John
@johnybegud
English expat in Kuwait
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About me
English
Lives in Fahaheel
Speaks English, French
Registration: 01 September 2009
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I GOT JOB OFFER AS PROJECT ENGINEER IN KUWAIT FOR 900 KD INCLUSIVE ALL by james707
IN AN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY I GOT JOB OFFER AS PROJECT ENGINEER IN KUWAIT FOR 900 KD INCLUSIVE ALL, HOW MUCH I CAN SAVE WITH THIS SALARY. ANYBODY CAN HELP ME OUT IN THIS REGARDS.
There is no such clause under Kuwait labour law. If they are trying to include these kind of clauses in your contract please AVOID them at all costs Read More
Dry cleaner in Kuwait by Matt007
Hi All, Can anyone recommend a dry cleaner that can dry clean suits and ties. I do not mean the little laundry shops usually located at the bottom of the high rises. These are ok but they do not really dry clean or do specific chemical cleaning. If ...
I use Hygiene Dryclean Company off Baghdad Street Salmiya. They appear to do dry clean only - not typical laundry Read More
Moving to Kuwait - customs procedure & visit? by Flashback
I am moving soon from the UK to Kuwait for a new job. I will bring my possessions via the removal company - do I have to visit the Kuwait customs office myself, when it arrives? Or is it possible for a removal company employee to do this stage for ...
Hi, I didn't move from Canada, but Kuwait (should have gone to Libya but thats a long story). I used GAC - and have used them recently to move to France from Kuwait. Again, door to door service. They packed everything securely at our villa into ... Read More
Kuwait city, good areas to live with children by DOStorm
Hi, I have a potential position in Kuwait but moving abroad with kids is not a simple thing to do. Which areas would you recommend for a family? I can see that there are many international schools in Hawalli area - would that be good? Is it ...
Wow! Really happy for you! Read More
Kuwait city, good areas to live with children by DOStorm
Hi, I have a potential position in Kuwait but moving abroad with kids is not a simple thing to do. Which areas would you recommend for a family? I can see that there are many international schools in Hawalli area - would that be good? Is it ...
If this is your first overseas posting it can be difficult, no question. I have lived in 16 countries over 35 years so have some idea. First of all it is very hot here in the summer (47deg C yesterday) so there are no outside kids play areas. ... Read More
Kuwait city, good areas to live with children by DOStorm
Hi, I have a potential position in Kuwait but moving abroad with kids is not a simple thing to do. Which areas would you recommend for a family? I can see that there are many international schools in Hawalli area - would that be good? Is it ...
There are also serviced apartments available on short lease (week/month) which you might consider, giving your husband more time too look. Single bedroom probably works out around KD350/month inclusive Read More
Kuwait city, good areas to live with children by DOStorm
Hi, I have a potential position in Kuwait but moving abroad with kids is not a simple thing to do. Which areas would you recommend for a family? I can see that there are many international schools in Hawalli area - would that be good? Is it ...
In my opinion much nicer that Salmiya - but I live here. You have a very nice mall (Al Kout) next to the marina. There are many beaches. Bigger mall is Avenues which is maybe 25 mins away. Great play areas for kids. Lots good restaurants in ... Read More
Kuwait city, good areas to live with children by DOStorm
Hi, I have a potential position in Kuwait but moving abroad with kids is not a simple thing to do. Which areas would you recommend for a family? I can see that there are many international schools in Hawalli area - would that be good? Is it ...
In that case Mahboula and Mangaf areas. Refinery at Mina Abdullah is long way from city. Read More
commercial transferred visa Status by Ghg
Hi Everyone, I got job offer from trading & contracting company which is operate field of oil & gas I will work as Process Engineer in this company, the company offer commercial transferred visa for the probationary period ( 90 days) then they ...
So, you are currently in Kuwait on a commercial visa. You are leaving Kuwait but coming back on another commercial visa? As I said, it is illegal to work in Kuwait on a commercial visa. It is very dangerous to do so under the present crackdown. You ... Read More
Kuwait city, good areas to live with children by DOStorm
Hi, I have a potential position in Kuwait but moving abroad with kids is not a simple thing to do. Which areas would you recommend for a family? I can see that there are many international schools in Hawalli area - would that be good? Is it ...
Good advice from overseasq8. Find an area you are interested in then visit the apartment blocks in person. This will save you agents fees. Also, if the place is full they will call you when one becomes vacant. FYI my son (single) just rented a brand ... Read More
commercial transferred visa Status by Ghg
Hi Everyone, I got job offer from trading & contracting company which is operate field of oil & gas I will work as Process Engineer in this company, the company offer commercial transferred visa for the probationary period ( 90 days) then they ...
Yes, you can get work visa but this takes longer. You need degree attested for example. Read More
commercial transferred visa Status by Ghg
Hi Everyone, I got job offer from trading & contracting company which is operate field of oil & gas I will work as Process Engineer in this company, the company offer commercial transferred visa for the probationary period ( 90 days) then they ...
Officially you are not allowed to work on a Commercial Visa. To get your work visa you will need to leave the country and re-enter under the new visa. Read More
Kuwait city, good areas to live with children by DOStorm
Hi, I have a potential position in Kuwait but moving abroad with kids is not a simple thing to do. Which areas would you recommend for a family? I can see that there are many international schools in Hawalli area - would that be good? Is it ...
Salmiya in my view is a nightmare for traffic and parking. Been here 3 years but a lot of people with kids seems to live in that area - so maybe good for kids to make friends. No one walks to school. We live in Mangaf and have whole large villa ... Read More
Moving to Kuwait - customs procedure & visit? by Flashback
I am moving soon from the UK to Kuwait for a new job. I will bring my possessions via the removal company - do I have to visit the Kuwait customs office myself, when it arrives? Or is it possible for a removal company employee to do this stage for ...
We actually shipped a container here so may not be relevant to airport. We used door to door too, and the agent was excellent. All we had to do was appear at customs when told to, and be present at opening and inspection. Some people have other ... Read More
Is there any British women in kuwait?!?!? Embassy parties by Scouse
Hi everyone, Just a question, is there any British women in Kuwait at all, iv been here 9 months an never met 1!! Lol :P Also how do you get An invite to the British embassy parties does anybody know?? Thanks
I assume you are male! Lots of British ladies here! You need to register with the British Embassy and you will find a few invites from them coming your way. Others seem to come from personal contacts. Also get yourself membership of one of the gyms ... Read More