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Old Jul 6th 2008, 9:43 pm
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Hi all - i apologise if this has been covered (searched forum and can't find relevant info) so here goes.
Looking at a 12-18 month contract in Damman, i get £500/day UK, what rate should i expect in KSA?
If working in Damman is it feasible to live in Bahrain and how much should rent be for a decent 1 bed apartment with a/c?
What is best option re. car? rental? how much?
Thanks in advance, Jim
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Old Jul 7th 2008, 8:59 am
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hi there,

can't answer the questions directly myself except to point you in the general direction of some advice;
- The Dean's wiki page... brilliant starting point -> http://britishexpats.com/wiki/The_Ul..._to_Saudi_Life
- avis has a desk in saudi (i think it's www.avis.com.sa) -> all advice seems to be buy not rent, but am not sure about that...
- also, accommodation seems to be really tight so I'm guessing that's going to be your first point of call after sorting out your day rate

best of luck!
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Old Jul 8th 2008, 8:05 am
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Originally Posted by Jim-miJ
Hi all - i apologise if this has been covered (searched forum and can't find relevant info) so here goes.
Looking at a 12-18 month contract in Damman, i get £500/day UK, what rate should i expect in KSA?
If working in Damman is it feasible to live in Bahrain and how much should rent be for a decent 1 bed apartment with a/c?
What is best option re. car? rental? how much?
Thanks in advance, Jim
Hi,

A mate of mine from SA was offered around $1000 per day in Saudi. Not sure how many years experience you have, but he has around 8 yrs - the role was for a Senior Business Analyst. Checkout the forum on www.sainsaudi.co.za - tailored for S Africans, but will give you a good idea about Saudi. Also visit www.expatriates.com for an indication on houses etc. All the best mate.
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Old Jul 8th 2008, 3:08 pm
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Cheers mate, i've also 8 years experience so i guess i'm looking at rates similar to UK - Big advantage will be if it runs for full tax year next year
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Old Jul 8th 2008, 5:45 pm
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Most of the projects last between 9-12 months, so you'll definately score. In most cases you will be asked to stay on, or there will be opportunities at other companies.
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