iaminriyadh
Filipino expat in Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
49
Contacts
4
About me
Filipino
Lives in Jubail
Speaks English, Filipino and teenie weenie bit of Arabic
Registration: 02 February 2015
previous company harrassing by ricokints
Hi to all! Anyone who can advice me of my current situation. It is my 3rd time to be transferred to a new company. Now the current company terminated me with a small reason but was managed to asked to be transferred. Now the day after the last ...
Hi Make sure that your new company is already processing your transfer. Get a stamped letter from your new company stating that your transfer under their sponsorship and iqama renewal is already in process. If you've transferred already, your ... Read More
How to obtain a copy of final exit visa? by Felafel
Hi there! I'm also an expat who came back to my country of origin. I worked in ksa for two years. Before leaving the kingdom, my boss informed me that my exit visa is electronic so no need for him to give me any paper or document. I just ...
Did they provide you with a printout? Read More
How to obtain a copy of final exit visa? by Felafel
Hi there! I'm also an expat who came back to my country of origin. I worked in ksa for two years. Before leaving the kingdom, my boss informed me that my exit visa is electronic so no need for him to give me any paper or document. I just ...
I don't know about India, but in The Philippines, nobody that I know. Somebody told me that they erase your final exit visa from the Jawasat system once you have left KSA and your final exit visa has been used. So, you can no longer get a ... Read More
Top 5 (Midrange) Restaurants in Riyadh by dandaman
Hi everyone, My wife and I recently arrived in Riyadh and have so far only eaten out at the Najd Village near to Prince Sultan University. We would appreciate your advice on which restaurant next to choose. What do you think are the top 5 midrange ...
Kruathai! It has the best Thai food.. I didn't include it on my list because it isn't really midrange. Super super cheap! :D ..now I'm hungry. bring me back to Riyadh!! :( Read More
Top 5 (Midrange) Restaurants in Riyadh by dandaman
Hi everyone, My wife and I recently arrived in Riyadh and have so far only eaten out at the Najd Village near to Prince Sultan University. We would appreciate your advice on which restaurant next to choose. What do you think are the top 5 midrange ...
Furusato for Japanese Mirage/Diamond Restaurants and Elements Restaurant at the Four Seasons in Kingdom Tower. Read More
Does anyone know a good physiotherapist in Riyadh, by basit82
Hi I am looking for a physiotherapist who can help us with our daughter, she went a brain surgery in Jun and has weakness on the right side of the body. We need someone who can come to our house and give physiotherapy sessions. Regards, Sultan ...
Contact Al Warood Medical Center 470-3355 Read More
Depression, Homesickness and Loneliness, How did you deal with it? by iaminriyadh
I met a good friend when I was still working in Riyadh. We both have resigned and I went back to The Philippines while she got a new job in Dammam. Like some private hospitals, they weren't allowed to go outside the accommodation except for a ...
All your advices made sense. Read More
Can a non-Moslem work in Madinah?
Thanks. That's what I was thinking and I told the agency I am Catholic and she said it's okay. I have to clear this up with them. Read More
Can a non-Moslem work in Madinah?
Hi! I have just been called for a good job offer in a hospital in Madinah. I know in Maccah, non-Moslems are not allowed to go there. Is it the same for Madinah? I hope anyone can answer me. Thank you! Read More
Resigning within the signed contract by ChristopherO.
Good day to all, I would like to ask what are things that I will encounter once I decided to resign after 1 year with the company instead of completing the 2 years signed contract. I am planning to resign due to personal reasons. My Iqama will ...
In our hospital, those who resigned earlier did have to buy out their contract. Talk to your HR. Read More
car lease transfer - need help by marines1960
I already resigned from my company and I was accepted in other company but I have a Renault Car at ANB thru bank financing and I am worried that if I cannot find a friend or anybody to transfer the car I will encounter problem at Saudi Immigration ...
Hello! This happened to my dad. You will not be given an exit visa if you have any pending loans i.e. car loans. If the car's ownership is under your name, it should be shown that you have sold that car prior to leaving or else, they ... Read More
Resigning within the signed contract by ChristopherO.
Good day to all, I would like to ask what are things that I will encounter once I decided to resign after 1 year with the company instead of completing the 2 years signed contract. I am planning to resign due to personal reasons. My Iqama will ...
Since you're resigning earlier than what they expected, I suggest you render your notice earlier than a month to give them ample time to find a replacement for you. Do this just to avoid getting asked to extend for that reason. This happened to ... Read More
Teaching English in Saudi by felixortizszewiel
Hello everyone, nice to virtually meet you all. I am a soon-to-be married British national looking to teach English in Saudi and would love any advice that you guy might be able to give me. My partner is also a teacher and we will be looking for ...
You make it sound as if it is hell in Saudi. You're scaring them off. :dumbom: but @felixortizszewiel, he did give a pretty good advice. Assume the worst and just be pleasantly surprised that its not as bad as you imagined it to be. I ... Read More
Facial piercings in Riyadh.Will I get into problems or end in jail? by LindsayLouise
While I was in the UK recently, I decided to get my septum pierced (small bullring in the middle of nose) without any thought to acceptability in Saudi Arabia. I'm back here now, in Riyadh, and I'm wondering if having this facial piercing ...
Hi! Not at all. I'm a Filipino who worked in a hospital sporting a nose piercing (just a stud) and an eyebrow bar. The nose stud is pretty common but septum rings and eyebrow bars are pretty rare. My boss of course frowned upon the eyebrow bar ... Read More
Teaching English in Saudi by felixortizszewiel
Hello everyone, nice to virtually meet you all. I am a soon-to-be married British national looking to teach English in Saudi and would love any advice that you guy might be able to give me. My partner is also a teacher and we will be looking for ...
Accommodation together? Get married first. :) Read More
Hello by Abady Aj
Hello everyone, Expat-blog blocked my private messaging, and said I was a new member and that I should introduce myself in the forum to fully activate my private messages. I've been on this forum for almost 9 months now, can't see how Im ...
Thanks! They're harmless and actually friendly about 90% only says "hi", I mean literally just that word. But I only respond to messages that have substance. I don't know how to deal with small talk. Thanks though, I'll surely ... Read More
Hello by Abady Aj
Hello everyone, Expat-blog blocked my private messaging, and said I was a new member and that I should introduce myself in the forum to fully activate my private messages. I've been on this forum for almost 9 months now, can't see how Im ...
I didn't know that... Sometimes I do wish that expat-blog would block my private messaging. Too many useless messages coming in. Read More
Running Enthusiast
There is a group of runners in Riyadh, I just can't remember the name. It is a very active group, frequent runs. Let me get back to you on the group's name. I think it even allows both male and female runners. I was planning to join it once ... Read More
Depression, Homesickness and Loneliness, How did you deal with it? by iaminriyadh
I met a good friend when I was still working in Riyadh. We both have resigned and I went back to The Philippines while she got a new job in Dammam. Like some private hospitals, they weren't allowed to go outside the accommodation except for a ...
That's so sweet. Do you talk to your family often? Read More
Depression, Homesickness and Loneliness, How did you deal with it? by iaminriyadh
I met a good friend when I was still working in Riyadh. We both have resigned and I went back to The Philippines while she got a new job in Dammam. Like some private hospitals, they weren't allowed to go outside the accommodation except for a ...
I don't think she has suicidal tendencies. Oh God, I hope not. Read More
Depression, Homesickness and Loneliness, How did you deal with it? by iaminriyadh
I met a good friend when I was still working in Riyadh. We both have resigned and I went back to The Philippines while she got a new job in Dammam. Like some private hospitals, they weren't allowed to go outside the accommodation except for a ...
Those are great advises. You're right about the sunshine but it isn't possible since they aren't allowed to go out. All the rest, I could tell her to do.. But what do you think could I say to her to actually cheer her up? I'm not a ... Read More
Depression, Homesickness and Loneliness, How did you deal with it?
I met a good friend when I was still working in Riyadh. We both have resigned and I went back to The Philippines while she got a new job in Dammam. Like some private hospitals, they weren't allowed to go outside the accommodation except for a ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Saudi Arabia by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Saudi ...
I've played billiards as early as I could reach the table. When I transferred to Riyadh, I have never seen a place where I could play. I'm so envious! Read More
Please Help!! Advice meeting up with girlfriend in Riyadh.. by twonny
Hey Everyone, This has probably been asked many times, but circumstances change all the time and I have heard that the Muttawa have been checking marriage certificates more and more lately. Question is, I have a girlfriend that I love dearly, ...
I have just read this and I just want to share my experience. I went out with my dad to buy some groceries. He dropped me off at the entrance then he parked. Since it was a family only mall, I had to wait for him at the entrance of the grocery. It ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Saudi Arabia by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Saudi ...
Oh yes! First time I went in a public toilet I saw this thing on the floor and I thought that it's the only kind that they have. I had no idea how to squat and which way to face. I had to open up my phone and watch on youtube how to use it. ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Saudi Arabia by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Saudi ...
Thats it! You would never get into an unmarked car alone. While he did, in a van when he was still new in the place. It's just crazy and very trusting. I'm glad he was picked up by good fellas. Read More
Driving in Saudi Arabia by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Saudi Arabia? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving ...
Before all those traffic cameras were installed, I have always said that traffic lights in Saudi Arabia were just mere suggestions. It's as if nobody would bat an eye if you ran a red light or for some reason remain stopped while the light is ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Saudi Arabia by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Saudi ...
You took a lift on a stranger's van in a strange city??? Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Saudi Arabia by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Saudi ...
OMG! they do that! My dad makes me go to STC, to money remittance centers, take out counters, and he would just be chilling like a boss in the car. 馃槀馃槀 and hey, you dont see women not allowed to drive in other parts of the world ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Saudi Arabia by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Saudi ...
I have discovered that Saudi Arabia has a very rich culture. From the religious practices and its strict observance, to the music, to their food, to how they were able to preserve wearing traditional clothing that their ancestors have also worn ... Read More
How to obtain a copy of final exit visa? by Felafel
Hi there! I'm also an expat who came back to my country of origin. I worked in ksa for two years. Before leaving the kingdom, my boss informed me that my exit visa is electronic so no need for him to give me any paper or document. I just ...
I did not find any button to click english. Read More
Best arthopedic surgon in riyadh
Dr. Maher Adeeb. Al Warood Medical Center. Olaya. 470-3355 Read More
How to obtain a copy of final exit visa? by Felafel
Hi there! I'm also an expat who came back to my country of origin. I worked in ksa for two years. Before leaving the kingdom, my boss informed me that my exit visa is electronic so no need for him to give me any paper or document. I just ...
HI! any update on this? I can't understand the mol website because it is in arabic. My company attached the visa to my passport but when the officer checked my passport, he tore it off. I thought he was supposed to take it. How can I get a copy ... Read More
What is the reputation of The Pancake House Restaurant ,Riyad,
Hi! I can't answer your questions but as far as I know there's only one pancake house in Riyadh. All your questions should easily be answered by your agency. Read More
Hairstylists from Washington dc
You can do home services. My mum calls someone to do her hair who comes to our home. But if you're new, I don't think that's gonna be safe. Read More
Where can I do a piercing in riyadh by m.Caty
hello everyone hope all doing well Where can I get a belly piercing here in Riyadh ? ????? plz hope anyone know thx
Did you push through with alshablan? How was it? And how much did it cost you? Thanks! Read More