Macdin
American expat in Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
20
About me
American
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English
Registration: 11 August 2010
Detailed Info on Cost of Living in Riyadh by ravibagri
Members of the Forum, Please assist in info on cost of living for Indian Family (Veg) of 5 (Me, My Wife, My Mother and 2 Children) in Riyadh. I have been offered a salary of SAR 18,861/- p.m. by a Renowned Bank. I am a CPA with 8 years experience ...
The salary seems to be too low. In my humble opinion, with your educational background and experience, you are better off staying in India. Read More
Shopping for men by Allons-y
Hello to all. It's nice to see that there are fairly dedicated posters here sharing information and thoughts. I would love to get some accurate, detailed information about men's shoes/clothes/accessories in the Middle East and its environs. I am ...
THANK YOU, THANK YOU for the Localizer Mall suggestion. I was there a few hours ago and found it to be the best concentration of men's clothing I've seen so far in Riyadh. The Outlet Moda looks great (I went in just before closing), the Al Pacino ... Read More
Indian/Pakistani music by Macdin
Hi Just wondering if there is anyone here who is interested in indian/pakistani music. Specifically, I am looking for people who can play the tabla and the harmonium. Thanks
I know a family but they r not into Tabla or Harmonium .what is your specialty ?Well, I just wanted to know if there are people who enjoy or participate in this kind of music... Read More
Indian/Pakistani music
Hi Just wondering if there is anyone here who is interested in indian/pakistani music. Specifically, I am looking for people who can play the tabla and the harmonium. Thanks Read More
Financial Advice by Prince Panda
Need some advice lads and ladies. Most of us save our money then send it back to our home countries frequently to our bank accounts there. I have been sending my riyals back to UK usually when the pound is weak, but what is the best currency to save ...
Is that service available only to British citizens? Read More
King Faisal Specialist Hospital by Macdin
Hello all: Can anyone please give me some information about what it is like to live on the King Faisal Specialist Hospital compound. I have to decide soon whether I want to live on-site or outside. Many thanks for your help.
Thank you for all your replies. You guys are awesome!! Read More
King Faisal Specialist Hospital
Hello all: Can anyone please give me some information about what it is like to live on the King Faisal Specialist Hospital compound. I have to decide soon whether I want to live on-site or outside. Many thanks for your help. Read More
Medical exam for employment visa by Macdin
Hello everyone I am trying to negotiate the paperwork required for the employment visa, and I need some advice. The medical examination appears outdated and onerous. How detailed does it have to be? Unfortunately, no one at the Saudi Embassy in ...
Thank you all for your very prompt replies. I will keep trying the telephone number of the Saudi Embassy here (Washington, DC). Thanks again. You guys are awesome!! Read More
Medical exam for employment visa
Hello everyone I am trying to negotiate the paperwork required for the employment visa, and I need some advice. The medical examination appears outdated and onerous. How detailed does it have to be? Unfortunately, no one at the Saudi Embassy in ... Read More
Living in the DQ by Benzo
Hi, I' ve been living the DQ for almost one year i should have many friends from all countrys but it's not the case at all! Does somebody can help? Also i m looking for arabic lessons with a french speaking teacher....
Hi everyone: I am new to the Forum. I am hoping to relocate to Riyadh in a few months' time. I was visiting the DQ last week, and frankly, I did not think much of it either. I think it would be a boring--and a lonely--place, especially for a ... Read More