MindVentures
Pakistani looking for information about Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
15
About me
Pakistani
Lives in Karachi
Speaks English Urdu
Registration: 20 July 2015
Selling Online - Receiving Payments - Some Queries
Hello,Wanted to know the experience and wisdom from the community about some queries as below. I am an expat on dependent visa with my sponsor (head of family). 1. Can I do freelancing or online sales - in my case I am looking to the process of ... Read More
How do I get MOI refund if its not showing in bank accounts. by tangytomm
Hello Guys, I had to apply for family visa, but by mistake I paid fees for Dependent Visa. I need to get the money back. Its 2000 SAR. I had to pay another 2000 SAR for family visa. I have been trying to get refund through the banking portal and ...
Well have tried that , still the same message. Infact the original fee deposited in 2015 was not under the head of associate fee. In Absher dashboard it is shown as "Passport Deposit", I am not sure what was the option selected mistakenly ... Read More
How do I get MOI refund if its not showing in bank accounts. by tangytomm
Hello Guys, I had to apply for family visa, but by mistake I paid fees for Dependent Visa. I need to get the money back. Its 2000 SAR. I had to pay another 2000 SAR for family visa. I have been trying to get refund through the banking portal and ...
Had a similar situation however for 400 Riyals, initially paid under a wrong option while applying for family visa. Till today I can see the amount in the Absher Public Query Funds as Passport Fee deposited with MOI. However when I try to get ... Read More
Learning Arabic for non Arabic speakers
Good Day to all, I guess the topic would have been discussed multiple times in the forum, however wasnt able to find any recent information. Can anyone please share experience or guide for Arabic Language learning for non Arabic speakers. I ... Read More
travelling to dubai via road from Saudi...can I get on arrival visa by hir4u
Hi, I want to go dubai via road from al khobat to dubai. I am an engineer by profession. Can I get on arrival visa? I heard that now e-visa is also possible. Please suggest me if on arrival visa at border is still available. Thanks.
From what I heard from a friend who went recently it was still 100 -150 SAR or so. Dont know if they jack up the prices during Eid Holidays. I am also planning the same trip to Abu Dhabi via the following route which is supposed to be a bit longer ... Read More
Recommended Cardiologist (Heart) and Pediatrics (Child) in Riyadh
Hello, As the subject says, I am looking for recommended Cardiologist (Heart) and Pediatrics (Child) in Riyadh, preferably female but can be male as well. Appreciate if you can please share your suggestions and experiences. Thanks. Read More
OMGGGG ROBBERY by thegameguru
One of my friends got robbed in Olayah area. He was in a mosque praying and had left his Laptop bag and other stuff and when he comes back he sees the rear door glass shattered and the laptop missing. :( :( What do you friends suggest to do next in ...
Hello Adnan, Even though your post is old, it got my interest. I have landed yesterday. Are you still in Riyadh. Reading about your incident, was your phone stolen or snatched (and by who/how). Just trying to know I guess it means walking with a ... Read More
Recommended Mens Shoes Store
Hello, Where to buy get high quality leather formal shoes for men in Riyadh. I am looking for loafers/lace-ups in oxfords/wingtip or double monk style . Can go for designer brands or local reputed brands well. Asking prior to flying over there, ... Read More
Bringing External Harddisk (HDD) - Personal PC - checking and probling by MindVentures
Hello, Although i have read varied opinions everywhere, I am not really able to draw a conclusion. I would appreciate the suggestions from much recent travelers to Riyadh. 1. If i bring my external harddisks in my hand-carry / checked-in luggage , ...
Thanks a lot to everyone who shared his/her views and opinions and responded. Can you please also have a look at my following other two queries , would be great to know all I can before coming over : 1. ... Read More
175000 Saudi Rial sufficient for Jeddah ???
You mean 175000 SAR per month or per annum. I guess you can get a better breakup of general living expense accordingly. Thanks. Read More
Bringing External Harddisk (HDD) - Personal PC - checking and probling by MindVentures
Hello, Although i have read varied opinions everywhere, I am not really able to draw a conclusion. I would appreciate the suggestions from much recent travelers to Riyadh. 1. If i bring my external harddisks in my hand-carry / checked-in luggage , ...
A rather encouraging reply. Is it too good to be true. I have read stories on the forums on the internet which tell a different experience otherwise. Anyone else care to comment please. Read More
Bringing External Harddisk (HDD) - Personal PC - checking and probling
Hello, Although i have read varied opinions everywhere, I am not really able to draw a conclusion. I would appreciate the suggestions from much recent travelers to Riyadh. 1. If i bring my external harddisks in my hand-carry / checked-in luggage , ... Read More
Riyadh - Best non compound area to stay by rere1980
Hi I will be moving to Riyadh in 3 months time, and looking for an area to live in. My criteria are: - Non compound (we would prefer living with locals - we're practising muslims of Pakistani ethnicity but brought up in UK). - budget: would ...
Would keep the recommendations in mind. I guess housing does depend on a lot of factors, nobody can have the best of everything. I would be looking for : 1. Reasonably secure and mid-scale location. 2. Relative proximity to work location. / ... Read More
International Money Transfers Online - Via Internet Banking
Hello Everyone, From what I have read I can use services like telemoney or Western Union where preferred way is to physically visit thier service center with hard cash and get it transferred. I am looking for the ability to have convenience and do ... Read More