sh3hryar
English expat in Saudi Arabia
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319
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About me
English
Lives in Jeddah, Makkah
Speaks English & Urdu
Registration: 07 May 2013
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Situation Situation by sh3hryar
Hello readers, Its been a while since I last shared something here.. But that is about to change (woahh). :) :) I was based in Riyadh couple of years ago..and now Jeddah. Jeddah roads.. especially the traffic is brilliant on Friday mornings.. (i ...
Thanks mate. I must say riding a bike isnt a bad idea at all here in Saudi.. until you are on the bike.. not otherwise. lol Read More
Situation Situation
Hello readers, Its been a while since I last shared something here.. But that is about to change (woahh). :) :) I was based in Riyadh couple of years ago..and now Jeddah. Jeddah roads.. especially the traffic is brilliant on Friday mornings.. (i ... Read More
The new expat blog by Julien
Dear member and friends, we're happy to introduce the new 海角乱伦. Of course we'll all need a few days to get used to the new design. So far, do you like it ? Thanks for your support, Julien
Hey guys! I am using EP on IE version 9 at work and site needs to be moded for the this IE. The cosmetics are not coming through properly. Unfortunately I am unable to upgrade my IE due to admin locks. Hope we have a outcome soon. Keep up the ... Read More
How to celebrate 2014 in Ryadh? any plans? by hinnam
hello everybody, I'm new in Ryadh, i'm asking if there's any place to celebrate the new year ?? party? in compounds maybe : can we buy the tickets?? plz help, i need to spend a nice time with my husband : we are just married :) Thank you, Sophia
hello everybody, I'm new in Ryadh, i'm asking if there's any place to celebrate the new year ?? party? in compounds maybe : can we buy the tickets?? plz help, i need to spend a nice time with my husband : we are just married :) Thank you, SophiaThe ... Read More
UK Degree attestation ???? major issue URGENTBEG U !!! by choudhers
Dear All, i need some serious help please, i arrive in KSA 5 months ago for the last two months i have been trying to bring my wife and kids to Saudi from the UK. All my paperwork is in order apart one thing when i arrived in riyadh my original UK ...
Dear All, i need some serious help please, i arrive in KSA 5 months ago for the last two months i have been trying to bring my wife and kids to Saudi from the UK. All my paperwork is in order apart one thing when i arrived in riyadh my original UK ... Read More
Car Accident by sh3hryar
Hey all, Just had some1 bump into my car this morning. Najam gave the person 100% blame and asked me to take the car to the dealership twmr. What happens next? Appreciate any help. Thanks
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Car Accident
Hey all, Just had some1 bump into my car this morning. Najam gave the person 100% blame and asked me to take the car to the dealership twmr. What happens next? Appreciate any help. Thanks Read More
My old kafeel not paying my service award dues by huzaifa92
Salam All. I had been working for a company where i was made redundant few years earlier. However I managed to find another job and after all the rigid legal procedure of naqal kafala (transfer of sponorship), I had changed my sponsor successfully ...
i have the calculation from the company of the amount owed to me in respect of the dues, is that sufficient evidence to escalate the matter to legal proceedings?This should be enough to get started. Mind you a legal case will cost you few extra ... Read More
Seeking marriage permission by Ealali
Hi all!! I am an American woman and waiting to marry my long term Saudi boyfriend 馃槏馃槏馃槏. We have 1 son together, but have been waiting to get approval to be married. I recently visited the country on a visitors visa and so ...
I expected some people to try to discourage me from moving. However the facts are there and the disadvantages have been weighed. I'm a middle age educated woman. He's an executive. We are both Muslim with the same beliefs and strict religious ... Read More
Got a Job Offer 6880 SAR/per Month Need Advice by mahesarthegreat
Hi, I got a job offer as Doctor in MOH in Al-Qassim.Salary offered as SAR 6880.Few things are confusing 1.Tell me about Al-Qassim 2.My husband will accompany with me,he is basically a banker by profession having more then 7 years experience so ...
Hi, I got a job offer as Doctor in MOH in Al-Qassim.Salary offered as SAR 6880.Few things are confusing 1.Tell me about Al-Qassim 2.My husband will accompany with me,he is basically a banker by profession having more then 7 years experience so ... Read More
British woman moving to Riyadh - not on compound by Zaah
I have a job offer as a nanny, starting in February. Living with a Saudi family not on a compound. As I will not be living in a western compound Im worried about how I will be able to meet and Socialise with other expats. How easy is it to meet ...
Hey! Here in Saudi, its worth spending a year or maybe two (depending on your level of patience) just to get the feel of being in real Kingdom. :) As for socialising you will find ladies on EB who would want to meet new people. I am sure you can ... Read More
Difference: 91 & 95 Petrol by sh3hryar
Hey all, I am unable to find information regarding the two Petrol variants available in Saudi market. Could any1 please go through them for me. I am aware of Leaded and Unleaded gas difference. Thanks.
Higher octane number fuel can withstand more compression before detonating. In general, fuels with a higher octane rating are used in high-compression engines that generally have higher performance. However, burning fuel with a lower octane rating ... Read More
Difference: 91 & 95 Petrol by sh3hryar
Hey all, I am unable to find information regarding the two Petrol variants available in Saudi market. Could any1 please go through them for me. I am aware of Leaded and Unleaded gas difference. Thanks.
thanks guys! really aprreciate prompt help. Read More
Difference: 91 & 95 Petrol by sh3hryar
Hey all, I am unable to find information regarding the two Petrol variants available in Saudi market. Could any1 please go through them for me. I am aware of Leaded and Unleaded gas difference. Thanks.
Both 91 and 95 are unleaded in Saudi Arabia . All cars will run on 95, but not all cars will run on 91. For the car to run on 91 the cylinders need to be thicker (if this the right way to say it) so if your car cylinder can take the 91, then the ... Read More
Difference: 91 & 95 Petrol by sh3hryar
Hey all, I am unable to find information regarding the two Petrol variants available in Saudi market. Could any1 please go through them for me. I am aware of Leaded and Unleaded gas difference. Thanks.
95 = 91 + additives which increases octane value (methane, lead, etc)Thanks, so 91 has less lead in the formula? My car user manual says to avoid leaded fuel hence the question. Read More