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Latest post on 15 July 2017 - 06:07
And just to throw another news source into the mix here's an article from The National which says getting a tattoo is not legally penalised and only that it is forbidden to get tattooed by someone unlicensed. The article is more current than the other two sources so I'd say laws could have changed since 2012. https://www.thenational.ae/uae/uae-legal-q-as-are-tattoos-illegal-1.117346. Still not exactly clear and a grey area I think. Regardless, I would never get a tattoo here - speaking as someone heavily tattooed - the "talent" pool is far too small and there is just not the choice of quality artists. You should always choose an artist who specialises in the type of tattoo style that you want - not someone who is a jack of all trades and will scratch any old design on your arm with poor lines etc. Get something done in a major city around the world that is full of world class artists. Why would you ever want to put anything less than the best permanently on your skin?
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Latest post on 06 June 2017 - 06:56
Hi Volunteering would not generate a work visa. Apart from doing visa runs, you will find it very difficult with regards to your son. He is viewed as an adult so sponsorship will be out of the question and work opportunities will be very limited. Non-professional jobs such as cashiers and supermarket helpers etc go to low paid sub-continent workers here - it's just the way it is. Working conditions, treatment, hours etc are not what you would want or expect for your son and are not in line with countries like Australia, UK etc. Expats with young children with special needs struggle to obtain the support they require for their children and many relocate because of the lack of co-ordinated services etc so i would imagine it would be just as hard, if not harder, if you are looking for supports for your adult son. Tertiary education does not really exist - not for expats and again, getting places in any type of education for anyone with a disability or additional needs is extremely hit and miss. As has been mentioned, there is the opportunity for apply for a visa on humanitarian grounds but nothing is guaranteed and I would think very carefully about whether Dubai is the right place for your son. Sorry to sound a bit of a downer but it is the reality unfortunately.
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Latest post on 14 December 2016 - 11:21
BlueSky is right - it's going to depend on your individual employer. However, on a macro level - my other half was chatting to some economic banker types and their view was that the consumer level economy/business etc doesn't really get hit until 18 months on from an oil price downturn. Considering that oil prices are still at a record low that's a whole long period of pain ahead for the UAE and wider region seeing as policy adjustments, alternative revenue streams etc etc will take a whole lot longer to start bearing fruit.
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Latest post on 30 September 2016 - 09:00
Regarding UK property - you need to be a bit more detailed than South of England or Midlands as this covers off many towns and cities! Property agents are all very local and cover quite specific areas. That said, we use Your Move to let and manage our properties in Southampton (look them up in Google). They are very good and we've been happy with them for the last 8 years. Your Move have branches all over country so they may be a good place to start at least. Good luck :)
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Latest post on 30 September 2016 - 01:48
Is this the same predicament as your previous post? Did you try any of the suggestions on that thread? Perhaps if you expand on your problem a bit and outline what's happened since your last post we might be able to help.
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Latest post on 29 September 2016 - 01:40
I believe it's a new directive for government employees in Abu Dhabi http://www.thenational.ae/uae/government/abu-dhabi-government-employees-welcome-new-family-leave-policies
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Latest post on 21 September 2016 - 10:08
It's still free when you check-in 48 hours online before. It's only for the 2 lowest band fares. Don't think it'll make much difference to be honest. If I was a family of five and wanted us all to sit together I wouldn't fancy leaving it to chance of the 48 hour free period having the seats we need/want
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Latest post on 21 September 2016 - 09:34
It's very 'budget airline'. I don't think it does much for the brand.
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Latest post on 05 September 2016 - 00:53
Sydney is an incredible city - one of the world's best but it comes at a price. Commuting can be horrendous and the cost of living is incredibly high. Even if your job offer is great you may be priced out of the type of suburbs or size of accommodation you want to live in. We have family in Adelaide and while it's a much slower pace of life, they absolutely love it there. Like the other posters, we're from Brisbane and wouldn't swap it for the world :)
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Latest post on 03 September 2016 - 05:47
It's a very very good school. Very expensive but definitely worth it.
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Latest post on 03 September 2016 - 05:42
Are you sure that the bank has taken out action regarding your missed payment? It would be very unusual for them to do so after just one month of payment not being paid. Try setting up a meeting to discuss your options with them - most banks do not want to go through court unless the outstanding amount is huge and are mostly amenable to discussing payment plans. It's very odd that they are demanding total repayment after just a month missing - or is this not the actual case? You haven't stated if you are still employed or not? You should also discuss your options with your HR representative as this is clearly a compassionate case and they may be able to help you.