Mr ed
English expat in Libya
Forum posts
34
About me
English
Lives in tripoli
Speaks french,german,arabic,russian
Registration: 08 July 2010
Now for something different - CARS by dinky
Can we import our Dubai cars or would that be really difficult? And if we do, is it easy to have cars serviced there - like proper agency services? I amm talking of a Pajero and a Mustang.
On A Pajero as it is 4x4 you will pay 60% duty all 4x4 carry this rate, mustang there is a few here and the customs duty will be worked out on the vehicles new price. I would sell them and buy whn u get here. Read More
iphone 4 problems by sara raslan
I am asking about the i phone 4 problems 聟 is it working here in Libya?
alot of the phone shops on the Gargaresh will do it or grab a pair of scissors and do it yourself. and a fix on the signal strenght is to buy a rubber or hard plastic case to ut the phone in. Read More
Temporary Rental
Hi There is an expat camp call 00218 21 478 1668 they might be able to help Read More
Where is the best place to buy a sofa in Libya?
If you are coming down the Gargaresh towards town just after the mental hospital (Long White wall opposit carrachella cofee shop) there is a turning on your right and then a huge furniture shop have a look in there always lots of different ... Read More
tourist visa - apologies...
Hi There is No libyan embassy in Switzerland the Libyan's closed it when all the arguments between them started and all the swiss companies which were here have all gone. Also not sure if swiss residents are allowed into Tripoli maybe someone ... Read More
Apple Store in Tripoli by burkekgp
I want to purchase new IPod Touch. Is there an Apple Store here in Tripoli? Alternatively - what is the cheapest way for me to acquire it? Does Apple ship to Libya from USA?
Just a bit of Advice do not use the Burj Al fateh this is where I went the prices are over inflated and if you want a upto date model as I beleive apple have just updated the ipod buy it when u go out on leave Read More
Residence Permit for infant who'll be added onto the mother's passport
well I know with a British passport that a child has to have there own passport and then your company should apply for a visa and then when they re enter libya this is then worked into a residency visa. for example I have friends here and the ... Read More
Apple Store in Tripoli by burkekgp
I want to purchase new IPod Touch. Is there an Apple Store here in Tripoli? Alternatively - what is the cheapest way for me to acquire it? Does Apple ship to Libya from USA?
Hi Welcome, If I was you I would wait until you go out on leave or if you know someone that is going out on leave maybe they could get one for you as (1) it will be cheaper and (2) you will get some kind of warranty. As from experience i brought ... Read More
BMI to start flights to Libya in December by ibrahjette
BMI is to launch a daily service from London to Tripoli from 1 December 2010, :):) The service, operated by an Airbus A319, will begin on 1st December 2010 and is available to book from today. Flight BD469 will depart London Heathrow at 08:55hrs ...
but who will use them at 20kg a bag when BA are 23kg on economy and then BMI charge 拢17 a kilo that u r over doesnt make sense I will stick with BA Read More
Chiropractors in Tripoli by flipfinger
Does anyone know if there are any chiropractors here, I've got more than a few back problems due to having fractured vertebrae in the past and I tweaked my back a few days ago.. I'm now on day four of a constant headache, not to mention the back and ...
I know of one but he sometimes he doesnt answer his mobile i will PM you his number I know people who have used him and he is very good he will soon have u up doing back flips:D Read More
where is BHS - Shop in Gagaresh???
co-ordinates 32-51-34-45 north 13-05-08-27 east Or another way if you know where the big bread shop is on the gurgi road, if so and you were stood outside the bread shop with your back to the bakers turn left to the next road then left again follow ... Read More
where is BHS - Shop in Gagaresh???
Hi BHS is on the gargaresh if you are heading from regatta towards the centre of tripoli it is along way from regatta as you drive along there is a mosque on your left and then a orange building which is a mexcan restaurant and then BHS has a red ... Read More
Is it cheaper to buy a new WiMax set rather than monthly cards at 40LD by Palachakh
Please, what can you advise? My WiMax contract expired this July, so I recharge the account by buying a set of four cards at 10 LYD each. And this payment (40 LYD) is valid for one month starting the date of recharging, e.g. if I run out of the ...
It is cheaper to buy a new wi-max unit and swap them over each month Read More
Driving regulations in Libya by percy007
Hey people I'm new here on the forum. Please can someone answer me where can I find regulations and laws regarding driving in libya. Especially regarding the driving of heavy machinery? Ps. I'll be in Libya in maybe 10 days, so I'll contact the ...
I want to die while asleep like my grandfather, not screaming in terror like the passengers in his car When you get here you will see what we mean :D Read More
Driving regulations in Libya by percy007
Hey people I'm new here on the forum. Please can someone answer me where can I find regulations and laws regarding driving in libya. Especially regarding the driving of heavy machinery? Ps. I'll be in Libya in maybe 10 days, so I'll contact the ...
Hi you wait till you get to Libya there are no Laws on driving as you will see. As long as you can drive like an A** you will fit in perfect:D Read More
England premier league by yqdavid
I am a football fan ,especially for Manchester United. Is there anybody know on which channel I can see the football match? I have checked the Al Jazeera sports channel ,total 10, but none of them have the premier league. So anybody can help me ? ...
Or you could just buy a big satellite dish and a sky box and watch the games live like i do Anyway dont worry to much as on Man U display yesterday it would be a waste of money :D 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.
and I am not sure if they have stopped it now but you had to also submit 6 months bank statements and flight details 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.
Also a business visa is valid from the date it goes in your passport but the visa vary you could get a 6 month or even a year the tourist visa is valid for 30 days only 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.
The Libyan Embassy in London Only excepts visa applications monday,tuesday,wednesdays so i would suggest go on a Monday when yuo get to the embassy you go down and sit in room and then someone comes out and gives two raffle tickets when they call ... Read More
Biggest Supermarkets in Tripoli by smallworld
I need to come stock up on groceries in Tripoli. I always go to Souq Talat but was wondering if there is anything else comparable. I did search through the forum and read about the Palm Residence supermarket but I am not sure I can get in there ...
small world check your inbox Read More
iPhone 4 by Mommy25
just wondering if someone knows where can i buy iPhone 4 open line or if someone knows a place where they can open it. They told me they have it here already in Al Madar but it cost 3000LYD..way tooo much...tnx..
Yeah i read your note that they are selling it for 3000LYD they probably brought it outside for about 拢500 pounds so it would be cheaper to get it outside its the same here with all apple products expensive. If you know an american and they are ... Read More
iPhone 4 by Mommy25
just wondering if someone knows where can i buy iPhone 4 open line or if someone knows a place where they can open it. They told me they have it here already in Al Madar but it cost 3000LYD..way tooo much...tnx..
You wont buy and openline one here its to early the phone hasnt been out long enough and if you do it will cost 2 much if you have someone going out on vacation why dont you see if they can buy you one and bring it back Read More
travel agent for tourist visa - any recommendations?
Try contacting arkno.com they are a tourist company in libyaand have a place where you stay in the middle of tripoli Read More