rabdcd
Scottish expat in Kuwait
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Registration: 02 March 2015
hi how do kuwaitis treat indians by Murale
Hello Recently iam offered a university job in kuwait, Iam an Indian educated in Europe and i heard Kuwaiti , do not respect Indians and man handles them . after hearing this iam scared to take up job offer. any reflections .Secondly does ...
This is a very strange question because not all kuwati people are the same and there are good and bad people everywhere. Kuwait is not perfect but where is Kuwait is expensive by where isn鈥檛 I say better put your fears to the side and try ... Read More
Restoring order on Kuwait roads by Ribosom
I am so looking forward to see this law properly implemented. I have a trace of hope as they mention camera systems getting installed in patrol cars. Fingers crossed, as the jungle mentality on the roads is my top issue in Kuwait [b]by ...
Quite a funny post... I don鈥檛 think anyone actually expected anything would change鈥� Read More
Traffic in Kuwait by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Which city or area do you live in in Kuwait, and how do you find the traffic? How long does it take to commute to work or run errands? Is there a rush hour in your city? What times of the day would you recommend people to ...
Kuwait has serious traffick problems and as far as I can see no long term urban planning there is no real bus system no trains no trams insufficient parking and very limited attention to the traffic laws however this is all attributable to the ... Read More
Latest Traffic Saga by SportsMan
Very interesting article: and all fine and dandy if it happens. I am all for conequences: You break the law, you pay. Simples. But I am all for the law to be equal for everyone as well. Pity I counted 4 on their mobile phones this morning on ...
I think the article pretty much summarises Kuwait action and reaction punishment for expatriates and wasta for citizens. However it鈥檚 would be grossly unfair to say that only Kuwaiti drivers are breaking the traffic laws because everyday I see ... Read More
Organic by Blythe M
Is it easy enough to get fresh organic produce in Kuwait?
I also spent a lot of time on the Saudi\Bahrain causeway to buy groceries that simply couldn't be bought in Saudi so I understand completely your concern. Kuwait is a small country and whilst there is an abundance of food its all imported and ... Read More
Organic by Blythe M
Is it easy enough to get fresh organic produce in Kuwait?
The supermarket is still there however don't read too much into the name its just another store and nothing special. As a Vegan I am constantly on the look out for whole organically grown certified food and whilst its possible its very random ... Read More
Organic by Blythe M
Is it easy enough to get fresh organic produce in Kuwait?
Fresh.organic whole food is difficult and the supply is unreliable and expensive. Be careful of American fruit and vegetable imports because 90% is GMO which for the most part is not permitted to be sold in Europe. Read More
Pollution Reaching Disastrous Proportions by rabdcd
I went for a walk to the beach yesterday and frankly what I saw gave me little hope for humanity so I wasn't surprised to read the below article in the news paper today - Its very disturbing to see reading and yes governments need to make ...
Government needs to do something about the big industry but people can do so much. The trash empty cans and bottles cardboard coffee cups etc. lying around is the result of lazy people who can't be bothered to take their own trash and place it ... Read More
Pollution Reaching Disastrous Proportions
I went for a walk to the beach yesterday and frankly what I saw gave me little hope for humanity so I wasn't surprised to read the below article in the news paper today - Its very disturbing to see reading and yes governments need to make ... Read More
What to expect when moving to Kuwait by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Kuwait? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
I found and still find the bureaucracy to be awful and in many cases nonsensical for example a person might have been driving his/her whole life but can't have a driving license unless they have a university education. I find the traffic and ... Read More
Learn to drive from scratch in Kuwait
Can anyone recommend a driving instructor who can teach my wife to drive from scratch. My wife has never driven in her life and wants to drive. An intense course of lessons 4 or 6 hours a day for as long as it take would be ideal. We would prefer a ... Read More
Kuwaits Deteriorating Roads
Has anybody noticed how bad the roads have become over the last year I mean the 30 has been stripped of ashphalt for a long time I'm already on my 3rd new windscreen in 6 months from the loose stones sent flying by the turbo lane drivers and the ... Read More
Building Safety
Thank goodness its doesn't rain too much馃槚 We are the first family to move into a new building of 16 apartments the owner has spent money of that I'm sure but the build quality it's unbelievably bad the AC didn't work in the ... Read More
Building Safety
I have tried to discuss many times even gone formal in writing but seems like the landlords have all the rights and most probably we will move when the lease expires. It's such a shame to think for the cost of a few smoke alarms the landlord ... Read More
Building Safety
My family live in a new building and I am constantly aware that there is no provision for fire detection or any means to fight a fire. The owner of the building locks the main door at night and in the event we had to get out there is no panic bar so ... Read More
Groceries for a family of 4 in kuwait by modab
Hi all, How much can i expect to spend on groceries for a family of 4 in kuwait? I am married with a 5 year old son and a 1 year old daughter and also where do i shop to get the best value for money? Thank you.
I have to apologise I have quoted KD instead of pounds sterling. Mostly shopping in LuLu however have tried all he major stores and feel they all cost around the same it's a matter of different brands. Read More
Been offered a job need advice by zda84
Hi I've been offered a teaching job but my concern is I won't be able to afford to live especially as I have three children and they will only pay 50% school fees. I don't know what the school fees are and what the cost of living will be ...
Personally I don't think it's enough and I advise you think long and hard and don't listen to the sales pitch. If you come to another country to work you should at least be able to save some money and have spare money to enjoy the ... Read More
1900kd salary by modab
Hi all, Just moved to kuwait and have an offer with a salary of 1900kd all inclusive of rent, transport etc. i am married and have a 5 year old son and a 1 year old daughter, is this salary good enough to be able to send my son to a private school ...
I guess when 1900kd is show at over 50k pounds a year it's a nice salary however apart from petrol Kuwait is very expensive and after the ever increasing rent is deducted followed by television telephone and Internet it's another chunk ... Read More
Important Concerns for all of us.-Please give your valuable remarks by msax2001in
Hi Friends, Wanted to share some concern with all of you and need your input on the same, I am in process to move to Kuwait with family soon but every day some news about falling Crude Oil prices and there effects on economy is worrying me. Even ...
Also considering Kuwait is hugely expensive With the most basic slum costing 300KD traffic is horrendous and it's possible to really struggle in Kuwaiti Read More
Looking for transport Shuwaikh to Mangaf by JudyeBorges
Hi I'm moving to Kuwait and I'm trying to find a ride from work to home, Shuwaikh to Mangaf at 5pm. Happy to pay for the service. Anyone working in Shuwaikh can you please contact me. Thanks heaps
Take the bus its virtually free Read More
Good Salary for Oracle professional in IT in Kuwait by ataneja7
Hi Folks, I would appreciate if some one can guide me on Good Salary for Oracle professional in IT in Kuwait having 5 years of experience. and what all other facilities can i look for from my employer Thanks,Ajay
Don't accept less than 3000KD housing and medical insurance Read More
Essentials to live in Kuwait
I find Kuwait very frustrating in so much as you can find most everything but never where you expect to find them and never will you find all your needs in one place and the shops are inconsistent for example I like a particular brand of coffee and ... Read More
Groceries for a family of 4 in kuwait by modab
Hi all, How much can i expect to spend on groceries for a family of 4 in kuwait? I am married with a 5 year old son and a 1 year old daughter and also where do i shop to get the best value for money? Thank you.
I have 2 children and spend around 200 to 300 KD a week Kuwait is very expensive Read More
Been offered a job need advice by zda84
Hi I've been offered a teaching job but my concern is I won't be able to afford to live especially as I have three children and they will only pay 50% school fees. I don't know what the school fees are and what the cost of living will be ...
Don't accept its not enough you need minimum wage of 3000 KD plus housing and insurance do not come for less you will not survive Read More
1900kd salary by modab
Hi all, Just moved to kuwait and have an offer with a salary of 1900kd all inclusive of rent, transport etc. i am married and have a 5 year old son and a 1 year old daughter, is this salary good enough to be able to send my son to a private school ...
It's enough if you want to scrape a living, rent a slum and watch every coin you spend. Kuwait is the most expensive Gulf Country and 1900 KD will not go far. Don't listen to any one telling you it's enough believe me it's slave wages Read More
Moving to Kuwait? by Krasi_21
Hello people, I am considering moving to Kuwait. I currently live in london, I am qualified accountant with three years UK practice experience. I have offer of 600KD per month, free travel to/from work, free accommodation and free ticket to home ...
You will be crazy to accept that money furthermore I wouldn't like to think what kind of slum your employer would be renting for you if he's so generous with the salary - don't dream to accept less than 1200 KD a month Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Kuwait 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 Kuwait. What is ...
After years working in Saudi Arabia I thought in terms of openness Kuwait would be a step forward... I was wrong Kuwait for all its wealth is actually more repressive than Saudi with crazy rules related to driving I mean come on expats need a degree ... Read More
Healthcare in Kuwait by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Kuwait ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Kuwait? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
Kuwait is really the bottom of the barrel in every sense of the word and my honest advise is don't go to Kuwait unless it's an absolute must and don't dream to go without private health insurance. The public sector is 3rd world in fact I ... Read More
Need Advice Urgently - is 1000KD a good offer? by balagi084
Dear All, I am planing to relocate from myanmar to Kuwait. I am an Electrical Design Engineer with 7 years of experience in Electrical Switchgear Industry. I got job offer from IEPC Kuwait.They offered me 1000 KD inclusive of all. is it sufficient ...
To donnabellakw Today 10:47:31 Thanks for the advise I decided the salary wasn't worth the aggravation and depart at the end of the month and your right there will always be someone else in the revolving doors of Kuwait which is on the verge of ... Read More
Need Advice Urgently - is 1000KD a good offer? by balagi084
Dear All, I am planing to relocate from myanmar to Kuwait. I am an Electrical Design Engineer with 7 years of experience in Electrical Switchgear Industry. I got job offer from IEPC Kuwait.They offered me 1000 KD inclusive of all. is it sufficient ...
To donnabellakw Today 10:47:31 "you are out of Number, if u faced problems in Kuwait, that is because of u , lot of people paying money to come Kuwait" Please elaborate why you think the problems I face in Kuwait are because on me???? I ... Read More
If Kuwait needs expats why does the system not support them
Been only a short time in Kuwait and must say I am seriously disappointed it seems that the industry needs workers and the authorities do everything possible to make it difficult. It took 3 months for my civil ID to be issued and for the last 2 ... Read More
Need Advice Urgently - is 1000KD a good offer? by balagi084
Dear All, I am planing to relocate from myanmar to Kuwait. I am an Electrical Design Engineer with 7 years of experience in Electrical Switchgear Industry. I got job offer from IEPC Kuwait.They offered me 1000 KD inclusive of all. is it sufficient ...
My advise is stay away from Kuwait ......... It's very expensive seriously expensive It's difficult dealing with visas after 5 months my family are not able to mobilise last time the reason the visa was reject was the passport expires ... Read More
Diabetic Care
Ribosom thank you very much for the promt reply and I will start looking now at the Dasman Institute Read More
Diabetic Care
I would appreciate any help from the expat community on this one. I am a type one diabetic recently arrived in Kuwait and would appreciate if someone could point me in the right direction of a good government diabetic clinic Many Thanks Robert Read More