LittleHeart
American looking for information about Saudi Arabia
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Registration: 08 July 2015
Pinto beans :)
Any grocery stores here that sell pinto beans raw? Lulu nor mega mart has them... Are they available in Bahrain? Thanks :) Read More
Transferring work visa, need help
He won't give consent so then the government won't refund him and I have to? Thanks so much for your help Read More
Transferring work visa, need help
So if I get a new job the new employer will pay these fees or will the government reimburse my former boss?? Or do I have to pay anythig? If I pay what exactly am I paying like LMRA fees or visa fees? And what's the average amount for a 2 year ... Read More
Transferring work visa, need help
Hi guys I have a question and I hope someone can help :) I'm new to Bahrain, I have a job, an employment visa, and a CPR; however, I want to change jobs for a few big reasons. So my current boss included in the contract i signed that if I quit ... Read More
Visit visa for children and mother with US passport?
Hi I have a CPR and valid work visa for Bahrain. How can I sponsor my mother and child to visit me? I do not want them to get a CPR nor do they intend to stay more than 2 months. We are all US citizens with US passports. I heard you have to make at ... Read More
EWA query by LittleHeart
Today I got the EWA form and I came to know that I have to fill in electricity meter number and reading and also water meter number and reading on the EWA form. However, when I visited and looked at the meters I got electricity meter number but no ...
Thanks for the replies guys. Just to update on the forum, at EWA centre they didn't asked me for the water and electricity meter reading and processed my paper. Thanks Read More
EWA office locations and Aveo Car by LittleHeart
I have 2 queries for the forum, looking for the electricity connection for my newly acquired home, where is the EWA office nearby to tubli and second I'm getting a good deal for Aveo car 2013 model, just sceptical about why the cost is so low ?? ...
What has the reliability to do with shape and colours ;) Read More
EWA query by LittleHeart
Today I got the EWA form and I came to know that I have to fill in electricity meter number and reading and also water meter number and reading on the EWA form. However, when I visited and looked at the meters I got electricity meter number but no ...
How about helping here only so that others in the same situation can also have your amazing Help :) Read More
EWA query by LittleHeart
Today I got the EWA form and I came to know that I have to fill in electricity meter number and reading and also water meter number and reading on the EWA form. However, when I visited and looked at the meters I got electricity meter number but no ...
And I don't know if there wud be some Asians at the counter !! Read More
EWA query by LittleHeart
Today I got the EWA form and I came to know that I have to fill in electricity meter number and reading and also water meter number and reading on the EWA form. However, when I visited and looked at the meters I got electricity meter number but no ...
Thanks guys. By the way I'm still trying to figure out how to put in those details in the EWA from. Waiting for some exact details :) Read More
EWA office locations and Aveo Car by LittleHeart
I have 2 queries for the forum, looking for the electricity connection for my newly acquired home, where is the EWA office nearby to tubli and second I'm getting a good deal for Aveo car 2013 model, just sceptical about why the cost is so low ?? ...
I was and always a big fan of camero :) Read More
EWA query by LittleHeart
Today I got the EWA form and I came to know that I have to fill in electricity meter number and reading and also water meter number and reading on the EWA form. However, when I visited and looked at the meters I got electricity meter number but no ...
Thanks for the info, but unfortunately both are useless !! As I'm not getting proper info from either of them. Read More
EWA office locations and Aveo Car by LittleHeart
I have 2 queries for the forum, looking for the electricity connection for my newly acquired home, where is the EWA office nearby to tubli and second I'm getting a good deal for Aveo car 2013 model, just sceptical about why the cost is so low ?? ...
Thanks guys for the info. Really appreciate that :) Read More
EWA query
Today I got the EWA form and I came to know that I have to fill in electricity meter number and reading and also water meter number and reading on the EWA form. However, when I visited and looked at the meters I got electricity meter number but no ... Read More
EWA office locations and Aveo Car by LittleHeart
I have 2 queries for the forum, looking for the electricity connection for my newly acquired home, where is the EWA office nearby to tubli and second I'm getting a good deal for Aveo car 2013 model, just sceptical about why the cost is so low ?? ...
Thanks for the info. Do you mind giving me the coordinates of EWA office at isa town !! Thanks :) Read More
EWA office locations and Aveo Car by LittleHeart
I have 2 queries for the forum, looking for the electricity connection for my newly acquired home, where is the EWA office nearby to tubli and second I'm getting a good deal for Aveo car 2013 model, just sceptical about why the cost is so low ?? ...
Thanks, Mujtaba19 for the info. Still waiting for some info on Aveo cars from other members as I have to decide about it in few days. :) Read More
EWA office locations and Aveo Car
I have 2 queries for the forum, looking for the electricity connection for my newly acquired home, where is the EWA office nearby to tubli and second I'm getting a good deal for Aveo car 2013 model, just sceptical about why the cost is so low ?? ... Read More
LMRA photo
Hi guys, I got my residence permit in my passport today but tomorrow I need to visit LMRA to do thumb printing. Will I need to bring photos with me or will they take my photo there? And then how long after giving thumb prints will i be requested to ... Read More
Safely mailing packages
What's the safest way to mail items from the USA to bahrain? I'm talking like large boxes weighing 20 lbs and at least 4 of them. ..thanks 馃槉 Read More
Isa town
Hi everyone :) Does anyone have a general idea about the cost of rent specifically in Isa town? I'm single and looking for a studio or 1 bedroom. Thanks 馃槉 Read More
Extending tourist visa by LittleHeart
Hi again, im an american citizen currently in Bahrain on a 2 week tourist visa. Whats the procedure to extend my visa? I called the NPRA multiple times but no one answers, is that where i need to go? Thank you
Great, I'm going today. Thank you :) Read More
Extending tourist visa
Hi again, im an american citizen currently in Bahrain on a 2 week tourist visa. Whats the procedure to extend my visa? I called the NPRA multiple times but no one answers, is that where i need to go? Thank you Read More
Suggestions for temporary housing by LittleHeart
Hi :) I need suggestions for affordable temporary accommodations, only for 2-3 months. I searched the forum and found 2 facilities that people recommended (One Pavilion and Fontana Tower) Does anyone know of other places that will allow short term ...
i will need my own place, but thank you for the suggestion :) Read More
Suggestions for temporary housing by LittleHeart
Hi :) I need suggestions for affordable temporary accommodations, only for 2-3 months. I searched the forum and found 2 facilities that people recommended (One Pavilion and Fontana Tower) Does anyone know of other places that will allow short term ...
Any suggestions? Everywhere I contact its been pretty steep prices, 700BHD -1500BHD monthly.... Just need a studio or 1 bedroom furnished for 3 months at the beginning of 2016... Thanks for any help :) Read More
Suggestions for temporary housing by LittleHeart
Hi :) I need suggestions for affordable temporary accommodations, only for 2-3 months. I searched the forum and found 2 facilities that people recommended (One Pavilion and Fontana Tower) Does anyone know of other places that will allow short term ...
I contacted Fraser Suites and they said the lowest price they have for a one bedroom for 28 days is 1260 BHD. :( I think my budget is around 220 BHD. I just sent a message to Seef Residence and One Pavilion :) Thanks again! Read More
Visit Visa extensions by LittleHeart
hi, i have a question :) I'm aware an American can only get a 3 month tourist visa to Bahrain and can only stay 2 weeks at a time in the country. But i was wondering how difficult is it to extend the 2 week stay for another 2 weeks? and whats ...
Oh, I was under the impression I could extend the visa at least once after the 28 days are up without having to leave and reenter Spend a fortune on the trips ill have to take to exit and reenter you mean? Thank you again for your help :) Read More
Suggestions for temporary housing
Hi :) I need suggestions for affordable temporary accommodations, only for 2-3 months. I searched the forum and found 2 facilities that people recommended (One Pavilion and Fontana Tower) Does anyone know of other places that will allow short term ... Read More
Visit Visa extensions by LittleHeart
hi, i have a question :) I'm aware an American can only get a 3 month tourist visa to Bahrain and can only stay 2 weeks at a time in the country. But i was wondering how difficult is it to extend the 2 week stay for another 2 weeks? and whats ...
Thank you both so much!!!!!! I'm gonna try for a 5 year visa and extend it once (twice max). Any idea how many times you're allowed to extend it without requiring to leave the country and reenter? Thank you so much again :) Read More
temporary CPR by live.ali
dear expats, I am posting this on behalf of a friend of mine. My friend has received a letter from the northern area municipality of Bahrain. he has been told he can get a CPR number with the letter. Question is what benefits does the temporary ...
what if youre not workign in Saudi and just a US citizen in the US trying to come to Bahrain? Read More
temporary CPR by live.ali
dear expats, I am posting this on behalf of a friend of mine. My friend has received a letter from the northern area municipality of Bahrain. he has been told he can get a CPR number with the letter. Question is what benefits does the temporary ...
this was so helpful!! thank you for posting this live.ali!! Read More
Visa renewal by missmash
Hi all, Wanted to find out how many times a British citizen can leave the country in order to get another three month visa stamp? I have already left the country once and wondered if there was a limit to the number of times i can keep going in ...
can the same be applied to an American? can an american buy a 3 month visit visa, stay the 2 weeks allowed, extend for another 2 weeks without exiting, then leave for a day or weekend and come back and reoeat it again? basically staying a month, ... Read More
Visit Visa extensions
hi, i have a question :) I'm aware an American can only get a 3 month tourist visa to Bahrain and can only stay 2 weeks at a time in the country. But i was wondering how difficult is it to extend the 2 week stay for another 2 weeks? and whats ... Read More
Classes for kids in Riyadh by hilidelavega
[color=#A98FB7]Hi .. :) I want to register my daughter (4 years old) in any class such as art/craft, dancing, music instruments or swimming, can't find any in Riyadh. Can anyone help?[/color]
Ok, to those whom I messaged, they can share the info if they want.thanks saimans :) Read More
Classes for kids in Riyadh by hilidelavega
[color=#A98FB7]Hi .. :) I want to register my daughter (4 years old) in any class such as art/craft, dancing, music instruments or swimming, can't find any in Riyadh. Can anyone help?[/color]
Oh sweetheart, oops I mean littleheart, as already told that I'm not here to promote any guys for classes as I'm not affiliated with them and for them it's business, also it's against the EB rules to promote any such thing. Am I ... Read More
Classes for kids in Riyadh by hilidelavega
[color=#A98FB7]Hi .. :) I want to register my daughter (4 years old) in any class such as art/craft, dancing, music instruments or swimming, can't find any in Riyadh. Can anyone help?[/color]
thats okay, i think instead of Private messaging each other, why not put the name of the school in the forum to help others :) Read More
Classes for kids in Riyadh by hilidelavega
[color=#A98FB7]Hi .. :) I want to register my daughter (4 years old) in any class such as art/craft, dancing, music instruments or swimming, can't find any in Riyadh. Can anyone help?[/color]
Have sent you the text !! :)why not post the name of the facility on the forum and people can google the phone number instead of PMing :) thats more helpful Read More
question about work visa
Hi all :) How long did it take to see any status regarding your work visa on the LMRA website after submitting documents to your employer? For me it still says "record does not exist" Thank you for any info! :D Read More
City Resort in Tubli by LittleHeart
Hi :) Does anyone have any information about Tubli City Resort? I'm interested in renting a one bedroom there but can't seem to find a proper website or phone number when I google it! Thanks for any help :)
Thanks Any info on cost or the number to the front office? Read More
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
I saw some on amazon.com :) Read More
City Resort in Tubli
Hi :) Does anyone have any information about Tubli City Resort? I'm interested in renting a one bedroom there but can't seem to find a proper website or phone number when I google it! Thanks for any help :) Read More
Any Haunted Houses or Ghost Stories in Bahrain ;) by blitzerr77
Well .. Just searching for something interesting . Every place has some of those . Dont mind sharing if you had came across any here . Though I think its unlikely . Bahrain is too small and hot for Ghosts to survive . ;)
Europe has so many haunted places, would be so cool to go on a ghost hunt tour there :D Read More
Looking for help regarding the medical testing requirements by LittleHeart
Hi all!! :cheers: I recently accepted a marketing job and before my employer can apply for my employment visa I need to complete some medical tests but I had a couple of questions: 1. I am required to get testing done at a GAMCA approved facility; ...
are the reports my doctors signed and handed me enough or am i supposed to get some special documents? my employer didnt mention anything specific... thanks for any help Read More
Any Haunted Houses or Ghost Stories in Bahrain ;) by blitzerr77
Well .. Just searching for something interesting . Every place has some of those . Dont mind sharing if you had came across any here . Though I think its unlikely . Bahrain is too small and hot for Ghosts to survive . ;)
Haha I love being scared and hearing ghost stories :) Read More
Looking for help regarding the medical testing requirements by LittleHeart
Hi all!! :cheers: I recently accepted a marketing job and before my employer can apply for my employment visa I need to complete some medical tests but I had a couple of questions: 1. I am required to get testing done at a GAMCA approved facility; ...
I didn't get anything stamped, I just got the paper reports signed by the doctors... I had to go to multiple facilities because I couldn't find one that would complete all the testing I needed :( also my employer said she wont reimburse ... Read More
Looking for help regarding the medical testing requirements by LittleHeart
Hi all!! :cheers: I recently accepted a marketing job and before my employer can apply for my employment visa I need to complete some medical tests but I had a couple of questions: 1. I am required to get testing done at a GAMCA approved facility; ...
Thanks for all the replies! :) I finally got most of my medical/lab reports back, do I have to email them to the employer or is there some necessary format I need to follow? How does the employer send the reports to the labour ministry? Thanks ... Read More
Filipina looking for female friends by litte_20
Hi, I've been here for 1 month and a half. I'm looking for female friends...
I'll be in Bahrain soon :) Read More
Hindi Teacher
Hi! I know this might get moved to classifieds but I really need a Hindi teacher in Bahrain! A female only and I want to learn serious conversational Hindi. Thank you for any responses or info :) Read More
Looking for help regarding the medical testing requirements by LittleHeart
Hi all!! :cheers: I recently accepted a marketing job and before my employer can apply for my employment visa I need to complete some medical tests but I had a couple of questions: 1. I am required to get testing done at a GAMCA approved facility; ...
Saimans was correct, my boss said any clinic will be sufficient :) thanks to all who replied Read More
Questions about GAMCA clinics and med testing by LittleHeart
Looking for help regarding the medical testing requirements Hi all!! I recently accepted a marketing job and before my employer can apply for my employment visa I need to complete some medical tests but I had a couple of questions: 1. I am ...
Thank you so much for the info XTang! :) I think I need to call my employer Sunday and sort this out. I'd rather they just choose a facility to avoid any future issues :) Read More
Looking for help regarding the medical testing requirements by LittleHeart
Hi all!! :cheers: I recently accepted a marketing job and before my employer can apply for my employment visa I need to complete some medical tests but I had a couple of questions: 1. I am required to get testing done at a GAMCA approved facility; ...
Thank you so much!!!! So it's not quite as easy as I had hoped! I'm going to have to get ahold of my employer tomorrow then and get answers. Again, thank you! :) Read More
Looking for help regarding the medical testing requirements by LittleHeart
Hi all!! :cheers: I recently accepted a marketing job and before my employer can apply for my employment visa I need to complete some medical tests but I had a couple of questions: 1. I am required to get testing done at a GAMCA approved facility; ...
As soon as next week! I think Saimans is correct regarding GAMCA so I'm going to pick a clinic by tomorrow and make my appointment :) Read More
Looking for help regarding the medical testing requirements by LittleHeart
Hi all!! :cheers: I recently accepted a marketing job and before my employer can apply for my employment visa I need to complete some medical tests but I had a couple of questions: 1. I am required to get testing done at a GAMCA approved facility; ...
:) lol Thank you for this information. So I guess there are no official GAMCA approved clinics in the US .. I hope someone on the forum can help. its been difficult to get a response from my employer Read More
Looking for help regarding the medical testing requirements by LittleHeart
Hi all!! :cheers: I recently accepted a marketing job and before my employer can apply for my employment visa I need to complete some medical tests but I had a couple of questions: 1. I am required to get testing done at a GAMCA approved facility; ...
Thank you so much for this information. I'm still trying to find a GAMCA approved clinic in the US asap Read More
Questions about GAMCA clinics and med testing by LittleHeart
Looking for help regarding the medical testing requirements Hi all!! I recently accepted a marketing job and before my employer can apply for my employment visa I need to complete some medical tests but I had a couple of questions: 1. I am ...
thank you so much Lhulu :) i'll keep trying to get my employer to respond Read More
Looking for help regarding the medical testing requirements by LittleHeart
Hi all!! :cheers: I recently accepted a marketing job and before my employer can apply for my employment visa I need to complete some medical tests but I had a couple of questions: 1. I am required to get testing done at a GAMCA approved facility; ...
my guesstimate is in around 8 weeks maximum! but i really need to figure out about the GAMCA approved clinics in my city :) Read More
Questions about GAMCA clinics and med testing
Looking for help regarding the medical testing requirements Hi all!! I recently accepted a marketing job and before my employer can apply for my employment visa I need to complete some medical tests but I had a couple of questions: 1. I am ... Read More
Looking for help regarding the medical testing requirements
Hi all!! :cheers: I recently accepted a marketing job and before my employer can apply for my employment visa I need to complete some medical tests but I had a couple of questions: 1. I am required to get testing done at a GAMCA approved facility; ... Read More