Savank
Sri lankan expat in Saudi Arabia
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Sri lankan
Registration: 17 April 2015
Riyadh Domestic Airport
Hi, Thanks. Yes as mentioned I was able to interline and get my entire boarding pass in Riyadh. However, I went through the immigration in Jeddah. Read More
Riyadh Domestic Airport
Hi Ali, Many thank for the reply. Yes it is Saudi Airlines throughout. Nice to hear that there wont be any hassle in Jeddah. Read More
Riyadh Domestic Airport
Hi All, I will be flying overseas. As there is no flight from Riyadh I will have to first fly to Jeddah. Could anyone let me know whether I can interline my bags from Terminal 3 (domestic terminal) in Riyadh to my final destination and whether I ... Read More
how can we have fun in this city
Hi, You can join a gym, where you will meet friends. Lot of gyms have a swimming pool. These days Body Masters has a special discount going on, like close to 50% off. You can also play cricket, football and rugby. In few grounds in Riyadh you find ... Read More
SAR 16000 is good??? by rohitmishra1982
Dear All, I have recently got job offer from alfanar in Riyadh with Basic salary SAR 16000+Insurance (A)+ accommodation(Or four basic) +CAR (upto SAR130000)or allowance Want to check if it is a good offer, i am planning to stay alone as of now ...
Dear Rohit, Your saving totally depend on the lifestyle you wish to live. I know that there are cleaning staff working in Saudi for even SAR300/month, yes SAR300/month (plus they are given shared accommodation like 3 people in one room and ... Read More
Riyadh to Dubai/Abu Dhabi by SAPTCO bus - My experience by Savank
Hi, I did this trip recently. As less information is available thought of sharing my experience. The return trip to either Abu Dhabi or Dubai is SAR270. In addition you will have to get the VISA for GCC residents online. For the moment even on ...
Hi, Sorry for the late reply as I did not login to EB recently. You can obtain online Visa to UAE from the following site (If you or your spouse has Saudi Iqama). Probably not given for all occupations, those occupations not falling might have to ... Read More
Riyadh to Dubai/Abu Dhabi by SAPTCO bus - My experience
Hi, I did this trip recently. As less information is available thought of sharing my experience. The return trip to either Abu Dhabi or Dubai is SAR270. In addition you will have to get the VISA for GCC residents online. For the moment even on ... Read More
Currency exchange
Dear All, I urgently require to exchange currency on Friday or Saturday. I have heard about Batha. I am staying near Kingdom Tower. What other options do I have closeby? Any bank branches open during the weekend? Read More
Obtaining Abu Dhabi visa from Saudi
Hi, I am a South Asian working in Riyadh. I am planning to take the SAPTCO bus from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi in mid July. When applying for Visa they ask which port I will be arriving at. Can anybody tell me what port should I select. Also the bus ... Read More
Green City Compound, Riyadh by Rhyssie
Hi Does anyone have a view on Green City Compound in terms of general facilities and community aspect etc? I will be arriving in Riyadh early May and my company are proposing thaT I stay in one of their rented villas on this compound. Many ...
Hi, Sorry it meant car not far. Okay with regard to this new compound what is the lowest cost. Where about Riyadh exactly and do they have the facilities like Gym, Pool and rerestaurants. Do let me know the contact person's name and telephone ... Read More
Green City Compound, Riyadh by Rhyssie
Hi Does anyone have a view on Green City Compound in terms of general facilities and community aspect etc? I will be arriving in Riyadh early May and my company are proposing thaT I stay in one of their rented villas on this compound. Many ...
Hi, I am also looking at the costs of compounds. I heard the cost is much more than renting a apartment from a noncompound. SAR2,500 seems reasonable. Is the small saloon furnished. How about restaurants closeby. Does this compound accommodate ... Read More