
Salman
@shikra
Pakistani expat in Saudi Arabia
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About me
Pakistani
Lives in Dammam
Speaks English, Urdu, Arabic (little)
Registration: 06 April 2013
Why people smoke ?? by valar_morghulis
Hi All, I am a smoker, someone asked me that why you smoke and i was answerless. what you say why you smoke ? or what you think why one needed it badly even he/she knews that it is waste of health and waste of money.
It adds as an additional activity/leisure/comfort period/moment of enjoyment and active discussions to your life.................. :D Read More
OMGGGG ROBBERY by thegameguru
One of my friends got robbed in Olayah area. He was in a mosque praying and had left his Laptop bag and other stuff and when he comes back he sees the rear door glass shattered and the laptop missing. :( :( What do you friends suggest to do next in ...
Few places are famous for such incidents in every city. Overall, the crime rate is very less and you feel secure most of the time :) Read More
Social Life
Allie, I need a copy of that PM also, if you can modify it for Dammam/Khobar :D Read More
OMGGGG ROBBERY by thegameguru
One of my friends got robbed in Olayah area. He was in a mosque praying and had left his Laptop bag and other stuff and when he comes back he sees the rear door glass shattered and the laptop missing. :( :( What do you friends suggest to do next in ...
Just to add few words of caution, do NOT - Leave anything on the car seat, specially like a bag or something - Walk late at night in deserted places with a bag held on your shoulder that is on the driving side of the street An incident happened to ... Read More
Teaching at PNU by Fozia
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You told ME to 'do my homework,' implying you know more than the rest of us. With that in mind, I simply asked you to share what you know. Unfortunately, you came back with incorrect information regarding direct hire, which I then inquired about. ... Read More
Sheesha in Khobar
Is Sheesha available in any restaurant or housing compound (in or near Al Khobar) that is easily accessible by expats? Read More
Ras Tanura by michaelpakenham
Hi, Having worked in Riyadh I am now going to work for Aramco and Ras Tanura - not on compound though - but with Al Hoty. Can anyone tell me about Ras Tanura? Many thanks Michael
Come on lady, if it is about boys (or Lions), who cares for the shower? :) And yes, you ladies might have a problem with this :D Besides, just to add in your knowledge, nowadays when you see people tenting in desert, they have all the basic ... Read More
Ras Tanura by michaelpakenham
Hi, Having worked in Riyadh I am now going to work for Aramco and Ras Tanura - not on compound though - but with Al Hoty. Can anyone tell me about Ras Tanura? Many thanks Michael
Yeah but if you know how to install a tent and can succeed to live in it, that would definitely do a lot for you in K.S.A :) Read More
Saudi Council of Engineers - certificates attestation time by smniyaz
Assalamo-Alaikum, I am a Civil Engineer by profession and my comany is in "green" category. Recently my company's administration told me to be registered on SCE for the renewal of my Iqama. On sunday 8-july-2012, I have registered online on SCE ...
Dude, it is a serious issue. You need to talk to the Saudi representative in your company and let him know about the situation. SCE registration is mandatory and yes, it is required before you renew your Iqama. But I don't know why SCE is not ... Read More
About document attestation.. by chaitu4u
Dear All, As per last point of work visa requirements mentioned below, am I excluded form Degree attestation as a MBA (I suppose not a technical category) http://www.saudiembassy.org.in/ Work Visa 1. Covering Letter by the agency. 2. ...
Iqama profession is decided based on the title of your degree. If it is written Diploma in Electronics, you will be given the profession 'Electronic Technician'. Few more examples, Diploma in Car Maintenance ---> Profession on Iqama "Car ... Read More
yellow fever vaccines
Stressedmom, don't be stressed :) I have only heard about Hepatitis type B, not that its vaccination is a must, but if you have it, and it is shown on your medical report, you can't enter the Kingdom. I don't know if having the vaccination is a ... Read More
Sponsorship Transfer Issue by farrych
I am Riyadh,KSA. My company gave me demand letter for Sponsorship transfer and I gave it to my Kafeel. My company required me to get following documents from Kafeel attested by Chamber. 1)Original Passport聮s. 2)Release Letter Address to ...
Good question, but not an easy one :) Below are the options you can try: 1- Ask your Kafeel directly 2- If your Kafeel has employed some expats for managing his documents (which usually kafeels do a lot), then ask them if his signatures are valid ... Read More
Chronic Asthmatic moving to Riyadh? - wise move? by lysaty
Hi all, I was hoping someone could help me please. My husband has been offered a job in Riyadh and we are considering moving over there with our two children from Ireland. I am a chronic asthmatic and am on a lot of medication, nebuliser etc. and ...
Dust in Riyadh is common, and this dust is composed primarily of Sand as the city is surrounded by desert. I don't know if asthma can get activated due to sand dust, but I have seen people sneezing frequently due to allergy from Sand. My personal ... Read More
Sponsorship Transfer Issue by farrych
I am Riyadh,KSA. My company gave me demand letter for Sponsorship transfer and I gave it to my Kafeel. My company required me to get following documents from Kafeel attested by Chamber. 1)Original Passport聮s. 2)Release Letter Address to ...
As long as the documents are authentic and are on the company's letter head and signed by a person whose signatures are accepted in Chamber of Commerce, you can get them attested by yourself from Chamber. The claim made by your Kafeel that 'his ... Read More
Any suggestion/recommendation for a network provider in the Kingdom?..
Dear, For BBM, Mobily is the best. But STC also offers the same services with same rate, but not of same quality in terms of technical support and after sales service. S. Read More
How to switch Mobile network provider?
Please check with MOBILY help center/support if they can allow you the same number which you are using on STC Network. If you want to know the support/help desk contacts, please google the mobily website. S. Read More
Did any expact get Australian immigration in Saudi Arabia? by Rasi
Do you know anyone who got Australian immigration while living in Saudi Arabia. And how long will it take to process?
Six months to one year (or two), depends upon your luck and how quickly you proceed. Read More
HELP: Transfer of Sponsor ( 6mos from 2 years contract ) by yanching
[b]Hello I just signed here just to ask this question since this is one of the most active forum around. My problem is this; I am on my 6mos now. I have a 24 mos contract from my sponsor. The company that I am working now has offered me to be a ...
#3, if he can get a support of any Saudi, he can get exit without getting blacklisted due to the fact that he is not doing anything wrong but only demanding an exit. For #2, Yes, It is not confirmed, and that is why I suggested to check this ... Read More
HELP: Transfer of Sponsor ( 6mos from 2 years contract ) by yanching
[b]Hello I just signed here just to ask this question since this is one of the most active forum around. My problem is this; I am on my 6mos now. I have a 24 mos contract from my sponsor. The company that I am working now has offered me to be a ...
Dear, - Your Kafeel does not want you to be part of this Company - Problem is that your current sponsor is in Green Zone, otherwise, the Immigration authority would help you Now listen, You can try to do few things, but they may or may not work ... Read More
holidays home by brackenb
Hi there. I hope to be in Riyadh very soon for a year long contract. My question is can I buy a ticket and fly home every so often to visit family or do i need to get official permission every time I want to travel home? Thanks
You are right, it is done in this way, but this is not the only way to pay for your Visa ( you can pay by yourself using your bank account too, rather than ATM). But when you say that the HR guy checks your payment online and produces the Visa in a ... Read More
holidays home by brackenb
Hi there. I hope to be in Riyadh very soon for a year long contract. My question is can I buy a ticket and fly home every so often to visit family or do i need to get official permission every time I want to travel home? Thanks
Yes, you can only pay the fee in this way, by using ATM, or through Online Banking (provided by the bank in which you have your account in K.S.A) But to take the passport to immigration officer and get all done, you need the Government relation ... Read More
holidays home by brackenb
Hi there. I hope to be in Riyadh very soon for a year long contract. My question is can I buy a ticket and fly home every so often to visit family or do i need to get official permission every time I want to travel home? Thanks
AS Allie said, K.S.A requires that even if you have a valid residence Visa, still you need an exit/re-entry permission that is issued either as 'single exit/re-entry' or 'multiple' and as the name implies, single means you can go out and then return ... Read More
Questions about medical issues by Liubi
We will be moving to KAUST, Jeddah and I am looking for some answers on medical issues. I have a chronical disease. Is it necessary to take with me: A. A letter written by my doctor in which it says I have this disease B. various prescriptions (in ...
I would be amazed if customs even opens your luggage. Please, don't be stressed :)Liubi, do not listen to the CAT :) See, there is actually no reason to be stressed, the Immigration/custom officers are fine at Jeddah and Riyadh (not in Dammam), ... Read More
Jarir book store discount card by RehabDoctor
Jarir discount card. Is it valid for all purchases at Jarir book store.
May be you are right, I am being forgetful these days so can't say for sure, but I do remember there was a return policy for few weeks from the day of purchase, and it was on electronic item, may be the shopping center was Extra, not Jarir :rolleyes: Read More
Questions about medical issues by Liubi
We will be moving to KAUST, Jeddah and I am looking for some answers on medical issues. I have a chronical disease. Is it necessary to take with me: A. A letter written by my doctor in which it says I have this disease B. various prescriptions (in ...
One more point, regarding chronic diseases, you need to check again from KAUST administration if the treatment of your specified chronic disease is available in KAUST/Jeddah. Read More
Questions about medical issues by Liubi
We will be moving to KAUST, Jeddah and I am looking for some answers on medical issues. I have a chronical disease. Is it necessary to take with me: A. A letter written by my doctor in which it says I have this disease B. various prescriptions (in ...
hi Liubi, Yes, your understanding is correct. You need to take care of all the medical prescriptions and documents, bring them along with you for yourself and your family. Regarding medicine, please check if it is available locally in K.S.A. If ... Read More
Jarir book store discount card by RehabDoctor
Jarir discount card. Is it valid for all purchases at Jarir book store.
I think for the return policy, they say you need to return back within some weeks, may be 2 weeks I think. About the Fee, well, no one says it is free on the application that I submitted to them, but however, the sales guy was saying that the first ... Read More
Bored in Riyadh by xtian1215
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And what do you call that 'chopper' which has fan like blades running over its top so that it can fly? :D, A Heli-Chopper? Read More
Jarir book store discount card by RehabDoctor
Jarir discount card. Is it valid for all purchases at Jarir book store.
I just applied for it yesterday because of false claims made by the Salesman of Samba (discount is valid for all items except those which Jarir has already discounted). Guys, this is all bull shit. On the official website of Samba Bank, it is ... Read More
Rude people with staring problems by Justsomegirl
You know when you go out and these people start staring at you like you have 3 heads and you're wondering, what the heck is their problem, maybe I have something on my face, so you opt to never wear makeup but hey!-the next time you go out, people ...
Well, although I am a guy, but still I hate staring and people who stare, a lot. It feel really awkward and stupid. But it also depends how someone is staring at you. If it is like someone is trying to recognize you, it is fine, but observing ... Read More
DIGRESSION THREAD!! by Alliecat
So ... this is my thread for digressions. Any digression will therefore be ON TOPIC! Welcome my friends.. and digress to your heart's content! :lol:
Digression: Alliecat's CAT has started to look old earlier than I expected. :D Read More
DIGRESSION THREAD!! by Alliecat
So ... this is my thread for digressions. Any digression will therefore be ON TOPIC! Welcome my friends.. and digress to your heart's content! :lol:
I find pickles giving a better feeling than cats, may be because they look more innocent... oh I am in love with pickles...:P Read More
DIGRESSION THREAD!! by Alliecat
So ... this is my thread for digressions. Any digression will therefore be ON TOPIC! Welcome my friends.. and digress to your heart's content! :lol:
Digression: I hate when the cats stare at me (even if they are females). Does this happen with anyone else also? :P Read More
New to Khobar by Al Khobar UK Man
Hi All, I am new to Khobar and looking to make some new friends.
Yes, you do have a very sophisticated and high standard club, and its name is 'Fitness time'. They have a web site but it is all in arabic, so I think it is not useful for you but still giving you the link: http://www.fitnesstime.com.sa/ Google it ... Read More
DIGRESSION THREAD!! by Alliecat
So ... this is my thread for digressions. Any digression will therefore be ON TOPIC! Welcome my friends.. and digress to your heart's content! :lol:
This sounds like a wake up from a boy's dream :D Read More
Spas in riyadh by Hotnspicycheeto
Hi we've just moved to riyadh and me and my friend are desperately trying to find a spa that offers nails and waxing, have tried calling a few places but they either don't offer gel nails or waxing or point blank don't understand English and put the ...
For picking his nose? :unsureI didn't dare to ask him... :D But I am sure if he would ever try to pick nose, he would probably end up hurting himself. :) Read More
Spas in riyadh by Hotnspicycheeto
Hi we've just moved to riyadh and me and my friend are desperately trying to find a spa that offers nails and waxing, have tried calling a few places but they either don't offer gel nails or waxing or point blank don't understand English and put the ...
well...we Men can have our own taste in Nails....;) One time I saw a guy at work having all his nails beautifully cut but leaving the index finger, and that 'great' nail was around 2 inches long which made me feel it had a special 'purpose'... :o Read More
exit re entry visa has wrong passport number with one digit missing by james donaldson
I have recently received my exit re-entry visa in which the passport number is mentioned has got one digit missed. The rest details are okay iqama no, name, date of birth etc. As my previous passport was expired i got new one when i sent to update ...
I would still advise to have your Saudi Sponsor in confidence by telling him that this is the case, if on return some issue occurs you will call him and he has to revert back. I am sure he would positively say yes, no issues :) Read More
exit re entry visa has wrong passport number with one digit missing by james donaldson
I have recently received my exit re-entry visa in which the passport number is mentioned has got one digit missed. The rest details are okay iqama no, name, date of birth etc. As my previous passport was expired i got new one when i sent to update ...
Most of the times immigration officers will only enter the exit/re-entry visa# in their system and will see its validity. But you never know if they will focus on matching the Visa with your current Passport. Anyways, up to for taking the risk. ... Read More
Is it feasible to live in Bahrain and commute to Dammam? by frasermac
Hi fellow Forum visitors. I have dutifully filled in the detail about myself in the signing up procedures, which I invite you to check up on. Fact is I have been headhunted by what appears to be a very large reputable business in Saudi Arabia. I ...
The best answer is No, but a possible answer is yes, you can commute from Bahrain to Dammam :) Please note the below points: - Right now, due to security reasons, the traffic on the causeway is normal, but later it will increase drastically, ... Read More
exit re entry visa has wrong passport number with one digit missing by james donaldson
I have recently received my exit re-entry visa in which the passport number is mentioned has got one digit missed. The rest details are okay iqama no, name, date of birth etc. As my previous passport was expired i got new one when i sent to update ...
it is something serious. Please get it corrected from your Saudi sponsor before leaving k.s.a because once you leave, then it all depends upon the mood of immigration officer who will allow you to re-enter the kingdom with this kind of mistake. Read More
Best mall in Riyadh by paradox00
What is the best mall in Riyadh ?
Faisaliyah Mall, Malls which are ok, Kingdom Mall, Othaim Mall, Centria Mall (is mainly for girls, has hardly few shops for men) Read More
Skateboard store in Khobar? by gonzrule
Is there any store in Khobar or Riyadh that specializes on skateboards?
yes i can imagine because I have felt the same for some of my favorite stuff also...:) Good luck with skateboard but I am still confused why you could not find it in the sports shops here in Khobar. I have seen plenty of them :O Read More
Is skateboarding forbidden? by gonzrule
I just read in a forum that skateboarding is forbidden in Saudi Arabia. Is it true?
I haven't heard of such a rule, but things that do not have rule are treated as 'violation' sometimes, so be careful :) I have seen some guys skateboarding in Corniche/beach 'only'. Never saw anyone doing that on streets or roads because it is not ... Read More
Jeddah vs. Riyadh by Alliecat
If I were offered a job in Jeddah, would it [i]really[/i] be so much better living there than in Riyadh? Pros and cons, si vous plait??
Jeddah has a very different atmosphere as compared to Riyadh/Dammam/Khobar. Considering women, it is positively different! You can find women more confident and active while working outside or participating in outdoor activities. The Red Sea ... Read More
Skateboard store in Khobar? by gonzrule
Is there any store in Khobar or Riyadh that specializes on skateboards?
Gonzrule, where have you searched all night? Read More
New to Khobar by Al Khobar UK Man
Hi All, I am new to Khobar and looking to make some new friends.
Dhahran Mall is at a very centralized location, it depends a lot that on which side of the Mall you live. If you are living in Doha, that is towards North-West of the mall, then you can probably reach Al Ittefaq club in 5 minutes on car, which is on ... Read More
Skateboard store in Khobar? by gonzrule
Is there any store in Khobar or Riyadh that specializes on skateboards?
Three places I can recommend you to try: Al Falah Sports shop @ King Fahad Road, North Al Khobar Delta Sports, Raashid Mall, Aqrabiya Any sports shop at Mall of Dhahran Highly recommended is Delta Sports, as it has lot of varieties when it is ... Read More
New... by Russsty
New here and not living in a compound at the moment, and it's pretty lonely. Any one up for hanging out somewhere or any activities. I heard there's an expat beach around here somewhere, is this true? Are there any compounds I can go to to hang ...
Salman, it is indeed a hell better than Riyadh (sorry to say but it is the reality :) ) The family beaches, even if you go as a single, you will not face an immediate risk of being kicked out :) But it will not feel nice, I mean the family members ... Read More
New... by Russsty
New here and not living in a compound at the moment, and it's pretty lonely. Any one up for hanging out somewhere or any activities. I heard there's an expat beach around here somewhere, is this true? Are there any compounds I can go to to hang ...
Hey my fellow expat friend! Welcome :) The activities to hang out or going to a beach require either a family or an organization of friends which you will have to make first :). Although you can go alone to a beach, shopping Malls, Coffee Shops, ... Read More
Final Exit Issue. by alappatjoy
Hai All, I complete 3 year with my present company.and my Iqama will expire on next month. And i wish to get an exit from the company for a better job in Saudi itself. So is there any practical problem to get exit from the present company ( I ...
My Friend, when you resign a company in K.S.A, you need a 'release letter' to get hired in any other company and in few companies like Aramco, you need an NOC (No-Objection-Certificate). Most of the companies do not demand NOC, but release letter is ... Read More
Hello you all
I am a very old expat living in Dammam but have recently joined the expat-blog. I hope it will be exciting to listen and share each other experiences. Cheers, S. Read More
Beach in Khobar by Sheema.b
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The entire Half Moon Bay is full of Beaches having huts (for B.B.Q, night stay etc). You can find lots of families there staying for the whole weekends. Also there is another Beach, known as Uqair Beach, very far from Khobar, but an interesting ... Read More
Whose life is boring and who is not bored?
Ok, a very simple question to all of you from Riyadh, who feels that his/her life is very boring in this city and why, equally, those of you who feel the real life and its flow, please tell us how and which activities keep you active and ... Read More
On a short visit in Riyadh
Hey Reeeem, why not Sheesha, I love it.... :) Read More
On a short visit in Riyadh
Hi Guys, I am residing in Dammam from a long time but currently I am on a short visit in Riyadh. Can anyone suggest what are the best places to visit? I am interested in Shopping Malls, Sheesha and Middle Eastern/Asian restaurants. Any ... Read More
Sahara Towers Compound
Hi All, Have heard a lot about Sheesha in Sahara Towers Housing, can anyone tell me if entrance is allowed for any expat or it is necessary to have an insider to sponsor you? If sponsor is needed, kindly tell me about any other alternative for ... Read More