

Livinginsaudia
English expat in Saudi Arabia
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Lives in Riyadh
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Registration: 10 September 2014
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New Offer - Current Employer does not Provide NOC by CANArabia
Hi All. I have been in Riyadh for just over a year. I recently got an offer for a company in Jeddah. I am considering it; except for one small detail. The company I work for currently does not provide an NOC. Can someone tell me (in very basic ...

Additionally you could ask your employers for a 'reference' on letter headed paper once it's been agreed that you are leaving. That also meets the purpose of the 'no objection certificate'. Read More


New Offer - Current Employer does not Provide NOC by CANArabia
Hi All. I have been in Riyadh for just over a year. I recently got an offer for a company in Jeddah. I am considering it; except for one small detail. The company I work for currently does not provide an NOC. Can someone tell me (in very basic ...

Your final exit visa is proof of 'no objection'. If your employer objected to you leaving their company, they wouldn't have given it to you. Keep a copy of the final exit visa and make a copy of the final exit stamp in your passport as ... Read More


Why is PNU short of teachers?...Don't know much about history... by readyfreddy
Looking over the comments for Princess Nora University, I've noticed some complaints about the university. I think the underlying problem is the teacher shortage. We are really overworked because most of us are doing the work of 1 and a half ...

Haha! Good for you.. Good riddance to rubbish I say! Read More


Laser hair removal clinic Riyadh by istanbul123
Hi, Does anyone know if there are laser hair removal clinics in Riaydh and where they are. Also, are they female only or are they clinics for males also? thank you Babur

Whatever you do don't go to Kaya! From first hand experience their practitioners aren't the ones who carry out the treatment and unfortunately it's in the hands of untrained assistants who have caused burns to more than a few people I ... Read More


Enough of Princess Noura University by deocome
I just put in my resignation at PNU and I don't care who knows it! I regret these two years that I wasted on all the stress and unappreciation. I think teachers who want to come have a right to know how it is for us. Attendance was what did it ...

The best university to work in is King Saud, second is Imam Muhammad. Forget PNU. Read More


new to riyadh by moe19852012
Hi guys ive finally made it to Riyadh, I want to make friends here so where do I start because im bored as sitting on y own at home lol

Welcome, There are various FB groups where you might have more luck in getting to know people and arranging meeting up etc. Try 'British Expats in the KSA' for one and 'Riyadh Foodies' or 'Foodie in Arabia' if you're ... Read More


Hajj 2014 Groups (English) by pkmusd
Hi Folks, I am planning for Hajj this year from Riyadh and seeking information regarding groups that provide good and hygienic services, So During preliminary research, two names came to me Al-Faris and Al-Tayyar, cost they are charging is SR ...

Subhanallah. They're full as well. :sosad: I'm very disappointed with that Saudi company. FYI don't use Bandar and Badr Qurayshi Hajj Company. Service is unprofessional. 👎 Read More


Hajj 2014 Groups (English) by pkmusd
Hi Folks, I am planning for Hajj this year from Riyadh and seeking information regarding groups that provide good and hygienic services, So During preliminary research, two names came to me Al-Faris and Al-Tayyar, cost they are charging is SR ...

Thanks. Do you have an office number for them because I tried the mobile from the thread above and there was no answer. Read More


Hajj 2014 Groups (English) by pkmusd
Hi Folks, I am planning for Hajj this year from Riyadh and seeking information regarding groups that provide good and hygienic services, So During preliminary research, two names came to me Al-Faris and Al-Tayyar, cost they are charging is SR ...

I'm gathering that sadly :( i got messed about by an agent in Riyadh who promised me a place and then said they had taken on too many bookings so my place was cancelled. In this process (1 week) all other agents got booked up. If you hear of ... Read More


Hajj 2014 Groups (English) by pkmusd
Hi Folks, I am planning for Hajj this year from Riyadh and seeking information regarding groups that provide good and hygienic services, So During preliminary research, two names came to me Al-Faris and Al-Tayyar, cost they are charging is SR ...

I am looking for an English speaking hajj tour operator in Riyadh. After reading this blog I contacted Al Faris and they told me they're 'off'? I have no idea what that means! Can anyone recommend another company please? Thanks! Read More