nauman.zahir
Pakistani expat in Saudi Arabia
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About me
Pakistani
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English, Urdu
Registration: 01 September 2013
saudi data flow final report by koalabear55
I have a concern I finished my dataflow since last year. I have been emailing dataflow group. But their reply is always I need to go to the Saudi Council documentation department personally. Im not sure why I need to go personally when they can send ...
U can get a verified report from the dataflow group within 48 hours of writing for hem if your verification process has been completed. U will require the verified report to renew your registration card in 3 years. Read More
4G in Riyadh- Would a better router improve Internet?
Hi guys. Hope you all are doing well. My question is directed to all those with experience regarding the 4G networks in Riyadh. I have been here for 2.5 years and have used STC and Zain during this period. I have noticed terrible downloading ... Read More
Entry to KSA with lesss than 6 month passport validity but with valid
Hi everyone. I need some information regarding entry into the kingdom if my passport is valid for less than 6 months. I an a doctor working in Riyadh and my family is with me too. Our passports expire in June 2016 but we plan to visit Pakistan in ... Read More
Pick and drop service on a new SUV
Please PM me his name and number and please provide details as to what "normal rates" are. Thanks. Read More
Moving to riyadh!! need urgent advice! by fsiddiqui
hello all, I have been offered a job as a researcher at the King Saud University. salary is 10500 SAR approx which includes housing and transport. 45 days leave each year. I am married and my wife is expecting our first baby in a few months. can ...
@ Fsiddiqui get in touch qith Qurat regarding your offer. She will be able to.help you Read More
Is Dallah driving school open on Saturday for driving liscence test ?
Hi guys. I just wanted to ask whether Dallah Driving School (place of driving liscence test) is open on Saturday. I have read in some blogs that it is open on Saturday which would make it very convenient. I am a doctor and it is difficult for me to ... Read More
Housing of King Faisal Specialist Hospital by nauman.zahir
Hi everyone, Does anyone here know about the quality and standard of housing provided by King Faisal Specialist Hospital to their doctors ( Assistant Consultants) ? What would be the size of the apartment provided for a family with 3 children (2 ...
Yea Salic, I have moved Alhamdulillah. It is pretty good here and they give a large 3 bedroom apartment if you have 3 kids. it also depends where u are moving from, what ur nationality is and where did u get ur degree from. If ur answer to any of ... Read More
Passport & degree Certificates mis matching
It may create a problem as they want ur name t nbe exactly the same in Saudi for ur visa to be processed. I suggest that u get ur spelling changed in the passport by showing them ur educational certificates. All the best Read More
Umrah Package by Bus from Riyadh by rkla
I am planing to go to Madinah and Makkah starting from Monday to Friday by bus package. If anybody know good group that provide decent hotel accommodation, please suggest me. I found one at Hara called Anwar Badawi Travel, are they good?
@expat.New -- Can u let me know the package cost for Al Saudis please for one person. I will be grateful. Thanks Read More
Umrah Package by Bus from Riyadh by rkla
I am planing to go to Madinah and Makkah starting from Monday to Friday by bus package. If anybody know good group that provide decent hotel accommodation, please suggest me. I found one at Hara called Anwar Badawi Travel, are they good?
Ijadah then :) [Needless to mention again: it's comparatively expensive, but you know certainty of quality comes at a cost] I heard a lot good about them. Can someone provide directions to their booking office.Can someone please tell me the ... Read More
On arrival Dubai visa for wife and family
This holds true for nationals of Pakistan. Other nationalities may have other conditions.Thanks bro Read More
On arrival Dubai visa for wife and family
@ live.ali. Thanks for the info This is valid for all nationalities right ?. No special rules or limitations for Pakistanis right ? Read More
On arrival Dubai visa for wife and family
Dear All, Just wanted to ask that I am a doctor and I understand that I am eligible to go to Dubai and get a visa on arrival there. My question is that are wife and kids also eligible for the same ?. Will they also get visa on arrival without any ... 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.
Yes can someone please tell me too if Zain 4G is a good option for Riyadh city ? Read More
cheapest way ro call Pakistan and internationally
Hi guys Could anyone tell me what is the cheapest way to call Pakistan from KSA ?. Is there a way to make cheap international calls apart from Skype, Viber, Tango etc. Something more like a proper phone to phone call. Thanks for all your help. Read More
Best postpaid package
O yes I forgot to mention. My usage would be moderate and mainly to other cell phones. Vrty little to landlines Read More
Best postpaid package
Hi guys !. I was wondering if I could get ur advice regarding the best postpaid cellular package available. From.my research over the net the ZAIN Mazaya package worth SAR 75 per month seems quite reasonable. Any advice and experiences ?. All ... Read More
Visa Stamping Fee family
Well dear it depends on whether u are sending ur passport through an agent or personally. I can give u an idea if sent through an agent. The agent charges around Rs 10500-12000 per dependent to get the visa stamped. These charges apply if you are ... Read More
Cheapest way to make international calls by emeraldsaregreen
Hi Can someone advise, what is the cheapest way to make an international call to Pakistan , from Riyadh (Saudi Arabia)? Thanks
Has anyone hear of or tried SIPPY calling card. Is it like Skype or like a regular phone call. Ad suggest 500 min talk time to Pakistan with a 28 riyal card and even more tall time to India. Any experiences ? Read More
Moving to Saudi
Could u give us a little background about urself, ur profession and the job offered to u. People may be able to give better input if the above information is available Read More
having something shipped from online shopping by myyams
Hi everyone, Has anyone ordered something from like amazon.com and had the item shipped here? If so, did the shipping company get it to you or did you have to go pick it up from somewhere? Do we have to pay customs taxes for an item we receive? ...
@TLL. Thanks for all ur help on the subject. I am nit ckear about one thing though. Can I order from ebay or Amazon through shopandship?. Does ebay give me that option?. What steps do i need to take to order tbrough ebay using shopandship. All.hrlp ... Read More
having something shipped from online shopping by myyams
Hi everyone, Has anyone ordered something from like amazon.com and had the item shipped here? If so, did the shipping company get it to you or did you have to go pick it up from somewhere? Do we have to pay customs taxes for an item we receive? ...
Thanks guys for all the help Read More
having something shipped from online shopping by myyams
Hi everyone, Has anyone ordered something from like amazon.com and had the item shipped here? If so, did the shipping company get it to you or did you have to go pick it up from somewhere? Do we have to pay customs taxes for an item we receive? ...
But no such problems with stuff like cell phones or laptops ordered right ? Read More
having something shipped from online shopping by myyams
Hi everyone, Has anyone ordered something from like amazon.com and had the item shipped here? If so, did the shipping company get it to you or did you have to go pick it up from somewhere? Do we have to pay customs taxes for an item we receive? ...
I have a similar question to @myyams. What is the procedure if I want to order something from ebay. Do they ship to KSA ?. Are taxes applicable in KSA once the product reaches here ?. Does the courier company ship to home or does it need to be ... Read More
Hello expats need help in analysing a job offer details below by iloveriyadh
Hi All, Needless to say this would be another boring question for the experts but cannot help it as this is the door to riyadh. Looking for experts ideas from the folks to negotiate the salary curve. Appreciate all your help in this ...
@iloveriyadh I think what everyone is saying here is that it may not be wise to come to KSA if you are not being offered twice of what u are alresdy getting in India. So if u are not getting atleast 16000 SAR (double of ur salary in India after ... Read More
4G at home and on the go by nauman.zahir
Dear All, Sorry for being ignorant but I am slightly confused. This arises from the fact that we do not have 3G and 4G services in Pakistan. I will be shifting to Riyadh soon and need a few suggestions and clarifications. If I get a 4G wifi router ...
Great. Thanks TLL. Things are much clearer Read More
4G at home and on the go by nauman.zahir
Dear All, Sorry for being ignorant but I am slightly confused. This arises from the fact that we do not have 3G and 4G services in Pakistan. I will be shifting to Riyadh soon and need a few suggestions and clarifications. If I get a 4G wifi router ...
So in case of using the landline internet at home and the SIMs for internet use on the go, that leaves no need for a wifi router. Right ? Read More
4G at home and on the go by nauman.zahir
Dear All, Sorry for being ignorant but I am slightly confused. This arises from the fact that we do not have 3G and 4G services in Pakistan. I will be shifting to Riyadh soon and need a few suggestions and clarifications. If I get a 4G wifi router ...
@TLL Thanks for your patience and your replies. What I want to ask is that if I use the traditional land line associated internet at home, how will I be able to connect my various cellular devices to the net. Will that be through the SIMs of those ... Read More
4G at home and on the go by nauman.zahir
Dear All, Sorry for being ignorant but I am slightly confused. This arises from the fact that we do not have 3G and 4G services in Pakistan. I will be shifting to Riyadh soon and need a few suggestions and clarifications. If I get a 4G wifi router ...
Can cellular devices be connected to the internet coming through landlines ?. If not what is the solution ?. Please guide. Thanks for the help Read More
4G at home and on the go by nauman.zahir
Dear All, Sorry for being ignorant but I am slightly confused. This arises from the fact that we do not have 3G and 4G services in Pakistan. I will be shifting to Riyadh soon and need a few suggestions and clarifications. If I get a 4G wifi router ...
Guys let me know if a 3G SIM works with a 4g Router ?. I don't think there should be a problem but please let me know. Thanks Read More
Best Wifi for home use and best 3G/4G service for cell phone
Guys let me know if a 3G SIM works with a 4g Router ?. I don't think there should be a problem but please let me know. Thanks Read More
4G at home and on the go by nauman.zahir
Dear All, Sorry for being ignorant but I am slightly confused. This arises from the fact that we do not have 3G and 4G services in Pakistan. I will be shifting to Riyadh soon and need a few suggestions and clarifications. If I get a 4G wifi router ...
What if I want internet connectivity outside home and inside home at the same time. What is the best way to go about this ?. Do I need 2 separate connections ?. What according to you would be the most convenient and economical way to go about this. ... Read More
Best Wifi for home use and best 3G/4G service for cell phone
Thanks TrippleJ. What if I want internet connectivity outside home and inside home at the same time. What is the best way to go about this ?. Do I need 2 separate connections ?. What according to you would be the most convenient and economical way ... Read More
4G at home and on the go by nauman.zahir
Dear All, Sorry for being ignorant but I am slightly confused. This arises from the fact that we do not have 3G and 4G services in Pakistan. I will be shifting to Riyadh soon and need a few suggestions and clarifications. If I get a 4G wifi router ...
Thanks bro. That clarifies quite a lot. Thanks again Read More
Best Wifi for home use and best 3G/4G service for cell phone
Thanks TrippleJ but I am really confused. I have started a new thread for some answers and will appreciate if you could help me. 3G/4G router comes with a SIM ? Can the SIM be used separately for internet access or does the router have to be ... Read More
4G at home and on the go
Dear All, Sorry for being ignorant but I am slightly confused. This arises from the fact that we do not have 3G and 4G services in Pakistan. I will be shifting to Riyadh soon and need a few suggestions and clarifications. If I get a 4G wifi router ... Read More
Best Wifi for home use and best 3G/4G service for cell phone
Hi guys, I will be moving to Riyadh in a few days time and obviously one of the most important things for me would be to stay connected with my family her in Pakistan. I would therefore like to have decent/fast internet access at all times for ... Read More
Working women in KSA by smdelgado
Hello everybody: I麓m an ER female doctor from Spain and I'm thinking of moving to KSA. I'm married and have three little girls (8, 6 and 1 year old). I'd like to know about accomodation near Takhassusi Road, schools, work for my husband, and how ...
Thanks Lion R.E. Very important information Read More
Working women in KSA by smdelgado
Hello everybody: I麓m an ER female doctor from Spain and I'm thinking of moving to KSA. I'm married and have three little girls (8, 6 and 1 year old). I'd like to know about accomodation near Takhassusi Road, schools, work for my husband, and how ...
Yes I would like to know that too. My wife is a specialist doctor too and will be coming to KSA initially as my dependent. When she wants to pursue a job again and possibly be inducted in the same hospital as me, will she need to exit KSA and ... Read More
Working women in KSA by smdelgado
Hello everybody: I麓m an ER female doctor from Spain and I'm thinking of moving to KSA. I'm married and have three little girls (8, 6 and 1 year old). I'd like to know about accomodation near Takhassusi Road, schools, work for my husband, and how ...
Yes I would like to know that too. My wife is a specialist doctor too and will be coming to KSA initially as my dependent. When she wants to pursue a job again and possibly be inducted in the same hospital as me, will she need to exit KSA and ... Read More
Best wifi network in Riyadh
Hi everyone. I will soon be arriving in Riyadh to work in King Faisal Specialist Hospital. I wanted to ask if there were any recommendations regarding the wifi network that I should choose once in the kingdom. There seem to be several companies ... Read More
New Arrival to KSA by suryagis
Hi Friends- I am Surya, got offer from an University in KSA. to join as a Post-doc. They have offered me accommodation inside campus. I have applied to family visa. Somewhere I read that Iqama is required to bring family. My position has option to ...
@ Laura And what is the approximate cost per year of a 3 bedroom unit ? Read More
An invitation to go in my office-mate's house
I think you should just let him know that you would love to visit his place but are apprehensive about the fact that you are not accustomed to the traditions and the code of conduct in local houses simply because of your different background. I ... Read More
Housing of King Faisal Specialist Hospital
Hi everyone, Does anyone here know about the quality and standard of housing provided by King Faisal Specialist Hospital to their doctors ( Assistant Consultants) ? What would be the size of the apartment provided for a family with 3 children (2 ... Read More
Schools
Hi every one. I am a Pakistanj doctor who will br moving to Riyadh soon with my family (wife and 3 daughters). I will be working and in King Faisal Specialist Hospital and living on their premises. I would like to know of the good intrrnational ... Read More
Good International schools in Riyadh by nauman.zahir
Hi everyone, I will be moving to Riyadh In Shaa Allah by the end of March and my family will be following me towards the end of May once the academic session is completed. I would like to know of good international schools in Riyadh in the range ...
Sir can you please see my next post and kindly address my questions please. Best regards, Nauman Read More
Good International schools in Riyadh by nauman.zahir
Hi everyone, I will be moving to Riyadh In Shaa Allah by the end of March and my family will be following me towards the end of May once the academic session is completed. I would like to know of good international schools in Riyadh in the range ...
@TAnsari Thank you dear sir for the sound advice and suggestions. I have noted the names of the schools tou have mentioned. However there are some other questions that I had. 1. The website of Manarat shows a fee of 22,500 SR which reaches a max ... Read More
Good International schools in Riyadh
Hi everyone, I will be moving to Riyadh In Shaa Allah by the end of March and my family will be following me towards the end of May once the academic session is completed. I would like to know of good international schools in Riyadh in the range ... Read More