canada2006
Canadian expat in Thailand
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Lives in Muscat
Registration: 15 November 2014
Moving to Singapore but Keeping Bank Account in Thailand. Pls help
Hi, I have been working legally in Thailand since two years and now I am being transferred to Singapore. My question is, : -Can I keep my bank account here with Bangkok Bank without telling the bank that I am leaving Thailand for at least two ... Read More
Companies willing to hire foreigners and sponsor the work permit by LuciaKL
Hi all, in 2 weeks I will be moving from Europe to Kuala Lumpur to live with my boyfriend who is local. I have been looking for a job on the official channels (online portals, recruitments agencies..) focusing on my role but haven't been so ...
Hello-I am an expat from Canada and presently in Thailand. I work as a business analyst for oil and gas company I will be transferred to our Kuala Lumpur Office. My question is after completing my medicals etc for Malaysia, how long will it take ... Read More
Cost of Living in KL by shobhana
Hi all, I would like to know the rough cost of living in KL per month. Assume living near KLCC. Food, Transport, Nightlife etc. Thanks, Shobhana
Appreciate your comments. Well, electricity is expensive here in KL! lol. Presently I am in Bangkok and same amount of aircon usage, my electricity never goes beyond 180 RM. Once again thanks. Read More
Cost of Living in KL by shobhana
Hi all, I would like to know the rough cost of living in KL per month. Assume living near KLCC. Food, Transport, Nightlife etc. Thanks, Shobhana
Thanks a lot for detailed clarification. Regards to electric bill, my usage would be approx. 10 hours a day with aircon as morning / afternoon I will be at work and washdryer in condo and to be used one a week. So should I expect approx. 200 ... Read More
I'm looking for Rent Apartment/ Studio/Room/ condo/ Sharing/ Near KLCC by brajendra1987
I am an Indian, staying in Malaysia since last 2 year and looking out for renting an Apartment/ Studio/Room/ condo/ Sharing near KLCC. Please contact me if any..
Hi there, What would be the costing for a single working person renting a one bedroom apartment in KLCC (Bingjia 08 Condo) behind Ampang Park LRT. My Rent: 2,600/m Electricity: ? Water: ? Internet: ? Wash/dryer? ... Read More
Cost of Living in KL by shobhana
Hi all, I would like to know the rough cost of living in KL per month. Assume living near KLCC. Food, Transport, Nightlife etc. Thanks, Shobhana
Hi there, What would be the costing for a single working person renting a one bedroom apartment in KLCC (Bingjia 08 Condo) behind Ampang Park LRT. My Rent: 2,600/m Electricity: ? Water: ? Internet: ? Wash/dryer? ... Read More
How much income tax???
If monthly salary THB 120,000 or (yearly = 1,440,000) how much income tax i should expect to pay? Is it full 25% on 120,000?? or do you have to calculate by slabs? Thanks! Read More
Taxes in Thailand by cthierrymk
Dear all, March is the month to fill in Tax Form !! I would like to open a discussion on this topic and know from those who live in Thailand for more than 180 days if they are paying taxes or claiming taxes in some specific cases. 1) You get ...
If monthly salary THB 120,000 or (yearly = 1,440,000) how much income tax i should expect to pay? Is it full 25% on 120,000?? or do you have to calculate by slabs? Thanks! Read More
Income Tax by knmanojkumar
Dear All, Can someone please tell the percentage of INCOME TAX for an individual (Expat) that needs to be paid to the government in Bangkok. Or normally what is tax deduction (in percentage) that applies to an individual (expat) in an ...
If monthly salary THB 120,000 or (yearly = 1,440,000) how much income tax i should expect to pay? Is it full 25% on 120,000?? or do you have to calculate by slabs? Thanks! Read More
All the necessary Information about VIsas by LuisF
THAILAND IMMIGRATION, WORK PERMIT, RESIDENCY & SPONSORSHIP Before we delve any deeper, there are several key points to constantly keep in mind regarding immigration and work permits in Thailand. [b]First, the right to live and the right to work in ...
A job well done Sir! You have methodically and in detail explained the entire work permit process! Thanks! Read More
Income / Salary Tax
Hello there: Just a quick question. From what i understand, if i earn salary of 120,000 Baht a month, there will be no salary/income tax as i would fall under the tax threshold of 150,000 Baht. Is this correct.? and are there any other deductions ... Read More
Waiting for visa? by Deepakvijayaragunathan
Hai friends, still i m waiting for my work visa, I sent my original Diploma certificate & medical fit certificate on 5/12/14 but till date not g the my visa. My company HR said the delay is due to some strict regulation in the visa processing ...
Applied for LC since January 06th...........so far no luck..... Read More
Labor Clearance - Visa - Government Medical by marao
Hello Friends, I am moving from Bahrain to Oman to work for a reputed manufacturing concern in Sohar, the aluminium company. Need inputs on a few of my dilemma's. 1. Received Offer letter/contract - have signed and returned it. They are ...
Do not resign till you get your Labour Clearance and Employment Visa, as it could take over two months to process the clearance and work visa. /forum/viewtopic.php?id=192955 Read More
Floods in Muscat & Area by canada2006
Can someone please explain to me why floods often occur in Muscat & Area. If due to heavy rains the Wadi overflows, are there no proper drainage system which can divert the wadi over flowing water away from the populated area? Thanks a lot!
Well explained! Thanks a lot sir! Read More
Car rental
Hi, I am in the process of relocating to Muscat. I have compiled some information on rent-a-car companies in Muscat & area. See below:- Members on this blog mentioned that one could get car rented out for as little as 150 OMR a month. Hope ... Read More
Floods in Muscat & Area
Can someone please explain to me why floods often occur in Muscat & Area. If due to heavy rains the Wadi overflows, are there no proper drainage system which can divert the wadi over flowing water away from the populated area? Thanks a lot! Read More
Visa issued according to ROP website, embassy does not have visa #
Why do you need to apply visa from D.C. embassy? US citizens and other western nations are given 30 days stay in Oman ( "visa on arrival" ) for a small fee. Read More
Need help to review an offer from Muscat by svino
Dear All, My Name is Vinoth from India. I have got an offer from an Exhibition Organising company as a Project Manager (i have 10 years of experience in Exhibitions organising) in Muscat for 750 RO per month for first 3 months and 800 RO after ...
Thanks a lot sir. Much appreciated for your detailed response. Read More
Possible move to Oman
Hi Tom, How are ya? I am too going to move in January, and since a month gathering as much information i can on Muscat. These websites will definitely assist you in many queries that you may have. 1) This is cost of living comparison between London ... Read More
Rent-a-Car (contact details....) by canada2006
I have been reading on this blog that monthly car hire can cost upto OMR 150 to 200, to my amazement, most of the rent-a-car websites i have visited,...... quotes for a normal car is approx OMR 400 or approx USD 1,000 month! Can anyone please share ...
Thanks again Rammy for the clarification. Much appreciated, Read More
Rent-a-Car (contact details....) by canada2006
I have been reading on this blog that monthly car hire can cost upto OMR 150 to 200, to my amazement, most of the rent-a-car websites i have visited,...... quotes for a normal car is approx OMR 400 or approx USD 1,000 month! Can anyone please share ...
Thanks Rammy, Khalid and Schaz for your prompt response. Much appreciated guys! By the way what is the major difference between big rent-a-cars and these small companies? Hope they are reliable in terms of durability of cars. Thanks again guys! Read More
HSBC - HSBC Advance Credit Card
What is the minimum salary required to apply for HSBC Advance Credit Card? Read More
Rent-a-Car (contact details....)
I have been reading on this blog that monthly car hire can cost upto OMR 150 to 200, to my amazement, most of the rent-a-car websites i have visited,...... quotes for a normal car is approx OMR 400 or approx USD 1,000 month! Can anyone please share ... Read More
PLEASE REQUIRE URGENT CLARIFICATION
Halliburton Company, P.O. Box: 2721 Ruwi Code 112 - Assarain 'E' House, AI Khuwair Oman,............ ..AND Halliburton Company: Str 2316, Bdg 65, Assarain Bdg 1) Are these both addresses the same or are they totally different? 2) As per ... Read More
Driving with Canadian licence by canada2006
1) I have been offered a job in Muscat and i would be coming there end December this year. My question is will i be able to drive on my Canadian driver licence for a few weeks till i sort my Omani Drivers Licence? Or do i have to bring an ...
Wow! Thanks so much Darry for your prompt response. Much appreciated! .....but does one have to get the Canadian driver licence attested/or certified from the Canadian Consulate in Muscat? Thanks again Sir! Read More
Driving with Canadian licence
1) I have been offered a job in Muscat and i would be coming there end December this year. My question is will i be able to drive on my Canadian driver licence for a few weeks till i sort my Omani Drivers Licence? Or do i have to bring an ... Read More
I have got a joba for 200 OMR???? will it be enough by shaikhfauzan009
I have got a job in oman including transportation and accomodation will i able to save out of it and one more if i prepare food by myself then also how much expense would be??? Plz help me out as the company is waiting for my answer.
Hey guys, Just a few questions: ( COST ESTIMATES FOR A BACHELOR) 1) What is the best cellular service in Muscat? I have a blackberry phone! My requirement is unlimited internet, email, blackberry messenger, whatsapp, browsing? What would be the ... Read More
Furniture by deborah1964
Hello everyone, i just moved to Muscat several days ago with my Egyptian husband and am loving the challenges of the new city and country . My problem is i need to buy firniture and appliances for a 2 bedroom apartment the budget is 2000 OMR all i ...
Hi again: Yes, i am aware that cost of living is some what comparable to my city- Toronto, Canada and Ozzie must be more or less the same. Your note has been very informative. Much appreciated for your prompt response. Read More
NEW COMER TO MUSCAT! NEED INFORMATION by canada2006
I am planning to be in Muscat in the first week of January 2015. I will be joining an American oil company and they are paying me approx 1,500 OMR (accommodation, car, food is all on me). I am a bachelor. Thanks a lot! 1) I am looking for a one ...
Thanks so much for your detailed response. Much appreciated! Read More
looking forward to shift, bring my wife along by arharsh46
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 ...
Hello Summit: I am planning to be in Muscat in the first week of January 2015. I will be joining an American oil company and they are paying me approx 1,500 OMR (accommodation, car, food is all on me). I am a bachelor. I read from your previous ... Read More
NEW COMER TO MUSCAT! NEED INFORMATION
I am planning to be in Muscat in the first week of January 2015. I will be joining an American oil company and they are paying me approx 1,500 OMR (accommodation, car, food is all on me). I am a bachelor. Thanks a lot! 1) I am looking for a one ... Read More
How much to quote ??? by rohitm2yu
Dear all, I'm Rohit, from Bangalore,india. I've been working for a company here in India for past 1.5 yrs of which I stayed there in Muscat on deputation for around 8 months (1 + 5+ 2 months) in three tenures. Now based on my good ...
Hello Schaz (Shabbir) I am planning to be in Muscat in the first week of January 2015. I will be joining an American oil company and they are paying me approx 1,500 OMR (accommodation, car, food is all on me). I am a bachelor. I read from your ... Read More
Furniture by deborah1964
Hello everyone, i just moved to Muscat several days ago with my Egyptian husband and am loving the challenges of the new city and country . My problem is i need to buy firniture and appliances for a 2 bedroom apartment the budget is 2000 OMR all i ...
Hi Debbie: Did you have any luck with the furniture & appliances?? As i will be moving in January, so would appreciate a little help from you in respect of which places to visit to buy furniture etc etc. Thanks so much! Read More
How much to quote ??? by rohitm2yu
Dear all, I'm Rohit, from Bangalore,india. I've been working for a company here in India for past 1.5 yrs of which I stayed there in Muscat on deputation for around 8 months (1 + 5+ 2 months) in three tenures. Now based on my good ...
Hello Schaz (Shabbir) Is 1500 OMR + medical insurance alright for a bachelor person. (Apart, Car, Food is all on me) 1) Also, do you know where to look for a used car? 2) Where to look for one bedroom apartments (range between 280-375 OMR) in areas ... Read More
Need help to review an offer from Muscat by svino
Dear All, My Name is Vinoth from India. I have got an offer from an Exhibition Organising company as a Project Manager (i have 10 years of experience in Exhibitions organising) in Muscat for 750 RO per month for first 3 months and 800 RO after ...
Hello Summit: Is 1500 OMR + medical insurance alright for a bachelor person. (Apart, Car, Food is all on me) 1) Also, do you know where to look for a used car? 2) Where to look for one bedroom apartments (range between 280-375 OMR) in areas (north ... Read More
Regarding cost of Living for a Bachelor lifestyle
Is 1500 OMR + medical insurance a good salary for a bachelor? However, accommodation, food, car is all on me. Please advise. Read More
Planning to shift to oman by mukteshmukul
Hi Guys, I have been offered 650 OMR/month in a software firm in Al-Khuwair, Muscat. Please suggest, if this is enough for a gud living and savings. Medical will be provided by company but Accomodation and food is on me only.
Is 1500 OMR per month alright to survive + company maintained health insurance? However, Accommodation, Car, Food all on me. Read More
OMAN COST OF LIVING ANDN SAVINGS by faloranshul
Dear Friends, I have an offer from Oman, muscat of 1200 OR. accomodation and food i have to manage out of above package. I am very confused, whether to accept this offer or not, since I have heard accomodation cost will be very high, beside that ...
Hello Reza: In your earlier message you quoted, average rent for hiring car is 150 OMR? Which rent-a-car company is offering so low rate? Is this 150 a month?? Can you please clarify? Also, you mentioned apartments in Gobra/Al Khuwair area is ... Read More