Yasir Imran Mirza
@mirzayasir4
Pakistani expat in Saudi Arabia
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About me
Pakistani
Lives in Jeddah
Speaks Urdu, English, Arabic, Punjabi
Registration: 19 July 2010
Need to have networking cards printed
I cannot tell about those areas. But the are 2 printing press located on Palestine Street. If you are coming from Madina road, to King Fahad road, they are located after the gas station, very close to King Fahad st (60th St), named Zeej & Quick ... Read More
Jeddah Compounds by ManuelGomez
This is a Spanish guy who will be transferred from Khobar to Jeddah. I would like to know the most suitable compounds including services and locations Thanks in advance for your help.
So you answered your own question.I did, but I was looking for someone to put more light on it. But it seems people are more interested in doing argument instead of sharing experiences etc. Read More
Jeddah Compounds by ManuelGomez
This is a Spanish guy who will be transferred from Khobar to Jeddah. I would like to know the most suitable compounds including services and locations Thanks in advance for your help.
People outside the compounds are living in this land from long time, they have their own traditions and social values. As per their mentality and values, Wearing Abaya is right. So no body who is coming from outside should have objection on their ... Read More
Transport options in Jeddah by pranavm.81
Hi all, I have an offer from a company in Jeddah. As i understand from them and also one of my relative in KSA, there is no public transport in Saudi Arabia. since i am still learning to drive here in India. it will be some more time before i get ...
City transport in Jeddah is not in good shape. The hafila / 2 Riyals bus are sometimes dangerous. There drivers are riding like rockets and they have bad manners as well. In countries like Pakistan and India you can have a bike as a source of ... Read More
Jeddah Compounds by ManuelGomez
This is a Spanish guy who will be transferred from Khobar to Jeddah. I would like to know the most suitable compounds including services and locations Thanks in advance for your help.
For those who live regular living behind the blinded windows and swim in pools with thobes/abayas - no difference.Everybody has freedom to adopt a way which he consider right as per his thoughts. Read More
Traffic department office
I guess you can do that in any Moroor / Traffic Police office or near to Periodic Vehicle Inspection Center, which is located on intersection of Prince Mitab St. with Hira St. Read More
I am looking for a car on sale for resenable price
First one is a really nice option. Read More
Jeddah Compounds by ManuelGomez
This is a Spanish guy who will be transferred from Khobar to Jeddah. I would like to know the most suitable compounds including services and locations Thanks in advance for your help.
Guyz you may consider me an ignorant person. But please explain for me why compounds are different from regular living? Read More
looking to work as a teacher in jeddah by Mir Ali1
Hi, I,m from U.k and presently residing in jeddah. I,m interested in teaching primary and gcse in school. Please let me know about the opportunity. Thankyou Mir Ali am.mrtb@googlemail.com
expatriates.com is a good source of that. There are other classified sites as well and there is a section of classifieds in this site too. There are vacancies generated time to time in local schools. I recently heard of vacancies in Hira ... Read More
Used PC, laptop and cell phones?
As per my opinion Expatriates.com is best for Jeddah. Other than Internet, you may buy used computers at Khalid bin waleed street. There is a special shop called Al Afzal B2B. They bring used computer from USA and then sell in cheaper prices. ... Read More
Pregnancy in Jeddah
My wife usually go to Jeddah National hospital. It is an India based hospital consists of Pakistani, Indian, Egyptian doctors. The treatment is just average. Insurance cards doesn't work for this kind of treatment so I have to bear huge expenses. Read More
Skoda Cars in Saudi Arabia by mirzayasir4
Few days ago I posted about buying a user car in Jeddah. I have seen one ad online about Skoda Fobia 2004 Car. I think it is German made. I need some feedback/suggestion about Skoda cars in Jeddah. Somebody is selling a used 2004 model car in a ...
You will get Honda Civic in 13k, model 2001 approx and CIVIC is car to drive, believe me :pAre you offering me a car? or just giving me a general idea? Civic is Ok for me, I'll be ready to spent this much if the car exterior is acceptable or ... Read More
Skoda Cars in Saudi Arabia by mirzayasir4
Few days ago I posted about buying a user car in Jeddah. I have seen one ad online about Skoda Fobia 2004 Car. I think it is German made. I need some feedback/suggestion about Skoda cars in Jeddah. Somebody is selling a used 2004 model car in a ...
Thanks for the advice (everybody) That made me convince not to buy a Skoda Car. For 2 days while moving on Jeddah streets I tried to look for another Skoda car in Jeddah. I hardly find one car. That means it is not a popular car here. The guy who ... Read More
Skoda Cars in Saudi Arabia by mirzayasir4
Few days ago I posted about buying a user car in Jeddah. I have seen one ad online about Skoda Fobia 2004 Car. I think it is German made. I need some feedback/suggestion about Skoda cars in Jeddah. Somebody is selling a used 2004 model car in a ...
I recall your post about getting a driving license lately, I assume you are a new driver. I recommend: - Going for some car that has readily available maintenance, cheap parts and the good resell value in KSA. And that is called a 'Toyota'. - ... Read More
Driving licence question by mariushendricks
How does one go about getting a drivers licence in Jeddah? I have one issued in my home country.
If you like you may read a well written article at my blog, about getting driving license. http://yasirimran.wordpress.com/2011/09/17/getting-driving-license-in-saudi-arabia/ I hope moderators will not mind the link. :-) Read More
Skoda Cars in Saudi Arabia by mirzayasir4
Few days ago I posted about buying a user car in Jeddah. I have seen one ad online about Skoda Fobia 2004 Car. I think it is German made. I need some feedback/suggestion about Skoda cars in Jeddah. Somebody is selling a used 2004 model car in a ...
Few days ago I posted about buying a user car in Jeddah. I have seen one ad online about Skoda Fobia 2004 Car. I think it is German made.Hi, For more precisions : 聤koda cars are made in Czech Republic, the brand was bought by Volkswagen in ... Read More
Skoda Cars in Saudi Arabia by mirzayasir4
Few days ago I posted about buying a user car in Jeddah. I have seen one ad online about Skoda Fobia 2004 Car. I think it is German made. I need some feedback/suggestion about Skoda cars in Jeddah. Somebody is selling a used 2004 model car in a ...
Some brands of cars are not made for extreme weather conditions like in KSA. Scoda, Renault, Peugeot etc etc. Not recommended at all esp when it has been driven a lot; 311K is not a joke.Ahan. nice info. That's what I am looking for. Because I ... Read More
Skoda Cars in Saudi Arabia by mirzayasir4
Few days ago I posted about buying a user car in Jeddah. I have seen one ad online about Skoda Fobia 2004 Car. I think it is German made. I need some feedback/suggestion about Skoda cars in Jeddah. Somebody is selling a used 2004 model car in a ...
@raby You are the 3rd person who is giving me such advice. 2 guys already told me not to buy it. Although it is car in very great shape and look. Exterior and Interior both fine. ODO is 311000, that is high. BTW, why more problems occur in summer? ... Read More
Skoda Cars in Saudi Arabia
Few days ago I posted about buying a user car in Jeddah. I have seen one ad online about Skoda Fobia 2004 Car. I think it is German made. I need some feedback/suggestion about Skoda cars in Jeddah. Somebody is selling a used 2004 model car in a ... Read More
Looking for a cheaper car in Jeddah
Because it is related to cars, so I post it in car category, I thought it would be suitable for this category. BTW, yesterday an Indian guy told me about his Honda Civic model 2002 in 9500SR However when I went to see the car it was not in good ... Read More
Looking for a cheaper car in Jeddah
I am looking for a very cheap car for myself. Ranging 6 to 9 thousand Saudi Riyal. Because I am a new driver on Jeddah streets, I don't want to buy a new car and destroy it by hitting it somewhere on the road. I recently got driving license but ... Read More
Salary ?'s by saboodles12
Does anyone have a formula for what your actual take home pay will be? How to figure out expat taxes.....etc?
I also don't pay taxes. Only govt fees for Work permit or Driving License etc. Read More
Road Accident between A Jeep & A Passenger Bus by mirzayasir4
I travel daily from home to office via mini Passenger Bus. The distance is about 15 km from home and it takes about 45 minutes to my trip. Today (24th July 2011) while coming to office I have seen a road accidents that happened between a mini ...
That kind of accident happens every day in Riyadh!!Yup... that's correct. Even in Jeddah everyday this type of accidents happen, few of them with casualties might get media attention as well. As this one was very close to me & happened when I was ... Read More
Ahwal Madani by Zeesham
Hi, I want to get the birth certificate for my daughter, I got the letter from the hospital, Ahwal Madani ask me to take appointment online, while doing so, there are 2 options 1. Register the birth of the child. 2. Issue the birth certificate ...
Hi, I have done with this, so i prefer to post here so others can have better idea and they can save time. Documents Required: 1. Appointment Letter. http://eservices.moi.gov.sa 2. Form 87 from www.moi.gov.sa 3. Original & Photo copy of Parents ... Read More
Best Districts to Live in Jeddah
People from different countries will have different choices. Like - Pakistani People like Azizya, Faisalia, Bawadi & Bani Malik - Indian People like Aziziya, Al Sharfia, Al-Safa - Arab people like Al Salama, Al Naim, Al Zahra etc Read More
A VPN for Jeddah by 1967tazz
Morning all, 5 weeks to go till we arrive in the 'Magic Kingdom' and now starting to take care of 'issues' one such issue to being able to access favorite British TV channels, or to be more exact my two teenage kids favorite British TV channels. On ...
Really don't have an idea. there are proxies too to access restricted websites etc. But I can't share. Read More
State Bank of India in KSA by Vijayeswari
I read somewhere that SBI has started its branch in Saudi - IS it so? If so where?
I pass by it daily while travelling to my office on Sitteen (King Fahad Street. Here you can see more detail. http://jeddahphoto.blogspot.com/2011/07/sbi-state-bank-of-india-in-jeddah.html Read More
Hello bloggers! by RandomThought
Hi All! i'm a new here, a warm welcome will do to be more comfortable in this site. Thanks!
Welcome to the Saudi Arabia & Expat forum.... Read More
Road Accident between A Jeep & A Passenger Bus by mirzayasir4
I travel daily from home to office via mini Passenger Bus. The distance is about 15 km from home and it takes about 45 minutes to my trip. Today (24th July 2011) while coming to office I have seen a road accidents that happened between a mini ...
Do Jeddahphoto.blogspot.com know you're reposting their pictures on here buddy??It is me who is running Jeddah Photo blog, rather I was expecting a comment on the accident. Read More
Road Accident between A Jeep & A Passenger Bus
I travel daily from home to office via mini Passenger Bus. The distance is about 15 km from home and it takes about 45 minutes to my trip. Today (24th July 2011) while coming to office I have seen a road accidents that happened between a mini ... Read More
Future Options for foreign workers in Saudi Arabia
After the shocking news (6 year old work permits not renew) for Saudi Arabian expatriates. A statement that is like a sigh of relief and relaxation has been given by Saudi Labor Minister Adel Fakeih. Summery of this statement is that. Expatriates ... Read More
Saudi Arabia plans six-year cap on expat visas by junaidghumman
Manama: Saudi Arabia will soon put a six-year cap on the residency of foreigners in the country, the labour minister has said. The decision will be part of ten programmes the Saudi government is planning to implement in order to regulate the local ...
No body explained, ok I am doing. According to the journalist, all that the minister focused on was his ministry's "Nitaqat" program, which is expected to be applied in two weeks. Under this program, private companies and establishments will be ... Read More
Troubles in opening an Account at NCB (Al-Ahli Bank) by mirzayasir4
I am a Pakistani citizen living in Saudi Arabia on valid Iqama. I filled online form at NCB Website to apply for a Personal Bank Account. After form filling I print out the unique number assigned to my Iqama and I was informed from the website that ...
similar issued happened to me also at Riyad Bank, I went to another branch they made up a totally different issue, so i visited another branch and they guy opened my account without any questions. By the way if you still have the book Iqama, they ... Read More
Troubles in opening an Account at NCB (Al-Ahli Bank) by mirzayasir4
I am a Pakistani citizen living in Saudi Arabia on valid Iqama. I filled online form at NCB Website to apply for a Personal Bank Account. After form filling I print out the unique number assigned to my Iqama and I was informed from the website that ...
Thanks for help, my brother opened an account in Sabb without sponsor's letter. He did it recently, about 4 months ago. Ok if I visit there I'll share my experience. Read More
Saudi Arabia plans six-year cap on expat visas by junaidghumman
Manama: Saudi Arabia will soon put a six-year cap on the residency of foreigners in the country, the labour minister has said. The decision will be part of ten programmes the Saudi government is planning to implement in order to regulate the local ...
What does it mean by yellow, red and green categories? Read More
Troubles in opening an Account at NCB (Al-Ahli Bank) by mirzayasir4
I am a Pakistani citizen living in Saudi Arabia on valid Iqama. I filled online form at NCB Website to apply for a Personal Bank Account. After form filling I print out the unique number assigned to my Iqama and I was informed from the website that ...
Sabb Bank don't ask for all these documents, other than iqama they don't ask other documents. (im sure of that) Rajhi bank ask few documents but not sponsor letter (heard from friends) So can you suggest me some good branch in Jeddah? that treat ... Read More
Troubles in opening an Account at NCB (Al-Ahli Bank)
I am a Pakistani citizen living in Saudi Arabia on valid Iqama. I filled online form at NCB Website to apply for a Personal Bank Account. After form filling I print out the unique number assigned to my Iqama and I was informed from the website that ... Read More
lets meet up tired of telling but not to acting . by Hitch
[left][color=#6618e6]hey every one . really , i have red lot and hips of blogs and forms . you guys want to get together fine , let me kindly arrange it for you . well this week im doing a BBQ . i will arrange every thing . i will have the ...
OMG 13 April is passed.... So how was your party? Any pics? Read More
Idea on Home Comforts by milly147
Hi I'm heading out to Jeddah next month and will be working at KAMC. Any advice on home comforts to bring from the UK? Amelia :)
Welcome to 大咖福利影院, I hope you will find good stuff here... Read More
lets make friends in jeddah
ha ha ha.... I hope you will find some good philpina soon Read More
beaches by mike99
anyone know of any beaches I can visit in jeddah? I'd like to swim. also how much would it cost in a taxi to go to them for a few hours. Would an unofficial taxi be better? Someone told me Obhur but that looks like a private beach resort. Ideally ...
When you go there....take me with you. Because I also never saw that.... Read More
thinking of taking teaching post in jedda knowledge school - any info? by teacher123
looking around for a new job and might have one at the school above - any info?
well I am in jed and i think dont wait just send confirmation cause best scholl in Jeddah. If you need any information pls let me know. see u soon in saudi se u soon take care bye keith keith_sanders097@yahoo.comDo you have any idea of School jobs ... Read More
cost of living in Jeddah by lalala
How much would monthly groceries cost for a small frugal single person do you think? Taxi costs? How much is suncream there? Internet service, wireless or by plug in port...either. How do you get used to the heat? ha ha. Dress for women at ...
Taxi costs? How much is suncream there? Internet service, wireless or by plug in port...either. How do you get used to the heat? ha ha. Dress for women at work? Intl. School. Can you wear nice sandals? Do I need to bring my snake anti ... Read More
Talking to Saudi Ladies by keanuuu
Hi all. I'm new to Riyadh and have gone shopping in the mall a few times since I've come here. I generally avoid eye contact with Saudi ladies when I'm there. Last time I was there I went to buy a coffee at one of the stands. This girl (in full ...
There are good mannered and nice people here. Who treat expatriates as human beings. If a lady starts talking you that is just a way of saying welcome to Saudi Arabia. Read More
VOIP Servises by SeaDimis
Good morning, Can someone who is using VOIP to give an advise for some suggested t VOIP services to make phone calls from KSA to Europe.
I used Action voip and Jumblo. A credit card is not necessary because you can get their prepaid cards from Jeddah, I hope they are available in other cities too. Read More
about life for women & children in riyadh by dream_can
i m also planning to move to riyadh in coming months but m scared about life of women there due to restricted environment as i m working as well as drive in my home country. Any suggestions about life for women & children in riyadh.
I didn't go to Riyadh, but I knew ladies cannot drive there. Life is stricter but still people can enjoy it. Read More
Yasir from Jeddah
Thank you very much Ramon bro. I hope I'll have good time with good friends. Read More
Why they need to ban housemaids in the ME by musicman
http://www.dailynews.lk/2010/08/28/news01.asp http://video.dailymirror.lk/videos/658/relief-after-pain http://www.dailymirror.lk/index.php/news/images/6118-relief-from-pain.html If the Governments of the third world seem to think and believe that ...
Yes, the Minister of Labor should make changes. Its up to the Saudi people to end this injustice. By looking the other way and not taking action as a community is in many ways condoning the actions. Its very sad!Yes people are the key in ... Read More
Why they need to ban housemaids in the ME by musicman
http://www.dailynews.lk/2010/08/28/news01.asp http://video.dailymirror.lk/videos/658/relief-after-pain http://www.dailymirror.lk/index.php/news/images/6118-relief-from-pain.html If the Governments of the third world seem to think and believe that ...
Mirza, Its not just a few. We have records of many similar atrocities, abuse and oppression that have taken place over the past few decades. Only a few families treat their doestics with honor, dignity, and humanity, sadly.It varies from person to ... Read More
Yasir from Jeddah
Thank you for welcoming me. I hope I will have a good time. Read More
my name is Anita by anivo
my name is Anita. 23 years old, female i live in Saudi Arabia, Jeddah and i would like to share ideas and meet new friends from everywhere i am interested in culture, so it would be very nice to have a wide ideas about cross-cultures best regards
my name is Anita. 23 years old, female i live in Saudi Arabia, Jeddah and i would like to share ideas and meet new friends from everywhere i am interested in culture, so it would be very nice to have a wide ideas about cross-cultures best ... 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
Very good informative stuff here. I am also having this difficulty, I am living here alone and my family in Pakistan. Currently my profession is labor and I did everything to change it (education cert.. attestations etc) to computer programmer. Now ... Read More
Why they need to ban housemaids in the ME by musicman
http://www.dailynews.lk/2010/08/28/news01.asp http://video.dailymirror.lk/videos/658/relief-after-pain http://www.dailymirror.lk/index.php/news/images/6118-relief-from-pain.html If the Governments of the third world seem to think and believe that ...
CAF is right on his opinion but it shouldn't only to do with one single family. There are a lot of violations made by Saudi People to expatriates. The labor ministry should revise their policy for expats who came for work. Violations by few bad ... Read More
Stationary Fantasies Waterpark Jeddah
Stationary Fantasies Waterpark is a great place for entertainment and enjoyment in Jeddah. It is located on intersection of Prince Sultan street and Quraish street. There are watersides in the park, a big wave pool where un-natural wavers in water ... Read More
Yasir from Jeddah
Hello everybody. I am on the forum from quite some days now. I am a Pakistani living in Saudi Arabia for job. I am doing an I.T job here and living here from 2004. I manage to speak Arabic and also I have capability of writing it. I am also a ... Read More
Hello i am Saqib by SaQiB
Hi , I am Saqib , pakistani by origin. Raised and living in Riyadh Saudi Arabia. I recently graduated in Computer Engineering and i am working as an IT Engineer here in Riyadh
It means introductory thread is good. Welcome to the forums friend. Read More
family visa in ksa
Telephone operator, I don't think so. Family visa is offered to a limited no. of profession involving Engineer, Doctors, Programmer etc Thanks :-) Read More
What are the most popular weekend travel destinations? by mtwilson
As I understand it, short trips to nearby countries are quite popular with the expat community in Saudi. I hope to be joining you soon and I was wondering what some of the more popular destinations are for two to four day trips. What can be done and ...
Stationary Fantasies watermark could be a suitable place for enjoyment. Other place could be conrniche. that's all what I know. Read More
Living in Jeddah
It depends on life style you adopt, Instead of renting a car you can buy your own, you can easily get that on installments. People here are surviving with families in lowers salaries like 4000 also. Read More
ppl from jeddah lets meet up by aimanabidi
Hi I just moved to jeddah from uk and i am trying to find other expats who wanna meet up to explore the city... so lets hear from all of u in jeddah! Aiman x
I am living in Jeddah and doing job here. but hardly I find some time to go for outing. :) Read More