fayvir
Canadian expat in the United Arab Emirates
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13
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About me
Canadian, Married
Speaks English, Cantonese
Registration: 05 September 2016
Activity
Helping my husband find a job by Anglo Frenchy
Hello I got a great job at a semi government company in Abu Dhabi (I was headhunted). My husband and I are French nationals but he'd naturally like to work here too. What are the best ways for him to find a job here ? Via my employer ...
Networking is pretty key here. Although you can lots of job postings on LinkedIn, bayut, indeed, and other job sites, if you know someone, it helps a lot. It is unfortunate that it works this way but that's the way it has been for a long time. Read More
Converting my Canadian drivers license to UAE license by ssamreen1
Hi everyone , I have a question I need help wid understanding how to convert my Canadian drivers license to UAE license. Do I need something from here before I move there. Any help would be appreciated. Have a great day. Sam.
If you're in Abu Dhabi, you can just go to The Light Vehicles Registration Office on Muroor road (Google maps has it). Bring your original passport, original Emirates ID, your Canadian driver's license, translation of the license into ... Read More
Investments Index Funds by june88
Hi, am looking for someone with some experience with Index funds SP500, Vanguard 500 to give some insight and understanding. I've researched into using various platforms however some of them can not be accessed from UAE.
Look into opening an account with Interactive Brokers. Then you'll have access to different index funds including the ones you listed. Otherwise, Sarwa is a hassle-free platform that will invest on your behalf. They charge a very small fee for ... Read More
Job offer of 26k AED, please advice by Gab1234
Hello community I'm looking for help, please advice After a long and difficult process I manage to get an offer of 26k AED to work on Abu Dhabi in the informatic field. I know nobody in this country and I'm looking for advice. With this ...
There are bus services which are 2dhs per ride. There is an app that you can download and it tracks the buses in real time. If you want, you can also look for a studio apartment which might be cheaper than a 1-bedroom apartment. Good luck! Read More
Job offer of 26k AED, please advice by Gab1234
Hello community I'm looking for help, please advice After a long and difficult process I manage to get an offer of 26k AED to work on Abu Dhabi in the informatic field. I know nobody in this country and I'm looking for advice. With this ...
If you live a simple lifestyle, you should be fine. Al Raha is not close to the city of Abu Dhabi but taxis are cheap here compared to NYC or London. If you take a taxi from Al raha to the city center, you're probably looking at 60-70dhs ... Read More
Cost of living 2018 in the United Arab Emirates by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
One bedroom for 95000 on the corniche, Near Sheraton Hotel. Electricity 150dhs Air conditioning 300dhs Gas 150dhs Internet plus TV package 360dhs 5 min taxi to work is about 12dhs Cinema ticket is 35-50dhs but there are buy one get one offers ... Read More
Pets in the United Arab Emirates by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Many of us in the United Arab Emirates have four-legged friends. What about you? Do you have one or more pets? Share your experience with us! What are the formalities to import pets in the United Arab Emirates? What about pet ...
I'm in the process of bringing my chiweenie mix dog over from Canada. There's a lot of paper work to do on top of all the vaccinations and tests from the vet. It's quite expensive to ship as well. I think end to end costed us around ... Read More
moving to Abu Dhabi by camilla81
Hi I will move to Abu Dhabi for a period. Any suggestions or tips regarding the area to live? I am easy going but I like the idea to live close to the coast, is possible to rent a flat for a short term? thanks Camilla
You can find service apartments along the corniche, which is right by the water. Beach Rotana apartments is a decent one. Reem Island is also a good place to live. Its mostly residential and quiet as there are literally no commercial buildings ... Read More
Relocating to Abu Dhabi by Fuego_O
To whom it may concern Hello / As-Salaamu-Alaikum My name is Salmaan, I am from South Africa. I will be permanently moving to Abu Dhabi in December and will be looking for a job.I am just trying to get to know some people as I understand that ...
Hey, I just arrived in abu Dhabi two months ago so some things are still fresh in my head. What type of job are you looking for? It might be best to start looking now, get in touch with employment agencies as job hunting is quite difficult ... Read More
Volleyball anyone? by fayvir
Hey all, wife and I just arrived in Abu Dhabi last week. We're both originally from Canada. I got a new job here but looking for others to play volleyball with. Are there others here that play? If so, would we be able to join a group or ...
For those interested, send me a PM and I can send you details. I was able to find places and people to play with. I also run my own group now who play on Tue nights. Read More
Canadian arriving next week to Abu Dhabi by Dankandi
I don't know anyone, what is there to do after work and on week-ends?
Wife and I just arrived from Canada as well, any social clubs we can join to meet new friends? Read More
Volleyball anyone?
Hey all, wife and I just arrived in Abu Dhabi last week. We're both originally from Canada. I got a new job here but looking for others to play volleyball with. Are there others here that play? If so, would we be able to join a group or ... Read More