Andy
@Chilly
South African expat in Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
26
About me
South African
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English, some Afrikaans
Registration: 18 August 2010
Multiple entry visas
Thanks for the replies guys, much appreciated Read More
Multiple entry visas
Could someone please tell me what exactly are the rules and or standard requirements regarding a multiple entry visa to Saudi. I have a 3 month multiple visa, that says the duration of the stay is only 30 days, but it is valid for 90 days. I don't ... Read More
Working hours? by Chilly
Hi guys. I've been in Riyadh for a week now, and spent 5 days in the office so far, is it normal to work 13 to 14 hours a day in this part of the world? Or am I getting done in here? I haven't been back to the house before 10pm yet, and some ...
In South Africa we would put in about 9 hours a day, 5 days a week with the odd bit if extra time if required. I am still at the office now, been here since 7am and expected to stay until 9pm. All of the staff are here. Contract says nothing about ... Read More
Darts Anyone? I live near Granda Shopping Mall by CivEngr
Just got a dart board. Got lots of room to party; 2 living rooms, kitchen, 1-1/2 bath, 2 bedrooms. Waste of space. Great party house but no peeps to party with. I suck at darts but it is something to do. Any interset? I live near the Granda ...
I'd like to join in, anytime will be good, I'll keep an eye on the page. Andy Read More
Working hours?
Hi guys. I've been in Riyadh for a week now, and spent 5 days in the office so far, is it normal to work 13 to 14 hours a day in this part of the world? Or am I getting done in here? I haven't been back to the house before 10pm yet, and some ... Read More
Arrived in Riyadh
Hi guys. So I have arrived in Riyadh and settled into an apartment close to the city centre. Started in the office this morning, here's hoping that things work out. Looking forward to meeting some of you soon. Andy Read More
Left hand Drive cars by Chilly
Morning everyone. Coming from the bottom end of Africa we drive on the left hand side of the road in right hand drive cars. Next week I move to Riyadh and have the daunting task of learning to drive a left hand drive car. Now I know I am not the ...
The plot thickens, thanks for the feedback Read More
Left hand Drive cars by Chilly
Morning everyone. Coming from the bottom end of Africa we drive on the left hand side of the road in right hand drive cars. Next week I move to Riyadh and have the daunting task of learning to drive a left hand drive car. Now I know I am not the ...
Welcome to the Kingdom, and to the forum, It's not that hard, I would say. You just make sure you put your seat belt when you do the test, never stop on the STOP sign even if the man tells you to do so, when you pull over, make sure you turn on the ... Read More
Left hand Drive cars
Morning everyone. Coming from the bottom end of Africa we drive on the left hand side of the road in right hand drive cars. Next week I move to Riyadh and have the daunting task of learning to drive a left hand drive car. Now I know I am not the ... Read More
Motorcycles in Jeddah by p4tr1k
I have read several posts about renting and buying cars in Saudi. Is it easy to find motorcycle dealers and secure finance? I understand that the traffic is supposedly mad, but I have owned 4 bikes while in Indonesia and I am still alive - just - ...
Alrighty then, speak again soonAny time :) If you have a GPS device, I can give you all my points of interests. Read More
Motorcycles in Jeddah by p4tr1k
I have read several posts about renting and buying cars in Saudi. Is it easy to find motorcycle dealers and secure finance? I understand that the traffic is supposedly mad, but I have owned 4 bikes while in Indonesia and I am still alive - just - ...
Oh to have a Ducati round those twisties. I have a very large project to run in Jeddah, which means I will be spending quite a lot of time there. If your not careful I'll be knocking on your front door for directions. Read More
Motorcycles in Jeddah by p4tr1k
I have read several posts about renting and buying cars in Saudi. Is it easy to find motorcycle dealers and secure finance? I understand that the traffic is supposedly mad, but I have owned 4 bikes while in Indonesia and I am still alive - just - ...
Hi. Stop tempting me=) Once a biker always a biker,I understand perfectly the problem with riding in the cities. I can imagine the open roads must be fantastic. I guess it's a case of wait and see what develops, thanks fopr the response. Andy Read More
Western music shops in Riyadh
I will be landing in Riyadh in 3 weeks time, and as a bit of a music addict I was wondering are there shops in Riyadh where I can buy Western Cd's? Or should i rip a whole lot of music to my laptop? Read More
Motorcycles in Jeddah by p4tr1k
I have read several posts about renting and buying cars in Saudi. Is it easy to find motorcycle dealers and secure finance? I understand that the traffic is supposedly mad, but I have owned 4 bikes while in Indonesia and I am still alive - just - ...
No idea what a bike would go for in Saudi, but looking at the non existent values of second hand cars I can't imagine they would be expensive. A mate of mine in Riyadh bought a Ducati Monster that he found buried under a carpet in the Souk for ... Read More
Motorcycles in Jeddah by p4tr1k
I have read several posts about renting and buying cars in Saudi. Is it easy to find motorcycle dealers and secure finance? I understand that the traffic is supposedly mad, but I have owned 4 bikes while in Indonesia and I am still alive - just - ...
I am going thru the same thought pattern. I Have owned 33 bikes, in South Africa it is reasonably safe, but on my 2 visits to Saudi I came to the conclusion that a biker's lifespan would be avout 20 minutes. I guess the answer is to buy a big off ... Read More
New member moving to Riyadh by Chilly
Hi guys. Andy here, I am a South African/Brit moving to Riyadh at the end of September 2010. I will be working for as an engineer for a commercial food chain, designing and building cold storage facilities and food factories. The job is based in ...
Hi guys, Signed the contract yesterday, I'll be there in max 6 weeks. I hope to meet up with some of you when I arrive. Til then all the best Andy Read More
New member moving to Riyadh
Hi guys. Andy here, I am a South African/Brit moving to Riyadh at the end of September 2010. I will be working for as an engineer for a commercial food chain, designing and building cold storage facilities and food factories. The job is based in ... Read More