oliverbrad
Canadian expat in Saudi Arabia
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English, Arabic, French
Registration: 26 June 2013
Good psychiatrist in Riyadh? by kittens3523
Does anyone know a good psychiatrist in Riyadh? Male or female is okay. Thanks
Hi there, Its great to admit wanting help prom professionals. Any luck finding a good psychiatrist? please message me if you got any leads :) Read More
Penalty for Delay in Iqama Renewal by shamsherexpat
Dear Members, Is it true that if the Renewal of Iqama is delayed a third time, Deportation is the penalty....?? I mean the penalty for delay in Iqama renewal for the first time is SR 500, second time the amount is doubled and, as mentioned on the ...
I HEARD THAT TOO! :s not sure if true Read More
Saudi Council of Engineers - certificates attestation time by smniyaz
Assalamo-Alaikum, I am a Civil Engineer by profession and my comany is in "green" category. Recently my company's administration told me to be registered on SCE for the renewal of my Iqama. On sunday 8-july-2012, I have registered online on SCE ...
Try using internet explorer or google chrome. if that doesnt solve the issue the most guaranteed solution is to go to the saudi council and apply from there. you can reach the saudi council of Engineers at 920020820. good luck Read More
Expat blog meetup at Fal compound on 20th of june by Djzubaid
There is going to be a meetup at Fal compound on 20th ,at 6:30 pm . If anyone want to join this meetup ,you are more then welcome . Just state your name and nationality to vijith732 or me by private message. There is a nice pool and a restaurant ...
what about you add vijith732 to this conversation so people can send him a message ? Read More
Is it normal?? by Foray
Unfortunately, I see some guys reply to posts where ladies(posters) say for "female only". Questions comes to my mind, Why do they do it? How it can be prevented? It is actually not acceptable in my culture to annoy people! What do you ...
The sunnah of the Messenger of Allah, sallallahu alayhi wa sallam, supports that command, and clarifies it with the most evident clarification. He, sallallahu alayhi wa sallam, says: Whoever among you sees a wrongdoing, let him change it with his ... Read More
Suggestion on Job Offer - Relocation to Riyadh by sravancool20
Hello All, I'm planning to relocate to Riyadh and I think I would get around 30K per month(offer not yet given) including everything. I'm originally from India, currently in USA earning 105K(gross) per annum and save around 2500 USD per ...
Hello and welcome to 天美麻豆 Saudi Arabia :) 30,000 SAR or USD? normally companies give you either a house to stay at or accommodation allowance which equates to around 3-4 times your salary. Mind you that you can save a big chunk of money when ... Read More
Teaching during Ramadan?
Thumbs up Trapezius, I just want to add that working hours are reduced during Ramadan to a maximum of 6 hours, that way you will have more time to worship god *cough* watch movies *cough* also one should note that there is strictly no food allowed ... Read More
Any girls want to meet up in Riyadh? by GuestPoster9772
Hello all, I've found myself alone in Riyadh, for a few days longer than I expected. I still don't know when the company will fly me to my next destination, they might even ring me today, but in the mean time - I'm feeling a little bored and lonely. ...
*conundrum Sorry I couldn't help it Read More
Any girls want to meet up in Riyadh? by GuestPoster9772
Hello all, I've found myself alone in Riyadh, for a few days longer than I expected. I still don't know when the company will fly me to my next destination, they might even ring me today, but in the mean time - I'm feeling a little bored and lonely. ...
Its funny how the lack of anything makes you want it even more, despite not feeling the urge of wanting it / thinking about it in the first place. :/ Read More
Organize an Expat blog meet-up! by Julien
Hi all, Should you want to organize a gathering with the other members, in your town, we would be pleased to help :). It is indeed a great way to meet new people, isn't it? If you would like to plan a get-together, do not hesitate to ...
Julian, how do you propose helping with making this even happen? So far we have the following proposal: Location: Crystal Restaurant in Fal compound Time: Proposed Friday Morning date Friday the 13th (Muuhahahahaaa) since this Friday is a bit ... Read More
Taxes back home in Canada on earnings in KSA? by puckbunny
Looking at taking a job in Jubail in the new year for 1 year project. Heading over single status while leaving wife and kids at home. What are the tax implications on salary back home? I keep hearing tax free earnings in KSA but understand ...
Ooh I forgot to say THANK YOU!! You really know a lot about tax :) have a great day Read More
Taxes back home in Canada on earnings in KSA? by puckbunny
Looking at taking a job in Jubail in the new year for 1 year project. Heading over single status while leaving wife and kids at home. What are the tax implications on salary back home? I keep hearing tax free earnings in KSA but understand ...
This is too complicated for me :S I filed my tax return somewhere in mid March. I filled the n73 form declaring that I don't reside in Canada anymore and consulted with a tax specialist who guaranteed that there is nothing left for me to do. I ... Read More
Taxes back home in Canada on earnings in KSA? by puckbunny
Looking at taking a job in Jubail in the new year for 1 year project. Heading over single status while leaving wife and kids at home. What are the tax implications on salary back home? I keep hearing tax free earnings in KSA but understand ...
what about canadians with no significant interests in Canada? is there a person I can contact in riyadh? Read More
TV and 110/220v by Rigger64
I'm not bringing much with me but one thing that is making the trip is my 55" Samsung Smart TV. I know about the move to 220v circuits in KSA and that running a 110 appliance on a 220 circuit will cook the appliance. Are step-down ...
hey rigger64. I dont know how much it will cost you to transport the tv from the states to ksa, mind you transportation and handling aren't the best skills of KSA airport (they are doing their best i guess). You probably know that there are ... Read More
Canadian Gathering
I guess I was too excited I forgot to mention the name of the restaurant :joking: bigsmokeburger.com/ Read More
Canadian Gathering
Dear fellow Canadians in Riyadh! I've been craving poutine ever since I landed in Riyadh despite poutine being a winter dish filled with fat and delicious fries :sosad: ... Recently I stumbled upon a Canadian burger house at Tahliya street ... Read More
Swimming
my married friends take their toddlers to the Sheraton in riyadh. Asked them about pricing and they said something like 50SAR/2 hrs from kids and 75SAR/2hrs for adults... I think the prices arent right but thats what they told me :) good luck on ... Read More
DRIVING TEST by tuttifrutti
Hello, My husband wants to learn how to drive, whereabouts can he avail driving lessons? What are the requirements and how much is the lesson fee and for how long. We're from in Al Ahsa, Mubarraz by the way. :) Thank you
Hey there... I found this extremely useful http://www.wikihow.com/Acquire-a-Driving-License-in-Saudi-Arabia I didnt really have to do all the steps since I had a Canadian license. It was more like, speak english, everyone wants to help, you might be ... Read More
Affordable gym or swimming pool in Riyadh by kevoch
Hello, I will be living in Riyadh from August for probably 3 months. It will be my first visit there. I was researching for some gym or swimming pool or both but I have read here that most places fee's are way over 100$ monthly. Unfortunately my ...
Hey I live near exit 8 in hamra (red) district :lol: and there is a descent gym in Hasan bin Ali road intersection with imam saud road block in front of "romansiya" pink restaurant that I'm considering to join. They got a small ... Read More
Next weekend paintball :) who is up ! by Momo Ajmi
Hi everyone :) My friend and I decided to go next Thursday to riyadh paintball club I just call them to book time but they say I can make it day ahead which is good but they say that I need at least 6 ppl to play ! And you know the more is better ...
I can only make it on Thursday or Friday... Ill check with my "friends" here maybe they can join too...Any old timer on this blog who can reserve and get us sweet deals with the paintball camp and tell us where it is :) Read More
Riyadh Map. Add places!!! by Freshlikesushi
So, i started a google maps that everyone can edit. http://goo.gl/maps/8sbKP that is the link. Add places as accurate as possible please. make sure you post a minimum: Name of places Short description Any tips or whatever about the place. your ...
EPIC!! Ive been looking for such a map! Now I can explore Riyadh :) will just be missing the company... Im sure there is a post about making friends out here... Good, English speaking, intellectually challenging friends :/ where might that ... Read More
Granada compound management 'Western' or not? by DesertRed
I am moving to Granada compound in a week. I have heard mixed feedback regarding whether is is being run as a 'Western' compound or not. I also heard that it is changing management right now. More to the point....is it 'Abaya Free'? My wife was ...
Thanks Manral.deepica, you have been wonderfully helpful :) Read More
Granada compound management 'Western' or not? by DesertRed
I am moving to Granada compound in a week. I have heard mixed feedback regarding whether is is being run as a 'Western' compound or not. I also heard that it is changing management right now. More to the point....is it 'Abaya Free'? My wife was ...
hello, I guess its too late to answer your question now.. I rented an apartment very close to Granada compound and was wondering if you can tell me more about the compound. Do you recommend it for expats? whats the atmosphere like? weekends? ... Read More
Next weekend paintball :) who is up ! by Momo Ajmi
Hi everyone :) My friend and I decided to go next Thursday to riyadh paintball club I just call them to book time but they say I can make it day ahead which is good but they say that I need at least 6 ppl to play ! And you know the more is better ...
Any plans for another paintball game? or any other form of fun activity? Read More
Looking for friends
Hello fellow expats, Ive been in Ruwais for three weeks now and seem to have figured out how things work out around this part of the desert. Im looking for some company aside from drinking buddies and work collegues. Any one in? since Im a newbie ... Read More