Originally Posted by k.tavener

Hi HelpfulExpat

Thank you for the response. Yes, an independent contractor. Your suggestions have been very helpful, and I will definitely look into the places you've recommended. It seems that Booking.com doesn't have any suitable options in the vicinity of NC1.

Originally Posted by Bulldogs94

Has anyone from the UK who has been given the written offer, accepted it and going through onboarding declared on the pre medical questionnaire something like asthma? I need to provide a Fit to Work in a remote location Certificate. What is this and where did you get it from? I have asked the GP and Occupational Health and having a nightmare attaining one. Any help would be massively appreciated.

This is also different from the medical you will be sent on for your VISA apparently.

Thanks in advance.

Originally Posted by expatalex

Hi all, I just received my work visa (woo hoo!) which will allow me to move over. Thanks again to everyone in the forum for all their help. Quick few questions:

1. I will be moving from the London to NEOM. Could anyone provide insights on the flight booking process? I am aware there are direct flights from London to NEOM every Sunday from heathrow and that as part of the onboarding process there is a signed agreement where you must use your work visa (ref: 20 day work visa obligation form) within 20 days of receiving the Visa. Would be keen to hear others experiences as I am just finishing phisio and trying to find someone to take over my flat whilst I'm away!

2. I'm aware I'll be living in NC2 however this has not been confirmed on kissflow. Does anyone have insights as I'm a bit worried I'll end up in a hotel far from my team..

Originally Posted by expatalex

Hi all, I just received my work visa (woo hoo!) which will allow me to move over. Thanks again to everyone in the forum for all their help. Quick few questions:

1. I will be moving from the London to NEOM. Could anyone provide insights on the flight booking process? I am aware there are direct flights from London to NEOM every Sunday from heathrow and that as part of the onboarding process there is a signed agreement where you must use your work visa (ref: 20 day work visa obligation form) within 20 days of receiving the Visa. Would be keen to hear others experiences as I am just finishing phisio and trying to find someone to take over my flat whilst I'm away!

hi I received my visa yesterday, communicated with onboarder & my flight was booked instantly for Saturday- so just let them know…

2. I'm aware I'll be living in NC2 however this has not been confirmed on kissflow. Does anyone have insights as I'm a bit worried I'll end up in a hotel far from my team..

Originally Posted by HelpfulExpat

If you communicate to Neom onboarding that you've received your visa and are ready to move, they should book you on the next available flight. You don't have to do anything with booking. They will send you the tickets. Direct flight is the easiest route from London.

There are many people moving this week from NC2 to NC1 into new cabins which have been handed over. If you're arriving soon I would think NC2 has availability. It's a nice community.

Originally Posted by naiomi

I’m in NC2 & have received the QR code - see you soon

Originally Posted by expatalex

Thanks mate and congratulations! Did you try and push your flight back a bit? If so did you get much pushback?

Originally Posted by ustransplant23

For those based in Riyadh, did NEOM provide a housing advance? I see that most places require full year rent in advance which could amount to $30-40k.


also, if based out of Riyadh, does NEOM pay for flights back and forth between Riyadh and NEOM?

Originally Posted by Pkingston

Each team here is allocated with a number of cars to be used amongst us. New rules in place from last week however mean only people with KSA licenses can drive them, so there is a mad rush right now for us all go to get our licenses so we can drive them.

We usually car pool in the mornings and afternoons to get & from the office at NC1 from NC2, however the bus transportation is perfectly fine too. It takes about 10 minutes longer on the bus.

Originally Posted by expatalex

Hi all, I just received my work visa (woo hoo!) which will allow me to move over. Thanks again to everyone in the forum for all their help. Quick few questions:

1. I will be moving from the London to NEOM. Could anyone provide insights on the flight booking process? I am aware there are direct flights from London to NEOM every Sunday from heathrow and that as part of the onboarding process there is a signed agreement where you must use your work visa (ref: 20 day work visa obligation form) within 20 days of receiving the Visa. Would be keen to hear others experiences as I am just finishing phisio and trying to find someone to take over my flat whilst I'm away!

2. I'm aware I'll be living in NC2 however this has not been confirmed on kissflow. Does anyone have insights as I'm a bit worried I'll end up in a hotel far from my team..

Originally Posted by Ilovegregggs

the majority of my colleagues and I use sab (formerly sabb). Takes a couple of hours for money to reach the UK, all which can be done through your banking app. Many also use wise/revolut, but it can bring occasional issues.

Originally Posted by M2ULR

Good luck with the move Alex, how long did it take to get your visa from when A1 visa service’s submitted your documents?

I have my medical tomorrow in London and trying to aim for joining on the 27th of Oct. Just wondering if it’s achievable.

thanks