Dr. Khaled
@Darkt
Tunisian expat in Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
58
Contacts
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About me
Tunisian
Lives in Dammam, Eastern Province
Speaks Arabic, English, French, Spanish...
Registration: 26 December 2012
Job Change question
I have been working as an associate professor in a Government University for 3 years. Few weeks ago I was verbally informed by my dean in her office that my contract will not be renewed because they do not need my profile anymore (I teach IT and CS ... Read More
French course by Razann
I would like to learn french, however, my first language is Arabic, I'm a native Arabic speaker and I'm also good in English. So is there any french courses available now? Thanks,
Contact this number by what's app Read More
French course by Razann
I would like to learn french, however, my first language is Arabic, I'm a native Arabic speaker and I'm also good in English. So is there any french courses available now? Thanks,
Yes I know that :) A female tutor. How old are you? What is your studies level? And what is the goal from learning French? Read More
Newly joined faculty/professor from India in Saudi Arabia University by drak123
Is here anyone who joined first time (new joining) as an asst. professor or professor in any university of Saudi Arabia in the current academic year (August/Sept, 2015), or got the visa for the same.
There are many new faculty who already joined diffrent universities. Contact the University directly. Read More
Tunisian Driving Licence - Where to apply? by clumberdog
Applied nearly 2 years ago in Sfax for driving licence.AS you may have guessed have received nothing.Any advice on where to apply.Have lived here 5 years and really need to get this sorted out. Thanks to everyone in advance
You are welcome I hope the issue is going to be solved ASAP. :) Read More
Tunisian Driving Licence - Where to apply? by clumberdog
Applied nearly 2 years ago in Sfax for driving licence.AS you may have guessed have received nothing.Any advice on where to apply.Have lived here 5 years and really need to get this sorted out. Thanks to everyone in advance
You should be able to convert it. Visit this administration in Sfax to ask about it: ATTT http://goo.gl/maps/gw80U Read More
Tunisian Driving Licence - Where to apply? by clumberdog
Applied nearly 2 years ago in Sfax for driving licence.AS you may have guessed have received nothing.Any advice on where to apply.Have lived here 5 years and really need to get this sorted out. Thanks to everyone in advance
BTW do you have an Irish licence? Read More
New members of the Tunisia forum, introduce yourself here 聳 3rd quarter of 2015 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Tunisia 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 ...
James, You can find a very decent accommodation in a nice area for ~$600. Monthly expenses won't exceed $1000 per month for one person living comfortably. There some US expats and probably through the US embassy you can find out how to contact ... Read More
Tunisian Driving Licence - Where to apply? by clumberdog
Applied nearly 2 years ago in Sfax for driving licence.AS you may have guessed have received nothing.Any advice on where to apply.Have lived here 5 years and really need to get this sorted out. Thanks to everyone in advance
Try to apply through a driving school (Auto-ecole) in Sfax or Tunis. Read More
Salary demand
I think you can ask for 5500 Basic, 1200-1500 accommodation allowance, 500 transport allowance. Read More
would be based on the Sara Compound in Al Khobar by mooro_uk
I also have been offered a job at BAE and would be based on the Sara Compound in Al Khobar, so nobody has any experience of living at this place?
Most of Khobar Compounds have good facilities. The city is nice as well. Read More
Living in Dammam - Good area affordable rent + life for a woman there? by zaynaaa
Hi, I am zayna from Malaysia, i am considering of moving to Dammam as my husband got a job offerred in University of Dammam, its kinda difficult to decide as i have to let go my job here in Malaysia, I would like to know where is the good area and ...
Are you in Dammam yet? Still looking? Read More
French course by Razann
I would like to learn french, however, my first language is Arabic, I'm a native Arabic speaker and I'm also good in English. So is there any french courses available now? Thanks,
How old are you? What is the goal from learning French? Do you want a personal tutor? Read More
Salary demand
What salary did you have with the previous firm here in KSA? Read More
Dammam - suggest what to visit and where to eat?
In Dammam-Khobar-Dhahran (the triplet cities) you will have a similar or probably better experience than what you had in Jeddah. Most types of international cuisines and restaurants are available here. Read More
Mobily vs STC for high speed internet? by schulz
Which is faster? Mobily or STC? I am currently only getting 1mb download and half a meg upload speeds in my hotel, I need something faster.
100Mbps, I will post speed tests later. Read More
Mobily vs STC for high speed internet? by schulz
Which is faster? Mobily or STC? I am currently only getting 1mb download and half a meg upload speeds in my hotel, I need something faster.
I have opted for STC 4G LTE Router for home. I've been using it for ~3 weeks now! Not excellent but definitely better than the Mobily 4G that I have in my Office. Read More
Mobily vs STC for high speed internet? by schulz
Which is faster? Mobily or STC? I am currently only getting 1mb download and half a meg upload speeds in my hotel, I need something faster.
What do you think about the current offers/quality of STC 4G Vs Mobily 4G for internet at home? I am based in Dammam if someone has a specific opinion for the region. Read More
Coming to Dammam in a couple of months by Darkt
Hello guys! :) I have received an offer to relocate to Dammam for an Academic position. So I have these few questions in order to assess how good this offer is? Thanks in advance :) **Feel free to answer the questions you want :) - What would be ...
Finally I am in Dammam since 2 days now :) Read More
arriving in the kingdom in a weeks time by rooks
Hi, my husband has just received his visa for Saudi, and will probably be leaving South Africa in a weeks time to commence work there. All we know is that he will be working on site in a place called Khurais. I needed to find out, are you allowed ...
I will be in Dammam! Just few miles from Khobar. My family is coming with me. Yep some paperwork took longer than expected! Read More
arriving in the kingdom in a weeks time by rooks
Hi, my husband has just received his visa for Saudi, and will probably be leaving South Africa in a weeks time to commence work there. All we know is that he will be working on site in a place called Khurais. I needed to find out, are you allowed ...
Not yet! Hopefully my flight will be for next week!Are you joining him soon? Read More
arriving in the kingdom in a weeks time by rooks
Hi, my husband has just received his visa for Saudi, and will probably be leaving South Africa in a weeks time to commence work there. All we know is that he will be working on site in a place called Khurais. I needed to find out, are you allowed ...
Hey Rooks! So is your husband in KSA? Or not yet? Read More
Best car rental agencies in Dammam/Dhahran/Khobar by Darkt
Hello guys! I will be flying to Dammam in few days now! For starters I want to rent a car (before buying one after I am settled!) What agencies do you recommend? What do you suggest / advise me to choose etc... Any tips about the matter are welcome ...
They are present in Dammam: http://www.sixt.com/car-rental/saudi-arabia/dammam :)I learned something today :):) Read More
Best car rental agencies in Dammam/Dhahran/Khobar by Darkt
Hello guys! I will be flying to Dammam in few days now! For starters I want to rent a car (before buying one after I am settled!) What agencies do you recommend? What do you suggest / advise me to choose etc... Any tips about the matter are welcome ...
They are present in Dammam: http://www.sixt.com/car-rental/saudi-arabia/dammam :) Read More
Best car rental agencies in Dammam/Dhahran/Khobar by Darkt
Hello guys! I will be flying to Dammam in few days now! For starters I want to rent a car (before buying one after I am settled!) What agencies do you recommend? What do you suggest / advise me to choose etc... Any tips about the matter are welcome ...
sh3hryar, Thanks a lot for your input! :) I was leaning towards "Sixt" as I am familiar with them in Europe! Read More
Best car rental agencies in Dammam/Dhahran/Khobar
Hello guys! I will be flying to Dammam in few days now! For starters I want to rent a car (before buying one after I am settled!) What agencies do you recommend? What do you suggest / advise me to choose etc... Any tips about the matter are welcome ... Read More
arriving in the kingdom in a weeks time by rooks
Hi, my husband has just received his visa for Saudi, and will probably be leaving South Africa in a weeks time to commence work there. All we know is that he will be working on site in a place called Khurais. I needed to find out, are you allowed ...
Hey Rooks, replied to you PM :) I will be travelling to Dammam by the end of August ~25 or 26. My wife and my son (3years old) are coming with me. Read More
arriving in the kingdom in a weeks time by rooks
Hi, my husband has just received his visa for Saudi, and will probably be leaving South Africa in a weeks time to commence work there. All we know is that he will be working on site in a place called Khurais. I needed to find out, are you allowed ...
I am relocating to KSA too (in August) I will be in Dammam. Read More
arriving in the kingdom in a weeks time by rooks
Hi, my husband has just received his visa for Saudi, and will probably be leaving South Africa in a weeks time to commence work there. All we know is that he will be working on site in a place called Khurais. I needed to find out, are you allowed ...
OK! He will be living in Dammam? Or onsite in Khurais!? Read More
arriving in the kingdom in a weeks time by rooks
Hi, my husband has just received his visa for Saudi, and will probably be leaving South Africa in a weeks time to commence work there. All we know is that he will be working on site in a place called Khurais. I needed to find out, are you allowed ...
Hello Rooks, Is he in KSA now? Read More
Coming to Dammam in a couple of months by Darkt
Hello guys! :) I have received an offer to relocate to Dammam for an Academic position. So I have these few questions in order to assess how good this offer is? Thanks in advance :) **Feel free to answer the questions you want :) - What would be ...
Thanks for the input. I am actually having that Kind of budget for housing :)As I said in my 1st post. Read More
Coming to Dammam in a couple of months by Darkt
Hello guys! :) I have received an offer to relocate to Dammam for an Academic position. So I have these few questions in order to assess how good this offer is? Thanks in advance :) **Feel free to answer the questions you want :) - What would be ...
Another thing guys, What would be the best driving school in Dammam if someone has an experience? As my Tunisian licence is not convertible into a Saudi one? :/ For my first year, I am also planning a 45000-50000 SAR to buy a second hand car that ... Read More
Coming to Dammam in a couple of months by Darkt
Hello guys! :) I have received an offer to relocate to Dammam for an Academic position. So I have these few questions in order to assess how good this offer is? Thanks in advance :) **Feel free to answer the questions you want :) - What would be ...
When expats move they end up practically giving their stuff away so if I were you, I'd only buy what I absolutely needed and then keep my eyes open for the rest! For accessories, I really do like Ikea. There's one in Riyadh but I don't know about ... Read More
Coming to Dammam in a couple of months by Darkt
Hello guys! :) I have received an offer to relocate to Dammam for an Academic position. So I have these few questions in order to assess how good this offer is? Thanks in advance :) **Feel free to answer the questions you want :) - What would be ...
Wel I am planning a budget of 18000-20000 SAR to furnish the flat so that sounds OK :) Thank you for confirming it :) Read More
Coming to Dammam in a couple of months by Darkt
Hello guys! :) I have received an offer to relocate to Dammam for an Academic position. So I have these few questions in order to assess how good this offer is? Thanks in advance :) **Feel free to answer the questions you want :) - What would be ...
@desertlifestyle; Thanks for your input! What you say about the neighborhoods seems to contradict with what I read here and what other people me told me? I am having very good feedback about Al Mazruyiah and Al Shatti. I just need some modern, calm ... Read More
Coming to Dammam in a couple of months by Darkt
Hello guys! :) I have received an offer to relocate to Dammam for an Academic position. So I have these few questions in order to assess how good this offer is? Thanks in advance :) **Feel free to answer the questions you want :) - What would be ...
Nader & Allie, Thanks a lot for the links and replies! Very useful! :) Read More
Coming to Dammam in a couple of months by Darkt
Hello guys! :) I have received an offer to relocate to Dammam for an Academic position. So I have these few questions in order to assess how good this offer is? Thanks in advance :) **Feel free to answer the questions you want :) - What would be ...
BTW, Are there any good online real estate sites? Read More
Coming to Dammam in a couple of months by Darkt
Hello guys! :) I have received an offer to relocate to Dammam for an Academic position. So I have these few questions in order to assess how good this offer is? Thanks in advance :) **Feel free to answer the questions you want :) - What would be ...
Yes indeed Nader is very polite and helpful! :) However are you implying I've done something wrong? :)You've done nothing wrong :) I was simply impressed with Nader's polite manners and wanted to acknowledge him!Thanks for explaining Allie :) Read More
Coming to Dammam in a couple of months by Darkt
Hello guys! :) I have received an offer to relocate to Dammam for an Academic position. So I have these few questions in order to assess how good this offer is? Thanks in advance :) **Feel free to answer the questions you want :) - What would be ...
3dnan, Thanks alot for your reply with all the details. 10k? You mean in SAR? That's really affordable. Thanks again :) Read More
Coming to Dammam in a couple of months by Darkt
Hello guys! :) I have received an offer to relocate to Dammam for an Academic position. So I have these few questions in order to assess how good this offer is? Thanks in advance :) **Feel free to answer the questions you want :) - What would be ...
Yes indeed Nader is very polite and helpful! :) However are you implying I've done something wrong? :) Read More
Coming to Dammam in a couple of months by Darkt
Hello guys! :) I have received an offer to relocate to Dammam for an Academic position. So I have these few questions in order to assess how good this offer is? Thanks in advance :) **Feel free to answer the questions you want :) - What would be ...
Dear Nader; Thanks a lot for this great post :) Very good insights there indeed :)I do appreciate. You are living in Dammam since a long time? Read More
Coming to Dammam in a couple of months
Hello guys! :) I have received an offer to relocate to Dammam for an Academic position. So I have these few questions in order to assess how good this offer is? Thanks in advance :) **Feel free to answer the questions you want :) - What would be ... Read More