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arharsh46

arharsh46

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Indian expat in Oman

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91

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Lives in Muscat

Registration: 12 November 2014

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
7 years ago
arharsh46

Updated rules for getting new driving licence for female by arharsh46

Hello all, i had my DL about 2.5 years ago but as i am researching to apply for my wife for a new driving licence some confusions arises. it would be great if someone can help here. 1. rules say eye test needs to be done at certified optician ...

arharsh46

Hi, Thanks a lot for your reply. I actually just saw your reply. Even when i went for getting the green book i remember had my eyes checked at ROP only. But after that the rules are changed and you need to go to a few hospitals directed by ROP to ... Read More

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arharsh46 created a thread
7 years ago

Updated rules for getting new driving licence for female

Hello all, i had my DL about 2.5 years ago but as i am researching to apply for my wife for a new driving licence some confusions arises. it would be great if someone can help here. 1. rules say eye test needs to be done at certified optician ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
9 years ago

Vaccination for Babies at muscat

Can anyone let me know which hospital is goosd for vaccination for my 3 moths old son? earlier vaccination was done at India. Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
9 years ago
Erlynrony

Good gynaecologist by Erlynrony

hi all..good day I am looking for a good gynaecologist in muscat..I am pregnant in my first trimester and we are new in Oman.can you suggest me a good and skilled gynaecologist.. Looking forward for your opinions

arharsh46

My wife was treated very well by Dr. Beena at Atlas Hospital, Ghubra. Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
9 years ago
ADNAN MOHE

ENGLISH FRIEND by ADNAN MOHE

Hello everyone I am Adnan. I work in the ministry of higher education. I am trying my best to find friend who I can speak English with.it is my pleasure to help with everything in Oman whether Sohar or Muscat.My best hobbies are running ...

arharsh46

you can find a lot here. and i guess it would be beneficial for the other as well understanding the culture, language and places.. Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
9 years ago

Family visa expiry and New born Visa

i have already got my kid's passport. thanks for clarifying about the 6 months rule. Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
9 years ago
arharsh46

Does medical test required for new born for resident visa? by arharsh46

I went to a few posts and few articles on web and came to know that to apply resident visa for my new born i would required the following : copy of passports (parents) copy of resident cards rent agreement attested marriage certificate copy showing ...

arharsh46

Thanks a lot for the information. That helped a lot and relieved my tension a bit to take my son to those cramped labs with high chances of infections. Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
9 years ago
arharsh46

Does medical test required for new born for resident visa? by arharsh46

I went to a few posts and few articles on web and came to know that to apply resident visa for my new born i would required the following : copy of passports (parents) copy of resident cards rent agreement attested marriage certificate copy showing ...

arharsh46

hi, thanks for the answer and sorry or creating a confusion.. my baby was not born iin oman, he was born at India. Read More

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arharsh46 created a thread
9 years ago

Does medical test required for new born for resident visa?

I went to a few posts and few articles on web and came to know that to apply resident visa for my new born i would required the following : copy of passports (parents) copy of resident cards rent agreement attested marriage certificate copy showing ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
9 years ago

Family visa expiry and New born Visa

Hi, did you brought your wife back? was there any hassel? as i am going through the same question as you have asked.. so if you were able to bring your wife and your kid please let me know how the whole process happend? what documents were ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
9 years ago
Anand Ranju

Annual Leave by Anand Ranju

Dear All, I have been working in Oman for the past two years, now I have a question to raise. In my appointment letter, regarding my Leave, it is mentioned as follows... "Annual Leave with 30 days paid Leave with Economic Class Ticket to ...

arharsh46

It would depend upon your sponsor mainly how he wants to take the sentence. But generally it might be after completing 2 years. Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
9 years ago
arharsh46

Rules regarding entering oman on resident visa after delivery by arharsh46

HI, my Wife existed oman for her delivery while she was pregnant 7 months and now we want to t bring our baby to oman when he would be 4 months old, that makes my wife's exit out of country for about 7 months. my wife is on resident visa (not ...

arharsh46

Dear Sumitran, Thanks a lot for answering as always on such matters. I appreciate a lot. The thing is my company doesn't have a PRO and that is making the things very confusing. The sponsor of the company stays away from Muscat so he is hard ... Read More

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arharsh46 created a thread
9 years ago

Rules regarding entering oman on resident visa after delivery

HI, my Wife existed oman for her delivery while she was pregnant 7 months and now we want to t bring our baby to oman when he would be 4 months old, that makes my wife's exit out of country for about 7 months. my wife is on resident visa (not ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
9 years ago
Erlynrony

Good gynaecologist by Erlynrony

hi all..good day I am looking for a good gynaecologist in muscat..I am pregnant in my first trimester and we are new in Oman.can you suggest me a good and skilled gynaecologist.. Looking forward for your opinions

arharsh46

hi, we are having an over all good experience at Atlas hospital. it would be near to ghubra as well. Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
9 years ago
imran2525

Go back to India- They are forcing and blackmailing me to work here by imran2525

Respected sir as iam from Bangalore my name is Imran Ahmed iam a married man having two childrens and dad mom with me as I have come muscat for the job its already 6days i have thought i can make it but its not possible to stay me here and I have ...

arharsh46

great to know that you are going back home and that is the most important thing. monitory issues are secondary. i am sure you will soon be able to repay the good politician who is ready to lend you money. Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
9 years ago
imran2525

want to go back india by imran2525

As I have came here for job before 8days by signing offer letter I thought its a direct company I came here I got to now that its consultancy after 8days today they tod me to attend interview I don't like to be here so that I told them I want to ...

arharsh46

@imran2525 as dhananjay728 asked you to send him his no. please do so , but through sending him direct message. because as per the rules of the forum you cant actually show your phone no. here on forum board. go to his profile and there is a button ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
9 years ago
imran2525

Go back to India- They are forcing and blackmailing me to work here by imran2525

Respected sir as iam from Bangalore my name is Imran Ahmed iam a married man having two childrens and dad mom with me as I have come muscat for the job its already 6days i have thought i can make it but its not possible to stay me here and I have ...

arharsh46

try to go to ROP and take somebody who understands your case and can speak arabic. ask police for help as you are forced without food or shelter. Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
9 years ago
imran2525

Go back to India- They are forcing and blackmailing me to work here by imran2525

Respected sir as iam from Bangalore my name is Imran Ahmed iam a married man having two childrens and dad mom with me as I have come muscat for the job its already 6days i have thought i can make it but its not possible to stay me here and I have ...

arharsh46

have you tried to post your petition on the online portal? even try your case at Indian embassy as well and try to tell them what you are going through. they also can help you filling up the complain with ministry of labour. and as per rule once you ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
9 years ago

What is the new rule for bring family in oman

hi, it has been mentioned many times over the forum. still, yes if your salary is less than 600 riyals you can not get family visa. Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
9 years ago
VidoDido

大咖福利影院 Monthly Get-Together in Muscat! by VidoDido

Dear All, Time for our 3rd get together in Muscat on [u][b]June 13, 2013, 7.00PM at ...

arharsh46

leaving oman.. so the community here might loose one great help .. anyways where are heading to now? if you dont mind. Read More

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10 years ago
vinodinoman

Family Visa _Myths & Facts (INDIAN joining in Oman) by vinodinoman

I am writing this based on what actually happened with me, in short full details about Family Visa. I would also highlight some common myths which are not true. 1. There is no rule of 6 month waiting time for family visa, this all depends on PRO of ...

arharsh46

to add your wife's name essentially you will have to apply for a new passport. you have to go to BLS passport services office near wattaya :Forth Floor (C Block), Building No 1340, Al Tamimah Building (Polyglot Institute), 327 Al Wutayyah St, ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
vinodinoman

Family Visa _Myths & Facts (INDIAN joining in Oman) by vinodinoman

I am writing this based on what actually happened with me, in short full details about Family Visa. I would also highlight some common myths which are not true. 1. There is no rule of 6 month waiting time for family visa, this all depends on PRO of ...

arharsh46

1) you need to check with your PRO as on salary statement how much they are showing. it they are showing your salary including your accommodation it might be shown as more than 600 omr. in that case you are eligible to get family visa. 2) your ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago

Attested Certificate Issue pls help

let's hope your friend don't get caught !! otherwise it would be big issue and he might have loose the job as well. i ha read recently that due to lot of fake degree cases ministry is now checking the degrees on their end as well. and they ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
AdnanMohammad

Looking for badminton indoor club by AdnanMohammad

I am from Pakistan currently working in Muscat. I am looking for a indoor badminton court in Muscat. Please anybody tell me if there is any court in ghubra, ghala, azaiba or Muscat city centre area.

arharsh46

if you get any address or any link, let me know as well !! Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
prettyrcjn12

Forbidden affairs in Oman by prettyrcjn12

What is the sunction for those illegal couples in Oman? We are marrie, My husband have an affair with a nurse in Oman. Last year from Oct to January they been together. Prior that i just had instinct that my husband is having an affair worst living ...

arharsh46

Hi, sorry for your situation, but as in my opinion you should consult a lawyer at your home country, and have to file papers there. as i don't think Oman government has any take in this matter. the other girl must be having a legal right to ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
Christine

Essentials to live in Oman by Christine

Hi, As an expat living in Oman, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Oman? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would recommend ...

arharsh46

if you are gadget freak, prepare to import many latest gadgets, as i haven't been able to find many latest ones and even if i find like after 2-3 months they are priced almost 1.5 times the actual price. This might sound absurd but, if you are ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
wa66

2 years visa ban is really more tighted,Is authority Pass is law? by wa66

whats the news about two year visa ban can any one explain me in detail. because we are hiring some staff in that case can we recruit staff??who have NOC

arharsh46

so does that mean PRO can be presented at ROP and not only the sponsor only? Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago

What is the difference between visa categories

sorry i guess i was not clear, i wanted to ask is there any difference between 'Relative joining visa' and ' family joining visa' ? as on ROP site, there is only one joining visa type is mentioned which is 'family joining ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago

What is the difference between visa categories

I have went through visa topics but couldn't get a definite answer. I have filed visa application for my wife. The application forms says relative joining visa. Is there any difference between both visa category? Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
sameerdongre7879

Monthly Food Mess or Tiffin System in Al khuwair area. by sameerdongre7879

Dear All, I will be shifting to Muscat by end of Jan 2016. Planning to shift my family after 6/7 month. Till the Family get shifted; need to make or to set Monthly Mess or Tiffin. My working location in Al khuwair. So anyone having Idea, about the ...

arharsh46

al khuwair is pretty big place. anyways there many restaurants which caters lunch/ dinner on monthly basis and general charge is about 20-30 omr/ meal depending upon the location and kind of restaurants. like there is a Soha restaurant, which is ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
vinodinoman

Family Visa _Myths & Facts (INDIAN joining in Oman) by vinodinoman

I am writing this based on what actually happened with me, in short full details about Family Visa. I would also highlight some common myths which are not true. 1. There is no rule of 6 month waiting time for family visa, this all depends on PRO of ...

arharsh46

Hi, as far as i know your family can get visit visa for 3 months which can be extended for 1 more months and after that they have to wait for 1 month for a new visa. i might be wrong as well. and regarding sponsorship rules, i dont think there ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago

to submit visa application

Dear Sumitran, Thanks a lot. you are a savior. :) Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago

to submit visa application

I know there are many threads regarding visa, but here i am trying to ask something different. i know generally company PRO submits the visa applications at ROP on behalf of the company.or if there is no PRO then the owner/ sponsor has to. as, only ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
shyamal008

Procedures for Omani Driving License by shyamal008

Dear Team, I am a new member in 大咖福利影院. Could you please help me in advising the procedures for obtaining an Omani Driving License where I am holding a Valid Indian Driving License which is issued in 2009. Eagerly awaiting your valuable ...

arharsh46

i know i should not have replied here. i am sorry . Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
shyamal008

Procedures for Omani Driving License by shyamal008

Dear Team, I am a new member in 大咖福利影院. Could you please help me in advising the procedures for obtaining an Omani Driving License where I am holding a Valid Indian Driving License which is issued in 2009. Eagerly awaiting your valuable ...

arharsh46

hi, first of all there are plenty of threads on this issue. try to search. anyways, from june 2015 all licence holders from any foreign country (except a few) has to give all three tests 1. drum test 2. slope test 3. road test. for that first you ... Read More

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10 years ago
sksksk

need urgent guidance by sksksk

Friends i am living with my husband in Oman since 2013 with our son, but due to some problem I want divorce with my husband, now i m with my relative I put some pressure on my huby and got his sign in indian embassy but not present date i took his ...

arharsh46

i am not sure about divorce matter and why would you need a NOC from your husaband. but i guess if your new employer is ready to provide you work visa here at oman, you can just go back to india, get the work visa and can come independently. Read More

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10 years ago
sameerdongre7879

Planning to shift to Muscat - is RO 1080 enough for family of 4? by sameerdongre7879

Dear All, My self Sameer. Currently staying in Maharashtra. Recently got the offer from one company at Muscat. So just wanted to understand how much expensive Muscat compare to Mumbai. Company located in Al khuwair. Company is offering RO1080 per ...

arharsh46

passport can be renewed from indian embassy here in oman. but i think before issuance of visa teh requirement is of atleast 6 months from passport expiration date. so if you at india , first get your passport renewed Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
vinodinoman

Family Visa _Myths & Facts (INDIAN joining in Oman) by vinodinoman

I am writing this based on what actually happened with me, in short full details about Family Visa. I would also highlight some common myths which are not true. 1. There is no rule of 6 month waiting time for family visa, this all depends on PRO of ...

arharsh46

generally company registration document, which menions company's registration no with ministry of commerce and and there are other two certificates as well. as per ROP website :' Copy of the specimen signature of the authorised signatories ... Read More

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10 years ago
sachin medhekar

Muskat joining by sachin medhekar

Dear sir, I am a civil engineer & got offer from Muskat of 500 OMR. They offerd me 500 OMR+Free Bachlor accomodation. Is it worth to join

arharsh46

i cant help you with the approximation of the salary, but yes can guide to derive lifestyle cost. 2 BHK apartment rent will be about 350-450 or more general expenditure may be about 100-150 / month for a simple lifestyle. Read More

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arharsh46 created a thread
10 years ago

Public library at Muscat

Does muscat have a public library? if yes, how rich it is in terms of literature material ? where? how to get a membership? Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
sachin medhekar

Muskat joining by sachin medhekar

Dear sir, I am a civil engineer & got offer from Muskat of 500 OMR. They offerd me 500 OMR+Free Bachlor accomodation. Is it worth to join

arharsh46

That is not true. i am a landscape architect with no previous experience and have total of 5.5 years of professional experience. but my experience is counted as 5.5 years and not as fresher. As like in any part of the world the practical experinece ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
sachin medhekar

Muskat joining by sachin medhekar

Dear sir, I am a civil engineer & got offer from Muskat of 500 OMR. They offerd me 500 OMR+Free Bachlor accomodation. Is it worth to join

arharsh46

Dear Sachin, schaz has given the perfect answer. but after 15 years of experience with B.E., you min. salary should be atleast 2000 omr excluding all the benefits. i know a few engineers who are working for 1500 OMR after having about 10 years of ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
sachin medhekar

Muskat joining by sachin medhekar

Dear sir, I am a civil engineer & got offer from Muskat of 500 OMR. They offerd me 500 OMR+Free Bachlor accomodation. Is it worth to join

arharsh46

hi, you haven't mentioned regarding your experience or any other thing like if the company is providing transportation or not or any other benefits. but if your in-han amount is 500 OMR, you might be able to save upto 400 (if transportation is ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago

Notice Period different in Offer Letter and Service Agreement

you should talk to your PRO, superior authority regarding same, showing them the terms mentioned in your offer letter. i guess that is the best thing you can do. Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago

Family visa

its 3 or 6 months, this period depends upon your sponsor/ comapny. and i guess once you arrive at oman, the first thing you need to do is to get resident card, and after that you can leave country any no. of times, till then, as the visa is the only ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
reza.cs30

Formalities & Rules for Family Joining Visa by reza.cs30

Dear All, Can anyone please tell me the current rules and regulations for the family joining visa (spouse and 2 years old kid)? It will be more helpful if you can elaborate the formalities for this here. I know i can get perfect information form ...

arharsh46

Do you man visit visa for UAE or any other GCC country? for yourself? Read More

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10 years ago
reza.cs30

Formalities & Rules for Family Joining Visa by reza.cs30

Dear All, Can anyone please tell me the current rules and regulations for the family joining visa (spouse and 2 years old kid)? It will be more helpful if you can elaborate the formalities for this here. I know i can get perfect information form ...

arharsh46

family visa fees is 20 riyals. so i guess total would be 40 riyals for you. Read More

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10 years ago
reza.cs30

Formalities & Rules for Family Joining Visa by reza.cs30

Dear All, Can anyone please tell me the current rules and regulations for the family joining visa (spouse and 2 years old kid)? It will be more helpful if you can elaborate the formalities for this here. I know i can get perfect information form ...

arharsh46

Hi, i guess you can get family visit visa as your company sponsors it. the duration of the visa will be for 3 months, and validity is for 6 months. so your wife and your daughter can live with you for about 3 months. it all depends upon your ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
reza.cs30

Formalities & Rules for Family Joining Visa by reza.cs30

Dear All, Can anyone please tell me the current rules and regulations for the family joining visa (spouse and 2 years old kid)? It will be more helpful if you can elaborate the formalities for this here. I know i can get perfect information form ...

arharsh46

for your daughter's passport, it has to be applied in the same way we all get our passport. fill the form on government's website, go to passport office, let the police verification and all the process get finished, and then she can get her ... Read More

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10 years ago
sanath

cost of living in muscat by sanath

HI all, i got an offer to work in muscat. the salary is 700 omr. Is it enough to live for a couple in muscat. can i save something from it?

arharsh46

Dear Sumitran, does that mean, if his wife do find a job here and employer is ready to give her work visa, she can not take it, as being on dependent visa her resident card must be reflecting her husband's employer name. or can she just ... Read More

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10 years ago
sanath

cost of living in muscat by sanath

HI all, i got an offer to work in muscat. the salary is 700 omr. Is it enough to live for a couple in muscat. can i save something from it?

arharsh46

Dear Hellraiser66, by now you must have known, the salary that has been offered to you is really really less, its like the employer is trying to exploit you. and you might also have realised how much the salary in in indian rupees. i guess you ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
reza.cs30

Formalities & Rules for Family Joining Visa by reza.cs30

Dear All, Can anyone please tell me the current rules and regulations for the family joining visa (spouse and 2 years old kid)? It will be more helpful if you can elaborate the formalities for this here. I know i can get perfect information form ...

arharsh46

I guess it should be possible, as long as as you show your relation to your daughter. I dont know exactly what kind of documents would require for that, but you can confirm with your company pro. Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
reza.cs30

Formalities & Rules for Family Joining Visa by reza.cs30

Dear All, Can anyone please tell me the current rules and regulations for the family joining visa (spouse and 2 years old kid)? It will be more helpful if you can elaborate the formalities for this here. I know i can get perfect information form ...

arharsh46

hi, family visa can be granted for total salary of 600 omr or more. so sorry i dont think family visa can be granted for you. Read More

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10 years ago
ahsan_iftikhar_qureshi

Visit Visa Query - Oman by ahsan_iftikhar_qureshi

Dear All, My wife came to Oman on visit visa and left after the finishing date of the visa. Wanted to know if I can get a new visit visa issued within a month or the 3 months period is mandatory. Thanks.

arharsh46

Dear Sumitran, Thanks a Lot, as i was about to put the question regarding requirement of marriage certificate attestation, but your reply saved a lot of my time. Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
10 years ago
reza.cs30

Formalities & Rules for Family Joining Visa by reza.cs30

Dear All, Can anyone please tell me the current rules and regulations for the family joining visa (spouse and 2 years old kid)? It will be more helpful if you can elaborate the formalities for this here. I know i can get perfect information form ...

arharsh46

Hi sgafeeq, i guess you will require following things to file for family visit visa: 1. 2 photos of your wife and your kid 2. copy of their passport 3. copy of your passport 4. sponsor's letter of sponsorship for your wife and your kid. ( he ... Read More

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10 years ago

Information Regarding Medical test report for applying Oman Visa

i guess GCC approved medical center medical test might be valid for visa process. so from UAE you can get your test done at any GCC approved hospital or medical center. but before that i guess you should confirm the same with the employer PRO once. Read More

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10 years ago
sanath

cost of living in muscat by sanath

HI all, i got an offer to work in muscat. the salary is 700 omr. Is it enough to live for a couple in muscat. can i save something from it?

arharsh46

Hi ashishlg2006 I have just shifted to muscat and having similar offer as yours. And here 1bhk rent would be about 250-300 omr and in total you will be spending about 500 omr per month with simple lifestyle. So I guess you will be able to save ... Read More

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10 years ago
andy79

Resident Card by andy79

Dear Concern Pls help with below details: How much time does it take a resident card onve you arrive in Oman on Work visa? After that how much time does it take to get Family Visa. Regards

arharsh46

Dear Sumitran, That is the problem, we dont have an PRO and the director of the company who is an american doesnt know exact formalities. Read More

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10 years ago
andy79

Resident Card by andy79

Dear Concern Pls help with below details: How much time does it take a resident card onve you arrive in Oman on Work visa? After that how much time does it take to get Family Visa. Regards

arharsh46

Dear Sumitran, Thanks a lot for reliving some of my tension. Can you please let me what papers would I require? As I think I will have to give the list to the owner and have to prepare all by myself only. Read More

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10 years ago
andy79

Resident Card by andy79

Dear Concern Pls help with below details: How much time does it take a resident card onve you arrive in Oman on Work visa? After that how much time does it take to get Family Visa. Regards

arharsh46

hi, i have joined here in a design studio and they dont have a PRO the owner himself sometimes does that job as well. so is there anyway i can get resident card easily? and is the medical test compulsory before getting resident card and after ... Read More

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arharsh46 created a thread
10 years ago

Which area is better to stay? al-khuwair/ghubra/ghala/azaiba ?

hi, i have finally reached to muscat after long waiting for visa. now my office is at ghala, i would like to know which area would be better to stay from ghala, ghubra, azaiba, and khuwair? currently i will be leaving alone and as soon my wife ... Read More

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10 years ago

Thinking to shift to Muscat with my Wife

i guess you are saying each of you are going to get 950+ all the perks, that would give you a very comfortable life. muscat is a perfectly safe place for woman working or non-working. regarding visa, what deemonisha told is truth, you need to get ... Read More

arharsh46
arharsh46 created a thread
10 years ago

Travel Distance, Travel fare and best areas to live

hi, i have got an job at muscat and my future office is situated at Ghala, muscat. i will be coming to muscat after eid holidays, will be staying with my relatives near muttrah cornice. so i wanted to know a few thing to get my life setteled ... Read More

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10 years ago
reza.cs30

Formalities & Rules for Family Joining Visa by reza.cs30

Dear All, Can anyone please tell me the current rules and regulations for the family joining visa (spouse and 2 years old kid)? It will be more helpful if you can elaborate the formalities for this here. I know i can get perfect information form ...

arharsh46

1. yes, you can visit him during his probation period, as you will be on a visit visa which has no relation with the probation period at his job. 2. no, your husband cant sponsor you, the sponsor should be an omani national, i guess a travel ... Read More

arharsh46
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11 years ago

planning to go Bangkok how is life there...? :)

amazing country.. a little expensive compared to other parts of thailand. but again depends upon your lifestyle.. do it man.. for living cost in bangkok, major expense would be living in hotel. if you can figure that out at cheap rates.. food and ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
11 years ago

Family moving to Bangkok to join me - advice appreciated!

hi, check thonglor apartment, i have lived there for 2 years. ask for the bigger apartment, 3 room one. rent would be about 20k THB. its an old apartment building little far from BTS. but a place with swimming pool, gym, restaurants, MAX Valu is ... Read More

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11 years ago
Chandra_Bangkok

good area to stay in Bangkok by Chandra_Bangkok

Hi, I came from India, I am totally new to this place. which one is the good area to stay in Bangkok Chandra

arharsh46

hi, depends upon you work area. generally street near sukhumwit 20-22 ( between nana to ashok) the area has many grocery stores, and many Indians are also leaving in that area. but this is one of the costliest area to stay. if you are on a tight ... Read More

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11 years ago
umm-e-farhan

Family visas by umm-e-farhan

I have some questions from u brothers. My husband is going to join a company in muscat.He is planning to get a visit visa for me, my 3 kids and for his mother once he reach there and get his residence card . Is it possible to apply for visit ...

arharsh46

yes, india is there in drop down list but when i put purpose of visit as tourism and country as india, it states you have to be ' either spouse or child of a group 1 national, or should be accompanied by group 1 national.' and i guess ... Read More

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11 years ago
umm-e-farhan

Family visas by umm-e-farhan

I have some questions from u brothers. My husband is going to join a company in muscat.He is planning to get a visit visa for me, my 3 kids and for his mother once he reach there and get his residence card . Is it possible to apply for visit ...

arharsh46

Thanks a lot .. but the site shows the below mentioned result. and that is why i am confused. i am searching on this one : https://evisa.rop.gov.om "Based on your selected options: 1. Select Nationality as shown in Passport INDIA 2. Select ... Read More

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11 years ago
umm-e-farhan

Family visas by umm-e-farhan

I have some questions from u brothers. My husband is going to join a company in muscat.He is planning to get a visit visa for me, my 3 kids and for his mother once he reach there and get his residence card . Is it possible to apply for visit ...

arharsh46

Dear sumitran, I had checked on ROP site about e-visa facility, but India was not listed i guess on that. are you sure India has been added to E-visa facility? plus will she not require any sponsor like a travel agency or my employer? i mean will ... Read More

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11 years ago
umm-e-farhan

Family visas by umm-e-farhan

I have some questions from u brothers. My husband is going to join a company in muscat.He is planning to get a visit visa for me, my 3 kids and for his mother once he reach there and get his residence card . Is it possible to apply for visit ...

arharsh46

Dear Sumitran and Schaz, as i was going through this forum and various threads regarding family visa, i came to know that after getting resident card, my wife can come over to Oman on a visit visa. have i understood that right? is there any gap to ... Read More

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11 years ago
sanath

cost of living in muscat by sanath

HI all, i got an offer to work in muscat. the salary is 700 omr. Is it enough to live for a couple in muscat. can i save something from it?

arharsh46

Hi, You didn't mention any other things. Like what other benefits are you getting? Like transport n medical etc. Will your company provide accommodation rentals? If its 790 omr without any of the benefits mentioned above. It might be less. ... Read More

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11 years ago
sanath

cost of living in muscat by sanath

HI all, i got an offer to work in muscat. the salary is 700 omr. Is it enough to live for a couple in muscat. can i save something from it?

arharsh46

Hi, You didn't mention any other things. Like what other benefits are you getting? Like transport n medical etc. Will your company provide accommodation rentals? If its 790 omr without any of the benefits mentioned above. It might be less. ... Read More

arharsh46
arharsh46 replied to a thread
11 years ago
sanath

cost of living in muscat by sanath

HI all, i got an offer to work in muscat. the salary is 700 omr. Is it enough to live for a couple in muscat. can i save something from it?

arharsh46

Dear Mr.Reddy, as i wrote anything from 800 OMR is fine, so 2500 OMR is 3+ times the comfortable salary. Dont worry, and i hope you get you visa soon. as many here are waiting for their visa since 6 months. To obtain family visa, minimum salary ... Read More

arharsh46
arharsh46 replied to a thread
11 years ago
sanath

cost of living in muscat by sanath

HI all, i got an offer to work in muscat. the salary is 700 omr. Is it enough to live for a couple in muscat. can i save something from it?

arharsh46

hi @T.L.N Reddy, you can browse through the pages in thi sthread only, which has fairly detail break ups of costs. it all depends upon your life style. but taking if you live a simple life style with no extra expenditures, and going as per the ... Read More

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11 years ago
nizamm

PDO Labor clearance by nizamm

What is the time taken to get labor clearance.

arharsh46

mahamad maz, how you got your family visa? was it pre-negotiated? as i was told that after issuing my work visa, my family visa can be issued only after 6 months. and i can bring my wife only after 6 months. so are there different rules for ... Read More

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11 years ago
nizamm

PDO Labor clearance by nizamm

What is the time taken to get labor clearance.

arharsh46

so finally the good news came a week back, got my LC done. but as the medical certificate was expired i have to re-do the test and i have sent them the certificate for work visa. i am hoping to get the visa by next week. for clarification, my ... Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
11 years ago
nizamm

PDO Labor clearance by nizamm

What is the time taken to get labor clearance.

arharsh46

it seems the LC and visa process is going really slow there. I had submitted my documents in December 2014 and still waiting for my LC. Read More

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arharsh46 replied to a thread
11 years ago
ask2020

Oman Employment Visa Labour Clearance Delays by ask2020

Hi, I appeared for an interview in OMAN with a renowned organization in May 2010. They sent me the offer letter in a week's time and I accepted the offer. I also completed the Medical Exam and Certificate attestation. I sent my employer the scanned ...

arharsh46

hi, after a long search i found this useful thread. now back to question. i have been offered a job at muscat in november, ane received my offer letter in november 2014 itself. I have sent my educational certificates and medical test result by ... Read More

arharsh46
arharsh46 replied to a thread
11 years ago

Time to Get Visa

hi kenjee, i have tried to search for the same on visa forum but i didnt get any satisfactory answer. so if you can direct me to some thread it would be helpful. one of the thread also says it takes about 2 weeks for express visa which can be ... Read More

arharsh46
arharsh46 replied to a thread
11 years ago

Time to Get Visa

hi, i have sent my attested documents to the firm last week. and i was told to get updates as soon as the visa will be done. but can anyone here tell me approximately how many days it takes to get visa and work permit? do it has anything to do ... Read More

arharsh46
arharsh46 replied to a thread
11 years ago

doctor from Ahmedabad, India

hey, great to know that.. i am also from ahmedabad and will be coming to muscat this month end or in jan. can you tell me at GMCA, Ashram Road , what tests are covered and how much time it takes to get the results? Read More

arharsh46
arharsh46 replied to a thread
11 years ago

Want to come on visitor visa once to check employer before joining.

but as i read on visa laws it stats that if i have a relative (not only blood relation but like cousin, uncle etc) i can apply for family/ relative visit visa. http://www.rop.gov.om/english/dg_pr_visas_relativevisit.asp so, if i avail this above ... Read More

arharsh46
arharsh46 replied to a thread
11 years ago

Want to come on visitor visa once to check employer before joining.

hi, i have got an job offer as a landscape architect. the company is relatively new, less than a year old. so i wanted to come to Muscat for once to check the company and its work, meanwhile my documents can be attested at the local ministries. and ... Read More

arharsh46
arharsh46 created a thread
11 years ago

looking forward to shift, bring my wife along

hi, i am a landscape architect with 6 yrs of experience. i have got an offer of 1100 OMR but without housing rent and transportation. so as per my guess i can save about 400-500 omr per month , is that assumption right? now here at india me and ... Read More

arharsh46
arharsh46 replied to a thread
11 years ago
sanath

cost of living in muscat by sanath

HI all, i got an offer to work in muscat. the salary is 700 omr. Is it enough to live for a couple in muscat. can i save something from it?

arharsh46

hi, i know i am asking on a 2 year old post, but currently i have got an opportunity from a newly established firm with 1100 OMR. Its a in hand amount and i have to pay for rent and transportation. i am married and i guess my wife would be love to ... Read More

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11 years ago