MancDoc
English expat in Saudi Arabia
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Registration: 04 December 2012
How long is a multiple exit re-entry visa valid for? by MancDoc
The answer seems obvious but I need to be sure. I always thought that it was valid for 6 months i.e., I could travel in and out of KSA within 6 months of getting the visa. I have just checked my details on the ministry web site and it tells me ...
You can check the details and validity of your exit re-entry visa on the Saudi Ministry of Interior website. I have found out that the visa starts to run from the date you first travel out of the Kingdom. Mine was valid for 175 days from my first ... Read More
How long is a multiple exit re-entry visa valid for? by MancDoc
The answer seems obvious but I need to be sure. I always thought that it was valid for 6 months i.e., I could travel in and out of KSA within 6 months of getting the visa. I have just checked my details on the ministry web site and it tells me ...
Thanks for your reply. I first travelled outside KSA on 10/01/2014. The Muqeen website now has my visa validity as 204 days from 1st exit date. It also has a "return before" date of 04/07/2014 which is 204 days from the date of issue in December ... Read More
How long is a multiple exit re-entry visa valid for?
The answer seems obvious but I need to be sure. I always thought that it was valid for 6 months i.e., I could travel in and out of KSA within 6 months of getting the visa. I have just checked my details on the ministry web site and it tells me ... Read More
Accommodation at Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital, Riyadh. by MancDoc
I am thinking of coming to work with Habib Medical Group in Riyadh. I will be offered family accommodation by the hospital. Is this in a "Western style" compound? I understand quite a few of the hospital staff use this forum. Any first hand ...
Themoe, Sorry, you have lost me there. Perhaps you are referring to a comment that has been edited or deleted. Read More
FOURTH BOWLING GET TOGETHER by hmh287
DEAR ALL, I would like to invite all the members of Expat-blog.com / Riyadh to attend the Fourth Bowling Get Together, DATE, TIME & VENUE Kindly send me a message to know the date, time and venue. COST SR.100/- 3 Games (8 person per lane ...
I will attend. May bring a friend as well. Read More
National Museum opening hours
I went to the museum over the holiday period and there was no problem. Why avoid national holidays? Read More
Unsolicited act of kindness by MancDoc
Fellow EBers, I posted a message a few days a back asking for the opening hours for the national museum in Riyadh. Whilst I got no answers on the forum, I received a PM offering to meet me at the museum and take me round. We arranged this and I ...
I think most afternoons are OK for single men. Check their website though it can be a bit vague. My friend was fairly certain that the segregation of sexes was not altogether strictly enforced as long as you looked "responsible" and did not appear ... Read More
Unsolicited act of kindness by MancDoc
Fellow EBers, I posted a message a few days a back asking for the opening hours for the national museum in Riyadh. Whilst I got no answers on the forum, I received a PM offering to meet me at the museum and take me round. We arranged this and I ...
I am more than happy to help. My level of Arabic and knowledge of local norms will be woefully lacking though. Mafi Mushkila. Read More
Unsolicited act of kindness by MancDoc
Fellow EBers, I posted a message a few days a back asking for the opening hours for the national museum in Riyadh. Whilst I got no answers on the forum, I received a PM offering to meet me at the museum and take me round. We arranged this and I ...
Not sure about that Alliecat. By now you almost qualify as being "a national woman" here in Saudi Arabia. I can imagine you doing the same for a newbie!! Read More
Unsolicited act of kindness
Fellow EBers, I posted a message a few days a back asking for the opening hours for the national museum in Riyadh. Whilst I got no answers on the forum, I received a PM offering to meet me at the museum and take me round. We arranged this and I ... Read More
National Museum opening hours
I got the following info from a website: "The museum is closed all day Saturday and also on Friday mornings. Families can visit on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings (4.30pm to 9pm) whilst men can visit between 9am and 12 noon ... Read More
Weekend Meeting by HRGuru
Open invitation for all EB members in Riyadh for a networking meeting. Date: 21 June 2013 Time : After Asr Prayer or after 3:30 Venue : Coffee Shop at Tahlia Localizer Mall Attendees confirmed as of now : TLL & me. Agenda : Just to get to know ...
Is there a meeting planned for this weekend? Read More
Are 拢50 (GBP) notes accepted at bureau de changes?
Thank you tweaked. I ask because some countries do not like the 拢50 note for fear of forgeries. Many outlets in the UK also refuse to accept 拢50 notes. What about "slightly worn" notes? Are they fussy about the condition of the money? Read More
Are 拢50 (GBP) notes accepted at bureau de changes?
Does anyone know if 拢50 notes (british pounds) are accepted at bureau de changes in Riyadh? Any personal experience would be helpful. Thanks in advance. Read More
Bringing over the counter medicines into the Kingdom
Is there any problem bringing over the counter non prescription medicines for personal use? I refer to Paracetamol, Ibuprofen, Lemsip (flu powder), and Imodium (anti-diarrhoea). I understand prescription medicines must have a doctor's ... Read More
A tale of the stubborn US doctor and the stubborn KSA hospital by themoe
Here's some comic relief for all you bored expats in KSA. I applied for a job in a hospital in Riyadh several months ago. As usual, both parties negotiated on salary but, unfortunately, could not agree, so I declined the job offer. Two weeks later ...
Thanks themoe. It won't be the same though if you are not there. Remember we are talking about the same hospital!! O Read More
A tale of the stubborn US doctor and the stubborn KSA hospital by themoe
Here's some comic relief for all you bored expats in KSA. I applied for a job in a hospital in Riyadh several months ago. As usual, both parties negotiated on salary but, unfortunately, could not agree, so I declined the job offer. Two weeks later ...
Interesting one themoe. I followed your previous postings on the topic. I thought the 5% increase matched what you wanted initially? For what it's worth, consider the 5% increase and if it meets your requirements, go for it. Otherwise approach ... Read More
Skype, dropbox, Whatsapp, etc. Blocked in Saudi?
Hi, A while ago, someone mentioned that Whatsapp would be blocked in Saudi. Has this happened? What about Skype, Dropbox (and other cloud storage services)? I am about to relocate to Riyadh and I would be grateful for some info. Thanks. Read More
Dress code for doctors in hospital by MancDoc
What is the accepted dress code for male hospital doctors? A lot of European hospitals are slowly doing away with ties and long sleeved shirts for infection control reasons. Are short sleeved T-shirts baring the elbows acceptable? Are open necked ...
Thanks Allie. Over the last 8 years or so, the UK has adopted a "bare below the elbows" dress code for hospital staff in clinical areas. Polo shirts and short sleeved shirts are quite common. Theatre scrubs are also used. Ties are frowned upon. ... Read More
Dress code for doctors in hospital
What is the accepted dress code for male hospital doctors? A lot of European hospitals are slowly doing away with ties and long sleeved shirts for infection control reasons. Are short sleeved T-shirts baring the elbows acceptable? Are open necked ... Read More
Postal service? by irishmom
Hi, I am a newbie to Riyadh, arrived two weeks ago with my three children to join my husband. I am a bit stumped with the postal system. My son's birthday is in two weeks and my family want to send cards. Where/ how do I receive post?? The compound ...
How exactly do people receive post? I am thinking of relocating from the UK and a lot of my letters will be sent on to me (Riyadh). Am I at risk of late/ non arrival of such letters? How about sending letters (ordinary mail) from Riyadh? There ... Read More
educational qualification attested in the UK by mikesharp
Hi there, anyone has attested his certificate in the UK? How long it takes, I'm trying to phone Saudi Arabian Cultural Bureau but no one is asnwering. Any experience you have had in getting your certificate attested in the UK? Thanks Mike
Unfortunately only the original certificate will doThis is worrying. Surely some people still frame their degree certificates. Has anyone had to deal with this situation? How do you present a framed certificate for verification? How can you ... Read More
educational qualification attested in the UK by mikesharp
Hi there, anyone has attested his certificate in the UK? How long it takes, I'm trying to phone Saudi Arabian Cultural Bureau but no one is asnwering. Any experience you have had in getting your certificate attested in the UK? Thanks Mike
Better to go UAE then coming here in KSA once you come here you can find other better job but again company wont let you; that is crap i am suffering for all thisI am not sure I understand your post. I have a job offer in KSA. No job offer in UAE. Read More
educational qualification attested in the UK by mikesharp
Hi there, anyone has attested his certificate in the UK? How long it takes, I'm trying to phone Saudi Arabian Cultural Bureau but no one is asnwering. Any experience you have had in getting your certificate attested in the UK? Thanks Mike
I have not yet started the process of attesting my qualifications but it looks like it can be a drawn out process. My UK qualifications are professionally framed and hanging on the wall in my office. It seems the certificates have to be physically ... Read More
Accommodation at Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital, Riyadh. by MancDoc
I am thinking of coming to work with Habib Medical Group in Riyadh. I will be offered family accommodation by the hospital. Is this in a "Western style" compound? I understand quite a few of the hospital staff use this forum. Any first hand ...
Thanks Alliecat. That sounds a bit worrying. Financial problems are not what I associated with KSA. That said, Habib have expanded phenomenally in recent years and they seem to be permanently recruiting. I presume they still pay salaries, etc!! ... Read More
Accommodation at Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital, Riyadh. by MancDoc
I am thinking of coming to work with Habib Medical Group in Riyadh. I will be offered family accommodation by the hospital. Is this in a "Western style" compound? I understand quite a few of the hospital staff use this forum. Any first hand ...
Thanks to brighway. Anyone actually living in the hospital quarters or know someone who is? Read More
Accommodation at Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital, Riyadh.
I am thinking of coming to work with Habib Medical Group in Riyadh. I will be offered family accommodation by the hospital. Is this in a "Western style" compound? I understand quite a few of the hospital staff use this forum. Any first hand ... Read More