trevor Cox
@trevorcox
English expat in Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
73
About me
English
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks english , suffolk.
Registration: 23 May 2012
New members of the Nigeria forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Nigeria forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Good Morning I am a Brit who has just been offered a positIon with Nestoil in Port Harcourt. just looking to see what living around Pt Harcourt is like -- entertainment, sport, Live music, etc. Do most folks work a 5 or 6 day week. Regards ... Read More
Squash Court by inampak
Hi, Where is it possible to play Squash in Riyadh? I mean some sports complex with open membership! I can only find crazy football all around ;)
hi There Yes i play if possible a couple of times a week if possible Just send me a message --0548861153 and I will get back to you Trev Read More
International driving license by Hsni
Can someone guide me about how to get an international driving license. I am an expat living in riyadh and do hold Saudi driving license and UAE driving license. I need it urgently. Please suggest. Thanks
good afternoon You can only obtain an international Driving Licence in the country of your origin. Ie i have to get my licence from UK. Regards Read More
Need your opinions please ?! by airakaz74
I am a student holds as a degree in economics and management, aged 24 years. Recently I received an offer as far as shopping in Riyadh, with a base salary of 3000 SAR + commission for a 2 years + accommodation and transportation (remains the ...
Good morning On that salary level stay at home !!!! That is not a sustainable salary to live on in Riyadh. But thats just my opinion --Unless you have missed of a 0 on your salary !!!! Regards Trev Read More
Allocated to Saudi by moeabdelaziz
Hi All, I've been appointed for a post in Saudi on 15 days bases in Saudi, I've never been there and I've been hearing from my colleagues about being a single man in Saudi. So please I would like to know what are the laws there and What isn't ...
Good Morning Having fun and Riyadh do not appear in the same sentence !!!!! Regards Trev Read More
Relocating to Riyadh.. by iss4m
Hello expats! I have this job offer in Riyadh, I am just a step away from getting it! My main worry is : Do the company that hires you really take your passport? What kind of procedures to follow if you want to go back home for 'personal' or urgent ...
Good morning It really depends on the company that you are working for and the position that you hold. generally all labourers, operaters, tradesmen etc will have their p p held by the company. If you are in management then generally you will ... Read More
How long does it take to get an exit visa? by shin-shin
Hi all - I'm an English teacher who recently resigned within my 90 day probationary period, and I'm currently waiting for my exit visa. I have been informed that the company I worked for will often wait a month before submitting the paperwork as a ...
Good Evening If a comapny wants to it can get a final exit visa for you in 1 day !!! However as you have mentioned they will delay as a 'punishment' Good Luck Trev Read More
Job offer by Wilson
Hi I received a job offer from Saudi Arabia GE and the package is really good. But the problem is they told me come here on business visa due to saudization and after 3 months they will transfer me under employment visa. I already received my ...
Good Evening As per my experience it is not possible to transfer from Business to Iqama without returning back to your country of origin --ie your passport. Regards Trev Read More
will die from boredom by meshal-tx
hi i'm new to this website but i'm glad found it. i just came back to Riyadh after spending the best four years of my life in The US. and now i'm here and i don't have any social activity at all. and i'd like you to help me or guide to where i can ...
Good Evening Join Internations Regards Trev Read More
is there any problem if my job title in iqama is different ?
in short --yes it could be a problem if your Iqama is different to the position you have applied for Regards Trev ( Uk Bedouin ) Read More
Nightlife in Riyadh ? by Sam_R
It's been a while since i moved to Riyadh, and unfortunately it's totally a different lifestyle from the place where i came. There's no social activities that can be made, except for cafes and restaurants. Is there any way to get linked to social ...
Good evening I would suggest that yu join internations in Riyadh. It is quite an active branch with several different activities. I run the 4 x 4 section and we try and go out to the desert at least 2 times a month. Last trip was to the Edge of ... Read More
Dental Care in Riyadh by Alliecat
Okay.. been here since summer and it's time for a cleaning and checkup. My hospitalization doesn't cover dental so it's up to[i] me[/i]but it rather scares me here. Where do all of you go .. who do you recommend? ONLY Riyadh, please.
How can I score another dental clinic when I have only been to one that i have found good!! It is as usual down to personnel experience wether it be a dentist, hotel, or car hire Whats good for the goose is not always good for the gander !!! I ... Read More
Anyone know of a decent Expat squash/badminton club? by Rob80
Hi, I am trying to find a decent club to join with a friendly atmosphere and preferably mixed.
Good evening I play at the Intercon Palms club and there is definitely no queue there !!! Generally play 3 times a week Regards Trevor Read More
Anyone know of a decent Expat squash/badminton club? by Rob80
Hi, I am trying to find a decent club to join with a friendly atmosphere and preferably mixed.
I play 3 times a week at the Intercon --Playing tomorrow evening at 6 if you are around Trev Read More
Cost of living and salary in Jubail by IMUHAMMAD
Hi All, i have been offered to work in SABIC by contracting company. I am Mechanical Engineer with 12 years of experiance. Currently working in canada. I have been offered 20000 Saudi Riyal per month in salary, 5000 per month housing allowance and ...
Not sure what you are replying to with that comment !!!! Read More
Why is there no bus service or metro in Riyadh? by eveningstar
We all know there is no bus service or Metro in Riyadh. However does anyone know why not? Evening star
If you are able to be around in about another 5 years you will be able to make use of those facilities An alliance has already been set up --presume construction will follow --But like all major projects here do not hold your breath!!!! Read More
guyz want to knw abt call centre jobs & company for females in riyadh by mazzy
hey guyz..........please if u knw anythg abt the call centre / bpo companies in riyadh or vacancies / jobs as a call centre agent for females please let me knw.......
I am not aware of any call center places in KSA !!! Read More
How do I Watch American Football? by Mojomark
I'm a huge Miami Dolphin fan but I find myself in Riyadh and can't figure out how to watch their games. I have downloaded ESPN, NFL.com, installed VPN but they still require an american cable provider. Would love to see the game today. Does anyone ...
I am not a fan but I do have 2 channels that is showing football --The satalitte channel is Perla It also has the cricket channels for anyonelooking to see 20 20 and the upcoming England test matches Read More
Dental Care in Riyadh by Alliecat
Okay.. been here since summer and it's time for a cleaning and checkup. My hospitalization doesn't cover dental so it's up to[i] me[/i]but it rather scares me here. Where do all of you go .. who do you recommend? ONLY Riyadh, please.
Good Evening I am currently having serious dental work done -- implants, Bridge work and also root canal!! I am using DIMA DENTAL CENTER - based in Tahlia street, with Dr Ammar Brilliant is all I can say and the only pain is in the pocket ... Read More
any parties ?? by dudethezoz
hey i was wondering is their any parties soon or smthn ?? i'd appreciate your help ..
wouldnt we all like to know -- if and when you find these parties let us know !!! Regards Trev Read More
Riyadh Sports Center by ringgo_myguy
My friend used to bring me with him as his swimming buddy at this indoor swimming and we used to pay SR10/person only. Now hes back in his own country and I dont have any idea where the place is. I know it is situated in the outskirt of Riyadh City, ...
the Riyadh Football Club is just past the entrance to DQ heading out on the Mecca road. Pass wadi hanify on your right and then take the first exit on the right --986 or something like that. Turn right at the top and continue for about 4-5 kms. ... Read More
Anyone for Squash by Jaza
Hi, I'm new to Riyadh, currently in a serviced apartment at Al Khozama. I'm looking for a squash partner to play either at the Health Club here or somewhere nearby. My level is somewhere between beginner and intermediate however fitness needs ...
Good Afternoon all Sorry about lack of response to blogs - A few things happened along the way -- mainly had a heavy thursday evening and feel asleep at lunch time and woke up at 17.00 hrs -- too late and in no condition to play squash !!! I am ... Read More
Anyone know of a decent Expat squash/badminton club? by Rob80
Hi, I am trying to find a decent club to join with a friendly atmosphere and preferably mixed.
Good afternoon Are yu sure that the Arabian Homes squash courts are ok !!! 2 of my friends live there but do not play there because thay are not in a good condition -last time i played there water was leaking on the floor form the AC and the ... Read More
Anyone know of a decent Expat squash/badminton club? by Rob80
Hi, I am trying to find a decent club to join with a friendly atmosphere and preferably mixed.
Hi There ok where is your compound? Sounds good to me for Friday pm at about 15.00 hrs if thas ok for everyone -- can be later No problem Look forward to it Regards Trevor 548861153 Read More
Springhill Group by trevorcox
good Afternoon All I have been approached by a company called --SPRINGHILL GROUP based in Soeul, Korea offeringme some investment opportunity. Has anyone on this forum used the above company , or has any contacts that are or have been using this ...
Alliecat Yes for sure my sentiments as well -- It is amazing that someone you do not know is offering you a once in a lifetime opportunity to invest before anyone else has a chance !!!! I have been exposed previously by these investment ... Read More
Springhill Group
good Afternoon All I have been approached by a company called --SPRINGHILL GROUP based in Soeul, Korea offeringme some investment opportunity. Has anyone on this forum used the above company , or has any contacts that are or have been using this ... Read More
Anyone know of a decent Expat squash/badminton club? by Rob80
Hi, I am trying to find a decent club to join with a friendly atmosphere and preferably mixed.
Riyadh club seeems the most likely place as its 15 sar. Also seems as if you have expenditure for a racquet . If you want to play Friday pm say around 15.00 hrs I can meet you there And this also goes to anyone else that wants to play Regards ... Read More
Anyone know of a decent Expat squash/badminton club? by Rob80
Hi, I am trying to find a decent club to join with a friendly atmosphere and preferably mixed.
good Evening Just had a game of squash at the Riyadh Football Club courts --3 excellent glass backed courts and only 15 sar for how ever long you play. Intercon is 100 sar for a guest! if anyone wants to make a bit of a group then I am all for ... Read More
Anyone know of a decent Expat squash/badminton club? by Rob80
Hi, I am trying to find a decent club to join with a friendly atmosphere and preferably mixed.
Hi There Yes I am very interested --I play there often myself Regards Trevor Read More
Can I bring my husaband to Riyad as I work there? by aminahanjela
Asalamalaikum. I am a dentist by profession and I am being hired in one of the private clinics in Riyad. How cn I bring my husband with me to live with me in Saudi?
Good Afternon The only people who can answer you correctly is your employer as they control the type of visa that you are coming in on. Regards Read More
Anyone know of a decent Expat squash/badminton club? by Rob80
Hi, I am trying to find a decent club to join with a friendly atmosphere and preferably mixed.
Well when you ind one let us all know!! If you want to play some competitive squash there is the riyadh Squash leagues. Google --RIYADH SQUASH In all my time here i have never seen a lady squash player!! I play at the Intercontinental -- they ... Read More
Minimum salary package requirement (Jubail) by across countries
Can anyone share some insight about what is the minimum salary package to Saudi Arabia for an expat (engineer position)? I've been reading all the topics from here, but I still feel a bit lost. Thank you in advance !
I reply as before --there is no minimum and no maximum salary for a position in KSA. the Minimum is what you are prepared to accept and the maximum is the most that you can get out of the company !!!!!! No one on this forum will be able to tell ... Read More
Minimum salary package requirement (Jubail) by across countries
Can anyone share some insight about what is the minimum salary package to Saudi Arabia for an expat (engineer position)? I've been reading all the topics from here, but I still feel a bit lost. Thank you in advance !
With regard to KSA there are no taxes imposed on your salary. what ever tax you have to pay in your home country or where ever you may live is then between you the local tax office. Regards Trevor Read More
Cost of living and salary in Jubail by IMUHAMMAD
Hi All, i have been offered to work in SABIC by contracting company. I am Mechanical Engineer with 12 years of experiance. Currently working in canada. I have been offered 20000 Saudi Riyal per month in salary, 5000 per month housing allowance and ...
Dear Sir Well depends on how many children you have, what age they are and what schol you will be able to afford to send them. School fees vary as in the cost of cars !!! You must seriously look at the situation other wise with medical, school ... Read More
Job offer from Jubail
Dear Sir How can you apply for / get a job and have no idea of the salary etc!!! Surely this is the first thing that you find out. Also are you managing a crane company, or are you an operator? Is it a nation wide company as in Sparrows ... Read More
Minimum salary package requirement (Jubail) by across countries
Can anyone share some insight about what is the minimum salary package to Saudi Arabia for an expat (engineer position)? I've been reading all the topics from here, but I still feel a bit lost. Thank you in advance !
If you read all the above posts you will see what to ensure that you have included in your package. But as previously mentioned it all depends on your nationality, type of position you are applying for, and who you are working for and in what ... Read More
brining my laptop to Saudi PL ADVICE by SyedK
HI ALL
Hi I travel in and out of Saudi at least every couple of weeks and I have never been asked to turn my lap top on Regards Trevor Read More
Going to Bahrain, do I need an entry-exit visa? by shenry
I'm going to Dammam on buisness for the next 10 days and was thinking of taking a day trip to Bahrain. My question is do I travel with my iqama or my passport? If passport do I need an entry-exit visa?
Dear sir Yes you need an entry / exit visa to leave the kingdom unless you have a multiple exit/ entry visa. You of course will need your passport for the bahrain entry and exit stamp. Regards Trevor Read More
Telecoms Engineer Offer by hbkwarhieght26
Hi! I am a fresh graduate with a degree in Electronics and communications engineering. I received a job offer as cadet engineer for 2000SAR + 300 food allowance(they are all monthly) with free accommodation. My question is: 1. Is this salary a ...
Dear Sir From what i am seeing here that salary level is pretty low --even by saudi standards. As regards food allowance it is a difficukt one to answer as only you know how u live. for me that would last about 2 days if i was lucky. There are ... Read More
What is the deal with religious police? by democi
I have yet to encounter the religious police. Do they really exist in Jeddah? If so, what is their exact purpose? How risky is it to go out with a girl that's not my sister/mom/aunt?
My only comment is -Long may you keep it that way !! Read More
Heat by gary031659
I am coming to work in Jeddah and must admit that I am afraid of the heat. I know all the offices are air conditioned, can anyone tell me how they deal with the heat and how it affects what they do day in day out Thanks so much Gary Pittsburgh, USA
hi there It really depends on what your job is !! Unless you are coming as a labourer, construction worker , or a street cleaner !!! For most of us the heat is not an issue except between the air conditioned flat and the car !! but then get the ... Read More
Teenage jobs for girl in Riyadh city by Justsomegirl
hello people, Im a 17 year girl living in KSA, I dont know how to speak Arabic since I moved here from Canada a while ago. Im staying here most of this summer and Im looking for a job, I live in Olaya district and Im pretty much looking for a good ...
Well as the others have posted , you will not be able to get a job on a visit visa!! No company would be paying you under the table !! So maybe a rethink on the situation is required. We all are looking for a good job that pays well ... Read More
local bank vs offshore vs UK bank
Good Evening HSBC Jersey is as good as any for a brit --especiall if you have an HSBC UK account. Other wise any of the main stream banks have off shore facilities. Regards Read More
Squash Court by inampak
Hi, Where is it possible to play Squash in Riyadh? I mean some sports complex with open membership! I can only find crazy football all around ;)
hi Shane I would like some contact details of squash if possible Regards Trevor Read More
Visa for my wife by CED1974
Dear All, I am French and I will be moving to saudi Arabia (Ryad) soon for a one year contract. I would like to bring my wife with me. Could any one let me know the procedure and how long it takes? Thank you in advance for your answers. Rgds
Mr Mohsinkhilji My reply was for you However Mr Evening Star will also have problems as he needs all original docs which need to be attested Regards Trevor Read More
Need information about salary by Mohsinkhilji
Hi everybody, Please give your feedback I am selected in a Samama Company for Operation and Management for the post of biomedical technician. I am a biomedical engineering degree holder. I want to Know that How is samama company? is there growth ...
Dear sir With a salary of 2200 you will be classed just above a labourer and will not be able to bring wife etc at all. On that salary you will not be able to keep her. Regards Trevor Read More
just moved to riyadh by eng.moe
hey everyone, i just moved here to riyadh, and im hoping to make some friends in the area, and can someone pls tell me what do single ppl do for fun around here?
Hi Well hopefully you will have read all the other posts and seen what there is to do --or rather not to do!! There was a great Brit lady --Rebecca doing Zumba and Boot camp classes that were well attended by ex pats --but due to the usual ... Read More
Need information about salary by Mohsinkhilji
Hi everybody, Please give your feedback I am selected in a Samama Company for Operation and Management for the post of biomedical technician. I am a biomedical engineering degree holder. I want to Know that How is samama company? is there growth ...
Dear Sir For 2200.00 SAR you will heardly exist !Your classification will be one of the lewest and as such you will not be allowed to bring your family. Regards Trevor Read More
Visa for my wife by CED1974
Dear All, I am French and I will be moving to saudi Arabia (Ryad) soon for a one year contract. I would like to bring my wife with me. Could any one let me know the procedure and how long it takes? Thank you in advance for your answers. Rgds
Dear Sir Surely this will all be handled by your company You will have enough to do to be setling in here without the added burden of a visa for your wife!! Company is the first point of call surely !!!! With regard to that your visa will ... Read More
Anyone for Squash by Jaza
Hi, I'm new to Riyadh, currently in a serviced apartment at Al Khozama. I'm looking for a squash partner to play either at the Health Club here or somewhere nearby. My level is somewhere between beginner and intermediate however fitness needs ...
any squash players drop me a line I am in DQ but difficult to get people in there I play at the intercon --Quest fee is 100 sar Regards Trevor Read More
Seriously thinking of job relocation by Casual-Swimmer
Hi all, My company recently asked me to work in Riyadh, and I am trying to determine whether the package is good. I have about 4 years of engineering experience and will be working for a year and 3 months. All info is preliminary, but I would be ...
Casual Swimmer not sure where you are getting a compound apartment for 10,000.00 a year!! i have just moved from Arabian Homes compound in Yanbu, WHICH IS THE SAME GROUPS AS riyadh and my company wa spaying 110,000.00 sar a year with 6 months up ... Read More
Squash Court by inampak
Hi, Where is it possible to play Squash in Riyadh? I mean some sports complex with open membership! I can only find crazy football all around ;)
Good Evening The intercontinental has courts and a membership --around 4000 sar for the year Regards Trevor Read More
second cars by HUMBLEMAN
Hi everyone, I will be coming over to Riyadh from London in August and have started looking to buy a second hand car. I am mostly checking on riyadh.dubizzle.com. Is there any other website or car dealers that I can check online? I will be needing ...
Once again an almost impossible question to answer. What is your budget, what do you want to do with it etc etc if you are looking for a 4 x 4 then there is a wide choice from Kia/ Hyundai/ Mazda/ Honda etc ec right up to Lincoln Escalade / Range ... Read More
Buraydah living by Mrs DH
can any one please tell me about living condition in buraydah and also a good international school for kindergarten up
To all please be advised that absolutely no offence was taken -- That is sometimes the problem with this type of format -that words are taken literally as there can be no expression given . I can asure you that having been in the Middle East for ... Read More
second cars by HUMBLEMAN
Hi everyone, I will be coming over to Riyadh from London in August and have started looking to buy a second hand car. I am mostly checking on riyadh.dubizzle.com. Is there any other website or car dealers that I can check online? I will be needing ...
Dear Sir Firstly does your employer provide transport? If not how are u getting to work? Taxi,s are available but if No 1 does not apply then you need to look for a driver for your family. Alternatively if u r on a compaund and it is a western ... Read More
Minimum salary package requirement (Jubail) by across countries
Can anyone share some insight about what is the minimum salary package to Saudi Arabia for an expat (engineer position)? I've been reading all the topics from here, but I still feel a bit lost. Thank you in advance !
I have been reading replies to this thread and i am amazed at what I am seeing. To be honest all the answers are correctas it depends on who you ar owrking for. If you are with say Chevron, Brown and Root, Stone and Webster, etc then yes salary ... Read More
intro from city of olympics 2012! by londoner1
Dear Comrades, Hope you readers are all very well :) Just a quick hi! Thinking of moving to Riyadh as I have a job offer that seems too good to say no to. However i'm super-nervous!! Lived all my live in England, mostly as a Londoner. Having a ...
Hi There NEVER NEVER EVER take a local contract !!! Why would you want to do that. are you a local?? You will get no flights, medical, holiday leave, transport, end of employment benifits, etc etc etc Regards Trevor Read More
Buraydah living by Mrs DH
can any one please tell me about living condition in buraydah and also a good international school for kindergarten up
Dear Madam As per the comment of another correspondent -No I am not a muslim and if I was then maybe i would look at Buraydah and certainly Saudi Arabia in a different light. My idea of grim is the lack of the following: 1. No european style ... Read More
intro from city of olympics 2012! by londoner1
Dear Comrades, Hope you readers are all very well :) Just a quick hi! Thinking of moving to Riyadh as I have a job offer that seems too good to say no to. However i'm super-nervous!! Lived all my live in England, mostly as a Londoner. Having a ...
Hi There What sort of job are you looking at What are your expectations for this place !! ask away and will try and head you in the right direction Regards Trevor Read More
Only 3 days for Temporary Accommodation!!!!!
Dear Sir I do not see how any company can expect you to find accomodation in 3 days!! You will not even know where you are in that time!! Also it will be impossible for you to rent until you get your Iqama --could be 3-4 months depending on the ... Read More
British driving licence
Hi There You cannot change to an international one here --You should have brought it from the UK. You can only get a saudi licence when you have your iqama Maybe 3-4 months down the track. Regards Trevor Read More
hajj time?????? by abuzak
hi there everyone im coming to khobor in August then will start processing my family visa my question is will the hajj season delay the family visa processing time bear in mind my wife is due to give birth in December so i wanted to bring her and ...
Just a thought --if you are coming from the UK why would you want your child born in KSA. My daughter was born in AUH and curses me every time she has to fill in a form that asks --Place of birth?? If not UK go to Section 1 = 2 =3 - 4 etc etc ... Read More
hajj time?????? by abuzak
hi there everyone im coming to khobor in August then will start processing my family visa my question is will the hajj season delay the family visa processing time bear in mind my wife is due to give birth in December so i wanted to bring her and ...
Good evening It is very very doubtful wether u will have your visa Iqama by then , let alone your wifes !!! Do not forget that the hajj season means virtually nothing is done here from a government point of view !! Regards Trev Read More
Minimum salary package requirement (Jubail) by across countries
Can anyone share some insight about what is the minimum salary package to Saudi Arabia for an expat (engineer position)? I've been reading all the topics from here, but I still feel a bit lost. Thank you in advance !
Dear Sir You have asked a question thats almost impossible to answer. There is no standrd salry and very little quide lines. It all depends on your nationality, position you hold, type of company you are working for, years of experience, locally ... Read More
Buraydah living by Mrs DH
can any one please tell me about living condition in buraydah and also a good international school for kindergarten up
Hi Mrs DH Well i go to buraydah once a week and the only thing i want to do is get out as quickly as possible !! It seems to me as a brit ex pat that living conditions are pretty grim. Not sure about schools as i have no children , but maybe ... Read More
second cars by HUMBLEMAN
Hi everyone, I will be coming over to Riyadh from London in August and have started looking to buy a second hand car. I am mostly checking on riyadh.dubizzle.com. Is there any other website or car dealers that I can check online? I will be needing ...
i personelly would not buy if you really have to. Becayse if the job goes pear shaped yiu than have a vehicle that u have to get rid of and if its on a loan you have to clear all your debts before you will get a cancelled visa. Same applies to rent ... Read More
second cars by HUMBLEMAN
Hi everyone, I will be coming over to Riyadh from London in August and have started looking to buy a second hand car. I am mostly checking on riyadh.dubizzle.com. Is there any other website or car dealers that I can check online? I will be needing ...
Hi There There are loads of cars show rooms in Riyadh both new and second hand However u will not be able to do anything until you have all yiour residence sorted --only other option is to rent trevor Read More
Business Visit Visa Expiry
90 days form the time of issue in your passport !! I was caught out last year coming back into Jeddah --I arrived at 06.00 am and was back on the same plane at 08.00am !!!! Trevor Read More