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Forum: Middle East

Dec 23rd 2021, 7:06 am

Replies: 0

Cancelling a trade licence in Dubai

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Posted By Cobia

Cancelling a trade licence in Dubai

Dear All
I have an investor visa and trade licence which has just expired. I really only did it so the family could stay on here, as we looked for work after I lost my job last year.
To cut a long...

Forum: ME Job Discussions

Jun 22nd 2020, 7:08 pm

Replies: 12

Transferring visa to a new employer in the UAE (Dubai)

Views: 1,620

Posted By Cobia

Re: Transferring visa to a new employer in the UAE (Dubai)

Thanks for the reply Scamp, and I agree.

I've been in the Gulf for 21 years so have seen a few bumps in the road!
With the Mrs working, we can ride this Covid-19 mess out for a while.
...

Forum: The Welcome Inn

Jun 21st 2020, 6:05 pm

Replies: 2

Hi there from a UAE/Gulf expat

Views: 4,852

Posted By Cobia

Re: Hi there from a UAE/Gulf expat

Nice to hear from you Scot. I believe you were active on an EFL forum for many years, which I will not name, but apparently it had a virtual cafe and you had the same name!
I enjoyed your witty and...

Forum: ME Job Discussions

Jun 21st 2020, 11:25 am

Replies: 12

Transferring visa to a new employer in the UAE (Dubai)

Views: 1,620

Posted By Cobia

Re: Transferring visa to a new employer in the UAE (Dubai)

Yes, thanks Scamp, the costs of the trade licence etc could be offset by the Mrs earning. She's freelancing in the oil and gas sector. It's a bit rocky at the moment--the Grim Reaper has gone through...

Forum: The Sand Pit

Jun 20th 2020, 11:00 pm

Replies: 8

Health Insurance after let go

Views: 1,776

Posted By Cobia

Re: Health Insurance after let go

I'm in a similar boat, as my visa will be cancelled shortly. Our insurer (DAMAN) offers personal extensions--for a fee.
Another thing to consider is government hospitals will treat you for acute...

Forum: The Welcome Inn

Jun 20th 2020, 10:49 pm

Replies: 2

Hi there from a UAE/Gulf expat

Views: 4,852

Posted By Cobia

Hi there from a UAE/Gulf expat

Hi there
I'm from the North of England, and have been an expat for 28 years, living in the Basque Country, Germany, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Kuwait, and over 15 years in the UAE. My field is...

Forum: ME Job Discussions

Jun 20th 2020, 2:35 pm

Replies: 12

Transferring visa to a new employer in the UAE (Dubai)

Views: 1,620

Posted By Cobia

Re: Transferring visa to a new employer in the UAE (Dubai)

Thanks for the suggestion Scamp, she's asked the company she freelances with, but got nowhere. The friend's company is possible, but there are complications with WPS etc. I think the easiest thing...

Forum: ME Job Discussions

Jun 18th 2020, 5:08 pm

Replies: 12

Transferring visa to a new employer in the UAE (Dubai)

Views: 1,620

Posted By Cobia

Re: Transferring visa to a new employer in the UAE (Dubai)

Thanks for the response Scamp, good answer.
However, my wife already tried that 2 months ago, but her company rejected it.... a money saver for them, and a reflection on the new reality here.
I've...

Forum: ME Job Discussions

Jun 17th 2020, 7:07 am

Replies: 12

Transferring visa to a new employer in the UAE (Dubai)

Views: 1,620

Posted By Cobia

Transferring visa to a new employer in the UAE (Dubai)

Dear All
I am in the field of education and have worked in my current position for over 10 years. I gave plenty of notice to quit and have all my ducks in line re: leaving the company, with my...

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