phesap
Cameronian expat in Saudi Arabia
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53
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31
About me
Cameronian
Lives in Riyadh, Ar Riyad
Speaks english, french
Registration: 08 December 2011
Tennis raquette string change by Florent Of Arabia
Hi. I'm looking for a shop where I can get the strings of my tennis raquettes replaced, anybody knows a good place for that? Thanks
The FIlipino guy still strings my rachets at 50sr. There's a Polish guy who strings at 100-200 depending on the string type/quality Read More
Tennis lessons and practice by Crickypop
Hey guys, I'm coming back to riyadh from the UK in Ramadhan and I've been learning tennis. Where can I continue my lessons? Or find someone to play with? I live at exit 9 just not at a compound. And the only tennis court i found was the ...
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Sense of humour in Saudi Arabia by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Should we set out to explore Saudi聮s culture through its sense of humour? Indeed, if one is planning to settle in the country, it is best to understand the cultural codes governing humour in order to avoid any faux-pas. What is ...
Apart from normal rules on jokes, here in KSA, don鈥檛 joke about Islam, especially the prophet. Don鈥檛 joke on sex or nudity Don鈥檛 joke on the king or crown prince Don鈥檛 joke on foreign policy Read More
The must-try activities in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Saudi Arabia is an exciting opportunity to discover a new culture and try things you might not even have heard of before. To make sure other expats and expats-to-be do not miss a thing, would you be able to answer the ...
How do you get to helping the stranded? Read More
Tennis lessons and practice by Crickypop
Hey guys, I'm coming back to riyadh from the UK in Ramadhan and I've been learning tennis. Where can I continue my lessons? Or find someone to play with? I live at exit 9 just not at a compound. And the only tennis court i found was the ...
In the DQ you can have mixed doubles, but also in most compounds. I can hook you up with mixed doubles players when you're ready Read More
The must-try activities in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Saudi Arabia is an exciting opportunity to discover a new culture and try things you might not even have heard of before. To make sure other expats and expats-to-be do not miss a thing, would you be able to answer the ...
I found the following fascinating 1. Visit Saudi homes 2. Go for a Saudi wedding (the most boring event ever) 3. Camp out in the desert at night, especially at the edge of the world 4. Visit traditional market, including the Haraj new market 5. ... Read More
Accommodation in Saudi Arabia: scams you should look out for by Bhavna
Hi, Committing to renting or buying accommodation when you聮re new to or have not moved to Saudi Arabia just yet is always a stressful endeavour. Would you like to help us in putting together a handbook of what to look out for when house hunting ...
This is exactly what I was saying. Even if you find advert online, go see the owner Read More
Accommodation in Saudi Arabia: scams you should look out for by Bhavna
Hi, Committing to renting or buying accommodation when you聮re new to or have not moved to Saudi Arabia just yet is always a stressful endeavour. Would you like to help us in putting together a handbook of what to look out for when house hunting ...
One thing I now know about accommodation is that if it's not in a Compound, then you MUST SEE the owner before paying. Lots of middle people are scam Read More
Tennis raquette string change by Florent Of Arabia
Hi. I'm looking for a shop where I can get the strings of my tennis raquettes replaced, anybody knows a good place for that? Thanks
Some guy from Philipines replaced my strings for 50Sr. Let me know if you still in need Read More
Renting of own Hotel Department on working visit visa by Susara S
Dear All, Re; renting of own Hotel apartment on working visit visa.r I have 2 questions and would appreciate an answer; 1. Am I allowed to rent my OWN Hotel Apartment on a WORKING VISIT VISA/? OR 2. Am I forced to use the Hotel Apartment as ...
I think in an effort to control the movement of people, KSA government is trying to impose that, which works for partner hotels. You may also ask to know from the company if you could stay with friends Read More
Tennis in Riyadh by Judels
Seeking out tennis play in compounds (I am female) rated USTA 4.0. Doubles or singles
We'll be playing doubles with some friends today. Feel free to join Read More
Tennis in Riyadh by Judels
Seeking out tennis play in compounds (I am female) rated USTA 4.0. Doubles or singles
Sounds nice, but 3.5 is a little low Read More
Any one Know About Making Power of attorney from embassy
Depends on the type/range of power granted Read More
Your suggestions for the weekend in durma near Riyadh
If you're tennis player, join us for tennis, then coffee after with snacks Read More
French schools in Riyadh by Youmnatharwat
Hello all, There aren't any French schools in Riyadh except (L'ecole fran莽aise) here??
Ecole Fran莽aise Internationale de Riyad P.O.Box 87811 Riyad 11652 Arabie Saoudite Read More
French schools in Riyadh by Youmnatharwat
Hello all, There aren't any French schools in Riyadh except (L'ecole fran莽aise) here??
Yes, there is the Ecole Fran莽aise Internationale de Riyad. Quite expensive though Read More
Help me to improve my English
If you hang around expat gatherings such as meetings, sports, parties, you will learn faster than talking with a single person a few times per week Read More
Parties in compounds in Riyadh
I'm also interested. Eventually, I will organise my own Read More
Where to find West African Spices /food? by Ejai
Hi guys, we are new in Riyadh and cant seem to find Anywhere that sells West african or Caribbean food spices needed for cooking. Like Egusi, Red palm oil, bitter leaf, berbere, tatashe, crayfish powder dry fish, cassava flour Etc. ANYONE KNOW??
Someone told me there are spicy Indian food at Lulu which taste like African food. Is there an African restaurant in Riyadh? Read More
SAUDI ARABIA TO INTRODUCE NEW EXPAT TAX by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Starting from the 1st of July, expats in Saudi Arabia will have to pay a monthly fee of 100 Saudi riyals, per dependent. From next year, this fee is expected to rise until the year 2020. In companies where there are more or an ...
Hey everyone. Are there some nationalities which are exempt from this expat tax? Read More
Free Legal Advise from a Licensed Attorney by Yossef11
Dear Sir/Madam,First of all, I am Saudi Arabian and I am working as a lawyer here in Riyadh and I handle cases within labor court criminal courts, etc. Second of all, Since I am member of this site, I want to provide free legal advise this week ...
Dear Yusuf, My Embassy hired a driver with valid Iqama. But we have now been told that ordinary Iqama cannot be transfered to an Embassy. What's your advice? Thanks Read More
National Individual Address Registration
Hey Forum members I wanted to buy insurance and the company said I need to first register at the National Individual Address Registration (https://narg.address.gov.sa/en/individual/registration/default.aspx). The problem is that the system ... Read More
meet up groups by SaraSaudi2017
Hi all, I hope you are well. I'm wondering if Meet Ups groups are working here? I have tried their website but it seems not really working. Is there any meet up groups going on here? Do you know of any meetup that I can join? What are the ...
Maybe someone should make suggestions with dates Read More
Riyadh Events/Activities
What kinds of events? Sports? No open parties for sure? Read More
Does anybody use the Diplomatic Quarter Sports Club in Riyadh? by GuestPoster7484
Hello everybody, My name is John Burns and I write for a popular magazine in Dubai, focussing on art, culture, design and travel from the Middle East, North Africa and its diaspora. I'm currently writing a story on the architecture of the ...
SInce I'm new in the Diplomatic Qaurter, can someone send me location coordinates for the sports complex? Thansk Read More
Arabic language lessons in Riyadh by Jakes61
Hi there, I am Pierre, a male from South Africa. I am currently in Riyadh. I work in the DQ. I need some recommendations for Arabic lessons please. I have tried the classifieds, but I was not happy with the results. I have also read the Arabic ...
I'm also interested in the group Arabic classes, as a completely fresh beginner. If there are groups of learners, please inbox me. Thanks Read More
How to find out about a Party? by lola20
Does anyone have an idea how to go to a party or how to find one cuz im bored as hell nd wanna have fun?
Hey everyone. Just arrived Riyadh and looking for friends. Too bored. I work for embassy at DQ. Any upcoming social events? Read More
Tennis in Riyadh by Judels
Seeking out tennis play in compounds (I am female) rated USTA 4.0. Doubles or singles
I just arrived Riyadh DQ and would like to play tennis with any available players any day of the week Read More
Tennis in Riyadh by Judels
Seeking out tennis play in compounds (I am female) rated USTA 4.0. Doubles or singles
Hey, could you please direct me to a court for play this afternoon? I would be glad to play against any category Read More
New in Riyadh
Hello everyone I am arriving Riyadh on 1st June 2018 for the first time on diplomatic posting from Africa and would appreciate advice on 1.Tennis courts and sparing partners 2. Arabic language classes 3.Used household items 4. New friends Thank ... Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Yaound茅 by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Yaounde 大咖福利影院 members in real life? Organizing an 大咖福利影院 meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An 大咖福利影院 meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
I did not read the message before and arrived there and found it closed. Let's take a new rendez-vous Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Yaound茅 by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Yaounde 大咖福利影院 members in real life? Organizing an 大咖福利影院 meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An 大咖福利影院 meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
I agree for 8 pm. Some could go there b4 and reserve a table with the tag "expert group", supposing that about 10 people may come. Participants may be recognised by expat-blog nicknames. Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Yaound茅 by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Yaounde 大咖福利影院 members in real life? Organizing an 大咖福利影院 meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An 大咖福利影院 meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
I suggest 12 October 2013. Someone spoke of a cultural cuzy place? Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Yaound茅 by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Yaounde 大咖福利影院 members in real life? Organizing an 大咖福利影院 meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An 大咖福利影院 meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
Excellent idea. Propose a date! Read More
Hi any expats in ndop or bamenda? :-) by Berna1
Hi I'm looking to live a short while in Cameroon end august and wondering whether there is an expat community in ndop or bamenda :-)
I'm from Ndop. There is a community in Bamenda, but none in Ndop. Most experts come and go. If I get info, I'll let you know Read More
Working in a Hydroelectric power plant with nkohteken corp. @ cameroon by ezersteve
Hi guyz, i got a job offer to work with nkohteken corp, does anyone knows where can i confirm that the offer is NOT SCAM??? anyone knows/heard of cameroon government project for hydropower plant construction? need your help guyz...thanks
I've never heard of that name in Cameroon, maybe I can find out if you give details Read More