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Giving Birth in Norway using Spouse Visit

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Norway
Hi everyone, My husband is working in Kristiansand, Norway, he have a 1 year contract starting Feb 2015 to Feb 2016. He have a temporary resident id. I am 6 months pregnant now living in the Philippines and planning to visit him this Oct 1 to Dec 29 (3 mos of stay). My due date is Nov 19, 2015 and we are planning to give birth in Norway so he will be present on that special day. My questions are: 1. Will I be covered of the free healthcare? 2. Will the government allow me to give birth even I'm not a resident? Thank you very much :)

Accessing blocked internet sites in China.

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Submitted by tompitman on
Destination: China
Hi - I'm trying to find out about using the internet while in China. I read that some sites such as Facebook and Skype are blocked. Also I'd like to view BBC iPlayer and other blocked TV channels and social media sites. I gather you can by access these sites by disguising your IP address. Has anyone got experience of this, and can you suggest the best options?
Thanks!

Working in IT in Calgary

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Canada
Hi everyone, I'm moving over the Calgary in about a month and was just wondering, as a foreigner/expat from Australia - I am looking to get a job in IT. I've had close to 10 years experience in a range of areas. I am just wondering, do you need any sort of accreditation/valuation of your skills before you are allowed to work in IT in Calgary? Kind Regards, Michael

Health insurance for American retirees who are moving to France for permanent living...

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Nice
I am retired in U.S. and my Medicare plan is not effective in France. What kind of health insurance I can obtain in order to be qualified when I request a long term residency permit at French Consulate in U.S. I know that it is second important requirement after your monthly social security source of income for living. I found number of Global coverages with outrageous premiums: $ 1029.00 per/month and up. Any suggestions ? Thank you

Top tips for Moving to Bergen

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Norway
Hi Everyone. Possibilty of securing job in Bergen. Would be great to get some advise on what to do before i arrive etc. housing websites Do you get charged more income tax being from UK? what is standard rate? Is there a minimum wage? Do you have any other deductions from salary, similar to national insurance etc? Would be looking to rent at first but i expect to find something out of the city as will need 3 bed house.

Help with car insurance and popular car manufacturers in south africa/cape town?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: South Africa
Once I move in capetown I will asap need a vehicle. Regarding to that what's are car insurance expences in general can you provide me some link to furher investigate maybe with some online insurance calculator. And second one, which are manufacturers who are most represented in south africa/capetown having maintance of used car in mind (spare parts, ...) Thank you

Studying arts in Korea?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: South Korea
Hello I am Leyla from Germany.I just recently moved back to Germany due to family problems.I was studying level 2 Arts in England before that and had to break off my studies.I had been planing to move seoul for a long time.i want to mostly major in graphic design but Arts is my main goal.I am 18, and I am new to a lot of things , So i am wondering, how can i continue my studies in seoul? Are there any students jobs? And cheap places to live at?

Any good state schools in Lagos, Portugal?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Portugal
Can anyone give me the name and adresses of good state schools in Lagos Portugal? I can not afford the private schools. I have a son who is 7 years old and we will be moving to lagos for half a year for health reasons. I am looking for a good state school around lagos. Thank you very much for the info :) ginger

Moving to Amsterdam, Netherlands next month?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Amsterdam
Hello All, I'm planned to travel to Amsterdam, Netherlands in first week of September. I'm expected to be there for 6 months. Since it would be my first foreign trip, I'd some questions to ask. It would really be helpful if you could spare some of your precious time and guide me up on few things. Basically, I hail from New Delhi, India. 1. How's the atmosphere there in Netherlands. I mean security for expats. Well, this is not of much concern, but still thought of asking. 2. I'm a pure Vegan. So, are there Veg foods available in Amsterdam.

What is a good package for moving to Jeddah?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Jeddah
I lived in india & i got offer for Jeddah with 6300 sar. pl. let me know is it good to move Jeddah with this package. Accommodation & transport provided by company. Also let me know about villa accommodation which provided by company. and indian food available in Jeddah.

Tax and Accommodation in Cape Town, South Africa?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: South Africa
I've got an salary offer of R40 000 per month. However I'm waiting payslip example with details. While waiting for the payslip details, can someone give me any range of n salary amount (after taxes) from this proposed amount of R40 000. I read somewhere that salary tax is from 10% to 40%, in what range would my salary be?

How do I break a limited contract in UAE before its expiry?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai

I am currently on a limited contract for 2 years with my employer in the UAE. If I get a better job offer before the expiry of the contract, can I switch over easily? Or are there any formalities (such as bans) involved if my current employer has no objection?

Spanish schools in Madrid?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Madrid

I'm moving to Madrid in October. I will be working for a logistics company. I still have some basic Spanish language knowledge but I need to improve it for sure. I'm planning to travel to Spain already in August to to take a crash course for some weeks. I'm thinking of booking with Ailola Madrid (http://www.ailolamadrid.com) which offers very good prices. Anyone can recommend it?

Zahran Operations and Maintenance . Riyadh offer

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Saudi Arabia
Hi I have been offered a position by Zahran operations and maintenance in Riyadh working for RSAF (Riyadh HQ) as IT solutions Architect. Currently in UK I am offered 1 bedroom accomodation (for myself and wife) kindly let me know: - Is it a reputable organisation? -RSAF as an organisation how are they? -which complex do they have? -Is it an expat compound? -Do they provide car? -What type of iqama do they offer? -How long does the iqama process take? Would love to hear from people already there or are in process. Very Anxious

Transfer of social security payments from U.S to Portugal?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Portugal
How do U.S. Expats who retire in Algarve, Portugal manage transfer of retirement and Social Security Payments to a local bank? Are there any security issues to be concerned about? How does one find a Bank and Open an account? Thank you

UK Freelance Contractor working for US company in UAE

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai
Hi All, Please forgive me for the complicated question that follows. I am a UK citizen that currently lives in the UK. My limited company is set up in the UK and i offer technical services. A US based company has asked my company to take on a contract with them. the job will require me to relocate to Dubai and use this location as a base for working throughout the middle east region.

what is considered good offer for family of four in Istanbul?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Istanbul

Hello, I was offered a job in Istanbul, and I have a family of four, what is considered a good offer? My two sons are 4 & 8 years old, I've looked into the international schools which I find extremely expensive, will I find a public or private school teaching in Arabic & English with a reasonable fee? what is the average monthly budget needed for grocery, food, living..? what is the cost of rental apartments not far from Bahcelvlier? Would my wife find a job there/ part time job? I come from Jordan, and both my wife & I are engineers. I appreciate your help, thank you. Tamer