MindVentures
Pakistani looking for information about Saudi Arabia
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15
About me
Pakistani
Lives in Karachi
Speaks English Urdu
Registration: 20 July 2015
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How do I get MOI refund if its not showing in bank accounts. by tangytomm
Hello Guys, I had to apply for family visa, but by mistake I paid fees for Dependent Visa. I need to get the money back. Its 2000 SAR. I had to pay another 2000 SAR for family visa. I have been trying to get refund through the banking portal and ...
Please go to your bank online system. Select the same option of Associate Fee . But instead of payment select refund option. I have done it couple of time.Well have tried that , still the same message. Infact the original fee deposited in 2015 was ... Read More
How do I get MOI refund if its not showing in bank accounts. by tangytomm
Hello Guys, I had to apply for family visa, but by mistake I paid fees for Dependent Visa. I need to get the money back. Its 2000 SAR. I had to pay another 2000 SAR for family visa. I have been trying to get refund through the banking portal and ...
Had a similar situation however for 400 Riyals, initially paid under a wrong option while applying for family visa. Till today I can see the amount in the Absher Public Query Funds as Passport Fee deposited with MOI. However when I try to get ... Read More
Learning Arabic for non Arabic speakers
Good Day to all, I guess the topic would have been discussed multiple times in the forum, however wasnt able to find any recent information. Can anyone please share experience or guide for Arabic Language learning for non Arabic speakers. I ... Read More
travelling to dubai via road from Saudi...can I get on arrival visa by hir4u
Hi, I want to go dubai via road from al khobat to dubai. I am an engineer by profession. Can I get on arrival visa? I heard that now e-visa is also possible. Please suggest me if on arrival visa at border is still available. Thanks.
From what I heard from a friend who went recently it was still 100 -150 SAR or so. Dont know if they jack up the prices during Eid Holidays. I am also planning the same trip to Abu Dhabi via the following route which is supposed to be a bit longer ... Read More
OMGGGG ROBBERY by thegameguru
One of my friends got robbed in Olayah area. He was in a mosque praying and had left his Laptop bag and other stuff and when he comes back he sees the rear door glass shattered and the laptop missing. :( :( What do you friends suggest to do next in ...
Just adding my own experience, got my iphone stolen in E-Max on king abdul aziz road. It happened last sunday and at the same time, there were 03 more females complaining for the mobile theft. Caution: Please lock your device with a security lock ... Read More
Bringing External Harddisk (HDD) - Personal PC - checking and probling by MindVentures
Hello, Although i have read varied opinions everywhere, I am not really able to draw a conclusion. I would appreciate the suggestions from much recent travelers to Riyadh. 1. If i bring my external harddisks in my hand-carry / checked-in luggage , ...
Thanks a lot to everyone who shared his/her views and opinions and responded. Can you please also have a look at my following other two queries , would be great to know all I can before coming over : 1. ... Read More
Bringing External Harddisk (HDD) - Personal PC - checking and probling by MindVentures
Hello, Although i have read varied opinions everywhere, I am not really able to draw a conclusion. I would appreciate the suggestions from much recent travelers to Riyadh. 1. If i bring my external harddisks in my hand-carry / checked-in luggage , ...
Hi, You can bring it and they will not bother you to scan your Ext. HDD.A rather encouraging reply. Is it too good to be true. I have read stories on the forums on the internet which tell a different experience otherwise. Anyone else care to ... Read More
Bringing External Harddisk (HDD) - Personal PC - checking and probling
Hello, Although i have read varied opinions everywhere, I am not really able to draw a conclusion. I would appreciate the suggestions from much recent travelers to Riyadh. 1. If i bring my external harddisks in my hand-carry / checked-in luggage , ... Read More
Riyadh - Best non compound area to stay by rere1980
Hi I will be moving to Riyadh in 3 months time, and looking for an area to live in. My criteria are: - Non compound (we would prefer living with locals - we're practising muslims of Pakistani ethnicity but brought up in UK). - budget: would ...
Would keep the recommendations in mind. I guess housing does depend on a lot of factors, nobody can have the best of everything. I would be looking for : 1. Reasonably secure and mid-scale location. 2. Relative proximity to work location. / ... Read More
International Money Transfers Online - Via Internet Banking
Hello Everyone, From what I have read I can use services like telemoney or Western Union where preferred way is to physically visit thier service center with hard cash and get it transferred. I am looking for the ability to have convenience and do ... Read More