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| Any expats/Dj's here that can give me some advise please ? |
| I didnt really know wich forum to post in so i decided maybe someone here can give me some advise,as at this moment in time i could really use all the help. My name is Paul Best im 26 and i currentl ... |
| Musicians wanted???? |
| Hi I know that there is not too much drinking in Dubai??? but are there any jobs for musicians? I am not sure if it is worth coming to live there and see what is happens or if there are any agent ... |
| Is there a Suzuki Dealership in Dubai? |
| If so any web address would be handy Thanks ... |
| Salary package inquiry |
| Hi there I have been researching around the forum for a couple months now, while my final job offer came through. Now that it finally did I would like some input from people already in Dubai. I hav ... |
| Dry Cleaners/Laundromat in Mirdif |
| Anyone know of a place that offers ironing services at a reasonable price in the Mirdif area? Butler's are simply ridiculous at AED5 per shirt (just ironing). Your input is much appreciated. ... |
| driving licence question |
| hello wise people of dubai :wink: some friends are visiting from the UK. If my mate has his normal UK licence plus an international driving licence, will he be legally able to drive my car here ... |
| Tennis Partner Needed |
| [color=darkblue][/color]I am trying to find someone to play tennis with my partner, so that I get a break from being completely battered on the court! Are there any blokes out there who fancy ... |
| Working in City Tower, SZR - Springs/Greens good choice ? |
| Hello all, This is my first post! I will be moving to Dubai next month for a 2 year secondment with my company (Head office in London). :D Very excited and can't wait. I have been there 2 t ... |
| One reason why Dubai is more and more expensive to live in |
| In general sometimes I don't understand these people coming to Dubai, too high standards... too much expectations.... "Hey I got a job in Dubai... hey I have to get paid high because it's Dubai ... |
| Airbrushing in Dubai? |
| I used to go to airbrushing classes in Australia and would like to continue learning the art. I have all the equipment and paints. Anyone know of any places in Dubai that run these courses? ... |
| simple |
| anybody know who dis is ? http://www.hi5.com/friend/profile/displayProfile.do?userid=109031215 it's the first picture forget the profile just the pic ... |
| help please |
| hi can anyone help me out? does anybody know who this is. it's the first picture. copy and paste it in your browser. http://www.hi5.com/friend/profile/displayProfile.do?userid=109031215 ... |
| Badminton in Dubai? |
| Can anyone show me where I can find badminton being played in Dubai? A million thanks! ... |
| The usual question |
| I'm mid-30s, middle management role in medium-sized international company, wife and baby. Will be moving to Dubai to do essentially the same job I do now in London. Working in DIFC. Salary: AED28, ... |
| Does this Package sound okay |
| Hi I've surfed this site for many months and it looks as if I'll be joining you all soon, just a little unsure about the terms and conditions to this job. It's for a senior management position ru ... |
| Book required - where to buy from? |
| Hi All I'm looking for books based on GSM and mobile technology. I have searched in Borders and other shops in Mall of the Emirates and Magrudys in IBN Battuta mall. I cannot find these books at ... |
| Audio/music experts - advice needed! |
| Hello, I need to buy some kind of audio cable that has a volume control in it. Such as this: http://www.radioshack.com/sm-4-ft-in...i-2552561.html or this: http://www.proporta.com/F02/PPF0 ... |
| Uniform designers in Dubai???? |
| Hello everybody, I am new to UAE and am looking for help :?: As my job requires me to find many contacts with different suppliers and contractors I am now trying to find some designers that wi ... |
| Gratuity |
| My company are terminating my 1 year contract at the end of my term (although as I guess it's ending it probably doesn't need terminating). However, they are going to make a new contract for a furthe ... |
| Australian graduate's offer,what do you think? |
| Hi, I have read virtually all the expat forums about Dubai and understand that cost of living is amazingly high over there. I am a 25-year old Australian who has just finished her Master's degree ... |
| American Expats?? |
| I have a question to all the American expats on here. First of all are there many Americans living in Dubai compared to the number of Brits, and other nationals? 2nd having moved to Dubai from the US ... |
| Residence and work in Dubai |
| Hi all, I'm from Britian, and I've been doing some research for some time concerning residence in Dubai. I understand that if I buy a property in Dubai, I'm eligible for a residence visa. Cool. Ev ... |
| Personal loan and property/vehicle financing questions. |
| I wonder how will the financial institutions work-out the repayment terms for me. I'll be on a 2 years work contract (renewable). 1)Will the repayment terms be based on my initial 2 years work ... |
| Which Hotel?? |
| Ok, I need some help from you guys. Im coming back to dubai in may so im booking my hotel and stuff soon. Im actually trying to decide which hotel i should stay at, but i cant make up my mind. Which ... |
| salary package for architect |
| Mabuhay! I'm a registered architect planning to have work in dubai scheduled to depart by 2nd week of march. I've been working as an architect for 8 years now, I just want to ask any knowledge of ... |
| Mrdif??? |
| Hi I have been offered employment in Dubai and the Accomodation is in Mirdif. I was wondering how this area compares to others in and around Dubai. (Not in terms of transport, the office is about ... |
| The Calculation of Gratuities |
| Hi I'm finally in the process of negociating my contract. It is for Senior Management position within an international consultancy. There calculating the gratuity on the standard UAE 21 days per ... |
| Passport in Maiden Name??? |
| Hi, I am following my husband to Dubai in a couple of months. I read somewhere that I need to make sure I have my passport and licence in my married name or could have visa (and other legal/admini ... |
| Where to stay if you work at DIC? |
| Ok.. pretty clueless about Dubai and wondering which locations in Dubai would be an ideal place to live in if you work at Dubai Internet City. I know its a popular stop for buses and carpools..so ev ... |
| To fall or not to fall? That's the question |
| Boys & gals, i'm having a little problem and i feel pretty bad. I'm negotiating a job and they're asking me for my diploma. Unfortunately the institution i was a student (17-18 years ago!!), afte ... |
| Japanese Groceries? |
| Hey guys, Does anyone know of a Japanese grocery store in Dubai? I know where the korean grocery store is, but I wouldn't mind hitting up the Japanese one if such a thing exists here. Specif ... |
| Beach Clubs |
| Hi all, Can you please offer some information on beach clubs such as locations, costs and whats included. Many thanks. ... |
| Jumeirah Beach Hotel - Beach Volleyball? |
| I heard a radio ad for this, saying that the Jumeirah Beach hotel has courts available with pickup games. I was surprised to hear such an ad on Radio 1 to be honest. That said, can anyone tell me ... |
| Regarding problem in black listed name for new visa |
| Hi, I have a recently canceled my DIC visa, My new company in dubai is trying hard to get a residence visa but it is not getting approved, they say that my name is in the black listed names so it ... |
| Universities in/around Dubai |
| Are there any good/decent universities to study engineering and also accounting/finance programs for an international student? please list some universities if you know of any. How is the America ... |
| Childrens vaccinations |
| Hi all, We have a five month old child who will need continuing vaccinations. I presume they are readily available. Also are there compulsory vaccinations? Many thanks. ... |
| furniture buying |
| My apartment is finally ready so I will need to go over to buy furniture for it. I would like to furnish it in a traditional arab theme but although I want it to look nice, at the same time I don't w ... |
| Possible to bring Partner to Dubai |
| Concord Cheers thanks for the reply , Am i correct in saying a Holiday Visa is for 30 days , Can she leave and come back on another 30 day Visa ... |
| Dog walks |
| Can anyone recommend places to walk dods off leash. Can you drive out of the city to remote beaches where dogs can swim. We have a labrador in Sydney who spends most of her time in the water. ... |
| Looking for a room from 1 March |
| Hi - I am looking for a room for a friend who is arriving on 1 March - does anyone have anything in the Marina/Barsha/Greens/Satwa/Lamcy way? Her budget is around 4500 and she would prefer to live ... |
| "Company" to give visit visa sponsorship/services |
| Does anyone know a "company" to provide visit visa sponsorship/services? How much approximately the service fee? This is to accommodate my friend's second entry (in-out-in within 2 weeks t ... |
| DVD Rental in Deira |
| Does anybody knows where i can rent a dvd? I'm staying in Deira in Al Muraqqabat road and i'm trying to find a dvd club around here. Thanks :D ... |
| Bringing Cats to Dubai |
| Hope someone can advise me. I am currently living in the UK and my wife and I have two cats which we adore. I am in the relatively late stages of interviewing for a job in Dubai and wondered wh ... |
| HOSPITALS IN DUBAI |
| I need help.... I have heard some horror stories with hospitals in Dubai... Can someone recommend a good hospital and a good family doctor. Thanks ... |
| Australians oi oi oi |
| Hi, Is there an Australian club / social group in Dubai? ... |
| Jebel Ali to Abu Dhabi bus |
| Is there any bus leaving from the Jebel Ali bus terminal to Abu Dhabi??. I know the bus going from Abu Dhabi to Dubai stops there, but not from Dubai to Abu Dhabi.... anyone knows? I need to go to J ... |
| Anyone here work for Nakheel? |
| Hi all, I've just been offered a position to work for this firm. I have read all about them online etc and are pretty clued up on what they do. I haven't accepted this position yet as I was hopin ... |
| Change of Passports..wot happens to the UAE res. visa? |
| Hi, I have been holding a British Overseas passport a.k.a BN(O) passport to enter here with residence visa in it. I am thinking of changing for British Passport now. I have enquired to British Emba ... |
| Advice re drivers needed... |
| ... though auto related, it fits better in this section. Do you guys know how drivers are employed here? On what kind of visa? If on company visa, are they included in the work visa per x sqft ... |
| working on visit visa |
| Hi, i need one answer if you can give me.... I am European female, and am working here 2.5 months, as an executive assist. manager, but on visit visa, i know it is not alowed, but when i came her ... |
| Need passport photos - where to make 'em...? |
| Do you know any place where I can make passport photos? Haven't seen a single automate here. Any hints are appreciated, would prefer a place near the Greens though. ... |
| Trying to find the best web links for dubai |
| I'm trying to put together a list of the best weblinks in Dubai on my website. :idea: The kind of thing i'm talking about are the less mainstream links ie not 7 Days etc, but more the links that ar ... |
| Is it usual to get housing allowance? |
| Hi - I have been offered a position in Dubai by my current employer (I'm based in London at the moment). I'm a professional in my mid-30s, married with one young (not school age) child, and pl ... |
| Desparate help needed from someone in england !!!! |
| Hi, I am new to this site and am looking for some advice or help from anyone in Dubai. I'm english and my partner is Afghan, he has to leave the country in the next few months as he can no longer s ... |
| best area? |
| We are thinking of moving to Dubai and want to know where the best place to live would be. We have 2 small children so would probably need a 3 bed place. A friend suggested the Green community but th ... |
| Is there an agency for maids? |
| I am looking to come over to Dubai again in October as my Husband is actively seeking work here. I will need childcare help for the 2 weeks stay does anyone know of an agency where I can hire temp ... |
| Cost of Living Sydney vs Dubai |
| Hi, i know there are a few threads that deal with this kind of issue but I am still not quite clear! Area there any Aussies who can give me a clear idea of differences in cost of living betwee ... |
| Internet Marketing Experts reply |
| Hi, I am going to group up a team of Internet marketers. If you are such a person or you know any of them, just reply me. Do not worry, it is for educational purposes :-) Take care. ... |
| Bank Account |
| Hi, I am moving to Dubai in two weeks. Is it easy to open a bank account. I will have my residency visa when I arrive. Also any suggestions on a bank for someone moving from Canada? ... |
| The best way to find an appartment ??? |
| I am planning to move to Dubai. I will probably have business in Al Aweer or Sharjah. What is the best way to find an appartment place? newspaper adds agencies etc. ??? Looking f ... |
| How much more did you make last year? |
| With all the recent articles it got me wondering, if you don't mind sharing, how much of a raise if any did you get last year? Did it involve jumping ship (changing jobs). I'm surprised that the aver ... |
| Sponsorship for employment question... |
| I have a question regarding sponsorship before someone can find a job and move to Dubai. Both my wife and I are looking to move from US to Dubai with jobs...both of us are US Citizens. Is it a re ... |
| is this enough? |
| Hey guys, just wondering if AED18k a month is enough money to support a family in dubai, renting a 1 bedroom apt in or around the greens/marina end of town, prob rent a car, modest lifestyle etc.. ... |
| Interior Desaster |
| Hi everybody, Had an interior designer for my apartment - the quality of the work he did is just horrible. Since I'm travelling a lot I don't have the time to check everything all the time. Can an ... |
| Competitive swim clubs and Classical Music lessons in Dubai? |
| Hi All, We will be moving from Canada to Dubai soon. My two sons are competitive swimmers and I would like to know if there are competitive swim clubs in Dubai and eventually their web links. A ... |
| Are there many part time jobs for women? |
| I would be looking to do something fairly undemanding while I consider a career change. My husband will obviously be earning the bulk of our income. My background is in sales and training. I thought ... |
| Table Tennis |
| Hi Guys, I stay in Al Ghusais, my GF in Karama. Is there a place here where we can enjoy playing table tennis(ping pong) with some membership schemes -monthly, qtly, etc ? ... |
| Christian Church & Caregroups |
| Can someone recommend me a church to attend on Fridays? I was told that there is Dubai ECC, where is it located and is it far to get there? Also I would appreciate if you can refer me to caregroups ... |
| Ladies: Your advise is needed! |
| Dear Ladies: Since my better half is joining me soon here, I would like to make her integration in our new environment as smooth as possible. Hence the following questions: 1. Which hair dre ... |
| Help - Advice on Bank opening and closing times in Dubai... |
| Hello all! I will be in Dubai for one day only this month to sell my property, and will receive a cash cheque from my agent (Better Homes) on Sheikh Zayed Road. I will then need to cash the ch ... |
| Exchange - GBP to AED - better to do it in UK or Dubai? |
| I'm moving to Dubai in a couple of weeks. Do you get better exchange rates in UK or over there in Dubai. Do you have to pay commission for exchange in Dubai? Thanks ... |
| which mp3 player? |
| hey guys i currently have an ipod shuffle but need something that holds more songs...i was thinking about the ipod nano but keep hearing that there not that great was hoping someone could let me know ... |
| Cricket & Rugby on TV? |
| I am a South African living in Dubai who is becoming more and more frustrated at the limited TV access to the above sports. Cricket available only if you get Showtime - then need to also get FOX. Am ... |
| Bicycle shops in Dubai? |
| Greetings all. Just moved here little over a month ago. Quick question: Anyone know the location and name of a used bike shop on 66 (HATTA RD i think?) heading towards Sharjah from Dubai? It's ow ... |
| Domestic Help Visa By Laws |
| Anybody knows the recent by laws for Domestic Help Visa? Is their visa valid only for 2 yrs? And do they automatically get a ban if they dont renew it with the same employer? Any ideas? Th ... |
| best locations to live close to Dubai Waterfront development |
| Just wondering what everyone recommends as being the best areas to live in which are close to the area where the Dubai Waterfront development is going to take place? I have been recommended Dubai ... |
| GETTING SCREWED BYLANDLORD, ANY OPTIONS |
| Ok this is my issue. I moved in to this building in Oct last year, great building, new building excellent crowd, al-barsha. Now what has happened is that they had some 3 bedroom apartments in the bui ... |
| Any Cisco Employees on this Forum? |
| Just wondering if there are any Cisco employees on this forum. I wanted to get some info with respect to living/working in Dubai from an employee point of view. Thanks. ... |
| Qualification Attestation... CONFUSED |
| I have been told that my degree level qualifications can be verified when I get to Dubai, however my professional qualification (CPA) needs to be attested in the country of origin... can someone plea ... |
| House Maid |
| hi, is bringing a housemaid from india better compared to recruiting one locally? we are totally unable to decide on this as people have different views... btw, v r expecting our first baby ne ... |
| Spanish |
| hola there! as far as i know there is no native spanish in here but if u try to post in english i am sure u will get lots of help ( and dont feel shy man) at least post the title of the documentary ... |
| employment contract |
| hi all, i just got a question here in regards to my employment contract i have signed my contract for 3 years in the last november. does that mean i have to stick to my employer during this period ... |
| Super 14 Rugby, World Cup Cricket and Rugby World Cup on TV |
| I am a South African living in Dubai who is becoming more and more frustrated at the limited TV access to the above sports. Cricket available only if you get Showtime - then need to also get FOX. Am ... |
| Vegan needs help! |
| I seem to be able to find most things for my hippy diet here in the super markets etc but i just can't find soya margarine or at least some kind of dairy free spread. Does anyone know where i can ... |
| what paperwork needs attesting for a visa |
| does anybody know where abouts you can get your college degree attested in ireland/uk. do you send it off to the colsulate?? also if you plan on taking your wife does the marriage certificate need ... |
| Mortgage overview in the UAE |
| Does anybody knows where to find a mortgage overview of all banks located in the UAE. I want to buy on the PALM. Eddy ... |
| art project work in Dubai seeking short-term support ! |
| THE GLOBAL ELEMENT nomadic travel project - 15.02 - 21.03.07, Earth, Milky Way At present time, michael hawk is working on an artistic round-the-world travel project - THE GLOBAL ELEMENT ... |
| Single girl in Dubai |
| Hi, I'm from Australia and will be in Dubai for work for 3 months. I'm a single girl in my twenties and just wondered whether it is acceptable or common (or safe?) for women to be out and about by t ... |
| Work Visa - Is transcript of results necessary? |
| Im a UK citizen moving to Dubai. I had my University Postgraduate certificate from an English University legalised and sent to my future office along with a form they'd sent me. It was signed bya sol ... |
| where to live |
| hi guys, will be moving to dubai in april with family and are looking to rent a 1 bedroom appt, i know all the areas i would like to live, marina, the greens end of town. are there any i should st ... |
| Multiple entry visit visa? Or alternatives? |
| My friend (Thai resident, holds Indonesian passport) is coming to Dubai this end of March up to beginning of May. I'll sponsor and apply her visit visa (with validity 30 days grace period 60 days, pl ... |
| lookin 4 professional break dancers !! |
| on 8th and 9th of march we have an event "AlIttihad private school fun festival" and am lookin 4 breakdancers wit the dj to perform at it... if u do plz gimme ur number...!! ... |
| Post in Duubai - how slow? |
| Sent my academic certificate to my company by recorded delivery mail on 30/01/07. It left UK on 31/01/07 but still hasn't been delivered. Is the postal service quite slow there? Is it normal? Just ... |
| Location for Hyder |
| Hi I'm trying to locate Hyder Consulting But all I have is the PO Box 52750 Dubai. Does any one know which road it's on or near any particular landmarks. Thanks ... |
| HELP !! - sold property in Dubai,need Sterling to take to UK |
| hello peeps - advice needed from all of you..please read on ! Ive managed to sell my property in Dubai :) So, im travelling to Dubai this month to receive my share of the sale. I will get a ... |
| Advice on job offer |
| Hi everybody I just joined this forum and it is great. I put this post up b4 but I guess it was the wrong forum. I'm hoping I can get more help in this forum. I am a South African (Indian) an ... |
| Looking for a personal English Teacher in Dubai |
| Looking for a personal English Teacher ** A native English speaker (female) to teach private sessions in Jumeirah. if interested, please email me jumairah82@hotmail.com ... |
| Cost of livingin Dubai |
| Hi Folks, I am not in Dubai yet but would like to know the cost of living for a family of 3 persons in Dubai area, excluding the rent as I owned an Apt there. I read some post that you need 10k ... |
| Australian Rugby League - broadcast |
| Hi, Does anyone know if the Australian NRL (National Rugby League) competition is broadcast or available through any subscription cable/satellite service in Dubai? I recently relocated from S ... |
| Need Help/Advise: Single mom moving to Dubai |
| Hey Folks, Firstly, I've been reading and researching through this site for about 2 months. I decided in Sept06 to move to Dubai this Spring07. To avoid annoying anyone, I've done some search ... |