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Latest post on 08 August 2014 - 22:56
Both can sponsor, but indeed you need a bit more paperwork. Since your husband is here and can easily sign anything, this should not cause a problem. I would chose based on the following: - whose company provides better medical insurance for your son - whose company pays flight tickets and education of children, if any. - whose job seems more stable and long term.
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Latest post on 08 August 2014 - 22:52
A condition such that can be abused by employers, giving the option of deducting money for "in house training" which in the reality was probably just the normal explanation on the employee's first days, but the employer gets the chance to keep some money. A few companies tried this to offset the visa cost, after it was made clear that visa cost shall be always by employer. Hence I am not terribly surprised that labour ministry is rejecting it.
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Latest post on 08 August 2014 - 22:41
The normal enbd savings account does not pay much interest but they have a "smart saver" account that pays 1.75-2%. I do not know about offshore bank rates.
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Latest post on 08 August 2014 - 22:39
I bought favorite ones with no-clear but removable straps and changed them to clear straps bought in m&s.
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Latest post on 08 August 2014 - 22:37
The little ones for cocktails and ice cream ? Do not know for sure but I would try daiso.
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Latest post on 02 August 2014 - 12:59
There are lots of serviced apartments in barsha, near mall of emirates and also plenty in bur dubai, near computer plaza. You can also just drive around or ask taxi drivers. You get better rates if you there in person then over internet. Mind you, it is not legal to work without your visa and your company must progress that.
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Latest post on 02 August 2014 - 12:52
There is a printshop on sheikh zayed road next to crowne plaza in the building that has Byblos and subway. Called AST or similar... 3 letters starting with A... Enter next to subways, just behind, on ground floor. Also there is Technograph in karama, cannot explain well their location but their phone number is 04 3966363. They will deliver if the quantity is large enough.
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Latest post on 02 August 2014 - 12:43
I get Axa, relatively happy with them. They suddenly decided to blacklist some clinics without any notice or explanation, had to learn when I sent them claims and they rejected. That was not very nice. Otherwise they had been ok.
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Latest post on 02 August 2014 - 12:38
I heard of maids asking for 3500-4000 even 4500. Usually they were also very specific on other needs, like " I need internet" " I never work after 6 pm" or "my previous madam gave me an iPhone but it is broken now, it would be very hard for me not to have one". I do not think they will ever find a job.
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Latest post on 28 July 2014 - 23:51
Short answer: they are fakes, except a few cases like unwanted gifts with original invoice. Long answer: There are no miracles. If you would like a quality branded bag, buy it from the official shop outlet only. If you want to wear a brand but find the price high, buy the fake ones, which are plastic / lesser quality leather with lesser quality zippers and stitching. Many times also stored improperly so they smell moldy due to humidity exposure. If you need an affordable quality bag, do not go for brands, just go to shops and look for real pure leather with nice design and workmanship. edited by dentro on 28/07/2014 <em>edited by dentro on 28/07/2014</em>
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Latest post on 12 July 2014 - 01:45
And... Do you need the VPN for it every time, or only when signing up (similarly to how you could not download skype, but once you had it, you could use)?
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Latest post on 12 July 2014 - 00:56
Proper internet bandwidth speed! Still wish for it...
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Latest post on 12 July 2014 - 00:53
Welcome to dubai! I usually try meetup.com when I feel short of company.
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Latest post on 12 July 2014 - 00:38
I sent it to my sister to do it. I know it may not be helpful if you have no relatives or friends living there, just wanted to say that anyone can do it for you, does not need to be a special service.
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Latest post on 12 July 2014 - 00:33
I have never faced a problem buying Imodium here.
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Latest post on 07 July 2014 - 22:49
How old are your children? A 7 year old may be more mature than it seems. Our mother was working full time and I was left alone with my 5 year old sister when I was 7. What about an agency maid for half a day, then you visit them in your lunch break, and they play/sleep alone for the rest of the day until you are home?
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Latest post on 07 July 2014 - 22:36
If you include Budapest then in must be the Danube. Vienna is also beautiful.
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Latest post on 07 July 2014 - 22:33
I am buying pretty lanterns (that can take candles, not the big electric ones) these days as gifts. Previous favorites were dates, pashminas, pillow covers.
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Latest post on 07 July 2014 - 22:31
Yes it is very safe.
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Latest post on 07 July 2014 - 22:27
I feel a difference in between crime that harms others ( murder, theft, domestic violence, rape, etc) and victimless crime. I would not report victimless crime. <em>edited by dentro on 07/07/2014</em>
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Latest post on 07 July 2014 - 22:17
Yes, correct. According to labour law you cannot take holidays during your first 1 year, however the entitlement is adding up and you may take it after 1 year. I believe it is 1 year, not 6 months. During the first 6 months (probation period as per labour law, unless employer specified shorter) you do not have sick leave either, if you are sick, it will be unpaid and remain unpaid. Most employers do not mind people taking holidays in their first year and pay right away, but it is otherwise legal to treat it unpaid and pay later. However, working without labour contract is not legal. <em>edited by dentro on 07/07/2014</em>
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Latest post on 06 July 2014 - 20:34
You may jump on me for saying this, but some of my happy childhood memories include sitting in my father's lap while driving, pretending I was the one driving; standing up on the seats to push my shoulders through the roof lite and shout in the wind; crawling from seat to seat with my sister in our minivan. We were free, unrestrained, and I love our parents. I am sure many of you can remember similar happy moments. <em>edited by dentro on 06/07/2014</em>
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Latest post on 06 July 2014 - 20:27
Yes, you were taken for a ride. Noone should be charged for labor card, Heath card, visa, etc. http://www.thenational.ae/business/industry-insights/finance/can-a-uae-employer-recover-recruitment-costs-from-an-employee
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Latest post on 05 July 2014 - 21:37
Emaar pavilion in downtown is open as usual.
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Latest post on 05 July 2014 - 21:37
Emaar pavilion in downtown is open as usual.
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Latest post on 05 July 2014 - 21:32
Citymax serviced apartments are very nice. Near mall of emirates.
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Latest post on 05 July 2014 - 21:31
You may want to call the shop where you bought it and ask them?
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Latest post on 05 July 2014 - 21:30
You will not get gratuity if you terminate your limited contract before it ends.
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Latest post on 05 July 2014 - 21:25
The cost of these should be paid by your employer, not you. They are about 1000-2000 dirhams.
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Latest post on 27 April 2014 - 14:23
So anyone knows when Choitrams at the far end will open?
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Latest post on 18 April 2014 - 12:21
I meant mass, but iPad think otherwise...
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Latest post on 18 April 2014 - 11:44
Looking glam is not about how much money you spend. It is more how much time you have. You can learn makeup nail and hair tricks from YouTube.
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Latest post on 17 April 2014 - 22:14
St Mary Church should have a mass <em>edited by dentro on 18/04/2014</em>
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Latest post on 17 April 2014 - 14:37
Have anyone left their cars at DWC Al Maktoum Airport for longer term (1 week), while on holiday? The website claims it is free until 1st May, but it does not state whether overnight parking is allowed. Have any of you done this? <em>edited by dentro on 17/04/2014</em>
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Latest post on 13 April 2014 - 01:47
I really like Helpers and have been using them for long years but they charge 35.
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Latest post on 13 April 2014 - 01:32
Thanks!
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Latest post on 11 April 2014 - 21:55
If I understood correctly, you paid 7500 monthly before, but now he wants to charge you 15,000 for the extra month. Rera will not be able to help, as you had nothing in writing. Your best bet is to be nice with the landlord and say that since he had not announced the price prior, you really expected to pay the 7,500. However you are offering 10,000, so no one is unhappy. Only pay him the extra over your deposit, otherwise you may not see the deposit back.
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Latest post on 10 April 2014 - 09:18
Here is my advice: this is a workplace. You are there to work and get money in exchange. You are not primarily there to make friends or chat. Of course, it is nice if happens, and 90% of workplaces it would happen. But still not primary. So my advise: just keep professional, say hello to everyone when arriving and leaving, and work very hard in between. The team will appreciate you for you hard work, and knowledge on your field, and when everyone is positive about you, this lady will also join them like she had always been your best friend. Just keep professional, no rumoring, no mentioning to your boss that you cannot get along with others. (That would probably hit back, as he knows the other lady for long and you are new).
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Latest post on 31 March 2014 - 21:54
I often find interesting low-carb / gluten free etc recipes on Pinterest. Worth to sign up! Actually, addictive....
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Latest post on 31 March 2014 - 21:47
I was really looking forward :((((
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Latest post on 31 March 2014 - 07:44
Try xerox or Konica or canon photocopier-printer machines for office. The home printers are not heavy duty. Contact their brand dealers for the full range of products. HP also have midrange printers but I personally hate HP. <em>edited by dentro on 31/03/2014</em>
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Latest post on 31 March 2014 - 07:39
Who played the concerts this year? I always had good time there.
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Latest post on 30 March 2014 - 00:36
He has no rights whatsoever to injure you. It is domestic violence and waiting for a change is not a realistic option. When you feel ready, you will move on.
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Latest post on 29 March 2014 - 15:49
If the BBQ is in the desert, then t shirt and jeans. If it is in someone's garden, then better to ask them or judge based on their lifestyle if it will be a dress up event or a laid back one. But in any cases, even if you under or overdress, it is rarely a problem in dubai. If you are fun to chat with, they will love you. Good luck.
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Latest post on 29 March 2014 - 08:38
When wherever you go you have memories of old friends popping to your mind, people who you had fun and friendship with but left the UAE and moved elsewhere. Every mall, shop, restaurant, park, street has a story and they make your hearth bleeding.
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Latest post on 29 March 2014 - 08:20
Another Dubai anachronism - a ten-day festival of light followed on the 29th (tomorrow night) by Earth Hour. Very dubai!
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Latest post on 29 March 2014 - 08:19
It is a bunch of colored lights and some projected animations that no one really understands. It does not really have an artistic value, rather it looks that 1 single company was commissioned who just put similar stuff everywhere. It is a bit like miracle garden, which is a bunch of petunias in a million different irrelevant and out-of-context formations, but the end of the day, still just petunias. (Phase 2 is better though). If you have a 5 year old, go by all means and let her run around the lights and watch them change color, but a bit boring above that age.
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Latest post on 29 March 2014 - 08:03
Banks do not always freeze accounts, only if you also had a credit card with outstanding amount or unpaid loan with them. I switched jobs 3 times here and never any problems with banks.
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Latest post on 22 March 2014 - 21:13
We do not have tickets for this show - but in the past they only sent us a reference number, and we had to collect the ticket either in a store or at the venue, just before the show. All you need is your email printed out or shown on your mobile.
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Latest post on 22 March 2014 - 21:10
If they do not do anything you should complain to the facility managers - emaar would do something - or to police. I did complain on neighbors taking the dogs to pee just in front of the entrance and emaar put security on the watch - quickly improving the pavement stink situation! Very sad but pets can be frustrating.
 
 
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