expatsoon2b
American looking for information about United Arab Emirates
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Lives in Chicago, IL
Registration: 26 April 2012
Abu Dhabi Aug 2012 by jos4836
Hi there! My husband, son (7) and I are off to Abu Dhabi in the summer. I have a place on The Licensed Teacher Program. I have read lot's on The TES website but there isn't an awful lot from people who have done it with their families. I would love ...
Hello! Ill be moving out to Abu Dhabi in the beginning of August (Still waiting on a tickets:). I also will be working at a GEMS school (But not the same one listed). Looking forward to hearing about people's experiences once out there! Read More
Female single contract, but husband on iqama? by expatsoon2b
So, I need some clarification in order to avoid problems if I accept an offer from a Saudi school... The school is saying the contract is a single contract, but they will "assist" with my husbands visa and that he "can stay" in the housing ...
Someone else might have another answer more to your advantage, but I would that a single status visa is exactly what is says. This has just happened with a friend. She was issued a single visa and when she came out she was told that they would bring ... Read More
Female single contract, but husband on iqama?
So, I need some clarification in order to avoid problems if I accept an offer from a Saudi school... The school is saying the contract is a single contract, but they will "assist" with my husbands visa and that he "can stay" in the housing ... Read More
Job Offer...advise please by expatmbw
Hello, I received an offer for a school position (yes, im being vague). I have a M.S. and two years of post graduate experience. This was the offer: 13,000 SR/month base salary 800SR /month transportation allowance Housing, medical and economy ...
I have some more information. The school is saying my contract is a single contract, but they will "assist" with my husbands visa and that he "can stay" in the housing provided. However, it seems like theyre saying he will be listed as a dependent ... Read More
Contraceptive by Ally1602
An odd question I think but soo important....... Can you get the depo provera injection in Saudi? If not can you bring it with you from the uk? (it's a contraceptive)
Ok, so the position is higher than a teacher (i know, still vague), but it seems like they are offering me a single contract. Here's the thing. The offer letter is pretty short, the important content is about half a page. It doesnt go into much ... Read More
Moving to Jeddah SOON! by tatty moula
Hello, I am new here (: I am from Lebanon, female 22 years old and I want to move to Jeddah to teach in an international school. I will be moving alone and I would like to know if there are any females - teachers here? anyone from Lebanon? How is ...
Thanks for that...I'm still trying to figure out if the offer is good enough;) Wow, makes me want to accept my job offer in Khobar...still not sure though :/ Khobar is near to dammam which is best place to live for all man kind.If you're going ... Read More
Job Offer...advise please by expatmbw
Hello, I received an offer for a school position (yes, im being vague). I have a M.S. and two years of post graduate experience. This was the offer: 13,000 SR/month base salary 800SR /month transportation allowance Housing, medical and economy ...
ding, ding, ding...that would be me;) but I not overly structured... Do you become impatient/frustrated when you have to make 2 or 3 or even 4 attempts to get something done? Get conflicting information about the simplest of matters? KSA might ... Read More
Moving to Jeddah SOON! by tatty moula
Hello, I am new here (: I am from Lebanon, female 22 years old and I want to move to Jeddah to teach in an international school. I will be moving alone and I would like to know if there are any females - teachers here? anyone from Lebanon? How is ...
Wow, makes me want to accept my job offer in Khobar...still not sure though :/ Khobar is near to dammam which is best place to live for all man kind. Read More
Moving to Jeddah SOON! by tatty moula
Hello, I am new here (: I am from Lebanon, female 22 years old and I want to move to Jeddah to teach in an international school. I will be moving alone and I would like to know if there are any females - teachers here? anyone from Lebanon? How is ...
Damn!! Sounds nice! I thought everything was in Bahrain! How far is Jeddah from Khobar :0 I've spent time in both cities. Jeddah is a bit laid back relaxed place with the beach and its infamous resorts, diving, snorkelling, shisha cafes, nice ... Read More
Contraceptive by Ally1602
An odd question I think but soo important....... Can you get the depo provera injection in Saudi? If not can you bring it with you from the uk? (it's a contraceptive)
Oh, Ic...soo, if ur married you need to make sure they specify "married" visa in the contract? Do they usually pay for spouses ticket?!? And btw, it doesn't matter if, in reality, you are single or married. Sometimes jobs only offer 'single' ... Read More
Moving to Jeddah SOON! by tatty moula
Hello, I am new here (: I am from Lebanon, female 22 years old and I want to move to Jeddah to teach in an international school. I will be moving alone and I would like to know if there are any females - teachers here? anyone from Lebanon? How is ...
Sounds nice! I thought everything was in Bahrain! How far is Jeddah from Khobar :0 I've spent time in both cities. Jeddah is a bit laid back relaxed place with the beach and its infamous resorts, diving, snorkelling, shisha cafes, nice restaurants, ... Read More
Moving to Jeddah SOON! by tatty moula
Hello, I am new here (: I am from Lebanon, female 22 years old and I want to move to Jeddah to teach in an international school. I will be moving alone and I would like to know if there are any females - teachers here? anyone from Lebanon? How is ...
Should this be specified in the contract?? Who pays for medical tests? I feel like employers try to screw people over in Saudi! WOW. This is pretty bad, in my opinion. For Western teachers, we have the medical testing done at home but our sponsor ... Read More
Job Offer...advise please by expatmbw
Hello, I received an offer for a school position (yes, im being vague). I have a M.S. and two years of post graduate experience. This was the offer: 13,000 SR/month base salary 800SR /month transportation allowance Housing, medical and economy ...
Not cool! It's your right to ask all those questions before accepting, but all those questions should be clearly directed to your employer. If you want to avoid frustration when you arrive here you should have all answers documented in a contract ... Read More
Job Offer...advise please by expatmbw
Hello, I received an offer for a school position (yes, im being vague). I have a M.S. and two years of post graduate experience. This was the offer: 13,000 SR/month base salary 800SR /month transportation allowance Housing, medical and economy ...
Thanks for your response. You mentioned end of service. Does that mean a bonus or something?? Also a "married" status? What does that mean? If I go with my husband, does that make it "married" status? I have no idea what I would be asking for. So ... Read More
Job Offer...advise please by expatmbw
Hello, I received an offer for a school position (yes, im being vague). I have a M.S. and two years of post graduate experience. This was the offer: 13,000 SR/month base salary 800SR /month transportation allowance Housing, medical and economy ...
Because I need to know what I should expect in order to be prepared...der Why arent you asking THEM hlaf of those questions Read More
What are your Likes and Dislikes about Khobar! by Abdul.Alhilal
Just curious:D
I read in a forum that the employer can deny a person from being able to get a multiple entry/exit visa... should this be specified in the contract??? How do you make sure that you are screwed on your visa??? How should it be stated in the ... Read More
Can they keep your passport but issue an iqama ? Is this legal ? by saharadesert
My sponsor says it is the law in Saudi that they keep my passport but they will issue me an Iqama. They also said that whenever I need to travel I can just ask for my passport and pay the $60 travel visa.... Is holding ones passport legal in the ...
Very confusing... so its at least 6 months, i got that.. So, if the iqama expires first and you haven't used the multiple exit/entry visa do you still get fined??? how much are these fines were talking about as well? Read More
Can they keep your passport but issue an iqama ? Is this legal ? by saharadesert
My sponsor says it is the law in Saudi that they keep my passport but they will issue me an Iqama. They also said that whenever I need to travel I can just ask for my passport and pay the $60 travel visa.... Is holding ones passport legal in the ...
articles like this makes me think twice of wanting to come to saudi... what hapens if you object to your company and dont want to give them your passport? anyone been through this?I'm wondering the same thing...Has anyone ever experienced refusing ... Read More
Education Experts by kafka
I've been working in a "preparatory year" program at a university in Riyadh for six months and would like prospective new teachers to know that the only reason for being here is the money. Edex (as we call it) is a difficult employer. The ...
In regards to preventative measures for the newbies...should this be specified in your contract- single-entry visas?, renewals, etc? Read More
HELP NEEDED.. is this a good offer? by Ally1602
i have been made an offer for a staff nurse on PICU, I have 10 years experience. Initial term of your employment contract is for 2 YEARS, renewable thereafter. Basic Salary of SR 14,180 per month (Grade 08,Step 25). Relocation allowance in the ...
Is it normal for contracts to be two years?!? Seriously...what if ur miserable? Is this aspect ever negotiable? I'm referring to school positions as well. Read More
cinema? by rizwan2000
Hi, Are there movie cinemas in riyadh? cable tv with hbo etc? what to do other than malls and restaurants? Pls advise???
Oh, good...this is helpful! Riz: Some of the embassies have social events for their citizens. Many will let their citizens invite guests. Most active I know of is the US Embassy, and they have a wide range of events. I have no first hand ... Read More
Social life in Khobar by expatsoon2b
Sorry, is the social life that bad??? :( I'm considering moving to Khobar to work in a school. But, I'm from the USA and I'm used to going out and doing things (i.e, water sports, movies (I know those don't exist) music once in a while)...I've read ...
Water sports and movies do exist you just have to go to the right places - and yes as you know there is always the neighbours and their little island. Its fairly simple to get out thereWhat are the "right places" you're referring to? Sorry, I'm a ... Read More
Social life in Khobar
Sorry, is the social life that bad??? :( I'm considering moving to Khobar to work in a school. But, I'm from the USA and I'm used to going out and doing things (i.e, water sports, movies (I know those don't exist) music once in a while)...I've read ... Read More
Bayan Gardens School...any info???
I'm looking for more information about this school, in Khobar. I'm considering a position there, but haven't been able to find much. Is the area nice? Anyone had any experience with them? thanks! Read More