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Forum: Belgium , Netherlands, Luxembourg
Oct 8th 2012, 3:57 pm
Replies: 4
Views: 845
Posted By sian4776

Re: Moving to Maastrict

Thanks guys. Still trying to resolve the visa issue here in the UAE but this is still an option we are seriously considering.
Forum: Belgium , Netherlands, Luxembourg
Sep 29th 2012, 6:37 am
Replies: 4
Views: 845
Posted By sian4776

Moving to Maastrict

Hi - A few months ago I took up a job in Abu Dhabi, but between signing the contract and arriving the visa laws changed and my family cannot get a residence permit. I am not prepared to stay here if...
Forum: Middle East
Sep 2nd 2012, 3:25 am
Replies: 19
Views: 3,393
Posted By sian4776

Re: Extra Long Shower Curtain?

Thanks guys - didn't occur to me to try another pole but may just have to do that if they do just lock into place. This one is drilled in (and we aren't allowed to drill another without being...
Forum: Middle East
Sep 1st 2012, 1:27 pm
Replies: 19
Views: 3,393
Posted By sian4776

Extra Long Shower Curtain?

Hi - we've just relocated and I have an irritating problem - the pole above the bath has been installed so high that the standard 180cms long shower curtain isn't reaching.

I don't yet have a...
Forum: Middle East
Aug 14th 2012, 7:30 pm
Replies: 12
Views: 1,458
Posted By sian4776

Re: Visa Query

Ok, thanks for the heads up. If we do go back early will have lost a small fortune in attesting fees, school deposits etc - really hoping it doesn't come to that as I am enjoying it here so far.
Forum: Middle East
Aug 14th 2012, 7:14 pm
Replies: 12
Views: 1,458
Posted By sian4776

Re: Visa Query

Thanks - he isn't expecting tax benefits it's just our safety net as I am on a one year contract; he opted not to look for work here and we have a salary coming in when we return to the uk. Will...
Forum: Middle East
Aug 14th 2012, 6:40 pm
Replies: 12
Views: 1,458
Posted By sian4776

Visa Query

Hi - I arrived in Abu Dhabi about 3 weeks ago and have my residency visa but despite assurances from my employer that as a British passport holder all would be fine, I have just heard today that I...
Forum: Middle East
May 15th 2012, 4:14 pm
Replies: 27
Views: 2,696
Posted By sian4776

Re: Should I stay or should I go?

Will do - as much as I can anyway :)

Not sure how helpful my advice will be until we find our feet...
Forum: ME Job Discussions
May 14th 2012, 6:32 pm
Replies: 0
Views: 736
Posted By sian4776

Salesforce (cloud computing) opportunities?

Hi - I've just accepted a position in Abu Dhabi but my husband will soon be looking for work also.

Does anyone know of companies looking for programmers in force.com (otherwise known as...
Forum: Middle East
May 14th 2012, 6:15 pm
Replies: 20
Views: 7,223
Posted By sian4776

Re: Abu Dhabi - what to take?

Been on facebook too long, looked for the 'like' button for that reply. Cheers mate.
Forum: Middle East
May 14th 2012, 6:05 pm
Replies: 20
Views: 7,223
Posted By sian4776

Re: Abu Dhabi - what to take?

Is there a second hand market? Especially for things like furniture?
Forum: Middle East
May 14th 2012, 6:03 pm
Replies: 27
Views: 2,696
Posted By sian4776

Re: Should I stay or should I go?

Well, I've accepted the job - we will be moving out this summer. Thanks again for the advice guys.
Forum: Middle East
May 14th 2012, 6:02 pm
Replies: 8
Views: 2,529
Posted By sian4776

Re: squash in Dubai

We are moving to Abu Dhabi in the summer and my husband is a very keen squash player. Is there a league in Abu Dhabi that anyone knows of? Or anyone interested in getting together (from Sept...
Forum: Middle East
May 8th 2012, 6:54 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 1,380
Posted By sian4776

Re: Abu Dhabi activities?

Will PM you music stuff as this conversation will probably bore 99% of people on here...

But any other tips on social outings gratefully received!
Forum: Middle East
May 8th 2012, 6:22 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 1,380
Posted By sian4776

Re: Abu Dhabi activities?

I would love to - just the thought of taxes etc. puts me off - it's bad enough in the UK! But I can always try... (my husband will breathe a sigh of resignation at this point...)

What sort of...
Forum: Middle East
May 8th 2012, 6:06 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 1,380
Posted By sian4776

Re: Abu Dhabi activities?

Whoop! That's a relief... I've seen Metallica a few times (and went to University with a couple of Venom which made one show that little bit more interesting!).

I book bands as a...
Forum: Middle East
May 8th 2012, 5:41 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 1,380
Posted By sian4776

Re: Abu Dhabi activities?

Thanks for the tips.

Dadrock.... hmmm. I'm into rock/metal but generally a little more modern stuff :/

**edit - and sorry if I'm not following convention, not really been on forums much...
Forum: Middle East
May 8th 2012, 2:57 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 1,380
Posted By sian4776

Abu Dhabi activities?

Following on from the finding our feet post, I have a couple of questions about social activites around Abu Dhabi (started a new post as I think it's a new topic - apologies if I shouldn't do that -...
Forum: Middle East
May 7th 2012, 1:47 pm
Replies: 27
Views: 2,696
Posted By sian4776

Re: Should I stay or should I go?

Sorry, this is more what I was meaning I guess.
Forum: Middle East
May 7th 2012, 1:30 pm
Replies: 27
Views: 2,696
Posted By sian4776

Re: Should I stay or should I go?

Thanks - the 5,000 for food was based on mostly local produce but with a few home comforts (marmite etc). I've lived in Pakistan and Morocco as a kid and am comfortable with buying local food.
...
Forum: Middle East
May 7th 2012, 6:58 am
Replies: 27
Views: 2,696
Posted By sian4776

Re: Should I stay or should I go?

I've put together my expected costs based on the posts I can see, could someone please let me know if I am on the right track?

Monthly
Food (family of 4) 5,000.00
Petrol...
Forum: Middle East
May 6th 2012, 4:11 pm
Replies: 27
Views: 2,696
Posted By sian4776

Re: Should I stay or should I go?

Brilliant, thanks. Have sent you a mail.
Forum: Middle East
May 6th 2012, 9:50 am
Replies: 27
Views: 2,696
Posted By sian4776

Re: Should I stay or should I go?

Thanks again. Lots to think about.
Forum: Middle East
May 6th 2012, 7:28 am
Replies: 27
Views: 2,696
Posted By sian4776

Re: Should I stay or should I go?

Thanks for the help.

I have been offered a basic salary (which I will be negotiating on), housing (company provided, no option on this contract to rent and be reimbursed), and a "general...
Forum: Middle East
May 5th 2012, 9:43 pm
Replies: 27
Views: 2,696
Posted By sian4776

Should I stay or should I go?

Hi everyone,

I'm new to the forum, just had an offer of employment in Abu Dhabi for 14 months, but been told it will become permenant if my performance is good enough. I've joined this forum for...
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