Kayvictoria
English looking for information about Kuwait
Forum posts
36
About me
English
Lives in Manchester
Registration: 12 February 2012
Urgent Visit visa
Hi I have just been let down for a visit visa and my friend arrives on Tuesday night. Anybody know what I can do or help? Any help please let me know Read More
Satellite tv
Anyone know of a way I can watch uk channels without the Internet? Satellite dish or something?...missing my uk tv and football? Read More
Cell phone questions by crittle73
Here in the US, I use an iPhone 4S and would like to continue to use it. I was thinking I might downgrade my phone associated with my US number. Then I could unlock my iPhone to use over in Kuwait. Has anyone taken an unlocked phone with them? ...
Hi there, yes we unlocked our i phones prior to arrival. Once here we bought a zain sim card...and that's it. No problems at all. Good luck with the move!! Read More
Wasta by Kayvictoria
Hi again guys n girls! I keep hearing we need a wasta to speed up driving license procedure.... In around 2weeks I will have the civil ID and so want to drive ASAP. Any advice on where/how to get a wasta!?
Hehe! 'like' !! Legacy, I already signed up to Eek! Back in December...also through your recommendation then : ) It's a great magazine, need to read through the recent one. Read More
Wasta by Kayvictoria
Hi again guys n girls! I keep hearing we need a wasta to speed up driving license procedure.... In around 2weeks I will have the civil ID and so want to drive ASAP. Any advice on where/how to get a wasta!?
Cheers guys!! Legacy, I'm converting the Brit one to Kuwait lisence. Have decided to buy a big safe car, maybe American. Safety comes first!! Must say I was totally shocked by the cars on the road...felt like I was at an F1 race or something, haha! Read More
Hello, I am new!! (need some info ) by Mona-lisa27
My boyfriend and I will be moving to Kuwait in the next week, all though we will not be living together we want to find out if its ok to visit each others apartments? Would this be ok, or is there any laws against it? please Help. Monica
Hey, I too work with Alshaya. We live in Salwa block4. Very nice place, good commute to work. Pay no more than 2kd (which is split with my 3 colleagues). Avenues phase3 is where HN will be...exciting!! Read More
Wasta
Hi again guys n girls! I keep hearing we need a wasta to speed up driving license procedure.... In around 2weeks I will have the civil ID and so want to drive ASAP. Any advice on where/how to get a wasta!? Read More
Breaking Housing lease? by AmeriLeb
Does anyone know what the law is when trying to break the lease to the apartment. i'd like to get out but my landlord refers to the contract and says that I can't break it until the year is over. Any advise will be appreciated...
Depends on your contract...we too have signed up for 1 year, so if we want to leave before that time we would lose our deposit (which was 1months rent). I've heard some places demand you pay the full contract off...hope that is not the case for ... Read More
Buying a fan
Yeaaahhhhhh!!! Thank you thank you!! My husband will visit Xcite tomorrow for the essential fan purchase!! Best wishes! Read More
Buying a fan
Hi people! Most of you know, we arrived here 2 weeks ago and so far really enjoying everything...except one thing...the extreme heat, we cannot sleep well at all. We have air con, but it does not stretch upstairs to the bedroom. Does anyone know a ... Read More
Is there any British women in kuwait?!?!? Embassy parties by Scouse
Hi everyone, Just a question, is there any British women in Kuwait at all, iv been here 9 months an never met 1!! Lol :P Also how do you get An invite to the British embassy parties does anybody know?? Thanks
I am British!! Arrived here 6days ago : D Read More
Bringing in food (limits) by Kayvictoria
Hi guys! Hope everyone is well. Finally the day is almost here...I fly over on Saturday!! I was wondering if anyone can help me with a little query. Basically I want to bring over some home comforts, such as: Teabags Marmite Protein powder Nandos ...
You have all been exceptionally helpful. I have packed alot of food! I am now in the airport...can't believe this day has arrived!! Feeling sick/nervous/excited...eek!! Read More
Bringing in food (limits) by Kayvictoria
Hi guys! Hope everyone is well. Finally the day is almost here...I fly over on Saturday!! I was wondering if anyone can help me with a little query. Basically I want to bring over some home comforts, such as: Teabags Marmite Protein powder Nandos ...
Brilliant, thanks alot for your help guys, appreciated! Hoping my perfume and lotions make it through customs ok because they have alcohol as an ingredient...surely they are allowed to use such products too...hmmm... Read More
Bringing in food (limits) by Kayvictoria
Hi guys! Hope everyone is well. Finally the day is almost here...I fly over on Saturday!! I was wondering if anyone can help me with a little query. Basically I want to bring over some home comforts, such as: Teabags Marmite Protein powder Nandos ...
Cheers guys!! Yes Legacy....the shortbreads and cookies will of course be packed too!! Didn't realize protein is not sold, I will stock up on this then. Many thanks! Read More
Bringing in food (limits)
Hi guys! Hope everyone is well. Finally the day is almost here...I fly over on Saturday!! I was wondering if anyone can help me with a little query. Basically I want to bring over some home comforts, such as: Teabags Marmite Protein powder Nandos ... Read More
Drivers license, No degree help! by Kayvictoria
I am uk license holder earning over 400kd but don't have a degree! What do I do as I need a car for my job? Ps what is this Wasta I keep hearing about?
That's great, thanks alot for the advice! Yes, salary is over that amount too. Cannot wait to get over there now! 2 weeks today :D Read More
meet up and trips by Guest7832
hello every one im originally from kuwait. i don't live here, but i do visit from time to time. i know how lonely visitors can feel. i know how boring it is in kuwait. and i am thinking about arranging a meet up group ... for local places with ...
We are moving over June 1st...would be fantastic to meet up with you lovely people!! Read More
Ladies, please share your info! by msjaydee
Hi! This message is mainly for expat women although anyone can answer. If anyone can recommend a great taxi driver, I would appreciate it. I need someone I can rely on and that will be my exclusive go-to guy. I need someone who is a good driver, ...
A sea view? Lovely! How is the weather now?....bet it's amazing!! I think initially my company will find me digs for 2 months, then I'll have time to find somewhere suitable. See your point about non furnished, but so can't be bothered getting ... Read More
Ladies, please share your info! by msjaydee
Hi! This message is mainly for expat women although anyone can answer. If anyone can recommend a great taxi driver, I would appreciate it. I need someone I can rely on and that will be my exclusive go-to guy. I need someone who is a good driver, ...
Hi JayDee, sounds like you are having an adventurous time so far!? Did you get an apartment sorted out? I am moving over on May 31st and was also wondering about furnished/unfurnished. Can't wait to be there! Have a nice weekend (what is left of ... Read More
I'm new. by J-Dizzle
Hi there! I'm JD. Thought of introducing myself since I'm new to this forum (not to Kuwait). I'm utterly disappointed with the lack of social activities in Kuwait. So I thought I'd give this forum a try. I enjoy reading and if there are others ...
Hello there! I will join the book club when I arrive (May 31st). I signed up with the EEK! Magazine, there seems alot going on...I guess you just have to fish out what you fancy. See you soon. Good luck with activities x Read More
Drivers license, No degree help! by Kayvictoria
I am uk license holder earning over 400kd but don't have a degree! What do I do as I need a car for my job? Ps what is this Wasta I keep hearing about?
YES legacy!! A truly British biscuit will accompany myself on the flight over!! Hope you have a wonderful birthday.... All the best!! Read More
Drivers license, No degree help! by Kayvictoria
I am uk license holder earning over 400kd but don't have a degree! What do I do as I need a car for my job? Ps what is this Wasta I keep hearing about?
Thank-you guys, appreciate that. I was getting very worried! Fingers crossed it can be resolved with minimal amount of stress, ha! Arrive to Kuwait May 31st. SO excited!! Read More
Drivers license, No degree help!
I am uk license holder earning over 400kd but don't have a degree! What do I do as I need a car for my job? Ps what is this Wasta I keep hearing about? Read More
Riding stables in Kuwait by MrsSantaClaus
Just moved to Kuwait and looking for something to do. (I am seriously bored!) Are there any good horse riding stables here? And would anybody be interested to go with me to check one of them out?
Hello, I am moving to Kuwait end of April and will be taking up horse riding again. I believe there is an equestrian club close to sixth ring road. Hope you find something to do soon!! I hear Kuwait is very chilled out... Read More
Moving over in April!!! by Kayvictoria
Hello everyone!! Hoping you are all very well!! Will be moving over to Kuwait sometime in April...so excited!! My partner and I will be working in retail operations with Alshaya. Taking into account we will likely join the Al Corniche beach club ...
Thank-you! We are now waiting for our paperwork to arrive, then head to the Kuwait embassy in London (along with medical report) to get passports stamped...then a week later we come over!! On track for end of April :) Read More
Moving over in April!!! by Kayvictoria
Hello everyone!! Hoping you are all very well!! Will be moving over to Kuwait sometime in April...so excited!! My partner and I will be working in retail operations with Alshaya. Taking into account we will likely join the Al Corniche beach club ...
Again, thanks alot for all the information!! I have another question...how long would it take (approx) to drive from Salmiya to Shuwaikh? And also to the avenues? Logistically trying to figure out the better region to live in. Hawalli seems ... Read More
Moving over in April!!! by Kayvictoria
Hello everyone!! Hoping you are all very well!! Will be moving over to Kuwait sometime in April...so excited!! My partner and I will be working in retail operations with Alshaya. Taking into account we will likely join the Al Corniche beach club ...
Hi Mark, thanks alot for the information. Will definatley bring the bike over...not sure about 60km though. Haha! Visited the Cornishe club when I came over in Jan, really liked the gym and squash areas, we will spend many days off there I'm ... Read More
Moving over in April!!! by Kayvictoria
Hello everyone!! Hoping you are all very well!! Will be moving over to Kuwait sometime in April...so excited!! My partner and I will be working in retail operations with Alshaya. Taking into account we will likely join the Al Corniche beach club ...
Sound advice, thank you! Budget for apartment upto 325kd, so hopefully get a decent place with that. Went onto that link you provided earlier...looks like leasing is a reasonable deal. How often are the sand storms? Watched a couple on YouTube and ... Read More
Moving over in April!!! by Kayvictoria
Hello everyone!! Hoping you are all very well!! Will be moving over to Kuwait sometime in April...so excited!! My partner and I will be working in retail operations with Alshaya. Taking into account we will likely join the Al Corniche beach club ...
Wow! I am so grateful for all of the replies - you guys are amazing!! Forgot to mention - we intend to be in Kuwait at least 2-3 years (if we settle in etc it could be much longer). Perhaps buying a 4x4 after a few months would be an option. I've ... Read More
Moving over in April!!! by Kayvictoria
Hello everyone!! Hoping you are all very well!! Will be moving over to Kuwait sometime in April...so excited!! My partner and I will be working in retail operations with Alshaya. Taking into account we will likely join the Al Corniche beach club ...
Thank you so much people!!! Aryam, yes I'm from Manchester- cannot wait to get out of this cold wet climate! Maybe we can take some classes together??...you enjoy the beach club? Legacy, you are a legend!! I will bring you English tea and biscuits ... Read More
Moving over in April!!!
Hello everyone!! Hoping you are all very well!! Will be moving over to Kuwait sometime in April...so excited!! My partner and I will be working in retail operations with Alshaya. Taking into account we will likely join the Al Corniche beach club ... Read More