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moving or not? hi i've been offered a job at ski dubai for 116 000 AED a year, i'd like to live in city centre i mean a nice place where everything's happening in studio or a 1 bedroom flat. does it worth it? ...
ABN Amro vs Mashreq Bank Quick question, my husbands employer have said they prefer if he has an account with either ABN Amro or Mashreq Bank for his pay to go into. Havent looked into various fee and charges yet, but on ...
Dune bashing W/ dune BUGGIES een in Dubai for 2 weeks now and still have another week or two to go. loving it!!!! Went to Marines Club out the back of Sea View hotel last night! Awesome band playing there!!! I'm still real k ...
Possible move... question about teaching jobs I am thinking about taking a job in Dubai and bringing my wife, who is an experienced primary school teacher. The question is will she find it easy to find work once we get there? thanks in advance : ...
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Government versus Private sector salary packages :) don't expect it to be much different then - plenty of internal politics from what i have seen. what you do have to look forward to is: extended holidays - more than private sector te ...
Dubai's clubbing dress code? There's ladies nights every night of the week if you know where to go. The dress code is for guys, not women. They want the girls in skimpy clothes to attract the men to the venues - that's the purpo ...
Nice pictures Sage and choc!!! I don't know what the word is for the pictures next to your name when you post a message. Although I surf the net like crazy I've never gone into chat rooms until now since I need info on my move. ...
Accommodation matter I don't know if this thread belongs here or in the Accommodation in Dubai forum. I have been living in an external college dorm. A friend of mine suggested that I move with her and share the rent. Sh ...
dancing in dubai Where in dubai can you go to learn to dance, hip hop, bollywood, maybe even breakdancing? aree there any groups anyone knows of? im not a professional, but i ike to dance as a hobby, and to keep f ...


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local removal companies Greetings forum bods, I am soon to be moving house (within Dubai), so can anyone recommend good removal companies? Or perhaps more importantly, ones to avoid. thanks ...
What is an ideal contract here? Hi everyone! I'm new to Dubai, recently had an interview with a company and they've agreed to hire me. But the interviewer was also nice enough to tell me honestly that there is an issue with the ...
degree verification -UAE Thanks scarlet.. But I think I need to explain further and my situation.. I read in sept 2005 degree verification can be done in empost.. But now there is a new rule. I read it here from one of t ...
Etisalat roaming Does anyone know if a wasal prepaid sim card is charged for receiving calls when roaming abroad, or is only to make calls? ...
No employment ban in Free Zones? I know this question has been asked many times before, and having checked the archive and other sources I think I know the answer, but just want to make sure I've got it straight.
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A few queries about Dubai whats great about it is that you dont need to be online to level up, you can just let the skills develop as you play, there are short cuts in learning skills fast.......i love the game so far ...
Where can I afford to live? I'm moving to Dubai very soon and will begin property-hunting. Am I likely to be able to find a 3-bedroom villa in Jumeira for around Dh180K? I see the occasional at this price in Gulf News but most ...
Dubai's Business Dress Code I'm moving to Dubai from the USA next month and have been told that the dress code in the office is "business". Does this mean wool suits in Dubai? I'm trying to understand how you ca ...
Offshore investing In view of comments about investment advisors on blacklist forum thought others might be interested in a website that helps you do things for yourself features daily updates of over 4,500 savings ...
Dubai - relocation from the UK Hi We are making some progress with our move, but still I have many questions :?, so here goes: - Property available to rent: Does it tend to be furnished or unfurnished? - With the actu ...
Good bank in Dubai on Euro/GBP savings account? I'm looking for a good, hassle free (easy to withdraw & transfer), and no frills (no minimum balance, no high monthly fee, but interesting interests) bank in Dubai for opening either Euro or GBP. ...
Pinata Wanted Urgently Where can I find pinatas here in Dubai? I have only seen basic party supplies, no pinata detected. There's no time to order one online nor make one. Also, I would appreciate if I was guided to a part ...
Hotel / Hotel Apartments in Abu Dhabi Dude... ain't gonna happen... not in the Dhabi. I suggest that you either churn out a lot more than that, or commute from Ras Al Khaimah ;) ...
Help findin a job and accomodation in Dubai Hi forum,I'm new here,still in the Uk,Thinking of moving to Dubai,Hesitating a bit,Need 2 find a job,Accomodation all that. it's like starting from scrtch again,I just have enaugh of the UK.Want a c ...
Searching for contact at the Cananadian consulate HI there, I have a bit of an interesting situation and require some help. I was trying to get my Dubai drivers license by switching over from my Canadian license. I was told that I needed a letter f ...
Advice needed on new job if the co. is going to DMC you'll get a DMC card, not a labour card (essentially the same thing) i'm a permanent resident in Oz and if you have a taxable status there as i do, you'll have to pay t ...
Off to Cairo for 4 days :) any ideas? ...
Unwed mixed ethnicity couple... Chocoholic wrote:But that's Sharjah, it's alot tougher than Dubai.
If people are just 'visiting' there's really no issue. As otherwise hotels would not be allowed to give rooms to unmarried co ...
Summer Job on a Visit? Chocoholic wrote:Don't know as I'm freelance and work for whom ever requires my services.
Choco i need your services :lol: ...
EXPAT PACKAGE GOOD OR COULD BE BETTER???? gtmash wrote:What constitutes British schooling? The school where I did my IGCSE schooling in over here charges between 5000 and 7000 per year, depending on class. Good enough to get me into a top-5 ...
Possible to find a 1million Dhs, 2 bedroom near Burj alArab? Just a small clarification: by 'near Burj alArab' I mean within 7kilometers or so. ...
ANXIOUS MUMMY ARRIVING WITH 2 TOTS!!! bellys wrote:Thanks, thought I had started a riot with this! He will be travelling to the new Jebel Ali airport site. Would you say the springs is suitable then?
Not such a bad location, al ...
Buying a cat in Dubai Triple post :roll: ...
Do you really want to move to Dubai?? xty wrote: scot1870 wrote:That's about the most expensive place in Dubai tho. Anyway, I was paying more than that a year to have my daughter in nursery in the UK 4 days a week, what we pay now is l ...
DUBAI or not DUBAI ??? Hi all ! I may have a possibility to have a job in Dubai in the coming months. I'd really like to go there, would be a great opportunity to discover this area and to meet new people...But there' ...
Quitting job and getting paid?? Hello, Another question for you all. I came to Dubai to work for a particular company which turned out to be VERY VERY VERY shady...I'm certain they were breaking all sorts of laws and I was treate ...
Visa Run With American License?? Hi, I need to do a visa run this weekend, I understand that driving into Oman is the cheapest and quickest way to do this... HOWEVER I do not have a car and plan to rent one, furthermore I do not ...
Banking anyone? hi, new in dubai, lots of details to sort out. one of course is banking, so i don't have to carry my monthly salary around in my purse. however, there's the whole thing about needing a residence v ...
Physio Hi, I'm a physiotherapist just beginning to look for work in Dubai. I've got a good idea of what to expect in a hospital setting but I'm struggling to find information on private practices. Can anyon ...
help please! :D hi all we are currently living in bangkok and will be moving to dubai in december we have 2 children 6 & 4 and i would like any information on these schools i have read about. jumeriah prima ...
I'M IN DUBAI!!!! Arrived in Dubai yesterday safely at 5:30am. It already feels like I've been here for a week! Staying at 'The Gardens' near Ibn Battitu (spelling?) mall. Suggestions on what to do/see/eat/drink etc ...
(Christian) international kindergarten school? So my daughter is 3 years old now and has been going to nursery school in the neighborhood (near Burjuman) for almost one year. In few months (probably the next school term in August/September), we'r ...
prescription drugs - please help!!!!!!!! Hey everyone Looking to move to Dubai for a few years but I have to take prescription drugs for a long term illness (azathioprine and asacol). Does anyone know if Ill be able to get these drugs w ...
where can we play basketball there are lots of basketball places around there is one near diyafa street, one at safa park and there are couple of parks in jumeriah that have basketball courts ...
Finding IT Jobs , Which one is recommended? Dear All , About finding IT jobs in Dubai , Which on is better? Travel to Dubai , and looking for a job locally or using websites and find it remotely? Brgrds , Majid ...
uptown school mirdiff Hi, could anyone give me any info on the Uptown School in Mirdiff. We are a British family moving out with a 10 year old daughter. This school has been recommended to us by my hubbies company. The ...
Real Estate Prices Do you have some idea at Al Wahida how much the house rental prices ? ...
Living in Dubai Accomodation in Dubai very very expensive ? Do you know why :( ...
moving to dubai Afternoon all, as you can see i'm a new memeber. I am moving to dubai in oct/nov for work, being a bit excited and nevious. So im looking to make e-friends who have first experience in dubai who ca ...
Travel To Dubai Thank you for all information . I ve new returned from Dubai . I ve stayed at Arabian Park Hotel it was 3 star but like 4 star it , I ve been alone , I ve a chance to join dessert safari was wonder ...
Birth at Al Wasl Hospital I have heard a few moms tell me that Al Wasl was good, but in the first stages of labour you are in a room with 4 other women. That means you don't get much rest between contractions because you hav ...
Where i can buy Chinese grocery? Hi everyone, I am a newbie for Dubai, only came here for a week. Can anyone tell me where i can buy Chinese grocery/Asian grocery(like Thai, Vietnemese..) & is there any Chinese local Paper he ...
Where to live - a quick guide needed!! I don't know Dubai from the back of my hand apart from what I've read in guidebooks and they dont help much! A bit of a s*d as I'm moving there in 3 weeks, so.... Where are the convenient and comf ...
Tim Hortons A question to all those Canadians living in Dubai. How do you guys live without Tim Hortons coffee? ...
Dubai Work (Please help) Ok now I have no degree...experience working in Customer Care at HSBC and Retail (I was in retail whilst at college) only have completed an AVCE. Anyway I want to work in Dubai....hotels/service e ...
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beach club memberships Denise, I asked the same question about beach memerships last week and no one responded to me either. I don't know why people won't respond to this question any time it is asked. Don't bother do ...
Anyone know about Falcon Chemicals? They are located in Jebel Ali. Cheers ...
Been offered a job in Dubai - should I go for it? Hello folks Well the Subject pretty much says it all! All advice, tips, warnings, stories, etc gladly taken. Im a single guy, 34, and apart from a good bunch of mates, Ive no ties that would preve ...
Laptop question Dumb question, but can i bring my laptop from the states and be able to use it in Dubai? I mean for wireless and plug it into the outlets in dubai. from my understanding the TV and DVD systems in ...
No body can help :-( Why I am telling that no body can help? because for very simple issues, no body has been able to help me, so, how can I find some one who could help me to start my own radio station in UAE? YES!!! ...
satellite tv Hi, my family and I are moving out to Dubai in a couple of months. Could anyone advise me on the best satellite systems to buy. I am coming from the UK and we would defo want the sport. any help wo ...
Credit Cards I have been banking with meBank for a few months, but I still have to apply for a credit card in Dubai. Does anyone have any recommendations for a good credit card... I heard RakBank offers a dece ...
single mum teacher looking for year in dubai HI, my daughter and I moved to UK from SA 4 and a half years ago and the weather is getting us down, not to mention the cost of everything. My plan is to head to Australia, but am thinking that if I ...
Anyone now of a good yoga class Hi, Have just moved to Dubai, looking for a good beginers yoga class and a personal trainer that will come to me. Can anyone help please? Thanks, The Major! ...
The Sea So as I have mentioned. I will be in Dubai from the 1st July. I would just like to know what the sea will be like...I have experienced sea temps to feel warm when you put your hands the waves on t ...
Do American's of Pakistan/India origin make good money? DF, Do Indians/Pakistanis from America, who have an American college degree, American work experience and American citizenship do they get paid good too since their also from the states? really cu ...
health related hi there! i nid ur help coz i rili feel bad about my cituation. is dubai or any other mid east countries very particular with hepatitis b? i can feel dat i am loosing my oportunities abroad becoz of ...
Visit Visa duration for U.S. Citizen Hello everyone, I understand that the U.A.E recently has changed it's visit visa policies in regards to european and u.s. passport holders. Im planning to come to Dubai and stay for 6 months to ...
Actual cost to rent a villa??? I have been reading the forums for months and researching my move to dubai. I have receieved an offer and my housing allowance is 40K US or 145K drm??? I have looked at villa rents on line that s ...
Dual voltage (110V ~ 240V) appliances Hi, All of the household appliances I have seen here utilize the fixed 220V. Are there electrical appliances (notably blender and monitors' LCDs) that accept input voltage 110V~220V ? In that w ...
Fishing Gear Hate to post in general but really looking for this: ...
I need help on targetting UAE Audiences !!! Do you know a good website suitable for placing online ads (text/graphics) in the UAE? Send me your suggested website URL, please. Mahmood. ...
Studio or 1B/R flat wanted Hi, All, I just relocated to Dubai searching for accommodation. My office is at Al Garhoud. Therefore, I want to find a studio or a 1 Bedroom flat in nearby areas, such as clock tower, deira city ...
investing money hey, What are various ways of investing money --->a common man.not a great earner though..just started working...everything starts from the bottom.. need feedback yo ...
Best course of action Hi everyone, I'd like to ask ppl to give their feedback on my situation. I've been in Dubai for less than 3 months. I'd joined a company In Dubai Internet city and after a month, My employer informe ...
Expatriation survey Hello there, We are running a survey on expatriation and would really love to have your voice and view point. Please click this link to see the survey Just some backround info, breezeAfric ...
Question about housing Sorry if this is a duplicate question, but I wanted to know if 90K drm for a housing allowance is good for a single person to live on? plus my office is located in Dubai Internet City, so is housing ...
Beach Clubs I am considering moving to Dubai and I read that many expat families join a beach club at one of the hotels. Can anyone tell me the approximate cost for a family of 4? Also, which clubs would they ...
Working Visa without a Degree ! Is a Degree needed by an employee for an employer to Sponsor and obtain a work visa in Dubai for an Australian Citizen ? Ive had several interviews and been offered a Job in Dubai although have re ...
Questions to ask employer regarding Visas ? Contracts ? Ive had several interviews with a employer in Dubai and in the process of recieviing a Job offer , Im wanting to get some points / questions down in a email regarding a few things surrounding the Con ...
Cafe for football on Sheikh Zayed Road? Hi there. Could anyone living in the Sheikh Zayed Road area point me in the direction of a cafe (preferably outside) with a TV showing the Champions League semi-finals today and tomorrow night? Id ...
IT Support Income ??? Im currently in Australia and have been offered a IT position doing Level 1/2 Support for an Investment firms Executives , They have offered 80K US with relocation costs from Australia and first 8 we ...
URGENT ADVICE Hi Guys Dont know if you can help me but i have 2 questions which are in need of an urgent answer , i have been working for a big real estate company for the last year and a bit and i have just qu ...
Work Permit Question Hi everyone, I just want to know what are the requirement to get a work permit or labor card in dubai, what are the medical test should i undergo, and if the medical test result of mine is positi ...
Employment Visa transfer issues Hey folks... a friend of mine has been working at this company for nine months, and recently got his work visa. He has just now been offered a really good package with a different company, and this c ...
visa HI I am a french passport holder and would like to know if a new uae visa is issued automatically when I exit dubai for oman and then re-enter dubai by road? ...
NURSERIES Hi, Can anyone advise me of any good nurseries around the Jumeirah/Marina area. My son is nearly 2 years old and will be looking to put him into nurseries, around July/August. Any advise would ...
UnMarried 1xDivorse 2xChildren 1xStep Child 1xGirlfriend and 2 cats (but I couldnt fit that in the subject line!) I have been offered a job in Dubai which is due to start in Aug / Sep 07 I am divorsed with 1 child from the marriged My partner / gi ...
TAX? hi, I am planning on moving to Dubai shortly and wondered if selling off some assets whilst based in dubai would make good sense. Would i be free from any UK Taxes, such as Capital gains etc? ...
London to Dubai Hi guys. I've been perusing this place for a week or so since getting an interview for a job in the Media Centre in Dubai. I'm not going to ask about a "package" as I've seen the figures an ...
Video footage of Dubailand Hello,does anyone live near where dubailand is being built .we are looking for some video footage for our website you can help us please email . Thank You, Ronny ...
Any good? Ok so an apartment/villa is provided by the company...I just need to live on the salary paid which is about 4200Dhs monthly but it will be no lower than 3600Dhs the extra 600Dhs is a some other benef ...
SOMEONE Please can someone tell me how can you survive on 3000Dhs a month well probably 3600Dhs or so? In Abu Dhabi or Dubai or somewhere very close? Oh and company provides free fully furnished accom! ...
WHERE 2 SHOP FOR WASHING MACHINE, DISHWASHER, FRIDGE ETC...? Hi, I am soon to be moving to dubai in a few months and would like alot of advice on where are the best places to buy washing machine, dishwasher, fridge freezer etc?? Would appreciate some advis ...
Need some help Hi we have just launched a new website and we are looking for people to post any pictures of dubailand under construction or any info you have on it.to email anythign to us go to and press email.th ...
July Ok so I think it is almost sorted now I just need to confirm the flight and hotel now. I should be in Dubai for 10 nights in July. Now as it will be hot will there be a lot of tourists? I will ...
Dubai Life I would just like some ideas based on living in Dubai.... I'm just wondering if it is possible for a Westerner to get work in the hotel/hospitality sector? Are there any companies or ways I ca ...
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Not Another Salary Question!?!*%$# I'll be short and sweet. It's just me(30) and my wife(28 ). No Kids!!! Here is what I've been offered. (in dirhams) Basic: 18,000 per month Housing: 4,500 per month Transportation: 2,700 ...