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Latest post on 07 March 2013 - 11:41
Stupid question I know.. but... my (soon to be) husband and I are moving to Abu Dhabi soon, from Singapore. I have loads of tops and dresses with spaghetti or singlet style straps. Are these going to be acceptable there? On their own or with a light cardigan? I know the blurbs say "modest" but not exactly sure how far that goes? Thanks.... If i am heading to the mall or supermarket etc ( where there will be a lot of people) i always take a pashmina or a cardigan. TBH people wear what they want however the UAE is not strict however it is always best to observe the customs of where you are moving too.
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Latest post on 07 March 2013 - 11:31
But some UK companies won't accept the card for weird reasons (they wanted the delivery address to match the card address). I have had issues with Evans and Clarks. Grrrrrr. Anti fraud regrettably. I use my UK C/C
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Latest post on 07 March 2013 - 11:30
Dubizzle used to be really effective for jobs but now is an absolute nightmare! Applicants really don't even read the job description half the time. I would suggest LinkedIn, it's free to post and a lot of professionals use it now to look for jobs. I think NaukriGulf.com is free too I dont mean to be negative however posting roles between AED3-5,000 will not attract many applicants on Linked In ( Am i right in assuming the salary is in AED not GBP)
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Latest post on 07 March 2013 - 11:27
I'm considering signing up as I've read a lot of positive feed back about it.What I would like to know is if I want to order something from a UK company that doesen't deliver to the UAE like Debenhams for example,can it be delivered to the UK address they give you and then shipped on over here? Yep
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Latest post on 07 March 2013 - 10:07
it's illegal but people do it, like sharing maids is illegal and drinking without a licence etc Personally, I wouldn't risk it myself but I know that people do.... Neither would i, what if there was an emergency etc? what if the child was injured or worse?
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Latest post on 07 March 2013 - 09:49
Crying babies have never bothered me, now children bouncing around the front/back seat of a car does. Whose business is it anyway? I was in T&T last year and a Mum was trying to get her eyebrows threaded and her little one was grizzly, other patrons were giving her the evil eye and dirty looks and the baby wasnt even crying. Surely they are far worse things to worry about then a baby crying. They may of been fed, changed etc babies do cry. It isnt exactly hard to switch off
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 17:23
Wow, I love this thread. Good to know I'm not alone. For the first time in my life, I'm on diet. I'm lucky I have fast metabolism so never had to diet before, but I'm cleaning up my diet now cos I have a half-marathon to run, plus my personal trainer told me to - and I gained a bit of weight since Christmas!! I thought it was easy but oh boy!!! I literally wanted to cry yesterday I almost threw the watermelon I was eating. Seriously!!! I have newfound respect for people who are on diet and sticks with it. The healthy eating plans are the best, most diets do not work and people end up piling on the weight again. Slimming World and Weight Watchers are both healthy eating plans and you can eat what you want in moderation. I am not a fan of the no carb/soup/lose a stone in a week that push your bodies into starvation mode and they may work short term but not in the long term Couple the above plans with exercise and they will work. I am a huge fan of WW and have lost weight and kept it off Good Luck!
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 17:21
I believe that some people on this forum have sponsored western nannies - but you cannot call them a nanny on the official paperwork - instead they are called "governesses" or "tutors" (do a forum search). The salary will probably be a lot higher compared to the typical "maid/nanny" salary Uk salary in Dubai will be low also as costs here are higher
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 17:20
My sister says it has to be done in multiple sessions to see results. She did 20 sessions of lipomassage and I can tell the difference. Of course, it's coupled with diet and exercise so you can never really tell, but she says it works well for those stubborn fats that is almost impossible to get rid of by simple diet and exercise. It does come back aswell unless you keep up the massage and diet/exercise :-(
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 17:19
Am I the only one who sang a la Jennifer Holliday upon reading this post? Now can't get it off my head!! :) Dreamgirls song in my head too!
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 17:18
and sick of trying to lose weight. That tuna salad I had for lunch did not even fill a corner of my stomach. Drink water or low calorie soups. It helps make you feel fuller. Buy ricecrackers to snack on. They have almost no calories. Dieting sucks. I was supposed to start last week but have been delaying it due to flu.... Thanks I forgot about cup a soup. I have 5 small meals a day so never feel hungry although i have a cheese board in the fridge calling me and it is going to take me all my willpower not to scarf the lot when i get home
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 17:16
Heading in the direction to feed/change etc differs from strolling around,looking at the latest arrivals while baby is crying...come on ladies! :) Also not saying ALL moms are doing this,but why do I see them all too often?I myself have a small one... so not in bracket of 'grandmother having a fit about young moms!' What you *could* be seeing is the experienced Mum knowing, the child is fed, clean and ready to sleep, walking it out til the child does so. It's a normal practise where we come from. Small babies CRY, they are not neccesarily hungry, tired, or in need of a change, or really even in need of too much comfort. Pick them up each time they murmer and be prepared to create a huge rod for your own back! Tiny tiny week to month old littles need you and your skin and your smell and to be wrapped up safe and secure (for the most part) but a 6 month to 8 month old babe knows already that if it squarks it will be either be left so it better get on with sleeping or it will be picked up up and fussed over so why should it sleep? You train it and set the tone for your kiddo and if a mum is getting on with her day out and about, then it is her routine and her training schedule and not for someone else to comment on or shred. lIKE LIKE LIKE.
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 16:24
I have a 7 year old too, and he is going as mr. Bump. Blue shirt & shorts and am going to wrap bandages around his head, arms and stomach! quote=The Original BMAP'>That kid from Diary of a Wimpy Kid? Black shorts, white T-shirt. MAybe he's at least seen the movie so he can talk about the plot? ETA: I thought originally you had said 14 MONTH old son and I typed in suggesting one of the Mr Men, LOL. I had a Mr Bump toy when i was small It had velcro bandages and i loved it!
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 16:23
Harry Potter Horrid Henry Wheres Wally
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 15:05
Hi Ladies Did any one of you tried the Lipomassage or/and Hypoxi at fitness first “used to be Hayya | at the meadows. I want to lose a lot of weight in my lower part (10-12 Kg ) and I’m considering this if it is a good solution. Any advice appreciated. I tried hypoxi years ago ( Aviation club) to be honest i didnt find it worked at all The only way i go it off my thighs and bottom was cardio and weights ( squats, lunges etc) there is no quick fix
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 14:57
The Sony Vaio agents are Jumbo and you can drop it at their service counter in Mall of the Emirates. Thank you
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 14:25
I heard yesterday that the GEMS schools are requesting AED2500 to keep every child's place for September and if existing parents don't pay it they will offer the place to someone on the waiting list. Apparently it is legal to do so I feel so sorry for people with children here i imagine they hand money over fist here
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 14:24
Hi thanks for replying! I'll do a search for names and then I guess its a case of just choosing someone for the consultation? I'm 11stone and a size 14, i guess I ought to try and lose a bit more although have lost two stone gradually over the past two years. If I went for a consultation and was told I was too heavy I suppose I'd have to go back for another consultation so maybe I ought to wait until I'm about 10stone ish? How tall are you? I weigh the same but am 5ft 8 and a size 12 ( although some tiny clothes shops i am a 14) Dr Khan is supposed to be excellent at this and when i was having my surgery ( not tummy tuck) there was a lady close by who had travelled from Africa to see him I had my consultation and my appt was 6 weeks later however there was a cancellation and i had the procedure done within 2 weeks. The pre-care and after-care was fantastic and if i were ever to do another procedure i would go and see him He isnt the cheapest but one of the best here
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 13:42
Yes I believe you husband can sponsor her, like you would any othe type of nanny, cleaner, maid in Dubai I thought maids/cleaners etc had to be a certain nationality I may be wrong so if anyone else can elaborate :-)
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 13:42
My son's nursery has just sent a letter home requesting a deposit of 1500dhs to secure his place there in September. To confirm his ongoing presence at the nursery, this needs to be handed in by the end of this month. It will then be deducted from Term 3 fees in 2013/14! Perhaps I am being naive but this seems totally unnecessary (and early) for us and a nice interest free loan for them...? My older son's nursery would never have asked for a deposit for existing students at this stage. I am beginning to seriously regret changing nurseries. Has anyone else had a request for a deposit for September 2013 already? A few of my friends have apparently this is the norm
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 11:28
Actually I think she does have some type of agency sponsorship. We never deal with her agency. I think she freelances and finds her own work but she does have an agency for her visa Just wondering, so is it illegal to call up the numbers of people who leave a slip of paper under your door saying they are looking for work as a maid? edited by Laura_C on 05/03/2013 It is only legal if you are hiring her through the Agency and have receipts from the Agency that sponsors her. If you don't have these receipts then you could face a fine of 50k++ Freelancing for maids is illegal. Ok thanks for the tips. I'll be sure to ask my maid for a receipt next time. Who knows what her arrangement is? I know she has an agency for her visa, maybe she isn't freelancing and when we were referred to her, she added us to her agency or something and she handled it all which is why we've never dealt with her agency. I suppose if she can supply me with a receipt from whoever is sponsoring her visa, should be legit then regardless. I would ask, a friend of mine had stuff stolen and she reported the maid to the police and was fined as the maid was moonlighting from her current role ( Sponsored by a family not an agency) The notes under the door are illegal maids not worth it If she is sponsored by anyone other than an agency she is working illegally be careful
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 11:26
I have a ginormous balcony and hate using the dryer stand for putting a few things to dry. I've seen a lot of people whose clothes are on a line but I have zero tools and no idea what things I need. Cam you buy one that fits to the walls without screws ( similar to a shower pole) if that makes sense
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 10:32
Thanks Amelia, can't picture where this will be (having a dumb moment), the car park near the food court doesn't have a roof does it? I think it will be one of the roof ones which have sunshades over them if that makes sense
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 10:12
i was stuck trying to get in the marina from media city and it took me an hour and 30 mins !!!!!!!!!!!!! The police had closed off the turning from al sufoh road to the marina and people were trying all sorts of alternative routes to get in the marina and were completly stuck ! I saw on the TV in the evening that the ruler of DXB was at the Boat show in the evening so perhaps thats why ... There seems to be traffic jams all the time now and i have seen a bad crash every morning Role on the school hols and Ramadan :-)
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 09:57
Please help! My daughter who has grommets needs a swimming ear band to prevent water getting into her ears. Does anyone know where I can purchase these? Sun and Sand sports in Al Quoz may sell them as they do nose clips, caps etc if not try Decathlon in MCC
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 09:50
I have been trying to get smarter on this topic to protect myself from landlords who think they can take advantage of Westerners and claim "the market is back up" when I think it is anything but that. I have found this government website to be helpful with information for understanding the laws. What I am unsure of is how easy it is to get these laws enforced when fellow Westerners are taken advantage of - but I hope some find this helpful: http://www.dubailand.gov.ae/english/Tanzeem/Rentals/rental_process.aspx It isnt just Western people who are taken advantage of
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Latest post on 06 March 2013 - 09:49
No floods in the Greens this morning
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 11:53
Dr Houria Kazim @ Well Woman Clinic is fabulous. You'll find many recommendations for her on this forum. I 2nd this
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 11:28
If he shows up at the rental counter with his tourist visa and a valid UK drivers license (don't bring the UAE one or mention he has one), I bet you he will leave with a car. I'd probably not go back to the same place you've been dealing with because they are confused and know too much. would he be covered by the insurance in the event of an accident though if they did find out he had a UAE licence? We asked this and they weren't clear, which is why we've avoided doing it. Doesn't seem worth the risk imo. It isnt as the goalposts can be moved all the time and nothing is ever clear
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 11:17
Same here, they should of done it on weekend or school hols so Justin Beiber can only hold concerts on nights that are before a weekend day? yep haha it should be the law! ;-)
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 11:17
Heard the Phillips Air fryer is the best ! Saw one in Hyper Panda for 599.........I am going shopping today :o) (Did not have my card with me yesterday) Thats cheap in the UK they are the equivalent of 999AED I think i may have to purchase one
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 11:12
Funny to see how a thread about Justin Bieber turns into a discussion about bed times on weekdays. TNT haha On a Tuesday morning now? ? I thought it was Wednesday damn :(
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 11:08
I was watching some French TV last night (100% Mag), and they actually did their own investigation on this subject! They asked 3rd party lab to do tests on supermarket products vs expensive brand name products. 1. Brand names were generally 10 times the price. 2. For serums, they discovered that both supermarket and brand names were NOT effective. 3. Hydrating creams - the brand names were 13% LESS effective than the supermarket brands. 4. Cleanser creams were equal Note that this a study done on 2 brands only (one supermarket and one expensive) and the names were concealed from the lab, and they were only given brand A and brand B - and this was their conclusion. Interesting.... I believe L'oreal had to withdraw some of their advertising as the ingredients did not do what they say they did. Most of it is a load of tosh and purely a marketing ploy
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 11:08
Funny to see how a thread about Justin Bieber turns into a discussion about bed times on weekdays. TNT haha
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 11:05
Who takes their kids to a concert during weekdays anyway with a show starting at 8.30? I thought kids were in bed by 8.30-9PM. ??? Most of the local kids are not even in bed before Midnight here! I am sure execptions must have been made regarding bedtime for the Beiber show. That's why the parents were so peeved when he came on at 10.30! People in this part of the world have very different routines. Lots of people here sleep in the afternoon. Not hat I would allow my kids out that late. Not here or in London. Especially on a school day. no disrespects but that's easy to say when you don't have any !! I could write a book on all the things i'd "never do when I have children".....but ended up doing lol Music concerts? Absolutely NOT. Same here, they should of done it on weekend or school hols
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 11:04
Gas station attendants have their belongings searched and no pockets. Oh really? NO - that's incorrect. Most of the petrol stations in Dubai allow the petrol pump guys to keep their tips; i understand that one of them does not. Which one is that? I'll be sure to avoid as much as possible Google it was in the newspapers :-)
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 10:52
Who takes their kids to a concert during weekdays anyway with a show starting at 8.30? I thought kids were in bed by 8.30-9PM. In Dubai? I have seen kids being dragged around malls after 10pm Outside my building, at the shops etc They should be tucked up :-) not seeing some teenage twit singing twaddle about love lol
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 10:52
Where do you usually go for breakfast on weekends? How much does it cost per person? I feel really hungry right now. Haha! More Cafe around 99 i think
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 10:50
If he shows up at the rental counter with his tourist visa and a valid UK drivers license (don't bring the UAE one or mention he has one), I bet you he will leave with a car. I'd probably not go back to the same place you've been dealing with because they are confused and know too much. would he be covered by the insurance in the event of an accident though if they did find out he had a UAE licence?
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 10:48
Can anyone reccomend a good place to get botox and lip filler please? :) Dr Imran Tahir does both Google him My friends go there for both
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 10:48
.....a sad little boy who's a victim of his own success. Sorry to say, but he is a disaster waiting to happen. Could not agree more!
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Latest post on 04 March 2013 - 16:56
LDVS - you beat me too it. You don't want a residency visa but you do want a labour visa. Louise, the problem she has is that they dont have enough visa spaces for her? I just want to stay on DHs sponsorship, work part time and stay the right side of the law but if I can bury my head in the sand, my question is, will I be OK or if there is an inspection, can we say it is to be applied for? As a westerner, will you get a warning or do the authorities take a really dim view and why do they insist on every worker having a card, regardless of their sponsorhip status? It is law to make sure that you are sponsored. You either are sponsored by a company or are provided with a labor card. It is to stop illegals working here. Otherwise anyone can come in and work. It is a shame our government doesn't adopt the same approach! It is rare they would cause trouble for you but personally speaking i would not work for a company that did not comply with the labor law plus if they wanted to stop paying you, you do not have a leg to stand on as you cannot take them to court as you should not be working without this The employer would incur a huge fine for this and they do spot checks every now and then You cannot say it is applied for as they can check
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Latest post on 04 March 2013 - 16:45
Any advice? Never ever pay fees, clients pay agencies to recruit you. Register with as many agencies websites if you can. You have to bear in mind that agencies work on the client side therefore they have to wait for a role to arise and this can be in any industry or designation therefore if one does arise and you have what they are looking for they will contact you. Bear in mind there are lots and lots of other people who have the same qualities/experience as as you however they may be looking for a smaller salary/less benefits etc Headhunters tend to find you on Linked In here however you have to put in the work too to get your profile out there. Have you contacted/networked the industries you are interested in? Well on Linked In I posted all my contact info, a short profile listing my current and previous companies, job titles, industry experience and skills set, but to date I have hesitated to post a complete resume on Linked In- is this really necessary? When you say contacted/networked the industries, again see my previous post - I've only been here 1 year, and my current job has offered hardly any prospects. All of my contacts/network are back in America. Advice kindly appreciated!! What do you do for a career? You do not have to post your CV on Linked in Have you posted your details to Gulf Talent also alot of agencies and companies use that website
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Latest post on 04 March 2013 - 16:38
True, but if you've only been here a year? All of my work experience (besides my current company) was in the United States. And my current company is very small and basically has offered no advantages in the way of networking, which is a big part of the reason I've started to look elsewhere. edited by cleoExpatra on 04/03/2013 What do you do?
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Latest post on 04 March 2013 - 16:37
My LO is 3 months old and is FF. I am not on a strict schedule but she has fallen into a 3 hour feeding routine herself. However, I cannot help but wonder if she gets thirsty in between feeds especially for ex if we have been out for a walk etc., Do you give your baby water? Ever very small amounts? Thoughts please? my nieces and nephews had water ( boiled and cooled) from 3 months Apparently DR's here do not advise it however my Sister gave it to them
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Latest post on 04 March 2013 - 16:34
I've recently started looking for a new job (I'm currently employed, but looking for a better opportunity) and I'm doing the usual like applying for jobs on all the big websites, networking, linkedin, etc. but I would love some help on how I can get access to the "good" jobs out there. I have a great educational background, a ton of relevant work experience (over 10 years), and think I have some really marketable qualities, but I don't know how to go about finding a good head hunter. A ton of sites I've looked at ask for fees up front, which seems shady to me. Any advice? Never ever pay fees, clients pay agencies to recruit you. Register with as many agencies websites if you can. You have to bear in mind that agencies work on the client side therefore they have to wait for a role to arise and this can be in any industry or designation therefore if one does arise and you have what they are looking for they will contact you. Bear in mind there are lots and lots of other people who have the same qualities/experience as as you however they may be looking for a smaller salary/less benefits etc Headhunters tend to find you on Linked In here however you have to put in the work too to get your profile out there. Have you contacted/networked the industries you are interested in?
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Latest post on 04 March 2013 - 15:46
Don't worry I have been there! My 2nd company here was all but based in the UK, and the guys working in the Dubai office had been here less time than me! So you are infact, the office manager/PRO person? If so, that means you are responsible for everything! First thing you need to do is get a copy of the licence, that will answer a LOT of questions, who it is issued by etc. You mentioned a licence to sponsor 2 people, does that include you? No, I was hired on the understanding that I was sponsored by DH and would not be seeking a work visa and I want it to stay that way too. I would say that you should be provided with a labor card if you are on your Husbands visa The cost is around 4200 plus 2500 deposit ( ball park figure only) Depending on your nationality, if you were caught working without one your sponsor would be fined USD10,000 and the employee could be deported although i havent ever heard of a this happening to a Western person
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Latest post on 04 March 2013 - 15:46
Don't worry I have been there! My 2nd company here was all but based in the UK, and the guys working in the Dubai office had been here less time than me! So you are infact, the office manager/PRO person? If so, that means you are responsible for everything! First thing you need to do is get a copy of the licence, that will answer a LOT of questions, who it is issued by etc. You mentioned a licence to sponsor 2 people, does that include you? No, I was hired on the understanding that I was sponsored by DH and would not be seeking a work visa and I want it to stay that way too. I would say that you should be provided with a labor card if you are on your Husbands visa The cost is around 4200 plus 2500 deposit ( ball park figure only) Depending on your nationality, if you were caught working without one your sponsor would be fined USD10,000 and the employee could be deported although i havent ever heard of a this happening to a Western person
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Latest post on 04 March 2013 - 14:33
He seems certified, but before experimenting I would like a personal review. Its the first time I am considering botox and I want to be absolutely sure of the doctor. I cannot help sorry There are many threads on here about Dr's that administer botox however i have never seen his name come up
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Latest post on 04 March 2013 - 14:04
Has anyone gone to Dr. Shahram Sajjadi at Specialist Medical Centre, Al Wasl Rd for botox? There is a deal on yallabanana for Dysport. Any reviews? I have used the sites many times for botox and never had any issues I would try and research the Dr first though, check out his credentials etc I have used Dysport many times both here and in UK
 
 
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The best European cities for new expats

Pictured: Prague

The Best Cities in Europe for Expat Arrivals

House in Husavik

10 Amazing Things To Do In Iceland

How to Make Your Own Life as an Expat and Why It’s Important

How to Make Your Own Life as an Expat and Why It’s Important

The Labriz eforea spa location

Why Seychelles is One of the Best Holiday Destinations

The Real Expat: Chasing Your Dreams to Find Your True Purpose

The Real Expat: Chasing Your Dreams to Find Your True Purpose

6 Annoying Things Expats Hate Hearing

6 Annoying Things Expats Hate Hearing