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Mrs Orchid

Mrs Orchid
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Latest post on 26 September 2011 - 20:51
Mossies in VH are not any worse than other villas generally speaking. There are certain times of the year when they surface. Am advertising my villa for sale and there is a lot of interest so should sell this fairly soon. Very happy neighbourhood as you say, great for families.
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 13:47
My DD dries her washing in the bedroom where the baby sleeps. She says that the UAE climate is dry and this is a good way of keeping the atmosphere hydrated. Im not so sure about this and am asking for your advice please - my thoughts are that this may cause too much moisture therefore the baby may pick up colds/coughs etc which he sometimes has. Please help
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Latest post on 21 September 2011 - 10:09
No, not christmas holidays Im talking about annual leave of 30 days which DH is trying to use to visit family.
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Latest post on 20 September 2011 - 21:49
Snuffle, my DH wants to book leave well in advance in November and December. The company are saying that no leave will be approved until 15/12. According to the UAE Labour Laws, can they do this?
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Latest post on 20 September 2011 - 21:41
When is Eid in November? and simpleasabc, what has this got to do with getting an Emirates ID?
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Latest post on 20 September 2011 - 21:16
My DH company has just informed staff that the management has decided not to accept any leave applications with immediate effect due to urgent site requirements and the admin department will not process any leave applications until 15th December. My DH wants to book a few days in November and December - can a company take complete control where the booking of leave is concerned. What do the UAE Labour laws say?
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Latest post on 19 September 2011 - 21:32
Thank you. Im trying to find the information inthe Gulf News or Khaleej Times. I can then send on to alll the people I know who are panicking about this. Do you know where I should look please?
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Latest post on 19 September 2011 - 10:13
Is this confirmed?
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Latest post on 19 September 2011 - 10:07
Thank you. Is there a typing centre in Al Barsha?
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Latest post on 19 September 2011 - 00:04
Apparently an announcement was made last week on the radio/papers etc that the deadline has been extended to get your Emirates ID card. My DH hasnt got his yet as each time the deadline has been extended. Edna, so can my DH wait until 1 June 2012 to get his ID card then? Its all so confusing and companies putting such a lot of pressure on their staff to get this done.
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Latest post on 18 September 2011 - 21:45
Can someone tell me whether once you book the help you are met at Dubai International taken to the flight etc. and on the return journey back to Dubai you are met at Dubai International again? I am gathering there is no help at London Heathrow?
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Latest post on 18 September 2011 - 21:39
Has anyone heard that the date has been extended again?
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Latest post on 18 September 2011 - 20:00
Ok, so starting at 7 and finishing at 8 or 9pm is the norm, then the long journey from Abu Dhabi to Dubai (another 1.5 hours) - us as a family will change our working strategy and leave Dubai when we can afford to. 12-14 hours a day and only paid for 8! Speaks for itself even though some of you think its the norm, it wont be for everybody. There is definitely more to life than living and working in Dubai!
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Latest post on 18 September 2011 - 14:14
You dont understand, he wants to leave but is waiting for a job offer to come through. Meanwhile, he has to work to put food on his table!
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Latest post on 18 September 2011 - 11:31
Thank you all. In an earlier conversation with the Passport Service in the UK, they told me that the parents can come to an appointment fill in the forms, with all documentation to include the completed SE1 form. Then they can post it to their UK address and Granny can receive it and deliver to the parents. From a conversation last week, they told me that the applicant must be in the country to receive it. Trouble is, my son and family are coming for christmas and cant be here to collect because they have jobs to return to in Dubai. Now I dont know whether to use the Dusseldorf option or wait until they come to the UK again (the application takes 7 calendar days, not to include christmas hols).
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Latest post on 18 September 2011 - 11:16
Yes, he is a manager. But then all staff working in his team also sign for more hours than they do. Surely they are breaking the UAE Labour laws?
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Latest post on 16 September 2011 - 00:02
Ok, probably the best thing to do is to get the ID card. So I just turn up at the Al Barsha Post Office, complete a form, then they type it up, I show my passport, then its fingerprints and photo. Then they give me the card and passport back and I pay them a fee. Is that the sequence? Ive heard so many different ID Card processes, it is driving me mad.
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Latest post on 15 September 2011 - 23:59
I heard on the radio today that the date will be extended again. What is going on now? can anyone tell me if this is true.
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Latest post on 14 September 2011 - 22:59
Hold on to it general. They are control freaks and dictators who should be stood up to!
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Latest post on 14 September 2011 - 21:13
Princess 1, please tell me whether or not your passport is needed for this process?
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Latest post on 14 September 2011 - 21:01
If your company is applying for you, do they need your passport to do this?
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Latest post on 14 September 2011 - 20:41
Thank you. The company are asking to do this for their employees. My question is, do they need his passport to do this? Yes, will look at some information on here.
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Latest post on 14 September 2011 - 20:34
Please can someone tell me the process it takes to get this ID Card. My DH's company are asking for his passport in order to get him the ID Card. They are also wanting to retain his passport (as some employers do) and he has told them it belongs to him and he hasnt given it to them. He is wondering whether they need his passport in order to process the Emirates ID Card. Please help!
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Latest post on 11 September 2011 - 00:40
Moo moo yes please, I would certainly appreciate your help. Just no time to devote to this because of such a busy working life for both of us. I need someone to collect the document from me, together with a copy of my passport and the money. THen go to the MOFA and after it is attested, bring back to me. Thank you.
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Latest post on 10 September 2011 - 21:35
Dentro, if you have something attested it is only a stamp you are wanting from the MOFA I dont understand why you had to sign. My DH has signed already in front of the BRitish Embassy, step 2 is to have the attestation stamp from the MOFA. I am confused
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Latest post on 10 September 2011 - 11:34
Thats a cheap rental price. What is Barsha south like in terms of shops and other amenities? My daughter has a baby and doesnt drive and needs things close by. At the moment they live in Motor City with most shops like Spinneys near by. Can I have the agents details please?
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Latest post on 10 September 2011 - 10:46
Does anyone know of a company who will assist with going to the ministry of foreign affairs and the embassy to have a document attested? MY DH has no time working 6/7 days a week, his working life at the moment means he is in his office 12 hours a day, 6 or 7 days a week. I am praying he will get this other job!
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Latest post on 09 September 2011 - 21:41
Yes please, I am also selling a property and would like a good agent to handle matters professionally. Does he also deal with rentals? Please may I have his details and here is mine: syoung61athotmail.com thank you.
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Latest post on 09 September 2011 - 21:01
Thank you very much. syoung61at hotmail.com
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Latest post on 09 September 2011 - 00:43
sorry, one more question, does he deal with Motor City?
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Latest post on 09 September 2011 - 00:42
Does he have an email and does he answer it? Some agents dont bother with emails.
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Latest post on 09 September 2011 - 00:41
Thank you. What is the name of his company?
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Latest post on 09 September 2011 - 00:18
Yes I am. Please pass on his details, I would appreciate it, thank you.
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Latest post on 08 September 2011 - 23:29
Have just looked at the advertisements for properties to rent on this site. Out of 12, only 2 were available. Why are they still on this site?
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Latest post on 08 September 2011 - 23:03
Better Homes dont answer emails or calls. Will try Emirates NBD, thank you. Please let me know if anyone is leaving their 3 bed apartment in Motor City, I would be very interested.
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Latest post on 08 September 2011 - 09:34
Thank you ladies. So they are open 8 - 1 and maybe I can send someone else. I just cant get a phone number that works, all the numbers are 'dead'. If I could phone, I can ask these questions myself.
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Latest post on 07 September 2011 - 10:02
Kristina, thank you very much. Now I need the opening hours? Have you ever been to have a document attested and if so, do I go in person or can I send someone else on my behalf?
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Latest post on 07 September 2011 - 09:48
Does anyone know the address of the MOFA in Dubai? Have looked on the internet and am getting different locations. I have also tried called a few of the phone numbers but all are non functional - not a good service at all!
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 17:51
Princess 1, you are wonderful and so very helpful, thank you so much. My friend had mentioned this to me but I had forgotten the name, until now. My thanks again.
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Latest post on 03 September 2011 - 14:12
Hello Marie, can you please explain further?
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Latest post on 01 September 2011 - 21:01
Gorobattie: They are a horrible building construction company who are dictating to their employees and yes, very rude indeed. If he hadnt got commitments he would leave immediately. He is though looking for another job as this employer seems like they are trying to kill their employees. Emirates Card is one thing, asking them to work seven days a week is another recent request.
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Latest post on 01 September 2011 - 21:01
And yes, they are complete b..stards
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Latest post on 01 September 2011 - 18:37
Dally the contract states: Working hours: 8 per day (maybe extended to meet projects requirements to complete the job on time)
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Latest post on 01 September 2011 - 18:36
Sorry, dont understand what you mean by without logging a case..
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Latest post on 01 September 2011 - 17:42
Thank you. That's what we thought. Is there any reference on this please?
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Latest post on 01 September 2011 - 17:38
Is it compulsory to have an Emirates ID card? My DH's company are saying that if he does not get one, they will fine all staff daily from October. Your advice would valuable.
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Latest post on 25 August 2011 - 13:17
Thank you for letting me know. Sorry to ask but are you sure about this because the British Embassy were open today and they told me that all government places were open next week but I should call them first.
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Latest post on 25 August 2011 - 13:17
Thank you for letting me know. Sorry to ask but are you sure about this because the British Embassy were open today and they told me that all government places were open next week but I should call them first.
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Latest post on 23 August 2011 - 12:18
Is anyone thinking of leaving their 3 bed apartment in Motor City? If so, please get in touch.
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Latest post on 23 August 2011 - 12:16
Thank you very much for all responses, very helpful indeed.
 
 
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