Osama Ja
@eng_asm
Syrian expat in Saudi Arabia
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79
Contacts
79
About me
Syrian
Lives in Jeddah, Makkah
Speaks English, Arabic
Registration: 07 October 2014
IELTS tutor/examiner is needed
Thanks for your advice Sharif. What I need exactly is an assessment of my current English level, the tuition sessions will tackle some techniques pertaining the exam strategy, but first I need to know where do I stand? Everyone says that my ... Read More
IELTS tutor/examiner is needed
Hi All, I need to score 8 each in the IELTS exam, I need assessment and any required tuition sessions to achieve this high score, tutor must be working as examiner in order to give me the right feedback, please inbox me. Read More
Sports- Shuttle, Tennis Group by anishksa
Dear All, I'm new to Jeddah and staying near to AlHamra. Im looking Friend Circle for playing Shuttle or Tennis to reduce the weight. I have car too. If any one knew about shuttle indoor or outdoor playing group, please comment, thanks. :)
Hi Anish, I'm looking for as tennis partner, let me know if you are still interested in playing. Read More
where is best to sell a car
Hi all, I'm planning to sell my car, where and what is the best mean to do so? I don't want to be ripped off. I'm in Riyadh Read More
employment law in KSA by PeterFr
Hi folks. Hope you can help me. I鈥檓 trying to get some advice for my son who has a job offer in KSA. Please will you give us some advice relating to these questions and employment law in KSA. There is a two year, post contract and unpaid ...
In this case he needs to go out the country in final exit and come back using the new employer visa. Read More
employment law in KSA by PeterFr
Hi folks. Hope you can help me. I鈥檓 trying to get some advice for my son who has a job offer in KSA. Please will you give us some advice relating to these questions and employment law in KSA. There is a two year, post contract and unpaid ...
The competitor clause is correct and this condition will be for two years. For the notice period, labour law says 30days for both. If the contract contradicts with the labour law, labour law will be followed. Read More
Yoga Teacher/Massage Therapist/Reiki Practitioner
Finally a reiki practitioner in KSA. That is fantastic I will make sure to book an appointment in my next visit to Jeddah. Read More
URGENTLY Ielts Private tutor is needed
Hi All, I need an experienced IELTS tutor to give me private tuition, my exam is scheduled on Feb 28th and my targeted score is 7.5each Please PM me if you know someone, this is extremely urgent. Tuition should take place after 5pm in ... Read More
Passport number error by Eljo Lawrance
hi, i got exit re-entry visa my PP number is and in visa . is there is any problem for travelling please advice specially at the return time.
Hi Exit and reentry visa is linked to your iqama number. No issue Read More
STC sim not working.... by vimalveeru
Hi I am vimal.I m working in saudi....few days back i bought STC sim 1 GB data..And it was being worked...Today morning it got strucked...that is data symbol is coming...but internet not working.....i cant even able to check balance ...
this is the sim card validity, what I have referred to is the data plan validity. Read More
Transport Info - going from Jeddah to Makkah, medina by wsmhagazi
I will reach on Jeddah Airport at 11PM, then planning to go directly Makkah for Umrah & Next Day to Medina. What is Good Transport from jeddah to makkah & then From Makkah to Medina? as I am going first time with family from makkah to ...
First for Ehram: there are certain zones for Ehram that you shouldn't pass them without wearing Ehram, they are called Mawaqeet. If you are coming by plane, you should wear Ehram before boarding. Intention of Omra can be made once flight crew ... Read More
going to Bahrain for the weekend by plouis
Hi everyone, This is my first post, I am here indeed since only few days and staying for two weeks. I would like to know if someone could advise me on the possibilities for going to Bahrain for the weekend (next weekend actually) -avis rental was ...
Just go by your car to the bridge, before immigration area you will find a restaurants' compound which has also a taxi office called Sahara as far as I remember, they charge 200SAR. Read More
working lady to sponsor her husband, is it possible
It is allowed as per the regulations. You need first to get your sponsor's approval. Read More
STC sim not working.... by vimalveeru
Hi I am vimal.I m working in saudi....few days back i bought STC sim 1 GB data..And it was being worked...Today morning it got strucked...that is data symbol is coming...but internet not working.....i cant even able to check balance ...
it looks like you have bought the sim in a limited time offer, you need to add some credit and then subscribe to a data plan. Read More
Personal loan
A signed agreement between employer and bank is a mandatory fir getting bank loan Read More
Personal loan
You need to check about the signed agreements with other banks. You can check with your HR department about that. They should have a list of banks they have agreement with. Read More
Can i marry a saudi man? by stellaheart
Hi everyone! I am working here in Saudi Arabia. I have a boyfriend a Saudi man. Were almost 7 months and keep going strong. We love each other. But sometimes we are talking about marriage. He was divorce and he has 1 son. And he always telling me ...
That is a harsh answer, although it is truthful but you could say it softly. I would say: no one will prevent a couple to get married, rules are rules and there is always a way out. You just need to know if he really wants to marry you. All the ... Read More
Best Romentic Resturent in Riyadh by khanshahmir
hi friends kindly please guide me about the BEST of the BEST Romentic restaurants in Riyadh, to take my wife on her birthday dinner.. thanks
The glob in Faysaliah as one of the members has mentioned already Read More
Just moved to Jeddah from New Zealand by ChelseaChantillyrose
Hey Im chelsea, just moved here to Jeddah from NZ two weeks ago. I have just been given every friday off but need to know where to meet other expats Im dying for good conversation and company!!!
welcome, Jeddah is a nice place for expats. Be careful about regulations here, I think that you know about male/female constrains. If you don't know about what is allowed in KSA, there are a lot of posts that explain the rules, I suggest you go ... Read More
jobs for women by polixa
In which fields foreign women can work in ksa apart from medical staff or teaching in schools ???
With feminisation for retail business as well. Read More
RUSSIANs in Yanbu/ Saudia by io76
Hello to everyone. Hope to find Russians here, in Yanbu. or at least in Saudia. I am myself Russian, living here with family. Open to any conversations, suggestions :)
Homesick feeling is the most difficult thing here, that's why such expect blog is helping a bit. You will find Russians and some other friends to help each other, unfortunately I'm not expert in Yanbu to guide you. All the best. Read More
Electronic cigarette by eng_asm
Hi all, is there any place to buy E-liquid for electronic cigarette in Riyadh with acceptable price? I have quit the regular one since one week. Some sellers are crazy in terms of prices, it is 10 times Dubai's prices!!!
Any store name or direction? Batha is not a small place :lol: Read More
Tennis riyadh by La villa
I'm living in Riyadh . Want to play tennis with new partners- please give me a shout if you're interested! The courts in DQ Riyadh
There are plenty of them, Yamama hotel, holiday Inn, DQ.... I know a Filipino coach. I'm Syrian and living in Riyadh. From next week I will be available for tennis Read More
Tennis riyadh by La villa
I'm living in Riyadh . Want to play tennis with new partners- please give me a shout if you're interested! The courts in DQ Riyadh
Hi all, I did not play tennis since one year, I'm really keen to play back. please email me future.island[at]gmail[dot]com or whatsappme on 0550001066 myself and my racquets are ready.... Read More
Looking for table tennis players (In Riyadh) by Brjo
Hey, Looking for somewhere and some good players to have training together. I have my own bat. I know only in STC Club in Mursalat campus there are good tables. To enter in, you need to be STC employee and you need to register to the club. If you ...
I'm in, there is a good place in King Abdulaziz road. PM me if anyone interested to play.. Read More
Squash or Table Tennis (in Riyadh) by salroxx
Whats up people!!!! Does anyone know any club where you can professionally or just for practice play and enter tournaments for squash or table tennis??? I used to play professionally in England now want to start that again here.....
Hi folks, I used to play table tennis and ground tennis. Please let me know if you are going to play anytime soon. I'm ready.. Read More
Gratuity pay.
So you need to move your post to UAE forum, you have posted in Saudi Arabia forum :lol: Read More
Gratuity pay.
Are you in Saudi? If yes then I think they want you to transfer your sponsorship first. Read More
Teaching at Princess Nora University by avakab
I was just sent a work permit and visa application to teach English at Princess Nora University. If you know anything about working conditions there and/or accommodations, please let me know. Do teachers live on the campus? What about security? ...
That's really shocking, I have been in Saudi for long time and this is the first time I know that it is that bad in such reputable university. It looks like the management made it that bad, but is there any escalation channels? Read More
Upgrading degree!! by salroxx
Hi guyzzz does anyone know any credible online university or any diploma courses which i can do in riyadh....
University of Liverpool I'm doing online MBA It is ranked 157 globally But it is very difficult to study in it, they use mainly Harvard resources and very advanced text books It gives you a huge knowledge but again, you need to dedicate ... Read More
Need help & suggestion -is 3500SAR along with accomodation good deal?
3500 was valid 10 years ago, you will spend minimum 1000 per week Read More
What is maximum age for iqama 69 or 62? by fw1992
Want to know naximum age for renewal of iqama. Is it 60 or 62 as per present rule
I'm not sure but my father was 63 when he died 7 years ago, he never had any issue with his iqama due to his age. Anyway, rules are changeable every year here. Read More
new in Riyadh & looking to get to know a fun group of female friends by Dana.SKA
Heyy all!! I'm a new bee in Riyadh & i'm starting to get bored of the daily routines. I don't know anyone here & Id love to be meet some fun outgoing and adventurous ladies. So i would like to suggest a little get together for ...
gender alterations :D :D :D :joking: :blink: :lol: :P but they will keep asking :cool: just ignore them ............. 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 ...
My suggestion is to keep applying, it would click on once, this is the only way. Read More
Can i marry a saudi man? by stellaheart
Hi everyone! I am working here in Saudi Arabia. I have a boyfriend a Saudi man. Were almost 7 months and keep going strong. We love each other. But sometimes we are talking about marriage. He was divorce and he has 1 son. And he always telling me ...
For a Saudi to marry non-Saudi girl, Imarah approval is required. I have never heard about Saudi Philippino marriage since I came here long time ago. Nothing is impossible but it is very difficult to get approval from Imarah, Cuz they want them to ... Read More
Organize an Expat blog meet-up! by Julien
Hi all, Should you want to organize a gathering with the other members, in your town, we would be pleased to help :). It is indeed a great way to meet new people, isn't it? If you would like to plan a get-together, do not hesitate to ...
Who will take the initiatives and start planning for it? We all agreed that it is a good idea but it needs to be interpreted into an action. I'm not good in these things, who has such experience before? Read More
inquiry
In KSA, you can get a police certificate only if it was requested by an official body or government. You can't go and ask for it by yourself. Read More
massage... not sex!!!!!!!!! by eng_asm
Hi all, Just a brainstorming, why massage got linked to see in majority of people's minds? I'm doing massage every 15 days, it is really refreshing therapy but it is totally different than sex. Although there are types of massage that are ...
Well, you are partially right. I agree about the exposure thing but this is not always the case. For me I have a tight muscles most of the time and I need a massage every 14 days, I personally go to males even if I'm out of ksa, the reason is ... Read More
Why are we that greedy ?
I have to thank the admin for subject correction. This really makes me feel good when knowing that the admin is on top of the posts and preventing any possible wrong stuff. Thanks one more time. Read More
Why are we that greedy ?
Yeah but the same seller is accepting almost half of the price elsewhere. I have seen ads for cars with almost double of their real market price Read More
inquiry
I have never heard about such requirement, you shouldn't be able to get out of Saudi if police is looking for you Read More
massage... not sex!!!!!!!!!
Hi all, Just a brainstorming, why massage got linked to see in majority of people's minds? I'm doing massage every 15 days, it is really refreshing therapy but it is totally different than sex. Although there are types of massage that are ... Read More
Why are we that greedy ?
Hi folks I went through the selling adds, the prices there were crazy, I bet those sellers are advertising the same things somewhere else away cheaper than here. Why are we that greedy inside the expats community? We should be honest with each ... Read More
Regarding Final Exit within 4 Months
I don't understand why people are wasting time by asking about problems before they occur. First of all you didn't resign and therefore there is no issue from your employer. All what you need to do is to start the process, if something ... Read More
Online programs - ESL or linguistics
I'm doing MBA in Liverpool university, there certificate doesn't say online and you have to travel there for graduation, if you want to enrol yourself let me know to recommend you to them so you will save some money. It is ranked as 157 on ... Read More
Iqama Transfer by ayazabbasi
i am doing job in govt university as lecturer,but now i have got a new opportunity in another university with some good package.is it possible to transfer my iqama from this university to the new one.As the new employer agree for the transfer of ...
I'm 5 times already. As per the old regulation it us 3 only, but this is no longer applicable in KSA. Read More
basketball
You need to book your playing time ahead They have balls as well. And tennis courts It is affordable, I think it is 50-75 sar/hour Read More
Personal Loan from SABB by zohaibijaz
Hi Everyone, I am planning to get Loan from SABB bank, I have my salary account in SABB and my salary is being transferred in SABB. Somebody told me that i can get maximum 10 salaries as a loan from SABB. But there is an issue that I am employee of ...
Once you have completed 3 months you can get a loan if your company has signed an agreement with bank. You need to ask your HR department if they have an agreement with SAB or any other bank. Having your salary transferred to SAB will not make the ... Read More
i like to get my iqama but my employer dont give me .what will i do ?
you have the right to have your iqama in your hands as long as you are in KSA, why have you accepted not to have it in the first place? Read More
contract is finished.employer putting us on hold. by Cheene
Hello there. I would like to ask if anyone here has experienced going to Ministry of Labor in Riyadh. I would like to know what they can do about my case because my contract is already finished last September 17 2014. I passed my resignation letter ...
The best way is to go to labor office and consult them, normally they are more proactive when the expat is asking for final exit. Read More
Resignation by eknath
Dear Sir, I am working with a private firm in jubai as a Design Engineer, i had signed a contract with a company for 1 year, after completing 6 month due to some family problems i want to go back to my home country. so i am planning for resign with ...
There is no time frame for such thing, in similar cases they take action very fast. For the Visa charges, it is employer responsibility to pay for Visa charges as per the law in KSA, they can't ask you to pay even if it is mentioned in the offer ... Read More
how to release from company in Red line?? by engr haxan
Dear members , please guide me the way to get tanazul from company which is in red line , i came here in saudi arabia before 3 months , still company did'nt give salary as well as ekama , please tell me the procedure for tanazul ????
You need to get Iqama first then you can start looking for options. Read More
Resignation by eknath
Dear Sir, I am working with a private firm in jubai as a Design Engineer, i had signed a contract with a company for 1 year, after completing 6 month due to some family problems i want to go back to my home country. so i am planning for resign with ...
You just need to resign officially and get a copy of your resignation form with any receiving acknowledgement way. If your company has electronic resignation system then it is a way better as you will receive a confirmation email. If they rejected ... Read More
Click here to check your Iqama status online
Hi, Put your Iqama no. in 2nd Box. and click ok It will show you in which category is your organization. http://mol.gov.sa/services/inquiry/nonsaudiempinquiry.aspx Osama. Read More
Saudi labour laws
The most important chapter is Part V. Here is the download link for it: http://www.sagia.gov.sa/Documents/Laws/labor_law_en.pdf Read More
moving to saudi by fairygirl17
Asalamualaikum my husband is offered a job in al khobar inshaallah he will be moving next month end . what type of visa should be got inorder for me to join him when he goes. i have few friend who accompanied their husbands when they went to ...
My advise is to let your husband come to KSA and arrange for residence permit (Iqama) for you once he is settled and found accommodation, this is the best way especially that it is not going to be easy in the first three months. Read More
Electronic cigarette
Hi all, is there any place to buy E-liquid for electronic cigarette in Riyadh with acceptable price? I have quit the regular one since one week. Some sellers are crazy in terms of prices, it is 10 times Dubai's prices!!! Read More