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Medical Internship in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Asalamualaikum I've done my MBBS from Dow Medical College, Karachi, Pakistan. I want to do my one year medical internship in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Please can anyone guide me, as to which hospitals I should approach and what are the requirements for doing internship here? Thanks and Jazakumullahu khair (May Allah reward you)

Neighorhoods of Amsterdam?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Amsterdam
My husband and I are moving with our little girl (age 8) to Amsterdam this September. My husband's employer has offered to fly us over so we can acquaint ourselves with the city and start to look for housing. Can anyone indicate which neighborhoods of Amsterdam are the best for families looking for a easy-going lifestyle outside the helter-skelter of the city? Green space is a big plus, as is pedestrian-friendly streets and public space.

Is it difficult to get accommodation in Saudi Arabia?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia

we have been appointed by ministry of health saudi arabia. they are not providing us accomodation. we were told that finding accomodation is easy but in the article in this website it is mentioned there is long waiting list in compounds. we have not been promised any transit accomodation even. will it be wise to stay in the city so as to avoid traveling to the hospital in which we are working or travalling distances are not of much concern ? is housing easily availaible in the city ? is life really tough with locals ?

Questions about moving to Angola

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Luanda

Hi there, I am a single Irish female moving to Luanda this summer for a 2yr posting. My questions are -How safe will I b being on my own how easy is it to make friends, is there much to do - I'm bit of a social butterfly. I've heard that it is quite difficult getting money out, so ow do you manage, what sort of plugs / adaptors do I need? Sorry lots of questions, I'd like as much information as possible before moving. thanks

Any advice about having a baby in Kuala Lumpur?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Kuala Lumpur

Hi-

I'm moving with husband to Kuala Lumpur in the upcoming months and I've just found out I'm pregnant :) Just wondering if there's any fellow expat women who have given birth in Malaysia and who can direct me to a good hospital, a good OBGYN, and strong support networks. Thanks!

 

Negotiating a contract for work in Malaysia

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Malaysia
Hi-

I've been offered a job in Kuala Lumpur and I'm wondering what I need to negotiate in my work contract. I plan on bringing my wife and five-year-old son with. I assume my employer will handle the work permit documentation and shoulder any costs that come with, but what about, accommodation, schooling, healthcare, etc...

Is living in Kuala Lumpur safe?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Kuala Lumpur
Just wondering about the standard of safety in Kuala Lumpur. I'm coming from Johannesburg, South Africa so I can't imagine I'd need to prepare for a higher level of crime than what I'm exposed to at the moment, but still, an indication of what precautions I should take would be much appreciated!

How has Christchurch changed since the earthquake?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Christchurch
Hi- I'm thinking of moving to Christchurch, New Zealand with my husband, he's been offered an engineering position as a consequence of the earthquake. In the same vein, I've been trying to find information about living and working in Christchurch, but everything seems to be written before the natural disaster. Can anyone give me an idea of how the city's changed since and what to expect NOW?

What's housing in New Zealand like?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: New Zealand
Hi- I'm moving to New Zealand to finish my master's degree - I'll be moving to Dunedin and was wondering if anyone could give any tips about searching for and securing housing. I've passed that "party 'til you die" stage of life, so no real interest in staying in digs with a posse of frat boys or sorority sisters.

What's there to do in Lagos as an expat?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Nigeria
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I moved to Lagos, Nigeria about six weeks ago and other than watching paint dry there seems to be little to do. I don't have any kids and I don't drink, so please, no recommendations for mum-n-tot pottery days or binge drinking activities. Desperate for some advice, is there anything to do in Lagos as an expat???

419 Nigerian Scam?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Nigeria
I recently received a job offer to be the Retail Manager of a compay called Legatrix in Nigeria. I didn't apply for any jobs with the company and I'm not sure how they got my email. Currently I manage a Gap Store in Garden City, New Jersey. As much as I'd like to see the world, I'm not sure if Nigeria is the best place for me or if this offer is legitimate. I've never heard of Legatrix, but I assume they're some sort of sporting good store - leggins have really taken off over the last few years.

How do I get a work permit for Kyrgyzstan?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Kyrgyzstan

Hi everyone,

I'm planning to do some ESL teaching in Kyrgyzstan.  I've finally learned how to spell it, and am now looking for some information about work permits...

 
Can anyone let me know how these are done?  Do I apply beforehand, or sort it out when I arrive? Also, are there some nationalities who are maybe exempt from needing one?

Any help will be appreciated.