veeraj.john
Indian expat in Bahrain
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About me
Indian
Speaks English, Hindi, Konkani, Kannada, Tulu
Registration: 12 April 2018
Airplanes landing/touchdown view
Hey guys..Anybody knows of this location from where you can see the planes landing?Had heard about such a spot from someone.. somewhere in galali/samaheej. Read More
How long will take cancelling a Bahrain work visa ?? by Rajeev rajeev
How long will take for an employer to cancell Bahrain work visa ,if the employee out side the Bahrain??? Help me
@Umair Malik9 You dont have to pay anything to the employer. The employer gets the balance money refunded when the visa is cancelled/transferred to another employee. Read More
Thank you XTang - the one stop information centre by Kiran17
鈥淭hank you鈥� suddenly seems such a small word., I want to thank you XTang, but I don鈥檛 know where to begin. I just want to share here that 鈥渢here are so many things that I would not have been able to do without your advice ...
Cheers @XTang Read More
Thank you XTang - the one stop information centre
Cheers @XTang Read More
Paying off the loan by leandramae21
is it possible that i can only pay the principal amount of the loan ? For example. I have a loan of 3000 bhd i have been paying for 5 months no delay of 100bhd that amounts to 500 bhd. Can i only pay 2500bhd ?that is the balance of exactly what i ...
I think they are offering a settlement closure on the loan as a option now. I have a loan with Citibank, and i opted for a deferral program when i was stuck back in India due to the flights ban. They got back to me with 2 options. One, to proceed ... Read More
Working agreements by Guestposter6210
I have been working in Bahrain for three years now when I came I signed a company contract then after a month later the boss transferred me to onother company but I din't sign the new company contract till now my visa was renewed again without ...
@XTang is the forum laggy? I am not seeing your reply untill i post my reply! Read More
Working agreements by Guestposter6210
I have been working in Bahrain for three years now when I came I signed a company contract then after a month later the boss transferred me to onother company but I din't sign the new company contract till now my visa was renewed again without ...
every full time employee of a company is entitled to indemnity. Refer to below link to calculate the indemnity he/she will gel when leaving the organization. https://www.kvcodes.com/2018/03/bahrain-indemnity-calculation/ Note: Indemnity is ... Read More
Salary Updated in the gosi by veeraj.john
Hello, Ive recently heard that some employers update less salary in the GOSI so that they save some kind of visa fees or something. I wanted to know, is there any way i can check what is my salary mentioned there?
alright, i have to make some time to take care of those things first Thanks bro :-) Read More
Working agreements by Guestposter6210
I have been working in Bahrain for three years now when I came I signed a company contract then after a month later the boss transferred me to onother company but I din't sign the new company contract till now my visa was renewed again without ...
Understood. Thanks for the update (y) Read More
Working agreements by Guestposter6210
I have been working in Bahrain for three years now when I came I signed a company contract then after a month later the boss transferred me to onother company but I din't sign the new company contract till now my visa was renewed again without ...
About this, am not very sure. But to be on a safe side you may approach the HR or Your company owner through email requesting for the same. Am not sure what are the possible next steps you can take if they dont give you one even after the formal ... Read More
Working agreements by Guestposter6210
I have been working in Bahrain for three years now when I came I signed a company contract then after a month later the boss transferred me to onother company but I din't sign the new company contract till now my visa was renewed again without ...
I think as long as both the CR's belong to the same owner, it shouldn't be a problem with the LMRA or anyone. I may be wrong on this, but this what was told to me by a bank manager during loan approval. Read More
Salary Updated in the gosi by veeraj.john
Hello, Ive recently heard that some employers update less salary in the GOSI so that they save some kind of visa fees or something. I wanted to know, is there any way i can check what is my salary mentioned there?
ya. i have to do those things first to be able to access. sounds like a lot of work. Is there any other way the data can be accessed? May be by reading the CPR or something? Read More
Exit possible with credit card outstanding by hblglobal
Hi Iam currently working in bahrain and holding a credit card with some outstanding, my every month payment to the bank on time, now I want to exit from here and join in some other company in GCC, now I want to know if they hold me in the airport ...
If you regularly follow your payment (at least the minimum dues), you do not have any problems exiting the country. Make sure you keep doing the payments wherever you are, and clear at the earliest. DO NOT at any cost think, once u are out of the ... Read More
Salary Updated in the gosi by veeraj.john
Hello, Ive recently heard that some employers update less salary in the GOSI so that they save some kind of visa fees or something. I wanted to know, is there any way i can check what is my salary mentioned there?
Thank you for your reply. But i am not able to create login. It says i need to be a "advanced user" of the ekey login. For which i have to visit the smart card center and upgrade. Yes, the GOSI contribution. To reduce that amount they ... Read More
Salary Updated in the gosi
Hello, Ive recently heard that some employers update less salary in the GOSI so that they save some kind of visa fees or something. I wanted to know, is there any way i can check what is my salary mentioned there? Read More
What is your experience with your bank? by boxdeluxe
Dear expats, I will be opening a bank account soon. Use: only to pay daily bills and monthly rent, most of my income will be transferred back to my Bank in Europe. I would like to know what bank would you advise for such use? Also please give me ...
I Will not suggest BBK any time. They are very slow in their processes. Loans are not at all a easy process. They basically don't care about customers. Citibank is good for me. But they come with higher Interest rates. Service wise, they are ... Read More
Traveling to Bahrain Alone by Jeshuamarie20
I am planning to go to Bahrain this 14. Someone told me its cheaper to go ta dammam and just rent a car to drive you in bahrain. I would like to ask any suggestions or advice if you know any companies i can contact to drive me in bahrain or any ...
Why dont you travel from riyad to Bahrain directly, like @xTang said? Thad would be cheaper i guess Check http://www.skyscanner.net (for flight price comparision & use incognito or private browsing mode for better results) Read More
DRIVING
Then you have a long way to go. Since you don't have prior experience in driving, take it slow! You should be able to drive very well by the end of your classes :-) Read More
Traveling to Bahrain Alone by Jeshuamarie20
I am planning to go to Bahrain this 14. Someone told me its cheaper to go ta dammam and just rent a car to drive you in bahrain. I would like to ask any suggestions or advice if you know any companies i can contact to drive me in bahrain or any ...
I think she means flight tickets to dammam is cheaper(guessing by her nationality). And then about driving to Bahrain! Doesnt make much sense, but yeah Her question is unclear. Read More
DRIVING
Driving lesson, 3rd time! Hoping to pass in the 1st attempt!?!?! Anyway! Ditch the youtube videos, and like th person above said, get behind the wheel and drive until you're comfortable and confidant. One thing at a time:-) Read More
Asking for advice by Ruby Espino
I'm currently working here in bahrain for 10months. I'm thingking to file resignation because my employer and colleague are not good to me. I already tell here that I don't want to work with here anymore and of course she got angry, she ...
Yes even i have heard of a instance with a known person when the employer refused to cancel the visa, and even return the passport. Things went smooth, when he sent the resignation though postal, followed by LMRA & MOL procedures. Read More
Leaves and holidays
So its a legal practice of deducting leave? Read More
Leaves and holidays
Hello everyone, I needed some clarification about the leaves and holidays law. I Had gone to India on emergency leave on 02.09.2019, and was back on 09.09.2019. The actual absence from work was 8 days, dating Monday the 2nd September till Monday ... Read More
high EWA Bills by veeraj.john
Hello, Anybody else face high EWA bills from past few months?? Ours is a 3BHK, with 4 AC's (used only at nights, days we are at work, holidays we are out of house always), Ironing - very moderately used, normal usage phone/laptop chargers, and ...
Yes, i have noticed the price hikes since april. I have gone through the pricing structures mentioned in the EWA website. I guess as you said, i should start monitoring the meter readings from now on. First of all the salary is low, and EWA taking ... Read More
high EWA Bills
Hello, Anybody else face high EWA bills from past few months?? Ours is a 3BHK, with 4 AC's (used only at nights, days we are at work, holidays we are out of house always), Ironing - very moderately used, normal usage phone/laptop chargers, and ... Read More
Dubai visit visa
Hello everyone, I am planing to visit Dubai in the eid holidays. I am a Indian Nation, working in Bahrain for about one n half year now. My question is, in order to visit Dubai, do i have to apply for visa online? Or do i get visa on arrival now ... Read More
What is the best Internet here at bahrain. by Thebig
Hi i just want to ask what is the best GAMING,STREAMING internet in bahrain? Currently i am using Zain router, But i am not satisfied about the performance of it, Many times my internet disconnected of the middle of my games, Can you suggest any ...
Am using batelco home broadband plan. 12mbps fibre optic in aali area. 12bhd/month. Occasional data loss. But am able to play DOTA without much of a problem. Read More
Credit Check
you wont have any issues as such. But make sure there are not criminal cases against you. Cheque Bounce is considered a criminal case. If they have raised a case against you, you may have a problem with the immigration or somewhere down the line you ... Read More
Regarding the job offer by Hema679
My husband has got offer in Bahrain ministry.... A team of 3 people had come from bahrain to India to interview and they recruited 4 people from Bangalore. After the interview he was released an INITIAL OFFER LETTER in mail from an agency called ...
@logical indian: true that! They are sacking most of the expats working in public services. As a part of bahrainization (not sure of the spelling). According to some articles I read somewhere, public services will be limited only to bahraini's ... Read More
Regarding the job offer by Hema679
My husband has got offer in Bahrain ministry.... A team of 3 people had come from bahrain to India to interview and they recruited 4 people from Bangalore. After the interview he was released an INITIAL OFFER LETTER in mail from an agency called ...
1) I dont think any agency handles "ministry" recruitment. Unless there is a third party company under sub contract with the ministry. 2) Please check the air ticket for booking reference number and run that against the gulf air my ... Read More
Duty Free Liquor to India
sorry for delay in response. Just got back to Bahrain today. Update: I took 3 bottles from duty free Bahrain as buy two get one free offer. Dint have any problems in the customs. So i guess its either 2 bottles of 750ml or 1 liter each. Else a ... Read More
Duty Free Liquor to India
Hello, Any input regarding how many bottles/Liters of Alcohol can be taken from Bahrain duty-free to India? Also, If anyone has any idea about the price range of the alcohol? P.S. Ive checked the Bahrain duty free official website. But i've ... Read More
Need help "software tester" by Manal Essa
Is there any software tester here? I'm new in the career and I wanna ask about something...
@madeitincambodia Thats one way to go with. I have also suggested her to develop the website on a localhost and test the functionalities and debug the codes locally. I always prefer working on localhost than working on the live server. Read More
Need help "software tester" by Manal Essa
Is there any software tester here? I'm new in the career and I wanna ask about something...
I understand. But brother, can you please state your problem/query? Else head over to the classifieds section and post a ad saying "need a software tester" Read More
Ballroom dance classes at reasonable rates?
Hello everyone.. Does anybody know about dance classes or instructors who teach ballroom dancing. Ive checked around with few studios and dance classes, but they are way too expensive. Just basic BR Forms like jives, salsa/mambo, chacha, bachata ... Read More
Need help "software tester" by Manal Essa
Is there any software tester here? I'm new in the career and I wanna ask about something...
@manal: when in forums its a general rule to ask a straight forward questions, describing what exactly you want. Than asking a generalized question. This helps the thread to remain short and specific to the query without unnecessary posts. Ask your ... Read More
Indemnity letter to apply for credit card by veeraj.john
Hello people, I Am in a process of applying a basic credit card for myself. The Bank has asked for a indemnity letter from my company. The HR has asked me to draft the same, as they haven't provided any indemnity letters to anyone else before. ...
UPDATE: Moved to Citibank for the credit card. They dint ask for any indemnity letter or any of the nonsense. Just the regular documents. Also, the agent came upto my office to collect and register my application. Documents include, CPR copy, ... Read More
Indemnity letter to apply for credit card by veeraj.john
Hello people, I Am in a process of applying a basic credit card for myself. The Bank has asked for a indemnity letter from my company. The HR has asked me to draft the same, as they haven't provided any indemnity letters to anyone else before. ...
@XTang, Thanls a lot.. i Will have a word with my HR, and let u know if that worked for the bank.. thank you :) Read More
Indemnity letter to apply for credit card by veeraj.john
Hello people, I Am in a process of applying a basic credit card for myself. The Bank has asked for a indemnity letter from my company. The HR has asked me to draft the same, as they haven't provided any indemnity letters to anyone else before. ...
ok, il explain in details. I am a exceptional case for the credit company. Exceptional case is when, a individual doesn't meet the requirements of the facility, yet there is a chances that i may apply. My exceptions being, - salary lower than ... Read More
Indemnity letter to apply for credit card by veeraj.john
Hello people, I Am in a process of applying a basic credit card for myself. The Bank has asked for a indemnity letter from my company. The HR has asked me to draft the same, as they haven't provided any indemnity letters to anyone else before. ...
I am not really sure what a indemnity is.. According to my thinking, it should be that i am on a contract here, and when i leave, if there is any balances, it will be sorted out from the indemnity the company gives me. Or stuff like that. I am not ... Read More
Indemnity letter to apply for credit card
Hello people, I Am in a process of applying a basic credit card for myself. The Bank has asked for a indemnity letter from my company. The HR has asked me to draft the same, as they haven't provided any indemnity letters to anyone else before. ... Read More
How do you cope with summer in Bahrain. by Diwakar Katarmal
How do you manage to shower or use water as tap water is too hot. What tricks do you use to cool it. How many times do you shower. I have heard people avoid shower as water is extremely hot in summers. How can you live without showering everyday for ...
@XTang, this guy reminds me of a video i watched on youtube! Who's up for a bungee Jump.. The guy is all about 101 questions and no show!! I have stated in one of my replies for him! Than questioning so much, its better to get here, learn and ... Read More
End of service benefits by miratq
I came to Bahrain on July 27th on a 2 year contract. It was renewed automatically on July 28th, 2018. I was given a month notice in December. My last day is 6th January. What I am entitled for in total? Thanks in advance.
According to the Bahrain law, you are entitled for half a month salary of first 3 years and full months salary for the years above 3. I.e. If you worked for a company for 5 years with a salary of 500BHD a month, you are entitled for (250BHD x 3) + ... Read More
Is 350 BHD enough to Live in Bahrain? by Diwakar Katarmal
Hi All I got a job offer for 350 BHD. Bachelor Accommodation given by company, no transport as residence is within walking distance to the company, so my basic needs will be vegetarian food, phone and simple regular groceries. So anyone can guide ...
bro.. 5% vat on the prices.. Am not sure if utility bills are taxed.. VAT is generally for goods and services. If something costed 100INR, it would be 105INR after VAT Similarly, if it costed 1BHD it would be 1.05BHD Read More
Sending and receiving packages in Bahrain by Priscilla
Hello, As an expat, there are inevitably certain items you might want or need from back home, and around the holiday period, many people like to send gift packages. How easy is it to send and receive packages in Bahrain? Is the public ...
Privates are reliable and quicker. But they are expensive. Read More
Is 350 BHD enough to Live in Bahrain? by Diwakar Katarmal
Hi All I got a job offer for 350 BHD. Bachelor Accommodation given by company, no transport as residence is within walking distance to the company, so my basic needs will be vegetarian food, phone and simple regular groceries. So anyone can guide ...
Diwakar, Bills will depend on the usage... If you stay in a sharing apartment/room The bill will be split equally.. summer tops for splitting with 4people is around 40bhd. but again, depends on the usage.. Read More
Is 350 BHD enough to Live in Bahrain? by Diwakar Katarmal
Hi All I got a job offer for 350 BHD. Bachelor Accommodation given by company, no transport as residence is within walking distance to the company, so my basic needs will be vegetarian food, phone and simple regular groceries. So anyone can guide ...
oh ya.. forgot about the new thing! Coming January, new rental agreements will be exclusive of EWA. A Couple of my friends are already informed about this by their landlords. And most importantly, everything will be Taxed at 5%. (VAT). effective ... Read More
Is 350 BHD enough to Live in Bahrain? by Diwakar Katarmal
Hi All I got a job offer for 350 BHD. Bachelor Accommodation given by company, no transport as residence is within walking distance to the company, so my basic needs will be vegetarian food, phone and simple regular groceries. So anyone can guide ...
Most of the accommodation includes ewa (thats electricity and water) Few of them have a limited use. That is you only pay the difference utilised above the limit. Others have Ewa Seperate. So you can search accomodations as per your ... Read More
Is 350 BHD enough to Live in Bahrain? by Diwakar Katarmal
Hi All I got a job offer for 350 BHD. Bachelor Accommodation given by company, no transport as residence is within walking distance to the company, so my basic needs will be vegetarian food, phone and simple regular groceries. So anyone can guide ...
I would say thats otherewise.. heat is kind of bearable inside the house.. but its the cold is not :P Read More
Is 350 BHD enough to Live in Bahrain? by Diwakar Katarmal
Hi All I got a job offer for 350 BHD. Bachelor Accommodation given by company, no transport as residence is within walking distance to the company, so my basic needs will be vegetarian food, phone and simple regular groceries. So anyone can guide ...
bro, am in Bahrain for 9 months now. trust me, even i was very calculative when i got here.. and even had a lot of questions just like you. I would suggest you to relax first.. Bahrain is just like a metro in india.. 350 is good for you to begin ... Read More
Fresh Appetite for Being Alone by FeminineHeart
Antisocial behavior is a trait of intelligence in a world full of conformists. The poet, the artist, the sleuth- whoever sharpens our perception tends to be antisocial. They cannot go along with currents and trends. I'm on the benevolent side of ...
Are you on reddit? ive seen/read this article O.o Read More
Job Advice for a friend by veeraj.john
Hello everyone, :) I have a friend, who plans of moving to Bahrain in about 4 to 5 months. She is a MSW (Master in social works) graduate, with major in psychology. Her experience includes working in a NGO for old-age/senior citizens suffering ...
@logicalindian, Thankyou for your response. Thats the last option i have told her about. To go any further she has to be physically present here. Lets see. Thanks a lot for your time :-) Read More
Sending and receiving packages in Bahrain by Priscilla
Hello, As an expat, there are inevitably certain items you might want or need from back home, and around the holiday period, many people like to send gift packages. How easy is it to send and receive packages in Bahrain? Is the public ...
hello everyone, I have not sent anything from Bahrain to India, But i have received parcels from India. All the times on regular India-post / Bahrain-Post. Sending regular couriers from India-post / Bahrain-Post Items included gifts in clothes, ... Read More
Job Advice for a friend by veeraj.john
Hello everyone, :) I have a friend, who plans of moving to Bahrain in about 4 to 5 months. She is a MSW (Master in social works) graduate, with major in psychology. Her experience includes working in a NGO for old-age/senior citizens suffering ...
@Xtang, Thankyou for your quick response. My apologies for not having searched the threads for the same. Somehow i thought this may not have been answered even here, as i had googled about this from quite few days now, but dint get any leads on ... Read More
Job Advice for a friend
Hello everyone, :) I have a friend, who plans of moving to Bahrain in about 4 to 5 months. She is a MSW (Master in social works) graduate, with major in psychology. Her experience includes working in a NGO for old-age/senior citizens suffering ... Read More
Introduction - Veeraj Patrao, India
Hey ahmed, Thanks a lot. Sure, even i hope to make good friends here.. :-) Read More
Introduction - Veeraj Patrao, India
Hey everyone.. I am Veeraj Patrao, From Mangalore - India. Landed here about 3 weeks ago. Liking the place already. Except that am not finding time to explore the place. Most of it because i'l be nocturnal creature in the night, and sleeping ... Read More