Bicycle shops in Dubai?
Greetings all.
Just moved here little over a month ago. Quick question:
Anyone know the location and name of a used bike shop on 66 (HATTA RD i think?) heading towards Sharjah from Dubai? It's ow ...
Domestic Help Visa By Laws
Anybody knows the recent by laws for Domestic Help Visa?
Is their visa valid only for 2 yrs? And do they automatically get a ban if they dont renew it with the same employer?
Any ideas?
Th ...
best locations to live close to Dubai Waterfront development
Just wondering what everyone recommends as being the best areas to live in which are close to the area where the Dubai Waterfront development is going to take place?
I have been recommended Dubai ...
GETTING SCREWED BYLANDLORD, ANY OPTIONS
Ok this is my issue. I moved in to this building in Oct last year, great building, new building excellent crowd, al-barsha. Now what has happened is that they had some 3 bedroom apartments in the bui ...
Any Cisco Employees on this Forum?
Just wondering if there are any Cisco employees on this forum. I wanted to get some info with respect to living/working in Dubai from an employee point of view.
Thanks. ...
Qualification Attestation... CONFUSED
I have been told that my degree level qualifications can be verified when I get to Dubai, however my professional qualification (CPA) needs to be attested in the country of origin... can someone plea ...
House Maid
hi,
is bringing a housemaid from india better compared to recruiting one locally? we are totally unable to decide on this as people have different views...
btw, v r expecting our first baby ne ...
Spanish
hola there!
as far as i know there is no native spanish in here but if u try to post in english i am sure u will get lots of help ( and dont feel shy man)
at least post the title of the documentary ...
employment contract
hi all, i just got a question here in regards to my employment contract
i have signed my contract for 3 years in the last november. does that mean i have to stick to my employer during this period ...
Super 14 Rugby, World Cup Cricket and Rugby World Cup on TV
I am a South African living in Dubai who is becoming more and more frustrated at the limited TV access to the above sports. Cricket available only if you get Showtime - then need to also get FOX. Am ...
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Vegan needs help!
I seem to be able to find most things for my hippy diet here in the super markets etc but i just can't find soya margarine or at least some kind of dairy free spread.
Does anyone know where i can ...
what paperwork needs attesting for a visa
does anybody know where abouts you can get your college degree attested in ireland/uk. do you send it off to the colsulate??
also if you plan on taking your wife does the marriage certificate need ...
Mortgage overview in the UAE
Does anybody knows where to find a mortgage overview of all banks located in the UAE. I want to buy on the PALM.
Eddy ...
art project work in Dubai seeking short-term support !
THE GLOBAL ELEMENT
nomadic travel project - 15.02 - 21.03.07, Earth, Milky Way
At present time, michael hawk is working on an artistic round-the-world travel project - THE GLOBAL ELEMENT ...
Single girl in Dubai
Hi, I'm from Australia and will be in Dubai for work for 3 months. I'm a single girl in my twenties and just wondered whether it is acceptable or common (or safe?) for women to be out and about by t ...
Work Visa - Is transcript of results necessary?
Im a UK citizen moving to Dubai. I had my University Postgraduate certificate from an English University legalised and sent to my future office along with a form they'd sent me. It was signed bya sol ...
where to live
hi guys,
will be moving to dubai in april with family and are looking to rent a 1 bedroom appt, i know all the areas i would like to live, marina, the greens end of town. are there any i should st ...
Multiple entry visit visa? Or alternatives?
My friend (Thai resident, holds Indonesian passport) is coming to Dubai this end of March up to beginning of May. I'll sponsor and apply her visit visa (with validity 30 days grace period 60 days, pl ...
lookin 4 professional break dancers !!
on 8th and 9th of march we have an event "AlIttihad private school fun festival" and am lookin 4 breakdancers wit the dj to perform at it...
if u do plz gimme ur number...!! ...
Post in Duubai - how slow?
Sent my academic certificate to my company by recorded delivery mail on 30/01/07. It left UK on 31/01/07 but still hasn't been delivered.
Is the postal service quite slow there? Is it normal? Just ...
Location for Hyder
Hi
I'm trying to locate Hyder Consulting But all I have is the PO Box 52750
Dubai. Does any one know which road it's on or near any particular landmarks.
Thanks ...
HELP !! - sold property in Dubai,need Sterling to take to UK
hello peeps - advice needed from all of you..please read on !
Ive managed to sell my property in Dubai :)
So, im travelling to Dubai this month to receive my share of the sale.
I will get a ...
Advice on job offer
Hi everybody
I just joined this forum and it is great.
I put this post up b4 but I guess it was the wrong forum. I'm hoping I can get more help in this forum.
I am a South African (Indian) an ...
Looking for a personal English Teacher in Dubai
Looking for a personal English Teacher
** A native English speaker (female) to teach private sessions in Jumeirah.
if interested, please email me
...
Cost of livingin Dubai
Hi Folks,
I am not in Dubai yet but would like to know the cost of living for a family of 3 persons in Dubai area, excluding the rent as I owned an Apt there.
I read some post that you need 10k ...
Australian Rugby League - broadcast
Hi,
Does anyone know if the Australian NRL (National Rugby League) competition is broadcast or available through any subscription
cable/satellite service in Dubai?
I recently relocated from S ...
Need Help/Advise: Single mom moving to Dubai
Hey Folks,
Firstly, I've been reading and researching through this site for about 2 months. I decided in Sept06 to move to Dubai this Spring07.
To avoid annoying anyone, I've done some search ...
HELP!! sold property in Dubai, need sterling cash for UK...
hello peeps - advice needed from all of you..please read on !
Ive managed to sell my property in Dubai :)
So, im travelling to Dubai this month to receive my share of the sale.
I will get ...
BodyBalance
Does anyone know of anywhere that BodyBalance classes are held in Dubai - that is not Aviation Club?
Preferably around SZR area.... ...
Fight gyms
As some of you may know i'm possibly relocating to Dubai soon. I've tried looking for fight gyms in Dubai (specigically, muay thai fighting). Does anyone here practice this sport or know of any gym ...
Where to live?
Moving to Dubai next month. Will be working in Deira (Rigga Road). Where would people recommend living?
my budget will be around AED 55-60K ...
Assistance required about my package
I have been offered a package of 15,000AED / month, Airfare, Medical provided. Could anyone give their comments on this package? I am a Canadian Citizen, US graduated and have 15 years of professiona ...
document issue
hey guys; my company is getting my resident visa and they want my high school diploma. i have a copy of my transscript with the state seal on it but they keep asking for my original diploma that does ...
Alcohol detox facility in Dubai?
Hi,
Can someone recommend a practioner or medical center with detox treatment for someone with an alcohol dependency problem?
Thanks ...
Need some help with make up!
I am looking for someone who knows how to do make up as in not like I go to a Women's Beauty saloon and ask them for a make up, Believe me if laws allowed it I would do that. When I say makeup, I mea ...
Studio in Rigga area.
Hi all,
I shall be moving to Dubai later this month. Is is possible to find a FURNISHED studio apartment near Al Rigga road on short term basis ?
Regards,
Roy ...
Export taxes for cars?
Hey,
Another car related question...
Anyone know if there are any tax's to export a new car from UAE?
Also, any idea of shipping costs to Canada and India? Anyone know agencies who can help with ...
Late Night Riders..What shall I do?
Last night or shall I say.. morning at 2am-4am, there're these 2 thickheads driving a lambourghini wheezed around the Deira road, right infront of our apartment. It was very disturbing and we couldn ...
6 Nations!
Does anyone know of anywhere I can watch the 6 nations matches this weekend that won't be showing the football in preference?
A long shot, I know, but . . . ...
Moving to dubai from TO
Hi All,
I live in Toronto too and I'm wanting to relocate there as well. Been thee for Christmas and really like it but the problem is finding a Job. Nothing is working from over here in terms of ...
Movers from North America to the UAE
Hey all,
One of my friends is making the plunge and moving out here, she only has 4 or 5 boxes of household stuff she would like to bring over and is looking for recommendations on shipping.
W ...
Need hotel apartment for more then 5 month
Hello,
i`ve got a short question.
I`m looking for an apartment (in a 5 stars hotel) in dubai for more then 5 month.
The apartment should have:
- One bedroom
- Livingroom
- Seperate room f ...
Driving Underage
Although holding a UK license, what would be the consequences of being caught driving under age? I know a fine would be incurred whilst not holding a UAE licence and the vehicle temporarily confiscat ...
UK Tax question
Hi Guys, I searched and didn't find any relevent info to my question.
Situation: My company opened up an office here in DIC. I came here to run the office and my contract states my salary in Briti ...
Sharjah Golf & Shooting Club
Wondering if anyone has been there and can give some feedback? I've been to their website but a lot of the links aren't working ( if you will pardon the pun! )
Specifically, would it be a good place ...
Can Russian driving license be converted into UAE license ?
Hi,
Can somebody tell me whether a Russian driving license be converted easily into UAE driving license ? Is there an official web site where the list of countries (who's driving license are accep ...
Map of Dubai - in arabic?
Hi
Does anyone know where i can find (online preferably) a map of Dubai, but in arabic.
Just need the bit between the trade centre and defence roundabout.
Thanks!
H ...
Employment Contract
Hi!
To you veterans of the forums, I did search the forum but did not find the answer I am looking for.
I have come to Dubai for about a week now, I am under the Payroll of Company A but work f ...
Scuba Diving in Dubai
HAs anyone tried scuba diving in dubai? In one of the earlier posts someone mentioned , , has anyone been here? Any ideas / reviews / suggestions? ...
DIC internet - restrictions?
I have a question regarding Internet use in the DIC region and marina/greens area.
Internet connections are not proxyed by Etisalat so there are no restrictions. When looking at YouTube there is a ...
Rental Accommadation - Negotiation???
Hi all
Soon to move to Dubai - and wanted to get a feel for Rental Costs ,,,,,
I am in the lucky position of having a good housing contribution from my employer, and will be looking for a 5 bed ...
Where to live in Dubai.
I shall be relocating to Dubai in February. My office is on Al Rigga road. Can you please advise the best place to stay to avoid traffic jam. My budget is up to AED 70 K. Can anybody suggest a good r ...
Billiards Lessons?!
dear all,
i'm looking for an institute or an individual who gives billiards lessons. could you help with that?
regards ...
Applying visit visa from Dubai vs UAE embassy?
My friend is a Thailand resident and holds Indonesian passport. She's visiting Dubai from end of March to beginning of May (about 40 days) for vacation.
I've read and am completing the requirement ...
Job Offer
where is midrif and is it close to schools for the kids. is it a nice area ...
Any car manufacturers in the middle east?
Salamu alaikum,
I'm a brother in the U.S. studying automotive engineering and I'm wondering if you guys have any car manufacturers in the middle east. I am aware that Iran produces some cars but i ...
How can i urgently find a temporary nanny?
I hope someone can help me. I am very urgently in need of a nanny to look after my 2 girls. My husband will return to Australia on Monday, I am working full time, and we have not been able to find a ...
Tailor in new dubai ?
Anyone know of any tailors in Greens/Marina/DIC/Jebel Ali area ?
or maybe Al Quoz ?
just wondering if there is something nearer than bur dubai ... ...
Visa - how long!
Am moving to Dubai in March from UK. My academic certificate is currently going through the Foreign Office and UAE Embassy in London.
Does anyone know how long it will take for a local company to ...
External Hard Disk
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ADVISE REQ- FEMALE RELOCATING FROM UK TO DUBAI
I am relocating to Dubai in August 2007 with work and was wondering if anyone can help me ?
I am a female and was wondering if its easy to make friends for nights out with fellow expats ?
Is it ...
Internet Cafes in the Marina/DIC area?
Hi Guys
Can anyone tell me if there are any internet cafes in the Marina or DIC area please. I need one where I can go in and use their computers rather than use WiFi on my own laptop.
If so - ...
How to add pics
I just wrote a text and wanted to add a picture, because i saw other contributions which included pictures.
Can anybody of you tell me how I can do this, please? ...
Indian/CBSE schools
Hi,
We are planning to shift to Dubai in March. I would like to know good ICSE/CBSE board school in Dubai.
Cheers, Dipa ...
Police Question
Hi,
does anyone know of any European or Americans who work for Dubai police or CID as i am looking to move to Dubai and want to know more about the police force.
Cheers ...
Realestate agent contact
Can someone post some contact info for realestate brokers/agencies in Dubai. ...
Greetings from Down Under!
G'day all, Mike is the name and I'm from Sunny-sometimes-Sydney, Aus. My old man currently lives in UAE and has been there for a few years now. Having finished school and a couple of years in the w ...
All newbies and those to be welcome to Dubai
Hello all,
my name is Christian, I am 33 years old and from Munich in Germany. I speak English, Deutsch and Francais and am now already 1 1/2 year in the UAE.
Since I worked for more than one y ...
Course for PLC,SCADA & DCS
Is there any institutes offering courses in PLC,SCADA & DCS in Dubai/Sharjah?
I am an Electrical & Electronics Engg. Graduate
Regards
Muneer
Sharjah-UAE
050-6 ...
How to get a Prepaid Credit/Debit Card (for online payment)?
I am in search for a prepaid debit/credit card for online(internet) payment.
Where can i get it?
I found a website offering these..
But i don't know what are their charges and all.. ...
Change of job before one year
Hi dears. I m working in a dubai based company as manager. I have not completed my 1 year still. I got an offer from a company in DIC which is good for me. So anyone can guide me how can I change my ...
Skype
if you are bringing a laptop or your pc make sure you have the program (see above :wink: ) downloaded before you get here.
access to the site is limited however you won't really need to access t ...
Dubai for 3 Months...Advice Please!
Right, here's the situation:
I'm currently in my final year in high school and, come June, I'll be finished all my exams and ready to go to Dubai for 3 months to (hopefully) earn some money before ...
Moving out soon......what to expect!
So im waiting back on a job offer to come and work out in Dubai in the automotive sales industry. Im a 25 year old male who enjoys his rugby and going out getting drunk and the company of fine ladies ...
Moving to dubai with family
Hello!
My husband got offered a job in the telco industry in dubai and so we are moving around March! I would appreciate if you could help me find my way through the info jungle on the web.
I ...
About buying a Microscope
I wish to buy Olympus microscope from Dubai. My preferences are CX41,BX40. Please let me know about stores selling these products...their addresses... please reply soon.. ...
Moving to Dubai??
Hi all!
Me and my husband are considering moving to Dubai. I have been reading quite many posts here and I have one question...
It seems that quite many people' in this forum have pretty negati ...
Is Visa required to go to Riyadh-Saudi?
Hi, we just got our maid a helper-visa here in Dubai. For her holidays, she want to go to Riyadh in Saudi Arab to meet her husband. She is allowed to have her days off, but I don't know what are th ...
Suitable place to live in Dubai?
We are thinking of buying a place here in Dubai in few months time. The places we liked are Greens & for villas - Mirdif. Any good suggestions on these 2 places , pros & cons???
'really a ...
Champions Tower 1
In have put down about 30% now and it closes in 2008. Its a niie development and I am buying a studio 13th floor but have been made redundant and am not sure if I can continue the payments.
Can an ...
moving to dubai
hello everyone. first post.i am from the uk. i am considering a move to dubai in the summer, pending a job offer, and was wondering what the situation would be with bringing my girlfriend over. she w ...
Birth and parenting classes
Are there any birth and parenting classes available in English for expat couples in Dubai? ...
Royal Skandia or Zurich?
Hi Guys,
i dont know if this post shud be under 'Expat Help Section', anyway. Wanted some investment advise. Had anyone invested in Royal Skandia or Zurich fund of funds? Any idea how g ...
Playing golf in Dubai
Is it easy to play a round of golf in Dubai? Or would one need an expensive membership to get to play? Also looking for keen golfers out there to play together. ...
Public Swimming pool - advice pls
Does anyone know of a decent sized swimming pool I can use on a "fee on usage" without a full blown club membership in Dubai? Help appreciated. ...
Shipping Computer From UK
Hi, Does anyone know a reasonably priced company who will transport my computer from the UK to Dubai? ...
Steroids
Wutup folks. I'm coming to Dubai soon and I was wondering if anyone had an idea on whether or not I could get my hands on steroids there. Im in lebanon right now and it's very easy to get all the ori ...
us football playoffs! help!
hello all; as a native of new orleans i've got to watch the saints bears game on sunday. any ideas??? desperate here! ...
Special Work Provisions for Those 15-18 Years Old?
Quote:Status of Child Labor Practices and Minimum Age for Employment: The labor law prohibits employment of persons under the age of 15 and has special provisions for employing those 15 to 18 years o ...
Guys…..need your vision ASAP!
thakns to all-withdrwan ...
Al Shamil - heeeeeeelp!
Anyone had the same problem? I keep getting a 'page cannot be found' message when I'm trying to connect to the Internet and a 'TCP/IP is not enabled for this connection' when I try to repair it.
I'v ...
Moving from Toronto - Questions
I'm planning on moving to Dubai from Toronto (Canada). I have tons of questions that I need to know to make this transition smooth.
1. Famous Job Websites (to search for jobs)
2. RealEstate sites ...
Yoga classes
Dear all,
I would like to know where i can learn and practice yoga in dubai or sharjah?
I dont like spa because its too much expensive!
I want to find a cheaper place like a non-luxury health clu ...
Management Consultancy packages
Hi,
I’ve had a final round interview with a consultancy in the UAE and I think I’m going to choose Dubai as a base over Abu Dhabi assuming I'm successful.
I’m hoping to get an offer soon and I’ ...
Visa entry -
could someone please clarify for me the following - can i enter the dubai on uk visa as normal and within the two month period apply for a residents and work visa?? Another source is telling me I mu ...
should i take it ???
hi,
i'm new to the forum
dunno nothing about dubai
is the following offer decent?
gross salary: 26000 dh
one airfare every two years (family)
medical (family)
how much?
how much would i pay for a 3 bed villa in the springs. is this place out of the way from everything. would i get a private pool? (how much) thanks for any advice.. ...
Life in Dubai
Hi everybody,
Could you tell me how it feels for an occidental to live in Dubai, I am concerned about the "liberty" we are used to:
-clothing: are the girls allowed to wear skirts/dre ...
Work on ebay from Dubai
Hi,
I'm french ,actually i sell on Ebay France. I would like to leave in Dubai soon , I want to know if it's possible to sell on ebay from dubai ? and can we accept paypal ?
Thanks you so much fo ...
Hello!!...Can someone that lives in DUBAI please enter. thx!
hey, I'm moving to dubai pretty soon, and I have some questions ...
Can someone please drop his/her MSN here thanks!! ...