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Latest post on 26 April 2015 - 20:33
did you read thru all the comments about this? Did you mean to be so rude? My question relates specifically to people who hold multiple residence visas for countries around the world, not necessarily the UAE. It also relates to people who are paid in the UK in to UK accounts in GBP, pay tax and national insurance, and have property in the UK, spending much of the year there. Therefore my question is specifically how do the DVLA class residence, as when a person has multiple residence visas they may not be classed as specifically resident of another country. And while the tax/NI/payment may not be relevant to most of us here, it may be relevant to some proving they are not resident in another country.. If you have any legislation/written confirmation regarding the above specifically on[i'> how residency of another country is classed by the DVLA when a person holds multiple residence visas,[/i'> please do share it. Otherwise, I will contact the DVLA and ask them as previous correspondence on here does not clarify that.
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Latest post on 26 April 2015 - 18:57
Thank you Cymraes. Now I just need to find this in writing on the DVLA site. :) Am sure someone linked to it before?...
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Latest post on 26 April 2015 - 17:59
No that doesn't happen on the UAE side, but I was looking for the DVLA guidance on it from the UK side and also to clarify whether there's a difference between someone being non resident for tax/NI purposes, or not - and if that is how they class being non resident, or if it's simply having a residence visa in another country, not necessarily the UAE. Might need to just contact DVLA! :nerd: Will update!
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Latest post on 26 April 2015 - 17:38
Sorry to bump an old thread. I am looking for the DVLA documentation which lays out the below, but can't find it. I am sure someone has linked to it before. Specifically the part which talks about your UK DL not being valid if you are resident in another country. Also, how does it define 'residency'? Is it simply having a residence visa in another country, or if you have a residency visa in another country but are still a UK tax and NI payer, would this have any affect on the above? Sorry, complicated.
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Latest post on 26 April 2015 - 17:15
if you don't want a huge school, there are lots of smaller schools in Jumeirah/Um Suqeim. As previous posters said, it really depends on what sort of education you are looking for, how academic your children are, what sort of other things they like doing. Education and housing is a bit of a minefield. :) DIFC is pretty central so don't worry too much about DH's commute. Even the farthest flung places in Dubai will be at DIFC within 20-25 minutes and pretty much everything you want to do in Dubai is about 20 minutes away one way or another! I am not sure we are being very helpful. :) When are you coming over for a look?
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Latest post on 26 April 2015 - 17:10
Does anyone know of any Nepali organisation here organising anything?
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Latest post on 26 April 2015 - 17:09
Hi from me too please! I think she was on the other day? Hope she hasn't left.
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Latest post on 24 April 2015 - 19:54
Nextdirect.ae have a Tall range and ship free to the UAE in 4 days.
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Latest post on 24 April 2015 - 18:33
Life Pharmacy on Al Wasl Rd, open 24 hours and pretty much has everything you could ever need!
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Latest post on 24 April 2015 - 18:17
All of the schools and areas to live that you mention are good. It probably very much depends on your budget. There is an issue with morning traffic leaving AR at the moment. Welcome in advance to the UAE. :)
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Latest post on 24 April 2015 - 18:16
You could look in to Marhaba in both directions, and a similar service at the arrival airport (for example Qatar) but for assistance on the plane you'd probably be best speaking to someone at the airline.
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Latest post on 24 April 2015 - 18:07
Unfortunately, some of the big name Satwa tailors have been touched by the JJ stick and will now not negotiate on price and are very expensive for even the most basic things. You now really have to go and seek out your own unknown smaller tailor up a side street somewhere rather than the big names. But, as previous posters have said, if you are happy with the fit and cut etc then it's all good!
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Latest post on 22 April 2015 - 18:14
Dr Loubser is excellent.
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Latest post on 22 April 2015 - 18:03
My favourite part of NY was the Harlem tour, it was brilliant - it included a gospel service and it was just like the Whoopi Goldberg/Sister Act film with everyone up dancing etc. It was fab. The tour finshed with an evening at a soul/jazz bar which was also brilliant.
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Latest post on 21 April 2015 - 17:20
have you checked that her marriage is recognised/attested here? - otherwise the problem will be huge Agree - have you seen marriage cert?
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Latest post on 21 April 2015 - 17:17
The bizarre thing is, when you google the number, apart from your post it throws up this page http://www.expatwoman.com/dubai/monthly_weddings_vanila_wedding_boutique_now_open_14764.aspx :thinking:
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Latest post on 19 April 2015 - 17:32
I switched from Dubai92 in the mornings a couple of years ago and moved to Radio 1, DannyC and SerenaK really are very funny. Any new radio show takes time to warm up, but Dubai92 also really needs to look at their playlists, they are just not great. Unless people maybe like that sort of thing. Each to their own!
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Latest post on 19 April 2015 - 17:24
No more than any other year. People moving on :brokenheart: , and people moving in. :balloon: Such is Dubai life.
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Latest post on 16 April 2015 - 17:32
There are some afro hair salons in Bur Dubai, you'll find some around the Choitrams, Rolla Road area. :)
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Latest post on 16 April 2015 - 15:16
If your child is a drummer I'm sure you will be seeing evidence of The (non stop) Beat on any surface: walls, tables, floor, pots, pans, the back of the chair in the car etc - ha!! There are children's drum sets in ELC however you could also look at an electronic drum set - with headphones to save your ears. ;)
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Latest post on 16 April 2015 - 15:13
Going against the grain, you really do get some great deals in all hotels over the Summer. The pools are icy cold and it's just perfect to sit in them with a nice cool drink. If they are not planning on doing a lot of city tours and are quite happy just sitting in the pool or doing some indoor things in malls, there are some great deals on everything. The hotels are generally quieter too, so less frenzied than at other times of the year, deals on spa treatments etc. :)
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Latest post on 16 April 2015 - 14:40
Hi Lost, In the first instance, your DH should contact the PRO of both companies to see if your visas can be placed on hold while he cancels one and starts the next one. If this is possible, you can renew, be placed on hold, and then the hold will be lifted. However, you are not allowed to travel while the visas are on hold. Sometimes it depends on onshore companies/freezone etc, as to whether or not this is possible. It may be best for him to cancel the visas in May, do visa runs until you leave, and then you start on a new visa when you return to Dubai. (Assuming you are one of the 33 nationalities for visa on arrival?)
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Latest post on 15 April 2015 - 19:30
Oh dear we should not have started this [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6UN4PmV0yM'>link[/url'> Now I want to be jumping around fields of heather in the rain. :cry:
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Latest post on 15 April 2015 - 19:17
That's (pure dead) brilliant! If you need a group to join tomorrow night just shout :)
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Latest post on 15 April 2015 - 18:49
If you wanted to go I think you could join a group of people! :) ;) It's not too late to get a ticket!! LOVE Loch Lomond!! [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzQ1pNfbe3Q'>link[/url'>
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Latest post on 15 April 2015 - 18:11
;) this is the best one though. [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxeFfYsHlu4'>link[/url'> Are you going?
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Latest post on 15 April 2015 - 17:19
[url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NucJ5XC5OpI'>link[/url'> :) <em>edited by CouchPotato on 15/04/2015</em>
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 12 April 2015 - 21:10
Isn't this task on Alex's Shoes Task List???
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Latest post on 12 April 2015 - 20:51
err moi. who brings yours in? Hurrah some fun! :hug:
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Latest post on 12 April 2015 - 20:23
It is not hot until - you can't bring the washing in in your bare feet - your shoes squelch when you walk - your glasses steam up - you go into shops pretending to want to buy something, to cool down - you come into the house and open the freezer door
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Latest post on 12 April 2015 - 19:00
You'll get some in Satwa and Karama that will open at 9am, if that helps. Both 10 mins from Downtown.
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Latest post on 12 April 2015 - 17:19
Thanks but I don't use facebook. Also, that's not the objective which is to get everyone to start posting again. Those that prefer and wish to use other forums and facebook are free to do so, those who would like to continue using EW are free to do so as well.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 12 April 2015 - 16:54
Maybe instead of constantly analysing what has happened to get us here, we need to look forward. This would require some shy people to be more outgoing with their posts. Some people to bite their tongues. And some people to log in and post instead of lurking. Let's have some banter. We also need more maids who stamp on their meat, more cucumber sellers and a sprinkle of humour. It's going to be a long summer otherwise! :lol:
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 12 April 2015 - 16:48
Dear OP\ You dont need to wait until your ID card comes through :) You just need the piece of paper that has the bar code on it. You'll be able to get your DL tomorrow. Don't forget to get DH to sign your form. :)
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Latest post on 11 April 2015 - 13:33
There are also loads of indoor soccer camps over the Summer. The Spanish kids mentioned below run one at Sports City, there's one at the Indoor astroturfed pitch at Al Quoz, and another at SoccerKids Dubai at the little Spinneys in the meadows. They are all really good. :win:
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Latest post on 08 April 2015 - 19:52
oh.... Thanks LC. well it's particularly the October break I need. Sure I asked this before and got the details but can't find the thread. What are the UK Half Term dates in October?
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Latest post on 08 April 2015 - 19:43
thank you!! x
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Latest post on 08 April 2015 - 17:00
Once you have all the forms (make sure your sponsor has signed them) - go to one of the opticians which has links to the RTA. There's one in Jumeriah Plaza on beach road for example. Once your eye test is done the result is automatically updated and you then go and just get your card reprinted.
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Latest post on 08 April 2015 - 16:57
I think Beebers is spot on with her assumption regarding cooking for different nationalities - in many households it can take a full day to cook the daily meal, with everything home made, lots of chopping and prep to be done and many different dishes, breads etc - whereas in others it would be beans on toast!
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Latest post on 08 April 2015 - 16:55
Um.....:lol: it is for wearing UNDER things like shirts etc. Fed up having vest tops which roll up from the bottom so you end up constantly pulling them down! :lol: Can just see my and my muffin top prancing round dubai mall. :lol:
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Latest post on 08 April 2015 - 07:07
Has anyone seen vest tops but which just go halfway down? Like this? [url=http://www.dhgate.com/store/product/candy-color-y-gulps-half-vest-tube-top-tube/191317177.html'>link[/url'> Thanks! <em>edited by CouchPotato on 08/04/2015</em>
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Latest post on 06 April 2015 - 18:12
Seal shut the floor drain. :)
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Latest post on 06 April 2015 - 17:55
I don't have one and I never any have problems with it... Everyone needs their own now. You no longer go on your spouse's license. You apply as normal (by going into a store and picking up a form & completing all the requirements re submitting Tenancy contract etc) and it is signed/stamped by your employer if you are on their visa, or your DH if he is your sponsor. It takes 3 weeks to come back from CID. HTH.
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Latest post on 06 April 2015 - 16:43
1. Old Timers move on and when they post are faced with a barrage of "why are you still on here, didn't you move" comments 2. New Timers are told "do a search" when they ask anything that has been asked before so they never get a chance to build up some banter 3. Focus has moved away from Forums to FB groups 4. EW Admin direct people with questions to articles on other parts of the site, not the forum, so again people can't build up a thread with commentary 5. Some posters have little else to do other than try to belittle others and troll around. 6. The thumbs offend some people who take offence at their innocent post being thumbed down so don't come back. 7. Spammers are not picked up/removed efficiently so sometimes you look at EW and the whole page is full of the same person with ridiculous comments. All in all, bring back the old days!
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Latest post on 04 April 2015 - 16:12
But even if they were all sold here, they are not [i'>made[/i'> here, so you couldn't say it was a quality thing. They are all likely to be made in China anyway! And electricity wouldn't affect car clocks! how odd!!!
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Latest post on 04 April 2015 - 13:58
This is soooo strange, how could it happen?! Is it something to do with magnetism?? How odd! Has anyone ever noticed that songs seem to run slower or faster too, on the radio?
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Latest post on 04 April 2015 - 08:53
Thank you. Apparently the Easter Bunny [i'>knows[/i'> that Milky Ways are the only chocolate someone likes and so they will [i'>definitely[/i'> not leave any other sort of egg. eek! :sick:
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Latest post on 03 April 2015 - 11:13
That would be most kind, thank you! :flower:
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Latest post on 02 April 2015 - 16:55
PS just FYI, a PRO from an outside company can not help you with some freezone submissions/dealings, including DMCC. If you need any more info just shout.
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Latest post on 02 April 2015 - 16:45
Puddle, with some freezones including DMCC, the process is that the application to cancel DH's visa must be made online by the company. This may be the PRO or the manager of the company depending on how big the company is. This online submission includes various paperwork such as the employee's final payment calculation (signed/stamped by management) and the resignation/termination letter. The application is then approved by the Freezone Authority (1-2 days) and following this, the passport is submitted for cancellation. The submission must be done jointly by the employee and the company. It is returned by courier to the company and can take anything from 1 day to 10 days, it really depends how busy immigration are. in short, your visa can be done by DH (you don't need to go) in 5 minutes, but DH's visa could take anywhere from 3 days to 2 weeks - depending on how quickly the company actually want to do it, and how busy Immigration are. HTH.
 
 
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