Barish
Indian expat in Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
50
Contacts
2
About me
Indian
Lives in Jeddah
Speaks English/Arabic/Hindi/Urdu
Registration: 14 November 2011
Essentials to live in Saudi Arabia by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Saudi Arabia, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Saudi Arabia? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you ...
Hi Christine Welcome to Saudi Arabia. Here you will find everything .....more cheaper than the whole world. Only thing you will not find is alcoholic drinks and you cannot bring it in. So just relax and come with open mind and you will enjoy the ... Read More
Pregnancy in Hyderabad
Hi, there is one in Hyderguda, Basheer Bagh, Dr. Farnandez. All the equipment r highly sophisticated, it is bit expensive but for health n professional services I would go for it. Regards, Bari Read More
Women's groups
Dear DS, If you feel bored, you can call me on my mobile for social talk... Regards, Bari Read More
Looking For Filipino to Work In Car Detail Care In jeddah
Dear Mr. Azzam, I believe you should be posting this in classifieds rather make a post in forum. Have a nice day! Read More
horse riding in jeddah and playing Tennis !! by Italiano0o
Hello! any body can tip me with where and when i can play tennis, plus if there is a place to ride horses... thanks ...
Dear Alliecat, Yes ! we do have it on boat, I will post some pics for all of you. Regards, Barish Read More
New in Jeddah - Any expats to meet up? by marypoppins_76
Hi all, Been in Jeddah for 2 weeks now and whilst I am loving the blue sky and sunshine I am slowly going mad. I am here working and live in a private house and I am finding it impossible to meet other expats. If there is anyone out there please say ...
Hi All, Anyone wants to go for fishing and boating on Jeddah Red Sea with family or singles 250 SR/head. Including brakefast and lunch from 08:00 morning till 05:00 PM. Make most out of your weekends. Place for 10 Adults and 4 kids with bedroom ... Read More
horse riding in jeddah and playing Tennis !! by Italiano0o
Hello! any body can tip me with where and when i can play tennis, plus if there is a place to ride horses... thanks ...
Hi All, Anyone wants to go for fishing and boating on Jeddah Red Sea with family or singles 250 SR/head. Including brakefast and lunch from 08:00 morning till 05:00 PM. Make most out of your weekends. Place for 10 Adults and 4 kids with bedroom ... Read More
Fishing & Boating on weekends on Jeddah Beach
Hi All, Anyone wants to go for fishing and boating on Jeddah Red Sea with family or singles 250 SR/head. Including brakefast and lunch from 08:00 morning till 05:00 PM. Make most out of your weekends. Place for 10 Adults and 4 kids with bedroom ... Read More
Rates/prices of compounds in Jeddah by ismayil1981
Greetings to all I am considering moving to Jeddah with family (child is 2 years old) and I am now doing the calculations to see if it is worth accepting the deal. Can you please be so kind to share the rates/prices of the compounds in Jeddah? ...
Hi Ismayil, WElcome to Jeddah, the prices mentioned by Alon are ideal for a compound. Regards, Barish Read More
Traning Partner
Hi Malik, Are your going to some specific Gym or you want to join one, I am going to Al-Ahli Club on Tahlia street, going towards east and after crossing arbaeen street it comes on your right side. If you are interested I can join you in this ... Read More
Lookin for Pinoy Friends in Jeddah by ukpinoy
Nice Guy from UK just moved from Manila Philippines , now living in Jeddah KSA and lookin for Pinoy friends.
Hi and welcome to Jeddah. Read More
NFL & NBA!
Hi Student, Check with AlAwael-Pahla Channels, you will some great sports channels with silver subcription. Regards, Barish Read More
kickin it
Welcome Student, where do you study in US and are your subjects. Regards, Barish Read More
LOOKING FOR NICE FRIENDSHIP
Dear Mr. Memo, Welcome to the group. If you feel like speaking in english and improving your skills you are free to call me anytime between 6:30 till 9:00 PM on my contact 0544-777-786. I live in Jeddah. Regards, Abdul Bari Read More
Hello by mr.nice guy
Hi, My name is Hussain I'm not an expat. I joined this blog because I like making friendships with people from all over the world. to have fun and enjoy our off days together & help them whenever I can. I hope that I can be a good friend to all ...
Hi Hussain, It is nice to know your social and friendly behaviour. Welcome to the group. Regards, Abdul Bari Read More
NOTIFICATION OF TRAFFIC PENALTIES & DRIVER CONTACT DETAILS UPDATING by im.poseidon
in order to be notified of traffic violations recorded against them, all citizens and residents are required to update their contact details (Address, PO Box and mobile numbers) at any of the sectors of the Ministry of Interior, so that they can ...
Dear Im, Thanks! for your information it is ineeded very helpful. Jazakallah Khair. Regards, Abdul Bari Read More
hello there
Hi Ahd Welcome to the group. Can u give your brief intro please!. Regards, Abdul Bari Read More
Looking For a Housemaid (Filipino) by nizar123
Hi, An expat family in Jeddah is looking for a housemaid(preferably a Filipino) to work on an hourly basis once or twicw a week. Please contact Ali at 0558875133. Regards
Dear Nizar, You may find some housemaids but for sure it is illeagal to hire any female housemaids like that as none of the sponsers allow any housemaids to work for others except she is runway. I would recommend if you can find any cleaners (male) ... Read More
Looking For a Housemaid (Filipino) by nizar123
Hi, An expat family in Jeddah is looking for a housemaid(preferably a Filipino) to work on an hourly basis once or twicw a week. Please contact Ali at 0558875133. Regards
Yes! It is in news and everyone is suffering bcos of this ban. Read More
Ice skating, ice hockey, inline skating? by Hatcher
Hello I am Canadian and enjoy ice skating and ice hockey. Further, I enjoy inline skating. Can anyone suggest a good place for these activities in Jeddah? How about public swimming pools? Also, I know there is a climbing wall but how many are ...
Hi Hatcher, Welcome to Jeddah, I have been living since 19 years in Jeddah and it is more like my home country, I would suggest you to find any Golds Gym or Fitnesse health club, you can find nearest to your residence by searching on Google. If you ... Read More
Looking For a Housemaid (Filipino) by nizar123
Hi, An expat family in Jeddah is looking for a housemaid(preferably a Filipino) to work on an hourly basis once or twicw a week. Please contact Ali at 0558875133. Regards
Welcome and all the best it is not easy to find Filipino housemaid as the visas are banned for Filipino and Indonesian house maids. Regards, Abdul Bari Read More
Looking For a Housemaid (Filipino) by nizar123
Hi, An expat family in Jeddah is looking for a housemaid(preferably a Filipino) to work on an hourly basis once or twicw a week. Please contact Ali at 0558875133. Regards
Hi Nizar, Kindly place this requirement in classifields, you will get better response. Regards, Abdul Bari Read More
Looking for job IT. HelpDesk System Support
Hi Naseer, You need to post your requirements in classfields, it is right place for jobs. Anyways you can introduce yourself to the group. Regards, Bari Read More
Business opportunity in Jeddah by asim
I am a British professional who is really keen to set up a new business in Jeddah and would like to relocate as a foreign investor. I am interested in education, paper manufacturing or food packaging business and would like to seek your advice and ...
Quite busy on job can't come on chatting. Read More
Business opportunity in Jeddah by asim
I am a British professional who is really keen to set up a new business in Jeddah and would like to relocate as a foreign investor. I am interested in education, paper manufacturing or food packaging business and would like to seek your advice and ...
Hi Asim, http://www.sagia.gov.sa/en/Investment-climate/Interational-Operations-/United_Kingdom/ Regards, Bari Read More
How to get a good Kafeel for small business setup? by kashaziz
Hi all, I am interested to know about the possibilities of having a good and reliable Kafeel (possibly in Jeddah) to setup a small IT services business. Also, how long it usually takes to get an iqamah? I also plan to move my family to SA once I ...
Dear Mr. Malik, Yes ! u need to have agreenment which shall be registered in Bank to open a LC bank garanty for your transaction, U will never get any money if someone is not paying you after delivery. So the term and conditions matter a lot to be ... Read More
Jeddah flatshare
Hi Christine, If ur a working lady and u have residence permit from job visa then the sponsor or the company who is hiring will provide u the housing, and u have not choice as it is restricted for a woman to stay anywhere or with anyone, unless with ... Read More
How to get a good Kafeel for small business setup? by kashaziz
Hi all, I am interested to know about the possibilities of having a good and reliable Kafeel (possibly in Jeddah) to setup a small IT services business. Also, how long it usually takes to get an iqamah? I also plan to move my family to SA once I ...
Dear Kash, I been with lots of bad experiences, the life is not the same as outside world, all the rules and regulations favor local citizens, never trust a person even if he is ur brother. It is safer to get SAGIA as an investor which protects u ... Read More
Driving licence question by mariushendricks
How does one go about getting a drivers licence in Jeddah? I have one issued in my home country.
There is Dallah Tower in cross section of Palestine Street and dallah street in Rehab Dist. there is dallah driving school and license process office. As mentioned by Redglobin take all the necessary documents, the letter from your sponsor shall be ... Read More
Where can I buy "Bentonite Clay + Psylium Husk" by kizersouzay
Hello Everyone, I am in jeddah and looking to buy "bentonite Clay". I am also looking for psylium husk. Its called "isubgol" husk in hindi/urdu. Actually I got sever eczema when I came here in jeddah. And I want to do a colon cleanse. If ...
Try mutton kadai it is really very spicy n mouth watering.....hhmmmmmm Read More
accomodation + cost of living
Hi Norman, Jizan is having good sea food as it is near to the sea. The city is not developed yet for all modern amenities, people r good and economic zone is under construction and will take years to form or develop, you will have to setup your own ... Read More
Where can I buy "Bentonite Clay + Psylium Husk" by kizersouzay
Hello Everyone, I am in jeddah and looking to buy "bentonite Clay". I am also looking for psylium husk. Its called "isubgol" husk in hindi/urdu. Actually I got sever eczema when I came here in jeddah. And I want to do a colon cleanse. If ...
Check it is Sharfiyah, there are herbal shops specifically for all sorts of unani or desi herbs. There are more than 3-4 shops, one is opposite to Nirala Restuarent, ask anyone for these shops they will tell you. Read More
Jizan Living with family by sankarguhan
Next month I will be coming to Jizan. How much rent for 1 bed room flat. Is it safe to stay with family? are medical facilities good in Jizan? Please give me some information before I sign the contract.Thanks in Advance. Guhan
All types of flats are available 1-2-3 bedroom, there are no direct flights from Jizan, it is domestic airport, you will get all flights Via Jeddah, Riyadh, Dammam or Madina. Economic Dev Proj is huge project, I am not sure if you have any city ... Read More
renewal of iqama
This is for only Bangladesh Nationals only, its not that they can take Tanazul but they have to go on exit only. I believe for other nationals you can still continue or if you find job you can take transfer. Read More
private resorts
It is prohibited to go to public places with ur girl friends or would be wife as u don't have any documents proving that she will be ur wife. If caught by Haiaa ( Ismalic Police) u will be in problem. I recommend u just stay indoors in ur compound ... Read More
Jizan Living with family by sankarguhan
Next month I will be coming to Jizan. How much rent for 1 bed room flat. Is it safe to stay with family? are medical facilities good in Jizan? Please give me some information before I sign the contract.Thanks in Advance. Guhan
Guhan, If u r telling that u will be working 80 km from Jizan that means it is very remote area, check on google maps where is ur project exactly, remote areas in Saudi Arabia r very uncivilized and there is no electricity water or even ... Read More
Jizan Living with family by sankarguhan
Next month I will be coming to Jizan. How much rent for 1 bed room flat. Is it safe to stay with family? are medical facilities good in Jizan? Please give me some information before I sign the contract.Thanks in Advance. Guhan
Dear Guan, Welcome to Saudi Arabia, I would recommend that if you have any school going children, confirm that you have any decent international school in Jizan. Read More
life in Jeddah or Riyadh? by Ally1602
Hello, I am looking at moving to SA and am after some advice as to where is the best place to live. I will be working as a nurse so housing will be provided. but unsure which city Jeddah or Riyadh to move to... Can any one help?
Hi Ally, I beleive that Jeddah is more traditionally used to the expatriates around and the people ( citizens ) are friendly and cooperative. Riyadh is bit retricted for everyone and people are conservative. If you are coming to Jeddah, contact or ... Read More
New in Jeddah - Any expats to meet up? by marypoppins_76
Hi all, Been in Jeddah for 2 weeks now and whilst I am loving the blue sky and sunshine I am slowly going mad. I am here working and live in a private house and I am finding it impossible to meet other expats. If there is anyone out there please say ...
Welcom Dee_Dids, I know it must be boring and you will feel you r lost. Living so long here I can suggest you to join any health club, you will make friends and you will back on track. I recommend you just dont close the doors and sit alone, ... Read More
New in Jeddah - Any expats to meet up? by marypoppins_76
Hi all, Been in Jeddah for 2 weeks now and whilst I am loving the blue sky and sunshine I am slowly going mad. I am here working and live in a private house and I am finding it impossible to meet other expats. If there is anyone out there please say ...
Welcome Marry, I know you must be feeling out of place, it takes time to adjust to the life in Saudi Arabia. It is quite difficult to go alone and surf around the mall, unless ur accompanied with a representative or with group of women. I live with ... Read More