SF15
Pakistani looking for information about Saudi Arabia
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MUTAWA in a compound you know??? by SF15
As per suggestion....I'm reposting this... Ive heard that Mutawas are allowed to make rounds in some of the compounds or perhaps some compounds are just more strict. This is quite horrifying news for me. I'm asking this because we are still ...
And yes, there were Mutawa since Islam has come. Didn't you read about the Khalifa Abou Bakir "The prophet's best friend" how he forced those Muslims who didn't want to pay the Zaka "Money should be given to the poors" after the prophet's death ... Read More
MUTAWA in a compound you know??? by SF15
As per suggestion....I'm reposting this... Ive heard that Mutawas are allowed to make rounds in some of the compounds or perhaps some compounds are just more strict. This is quite horrifying news for me. I'm asking this because we are still ...
@ Ramon 1990 Islam is a way of Life, a way to behave within boundaries of personal and social ethics. Its brings a message of peace.. Islam give EVERYBODY the right to chose THEIR RELIGION. If a religion does that...i CANNOT imagine it enforcing ... Read More
Arabian Homes or Fal Compound? by SF15
Hey....For those of you who have been to either compound....or have heard reviews...which is better? Ive been getting mixed reviews about both and its really difficult to judge sitting here! Ill be grateful for any advise. Tc, SF
Hi Salman...Actually I have.... Its been very helpful. Ive updated the list and added to it....im calling compounds these days ...that should also verify the numbers and rent range. Ill mail it to AllieCat when I'm done! Read More
Visa for my wife by CED1974
Dear All, I am French and I will be moving to saudi Arabia (Ryad) soon for a one year contract. I would like to bring my wife with me. Could any one let me know the procedure and how long it takes? Thank you in advance for your answers. Rgds
Wow Salman! You are in HIGH demand!!!! :D I have a 'demand' of my own. Actually id really appreciate if you can answer a PM. I dont feel confortable posting the company details on the forum. My husbands in Riyadh on a 3 month Multiple Entry/Exit ... Read More
Arabian Homes or Fal Compound? by SF15
Hey....For those of you who have been to either compound....or have heard reviews...which is better? Ive been getting mixed reviews about both and its really difficult to judge sitting here! Ill be grateful for any advise. Tc, SF
Oops....sorry I was familiar with Al Hamra.... unfortunately both have a 20 month waiting list! Hope you enjoy your stay there! And thanks again! Read More
Arabian Homes or Fal Compound? by SF15
Hey....For those of you who have been to either compound....or have heard reviews...which is better? Ive been getting mixed reviews about both and its really difficult to judge sitting here! Ill be grateful for any advise. Tc, SF
Hi DJcue! Oasis compound.... mmm...havent heard of that one....could you fwd me the contact info please? Thanks! Read More
Arabian Homes or Fal Compound? by SF15
Hey....For those of you who have been to either compound....or have heard reviews...which is better? Ive been getting mixed reviews about both and its really difficult to judge sitting here! Ill be grateful for any advise. Tc, SF
Thankyou Salman :) The work permit is taking sooo long i actually cant wait to move! Tc, SF Read More
Arabian Homes or Fal Compound? by SF15
Hey....For those of you who have been to either compound....or have heard reviews...which is better? Ive been getting mixed reviews about both and its really difficult to judge sitting here! Ill be grateful for any advise. Tc, SF
Thankyou so much tinaolsson and sandy storm....your rewiews were really helpful...:) Read More
Arabian Homes or Fal Compound? by SF15
Hey....For those of you who have been to either compound....or have heard reviews...which is better? Ive been getting mixed reviews about both and its really difficult to judge sitting here! Ill be grateful for any advise. Tc, SF
Thank you guys! That REALLY did help! Thanks for explaining Nelson.... I agree about a good international mix and yes that came out honest and PC :D Read More
Arabian Homes or Fal Compound? by SF15
Hey....For those of you who have been to either compound....or have heard reviews...which is better? Ive been getting mixed reviews about both and its really difficult to judge sitting here! Ill be grateful for any advise. Tc, SF
Thanks Nelson... Just curious...why would you say that? I have two kids under 5yrs with me so we are concerned! Thanks Read More
Arabian Homes or Fal Compound?
Hey....For those of you who have been to either compound....or have heard reviews...which is better? Ive been getting mixed reviews about both and its really difficult to judge sitting here! Ill be grateful for any advise. Tc, SF Read More
MUTAWA in a compound you know???
As per suggestion....I'm reposting this... Ive heard that Mutawas are allowed to make rounds in some of the compounds or perhaps some compounds are just more strict. This is quite horrifying news for me. I'm asking this because we are still ... Read More
Visitors? by SF15
Hello there bloggers! Someone asked me if they could visit? Funny I hadnt given that much thought before that...i mean other then immediate family! Can a woman travel alone to Riyadh with kids to visit family living there unaccompanied by her ...
But as you are looking, its not a bad question to ask!MM....surely food for thought! :D Thanks everybody! Read More
Visitors? by SF15
Hello there bloggers! Someone asked me if they could visit? Funny I hadnt given that much thought before that...i mean other then immediate family! Can a woman travel alone to Riyadh with kids to visit family living there unaccompanied by her ...
Hi MisterStretch... She is travelling from Pakistan (by air ofcourse)....her hubby will accompany her and the kids but then she and the kids want to stay on for another 2 weeks with us after they hubby leaves... What I am shocked :o about is MUTAWA ... Read More
Visitors?
Hello there bloggers! Someone asked me if they could visit? Funny I hadnt given that much thought before that...i mean other then immediate family! Can a woman travel alone to Riyadh with kids to visit family living there unaccompanied by her ... Read More
Hiring Help by SF15
Hello! I'm not there yet but out of curiosity...how do you go about hiring maids in Riyadh. Obviously the safer route will be to go through an agency...how does one identify a reputable and reliable agency...but how much does it cost to hire a full ...
Ive heard hiring from outside is dangerous. Most of them have run aways....women from the annual Hajj who stick around for jobs letting their visas expire (illegal aliens). Is there way to find someone there on their husbands iqama and hire them ... Read More
Movies and p2p? by SF15
Hi again.... Was reading a blog and someone and mentioned cinema in a compound....I thought movies were not allowed inside the kingdom! Which made me curious and can one use p2p and download torrents? Will they check any hard drive in the cargo ...
wow....thanks!...ill put away with the cards! Read More
Hiring Help
Hello! I'm not there yet but out of curiosity...how do you go about hiring maids in Riyadh. Obviously the safer route will be to go through an agency...how does one identify a reputable and reliable agency...but how much does it cost to hire a full ... Read More
Movies and p2p? by SF15
Hi again.... Was reading a blog and someone and mentioned cinema in a compound....I thought movies were not allowed inside the kingdom! Which made me curious and can one use p2p and download torrents? Will they check any hard drive in the cargo ...
Thanks for all the replies. And thanks for wishing me Good luck...need it right to the brim!!!! Read More
Hi! Im coming to Riyadh this month by Mudrinjo
Hi! Im coming to work in Riyadh this month. Im plan to live there for 2-3 years. Im having difficulties of getting some infos, so I would appreciate help. As it seems life is quite different from European style. I would like some answers. ...
Your welcome..The weekend ban is quite crappy considering the men are working week days and then cant shop on weekends if single. sorry by 'when kids go to school' i assumed you were coming with a family :) Best of Luck! Read More
Hi! Im coming to Riyadh this month by Mudrinjo
Hi! Im coming to work in Riyadh this month. Im plan to live there for 2-3 years. Im having difficulties of getting some infos, so I would appreciate help. As it seems life is quite different from European style. I would like some answers. ...
Hello Mudrinjo, Ive been doing ALOTTT of browsing and been cross checking the info with my betterhalf in Riyadh! An interestingly odd n surprising thing that I found out was that single men are not allowed in malls on weekends (so women arent ... Read More
Movies and p2p? by SF15
Hi again.... Was reading a blog and someone and mentioned cinema in a compound....I thought movies were not allowed inside the kingdom! Which made me curious and can one use p2p and download torrents? Will they check any hard drive in the cargo ...
My INDECENT material is Dora the Explorer, Disney Movies, Strawberry Short Cake and Care Bears. If these get taken away...their will be an indecent tantrum at the airport that im dreading already.:/ Read More
Movies and p2p? by SF15
Hi again.... Was reading a blog and someone and mentioned cinema in a compound....I thought movies were not allowed inside the kingdom! Which made me curious and can one use p2p and download torrents? Will they check any hard drive in the cargo ...
mmmmm....why do they bother with luggage going out? Shd that be the least of their concerns? Read More
Which of these compounds don't exist? by SF15
Hi....i was 'passeddown' this whole list of names and i have a feeling its old as h*** ...some names dont even google up...can somebody please point out compounds that arenot around anymore? Compound Name Al Hamad*** Al Hamra Al-Jazeera Sharq Al ...
Its is isnt it. Still I have managed to get around some of it.....thanks Read More
Movies and p2p?
Hi again.... Was reading a blog and someone and mentioned cinema in a compound....I thought movies were not allowed inside the kingdom! Which made me curious and can one use p2p and download torrents? Will they check any hard drive in the cargo ... Read More
Which of these compounds don't exist? by SF15
Hi....i was 'passeddown' this whole list of names and i have a feeling its old as h*** ...some names dont even google up...can somebody please point out compounds that arenot around anymore? Compound Name Al Hamad*** Al Hamra Al-Jazeera Sharq Al ...
Yeah Shahab ...i figured that much. Thanks Read More
Which of these compounds don't exist?
Hi....i was 'passeddown' this whole list of names and i have a feeling its old as h*** ...some names dont even google up...can somebody please point out compounds that arenot around anymore? Compound Name Al Hamad*** Al Hamra Al-Jazeera Sharq Al ... Read More
Familiar Compound name by SF15
Hi...someone mentioned a small compound they liked....Talla or Taala...Ive googled it with no luck...any clues?
PS: I do appreciate your effort Alliecat....your list has been helpful...dont get me wrong on that and I also appreciate that you want to keep it updated for newcomers... Read More
Familiar Compound name by SF15
Hi...someone mentioned a small compound they liked....Talla or Taala...Ive googled it with no luck...any clues?
sure is!!!! :) /forum/viewtopic.php?id=36823 THANK YOU Alliecat! Read More
Familiar Compound name by SF15
Hi...someone mentioned a small compound they liked....Talla or Taala...Ive googled it with no luck...any clues?
lol...no sweat...u can have it when its compiled! The thanks I noticed! The 'okay?' put me off! Cheers! Read More
Hello: New here with the age old accomodation issue by SF15
Hey ppl.... Relocating to your foster city; Riyadh Clueless where life goes from this point. Only info has been available for forums and the 'canadian in riyadh' blog! This is wayyyy unethical for a first time post but desperate situations require ...
Mmmmmm I compared the list with several others...didnt really see numbers missing so probablyyyyyy you list is being cut...copied...and pasted! You are quite devoted to the list Alliecat...i thinks that sweet...really help newcomers! Read More
Familiar Compound name by SF15
Hi...someone mentioned a small compound they liked....Talla or Taala...Ive googled it with no luck...any clues?
Did i catch a 'please' there ? :) Read More
Familiar Compound name by SF15
Hi...someone mentioned a small compound they liked....Talla or Taala...Ive googled it with no luck...any clues?
Mmmm...maybe; that what I suggested to hubby ....Im compiling a detailed compound list with locations/contacts/rates etc to help him out! Noticed that you are really helpful! Thanks :) Read More
Familiar Compound name
Hi...someone mentioned a small compound they liked....Talla or Taala...Ive googled it with no luck...any clues? Read More
Hello: New here with the age old accomodation issue
Hey ppl.... Relocating to your foster city; Riyadh Clueless where life goes from this point. Only info has been available for forums and the 'canadian in riyadh' blog! This is wayyyy unethical for a first time post but desperate situations require ... Read More