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Do we have to pay for our son to go to school in the UK or are there options to go to school with no fees like here in Canada?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: The United Kingdom
Hello we are thinking of moving to the UK for my husband to teach. I was also going to look for work so that we have two incomes but then we found out that anyone coming to the UK that is not a European citizen has to pay for their child to go to school. This is a huge concern because we aren't sure we will earn enough at first to afford our life expenses as well as school fees. Is this definitely something we will have to deal with or can Canadian kids attend school with no fees?

Which is the best French school in Toronto?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Canada
Hi, I am planning for a migration to Ontario, before that I need to find a school which provides french education in Toronto. I made an enquiry about this and could know that Lycee Francais is one of the leading french school in Toronto. I would like to know more about this school. If somebody know about this school please share it’s reviews. Thank you.

Is it normal to pay for visa and work permit expenses after UAE job offer?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai

I RECENTLY GOT AN ONLINE OFFER LETTER TO WORK WITH IRANIAN HOSPITAL - DUBAI. I WAS THEN REFFERED TO STARWAYS TRAVELLING AGENCIES TO PURCHASE VISA/WORK PERMIT AND CATER FOR THE EXPENCES OF THE TWO DOCUMENTS. THE TRAVEL AGENCIES HAS AGAIN SENT A VISA APPLICATION FORM WHICH I FEEL SHOULD BE VERIFIED TO AVOID BEING CONNED KINDLY HELP CHARLES MOGERE OGUTU

Guide/translator for medical treatment in Beijing?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Beijing
We will be coming to Beijing for a cancer treatment not available in the USA and do not speak Mandarin. The hospital has no English speaking doctors. Does anyone know or can recommend an English speaking guide that help us to communicate with the hospital and accompany us during the treatments? Total of 9 treatment sessions of 2-3 hour duration over an 18 day period.

Do any international schools offer after school care in Singapore?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Singapore
We are thinking of relocating to Singapore and have a 3 and 5 year old son and daughter. Does any international schools offer on site after school daycare as we are reluctant to leave them with a helper who we don't know. Thanks for your help Julie

Valencia expats- is there a group or community?

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Submitted by RW-admin on
Destination: Valencia
Hi Valencia expats!
 
I am a young woman living in Valencia Spain. I have got the great opportunity to start a franchise in the sports and health field.
 
I would like to know the numbers of expats living in Valencia Spain, most importantly Valencia City. Is there any information available? Are there groups or communities that exist for expats?

Kind regards,
Suzanne

Applying for a resident card in Poland

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Submitted by RW-admin on
Destination: Poland
Hi there,

I need to learn about laws and rules of becoming and expat. I am an American with Polish roots. I have family obligations right now - but I am allowed to stay in Poland only 3 months.
I need to apply for a resident card but have no clue how to go about that.
Any advice would be appreciated.

Teresa

Is there a local forum or chatroom for Faro on the Algarve Coast?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Portugal
My wife Betty and I have just arrived in Faro and plan to stay for an extended period of time. We are looking to meet Americans and Brits for social contacts. I will be coaching the Sharks, an American football team in Faro, but I'm also a rugby guy. We're interested in golf and have lived in Panama and the Bahamas. We would very much appreciate being shown the ropes. We'd like to get in touch via email first and then exchange phone numbers. We look forward to getting in touch. Our email is [email protected] Sincerely, Craig

Do I need to purchase health insurance cover from a local health insurance company in San Francisco?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: San Francisco, CA
Hi I may be moving to SF on an assignment for 2 years. Would like to know if I would be required to purchase a health insurance plan for myself from a local health insurance company mandatorily or can my resident country insurance be applicable in USA if it covers planned international treatment . Also, are there any minimum limits for the health insurance cover in SF? Awaiting response Thanks Sameera Singh

When is the best time to move to Thailand with children?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Thailand
I am a single mother. My son's dad passed away in May. I am in the process of making arrangements for myself and 2 sons to move to Thailand, Chiang Mai, to teach English. What I would like to know, my eldest son has 2 years left of high school. Would it be better if I wait until he has completed high school, or if taking that step to move would be more beneficial for him? I want to do what's best for my boys, which I do feel moving to Thailand would give my boys more or better opportunities than what South Africa can offer.

HealthCover and Visa Issues While Moving to Abu Dhabi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi

Hello,
recently I've been offered a position in Abu Dhabi with salary of 27000 AED a month by a Dubai Company, but no allowances, just medical insurance for self, entry/exit flight ticket for self
I tried to negotiate the conditions, but company is not willing to.

Employment Visa KSA

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

I am holding a Investor Visa in UAE and now since the business is slowing down i am planning to work for coming one year in Saudi Arabia and for this i have an offer already. Even though i want to work in Saudi i dont want to cancell my UAE investor visa which is valid for two more years. Now i would like to know whther i will have to cancel my UAE investor Visa inorder to get the employment Visa in Saudi, Can someone advice on this

differential mortgage rate applied by Royal Bank of Canada for non-resident of some countries

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Canada
Hello, I have gone through a puzzling and frankly hard to believe experience. As a non resident Canadian (although Canadian citizen), I was granted a mortgage to purchase a home. However, when I actually submitted the letter of purchase to the Royal Bank, I was told that the rate I was quoted beforehand of 2% was to be increased to 2.24% for the following reason: (I quote) 'The majority of countries apply a withholding tax to certain types of payments (most commonly being interest and dividends) made by a resident of their country (i.e. the payer is resident) to a non-resident (i.e.

Advice on retiring in Portugal?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Portugal
Hello... My husband and I are in the early stages of researching a possible 'retirement' move to Portugal. We feel that we would like as much first hand experience advise as possible preferably face to face. Can anyone suggest the best way of going about this?...We will be planning a few 'reckie' trips in the next few months so maybe a suggestion of someone there as well as in the UK ? Thank you

Medical tests for Qatar visa approval?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
My husband got an offer in Qatar, but he is with psoriasis, will it affect him in marking medical test as unfit?? i called up to Gamca people regarding this they are saying that it will be marked as unfit but psoriasis is a non communicable disease why it is marked as unfit. Do any one experienced or do any one have any idea regarding this. kindly reply.

Questions on moving to Frankfurt!!

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Frankfurt
Hi! My husband will be relocated to Frankfurt Germany, due to his current job assignment. We are filipinos but currently working in Singapore. I have 3 kids (aged 7, 5 and 1) and I'm currently 2 months pregnant.
My questions are:
1. What are the requirements with regards to permanent residency in singapore? My husbands company says its a long-term and not on a contract duration. Also for me and my kids, what will be our visa? And is it possible to relocate at the same time with my husband?

Information about relocating to Singapore?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Singapore
Hi All, I have a 8+ Years of Exp in IT , I just got an offer from a Singapore company who offered 6000 SGD (after a lot of negotiation) however few things were not offered by the company which mostly company in INDIA provides - Followings are not offered by the company - 1 - Relocation amount from INDIA to Singapore 2 - Initial 15 days\1 month stay in Singapore 3 - Air tickets for wife and son 4 - Reimbursement of Brokerage amount 5 - Medical Benefit for wife and son 6 - No Bonus I was informed that they will provide the brokers number who will help me to find a suitable flat over the phone.

Move to Norway. ID Norwegian number needed for duties?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Norway
Hello, I will move to norway mid october. I will of course need to ship my personal belongings. Can I ship my personal goods free of duties/taxes etc? I would like to know if I will need to provide an ID norwegian number in order to deliver my goods. I know that the ID number is required for job, tax, bank account. But will I need to have this number in order to get my stuff delivered? Is the ID number required by the move company for custom clearance? Or will the move company be able to deliver my stuff even if I will not have the ID number yet? Thanks very much for your support!

Dubai work visa process?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai

Hi There I'm a Canadian Citizen, currently residing at India.I've been offered a job in Dubai. How would the Visa process be? Would someone please advise if I will be able to travel from here directly or will I have to go to the UAE embassy at Canada to process the Visa? Thanks in advance Malik