deanb1982
Scottish expat in Saudi Arabia
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About me
Scottish
Lives in Jeddah, Makkah
Registration: 15 May 2016
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Possible relocation to Osaka by deanb1982
Hi All, I am currently living in Saudi Arabia but may have an opportunity to work in Osaka. I am hoping I can have some of my questions answered? 1. I am struggling to find an web site with apartments for rent around the airport region. Can ...
Thanks for the great reply. Of course I will visit the places before deciding, I will be working just over the bridge from the Airport, so would be looking for a nice location on the train line or close by. For me I have always been a fan of the ... Read More
Possible relocation to Osaka
Hi All, I am currently living in Saudi Arabia but may have an opportunity to work in Osaka. I am hoping I can have some of my questions answered? 1. I am struggling to find an web site with apartments for rent around the airport region. Can ... Read More
UK family moving to Khobar by specialist1
Hi Guys, Moving to Khobar in a couple of months. Any suggestions for compounds with lots of other expat kids. Our children will be going to Dhahran British School.Also what about Al Khobar lakes. Thanks in advance for any advice.
Hi Ben, What are you looking for from a compound. That may help us recommend something for you. Read More
Where is a good place to get a used car inspected & serviced in Khobar by majesus18
All, Just moved to Dhahran last week from Canada. I got a position with Aramco, however, I know nothing about Saudi. I am currently looking at some compounds in Al-Khobar and will need a car to get ot Dhahran main compound. I have three ...
They will want to see 3 salaries in the bank. So basically you need your Iqama to open a bank account. Then you need to wait for 3 salaries into the bank. Was a pain for me. Took 3 months to get my iqama. Then when it came I missed my salary cut ... Read More
Where is a good place to get a used car inspected & serviced in Khobar by majesus18
All, Just moved to Dhahran last week from Canada. I got a position with Aramco, however, I know nothing about Saudi. I am currently looking at some compounds in Al-Khobar and will need a car to get ot Dhahran main compound. I have three ...
Would a new jeep be a good choice? And is it possible to by it with installments from the first month of employment?My friend just bought a Jeep, they are decent motors and at times you can get very good deals from United motors. You will need 3 ... Read More
Where is a good place to get a used car inspected & serviced in Khobar by majesus18
All, Just moved to Dhahran last week from Canada. I got a position with Aramco, however, I know nothing about Saudi. I am currently looking at some compounds in Al-Khobar and will need a car to get ot Dhahran main compound. I have three ...
i suggest you go and buy new car, cars are not expensive here, but service and maintenance are expensive, so better you buy new one, do not pay cash, chose your limit and spend few days and inform us what car you will buy, as every company has ... Read More
Where is a good place to get a used car inspected & serviced in Khobar by majesus18
All, Just moved to Dhahran last week from Canada. I got a position with Aramco, however, I know nothing about Saudi. I am currently looking at some compounds in Al-Khobar and will need a car to get ot Dhahran main compound. I have three ...
1. When getting a vehicle, can anyone recommend where to get it inspected? I am thinking about getting a Toyota or Nissan. There are many places to go to get a service or inspection but here its not always you get what you pay for. When you buy a ... Read More
SAUDI ARABIA TO INTRODUCE NEW EXPAT TAX by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Starting from the 1st of July, expats in Saudi Arabia will have to pay a monthly fee of 100 Saudi riyals, per dependent. From next year, this fee is expected to rise until the year 2020. In companies where there are more or an ...
Still unclear to me, still nothing official from my company and most reports I read online are slightly different. Read More
UK family moving to Khobar by specialist1
Hi Guys, Moving to Khobar in a couple of months. Any suggestions for compounds with lots of other expat kids. Our children will be going to Dhahran British School.Also what about Al Khobar lakes. Thanks in advance for any advice.
Hi there, I am a Scottish male living in Khobar. For a compound there are so many and really depends on your budget, almost all are in Khobar. Have a look at the this website for an idea about prices: www.rightcompound.com Cost of living in ... Read More
Looking for Men's Haircut - Barber in Khobar by Darcain
I've been in Khobar for about two months, but I've not found a good barber. Anyone know one that they would recommend?
I have always used the Turkish barber in Al Fanar Mall, seems to be ok. I don't have that much hair left though :) Read More
Rose Ville Compound by deanb1982
Hi, Just been to visit Rose Ville compound, seems to be nice enough. Does anyone have any information or experiences here? Seems to be mainly Indian nationals? 95,000 per year for 2 bedroom, is this a fair price versus other compounds?
This is an apartment, wouldn't be paying 120-150k for an apartment in any compound. Read More
Rose Ville Compound
Hi, Just been to visit Rose Ville compound, seems to be nice enough. Does anyone have any information or experiences here? Seems to be mainly Indian nationals? 95,000 per year for 2 bedroom, is this a fair price versus other compounds? Read More
Oasis Compound at Khobar by ManuelGomez
Someone of you does knwo the Oasis Compound in khobar? It was offered to me by my company as place for living and would like if it is a good option or if other place could be better in Khobar.
Allowances are $4094 per month...Is it safe outside of the compounds?With an allowance like that just go to a compound. Outside of the compounds are safe enough, just being inside the compound you will have more freedom. Read More
Oasis Compound at Khobar by ManuelGomez
Someone of you does knwo the Oasis Compound in khobar? It was offered to me by my company as place for living and would like if it is a good option or if other place could be better in Khobar.
I am currently going through the Visa process, for a position with SA through an agency and must find my own accommodation. I was informed that I would be given an allowance and that a compound is not required, although after looking through this ... Read More
Online car website by deanb1982
Hi, I have found this website http://sa.sayaratcity.com The cars here seem very cheap, does anyone have any feedback about this site?
Will not be worth anything in the UK though, they wont spend good money on a LHD car they can buy in the UK RHD. An American car is different though, they go for good money in the UK. Also I get the fun of a powerful car with very low fuel prices. Read More