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Indian expat in Kuwait
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Lives in Salwa
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Registration: 13 July 2010
2000 KWD Salary + Benefits by Tito-81
Hello Everyone, Just received a job offer from an Oil company in Kuwait and I was wondering if this sounds reasonable, have a good life standard and make some savings. Monthly salary of 2000 KWD + benefits as per below; - Children Education. - ...
Usually as part of the salary; allowances. Read More
Renew Kuwait driving licence
Hi, I have a slightly different view... Technically, you will have to go through the entire process (learner's, test, etc.), it might be possible to renew if you have the original of the old one. Just give it to your mandoub and he might be able ... Read More
British Curriculum Schools in Ahmedabad
Hi, We are considering a possible move to Ahmedabad this year. We have two kids in school, Year 1 & 7. Their school follows the Modified British National Curriculum (GCSE, IGCSE, A/S level, A level). We wanted to inquire about members who may ... Read More
New English school by Adamadam8080
Hi All, Plz need some info Any expats here have his/her kids at New English School?? Cheers Adam
Hi, I have a daughter (Y7) and son (Y1) attending NES. Read More
good place to buy and cook fish with reasonable prices
Depending on where you live, it might be easy or tough. Nonetheless, I found decent prices and fresh stock at the Al Kout market in Fahaheel. HTH Read More
Where to live & in what kind of accommodation.. by UKiwis
Hi all, I am currently negotiation the final details of a possible move to Kuwait and would appreciate some input on a couple areas that will help with our final move to Kuwait as a family. I will be bringing my wife and 2 boys with me to Kuwait ...
No worries. I hope you and the family find what you're looking for. My experience - We lived in a villa (2 stories, 5 BRs, with separate maid's rooms, etc.) in Salwa. However, we had a huge issue with getting reliable help and they were ... Read More
Where to live & in what kind of accommodation.. by UKiwis
Hi all, I am currently negotiation the final details of a possible move to Kuwait and would appreciate some input on a couple areas that will help with our final move to Kuwait as a family. I will be bringing my wife and 2 boys with me to Kuwait ...
I hope I am able to answer some of your queries 1). This is a very good allowance and will get you almost any spacious 3-4 BR apartment in Salmiya (around TES). Your roadblock would be in finding a place that accepts pets as that can sometimes get ... Read More
Wrong occupation on entry permit by Mazh3r
Recently I got my work entry permit document my occupation is Engineer but on document it mentioned computer technician.. I'm going kuwait for job in one of the oil company through man power supply agency.. Is there any issue with it?
If it's a birth mark, there should be no problem. Cheers Read More
Need some advice
Hi, Please see this post from 2016 that throws some light on this Requirement of minimum period of stay with a job in Kuwait As indicated, if this is your first company in Kuwait, you need to agree with them amicably to release you; otherwise you ... Read More
Wrong occupation on entry permit by Mazh3r
Recently I got my work entry permit document my occupation is Engineer but on document it mentioned computer technician.. I'm going kuwait for job in one of the oil company through man power supply agency.. Is there any issue with it?
Hi, There are facilities available for engineer as per law (e.g. driving license, etc.) that could be beneficial for you. However, please note that the job title you have in your company is not relevant to this. HTH Read More
Driving license for Malaysian in Kuwait
Also, remember that getting a driving license is dependent on your job title... otherwise you wait a couple of years before even trying. Read More
2000 KWD Salary + Benefits by Tito-81
Hello Everyone, Just received a job offer from an Oil company in Kuwait and I was wondering if this sounds reasonable, have a good life standard and make some savings. Monthly salary of 2000 KWD + benefits as per below; - Children Education. - ...
Hi, I would have to agree with snow-rain; it really depends on the job profile and the comparative salaries in Kuwait and in the company. KD 2000 + benefits is good for a "decent life and some savings" - again in quotes because both ... Read More
Evaluate job offer in Kuwait by poseidonturkey
Hi there, I got a job offer from an IT company in Kuwait City as 3000 KWD per month.I am married,having a kid.I will have no other benefits such as housing,health insurance package,company car etc.All those will be covered from this salary. I ...
Hi again, The devil is in the details... now that you have shared more, the advice gets more specific. Messila is still further away if your location is KOC (around Ahmadi). Fintas, Mahboula, etc. are better options. Ribosom has given a fair ... Read More
Evaluate job offer in Kuwait by poseidonturkey
Hi there, I got a job offer from an IT company in Kuwait City as 3000 KWD per month.I am married,having a kid.I will have no other benefits such as housing,health insurance package,company car etc.All those will be covered from this salary. I ...
Hi, I would urge to check out a senior contributor topic (also a sticky) /forum/viewtopic.php?id=74702 One of the things that will impact expenses is school. Depending on the age of your child and which curriculum you want to ... Read More
Evaluate job offer in Kuwait by poseidonturkey
Hi there, I got a job offer from an IT company in Kuwait City as 3000 KWD per month.I am married,having a kid.I will have no other benefits such as housing,health insurance package,company car etc.All those will be covered from this salary. I ...
Maybe, I'm not seeing this correctly... - when the company says 'no health insurance', I assume they're talking about private health insurance. Government health insurance is a given with a work permit; same when your family gets ... Read More
Adding child born abroad as dependent in Kuwait
@legacy - congrats! As Willgrow3 said - life will never be the same again. BTW, read through your steps. Sounds more like a map Indy got for a treasure - all the clues with regular boss battles with bureaucracy!!! Cheers Read More
Shipping DHL to office address
Hi, Do remember that the customs here will open everything and check, except documents (magazines - yes). Also, there might be be a 5% duty for any item. HTH. Read More
Kuwait visa - UK Criminal record (unspent) by Brummie#1
Hi all, I have been offered a job in Kuwait, I am really excited and am looking forward to starting as I've not had a permanent one in over 2 years I've only had contracts. I have 2 unspent convictions from 1 year ago Feb 2016, Would ...
Congrats and welcome! Best of luck on your new adventure. This forum is full of helpful people (and the odd ranters/ haters). It should help you with everything you need info on. Cheers Read More
Kuwait visa - UK Criminal record (unspent) by Brummie#1
Hi all, I have been offered a job in Kuwait, I am really excited and am looking forward to starting as I've not had a permanent one in over 2 years I've only had contracts. I have 2 unspent convictions from 1 year ago Feb 2016, Would ...
Hi, The "... free of precedents..." might be an issue. From a preliminary google search, I got this (https://www.acro.police.uk/Police_Certificates_FAQs.aspx#What_will_show_up_on_my_Police_Certificate?) Please check if this is ... Read More
Moving to Kuwait - Advice
Drift?? I think that was full blown hurricane!! :lol: Read More
Kuwait visa - UK Criminal record (unspent) by Brummie#1
Hi all, I have been offered a job in Kuwait, I am really excited and am looking forward to starting as I've not had a permanent one in over 2 years I've only had contracts. I have 2 unspent convictions from 1 year ago Feb 2016, Would ...
Hi, I'm not sure my response would help... Typically, for a first time work permit, Kuwait requires a police clearance certificate from the country of residence which is then certified by the Kuwait Embassy in that country. Two points to ... Read More
Tourist agencies without "tourists"!? by libijana
Regards to all, I've contacted many tourist agencies and hotels in Kuwait for issuing tourist visas and I always got the same answer:"Sorry we can't provide tourist visa" The logical question is: "If travel agencies and ...
Just when the posts were getting more interesting.... sigh! Read More
EXIT FROM KUWAIT by armaan28205
Dear friends, currently i m working in kuwait and i have a offer in bharain i wanted to go but my employer is not releaving me because i have not yet completed the contract. i am planning to go for vacation and i will resign from india is it ...
The labour market in the Gulf is not centralized (yet). Technically, you would be a fresh hire for Bahrain. So, you could approach it in that way. About the Kuwait job, people do resign due to unavoidable family circumstances. Can they bar you from ... Read More
visit visa
Not that I'm aware of. Please note that rules are sometimes conveyed arbitrarily by the person at the desk. Having said that, you will have to go back to your home country to do all the pre-visa processing work (Police Clearance Cert, Medical, ... Read More
Accommodation near BSK by Sharmeen
Hello We will be moving to Kuwait this summer from dubai. I have kids who will be going to British school Kuwait , need suggestions for areas to live near the school . Ideally with pool n gym . Thank you
Hi, BSK is actually located in a residential area, Salwa. Block 1 and 2 would be good bets and some of residences have pool and gym facilities. Read More
visit visa
Hi, Getting here on a visit visa is far less complicated. Your husband has to get the relationship status affidavit from the concerned embassy, attest it and then submit with the application for a visit visa. If minimum salary requirement is met, it ... Read More
assistant professor position- is 2300 KD good for family of 4 by Sam_2016
Hi All Is 2300 KD (all inclusive) is good for assistant professor (Engineering). I have my wife and 2 kids ( 3years and 1year). Im moving from Australia. Thanks
Trying to contain housing within 300 is going to be tough. Again, depends on the area you choose to reside. 4000 for education allowance; is that for each child? If yes, you are covered at most schools in Kuwait. If no, then you will need to ... Read More
Thai Restaurant in Kuwait? by whateveryouwant
Any one know of a good Thai Resturant? any help would be good, needs to be authentic :-)
Try Sabaidee. They have multiple branches, but run by different people... Salmiya, Mangaf & Mahboula. Cheers Read More
Good Salary for Oracle professional in IT in Kuwait by ataneja7
Hi Folks, I would appreciate if some one can guide me on Good Salary for Oracle professional in IT in Kuwait having 5 years of experience. and what all other facilities can i look for from my employer Thanks,Ajay
A few comments... Please note that there is difference (sometimes considerable) between what banks pay and what IT solution companies pay. While I do agree that niche skillsets will pay more... please check around. Cheers Read More
Been offered a job need advice by zda84
Hi I've been offered a teaching job but my concern is I won't be able to afford to live especially as I have three children and they will only pay 50% school fees. I don't know what the school fees are and what the cost of living will be ...
Hi, Depending on the national curriculum, you could be shelling out a huge chunk of your salary. UK curriculum schools have fees in the range of KD 1500 to KD 3000 per year - and your kids are still in junior! Indian curriculum is less, maybe up to ... Read More
Best cities to live in Kuwait by Julien
Hi, It聮s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Kuwait. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
Hi, Not sure you can rent in Messilah itself. However, on the opposite side of the road is Salwa (Blocks 12, 11 and 10), which is pretty decent. However, rents are generally higher than Salmiya and other expat areas. Depending on the apartment ... Read More
Bahrain driving license conversion ? by Kel.TCY
Hello! Just wanna check if i have Bahrain driving license, can i get it convert to Kuwait driving license here? Thanks.
Hi, I believe you can. I had done the Kuwait to Bahrain driving license conversion a few years back, without any hiccups. However, make sure you get a duplicate of the license - just in case. When I did the Kuwaiti to Bahraini, the traffic ... Read More
Is 1300 KWD a Good Salary for a teaching Faculty at AUM? by Sky_Science
Hello, I just got an offer of 1300 KWD as a teaching faculty at AUM (American University of the Middle East). The salary does not include accommodation and transportation. The offer comes with insurance and 40 days of annual leave as well as an ...
For the car, you can check at the certified used cars showroom for each brand. However, they will be slightly overpriced to what you could find in the open market - the cost of dealer certification. Alternative is to check out a website like ... Read More
Remuneration Statements by wiilrock612
Hi all, According to my wife's employer, remuneration statements (pay stubs) are not provided in Kuwait and I can't find an employer's obligation to provide such in the labor laws anywhere. Is this not a pretty basic request that should ...
Hi, IMHO it is a pretty basic request. Nonetheless, it is dependent on the company she works for. My advise, which I try to follow, is to take a salary statement every 4-6 months with the details. This plus the regular transfers to the bank is ... Read More
Moving to Kuwait with kids
Hi, We have moved as a family thrice in the last 7 years and we have two kids under the age of 10. I believe we made a mistake with our last move when my daughter was 6 years old as we did not discuss this adequately with her. She did look forward ... Read More
Job offer - would this salary be enough for a european expat? by alexsagthallo
Hi everyone, i have recently received a job offer from a big international company in Kuwait as an e-Commerce Officer. I am 22 years old so still quite young with 1-2 years experience in that area. My salary would be 600 KWD, would this be enough ...
Hi all, @alexsagthallo - I'm sure you must've heard the "depends" answer to this question. Cliched as it sounds, it's true. - Are you getting accommodation from the company? - Where are you going to be staying? Salmiya? ... Read More
Moving to Kuwait...please help! by Kate433
Hi, I was hoping someone could help me with the following questions. My husband has a good job offer to work in Kuwait starting this October. The family will follow as and when schooling, accommodation etc is sorted out. We currently live in ...
:| After the gloom and despair from the above poster, if you still feel like moving with kids, consider a couple of schools more - New English School and Kuwait English School. I believe that they are rated better than BSK. Cheers Read More
Driving in Kuwait by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Kuwait? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
I'll try to bring a different perspective... This being my 2nd time in Kuwait, I never realized how badly I drove until I left Kuwait. My 2 other international relocations taught me a lot of patience (especially Nairobi - anyone who has sat in ... Read More
Cost of living in Kuwait 聳 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Kuwait in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Kuwait you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Kuwait? > accommodation ...
> accommodation prices - 1300 for villa in Salwa (5 BR) > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc.) - NA > food prices (your monthly budget) - Eating out KD 200 - 250 (family),groceries KD 200 > health prices (for those who need ... Read More
Please help - possibly have to move to Kuwait by landicampbell
Hi Everyone, We are expecting my husband to get a good job offer in Kuwait and depending on a couple of other factors, we might be making the move. Once this desicion has been made, we will have 3 weeks to get our act together and be on our way, ...
If it's on anything other than a work permit, it sounds dicey. You need a work permit for any type of work here in Kuwait. Read More
Salary of 1600 KD a month by RAKESH1984
I have been offered a job in KNPC refinery with 1600 KD a month. Please suggest wether the same is good enough for a family of three (Wife & 1 kid). How much will I be able to save per month.
It's a decent enough salary. Considering that you will working in KNPC, you will most probably be living in the suburbs of Ahmadi... rents are cheaper. Child expenses for schooling is not an issue now... but even later, if you choose to enroll ... Read More
Tennis partner
Hi John, What are your timings? And where? I would be available after the start of Ramadan. Let me know. Jack Read More
Just Arrived in Kuwait and Need to Get Basic Services by socal434
I have finally completed my move here and am staying in a hotel right now but would like to get a start on finding out what internet, TV, cell service is going to be good for me. I want really fast internet and a cell phone internet package with a ...
Hi socal434, If you live in an area where they have fiber, I would suggest you forgo the TV and take a fast internet fiber from one of the providers - I have Gulfnet, pretty decent. Anything you need to see, you might find a site to stream it. HTH Read More
British schools in Nairobi by Malijah
Hi Am new to this forum and will be moving to Nairobi with 3 children of school age. I have been researching Braeburn primary school but wondered if anyone had any thoughts on the school and how it compares to Braeside and other British curriculum ...
there are other schools like Kenton and Peponi. I believe, both of them charge lower than Braeburn. Kenton seems to have a preference due to them being strict on discipline. HTH Read More
Estimated rent for villa in Salwa. Rumaithiya
Hi, Checked the classifieds, but did not find anything insightful. How much would a villa with 4/5 BR in the Salwa or Rumaithiya area cost? Thanks in advance Read More
Recomendation for Pub in Bahrain by aticus
We are coming from Saudi and spending our time with colligues in Sherlock Holmes. Since we don't know much more and happy with it, never looked other place. Do you recommend any other similar ?
Trader Vic's at Ritz Carlton Boshido near Ritz Carlton JJ at Adliya just a few of the many Read More
choosing the right area for my hotel
Sheraton (right next to the WTC) and Movenpick right next to the airport. There are also a number of 3-4 star hotels in the heart of Manama (Golden Tulip, Diplomat Radisson etc.) Also try tripadvisor HTH Read More
Thinking of moving, cost of living by John_1983
Hello, I have been given the opportunity to work in Bahrain and from what I have heard about the country so far I am very excited by the prospect. I am however wary of the cost of living and whether or not the package I am being offered is ...
Rent prices have gone down in past 6 months in Bahrain. If living near the more expat places are you're thing, you can look at Juffair or even Seef. 450 - 650 BHD would get you a decent medium to upscale 1 to 2 BHK fully furnished in either of ... Read More
Saudi Female Working in Bahrain
Sure. In fact, I would say you have an advantage with your cultural background. Of course, as mentioned by funky_bh, all depends on your field of work. All the best though Read More
Single Working Mum - childcare
Check with your employer about the dependent visa for your child. From what I've been told, mothers cannot sponsor their children. Only the child's father can sponsor the child. Some companies/individuals can get special permission for this. Make ... Read More