ATA ALVI
@APOLOGOD
Pakistani expat in Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
46
Contacts
21
About me
Pakistani
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks ENGLISH, URDU, PUNJABI, HINDI, bit of ARABIC
Registration: 21 November 2012
Registering a birth in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Have you had to or are you going to register a birth in Saudi Arabia? What was the experience like? Who is required to register the birth, and where? Can it be either the mother or father? What documents are usually required ...
why don't you come here and try yourself.......... Read More
Cost of living in Saudi Arabia - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Saudi Arabia, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded ...
dear OVERSMART Priscilla cost of living has increase way too high to live, for sure. surviving here with family kids, with less than 10,000 Riyals is not possible, period. and most non-Arabic speaking + non-western (creatures live and survive in ... Read More
Property prices in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Finding affordable housing in Saudi Arabia is number one priority for newcomers. Tell us more about the estate market in your district/city/region. What are the most desired places to live? What are the most affordable ones? ...
Dears all so called admins do we all participants who provide valuable feedbacks to you all, which is easily translated in fiscal units, we suppose to be paid for providing value generated feedback?.........just curious I don't know other ... Read More
Property prices in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Finding affordable housing in Saudi Arabia is number one priority for newcomers. Tell us more about the estate market in your district/city/region. What are the most desired places to live? What are the most affordable ones? ...
dear buddy not correct, most figure are absolutely wrong, few are correct........also not your fault, as I have mentioned in my comment, depends on Aqaari, every aqaari has his own wish and desire...... Read More
Property prices in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Finding affordable housing in Saudi Arabia is number one priority for newcomers. Tell us more about the estate market in your district/city/region. What are the most desired places to live? What are the most affordable ones? ...
it is a difficult task to find a housing/flat for you and especially if you are with family. worst thing in Saudi Arabia is that Government needs to have check and balance over real state business and there is none, housing cost must be cross ... Read More
Pets in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Many of us in Saudi Arabia have four-legged friends. What about you? Do you have one or more pets? Share your experience with us! What are the formalities to import pets in Saudi Arabia? What about pet adoption procedures in ...
now she is back with another question from whom pretty detailed info can be collected and them data can be sold to marketing companies........nice, how can i be admin and join your team and do data analysis and sell it then earn more ... Read More
Your best business development ideas in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hi everyone, As a foreign entrepreneur, launching a business in Saudi Arabia is a fantastic project and an exciting challenge. Some ideas are likely to succeed. Some others are promising but may not work as well as intended. In your opinion, ...
my question to Prescila and other so called admins, pure to my curiosity ( as I asked earlier) what you guys do with all the feedback (very important data from all users) how do you compile and how do you use this data. sure you are using it and ... Read More
Any member from Riyadh, owns BMW 750i (2009,2010,2011,2012) by APOLOGOD
hi ANYONE from Riyadh can guide where are the good workshops for German cars other than damned agencies (wakalaa), will be a big help. regards
thanks. in Riyadh anyone knows any used car showrooms, local cars or American imported where I can find Lexus LS 460 2010-2012....... Read More
Are you happy in Saudi Arabia? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Saudi Arabia? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in ...
YES. besides happiness is relative term, like life is all about living in gray shade there is nothing black and white in life just gray. living in KSA is a great experience and I gathered vast amount of social/professional/individual experience and ... Read More
Any member from Riyadh, owns BMW 750i (2009,2010,2011,2012) by APOLOGOD
hi ANYONE from Riyadh can guide where are the good workshops for German cars other than damned agencies (wakalaa), will be a big help. regards
THANKS BUDDY , I APPRECIATE IT. Read More
What are the reliable taxi services in Riyadh? by AnnaCampos
And can you get me the numbers:) Not sure where to call to get a cab:) Thank you!
dear which city are you in, if in Riyadh, lets say, UBAR or Easiy taxi etc... are available they are pretty organize, bit expansive but safe and arranged, check for them. Read More
Any member from Riyadh, owns BMW 750i (2009,2010,2011,2012) by APOLOGOD
hi ANYONE from Riyadh can guide where are the good workshops for German cars other than damned agencies (wakalaa), will be a big help. regards
Dear M. Seddik just by the way what car you have, any German range or ?..............am planning to buy 1 of famous three brands (BMW 750i, MERCEDEZ BENZ S550, LEXUS LS460) not new models but from 2009 to 2013 ranges. thought to check with you, ... Read More
Any member from Riyadh, owns BMW 750i (2009,2010,2011,2012) by APOLOGOD
hi ANYONE from Riyadh can guide where are the good workshops for German cars other than damned agencies (wakalaa), will be a big help. regards
thanks buddy (M.Seddik). any special person shall I see (your reference would be helpful), or just go there normal......you know here WAASTAAA matters. Regards Read More
Any member from Riyadh, owns BMW 750i (2009,2010,2011,2012)
hi ANYONE from Riyadh can guide where are the good workshops for German cars other than damned agencies (wakalaa), will be a big help. regards Read More
Abayas by runnertattoogirl
So, the hubby and I made it to a rather large souq mall off Olaya before you get to Kingdom Tower. We found MANY abaya stores, but none of them had any abayas like the one pictured (with hood). Therefore, my question is... has anyone seen this ...
check in Royal Mall, I am searching a really nice expansive abbaya for my wife as a gift and my hr lady in my company told me to check nicest abbayaaas in royal mall Read More
Trying to conceive. Any gynecologist / Specialist in Riyadh? by Gw_K
Hello, Can anyone suggest a good gynecologist/specialist Dr in riyadh who can help to conceive. Married for 3 yrs but no goodnews yet tried many Drs but root cause not known yet. New to Riyadh plz suggest me a good Dr...
depends on your range and choice of clinics. do you prefer hospital based Gynecologist or specialized fertility clinics. have you tried all famous specialist clinics like salman habib, Samir abbas, durriyah, and where I tried with my wife, talal ... Read More
To go to Riyadh or not ... ? by JumpinJay
I've done my research! Promise! But still undecided about accepting a new job in Riyadh. I'm from the UK, currently live in Dubai. I love my life here (friends/coffee/outdoor stuff/beach...) but my job isn't great. I'm a single guy, ...
with all others have said is RIGHT but one more thing. you will have lots of time to think about yourself and life, besides fun and only fun. might discover more ....... Read More
Common misconceptions and clich茅s about life in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clich茅s die hard, as the saying goes... and living in Saudi Arabia can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in Saudi Arabia? What ...
its been more than 14 years and since then all I have is respect for this great country, SAUDI ARABIA. I believe in GIVE RESPECT then expect RESPECT. any one who follow this rule will have no complains. each and every expat who comes here, its his / ... Read More
KETOGENIC diet
Hi anyone know how to start and get benefited from Ketogenic diet?, any one knows if there are professionals in Riyadh who can help in this issue? or any member has done it and can share his/her experiences? regards Read More
advice on financing a car
Salaam and Hello to everyone and especially in Riyadh KSA. I am living in Riyadh city in KSA and planning to buy LEXUS 460L 2009/2010 model. I need to know advice from any / every one who can guide me from where I can get financed this model. I need ... Read More
Where can i get abaya on a cheapest price Riyadh by Sahilhayat
Hi Folks, kindly suggest to me from where we can buye cheapest Abaya in riyadh, i know about batha , i couldn't find latest abaya there on a reasonable price. Your suggestion to me will be highly appreciated !
hi check Lulu markets in Batha and madina hypermarket in Al Mansoura and places like haram plaza on ring road near exit 21 also same place other shops also. Read More
Land Rover service centre by skvuppla
Hi I've heard that there's a land rover service centre north of DQ. Somewhere north of the northern ring road. Does anybody know where it is? I've heard it's supposed to be good. Anders
check this : http://www.mynaghimotors.ksa.landrover-me.com/en_ar/ another is on Prince Salman Road, Al Faisaliya Read More
Anybody interested at Forex in Riyadh
are you involved already in this or looking for info? Read More
Acne Scars by habibisweety
Which do you think is the best and fastest way to get rid of acne scars? Any good hospital ./ dermatologist in riyadh? Thanks :)
hi check, KAYA clinic in Riyadh, heard they are good Read More
Tips and advice to thrive in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Saudi Arabia? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...
1st, accept where you are and it is real and keep your eyes ears open, keep on learning. 2nd, respect LAW, never mess with law. 3rd, respect locals, give them priority, its their right and they like it. 4th, try to learn Arabic, if not too much then ... Read More
Best cities to live in Saudi Arabia by Julien
Hi, It聮s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Saudi Arabia. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
Eastern Province is Province of Saudi Arabia and Dammam is capital, khobar is rather modern city due to the existence of Aramco...... Read More
Best cities to live in Saudi Arabia by Julien
Hi, It聮s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Saudi Arabia. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
Hi. it all depends on, at what stage of life you are in Saudi Arabia, I have lived in Khobar/Dammam area for 13 years, good place if you have family kids......less congested but if you have targets in life to achieve, there are some dreams to make ... Read More
Can we live on 2400 Salary? Need other infos by Lenovo456
Hi every one.l have done master in political science.plz tel me Pakistani school where I can do job.my husband is doing job in company as labour selry 2400 .is this posible to manage monthly food and bils in this selry.I have also tution and ...
Dear have you received my previous msgs.......you still need to provide more info on different issues regarding your question, if you are serious about coming here, nothing is impossible. I have send you my no. because if you communicate faster, ... Read More
Can we live on 2400 Salary? Need other infos by Lenovo456
Hi every one.l have done master in political science.plz tel me Pakistani school where I can do job.my husband is doing job in company as labour selry 2400 .is this posible to manage monthly food and bils in this selry.I have also tution and ...
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Can we live on 2400 Salary? Need other infos by Lenovo456
Hi every one.l have done master in political science.plz tel me Pakistani school where I can do job.my husband is doing job in company as labour selry 2400 .is this posible to manage monthly food and bils in this selry.I have also tution and ...
dear have you done any B.Ed, or M.Ed........or any professional certification in teaching... can your husband change his profession in iqama... besides what you learned in teaching or stitching, you should and I am saying you should learn and have ... Read More
Can we live on 2400 Salary? Need other infos by Lenovo456
Hi every one.l have done master in political science.plz tel me Pakistani school where I can do job.my husband is doing job in company as labour selry 2400 .is this posible to manage monthly food and bils in this selry.I have also tution and ...
Salaam. your husband is in which city and tell me about yourself a little bit more about your husband, I might be able to help you and your husband, I am from Pakistan also. Regards. Read More
Relationship by LadyF_MT
What do you think of internet relationships ?
GREAT, why not, but you gotta be with open eyes, ears, and most importantly brain.........trust yourself not other until he/she pass all the tests.........wana try with me, hehehe Read More
Relationship by LadyF_MT
What do you think of internet relationships ?
they are ok, as long as web cam and audio is involved and relationships depends on the are for what reason, I like to have one Read More
Hi Im Hannah & just new to do this :) by haneyko
Im a Filipino & got an offer for a job in Sunset Beach Resort in Al khobar Saudi Arabia as Waitress, just wanted to ask if there are filipinas working in this establishment & is safe to work there. Please enlighten me or give me some info. thank u!
hi and wellcom to Khobar it is a great place to live, a lots Philippine community here...... if you want we can be friends and my email id is " yank4g@hotmail.com " take care Read More
khobar friends by expatgirly
Hello everyone! I live in khobar.. New to expatblog. In search of good friends. Anyone who lives in khobar n would like to make friends? :)
hey welcome to Khobar, I am here for 12 years and I have lived in almost every city in Kingdom, but Khobar is best... take care of yourself regards ATA Read More
Help with iqama-visa process
hi check this website, it contains almost any/every question, for living in Saudi Arabia, a good website qsaudi.com/ regards ATA Read More