yu72
Kenyan expat in Oman
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Kenyan
Lives in Barkah
Registration: 01 June 2015
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Recognition of foreign qualifications in Oman by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Were your professional qualifications recognised in Oman? What country did you complete your qualifications in? What profession are you in? Did you have to go through any formalities to get your qualifications recognised, such ...
It is so frustrating. Coz originally i am an administrator. And right now it something next to impossible for me despite my qualifications and years of experience. Luckily have had background in teaching, but also that is an issue. I have had to ... Read More
Driving Instructor by noel.alex87
Hi everybody i am new in muscat and i am looking for a driving instructor who can pick me up from azaibah. I work in azaibah. i have heard that driving instructors are pretty rude... please guide me with somebody who is good and wont fool around ...
Need a driving Instructor in Barkah. Please any one with details alert me. Thanks Read More
Drivers licence
I have a Kenyan Driver's licence. Can it be changed for Omani one or do I have to go through the horrific tests. Read More
DRUM AND SLOPE TEST IN OMAN by Kiran v Dhar
Hi if i passed in drum test and failed in slope ,does it means that i have do both tests again or slope only..?
Pliiz am desperate. Should b able to speak English. Read More
DRUM AND SLOPE TEST IN OMAN by Kiran v Dhar
Hi if i passed in drum test and failed in slope ,does it means that i have do both tests again or slope only..?
Can somebody recommend a good driving instructor here in Barkah. Read More
"Omanisation"
Hey to All Would anyone be knowing the category of Jobs that have been Omanised and enlighten us Pliiiz? Thanks. Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Oman by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Oman. What is ...
The labour laws are so frustrating! "Omanization" I totally have no problem with that. But something seriously need to be looked into. I have the education, the experince that i can put to gud use for the benefit of an Omani, but still ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Oman by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Oman. What is ...
I agree with you Mariamns. Oman is abeatiful country and I have always prayed that my kids be brought up here. It is an ideal place for bringing up children as long as you keep in mind on how you brought up back home and stick to it. The only ... Read More
Want to go back to india from oman (cancelling) by Kiran v Dhar
Dear members, I am here in oman from the past 3 months and working in a hard ware shop as an accountant but in my labour card the profession is different. I do not want to work here because the working hours are 12-13 hours and salary they are ...
Hi Kiran V Dhar I can imagine your situation and seriously sympathise. The fewer pple you talk to the better coz you dnt knw who to trust. Be very careful how you handle this. Do you knw what your embassy is. There is amnesty for absconders ... Read More
Safety in Oman by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Oman? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there is ...
and i forgot , the hootings when u r as much as taking a walk for exercise. It is quite embarasing and very irritating. Read More
Safety in Oman by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Oman? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there is ...
Okay Oman is quite safe politically wise and has a very low criminal rate Alhamdhullahi. But for an expatriate woman. It is not very welcoming or safe. There is a lot of discrimination among the Omanis folks. You become easy prey for the men. U ... Read More
Tips for getting your first job in Oman by expat.com
Hi, What are your tips and advice for getting a first job in Oman? What are the job hunting steps to follow? Where to look for offers: newspapers, Internet, recruitment agencies, word-of-mouth? What are the top hiring sectors? What would ...
I think the best way to get a job in Oman is to do it while in your home country. Through Agents!!!!!! Read More
JOBS IN OMAN by yu72
Hallo fellow members, Firstly its a relief to get this blog. I feel I can pour my heart out. I feel am not alone. Anyway dont be startled, am just like desperate. I moved to Oman about five months ago with my kids who have attained their ...
Hiiz to all. Hope all is well with everyone. @ Sumitran thanks. The situation is a bit tricky. Was thinking on facts that my kids are nationals and since they are still minors, long term plans are in place InshaAllah. Its just that sitting ... Read More
Private Tuition by saket26
Dear All, I have an offer from a company which is in Muscat. They are offering a salary of 750 OMR and medical insurance. My question is apart from that job can i take home tuition there? What is the charges and is there ny consultancy in muscat ...
Wow. Kudos @ Sumitran. This has been quite informative. Coz was thinking of having private tuitions for english. Of course to make some cash and also kill the boredom at hand. Do not want to get on the wrong side of the law . thanks alot. Read More
JOBS IN OMAN by yu72
Hallo fellow members, Firstly its a relief to get this blog. I feel I can pour my heart out. I feel am not alone. Anyway dont be startled, am just like desperate. I moved to Oman about five months ago with my kids who have attained their ...
Hi @ Sumitran thanks for enlightening me. Being married to national doesnt make anything any easier. The regulations for exparts applies to all regardless of relations. And frankly speaking that makes it more frustrating. Coz you expect to get ... Read More