess is that most of them are personal imports. You'll see the shabab (youths) wheel spinning and generally showing off every evening in Martyrs' Square and in the Grand Hotel Park. Plenty of smaller bikes around. ... Read More
Hi I am a new comer by davantlag
Hi everybody:D It seems in a short time (September) I am going to start working in Libya (Tripoli) I am really eager to check the situation there and start moving on. Furthermore, it seems that loneliness amongst expat people is a major issue. Is ...
I can only echo what JenniRed said. Arabic isn't that difficult once you get your head round the structure of the language. And as Jenni said, immerse yourself from day 1 and you'll soon pick it up. Read More
Up-to-date info on Libyan visa from London
Sorry. No idea on that one. Try ringing round the visa agencies and/or ask your local travel agent. It's a real drag to have to go to London twice to do this. Read More
Visa Application for Johnny English by Mr Bean
Hi, Wonder if anyone can help me ? - been offered a contract in Libya - the agent has got the Letter of Invitation. What's the script for a UK national ? - a trip to the embassy in London ? - I've had conflicting reports about what I don't & ...
For the situation as of Jly 2012 in London, see: /forum/viewtopic.php?id=176633#781150 Read More
Up-to-date info on Libyan visa from London
OK. I can answer this for myself now. The web site is at: http://ntclibya.org.uk/co/?page_id=86 but it is out of date. It asks for a Letter from employer, but this seems to be not needed now. See later. The doors of the visa section open at 09:30 ... Read More
Up-to-date info on Libyan visa from London
Hiyya Ya'all, The last time I came to Libya from UK (in 2010) it was only possible to apply for a visa in-person (due to need for fingerprints) on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and collect on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Is it still the same? Or ... Read More
Looking for teaching post in Tripoli by SeymourSunshine
Hiyya, Ya'all, It seems like ages since I left Libya. I was on the last flight out bound for Tunis on 12 Mar 2011. I really miss Libya. I was very happy there. Anyway ... on to business ... I'm a UK graduate teacher with QTS (qualified teacher ...
Almost three weeks to the day after starting my search I have been offered a job! Within another two days I've been offered three more jobs. So there are teaching jobs available in Libya to those willing to go out and search for them. I hope to ... Read More
Looking for teaching post in Tripoli by SeymourSunshine
Hiyya, Ya'all, It seems like ages since I left Libya. I was on the last flight out bound for Tunis on 12 Mar 2011. I really miss Libya. I was very happy there. Anyway ... on to business ... I'm a UK graduate teacher with QTS (qualified teacher ...
Hi Seymour, don't forget that you may also post an advert in the section Jobs in Tripoli, it may help.;) Harmonie.Hello Harmonie, (What a beautiful name you have!) I posted in the jobs section as you suggested. It took a couple of days for the ... Read More
Looking for teaching post in Tripoli by SeymourSunshine
Hiyya, Ya'all, It seems like ages since I left Libya. I was on the last flight out bound for Tunis on 12 Mar 2011. I really miss Libya. I was very happy there. Anyway ... on to business ... I'm a UK graduate teacher with QTS (qualified teacher ...
Thanks for the suggestion, Jenni. I've actioned that. Wish you well going back. You're bound to enjoy it. You seem like the kind of person who enjoys whatever they do. I hope the suggestions keep on flowing. Read More
Looking for teaching post in Tripoli
Hiyya, Ya'all, It seems like ages since I left Libya. I was on the last flight out bound for Tunis on 12 Mar 2011. I really miss Libya. I was very happy there. Anyway ... on to business ... I'm a UK graduate teacher with QTS (qualified teacher ... Read More
Chiselling Taxi Drivers by Twango
Heard this story that some guy from work was recently relived of his Iphone cash etc by his taxi driver who held a chisel to his throat FFS!
So it starts as an unsubstantiated rumour and finishes as a cat fight. This forum goes from heights to even greater heights. Read More
What type of car to purchase for driving around in Tripoli, Libya? by Astonished
I am looking for a new car to purchase in Tripoli, and maybe someone can help me here to recommend the right one. As I've seen alot of cars on the road mainly from the Toyota, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Hyundai, and KIA brands. I am not really a german car ...
I believe that many like the Mitsubishi Outlander for the early morning rush hour. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BToHDL6hLDM Read More
Cricket ::: Eng Vs Pak ODI Series by adnankpk
Hello Everyone, I thought of creating this as a topic for the discussion of the ongoing Cricket series going on Eng Vs Pak, the series is coming to an end as we know but there is still a final to be played at Southampton on Wednesday. So all the ...
Yep. Same shining wit, same crap car. Read More
Cricket ::: Eng Vs Pak ODI Series by adnankpk
Hello Everyone, I thought of creating this as a topic for the discussion of the ongoing Cricket series going on Eng Vs Pak, the series is coming to an end as we know but there is still a final to be played at Southampton on Wednesday. So all the ...
Adnankpk is dead. Long live kingroas. Read More
Belly Dancing Courses
You're an engineer, right? You know about coupled oscillators? Believe me, it's not a pretty sight when the frequency is high, the coupling loose and the phase difference is approaching 蟺. Read More
Hi Everybody (From A New Member) by kes1978
Hi all, thought it was about time I joined the forum and introduced myself. My name is Karl, I come from Bolton, Lancs and have been stationed here in Tripoli since May 2010. Currently living in Dahra close to the Tunisian Embassy. My interests ...
but I have wasted my breath (knowing they will not get it) long enough with these idgets. :)Here's a good use for your breath. Breathe on your glasses and then polish them up with a silk handkerchief. Then, you might be able to see things through ... Read More
Cricket ::: Eng Vs Pak ODI Series by adnankpk
Hello Everyone, I thought of creating this as a topic for the discussion of the ongoing Cricket series going on Eng Vs Pak, the series is coming to an end as we know but there is still a final to be played at Southampton on Wednesday. So all the ...
S'pose it depends on who pays the biggest bribes. Read More
Dress standard
I'll be coming to Libya shortly to teach English as a Foreign Language on a desert installation. What dress standard is likely to be expected? Is it long-sleeved shirt and a tie or open-neck short-sleeved shirt? And what about footwear? Will I be ... Read More
Visa from London by SeymourSunshine
My experience of getting the visa is: Arrive early. I got there at 8 in the morning thinking to just check it out and then go for breakfast. In fact, I was third in the queue. The doors to the waiting room opened early at about 9 and about 30 ...
For collection, the office was open 10 til 12, but I suspect that those times are only for Ramadan. The collection was easy enough. There was a small queue that started about 30 minutes before opening time. The doors opened and people were served ... Read More
Visa from London
My experience of getting the visa is: Arrive early. I got there at 8 in the morning thinking to just check it out and then go for breakfast. In fact, I was third in the queue. The doors to the waiting room opened early at about 9 and about 30 ... Read More
New Arrival Tripoli by Missan
What to introduce myself as I shall be arriving in Tripoli in the next few days/weeks. Just awaiting my reference number for my Visa. I spent seven years in Saudi (90-97). Have lived in Sweden since 97. Have now been offered a position at the ...
Where in Saudi Arabia were you? Read More
Obtaining a driving licence in Tripoli by Palachakh
It may sound crazy, but still: Does anyone know of a school where I could learn driving (in English) and subsequently obtain a driving license (preferably international)? Is it possible at all? Has anybody tried it?
An international licence is issued by a motoring organisation in the country in which you passed your test. In the UK it would be the AA or RAC. In the USA it would be AAA. You get it by application form and a copy of your original driving licence ... Read More
Djerba by private car by wysoki
We are planning a longer weekend in Tunisia. We have our own private car (on blue plates) but we have heard about deposit you have to put at the border to cross it. Some people said it would be about 500 LD for our KIA Cerato (2009), but recently ...
around 2000 LYD it would be. and lot of hassle. just fly:) and hamamet is better than djerba.What do you mean "and hamamet is better than djerba"? They are completely different like chalk and cheese. One is a tourist resort town, the other is an ... Read More
Visa validity by SeymourSunshine
I aim to arrive in Libya soon after Eid al-Fitr which is about 10 to 13th Sept. How long in advance of travel should I get my business visa from London? I've tried getting information directly from the embassy, but their phone number is inoperative.
I don't know if it's the same rules for visitor visas. I was told to apply for a business visa. Is this the normal visa to apply for? If it is, what't the normal "valid for travel within" limit? Read More
Visa validity by SeymourSunshine
I aim to arrive in Libya soon after Eid al-Fitr which is about 10 to 13th Sept. How long in advance of travel should I get my business visa from London? I've tried getting information directly from the embassy, but their phone number is inoperative.
Yes. I have everything: the visa number; the translation; the letter of invitation. The company bringing me over is aware of all these things and has been very helpful. What I need to know is how far in advance of travel can I get my visa. I'm ... Read More
Visa validity
I aim to arrive in Libya soon after Eid al-Fitr which is about 10 to 13th Sept. How long in advance of travel should I get my business visa from London? I've tried getting information directly from the embassy, but their phone number is inoperative. Read More
Mobile phone. Bring with me or buy in Tripoli?
I'm sure this one has been done to death, but I can't find it. Is it better for me to bring a phone with me or buy one when I get there? I don't want anything fancy; just a common or garden phone for making and receiving calls. I've got an old ... Read More
Coming to Libya soon, insha'allah. by SeymourSunshine
Hiyya ya'all, I've just been recruited to come to Libya to work as an EFL instructor. Previously I've been in Tunisia and Saudi Arabia and speak pretty good Arabic. I guess the language in Libya will be slightly different, so I'll have to learn ...
My wife, June, and I really hate it when people make jokes about our name. Read More
Coming to Libya soon, insha'allah. by SeymourSunshine
Hiyya ya'all, I've just been recruited to come to Libya to work as an EFL instructor. Previously I've been in Tunisia and Saudi Arabia and speak pretty good Arabic. I guess the language in Libya will be slightly different, so I'll have to learn ...
Hi Hamid. The company is Kortag. If I understand correctly, they are a recruitment agency and I'll be working for an oil company. Anyone here know of them or work for them? The absence or presence of decent gyms doesn't worry me in the least. ... Read More
Coming to Libya soon, insha'allah. by SeymourSunshine
Hiyya ya'all, I've just been recruited to come to Libya to work as an EFL instructor. Previously I've been in Tunisia and Saudi Arabia and speak pretty good Arabic. I guess the language in Libya will be slightly different, so I'll have to learn ...
What about the British Council and American Cultural Centre. Do they have libraries? In Tunisia my main reading material was a children's comic called qus qzah (rainbow). It was about my level of difficulty! I guess there are kids' comics in ... Read More
Coming to Libya soon, insha'allah.
Hiyya ya'all, I've just been recruited to come to Libya to work as an EFL instructor. Previously I've been in Tunisia and Saudi Arabia and speak pretty good Arabic. I guess the language in Libya will be slightly different, so I'll have to learn ... Read More