mayhemqatar
Canadian expat in Qatar
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Registration: 14 May 2015
Enjoying the 2024 Olympics Games in Qatar by Cheryl
Hello everyone, On the occasion of the 2024 Olympic Games, we invite you to share useful advice and tips to follow this global sports event while living in Qatar. How to watch the Olympic Games live from Qatar? If live streaming is not an ...
Use BeIn or TOD to follow the games, there will be quite a lot of coverage, if you can't use BeIn use the official Olympic AppFor once the time schedule is good, only 1 hour ahead, so the timing will be very good. Read More
Education Level in International Primary Schools by cassybuff
Hello!I would like to know what children in 1. & 2. grade in international primary schools in Qatar learn.We are a Swiss/Pakistani family. Maybe we will move to Qatar in summer 2025. Our youngest son will be 4 years old in July and start ...
There is a Swiss school in Doha, so you could use this to make sure you follow the same curriculum. Read More
Is schooling free for kids and is it taught in English by Rramrattan1983
Is schooling free and taught in English
International schooling is EXPENSIVE, some more than others. Arabic public schooling is free but, from what I understand, not very good. However, I do not have personal knowledge of this, just hearsay. Read More
average time for a Qatar ID to be issued by e2sal
Anyone knows what is the average time for a Qatar ID to be issued, are we talking about a week or possibly several weeks?
good luck. Read More
average time for a Qatar ID to be issued by e2sal
Anyone knows what is the average time for a Qatar ID to be issued, are we talking about a week or possibly several weeks?
As far as I know, it is. But one thing you might need to do, depending on your profession, is obtain a police report from your home country, certified by the Qatar embassy in your home country before coming, as it may be required for some ... Read More
average time for a Qatar ID to be issued by e2sal
Anyone knows what is the average time for a Qatar ID to be issued, are we talking about a week or possibly several weeks?
After your arrival with a work visa, it will take about 1 week to 10 days to do the fingerprints and the medical, if nothing comes out.Hope this helps Read More
Adopting a pet in Qatar by Lo茂c
Hello, Are you a dog or a cat person? A pet can add life to a home and make an ideal travel companion during your expatriation in Qatar. However, formalities or regulations might put you off traveling with your pet making adoption a better ...
There are no rules or regulations in Qatar for having a pet, from the gold fish to the tiger. But for us usual humans, I recommend the normal, chipping and yearly vaccination. there are however rules about shipping your animal back, but these are ... Read More
Just for fun: How well do you know Qatar?
Hello everyone, We would like to invite you to take part in a knowledge test based on Qatar. Find a few questions below: 1. What is the capital city or administrative capital of Qatar? Doha 2. What currency is used in Qatar? Qatari Riyal 3. ... Read More
Living with a doggie in Doha - Walking Spots by Lizounne
Hi All, It's been now one month that i have adopted a dog from a shelter in Doha. Life with a dog here is very different from what you can have in europe in many ways but, the love that the animal is giving you 100% worth it. I was wondering ...
Accommodation can be provided by the various vets in town, also the Furrr camp in the pearl has good facilities Read More
Separate sponsors for couple
Yes. But very often the companies do not like to do that, because of the loss of a visa quota, and the rules with respect to housing, and other allowances and benefits. But a man can be under the sponsorship of his wife or vise versa. Hope this ... Read More
Registering a birth in Qatar by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Have you had to or are you going to register a birth in Qatar? What was the experience like? Who is required to register the birth, and where? Can it be either the mother or father? What documents are usually required in ...
Have you had to or are you going to register a birth in Qatar? What was the experience like? If you give birth at Hamad Hospital, then the issuance of the Birth Certificate is automatic. Otherwise, the hospital will give you a form that you will ... Read More
How does a Canadian male Muslim marry a Christian lady in Doha, Qatar? by K8Bound
Dear All: I am a Canadian citizen and I am now living and working in Doha, Qatar. My fianc茅e is a British national who is now living and working in Kuwait. She plans to live in Qatar as soon as we are married in Qatar. I want our marriage ...
I had the marriage certificate certified by the embassy and the foreign ministry here. There was no problem with respect to the difference in religions Read More
Naturalisation and citizenship in Qatar by Bhavna
Hello everyone, What are the requirements for acquiring citizenship in Qatar? For example, length of residence, language requirements, employment etc.. What formalities are involved in the process? What is the policy on dual-citizenship in ...
Naturalisation in Qatar is almost impossible, expect if you are a special high power athlete and that would be only for the period of your athletic career. Read More
London to Doha. I need your advice please. Am I crazy? by Steptronic
Hi everyone. I'm new to this forum and it seems like a great resource. So I wanted to run my plans past you experienced expats to sense check and see what your thoughts are. Am I thinking correctly or do you have different opinions? Let me ...
The Pearl is good except for the traffic jams in mornings and afternoons. It should be better by year end. Read More
Bank account with tourist visa by Salmanfarisnazzar
Hi all I currently work in qatar and i have been offered another job in qatar. Due to the confusion tat still prevails with NOC and stuff, the new company has offered to hire me with business visa. Is it possible to open a bank account with ...
Only a Saving account with a debit card, no credit card and no cheques Read More
Do we need to have residency in order to rent an apartment ?
The major problem with renting is the fact that you need to deposit rent checks in advance, and you can't have a chequing account without an ID. So you have 2 solutions, one is to arrange with the real estate agent or the landlord to accept a ... Read More
European in Qatar
There are no problems with respect to language, everyone you will deal with speaks English. Qatar is NOT Saudi!!! Women are very free to go and do what they want, within the limit of decorum (Don't go and run down the street shirtless). However, ... Read More
London to Doha. I need your advice please. Am I crazy? by Steptronic
Hi everyone. I'm new to this forum and it seems like a great resource. So I wanted to run my plans past you experienced expats to sense check and see what your thoughts are. Am I thinking correctly or do you have different opinions? Let me ...
This looks good. The Pearl is nice, especially if you are with your wife and more permanent, (I live there). However I would suggest that you look at the Kempinski serviced accommodation or something similar in the down town for short term ... Read More
Vaping - Ecigs
From what I heard you should be able to bring your own but there are no shops, so you should bring your own supply or make your own here. But I stand to be corrected as I am not a user. Hope this helps Read More
Relocating your pet to Doha, Qatar by Deshka
Hello All, I have accepted a job in Qatar and intend on relocating my pet there. I need some advise and contact details of the following: Pet friendly accommodation? Can a dog stay on a balcony? Do dogs survive the heat? Where can I find dog food ...
With respect to the food, I met the owner of a new gromming center in the pearl and he told me that he will be bringing high quality food for dogs and cats. I don't know what he will have, but it will be worth looking into it. Read More
Relocating your pet to Doha, Qatar by Deshka
Hello All, I have accepted a job in Qatar and intend on relocating my pet there. I need some advise and contact details of the following: Pet friendly accommodation? Can a dog stay on a balcony? Do dogs survive the heat? Where can I find dog food ...
Royal canin is available. I know that Whiskas is low quality. But I thought that Iams was considered medical grade. This is why I mentioned that all qualities are available. Anyway if you go to the Qatar veterinary website you can see what they ... Read More
Relocating your pet to Doha, Qatar by Deshka
Hello All, I have accepted a job in Qatar and intend on relocating my pet there. I need some advise and contact details of the following: Pet friendly accommodation? Can a dog stay on a balcony? Do dogs survive the heat? Where can I find dog food ...
Usually pets are only allowed as special cargo. Check with the airline about the cost and procedures. With respect to food, you can find all type. From wiskat to Iams. So that is not a problem. Good luck. Read More
Biking in Doha by Rania Moufti
Hello all, I have extensively searched the web trying to reach correct and updated info regarding cycling areas and bike rentals in Doha but no use. so could any one kindly help me on the below: - is it allowed to bike at Doha Corniche? I have ...
Bike racks are available at GoSport in Villago.Maybe also in the City Center one. Read More
medical treatment in the private sector
You can also use the Ministry of Economy and Commerce (MEC) call center 16001 Read More
How good is the offer
The breakdown between basic and allowances is normal, however the basic is usually about 60% of the overall package. The reason they do this is because the end of service is calculated on the basic not the package. so they reduce their costs. Now ... Read More
Relocating your pet to Doha, Qatar by Deshka
Hello All, I have accepted a job in Qatar and intend on relocating my pet there. I need some advise and contact details of the following: Pet friendly accommodation? Can a dog stay on a balcony? Do dogs survive the heat? Where can I find dog food ...
You can go to the Qatar veterinary center website. It has lots of information about relocation of pets. My dog survives the heat, sort of. You may wish to make allowances with cooling jackets, socks, lots of water for the walks. There is a lot of ... Read More
Living with a doggie in Doha - Walking Spots by Lizounne
Hi All, It's been now one month that i have adopted a dog from a shelter in Doha. Life with a dog here is very different from what you can have in europe in many ways but, the love that the animal is giving you 100% worth it. I was wondering ...
Most of the accommodation are pet friendly. If you can try to find in the Pearl especially Qanat Quartier or the villas. Good pet food is available in most grocery chains and at the vets. I am using medicated food for my dog. For the heat it can ... Read More
Environmental protection in Qatar
Please contact the Qatar Green Building Council at info@qgbc.org.qa for information and to see all that is being done in Qatar with respect to Green infrastructure. Best Regards Read More
Canadian RN new Sidra ! by Zahraab
Hi everyone! Im a canadian RN with 4,5 years obstetrics experience who have been working in a teaching and research center. Profco (agency recruitment) contact me a while ago for a position at the new Sidra research center that will open I think ...
That is not a problem if your husband is Canadian. However Sidra might not pay for the extra hotel costs if the housing is not yet ready. Make sure you have all of the required documents and that they are certified by the Canadian Office of ... Read More
Living with a doggie in Doha - Walking Spots by Lizounne
Hi All, It's been now one month that i have adopted a dog from a shelter in Doha. Life with a dog here is very different from what you can have in europe in many ways but, the love that the animal is giving you 100% worth it. I was wondering ...
Once you get a 4x4 car you can go to Zikreet. I used to go to Wakrah, but I don't think it is still open. There are some beaches in Thakhera also. The best way is to ask your vet. Good luck. Read More
Living with a doggie in Doha - Walking Spots by Lizounne
Hi All, It's been now one month that i have adopted a dog from a shelter in Doha. Life with a dog here is very different from what you can have in europe in many ways but, the love that the animal is giving you 100% worth it. I was wondering ...
Thank you for adopting a shelter dog. It depends where you live. I am in The Pearl and there are many places to walk there. Also there are some beaches, and of course the desert. As far as coffee shops, that is a no no. You will not find any place. ... Read More
Why are Nigerians VISA rejected?
There are, from time to time, general bans on some nationalities. I understand that the Nigerian government here and in Abuja are trying to resolve this issue with Qatar. The problem is that many Nigerian have abused the hospitality that Qatar had ... Read More
Doha- female interior design architect for a 5500QR Salary- Deal? by TheDidicka
Hello everyone, I'm 24 years old, from Serbia. I ll be in Qatar in a month as I signed job offer for a new interior design company located in Al Saad. I have no professional experience. My salary will be 5500QR per month, with payed ...
As stated above, this is a good entry level. The Health Care is a problem as they will not be providing you with private health care. This will mean that you will be provided with decent public care but limited to sickness only and no eyes or ... Read More
How does a Canadian male Muslim marry a Christian lady in Doha, Qatar? by K8Bound
Dear All: I am a Canadian citizen and I am now living and working in Doha, Qatar. My fianc茅e is a British national who is now living and working in Kuwait. She plans to live in Qatar as soon as we are married in Qatar. I want our marriage ...
I am a Canadian Muslim and married to a Christian and have had no problems registering my marriage certificate here and having my marriage recognized in Qatar. I have been here since 2003. However, as stated by people above, it would be much easier ... Read More
about my offer as general practitioner in qatar by rajputpp
hi.. i am dr.pankaj mbbs doctor from indiai am new to gorup . just got offer from ministry of health qatar as general practitioner in doha qatar. they offered me 12000QR as basic salary +free furnished accomodation+school fee reimburment+food& ...
The offer is good, especially if they pay for housing, schooling and transport. However saving 9,00 QAR out of a 12,000 QAR a month maybe tight but possible. It will all depends on your spending habits. Read More