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Curtain rods Does anyone know where I can find metal curtain rods, with different diameters, where they cut the particular length I need? Thanks a lot. ...
Residence visa and Medical Test hello people, I am very new to the forum and have a few questions as I am planning to relocate to DXB in the near future. I live in the UK have been recently offered a job in DXB. I am wonder ...
Construction in residential area at night Is this still the case in Ramadan? The site across from me is making loads of noise and its 9pm in the evening??? Can they do this? ...
San Francisco to Dubai - Worth the move? I guess now that I look at it 24k is fair but im surprised that college graduates out of an ivy league institution only earn 34K starting in the states. You can't support a good life on 7300 dirhams ...
Cost of Living in Dubai So you'll be making LESS in Dubai with MUCH higher expenses here. ...
Moving to Dubai How can I move this thread to Help forum? ...
Which area to live? hcaleman, Al Mina Rd is right in Bur Dubai - heaps of shops/restaurants around here. You can probably find some decent apartments near here. Another option is to live on Sheikh Zayed Rd or around ...
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Calling Home Those of you who are in Dubai that are from the USA and Canada, how do you call home? Are you finding ways to use Skype or other VOIP programs? Do you have a low cost alternative? I'll be arrivi ...
corporate relocation to dubai. dont bring movies/music? Sydneysider wrote:just don't bring porn in-- they get squirrely about that kind of blatant stuff
as long as we can re-download, that's fine :D ...


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Car Rent with international licence & resident visa? Thanks guys for info. I heard that car rental is only on rental agency, which does't make sense if police stops u. And if u show them ur international licence, then u just need to drive 15-20 drivin ...
How to get a Residence Visa for my son funny, the 'english' link is not visible in firefox but its there in IE.
anyone else see that?
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Where to live when working at Dubai media city ***-adese-**** wrote:i have an available bedspace but for filipinos only..550/month, 30aed max of dewa, with free internet and orbit
How much for 3 bedrooms? ...
Is this offer good reason to move? If I'm not mistaken, 2-3K HKD per month equiv 1-1.5K AED per month. That's a piece of cake, you can save a lot more than that in Dubai, IF you don't expect much and consider these options... - Acc ...
Is this offer good reason to move? jayzed is absolutely right... Dubai is an expensive city and if you already have a good life and are happy where you are, there isn't much incentive to move... ...
Transporting Vinyl To Dubai No-one works off vinyl? That sucks pretty badly. Having said that, I also use a laptop, but I much prefer my vinyl. That's a good point about getting my girlfriend to pick them up though, to save ...
Did your employer take your passport? Fayz, you can work on a husbands sponsorship. All the company requires is for the sponsor (husband) to fill out a no objection form, and the company applies for a temporary labour card. That's what m ...
Dubai or stay put in Malaysia? Hi all, I'm considering a move to Dubai from Kuala Lumpur. I'm not Malaysian but have been working here for a few years. Was wondering if anyone could compare the two cities and tell the differenc ...
Visa ban Can someone explain me in which case you have a ban if you leave your company for another ? is it before one year or is it an automatic ban which comes if you break any contract no matters how many m ...
Can I bring my PC to UAE I am working for an IT company in chennai india and visiting sharjah very soon. Can I bring my PC ( Only CPU ) ?. Will customs allow carrying PC to sharjah? OR Can I bring my motherboard + ...
Rent Committee tel number Anyone know the telephone number of the Rental Committee for questions and disputes on your tenancy contract? ...
Salary for advertising creative I'm an advertising copywriter with more than 10 years of experience and many international awards. To all the expats in advertising: how much can someone fetch with my kind experience and credentia ...
As a woman in Dubai Hello!
I just joined this forum today and was hoping to pick the brain of more experienced Dubai residents out there about how things work in the UAE, and what you should and should not do. ...
Expat packages Can anyone tell me what a typical Expat package is these days-for 2008? Thanks ...
Family Resident Visa - On Vacation Hi Everyone. I will be going to dubai soon with working visa. My family would join me later once I successfully settled there. My question is...Once they joined me in Dubai and got a resident ...
Selling selling issues Okay folks, so I sold my car. Instead of going to Dubai Police to get the ownership transferred, the buyers insisted that I go with them to some shady second-hand car dealer (probably to save them mo ...
Help!! Dubai and Abu Dhabi - What's the difference?? Ok people!! I know what some of you are going to say, silly things like: 1) Its a different city 2) Its a different emirate 3) Its spelt different Ok - thats the limit of what I know!! Right ...
Where can I get Duabi Visit Visa at low cost ? Hello friends,
My visit visa is going to expire recently.
I would like to take one visit visa to Dubai.
Many of the agents here are charging 1200-1500 AED for a vi ...
No NOC certificate I am thinking of leaving my company, but have been told that they have a policy of not issuing NOC certificates? Can someone let me know what this means in real terms? I have been with the company ...
Medical test (important) Hi all, :?: I would like to come to dubai, i want to know abt the medical tests in dubai for a employment visa,. i had pleaurel effusion (flued collection in lungs) 8 months before and flued has rem ...
Medical test Important Hi all,
:?: I would like to come to dubai, i want to know abt the medical tests in dubai for a employment visa,. i had pleaurel effusion (flued collection in lungs) 8 months before and flued h ...
Oman Travel Visa Thinking of going to Oman soon, what's the deal with getting a visa for a day or so? ...
slingbox Hi Just a quick question, we are off to live in dubai in a few weeks. I was hoping to set up a slingbox from the uk before we go. Ive been told if i do this we have to watch the same channel a ...
Engineering Jobs in DUBAI with PhD or Just Masters?... hello, Apology for intrusion but I really need your help and I would be very grateful if you could help. I have just finished a Masters Engineering Degree from a UK University and I am lookin ...
Visa Question Help appreciated I've been into the UAE 3 times. The first 2 times I was given a 60 day visa. This time I was given only a 30 day. I didn't notice until I was out of the airport. Is this unusual? Did he just ...
Visit Visa for a friend Hi, Does anyone know the requirements for me to sponsor my girlfiend on a visit visa? She's 21 and coming from india. I know it can be done thru a travel agent (esp. air arabia), but since her fa ...
getting visa hi i am a new her in this site and i wonder how can i get visa to visit dubia maybe for work, i really need a help so can any one help me with that thank you hiba ...
shipping from home country to dxb any required documents? since im planning to buy a couple of fountains then reship it here to dubai. any ideas on how its done? im thinking of ship cargo. im from philippines btw. any of you shipp ...
American College Football Are there satellite packages available in Dubai that show American college football games? My company is moving me there next week, and I really want to make sure I won't miss the Oklahoma/Texas game ...
Dog walking Hi People We re movin to Dubai in October and bringing our dog. Just doing some research in where i can walk him ive found out these 2 places Al Mamzar Park jebel ali public beach i ...
Women working in Dubai Hi there I am a Chinese lady and am about to be posted to work in Dubai. I am not familiar with the working culture in the Middle East and hence, can anyone share with me on their working experien ...
Rentals/living cost in Dubai? Help required.. Hi guys I'm thinking of movin to Dubai in next 3-4 months.. I might settle for a package around USD 110k /annum.. I think, this is sufficient for me n my wife to lead a resonably comfortable life ...
Brining my baby to Dubai.... Hello! Ok, have today been offered a job in Dubai - am now very scared as it has jumped up on me and I didnt think I would get it but very excitied now!! Question - I have a 16month old little ...
medical license anyone know where i can find out info on gettin a medical license in dubai? if i've got a medical license from the US, what do i need to do to get it transferred to Dubai. thanks ...
Dubai to Ras al Khaima Hello We are moving to Dubai in December. We just came to know that my husband will hv to go to Ras Al khaimah for work atleast 2-3 times a week. If we stay in Bur Dubai..how long does it take t ...
Teacher's Training Courses Hi, I am thinking of changing my career to teaching but I don't know where to start? Is there any institute that I can enquire to? I want to start right from the basic (nursery/kindergarten/montess ...
Shipping a car to Dubai Hiya, Does anyone know anything about the rules for shipping a car into Dubai? I've tried calling the RTA and Tasjeel but the customer service reps can't help and they don't know who can. Has any ...
Question on Driving License The eye test is normally done for both eyes, as Chocs says you will have to enquire with the Authorities whether this will be allowed or not. ...
driving license/leasing question-- am i getting bad advice? (if this is in wrong area, my bad) situation: living/working in dubai 6 mos.; got Dubai driving license 4 mos ago; have a valid/current US driving license (am 42-- have had a license since i was 1 ...
UmmAlquwain :?: would it be a stupid idea to live at UmmAlQuwain Marina and work/commute to dubai? what would the approx travelling time be and any traffic horrors? many thanks in advance for helpful replies. ...
AbuDhabi Driving License Dear Friends, I'm working as an Electrical Engineer, in Abu Dhabi. I may get transfer to Dubai after 1 year. The company is going to apply for my Employment Visa. Since they are having branches ...
Which is more easier? Driving License from AbuDhabi or Dubai Dear Friends, I'm working as an Electrical Engineer, in Abu Dhabi. I may get transfer to Dubai after 1 year. The company is going to apply for my Employment Visa. Since they are having branches ...
Driving in Dubai - Cheap car and Licence and, i know it's not something to boast about, but i also think i am the oldest on the forum! ...
Driving Licence Hey friends!! Does anybody know how long it takes to get a UAE driving licence??I am coming to UAE soon to work but I have to UAE driving licence.I have already have Turksih one.Does it help?? Than ...
Driving License. Could anyone advise whether a Kuwait driving license can be converted into UAE driving license without undergoing test. Finally is there any restriction on the model of personal car allowed to be imp ...
Driving lesson in Dubai Hi there, I'm after a quick refresher/lesson on driving in Dubai. Anyone know if any western instructors? Thxs, Wendy ...
No Driving Licence What do i do How many lesson do i have to take how much will this cost does any one know any good driving schools and instuctres has any one else had this problem please tell me about y ...
Driving Lessons in Dubai Hey there, I am moving to Dubai at the end of this month from the UK but I don't have a license. What's the score with driving lessons over there? Any tips/comments would be much appreciated. ...
Drivers Licence OK, I have got my residency (YAY!) and now I need my DL. I am on the list of countries where I can changeover, and I have everything I need to change it over but I need just one thing. Where do I ...
Getting a driving license... Well now that I've arrived I have so many questions. :-) I come from Croatia, country that is not yet part of EU so we don't have international driving licenses. I went to a driving school, ha ...
UAE driving licence. Untill last year end expats holding valid driving licence issued by GCC countries were eligible to exchange their licence to a UAE licence. Suddenly this Jan apparently the rules have changed much to ...
Dubai Driving License Guys...the bad news is they have gazetted this new law. I just moved to Dubai from Qatar in Jan 2007 my residence visa was stamped in mid Jan 2007 and ever since i have knocked every traffic door to ...
drivers license/housing etc hi me my husband + daughter are emigrating at beginging of october. we just come back from dubai as we done a pre assignment visit to look at schools etc which is now all sorted just need to find ...
Driving License Query-How can I expedite? Just read the following off the website of the Emirates Driving School: "If a student is holding a valid Original licence of his/her country the following documents are required - Original co ...
Working hours Can anyone tell me the working hours in Dubai? I have heard 9-12 and 3-9 or is it more like the wests 9-6? Also how many hours per week and annual vacation days do you get. The company I am thinki ...
Cosmicbaby update...but where to stay. Hi guys. Your help has been tremendous. I wanted to let you know that I will be coming to Dubai at the end of the month. My work location is near gulf towers, oud metha road. I have found th ...
PIANO LESSONS Hi, In case you are interested in Piano lessons from a Qualified Pianist... check out Lessons conducted by a qualified pianist having passed her 8th Grade in Western Classical Piano from ...
Noob seeking noobs or not-so-noobs Wotcher Ive just moved from Manchester to Dubai with a new job - the guys at work are friendly and have been out for a few beers with them already but I want to build a social life thats not work- ...
Does age matter? My wife and myself are in our mid 40s, kids 'grown up', and are seriously looking at moving to Dubai. I would be looking for a senior role in publishing, but my real question is, do you think that ...
Sunday night help (night out) Hi all, this is my first forum post! My brother is over visiting, and as I don't normally head out on a Sunday I'm not sure where to take him. Without being too crude I think he'd like to meet som ...
Art supply stores?? Hello all, I am looking to buy some iron on letters or something of the sort, for making custom tshirts. Does anyone know anywhere I can get something like this? It doesn't necessarily have to be ...
Cost of Living in Dubai Hi, my employer will send me to Dubai for 2 years (finance sector, relationship management). It will pay me the rent for the apartment and health insurance. Does anyone have experiences what shou ...
How long a drive? In rush hour to drive from The Springs to dubai media city? ...
Subcontractors - Going Rates? Hi all, Does anyone have info as to the going rates for independent structural or miscellaneous steel detailers in the Dubai market? ...
Which Bank to choose? Hello Fellow forum members, I was wondering if you could help me out with your expertise regarding banks located in Dubai? Im moving to dubai shortly and want to shift from my scandinavian bank ...
ive been here for nearly a month... Dave, Your thoughts are not far off from many others....to summarize, Dubai is just a hype and simply put, it's just a huge shopping place. I looked for a job in Dubai for a long time...I have ...
Owner of HFZ company / Dubai Tenancy Contract - Dubai DL Hi, This is Sanjay. I m the owner of a HFZ Company & living in Dubai currently with my sister - about to move to a rented accomodation with a Tenancy contract / agreement - Any idea, if I could ...
De-Weeding myself I understand weed is way illegal in Dubai, but how weed free do I need to be before I come over. Obviously I won't be bringing any, or (gulp) smoking any while I'm there, but do I need to detox myse ...
I am seeking some advise. Please HELP! agreed-- you can hire out of india and pay 6-8k tops for this level of experience, proly less ...
DNATA hi, can anyone tell me where the 'old DNATA building' in Deira is. Thankyou ...
pets in an apartment Hi Just wondering if anyone lives in an apartment with a dog. We re moving to dubai on 4th october we have looked at villas etc but just wondered if landlords let u live in apartments with a dog ...
Private English teachers Hi, On another thread I have enquired into nursing jobs for my wife. If it proved difficult to register as a nurse, is there a market for Private English teachers in Dubai? Does The TEFAL / CEL ...
HORSE RIDING IN DUBAI I am looking for a horse riding club to join.. anyone know any.... How much is the charges? ...
Good international schools in Dubai Hello, We will be moving to Dubai from Singapore end of this year. I have a 5 year old kid who I want to send in a good international school there. I see so many schools, and its quite confusi ...
legal situation on loosing job? I've worked for a company in Media City for the past 4 months. I've been in Dubai just as long. I am still on a visit visa. I was told I would receive my Residence visa after the first three month ...
Facing discrimination. Hi everyone, :D I have been having a look at the forum and wanted to ask a question about facing discrimination and racism in the UAE. I come from an Indian background (born in East Africa), but ...
Dubai v Sharjah v Doha Hi - Am looking into moving to the UAE. Am wondering what the relative advantages and disadvantages of living in each of dubai v sharjah v doha is? I pretty much know nothing. Thanks! ...
Psychology Jobs in Dubai Hi-- I'm an Australian psychologist and thinking of working in Dubai next year. Does anyone know if its possible to get jobs in this field and minimum qualifications they require? Cheers, Ta ...
Living with partner ini Dubai Hi, my boyfriend and I are looking to move to Dubai. We were reading on the Australian Dept of Foreign Affairs website, that non-married couples are not allowed to live together. Is this correct? ...
looking for pipe fitting importers Hebei Honglongxin Trading Co., Ltd.，which are one of a leading manufacturer of malleable iron pipe fitting in China. We also supply high quality plastic pipe fittings. We have more than ten ye ...
cake decorating supplies Hi I'm just wondering if anyone has found a shop that sells cake decorating supplies. Like decorations, icing different size cake tins, dye's etc. I love making my own birthday cakes, but only when I ...
UK Pension Funds Does anyone know...... 1. Is it possible to unlock a UK pension fund in Dbx.... and get my hands on the money?? 2. Can you create a property pension fund in Dbx, using the UK fund to buy proper ...
Dubai Banking Moving to Dubai for 6 months and just want to know the precedure on how to open a bank account. Any advice please? ...
Exporting a car to Canada G'morning, Does anyone know the cost to export a brand new car from Dubai and import it to Canada? Need to know export tax/duties here and import tax/duties in Alberta, Canada. Thang u. :) ...
Nursing Jobs in Dubai? Hi, I am hoping someone can give me some advice. My Wife is a UK registered nurse. If we relocate through my job to Dubai what are the job opportunities for my wife in Nursing? Is there a regi ...
How Much Is too Much. Hi Guys Great read. It is complicated to ask so many questions....so I will tell you what is happening. I have been offered a package to Dubai. One that is for 120K Australian dollars a year. N ...
Any good yoga class in the Al Barsha area? Just arrive in Dubai and looking to join a yoga class near Al Barsha area? Any recommendation? ...
Help a brother will you.... My time to ask for help. As some of you already know or will soon discovered the forum is run by the Gaspato. Some people are busier placing language "filters", editing and deleting pos ...
AED or £ sterling when agreeing contract Guys & Gals, I would be very appreciative for any advice anyone can give. I am currently in the process of agreeing my contract with my prospective employer in Dubai. I am moving over there fr ...
arab headdress :) is it allowed non-arab to wear ghutra in Dubai for avoiding exposure to sunlight use? ...