Colin1983
English expat in the United Arab Emirates
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English
Lives in Abu Dhabi
Registration: 06 March 2013
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Best place to live by Colin1983
Hi there, I am looking to move to Abu Dhabi in May. The company I will be working for are based from Al Reem island. My question is: can people please give me some guidance on best areas to live?! Based on the below criteria. Budget = 100,000 ...
Hi Hamad, Thanks for the reply much appreciated. Marina square does seem nice seen a few pics of it. I have been told though that Reem island is pretty much a building site?! And I would need to book a taxi to have a beer. What's your feelings ... Read More
Best place to live by Colin1983
Hi there, I am looking to move to Abu Dhabi in May. The company I will be working for are based from Al Reem island. My question is: can people please give me some guidance on best areas to live?! Based on the below criteria. Budget = 100,000 ...
Thanks Rabee, Much appreciated :) Read More
Got my contract, but they didnt ask my certificates to be attested?? by chickenPOX
Hi again.. I hope this will be my final question about my employment. So here its goes: - I Got my contract, but they didn't ask my certificates to be attested, should I bring along? Should I not? (My current location is not in my home country, so ...
Hey! Thanks for the reply, i am going for an engineer role so perhaps that's why they requested my scanned versions of certificates so they can confirm in the UAE they are all good before I come over. Although I can't see it being a problem as I ... Read More
Got my contract, but they didnt ask my certificates to be attested?? by chickenPOX
Hi again.. I hope this will be my final question about my employment. So here its goes: - I Got my contract, but they didn't ask my certificates to be attested, should I bring along? Should I not? (My current location is not in my home country, so ...
Hi CP, I am currently in the UK, so not sure if the requirements are different for a British passport holder. Thought it would be easier for westerners. Like I said the getting attested part is listed as optional for myself but it may be a ... Read More
Got my contract, but they didnt ask my certificates to be attested?? by chickenPOX
Hi again.. I hope this will be my final question about my employment. So here its goes: - I Got my contract, but they didn't ask my certificates to be attested, should I bring along? Should I not? (My current location is not in my home country, so ...
Hi CP, I am not in AD at the moment I am not going over for another month but just doing all my visa stuff through the company. I scanned the documents and attached them as a PDF via email. Although my visa requirements said the getting them ... Read More
Rugby for all levels, sizes and sages! by sarnott
Welcome to Abu Dhabi! Whether you have played before or are a beginner, we would be delighted to welcome you into the community atmosphere of Abu Dhabi Saracens Rugby Club, we have teams of all ages and standards, we also have touch rugby teams, ...
Hi there, I would be interested in potentially getting involved with the club. I can no longer play due to a bad knee injury but could perhaps get involved with some sort of coaching if needed. Colin Read More
Possible Job Offer in Abu Dhabi by rgoals
Hi All, I have had 2 interviews for a job in Abu Dhabi and have some questions, hope someone can help. I have been offered AED 6k a month plus an apartment, medical and health cover, 1x flight home a year plus travel included. Can anyone tell me ...
Hi mate, I also have just accepted a contract from AD and will be moving from London. If I'm honest the salary does seem low for a westerner relocating. I have the same issue with my GF and understand we could try and live together, however due to ... Read More
Got my contract, but they didnt ask my certificates to be attested?? by chickenPOX
Hi again.. I hope this will be my final question about my employment. So here its goes: - I Got my contract, but they didn't ask my certificates to be attested, should I bring along? Should I not? (My current location is not in my home country, so ...
Hi Chickenpox, I can only tell you of my experience at present as i also have just signed a contract. The company I am going to be working for have requested my educational certificates as it seems a big part of things over there. However I just ... Read More
Best place to live
Hi there, I am looking to move to Abu Dhabi in May. The company I will be working for are based from Al Reem island. My question is: can people please give me some guidance on best areas to live?! Based on the below criteria. Budget = 100,000 ... Read More
Guide to Salaries by fsgiggs09
Is AED 18,000 per month enough in Abu Dhabi? Please let me know.
Double basic salary? And all allowances? So basic uk salary of 80k! So not a good offer I'm guessing lol Read More
Guide to Salaries by fsgiggs09
Is AED 18,000 per month enough in Abu Dhabi? Please let me know.
Hi there, I have just been offered a package with a company in Abu Dhabi was looking to find out if it is decent! Travelling single status initially although my partner will join me later on. Below is summary in dIrhams per month. I am a network ... Read More